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Figured bass: Am I on the right track?
I'm studying for the Grade 6 music theory exam with the ABRSM and am working through this exercise in preparation (2018 B, question 2)
Can anyone tell me if there are any errors I should correct? Beat ...
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How can I distinguish between a full 7th chord and a 7th chord without a 5th in figured bass?
The standard figured bass is usually just a 7 for a 7th chord in root position, right? If this is correct, the 5th and 3rd are assumed. But what about if the 7th chord should omit the 5th and double ...
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Is a figured bass symbol supposed to show a raised 6th scale degree?
I am harmonizing this figured bass
Please look at the E note where the blue arrow is pointing. I have raised this note because otherwise there would be an aug 2nd leap to the F#. Can someone please ...
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