Articles tagged with: "rock music"

Sus4 Chord: The Classic Suspended Harmony

Sus4 Chord: The Classic Suspended Harmony

Published on 14 Jun, 2025

The sus4 chord replaces the third of a major chord with the fourth scale degree, creating a distinctive harmony with a strong pull toward resolution. This chord builds tension through …

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Power Chords: The Foundation of Rock Music

Power Chords: The Foundation of Rock Music

Published on 25 May, 2025

Power chords, consisting of a root and perfect fifth, are the foundation of rock music. These simple yet powerful two-note structures work exceptionally well with distortion and have revolutionized popular …

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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, …

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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 …

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