Why Do I Use Dominant 7 Chords?

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[@MrSparks54]

I'm 68 years old and still learning. I have learned more from your music lessons than any other because you present it in an easy to understand way. Thanks Gracie!

[@GracieTerzian]

Thank you so much!!

[@robertakerman3570]

@@GracieTerzian Very comprehensive. Hope Ros is well. Greenie Uke should be hanging around somewhere. Wishing a Belated H V Day.

[@shipsahoy1793]

👍Glad to see you are feeling better, Gracie.. 🙏4U Blessings to your family as well..👨🏻 Btw, I like to think of the half diminished seventh as a minor 7 b5 chord. It cancelled a lot of mental confusion for me when learning this stuff all those years ago. Also, I like the terms tension and release, as resolution to or resolving back to the actual tonic isn’t always the case.

[@robertakerman3570]

@@shipsahoy1793 Easy is superb (then there's the technical folk who are sticklers).

[@shipsahoy1793]

@@robertakerman3570 they both mean the same thing; you can write it or say it either way.

[@D3NXIE]

I have been watching tutorials for over 6 years now on and off. Intervals and 7th chords have always confused me and made me stop every time I start over because no one explains them in a simple manner. I just don't know how to express it, but you are a true blessing giving away all of this experience in the the simplest way possible. You truly deserve more viewership and revenue from what you're presenting here. You're a treasure. Thank you so much Gracie!

[@GracieTerzian]

Damn this is the nicest comment ever!! Thank you so so much!! I appreciate it more than you could ever know!

[@davedemaray2870]

The 5th of the 5th leading to one is a new concept for me. Thanks kid ! I learn something excellent in every lesson.

[@GracieTerzian]

So happy to hear you found it interesting!

[@davedemaray2870]

I've been thinking ... Would you agree that the fifth of the fifth to the first could also be called a iii-V-I turnaround ?

[@m.vonhollen6673]

@@davedemaray2870​​⁠No. A iim, 2 minor chord, in a iim-V-I, is absolutely NOT the V of V (the 5 of 5, or a secondary dominant). It is not a Dominant chord, it is a minor chord that just has the same root note. If it did happen to be a Dominant chord, then it would be the V of V and a secondary Dominant. Ok?

[@davedemaray2870]

You are out of my league. I feel the V-I resolution. I was introduced to the circle of fifths through a repeating pattern of V-1 cascades. It sounded magical the way my teacher played it, that was their way of teaching it, my fingers just resolve themselves through muscle memory in whatever key I'm in. I play beyond grade X, but now going back 50 years to learn theory in order to better communicate within a group. I am pretty sure I am incomprehensible in words, but anyways, thank you. I never thought to zip around non standard chording freely chasing an idea, like over exaggerating and stacking turnarounds into semi elaborate tinklings.

[@ScottEllisInPismo]

Gracie - thank you. I am not much of a commenter, sorry about that! I have been playing guitar for 30 years, and recently moved to the baritone uke due to arthritic thumbs. I can play a lot of stuff, but it’s always been tricks and licks that I have memorized. Knowing things worked but not really understanding why they worked. There have been several instructors I have turned to in order to understand theory. You are the first I have followed that managed to get through to me. You are a natural teacher, I enjoy your style. Thank you so much!

[@tomgleason5546]

Dominant 7ths are finally making sense to me, thanks! Your videos have been so helpful, I was surprised to find I hadn't subscribed!

[@danraispis1349]

Glad to see you're feeling better...thanks again for another great lesson Gracie

[@GracieTerzian]

My pleasure! Thank you!

[@robertakerman3570]

@@GracieTerzian Dear Ms Gracie, UR always very clear on V/V. Half-heartedly, I wonder if there's a third of third. I amuse Myself by thinking "it's like growing up"(going from a minor to a Major).

[@davess237]

Very clear, concise presentation. Thanks to you, I'm slowly learning the "why" behind the stuff I play.

[@7bugner]

❤you are a legend , Madam..So simple and brilliant stuff.

[@andycordy5190]

Excellent. Thank you. I kind of got this from the previous videos but the five of five had already slipped my mind and it was great to see that working in context again.

[@GracieTerzian]

Awesome! Glad to hear it :)

[@rudolfhinke7223]

I am almost 82 years old. I have a goal learn one new thing every day. Thanks to you, Gracie, I am learning many more. 😊

[@GracieTerzian]

So happy to hear that :)

[@davidpickett]

Hey Gracie, thanks for another excellent lesson. I have learned so much👍

[@GracieTerzian]

You’re so welcome!

