The Best Chords to Follow Chord II (in Minor Keys) - Music Composition

The video tutorial explores chord progressions in a minor key, focusing on the harmonic minor scale. It explains the use of diminished chords, particularly in first inversion, to create smoother transitions. The tutorial presents seven chord progression options starting with 2B, highlighting both common and less usual progressions. It also discusses inversion variations and encourages exploring other minor scales for more creative compositions.

What is the primary focus of the harmonic minor scale in music history?

• It is used for creating melodies.

• It is only relevant in modern music.

• It forms the basis of most harmony since 1600.

• It is primarily used in jazz music.

Why might a musician choose to use chord 2 in first inversion?

• To emphasize the tritone.

• To create a more dissonant sound.

• To achieve a cleaner sound by minimizing the tritone effect.

• To make the chord progression more complex.

Which chord progression is considered slightly less usual but can be quite nice?

• 2B to 1 to 5

• 2B to 6 to 5

• 2B to 5 to 1

• 2B to 7 to 1

What is a common reason for using first inversion chords in a progression?

• To create a more complex melody.

• To make the progression faster.

• To avoid parallel movement and consecutives.

• To emphasize the root position.

What is the advantage of using 2B to 1B to 6 in a progression?

• It is a traditional cadence.

• It emphasizes the root position.

• It creates a dissonant sound.

• It allows for a common tone between chords.

Why might textbooks advise against using chord 7 in root position?

• It is too complex for beginners.

• It is not used in modern music.

• It is another diminished chord and can sound harsh.

• It is too simple.

What is a potential benefit of using multiple first inversion chords in sequence?

• It allows for a stepwise movement in the bass.

• It emphasizes the root position.

• It makes the progression faster.

• It creates a more complex melody.