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Major 7th Chords
Recognized for its rich and mellow tonal quality, Major seventh chords are four-note chords built from the 1st, 3rd, 5th, and 7th scale degrees of a corresponding Major scale. Known for their smooth, jazzy sound, this lesson explains how to construct Major seventh chords using both scale degrees and intervals, and provides clear demonstrations on the staff and keyboard.
Ideal for beginners and intermediate musicians, this tutorial is a helpful step toward understanding extended harmony.
1: Which notes construct a G Major 7 chord?
2: Which notes construct a C Major 7 chord?
3: What is the order of intervals that separates each note of a Major 7th chord?
4: A Major 7th chord is constructed by combining which notes of a corresponding Major scale?
5: A Major 7th chord consists of which two components?
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Minor 7th Chords
Used extensively in jazz, soul, and R&B music, the Minor Seventh Chord is a warm and expressive four-note chord built from a minor triad and a minor seventh that conveys a moody, mellow, or soulful atmosphere.
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