Be able to illustrate via Roman numerals the chord qualities of
mediant and submediant triads in major and minor keys.
Be familiar with the most common position in which mediant and
submediant triads are found.
When roots are a second apart, such as in the progression V-vi or
vi-V, etc., the potential for some really sinful writing
exists. Things such as parallel 5ths, 8ths and even augmented
2nds (in minor) can sneak into your life. Know how to get
around these buggers with skillful, albeit
"unconventional," procedures. Honing these skills in
both major and minor would be advisable.
Be familiar with part-writing procedures when roots are: a second
apart, a third apart. There will be some part-writing examples
...
We examined six types of melodic extensions. Know ‘em.
Be familiar with the makeup of phrase groups (non-periodic
construction) and the double period.
In addition to some general part-writing exercises utilizing
mediant & submediant chords, you will have opportunity to
harmonize two melodies. Plug in those Roman numerals ... the
usual I, IV, V, but this time you can use iii, or vi, or viio6,
as applicable.
That’s about it ...
