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3/3/22 - Invention

Continue the exposition by writing a sequence that uses motivic elements from your subject. The length of this should be a model, copy, and half copy. The attached diagram features a descending 5ths sequence for chords. The goal of this sequence is to modulate. If your subject was in a major key you are headed to V, and if your subject was in a minor key you are headed to III. After the sequence add two to three measures in the new key based off of motivic elements presented in your subject. End with a strong cadence in the new key. This is all we’ll do for today. Consult your theory textbook or a colleague if you need more information about inventions. Thanks to both Carlos and Xavier for suggesting this project.



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