Tonal HARMONY | The SECRETS of Four Part Writing (SATB)

In this episode we explore the rules and concepts of Four Part SATB writing. In this video we will also do an analysis of of the J.S. Bach Chorale No. 249.
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[rillloudmother]

I learned this in high school and wrote a few chorales as assignments and for a term project. took me from 3 chord punk guitar owner to curious music student in 10 weeks, and i haven't stopped since.

[FredneckMusic]

I paid thousands to learn this stuff as a music major in college. This is legit!

[mark-zeen]

Bach-- the critical nuts and bolts and inspiration for millions. Unmatched genius for centuries.

[Subparanon]

I had to write everything down, but there is enough here to finally jump start my understanding of vocal harmony, something I sorely lack. 8 minute video has more info in it than some 60 minute lectures. Awesome.

[antonandreyeff]

Out of so many music tutorial videos this channel this one gives you a really unique combination of knowledge and wisdom coming from years of various experiences. And more importantly I can feel the true passion about the music here. Rick's videos work for me much better than any motivational speaker's videos out there inspiring me to get better in any aspect of my life, not only music. Thanks Rick.

[XxImaFunGuyxX]

This is a condensed version of a semester's worth of harmony 😝👍🏻

[avelasole]

Great lesson, Rick! I come from over a decade of SATB choral singing as a Tenor 1. One thought I had on the parallel fifth example is that for many tenors that low C is such a weak note that it probably won't come through well in the blend. For many choirs there are fewer tenors than the other three voice parts. Also most every choir I've been on had a couple women as tenors. So low notes for tenors won't add much to the overall sound. If you want that low fifth to stay there is a way to keep it by splitting up the bass voices.

[Wourghk]

Nice video. I remember purchasing that Bach chorale book 10 years ago, and in a fit of foolish inspiration analyzed and transcribed the entire thing into the DAW I had at the time. The procedure required roughly 4 months and some 3 to 4 hours per day to accomplish. It certainly improved my sight reading, but I'm still completely numb to the sound of his chorales.

[dmtbass]

I already knew almost all of this and yet I ask myself... Is this the best youtube channel ever? I think yes. Thank you for everything you share - we are all always learning from you, and your contribution to culture.

[soniastraley]

Takes me back to my high school music theory class. Thanks for the flashback, Rick!

[johnklatt]

That was a ton of great information delivered in just 8 minutes. I now have a little bit of an idea of how voice leading works. Really well done.

[andreacassano]

Hi Rick, I started studying this in 1988 but I never have enough :) and you are a great teacher. Ciao!

[pixelatedparcel]

Still can't believe my good fortune at having found this channel. Thanks, man!

[xenigron]

One of the most beautiful examples of Bach put into great Rock Music is the band Procol Harum with three masterpieces called the whither shade of pale a salty dog and homburg.

[edzielinski]

Awesome. This is super condensed and it perfectly complements other material that is more detailed and lengthy. So here's my recommendation to others. Spend a bit of time going over the longer versions of SATB, get some of the concepts down. Then bookmark this video and go back to it for a quick refresher.

[timallen]

Great tuition ( blimey, as ever Mr Rick ) thank you .

[liamboue]

Finally a simple explanation for counterpoint

[joelperez]

Learning the terminology is so important

[blackedblake]

literally started this in theory class today ! Much love

[GuitSiva]

Hi Beato..U have lectured it rather quick and takes a little time for me to keep up the pace in the understanding., anyway needless to say I had to rewind this video for the do's and don'ts especially..Good job as usual, quite interesting with every word in your lecture was little out side the music and theory.. Thanks so much..God bless..👌😊🎶👏