Use Your Ears to Figure Out the ↓4 ↑2 Sequence
We’ve been working on the ↓4 ↑2 seqeunce. Now lets figure out the ↓4 ↑2 seqeunce using our ears. Try this! Listen to this Credo by GA
And suddenly it became inspiring!
Steve was a student in the Wizarding School version of the Partimenti Workshop last year. I got a chance to sit down with him and
The ↓4 ↑2 Sequence
This sequence is everywhere!!! From Arosmith’s ‘Cryin” to Pachelbel’s ‘Canon in D” there are SO many pop songs and classical pieces that use this pattern!
Inspired by Beethoven! Make Your Own Phrase!
Remember Beethoven from last week This week it’s your turn! Here is Beethoven’s bassline, let’s make it our own! Try This!
Beethoven’s Harmony
This week we will take a look at the harmony from the famous opening phrase of Beethoven’s first piano sonata. Try This! Keep all of
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