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Dominant Ninth Chord
The dominant ninth chord (9) is an extended harmony that adds sophistication and color to traditional dominant function chords. Built by adding a major ninth …
Altered Dominant (7alt) Chords
The Complete Musician's Guide to Altered Dominant (7alt) Chords Summary: Altered dominant chords are musical "spice" that add tension and excitement to music. Like adding …
Dominant Eleventh Chord
This article demystifies the dominant eleventh chord (V11), a sophisticated harmony that defines the sound of modern jazz, funk, and gospel. We explore its theoretical …
Dominant Seventh Chord
The Dominant Seventh Chord: The Engine of Musical Motion 🎶 Introduction Have you ever felt a musical phrase build up with a sense of urgency, …
Secondary Dominants
Secondary Dominants: Adding Color & Direction 🎨 Introduction Imagine a painter’s palette. The diatonic chords of a key are the primary colors—reliable and familiar. A …
Minor Ninth Interval
Minor Ninth Interval: Expanding Beyond the Octave Summary: The minor ninth interval is a compound interval spanning thirteen semitones, equivalent to an octave plus a …