The Rules of Harmony and Some Things to Avoid - Keyboard Harmony

The video tutorial discusses keyboard harmony, emphasizing the importance of understanding and sometimes breaking rules to enhance musical creativity. It covers the concept of doubling notes in chords, advising against doubling major thirds in certain contexts. The tutorial also explains the significance of avoiding consecutive octaves and fifths, providing practical tips for achieving better harmony. The focus is on refining keyboard harmony skills through experimentation and understanding the impact of chord choices.

Why is it important to understand the rules of keyboard harmony?

• To ensure you never break them

• To help improve the flow of harmony

• To make music sound more complex

• To avoid playing any wrong notes

What is the primary note to include when doubling notes in a chord?

• The third

• The fifth

• The root

• The seventh

Which type of third is generally advised against doubling?

• Minor third

• Augmented third

• Major third

• Diminished third

What are consecutive octaves?

• Two notes an octave apart moving to another octave

• Two notes played simultaneously

• Two notes played in different keys

• Two notes played in the same chord

Why should consecutive octaves and fifths be avoided?

• They are not allowed in classical music

• They can make the music sound monotonous

• They make the music sound too complex

• They are difficult to play

What is one strategy to avoid consecutive octaves?

• Use the same interval for both hands

• Move both hands in the same direction

• Use contrary motion between hands

• Play faster

How can varying intervals help in avoiding consecutives?

• By using only minor chords

• By making the music faster

• By ensuring different parts move by different intervals

• By making the music sound more complex

What should be considered when deciding between chord 2 and chord 5?

• The tempo of the piece

• The dynamics of the piece

• The key signature

• The presence of consecutive octaves

What is the main focus when refining keyboard harmony?

• Increasing the speed of playing

• Avoiding consecutive octaves and fifths

• Using more complex chords

• Playing louder

What is the benefit of experimenting with chord changes?

• To make the music sound more random

• To find a stronger harmonic progression

• To make the piece longer

• To confuse the listener