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How to play chord extensions with ninth, eleventh and thirteenth

Have you ever felt like your chords sound too simple or flat? Incorporating extended chords on piano can transform your music by adding depth and complexity. Chord extensions go beyond basic triads and seventh chords, introducing richer harmonies that elevate your playing. Essential in genres like jazz, classical, and contemporary music, extended chords bring emotional …

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modal interchange

Unlock modal interchange and borrow chords from other scales

Have you ever noticed that special moment in a song when the harmony unexpectedly shifts, bringing a heroic, uplifting or even mysterious feeling to the piece? This effect often comes from a harmonic technique called modal interchange. Also known as borrowed chords, modal interchange allows composers to pull from different musical modes or scales, adding …

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