Learn *EVERY* Piano Chord - The Ultimate Guide For Beginners

[@MontanaJim]

Great Video! The formulas Summary C Major = Base Note + 4 + 3 Cm Minor = Base Note + 3 + 4 Cdim Diminished = Base Note + 3 + 3 Csus2 Sus2 = Base Note + 2 + 5 Csus4 Sus4 = Base Note + 5 + 2 C7 Dominant Seventh = Base Note + 4 + 3 + 3 C7maj Major Seventh = Base Note + 4 + 3 + 4 C7min Minor Seventh = Base Note + 3 + 4 + 3

[@shakirade1794]

Thabks for summing this uo for us

[@meherteli450]

Thank's for summary what does 3+4 mean and like 5+2 2+5 etc mean?

[@BlueJaden]

I love you, I love you, I love you

[@CoachPD]

Wild Mountain Thyme 😃 72 Year old beginner😃

[@MKA63]

I have played keyboards in bands since 1983 and still do. I still do not (bother to) read music. I did have a teacher in the early years who taught me the importance of knowing chords and how they are constructed. A very old book - "Chord Construction Magic" by Bill Irwin - actually written for organists but still applies, had been my bible for years until I just know naturally about the sound I want, the direction I want the music to have (direction also means emotion to me). Players - please learn those chords. Feel the emotion from your music. Kaitlyn's video is a great place to start.

[@wfqsfg]

I can't believe it. My mother gave me one piano lesson when I was maybe 5 years old. It stuck with me my whole life. It was the 4-3 pattern. I started teaching myself piano years ago to fill in at church when we lost the keyboard player and I used that method to find the chords. Someone else stepped up to play piano that was experienced and I stopped practicing and just went back to guitar. I never had the chance to play on Sunday. Its been 60 years and this is the 2nd time in my life I heard someone explain it.

[@stoneburner4070]

lord, that might be the most valuable lesson I have ever watched. seriously. i can literally play the rest of my life off this one lesson.

[@delphini7175]

A chord is multiple notes being played at a time Major: 4+3 half steps Minor: 3+4 half steps Diminished: 3+3 half steps Suspended 2: 2+5 half steps Suspended 4: 5+2 half steps Dominant Seventh Chord: 4+3+3 half steps Major Seventh Chord: 4+3+4 Minor Seventh Chord: 3+4+3 C Major: C, C Minor: Cm Dominant Seventh: C7 Major Seventh: Cmaj7 Minor Seventh:Cm7

[@cindytubbs3461]

Thank you. I have been struggling on playing chords. I'm still learning. My song is gratitude by Brandon Lake. Thank you again

[@BrianJuntunen]

unless it's a broken chord

[@ws90ninety]

PRINT.

[@ws90ninety]

@@BrianJuntunen Get the Gorilla glue, mf.

[@sabrinakingsoundworks9897]

I'm about a year in, self-taught adult. (Lol), but this video, using math, was excellent. I've been driving myself crazy trying to understand the "mathematical logic"... I'm a retired math teacher, this video helped tremendously! Holy crap, you covered just about every way to make chords in ONE VIDEO. I wish I'd seen this about a year ago when I started playing. I even saved the video. Looking forward to more of your content! Great job! ❤😊😊

[@TheRayjay5559]

I’m the type of person who is not easily impressed, but have have to say Kaitlyn, your teaching methods are outstanding the best there is, and Trust me I’ve watched a lot. You make everything easy to understand and delivered in a pace that’s easily followed. Incredible !!!!!!!! Ray from the UK.

[@blancahunt7736]

Wooow Wooow after a year watching piano teachers players you are the one finally I understand and the concept of music notes… Thanks a lot … from now and on I will following you.. Teacher..

[@blancahunt7736]

I am learning playing fur Elise

[@musicandairplanes6330]

Great balls of Fire Jerry Lee Lewis

[@jacque0rtiz707]

After struggling to perceive the intended meanings of chords and their structure, your description of chords was so clear and concise. I now understand them. Thankyou Kaitlyn.

[@juliusjames4796]

All the Things You Are, Misty, and Moonlight In Vermont. I am a classically trained piano teacher and always want my students to learn several different ways of shaping music so they can play their favorites in addition to Bach, Mozart, and Chopin. So, though I teach, I am the student in your lessons. And though I have played piano for 68 years, I will pretend to be a novice to learn what you have to offer. Thank you.

[@ellentau427]

What a terrific and simple way of learning chords thank you!

[@andydejong]

I am a guitar player. I am really enjoying your videos, especially this one (Learn *EVERY* Piano Chord). Some of the things I was a bit fuzzy on with guitar, like diminished chords, are more clear after seeing you teach them on the piano.

[@pianoly]

I’m so glad it’s helpful for you!!

[@wayneeck9805]

You are the best, with an incredible talent for teaching. I have to be your oldest online student at 76. I have played a little, about all my life by ear but with your talent to teach, I will be able to expand my ability to entertain myself, in my enjoyment and love for piano music.

