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The Theory of Harmony is that of the logically rational and technically correct connection of chords (the simultaneous sounding of several notes of different pitch). The natural laws for such connection can be indicated with certainty only if the notes of single chords be regarded not as isolated phenomena, but rather as resulting from the motions of the parts ;chord successions arise from simultaneous melodic motion of several parts. The history of music teaches us that simultaneous melodic progression in several parts was practised and more and more perfected for centuries before the idea of harmony in the modern sense (chord) was even conceived. Thus harmony, in so far as it may be defined as composition in several parts (polyphony), takes root in melody. Melody is the logically rational and aesthetically satisfactory motion of a part through notes of different pitch. With regard to the aesthetic laws for melody formation, we refer the student to the philosophy of music (cf the authors Catechism of Musical .-E sthetics [f Wie horen wir Musik ]). As the foundation of rational motion in melody common to all ages and all races, the history of music suggests the diatonic scale, the simple step succession of the natural notes of our present note system :with its regular insertion of a semitone step {b c, e), alternately after two and three whole-tone steps. The age of tbisfundamental scale, counting by thousands of years, and the respect in which it has been held, are a sufficient guarantee that it is a demand of nature, that it is logical and necessary; indeed, even irregular constructions of melody may be traced back to this foundation. The notes of this fundamental scale stand in such relation to one another as the ear can apprehend with certainty, and as are expressed in acoustics and mathematics by certain simple numerical ratios.
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- ÉditeurForgotten Books
- Date d'édition2024
- ISBN 10 1333793251
- ISBN 13 9781333793258
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- Langueanglais
- Nombre de pages212
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fundamental principles of harmony, a crucial element of music composition. Exploring the relationship between chords and their simultaneous melodic progression, the author guides the reader through the building blocks of music. Drawing from the rich history of music, the author anchors the discussion in the ancient concept of the diatonic scale, which serves as a foundation for understanding melody and harmonic relationships. The book emphasizes the importance of "clangs," or groups of tones that represent a specific key or mode, and explores the distinct characteristics of major and minor chords. The author introduces the concept of tonal functions, which define the role of chords within a key, and explains how these functions drive the process of modulation, the transition between keys. Throughout the book, the reader is encouraged to practice composing four-part music, utilizing voice parts analogous to soprano, alto, tenor, and bass. By incorporating exercises that reinforce the theoretical concepts, the book empowers readers to develop their own understanding and appreciation of the intricate world of harmony. Ultimately, this book provides a comprehensive framework for understanding the logical and aesthetic basis of musical harmony, enabling readers to gain a deeper understanding of the art of composition. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781333793258_0
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