How To Build Seventh Chords

The video tutorial teaches how to harmonize a melody using 7th chords. It begins with identifying chord and non-chord notes in a melody, then explains how to fill in chords below the melody line. The tutorial provides strategies for dealing with non-chord notes to reduce dissonance and improve harmony. Finally, it discusses consolidating harmony notes for a smoother sound and encourages experimentation with different rhythms and notes.

What is the first step in harmonizing a melody using 7th chords?

• Identifying the key signature

• Marking chord and non-chord notes

• Choosing a tempo

• Writing the lyrics

When filling in chords below the melody, what should you do with non-chord notes?

• Always include them in the chord

• Leave out the next closest chord tone below

• Transpose them up an octave

• Ignore them completely

How can you reduce the harshness of close chord tones?

• Transpose them to a different key

• Add more notes to the chord

• Knock one note down an octave

• Play them louder

What is one way to refine the harmony in your accompaniment?

• Use only staccato notes

• Consolidate repeated harmony notes

• Increase the tempo

• Add more non-chord notes

What is encouraged when experimenting with accompaniment?

• Sticking to one rhythm

• Using only the given chords

• Trying different rhythms and notes

• Avoiding any changes