Theory II

Part-Writing Steps:

1. Complete the analysis (pop-chord and/or roman numeral)

2. Write note names of each chord (circle/mark as appropriate tendency tones to help you
later when you write on the staff)
3. Write bass line (given by RN/pop-chords)
4. Write soprano line that creates interesting counterpoint to the bass
a. Resolve tendency tones
b. Use a mix of contrary motion and parallel motion with imperfect intervals
between the outer voices; consider common counterpoint paradigms implied by
certain prolongational progressions
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5. Spell 1 chord
6. Fill out inner voices
a. Resolve tendency tones
b. Keep common tone(s) when possible
c. Resolve other note(s) to nearest chord tone to complete chord (best if contrary
motion to the bass)