Traditionally, musical keys have had specific musical connotations. Over the years, many composers wrote music in E-flat major to convey feelings of love and devotion [1]. Other composers, such as Beethoven, wrote music in this key to lend a heroic and bold feeling to their music. To perform music in this key, you need to […]
Continue readingD flat Major chords have been around since Van Gogh gifted a woman with his chopped off ear. Back then, the Romantic period had nothing to do with star-crossed were-vamp lovers. That won’t stop us though. D flat major chords, we’re Never Gonna Give You Up [1]. Keep reading to find out how these chords […]
Continue readingOnce you’ve mastered the A flat major scale, you can move on to playing chords within the scale. Today, we’re going to take a look at the A flat major chord. This is a popular chord across genres of music. Bet you didn’t know that Nirvana’s “Smells Like Teen Spirit” and Pharrell’s “Happy” were both […]
Continue readingUnderstanding chords are essential to learning music theory: these triads form the basis of composition and affect how a piece of music sounds. This article will teach you basic music theory about chords, and how to play the F minor chord on the piano. And don’t forget to try out the E minor chord and […]
Continue readingIf you’ve heard Beethoven’s Moonlight Sonata, and chances are you have, you’ve heard C Sharp Minor chords in action. Maybe, you’re not a fan of classical music and big hair? Then you can listen to Lady Gaga’s “Let’s Dance” for another tasty spoonful. From the Classical Era to electronic dance pop, C sharp minor chords […]
Continue readingHave you ever jammed out to Kanye West’s “Stronger?” What about “Superstition” by Stevie Wonder or “All Star” by Smashmouth? Congratulations, you have great taste in songs in the key of F sharp major [1]! One of the many fun things you can do with F sharp major is creating chords. Here, we’re breaking down […]
Continue readingIf you want to play Eleanor Rigby by the Beatles, you’re going to need to know the e minor chord. If you want to master the e minor chord, you’re going to need to know all about it. What notes make up the e minor chord? Where can you find it on the keyboard of […]
Continue readingThe ability to sit down and play any piece of music requires a strong foundation. That’s why musicians practice their scales and the chords that go with them. The G minor scale and the chords based on it are part of that foundation. Once you’ve mastered the G minor chord in all its inversions, you’re […]
Continue readingDifferent musical keys are often linked with different moods. Whilst at first this may seem a little strange, there is a scientific reason for it. Depending on the key you are playing, the gaps between notes are subtly different. It’s not enough that most of us can notice it, but when playing in different keys, […]
Continue readingWhether you’re looking to play songs by Ed Sheeran or Billy Ray Cyrus, you’re going to need to learn how to play A major chords [1]. Major chords are generally simple, so they’re great for beginners who are looking to learn how to play their favorite songs. The A major chord specifically is a key […]
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