![]() ![]() Dominant chords (plain 7th chords that often function as the V in a ii V I chord progression) sound great with many different extensions.Also note that a plain 9 chord indicates a dominant 7th with a 9th added. Thus, a 13 chord is a dominant 7th with a sixth added above the 7th (see below). When a 6th is added to a dominant chord, it’s always added above the 7th, creating a “13th” interval. The 7th is almost always included in any chord, regardless of what extension is being added. Major 7ths, minor 7ths, and dominant 7ths often come with added 6ths and/or 9ths.In fact, 7th chords are rarely played plainly, but with one or more of these added notes. ![]() To experiment, here are some possible voicings to try out with both major and minor ii-V-I chord progressions.Ĭhordal extensions are harmonies added to 7th chords that add texture, color, and a characteristic jazz sound. There are many unique sounding jazz voicings to experiment with. Often with smooth voice leading, 7ths in one chord resolve to the 3rd of the next chord. To play these jazz chord progressions on the piano smoother, move the least distance to the next chord. The root position chords above are great to familiarize yourself with the notes but don’t smoothly connect the harmonies. Luckily, dominant 7ths and fully diminished 7ths only are notated one way (G7 and G° respectively).Īnother aspect of understanding jazz piano basics involves knowing your voicings.
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