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???? Download the examples at: https://bit.ly/3hNJqTn ???? FREE Book/Course on BASIC MUSIC THEORY: https://cresciente.net/libro-gratis-t... ???? FREE Course on BASIC MUSIC READING: https://cresciente.net/curso-gratis-l... ???? The STEP-BY-STEP PATH to become a BETTER COMPOSER: https://cresciente.net/membresia-curs... In today's tutorial we'll talk about some essential techniques for melodic development: the use of the musical motif. Motivic development is an essential part of our Western musical culture, from the Baroque onwards. In today's video I'll present some concrete techniques to learn how to develop a motif correctly: motif inversion, augmentation and diminution, transposition, etc. With this, you'll be much more prepared to create good melodies - success! 00:00 Introduction 01:26 What is a musical motif? 02:52 Motivic development techniques 08:40 Example of melodic development in Autumn leaves 13:32 2nd example: developing a melody in a song 19:44 Final result 20:18 Final tips