Counterpoint Is How Independent Melodies Learn to Agree
If you want to learn more about the history and theory of polyphonic music, consider writing your own cantus firmus composition. A cantus firmus is a…
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Classical Music Kept Baroque's Grammar: Similarities That Run Deep
The shift from the Baroque period (roughly 1600 to 1750) to the Classical period (roughly 1750 to 1820) is often taught as a revolution: ornate count…
Composing a Melodic Skeleton that Unifies Harmony and Melody - Online Music Composition Lessons
One of the challenges of composing music is to create a coherent and expressive melodic line that fits well with the underlying harmonic structure. A…
Four Voices, No Hiding: Orchestration for the String Quartet
If you are a composer or an arranger who wants to write music for string quartet, you might be wondering how to make the most of this versatile and e…
Using Connecting Tones to Create New Chord Progressions
I'm going to share with you a simple but effective technique to spice up your chord progressions: using connecting tones. Connecting Tones Fill t…
Theory Is the Composer's Map: Why the Rules Are Worth Knowing
When teaching music theory, I'm often asked about the role of music theory in music composition. Students want to know if a composer sits down an…
Strong Pieces Are Built in Layers: Theory, Instruments, Voices, and Form
If you're interested in learning about the future of music, make sure to check out the latest blog post over at http://www.kevinure.com, The Futu…