How to use Augmented 6th Chord in Major Keys - Music Composition

The video tutorial explains how to use augmented 6th chords in major keys, focusing on their construction, function, and resolution. It covers the Italian, French, and German forms of these chords and provides examples of how to approach and resolve them using different chords. The tutorial emphasizes the chromatic nature of augmented 6th chords and their role in adding color and drama to music.

What is the lowered 6th in the key of C major?

• G#

• B♭

• A♭

• A

Which note is added to an Italian 6th chord to form a French 6th chord?

• D

• E

• F

• E♭

What is the primary purpose of using chromatic chords like the augmented 6th?

• To simplify the melody

• To maintain diatonic harmony

• To add color and drama

• To increase tempo

Which chord is commonly used to resolve an augmented 6th chord?

• Chord 6

• Chord 2

• Chord 1

• Chord 5

What is a potential benefit of using chord 1 as an approach to an augmented 6th chord?

• It allows for common notes

• It creates a tritone

• It avoids chromaticism

• It simplifies the progression

Why might chord 3 be considered a less favorable approach to an augmented 6th chord?

• It is too predictable

• It is not diatonic

• It creates awkward leaps

• It is too common

What is a potential issue when using chord 6 as an approach to an augmented 6th chord?

• Too many leaps

• False relations

• Lack of common notes

• Excessive chromaticism

How can a diminished chord like chord 7 be made to sound better?

• Use it in root position

• Double the root

• Avoid it completely

• Put it in first inversion

What is a characteristic of using chord 5 as both an approach and resolution for an augmented 6th chord?

• It is rarely used

• It is unpredictable

• It avoids chromaticism

• It creates symmetry

Which approach chord might lead to false relations when moving to an augmented 6th chord?

• Chord 1

• Chord 3

• Chord 5

• Chord 6