Harmonizing Melodies with Upper Structure Triads Part 2
Adding harmony to a melody line (harmonization) can add depth and richness to a line. Harmonizing with upper structure triads dials this up a notch by underscoring the melody with a subtle polytonal undercurrent that transforms the line by obscuring the key. It is an entrancing effect that sounds sophisticated and hip. Watch part two of this two-part series to see how to harmonize chord tones over dominant chords with upper structure triads.

Bonus: fully notated transcriptions of the video intro and outro are included for you to play.

Lesson Stats
When added: 12/09/07; Duration: 25 minutes; (please be patient- this lesson takes longer to download than other lessons) Tunes used in lesson: Here's That Rainy Day, My Romance, Yesterday.

Prerequisites
Moderate keyboard proficiency. Ability to read notation. This lesson is a good prerequisites: Upper Structure Triads, Harmonizing Melodies with Upper Structure Triads Part 1

Quiz
Quiz 1: Identify and use upper structure triads.
Quiz 2: Practice using upper structure triads to harmonize melodic tensions
Quiz 3: Practice using upper structure triads to harmonize chord tones

Practice Sessions & Playalongs
Practice Session 1: Harmonize a section of Yesterday

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