Zarlino Says Quote by Jean-Philippe Rameau
““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
Source Treatise: “Traité de l'harmonie réduite à ses principes naturels”, 1722
Bass lines need intervallic separation to achieve consonance.
In simple terms: Separate intervals create harmony.
Key Takeaway
Use spaced intervals for stable bass.
Themes
music theory
harmony
bass
intervals
Mood
analytical
educational
Type
theoretical
instructional
When to use this quote
- composing
- orchestration
- music education
Key Concepts
counterpoint
acoustic physics
Questions to Reflect On
- How does interval spacing affect mood?
- When can you break the rule?
A Different Perspective
Strict separation may limit expressive freedom.
