Using a Slow Moving Theme with Cantus Firmus - Music Composition

We explore how to write a free moving line over a sustained melody presented in long notes. The example here uses the first two phrases of “Happy Birthday to you” set as a cantus firmus in long notes in the left hand, while the right hand line is composed above it, employing melodic and rhythmic independence. This is a useful resource for composers and for those wanting to understand the principles of cantus firmus.

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🕘 Timestamps
0:00 - Introduction to using a slow moving theme with cantus firmus
1:09 - The slow moving theme
2:22 - What is a cantus firmus?
3:55 - Working with the slow moving theme
7:18 - Harmonic thinking
11:53 - Playing the piece
12:14 - Conclusion

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