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Chords & Voicings

Step into the world of jazz chords, where we focus on understanding their structure and how to use them in jazz music. In this section are clear, easy-to-follow articles that help you learn about chords and how to apply them in your playing.

  • September 29, 2020

    3-note jazz voicings are the simplest way to play 7th chords. They are great for beginners, but don't underestimate them -- the professionals use them all the time too.

    Josh Walsh
  • August 09, 2020

    A sharp-11 chord can be little intimidating of a concept, especially if you are new to playing jazz, but it's actually one of the most common ways to color major and dominant chords. In this article, we’ll explore various ways to use this chord in your playing.

    Josh Walsh
  • April 17, 2020

    Sus-chords were first used in classical music to delay the resolution of a cadence. Jazz musicians use sus-voicings in many different scenarios.

    Josh Walsh
  • March 28, 2020

    Dominant 7th chords are the most exciting and colorful chords in jazz. The fundamental voicings are used in all jazz standards, and altered extensions provide endless varieties to get creative.

    Josh Walsh
  • March 28, 2020

    Major chords can be voiced using a number of techniques, including shells, rootless voicings, 6/9 voicings, extended voicings with the sharp-11th, fourth voicings, and more.

    Josh Walsh
  • March 28, 2020

    Minor chords can be voiced using a number of techniques, including shells, rootless voicings, extended voicings with the 11th, fourth voicings, and more.

    Josh Walsh

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