In this lesson, you will learn about “major and minor,” which are especially important among chords and harmonies. Rather than memorizing terms alone, aim to explain their structure and reasons in your own words.
Key Point
A major triad stacks a major third and a perfect fifth above the root, while a minor triad stacks a minor third and a perfect fifth above the root.
A major triad stacks a major third and a perfect fifth above the root, while a minor triad stacks a minor third and a perfect fifth above the root.
Points to Remember
- Check the reason, not only the conclusion
- Distinguish similar terms and exceptions
- Try applying the same way of thinking to other examples
Practice
- Explain the key point in two sentences.
- Give one common misconception and explain what is different.
- Check it by applying it to a familiar or specific example.