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I-IV-V-I Chord Progression: The Foundation of Western Music

I-IV-V-I Chord Progression: The Foundation of Western Music

Published on 19 May, 2025

Explore the I-IV-V-I chord progression, the foundational harmonic sequence that underpins countless songs across genres. Learn how this progression creates musical movement and resolution, its historical significance, and practical applications …

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Pentatonic Scales: Universal Simplicity and Expression

Pentatonic Scales: Universal Simplicity and Expression

Published on 17 May, 2025

Pentatonic scales, with their five notes per octave, are part of the musical traditions of virtually all cultures. This article explores the two main variants—major and minor—analyzing their structure, sonority, …

#pentatonicscales #majorpentatonic #minorpentatonic #improvisation #blues #rock #folkmusic #five-notescales
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The Blues Scale: The Sound of American Soul

The Blues Scale: The Sound of American Soul

Published on 17 May, 2025

The blues scale, with its characteristic "blue note" added to the minor pentatonic, is a fundamental musical tool that captures the expressive essence of blues and has influenced countless genres …

#bluesscale #bluenotes #minorpentatonic #improvisation #bluesmusic #bluesscale #jazz #rock #musicalexpression
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