Neapolitan Chord - Musical Definitions In About 15 Seconds

The video tutorial discusses the Neapolitan chord, a major chord popularized in 18th century Naples. It is built on a lowered second scale degree and is often seen in first inversion, serving a pre-cadential function in music theory. The tutorial humorously notes that the chord has no relation to Neapolitan ice cream, despite its name.

In which century did the Neapolitan chord become popular?

• 19th century

• 17th century

• 20th century

• 18th century

What is the Neapolitan chord built on?

• A major third

• A diminished fifth

• A lowered second scale degree

• A raised second scale degree

What is the typical function of the Neapolitan chord in music?

• Cadential function

• Pre-cadential function

• Dominant function

• Subdominant function

How is the Neapolitan chord usually seen?

• In third inversion

• In first inversion

• In second inversion

• In root position

What humorous suggestion is made about the Neapolitan chord?

• It should be played with a piano

• It should be taught with ice cream

• It should be used in every song

• It should be avoided in compositions