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C-III: Encompass Chord Types

Nexuses in Non-Prime Chords

Entering Chapter II-III, new chords other than the prime chords, namely "non-prime chords", have been introduced. In this article, we will explain how to apply nexus theory to non-prime chords. 1. Review of Nexus Theory First, let's revisit the characteristics of each nexus: Nexus Meaning Characteristics 2nd up/down Gentle and smooth, rich in color 5th up Clear propulsive force, distinctive…
yuta
March 22, 2024
C-II: Add, Omit, Borrow

Parallel Minor Chords (1)

Session Overview This time you learn new non-prime chords. You get new chords with flats, and make new chord progressions like A♭-B♭-C. Keywords: parallel minor, modal interchange, borrowed chords, 1. Borrowing Chords This time I introduce a technique of borrowing chords from parallel keys. You may remember the term "parallel key" from last time. "Parallel key" refers to keys where…
yuta
May 16, 2024
C-II: Add, Omit, Borrow

Secondary Dominants

Session Overview This time you learn new non-prime chords. Here, we'll incorporate chords that haven't been covered yet by using accidentals (♯/♭). In this session, prior knowledge of Melody Chapter I is assumed. If you are not familiar with concepts such as the or , please review the Melody Chapter. Keywords: secondary dominants, dominant resolution, tritone In the previous session,…
yuta
May 27, 2024
C-I: Basic System

Prime Chords (1)

1. Basic Chord Structure In the previous section you studied the minimal harmonic structure; two tones harmony. But in practice, 3 tones or more are stacked regularly. It's interesting to explore combinations! But there are so many combinations available that some guidelines to narrow down the candidates will help you. That's what music theory does. Along the Scale, Skewer Like…
yuta
June 30, 2024