[@edinatl2008]

I've been struggling to see where the dominant fits in but this helped clear it up a lot. I was halfway starting to understand, but the before and after style explanation really helped, thanks.

[@robertakerman3570]

The good news is that I never have to double-check. Dom = always #5 & that means Major. I'll take all the help I can get from these little "givens".

[@GracieTerzian]

So happy to hear it!

[@briansandoval7739]

Wow...thank you for explaining the 5/5 method...Didn't know you can change the Dorian or second degree into a Dominant seventh chord...So can you apply the same rule 5/5 to the D7...??? CM-G7-DM7-D7-A7-CM...???

[@mattfromthecreek]

I love your videos. You definitely opened up a whole new understanding of music theory, just by your thorough explanations of diatonic progressions and intervals. You’re an excellent teacher, with really nice hair.

[@robertakerman3570]

Hi Matt, I can not play piano(much). A true testament to Gracie's skills are; that I CAN play along w/Her exercises. I hope We all get better as time goes by.

[@GracieTerzian]

Why thank you!!!! I’m flattered! :D

[@grobinson9352]

I absolutely love your way of teaching and breaking things down! Thank you so much

[@GracieTerzian]

Thank YOU so much!

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So great!..I had a specific question and your video popped up because i recognized your brilliance a while back and subscribed to your channel.. you answered my question with the specifics my mind craves. So frustrating to watch 5 videos looking for a tiny bit of specific info and not getting your questions answered..Pretty sure i love you lol thanks

[@wackojacko3962]

I like that tri-tone thing. So I'm looking at this like Gbminb5 of Dmaj I think...I'm really kinda new to this, stacking minor 3rds from D. ...or maybe tri-tone is the 7th and 4th of G.? So I'm thinkin just look for tri-tones all over the place and have at it. 😊

[@robertakerman3570]

I tried an experiment w/a friend. Starting with Tonic & seventh-then Tonic & descending chromatically. Getting @ and past the Tri-tone; they had no opinion on which was worst. So much for the "old Church" types.

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Oh, my, it appears the sun is on your hair. My grandfather used to grow feed corn by the same color. (just saying a educated country boy's point of view when he sees beauty)

[@GracieTerzian]

thank you very much :) :)

[@DesertRat332]

Gracie, you are the BEST when it comes to explaining music theory. Thank-you for making these videos and sharing your knowledge. Sounds like you may be fighting a cold? Hope you are better soon. 🎹

[@GracieTerzian]

Yes.. still have a cold… so many colds this time of year…. Ughhhh!

[@billymcguiremusic]

Always love watching your videos! I have a firm grasp on theory, but I love watching others teaching styles, and you do such an amazing job!

[@GracieTerzian]

Thank you very much!!

[@Nabruj7]

Gracie is a wonderful person who can truly communicate the material while her format and approach makes you want to LEARN. It is a beautiful thing when one finds a diamond. The music lesson sparkles every time you see her.

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Hi Gracie, was waiting for you! Lots of love and thank you for being so sweet!

[@GracieTerzian]

:)

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Thank you for the video. You're great. Thanx. Just subscribed this channel.

[@lordlockdown64]

Hey Gracie, thanks for your lesson. It's always great to hear your well presented videos.

[@GracieTerzian]

Many thanks!!! :)

[@jasuncionrodriguez2098]

Why is it called the "Dominant" 7th chord? ( e.g: C7 ) Because it's named after when you should use it. This chord is typically used for the dominant(V) [ V7 - Imaj7 ] = [ D7 - Gmaj7 ] ( D7 = D F# A C/ C is in our key of G ) the notes resolve NICELY, (A)2 - (G)1 and (C)4 - (B)3 The Dominant 7th isn't just a chord that fufills a dominant harmonic function. It is the MOST dominant feeling you can get. The King of Dominants!! *D7 - G also feels strong! ( and has contrary motion! )

[@jasuncionrodriguez2098]

Fantastic Work explaining HOW the Dominant 7th chord is used. It's in the name! DUH lol

[@kennethkwong1278]

Thanks indeed 😊 You ‘resolved’ my question for years!🎉

[@samsonpeace7922]

Thanks Gracie 😊😊 I learned a lot from you..regards from India🙂.

[@mikesanders902]

Very cool. Much thanks

[@adamwaygood9852]

Thank you so much ❤

[@mywashburn77]

If I will do this on bass guitar, I will play C chord to sound the dominant 7, am I right?

