Sequences Based on Seconds

Question 1

sequences based on second

Answer 1

• can create some problems because of parallel fifths
• • to get around it use
• – parallel sixth chords
• – 7-6 LIP (suspensions)
• — makes movement by a second less noticeable
• – 5-6 LIP (retardations)
• — makes movement by a second less noticeable
• — a second moving up is not uncommon
• this type of sequence is transitory, not necessarily a main moment in music composition

Question 2

parallels…the game of avoidance

Answer 2

• parallel 5ths are BAD

- parallel 3rds and 6ths are GOOD

Question 3

unlike the other sequences, sequences based on seconds do NOT have built-in parallel interval problems

Answer 3

• false

Question 4

composers use chains of ____________ chords to avoid parallel fifths in sequences based on seconds

Answer 4

• first inversion

Question 5

composers can also use _____________ suspensions to avoid bad voice leading

Answer 5

• 7-6

Question 6

__________ retardations can be employed when writing sequences based on seconds to avoid parallel fifths

Answer 6

• 5-6

Question 7

sequences based on seconds are the most chromatic sequences, or have hte most potential to be chromatic

Answer 7

• true