Using a Common Note in Harmony - Music Composition

The video tutorial discusses refining harmony writing by focusing on common and nearby notes. It analyzes two versions of a harmony piece, highlighting common issues such as disjunct movement and part crossing. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of using common notes to create smoother transitions and avoid rule infringements. It concludes with advice for improving harmony writing skills.

What are the two versions of harmony discussed in the text?

How does the upper version of harmony differ from the lower version?

What is the significance of using common notes in harmony writing?

What issues arise from having more than an octave between neighboring parts?

Why is it important to avoid crossing parts in harmony writing?

What are the consequences of having disjunct movements in the alto and tenor parts?

How can one improve the writing of inner parts in harmony?

What does the text suggest about the use of neighboring notes?

In what ways can harmony be made more satisfactory according to the text?

What advice does the text provide for composers and arrangers regarding harmony writing?