The Genius of Schubert’s Melodic Writing - Composer Insights

The video tutorial explains the difference between a dominant 7th chord and a German 6th chord. Although they sound similar, they function differently in music theory. The dominant 7th chord is built on the 5th degree of a scale, while the German 6th is an augmented 6th chord. The tutorial covers how each chord is constructed, their respective resolutions, and the importance of enharmonic differences in musical context.

What is the main reason for distinguishing between a Dominant 7th and a German 6th chord?

• They have different numbers of notes.

• They are in different keys and have different functions.

• They are used in different musical genres.

• They are played on different instruments.

In the key of D flat major, what is the root note of the Dominant 7th chord?

• G flat

• C

• D flat

• A flat

Which note is added to form a Dominant 7th chord from a dominant chord?

• A third above the root

• A fifth above the root

• A sixth above the root

• A seventh above the root

What is the lowered sixth above the tonic in the key of C major for forming a German 6th chord?

• F sharp

• B flat

• A flat

• G flat

Which of the following is NOT a type of augmented 6th chord?

• French 6th

• Spanish 6th

• Italian 6th

• German 6th

What is the voice leading convention for resolving a Dominant 7th chord?

• The root rises by step and the fifth falls by step.

• The seventh falls by step and the third rises by step.

• The third falls by step and the root rises by step.

• The fifth rises by step and the seventh falls by step.

What is the typical progression for resolving a German 6th chord?

• To a tonic chord in root position

• To a subdominant chord

• To a diminished chord

• To a dominant chord

What does enharmonic equivalence mean in the context of chords?

• Chords that are played in different octaves

• Chords that have the same function in different keys

• Chords that sound the same but look different

• Chords that sound different but look the same

Why is it important to use the correct notation for a German 6th chord?

• To ensure it is played in the correct octave

• To maintain the correct harmonic function

• To match the tempo of the piece

• To align with the rhythm of the melody

How can enharmonic changes be used creatively in music?

• To change the tempo of a piece

• To shift keys smoothly

• To alter the rhythm of a melody

• To change the dynamics of a chord