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Learn how auxiliary notes and escape tones work, a useful melodic device you can use to improve your melody writing. Melody notes usually work best when they belong to the prevailing chord. However, by only using notes that belong to the chord (harmony notes) melodic lines can become boxed in and tend to jump around too much. This is where inessential notes come in, such as passing notes, anticipatory notes, changing notes and auxiliary notes. In the case of an auxiliary note, a note is sounded that belongs to the prevailing chord. It then moves up a tone or semitone then comes back to the previous note - this is an upper auxiliary note. When the same pattern occurs but the middle note is a step down from the first and third notes, we call this a lower auxiliary note. In this music theory lesson, auxiliary notes are fully explained, written down and illustrated in sound. Ideal for performers, for those studying theory or analysis, and for composers wanting to enhance their melodic writing. 🔴 Subscribe for more videos just like this: http://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8yI8P7Zi3yYTsypera-IQg?sub_confirmation=1 🎵 Become a Music Matters Maestro: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8yI8P7Zi3yYTsypera-IQg/join 👕 Merch store: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8yI8P7Zi3yYTsypera-IQg/store 🕘 Timestamps 0:00 - Introduction to auxiliary notes 0:41 - How does an auxiliary note work? 2:26 - Accented vs unaccented auxiliary notes 🎓 Learn Music Online with Music Matters Learn music theory, aural tests, composition, sight reading, orchestration and more! Prepare and practice for music exams and diplomas with Music Matters Courses. Whether you're just getting started with learning music, or you're an experienced musician looking to expand your abilities - we have something for you in our course library. With hours of step-by-step training, our courses will truly help you elevate your musicianship skills to the next level. http://www.mmcourses.co.uk 👥 Social Media Website: http://www.mmcourses.co.uk Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MusicMattersGB Twitter: https://twitter.com/MusicMattersGB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/MusicMattersGB Newsletter: http://eepurl.com/dvgdUD 🔗 Affiliate Links Amazon: https://geni.us/71PKSR #MusicTheory #MelodyWriting #TheAllRoundMusician
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