Articles tagged with: "maj7"
Major Seventh Chord: The Jazz Standard of Sophistication
Published on 15 Jul, 2025
The major seventh chord elevates the basic major triad with a rich, colorful extension: the major seventh interval. This creates a sophisticated, dreamy sound that is foundational to jazz, bossa...
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Minor Major Seventh Chord: The Mysterious Harmony
Published on 15 Jul, 2025
The minor major seventh chord (mMaj7) is a unique and sophisticated four-note harmony that combines the melancholic quality of a minor triad with the bright tension of a major seventh. …
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Unlocking the Maj7#5 Chord: A Deep Dive into its Sound and Application
Published on 15 Jul, 2025
The Maj7#5 chord is a paradox: simultaneously floating and tense, beautiful and unsettling. This article explores its unique sonic qualities, from its theoretical construction as an augmented triad...
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