Variations on a Melody Part XVIII

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Also called exploiting a Motive, Theme, Line, Riff or Cantus firmus.   Original melody:
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Same Melody with Accompaniment.

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Now analyze the chords in relation to the melody so you can use these techniques for your own compositions. It is essential to not only learn the example but absorb the ideas and create your own examples utilizing these technique. Also write Roman Numerals for each chord.


Transpose above examples to each position (register) of your instrument, then once your comfortable in one key transpose to all 15 keys. Then do same idea using all scales/modes (same) covered so far. Also create three of your own melodies and apply this technique.

As always transpose to all fifteen keys.

Remember to write out you ideas on the musical staff.

If you do not read or write music consider getting a book and learning how to.




All materials for personal use only.

Vince Lauria Sun and Earth Music

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