This is what Zarlino means when he says that the bass…
““This is what Zarlino means when he says that the bass should proceed by separated intervals, for intervals cannot be consonant unless they are separated. Although Zarlino also says that the bass””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Bass lines need intervallic separation to achieve consonance.
In simple terms: Separate intervals create harmony.
Use spaced intervals for stable bass.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- composing
- orchestration
- music education
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does interval spacing affect mood?
- When can you break the rule?
Strict separation may limit expressive freedom.