How to use Neapolitan Chords in Major Keys - Music Composition

The video tutorial explains Neapolitan chords, a type of chromatic chord used to add color to music. It covers their structure, typically built on the flattened second degree of a scale, and their common use in first inversion. The tutorial discusses how to resolve Neapolitan chords, often to a dominant chord, and explores various approach chords. It highlights the importance of avoiding consecutive intervals and provides examples of smooth chord progressions using Neapolitan chords.

What is a Neapolitan chord and how is it constructed?

Explain the significance of diatonic chords in relation to Neapolitan chords.

What is the role of accidentals in the context of Neapolitan chords?

How does the Neapolitan chord function within the key of C major?

What are the characteristics of a Neapolitan chord in first inversion?

Describe the common resolutions that can follow a Neapolitan chord.

How can one approach a Neapolitan chord using other chords?

What are some common embellishments that can be added to Neapolitan chords?

What are the potential issues to be aware of when resolving a Neapolitan chord?

Discuss the importance of voice leading when using Neapolitan chords.