![]() “Of the four triads built in thirds, the augment triad is the least used in music composition. In such cases, the presence of the augmented 5th interval is best understood as a passing tone.¹ However, as we’ll see later in this lesson, the augmented 5th interval usually results from chromatic voice leading over a major triad (Ⅰ, Ⅳ or Ⅴ). More often, augmented triads will appear to be a Ⅰ+, Ⅳ+ or Ⅴ+ in a major key. In other words, most augment triads you’ll encounter won’t make sense as a 3-chord of a minor key. Augmented Triads and Harmonic FunctionĮven though the augmented triad occurs in both the Harmonic Minor and Melodic Minor scales as a Ⅲ+ chord, it rarely functions this way. ![]() First, let’s examine the sound and intervals contained within the most basic augmented chord type-the augmented triad. ![]() Let’s start by answering the question, “What are augmented chords?” While this lesson focuses primarily on augmented triads, we’ll also cover two unique 7th chords that you can play which contain augmented 5th intervals. The good news is that after today’s Quick Tip, you’ll be able to answer “yes” to all 10 questions! □īefore we dive in, be sure to download the lesson sheet PDF that appears at the bottom of this page after logging in with your membership. In fact, while many piano students know what an augmented chord is, most students have no idea where they come from or how they are used. Well, how did you do? Don’t be discouraged if most of your fingers remained up. …you know one or more piano voicings with upper structure augmented triads.…you improvise solo lines with augmented triad shapes.…you can demonstrate a chord progression that uses an augmented chord.…you can name a piano piece you’ve personally played that contains an augmented chord. ![]()
0 Comments
Leave a Reply. |
AuthorWrite something about yourself. No need to be fancy, just an overview. ArchivesCategories |