Non-harmonic tones are simply melody notes that are not part of the chord in force at the moment. For example, if the chord is C7, the chord notes are C, E, G, and Bb. Any other note in the melody … Continue reading →
One of the wonderful benefits of knowing music theory well (including chords) is the choice you have in key selection. You’re not limited to playing a song in just one key — you can use several if you wish. Take … Continue reading →
The story of “Silent Night”
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Continue reading →Diminished 7th chords are formed by adding a double-flatted 7th to a diminished triad.
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Continue reading →Minor chords with a major 7th (such as cm/maj7)
Continue reading →Minor 7th chords are composed of a minor triad combined with the lowered 7th of the major scale of that particular key.
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