Mozart 'Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star'

Description

In this lesson we'll harmonize measures 5-8 by figuring out which chords work with each melody note. When we harmonize a major scale we get a specific set of chords.

Keep in mind, if this discussion of harmonic implications is too much information right now, then just skip it! Just learn to play the tune and worry about the theory later. It is all implied in the notes. Learning the theory will help you understand how and why the notes work together. And ultimately even when you learn and understand the theory the main point is to be able to enjoy playing the music in the first place.

It's important to consider your choices carefully. The solution I have provide is certainly not the only option that works. There are many different ways to harmonize this melody. There are many different way to harmonize this melody and still achieve this same chord progression! Remember to analyze each melody note as it occurs and see which chord it could belong to. Then try different notes from that chord to see which works as the best choice as a bass note.