Tritone Substitution vs Augmented 6 Chords - Q&A #3

The video explores the differences between tritone substitution and augmented 6th chords, highlighting their distinct functions in jazz and classical music. The augmented 6th chord is primarily used in classical music as a predominant function, while the tritone substitution is common in jazz, serving a dominant function. The video also discusses various theories and provides examples from classical music to illustrate these concepts.

What is the main point of contention between jazz and classical musicians regarding tritone substitution and augmented 6th chords?

• They are considered the same by all musicians.

• They have different functions and should be labeled differently.

• They are both used exclusively in jazz music.

• They are both used exclusively in classical music.

Which scale degrees make up the Italian version of the augmented 6th chord?

• 1, 5, 7

• 2, 4, 6

• 1, sharp 4, flat 6

• 1, 3, 5

In classical music, what function does the augmented 6th chord typically serve?

• Predominant function

• Subdominant function

• Dominant function

• Tonic function

What is the primary function of a tritone substitution in jazz music?

• Tonic function

• Predominant function

• Dominant function

• Subdominant function

How does a tritone substitution differ from a traditional dominant 7 chord?

• It is used only in classical music.

• It uses a minor 7th instead of a major 7th.

• It replaces the dominant 7 chord with one a tritone away.

• It resolves to a different tonic.

Why is it important to label tritone substitution and augmented 6th chords differently?

• They are played on different instruments.

• They have different harmonic functions.

• They are used in different musical genres.

• They are composed of different notes.

In the example from Schubert, how is the French augmented 6th chord resolved?

• To the mediant

• To the supertonic

• To the subdominant

• Directly to the tonic