Upside Down 7th Chords - Music Composition

The video tutorial explores 7th chords, starting with conventional methods of adding a 7th to the top of a chord. It introduces an unconventional approach of adding a third to the bottom, termed 'upside down 7th chords.' This method changes the chord's nature, offering smoother transitions and new harmonic possibilities. Practical applications and examples are provided to illustrate the benefits of this technique in music composition.

What is the conventional method for creating 7th chords in the key of C major?

• Adding a 7th above each note of the scale

• Adding a 3rd below each note of the scale

• Using only the root and 5th of each note

• Skipping every other note in the scale

What is the 'upside down' 7th technique?

• Removing the 5th from the chord

• Adding a 3rd below the chord

• Adding a 7th above the chord

• Doubling the root note

How does the 'upside down' 7th technique affect the chord?

• It makes the chord dissonant

• It enriches the chord without changing it

• It changes the chord and its harmonic progression

• It simplifies the chord structure

Which chord progression is an example of using the 'upside down' 7th technique?

• Chord 3 to Chord 6

• Chord 4 to Chord 27 to Chord 5

• Chord 1 to Chord 5

• Chord 2 to Chord 7

What is a potential drawback of using the 'upside down' 7th technique on chord 7?

• It creates a diminished chord that sounds weak

• It does not change the chord

• It makes the chord too complex

• It results in a major chord

What is the main advantage of the 'upside down' 7th technique?

• It enriches the chord without changing it

• It allows for smoother transitions between chords

• It makes the chord more dissonant

• It simplifies the chord structure

How does adding a 3rd below a chord change its nature?

• It makes the chord more dissonant

• It simplifies the chord structure

• It changes the chord and its harmonic landscape

• It enriches the chord without changing it

Which chord is least successful with the 'upside down' 7th technique?

• Chord 1

• Chord 4

• Chord 7

• Chord 5

What is the effect of adding a 7th on top of a triad?

• It makes the chord dissonant

• It simplifies the chord

• It enriches the chord without changing it

• It changes the chord

What is the purpose of the 'upside down' 7th technique in music composition?

• To create dissonance

• To simplify the chord structure

• To enrich the chord without changing it

• To change the chord and create smoother transitions