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What are Piano Triads?

A Triad, as the word suggests, is a group of 3 notes usually played simultaneously.  When all 3 notes are struck together this is called a “ block chord”.  When struck non-simultaneously the chord is said to be “ arpeggiated” … Continue reading

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What are Piano CHORDS?

Definition: A chord is 3 or more notes played together.  Sometimes the notes are not struck simultaneously.  This is what is called a “ broken chord”. Importance: All Western Civilization music, from Bach to Beethoven to Brubeck, is based on … Continue reading

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