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A scale is an ordered sequence of notes (pitches) within an octave. The C major scale is C–D–E–F–G–A–B–C. Those seven […]

Every chord is built from a formula—a specific set of intervals stacked on top of a root note. A C

A note is a single pitch—one frequency of sound. Middle C on a piano is approximately 262 Hz; the A

Worship chord progressions are sequences built on major keys and diatonic movement—the same harmonic foundation as pop music, but arranged

A happy progression relies on three elements: major chords, diatonic movement (staying inside one key), and upward direction or resolution

Extended chords go beyond the seventh. While a standard triad (root, third, fifth) gives you the basic color, and a

An 11th chord is an extended chord built by adding a sixth note to a seventh chord. The interval stack

When you pick up a guitar for the first time, your fingers hurt, your hand cramps, and you feel clumsy.

A dominant 7 chord is the V7 chord in any key—the chord built on the fifth scale degree, constructed as

The key of Bb major contains seven natural chords built from the Bb major scale: Bb, Cm, Dm, Eb, F,