How to Harmonize a Fast Moving Melody - Music Composition

The video tutorial discusses the challenges of harmonizing fast-moving melodies. It introduces the concept of inessential notes, also known as non-chord tones, and explains how passing and auxiliary notes can be used to slow down harmonic rhythm. The tutorial provides techniques and examples for harmonizing fast melodies, emphasizing the importance of determining harmonic rhythm and choosing appropriate chords.

What is a common mistake when harmonizing fast-moving melodies?

• Using too few chords

• Changing chords too frequently

• Ignoring the melody

• Using only major chords

What are inessential notes also known as?

• Melodic tones

• Non-chord tones

• Essential notes

• Chord tones

How do passing notes function in a melody?

• They pass by step between chord tones

• They skip over chord tones

• They leap between notes

• They repeat the same note

What is another name for auxiliary notes?

• Passing tones

• Neighbor tones

• Chord tones

• Essential notes

What is the role of auxiliary notes in a melody?

• To end a musical phrase

• To create leaps in the melody

• To provide a stepwise motion around a chord tone

• To replace chord tones

What should be considered when determining harmonic rhythm?

• The key signature

• The tempo of the piece

• How often chords should change

• The number of instruments

What is a benefit of using fewer chords in a fast-moving melody?

• It adds more tension

• It increases the tempo

• It simplifies the harmonic rhythm

• It makes the melody more complex

What is a potential downside of using too many chords in a melody?

• It can make the melody sound static

• It can simplify the melody

• It can make the harmony sound chaotic

• It can slow down the tempo

What is the advantage of balancing simple and complex harmonization?

• It makes the melody sound monotonous

• It simplifies the melody

• It provides a dynamic and engaging harmony

• It eliminates the need for chord changes

What is a key takeaway from the examples of harmonization approaches?

• Avoid using auxiliary notes

• Find a balance between simplicity and complexity

• Use only root position chords

• Always use complex harmonization