Open v Close Chords - Chord Voicing - Music Theory Crash Course

The video tutorial explains chord voicings in Western music theory, focusing on the differences between open and closed chords. Closed chords have notes within one octave, making them easier for keyboard players. Open chords have notes spread over more than an octave. The tutorial demonstrates how to convert closed chords to open chords by swapping the highest and lowest notes.

What is close voicing and why is it important for keyboard music?

How can you transform a closed chord into an open chord?