Introduction to Scales: The Blues and Pentatonic Scales
The Pentatonic Scales
The Blues Scale
Practical Applications and Improvisation
Exercises: Pentatonic and Blues Scales in Practice
Listening to Music That Uses These Scales
Conclusion & Recap
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What Are Blues Scales?
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Introduction to Harmony
- What Is Harmony?
- Types of Harmony
- Why Is Harmony Important?
Foundational Harmonies
- Intervals: The Building Blocks of Harmony
- Triads: The Basic Chords
- Harmonizing Simple Melodies
Advanced Harmonies
1. Four-Part Harmony (SATB)
2. Seventh Chords and Their Role in Harmony
3. Jazz Harmony and Extended Chords
Activities: Exploring and Creating Harmonies
Activity 1: Create Your Own Harmonies
Activity 2: Harmonizing a Melody in Four Parts
Activity 3: Jazz Chords and Voice Leading
Listening and Exploration
Listen to examples
Discussion
Quiz Questions
What is the interval between C and E called?
Which of the following chords is a minor triad?
Which chord is an example of a seventh chord?
True or False?
What is the primary function of dissonance in harmony?
Conclusion & Recap
Recap in harmony
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