Chord Symbols and Lead Sheets

Reading Chord Symbols Chord symbols are shorthand notations written above a melody line that tell you which chord to play. They are the standard in pop, jazz, rock, and folk music. A lead sheet shows just the melody and chord symbols — you create your own accompaniment. Common Chord Symbols C or Cmaj = C major (C-E-G) Cm or Cmin...

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