For Tuesday, February 19

in assignments

Read the resource on strict keyboard-style voice-leading.

ENTRY TICKET: Write down answers to the following questions, and bring your answers to class:

  • What is the difference between basso continuo and melodic keyboard styles?
  • What are the two most preferred melodic intervals in keyboard style?
  • What pitch can melodic keyboard-style melodies begin on, but species counterpoint lines above the CF could not?
  • What are the goals of strict keyboard-style voice-leading?