Thank you Brian for the most informative instruction on Basic Introduction to Figured Bass. I've yet to see it elucidated in such a fine way. I am a senior (age-wise), retired from business, intermediate pianist, composer, and would like to see more videos like this, and I am especially interested in music theory and composition instruction. I need assignments, too. Is there any advice and/or references you might have?
Joseph, thanks so much for your comment. I'm glad that you found this video useful. If you'd like to see more theory videos that I have on TH-cam, you can check out my channel (www.youtube.com/@bkehlenb). On that page, there are several playlists, and the one that this video is taken from is called "Music Theory: Diatonic Harmonization." Also, in the description to video you watched, there are several links to books available on Amazon. I am thinking that the book that would most interest you (it has lots of assignments and exercises) would be Mastery of Music Theory, Book 2: Diatonic Harmonization. Available on Amazon: www.amazon.com/dp/B08WJY6BTK
I have been struggling with this concept in Bach's Christmas oratorio (particularly in flosst mein heiland ), but I understand it now, thanks very much
Thank you, this was incredibly helpful! I have been writing a series of cantatas for the jewish holidays in the style of bach, and I plan to play the organ continuo part when this piece is performed, but while I had simple grasp of figured bass and lots of music theory training (I have also been playing keyboard for 9 years) I didn’t exactly have the most flushed out understanding. This video taught me a lot! But, I do have one question: I have seen a little tail sort of figure attached to other figures like a four. This can be seen in the third measure of the double violin concerto by Bach. I can sort of infer its meaning, but it seems to have a similar function to the figures that are crossed out. What does that mean? Thanks!
Thanks for your comment! I'm glad you found the video to be helpful. I looked up your example, and the sign seems to be a variation on the slash through the number - the note at the designated interval is to be raised 1/2 step. There are variations on how this is notated. It can also be notated with a little "+" sign next to the number. I hunted around and found a good chart of some of these symbols and variations: robertkelleyphd.com/home/figured-bass/
Professor Kehlenbach, your lecture here is as clear as crystal. Wow, this clears up so much confusion for me since 1979. Bravo!!!
Thanks for leaving a comment! I’m glad that the video was helpful for you.
Very well explained!! And you used simple tools....pen, music paper, and excellent instruction! Great work!
Thanks for watching, Curt, and also for your nice comment.
Thank you Brian for the most informative instruction on Basic Introduction to Figured Bass. I've yet to see it elucidated in such a fine way. I am a senior (age-wise), retired from business, intermediate pianist, composer, and would like to see more videos like this, and I am especially interested in music theory and composition instruction. I need assignments, too. Is there any advice and/or references you might have?
Joseph, thanks so much for your comment. I'm glad that you found this video useful. If you'd like to see more theory videos that I have on TH-cam, you can check out my channel (www.youtube.com/@bkehlenb). On that page, there are several playlists, and the one that this video is taken from is called "Music Theory: Diatonic Harmonization." Also, in the description to video you watched, there are several links to books available on Amazon. I am thinking that the book that would most interest you (it has lots of assignments and exercises) would be Mastery of Music Theory, Book 2: Diatonic Harmonization. Available on Amazon: www.amazon.com/dp/B08WJY6BTK
Love your explanations on how to do Figured Bass. I can really learn a lot from you so I decided to SUBSCRIBE!
I’m glad that the explanations were clear. Thanks for commenting!
Thank you, excellent explanation
Thanks for your comment, Stephen. I'm glad you liked the video.
Merci beaucoup from a music novice in la Suisse. And I subbed to your channel, cuz you really Ba-Rock..
I have been struggling with this concept in Bach's Christmas oratorio (particularly in flosst mein heiland ), but I understand it now, thanks very much
I'm glad you found this helpful!
Thank you. Easy to understand your explanation.
You’re welcome! I’m glad that you found this useful.
Thank you for that informative explanation.
You are welcome. Thanks for leaving a comment!
Very nice introduction.
I appreciate your comment!
Thank you 🙏🏻
You're welcome! Glad you found it helpful.
Clear as clean water
Thanks Sergio. I'm glad this explanation was that clear for you!
Excellent
Thanks for your comment, Abraham.
Thank you, this was incredibly helpful! I have been writing a series of cantatas for the jewish holidays in the style of bach, and I plan to play the organ continuo part when this piece is performed, but while I had simple grasp of figured bass and lots of music theory training (I have also been playing keyboard for 9 years) I didn’t exactly have the most flushed out understanding. This video taught me a lot! But, I do have one question: I have seen a little tail sort of figure attached to other figures like a four. This can be seen in the third measure of the double violin concerto by Bach. I can sort of infer its meaning, but it seems to have a similar function to the figures that are crossed out. What does that mean? Thanks!
Thanks for your comment! I'm glad you found the video to be helpful. I looked up your example, and the sign seems to be a variation on the slash through the number - the note at the designated interval is to be raised 1/2 step. There are variations on how this is notated. It can also be notated with a little "+" sign next to the number. I hunted around and found a good chart of some of these symbols and variations: robertkelleyphd.com/home/figured-bass/
@@bkehlenb Thanks so much!
The figuring of "6" does not necessarily mean first inversion, very often it also means 6th chord.