Chord Functions

The video tutorial introduces the concept of functional harmony, focusing on how chords serve specific roles in music progression, particularly during the common practice period. Using 'Mary Had A Little Lamb' as an example, it explains the roles of tonic and dominant chords. The tutorial further explores how chord functions can vary across different keys and outlines the basic functions of tonic, dominant, and subdominant chords. It concludes with a discussion on diatonic chords and their respective functions, setting the stage for more detailed exploration in future episodes.

What are the seven diatonic chords and their respective functions?

Describe the chord progression that follows the functions of tonic, subdominant, and dominant.