Most classically trained musicians tend to think in terms of triads. They look for the three main notes of a chord (1, 3, and 5). However, the more advanced your chords get, the more likely it is that either the 3 or 5 (or both) will be missing from your chords. Here is an example: […]
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In my opinion, understanding music theory is critical if you plan to learn to improvise. If you are already improvising by ear, you can be successful for a long time without ever knowing anything about theory. However, in the long run, you will help yourself by learning the theory behind your music. Over the next […]
Which should you use?
Has anyone ever given you a CD or MP3 with a song and told you they need you to play it for them on Sunday? Here is how to handle that.
Ways to increase the number of chords at your disposal.
There are more than three options for chords that will work with a given melody note. Actually, the number is closer to fifty or so.
Here is a rhythm chart I am working on.