Using 2nd Inversions (Keyboard Reconstruction)
This lesson outlines the second step in dealing with the keyboard reconstruction question (ABRSM Grade 8 Music Theory). ← Previous step Using Second Inversions The inversion of the chord is created by …
Chords and Key in a Score
Chords in Orchestral Scores In the ABRSM Grade 6 music theory exam you will be probably be asked to identify one or more chords in a score. For this grade, …
Q1a | Chords to Accompany a Melody
Writing Chords to Accompany a Melody The first question in the ABRSM grade 6 theory paper asks you to provide a chord progression for a given melody. You are given …
Progressions and Inversions
Bass Line When we harmonise a melody and select chords with specific inversions, the end result is a bass line. For example, choosing the following chords/inversions to harmonise this C …
Chord Inversions in Music
You should already have a basic understanding of chord inversions (root position, first inversion and second inversion). For a reminder, see Chord Inversions. In this lesson we’ll learn a little …
Chords and Cadences (Trinity Grade 3)
Tonic Triads The first degree of the scale is also known as the tonic (or “doh”). A tonic triad is a chord built up from the 1st, 3rd and 5th …