All About Chords by Prof. Elvo D'Amante

All About Chords is a comprehensive book that helps you to quickly understand chordal structures and the in-depth essentials of chord progressions and how they work. Clearly explains why a chord is named, for example, Cm7(b5), and what notes comprise it. Also solves the mystery of the chord "number system" and explains how to identify chord progressions with numbers, e.g. "I-vi-ii-V" or "one-six-two-five." Whether you're a young, promising musician, or an amateur or professional musician working in the field, this practical guide for understanding chords will help insure musical literacy and the pursuit of musical excellence.

• Develops understanding of triads, 7th chords and extensions (9ths,11ths, and 13s)

• Provides chord sets for ear-training drills and exercises


• Contains creative study questions to strengthen and develop understanding


• Includes studies in musical analysis through theory and keyboard drills


• Presents valuable insights on chordal progressions.

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