Music Theory: Using Music Chords in Songwriting DROP IN
Gigi E. / Piano, Clarinet, Composition
Average rating:4.8Number of reviews:(65)
Songs are words and music; this course covers the chords part of the music.
Class experience
Drop in. We will cover the objectives listed here and work on your songs, too! Students will learn by interacting with the teacher at the piano and discussing/ viewing a power point. Students will use a popular song(s) to examine chords and chord structure. What is a scale? Scale degrees - How to name scale degrees in scales Chord building —what is a major triad? How to construct a major chord from scale notes. How to construct a minor chord. Easy ways to remember chords Chords for C, F,...
Students will be able to name the notes of the major triads. Students will know how to choose the next chord. This is not a class about harmonizing a melody. But, if there is time, it will be included.
Professional musician, songwriter and composer.
None needed, but having a pencil and paper ready will be useful. Basic knowledge of music if helpful, but not required.
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
I do not offer makeup lessons.
Average rating:4.8Number of reviews:(65)
Hi! I have been a professional musician for many years, primarily working as an accompanist for school choruses and bands and church choirs. I hope you will be my next student! If you want to take piano or clarinet lessons, please sign up...
Group Class
$37
per classMeets once
30 min
Completed by 13 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-13
1-3 learners per class
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