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Objectives
Objectives
By the end of this lesson, students will be able to:
Describe other types of diatonic sequences including ascending 5ths, 5-6 sequences, and 6-3 sequences.
Describe the function of these sequences and how they relate to the phrase model.
Identify examples of different types of diatonic sequences in examples from the repertoire and analyze the progressions using Roman numerals and functional labels.
Compose a progression that incorporates an ascending sequence and partwrite the progression in 4 voices using common-practice voice leading principles.
Preparation for Class
Preparation for Class
Read:
Read:
Other Diatonic Sequences (Mount, Fundamentals, Function, and Form)
Also the handout under "Study Aids" for descriptions and examples of other sequence types.
Study Aids
Study Aids
Reference Handout
This handout compiles handouts by Daniel Jenkins (pp. 1–4) and Nancy Rogers (pp. 5–9) with descriptions and examples of various types of ascending and descending sequences.
Quick Summary of Diatonic Sequences (Sarah Louden)
Chord Progressions: Ascending and 6-3 Sequences
Source: Sarah Louden (Sequence Handout)
Voice Leading for a Descending 5ths Sequences
Source: Timothy Rolls (Theory II: Sequences)
In-Class Activities
In-Class Activities
Discussion
Discussion
Other Sequence Types: What are some of the other sequence types discussed in the reading? How do these compare to the descending 5ths and 3rds sequences? Compose chord progressions using each of these sequences in different keys using both Roman numerals and lead sheet notation.
Activities
Activities
Online Practice Worksheets:
Worksheet 1: Composition and analysis with mixed diatonic sequences (from Fundamentals, Function, and Form)
Worksheet 2: Complete 4-part settings of examples featuring sequences given the bass, soprano, or outer voices. (San Francisco Conservatory)
Composition: Compose two different 4-bar chord progressions in different meters, keys, and modes (major and minor). Both progressions should use sequences other than descending 5ths or 3rds sequences. Partwrite one progression in chorale style and the other in keyboard style. Label the sequence type and cadence. Identify Roman numerals and chord function (T, PD, D) below the staff. If there's time, also compose a melody for the chord progression. The melody should include a melodic sequence that reflects the harmonic movement.
Analysis: Analyze examples from the repertoire in the Anthology section below. Identify the sequence by type, Roman numerals, chord function (T, PD, D), cadences, and non-chord tones by type.
Repertoire for Practice
Repertoire for Practice
Diatonic Sequences: Examples for analysis that use other types of diatonic sequences. See the sections "Ascending 5ths," "Ascending and Descending 6-3 Sequences" and "Other Diatonic Sequences."
Practice
Practice
Musition:
Concepts: Levels 6a, 6b, 7
Four-Part Writing: Levels 22b, 22c, 23b, 23c
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