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Minor Triads

The Sound of Sadness: Minor Chords You already played A minor in the Beginner level. Now you will understand why minor chords sound different from major chords and learn to build minor…

15Minutes
70XP
QuizIncluded
Level 1-2RCM level

Lesson 6 of 10 in Keys, Chords & the Circle of Fifths

The Sound of Sadness: Minor Chords You already played A minor in the Beginner level. Now you will understand why minor chords sound different from major chords and learn to build minor triads from any root. Major vs. Minor: The Difference The difference between a major and minor triad is the third: Major triad: Root + major 3rd (4 half..

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