The Most Important Chord Progression - Music Theory Crash Course

The video tutorial explores the concept of chord progressions, focusing on their use in various music genres. It explains scale degrees, diatonic chords, and their functions, using a galactic analogy to illustrate the relationships between chords. The tutorial also delves into the popular 5-1 progression and its extensions, encouraging viewers to experiment with music theory rules to create unique compositions.

What is the significance of stable scale degrees in a major scale?

• They create dissonance in music.

• They form the basis of the tonic triad.

• They are used to transition between chords.

• They are not used in chord progressions.

Which function do tonic chords serve in music?

• They create tension.

• They act as transition chords.

• They serve as destinations.

• They are rarely used.

In the galactic metaphor, which chord is considered the core?

• Dominant chord

• Subdominant chord

• Tonic triad

• Minor 6 chord

What is the role of dominant chords in a progression?

• They are stable.

• They create tension.

• They resolve tension.

• They are rarely used.

How can the 5-1 chord progression be expanded?

• By adding a 3 chord before the 5 chord.

• By using only tonic chords.

• By starting on a different key.

• By adding a 2 chord before the 5 chord.

What is a common characteristic of the 2-5-1 progression?

• It only uses minor chords.

• It uses chords with roots a fifth apart.

• It is rarely used in jazz.

• It does not resolve tension.

What is encouraged when experimenting with music theory?

• Only using classical music styles.

• Breaking rules to create unique sounds.

• Avoiding popular progressions.

• Strictly following all rules.