Understanding Scales and Chords

Understanding Scales And Chords

Major Scale Formula

Explains the major scale formula and how to build a scale using it. Download the Major Scale Formula Explained Sheet for reference.

Natural and Relative Minors

Explains the Natural Minor Scale formula, how to build one and how Relative Minors are related to their majors. Download the Understanding Natural Minors and Relative Minors sheet for reference.

How Chords Come From The Scale

Explains how chords come from the scale.

Chord Quality Dictionary Reference Sheet

Explains the chord quality dictionary. Download the Chord Quality Dictionary for reference.

Minor Triad

Diminished Triad

Augmented Triad

Sus4 Triad

Sus2 Triad

Triad Chord Quality Recap

Major 7th Chord

Dominant 7th Chord

Minor 7th Chord

Minor 7b5 or Half Diminished 7th Chord

Diminished 7th Chord

https://youtu.be/_noELyzUWHQ

Augmented 7th Chord

7th Chord Quality Recap

Understanding Tensions

https://youtu.be/Llm01YH2VVI