Mastering the mathematical architecture of musical composition
Explore the structural foundations of music theory through this instructional guide. This video provides a detailed introduction to complex problem sets, focusing on the technical application of scales, chords, and Roman numeral analysis.
Part of the MIT 21M.383 Computational Music Theory and Analysis course from Spring 2023, this video serves as a technical introduction to question 4 of the combined problem sets 7-8. Instructor Michael Scott Asato Cuthbert guides viewers through the mechanics of working and composing with essential musical elements like scales and chords.
The session is designed to bridge the gap between theoretical understanding and practical composition, demonstrating how Roman numerals function within a computational framework for music analysis.
Source: Video 22b: Problem Sets 7-8: Working and Composing with Scales, Chords, and Roman Numerals
