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CHORDS
 

Learning chords on the piano is essential for building a strong musical foundation. It helps pianists understand harmony and structure, as well as how different notes come together to create a cohesive sound. Mastering basic chords like major, minor, and seventh chords enables players to accompany themselves, improvise, and play a wide range of styles. Chord practice also improves finger strength and dexterity, as well as hand coordination, while providing a deeper understanding of music theory, including chord progressions and their roles within different keys. They serve as a foundation for learning full scales, chords, and improving ear training, making them a valuable tool for developing essential piano skills.

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Major Chords
Listed in order of patterns

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C Major Chord
F Major Chord
G Major Chord


White - Black - White
D Major Chord
E Major Chord
A Major Chord


Black - White - Black
Dâ™­ Major Chord
Eâ™­ Major Chord
Aâ™­ Major Chord
C# Major Chord
D# Major Chord
G# Major Chord


Black - Black - Black
Gâ™­ Major Chord
F# Major Chord


Black - White - White
Bâ™­ Major Chord
A# Major Chord


White - Black - Black
B Major Chord
Câ™­ Major Chord


Rules for Chord Variations
Listed in progression of variation order
C Minor Chord
C Diminished Chord
C Augmented Chord
C Sus2 Chord
C Sus4 Chord
C 5th Chord
C 6th Chord
C 7th Dominant
C 7th (Major)


Inverted Chords
Inverted Chords Demonstration

Chord Scales
Chords for each Key
Coming Soon
Key of C - Chord Scale
Key of G - Chord Scale
Key of D - Chord Scale
Key of A - Chord Scale
Key of B - Chord Scale
Key of F Sharp - Chord Scale
Key of C Sharp - Chord Scale
Key of F - Chord Scale
Key of B Flat - Chord Scale
Key of E Flat - Chord Scale
Key of A Flat - Chord Scale
Key of D Flat - Chord Scale
Key of G Flat - Chord Scale
Key of C Flat - Chord Scale

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