Exploring harmony 1

The above is an example of a highly effective simple chord sequence. 

How many chords are used in the verse and chorus chord sequences?

DIATONIC HARMONY

Now we are going to explore harmony and how it is used in composing. To begin with we will look at using diatonic harmony (chords within the key). So the first thing we need to do is a brief reminder of how to read the notes in treble clef. The chart below might be a useful guide:

TRIADS

The simplest and most commonly used chords are called TRIADS because they contain THREE notes. Below is a very brief video introduction to triads and diatonic harmony:

CHORDS IN C MAJOR

CHORDS IN A MINOR

Work for the week of 26th September

Time Signatures and Key Signatures.

 Hello music lovers. Here is this week's work.


 Click on this link to time signatures. Look at the videos and try to understand what is being explained.

 Then, key signatures. Your questions in the lesson during the week will focus on both of these areas of musical knowledge. The questions will challenge you.

Adding Drum Fills

Once you have mastered creating your first grooves in Garageband you will soon be looking to add drum fills to your projects to add variety and to mark out section changes. Below is a great introductory video in how to create drum fills from a drummer's perspective. You can then use the same fills in your garageband projects.

The sheet music is below with a view of how these fills might look in your garageband projects:






Needless to say, this is just the beginning...there are some inspiring examples here..

Ouch, now that's funky..

Homework for the week of 12th Sept

Hi music fans!

Your work to complete at home this week is music notation. Have a watch of these two videos and you will have a set of short questions in your first lesson next week. Pause and rewind the film if needed to ensure you fully understand.

Get the popcorn, lights, camera, action. Enjoy!

Time Signatures

Welcome to the blog, year 10 music fans...here is your first task..


Please complete the form below and click submit (once you have checked your answers carefully!) by Tuesday 6th September if in 10B
Thursday 8th September if in 10C


Below are some examples of songs in various TIME SIGNATURES. Have a careful listen to the tracks and then answer the questions in the form..


1. Pink Floyd - Money

2. Muse - Feeling Good

3. Dave Brubeck - Take Five