Music Harmony Lessons - Using Suspensions to Harmonize a Descending Bass - Music Composition

Here's an idea for writing a sequence based on using a chain of suspensions above a descending scale in the bass line. Descending scales in the bass can be awkward to harmonise satisfactorily without generating parallels. This pattern illustrates one way of handling the situation in a way that is musically interesting and which activates an engaging use of musical tension. These kind of structures are useful for composers working in any genre and are especially for building bridges or other connections between musical ideas. ⬇️Download the files https://drive.google.com/file/d/1tpoqsQGc9Yn1Mrxa5cK6Kof6bRBgJiU3/view?usp=sharing 🔴 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 using suspensions to harmonize a descending bass 1:13 - An example of bad harmony 2:10 - A way around it using suspensions 6:12 - Playing the piece 6:22 - Tension and release effect 6:57 - An alternative with suspensions in the middle part 8:07 - Conclusion 🎓 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 #MusicComposition #MusicMattersHarmony #TheAllRoundMusician