harmony built on thirds, using the root, third and fifths notes of the scale

two or more notes played together at the same time

the main note of the chord and the note the chord is named after (e.g. the root note of a C major chord is C)

the three main chords in the scale - I, IV and V

Triads & Bass Notes Video

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In this unit pupils extend their understanding of harmonic progressions, learning about ground bass and triadic harmony.

What are chords I, IV, and V in the key of C major?

three notes stacked using the root, third, and fifth

Which best describes the shape of a triad on the keyboard?

When we add harmony using chords built on the root, third, and fifth, we are creating {{}} harmony.

The dominant chord (V) naturally wants to return to which chord?

a short repeated bass line that forms the structure of a piece

The first and most important note in a scale is called the ...

Which note is the dominant in the C major scale?

The {{}} note is the seventh note of a scale, which often feels like it needs to rise to the tonic.

two or more notes played at the same time

The main note that gives a chord its name is called the {{}} note.