[@kelvinadeline1285]

Is the 5th chord in a minor progression a dominant 7, for example Gm in C minor progression a Gm7?

[@kelvinadeline1285]

Can you please do the same tuto but using the minor chord progression? Thxs

[@RAAJASHIVA]

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[@GracieTerzian]

Wow.. tamilnadu.. so cool! Thank you!

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Yes I am the great composer maestro illaiyaraaja’s special fan….

[@Dicklesberg]

Why were the other chords scared of the 7th chord? Because 7 8 9... Great video, as always.

[@GracieTerzian]

I thought it was because 7 was a registered 6 offender…

[@edgarnunez8845]

Outstanding videos, best I've seen in years

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Thanks!

[@GracieTerzian]

Thank you so much!!!

[@madDadMusic]

Will you be doing 6 and 9 chords sometime soon?

[@divyeshkhimasia7052]

Superb

[@GracieTerzian]

Thank you!

[@jurgenzoller4407]

Excellent lesson, this was something I have always wondered about. It's a confident lady that teaches with no shoes on.😁

[@GracieTerzian]

Hahaha :)

[@jasonlemon4491]

I love your lessens! IVE LEARNED SO MUCH FROM YOU! oops caps lock~!

[@GracieTerzian]

THANK YOU :)

[@ChiszaldoTapia]

❤from the Philippines

[@joshellyson]

Ms Gracie, you really are an outstanding teacher. Without a doubt your wonderful musician skills are why you are able to make this material accessible, cause you have to use it in live music situations. Thanks so much.

[@GracieTerzian]

So kind of you! Thank you so much!!

[@robertakerman3570]

@@GracieTerzian "not to mention" sings like an Angel. We've gotta say so!

[@Rick-pi9zn]

every single word you say makes sense

[@CooldubBrown]

Hey I love ur teaching

[@adhdcartoon3338]

Yep. These videos work. 🙂

[@stephen285]

why use a 7th at all on your 5 chord?

[@guitarplay2830]

Great video

[@patrickmcginty632]

At 8:04 you mention tritones having been covered within your intervals series. I think I watched each video in that series, but the first (?) mention of tritones I could find was in Part 6, the songs to help remember ascending intervals. That video wasn’t really intended to explain the types of intervals, but rather to learn to recognize them by ear. You did give an example of an augmented 4th in one of the earlier vids (Part 2 or 3), but I couldn’t find mention of tritones per se. But I might well have just missed it somewhere. Anyway, thank you so much for being my (awesome) music professor!

[@gmansshadow]

Hi, I always enjoy your topics and especially your presentation. Many of the YT theory that I mine leaves me like a deer in the headlights, you make it easy and my 67 yo brain comprehends 95% of it. What I would like to see you parse is MODES! Love'n the idea of the inner working of modes. If it happens to be a Patreon course c'est la vie, that would be cool. Thanks for your sharing of all these goodies and hopefully modes are added! Peace and Love G

[@RonMaxfield]

Great job Gracie, I am so glad I found your KZbin channel. You are my music college professor. I play rhythm guitar in my church and I have learned a lot from watching your videos. Thank you so much. 🙋 🤗. I've sent a link to your KZbin channel to our piano player also.

[@toabove2]

Hey.

[@franciscomagalhaes7457]

Thanks for all your hard work. I'm still at the point where I need to practice scales, but I'm trying to get as much theory in as I can from early on. By the way, if you have any ideas for making scale practice more fun and musical, I'm all ears =D

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[@pmmsmn]

Hello Gracie. I am learning piano and your lessons are of great value for me. You explain things very clearly. Thank you soooo much.

[@alanlewis1625]

Another terrific video, wonderful clarity. Thank you Gracie 😊😊

[@kane6529]

Not a piano player (a bassist that’s dabbled in piano) but love learning about theory from you 🤩 I always understand your lessons which I cannot same the same for others teachers

[@susanrudge5817]

Thank you - clear and concise as usual - very useful.

[@GracieTerzian]

Thank you!

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[@GracieTerzian]

Thank you!

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[@peterbotsford8878]

Thanks again Gracie, hope you're feeling better.

[@GracieTerzian]

Thank you! Slowly… not fully there but I’m getting better…. Hopefully soon. My immune system sucks!

[@peterbotsford8878]

@@GracieTerzian wow u must stay up late! Must be like 1am in the apple...

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You rock!

[@GracieTerzian]

Thank you! So do you!

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