[@diyproductions2036]

Wow, thank you for this lesson. I’ve never seen Major & Minor chords explained this way (4 + 3 & 3 + 4). I think it will be very helpful for me, I usually play by ear until I feel the sound is right for what I want to record. I’ll get back to the lesson now, just wanted to write that down before I forget what I wanted to say. Thanks agin.. 👍

[@lmoncal]

Kaitlyn, your teaching method is outstanding. I learned in this lesson a lot more than I have learned in weeks. Thank you!

[@percyhumphries5602]

the first song I would like to play is "seasons in the sun" when I can for the first time in all the years of trying I am excited about doing my piano lessons, I feel that as I learn with you I may be able to, as you say, play a real song, not just " mary had a little lamb" after ages of practice but my choice of song as we go along, Thank you

[@CarlIdzinski]

Excellent. TY. Whiter Shade of Pale.

[@joelrdizon]

You have such a pleasant countenance about you, Kaitlyn, and it makes learning from you such a wonderful experience! Thank God for creating YOU!

[@arthouston7361]

Just so you get what the “sus” is in a sus 2 or sus 4…..you are “suspending” or not playing the 3rd in a 1-3-5 major chord, and you replace it with the 2nd or the 4th. So it’s really an incomplete name for those chord shapes, but it really means “suspend the third and play the second” or “suspend the third and play the fourth.” It’s a nice “tension” chord that wants to resolve back to the 1-3-5 shape.

[@WideCuriosity]

Thanks for that. All my life and no one has explained the structure of different chords to me like that. It seems such a basic thing to explain, regardless whether it helps with playing existing sheet music or not. (Now I just have to make the opportunity to take up learning to play again. That bit ain't going too well.)

[@csly6411]

As a beginner, I've struggled with the concept of types of chords. But this made sense! Linking the moods they evoke and the simplicity of numbering. Thanks very much!

[@marcellef8302]

Thank you for this simplified lesson in chords, and thank you for sharing your wonderful talent. I can't wait to try playing "Imagine" 🎼🎹

[@fotoalive]

You are such a Great teacher! You make it much more easy to understand!Thank you so much for sharing your talents.Blessings to you 🙏

[@binglim1]

I have been learning piano for a year and a half now. I have to agree with you on the path as an adult learner.

[@LamNguyenJULY4]

One of the greatest instructional videos I 've ever encountered. Thank you very much. I was happily impressed, thus I subscribed.

[@abhijitkarmakar2254]

Your formula is very helpful. For that reason I am eager to learn the finger numbers (as per your formula) for playing chords.

[@donaldmcmillan5529]

Wow, you made it so simple. I learned how to build major and minor chords from a keyboard player in a band when I was 16 but never knew how to build beyond that. (I'm a guitar player.) I'm 68 and finally found a great way on how to build chords that went beyond what I knew. Thank you for the lesson!

[@ernestj.b.danquah873]

I'm happy to learn chords written using the alphabets. They used to be confusing to me. What I'm familiar with is writing chords using Roman Numerals. I, ii, iii, IV, V and so on.

[@pauldwright777]

I am learning Music Theory and I'm quite a beginner. My favourite song, once I can play would definitely be 'Moonlight Sonata'. It is absolutely my favourite song to date. Thank you.

[@mysticstarxxx8185]

Awesome instruction Kaitlyn! You make it not only fun to learn but explain why it's so important and you relate it to modern day music that everyone is familiar with. Your vids are great and appreciated a lot! Peace out girl!

[@didianandakrpa]

I have watched so many piano tutorials over the years but your style is the best there is. Truly the best of all!

[@kevinradecki4411]

Thanks for the fantastic summary! This is so great

[@floresmindaramirez6791]

I was confused with these things before so thanks a lot for sharing this video which is easy to understand. I learned a lot🤝🥰

[@teedtad2534]

Great when she names EACH keynote or chords by LETTERS 🔤🔠 when playing! This really helps while keynote lights up! Enjoyed very much when learning!!

[@Tiki71]

I want to play big band/old New Orleans style Jazz. I love listening to Count Basie. I've had my keyboard for almost a week and that seems like a long way off. Another song is Up The Lazy River by the Mills Brothers. I downloaded the chords from Ultimate Guitar, but I'm not sure how to go about playing it with the chords (All at once or one key at a time). I've been using your practice vids and I'm shocked at how much I've picked up in less than a week. Thank you for the content.

[@tlcmich1950]

The new Beatle song "Now and Then" inspired me to come here. Thank you for the awesome formulas. The sus chords are my favorite and how they are used is... wow!

[@maxcarter3413]

Best chord tutorial on KZbin and I have watched many, many. Thank you!

[@RonaldMahadeo]

Thank You for your honesto teachings God bless You amén

[@_KUNAL_-_]

Thank you so much for this very helpful video❤ I am a student, so i don't have much time to learn piano consistently. But i play it when i get time and your videos helps me a lot. Thank you very much 🙂

[@pianoly]

Thanks for watching and I’m glad it’s so helpful! 🎹

[@_KUNAL_-_]

@@pianoly May you please suggest me any book for beginners??

[@tomcatucci]

Playing basic guitar and singing forever, never being a true musician and always wanting to learn (basic) piano, I believe YOU ARE FANTASTIC at teaching the stubborn / lazy learner. I have never seen instruction laid out so plain and simple. You've managed to cut out all excess and serve just the main course. THANK YOU!!! Forever greatful. WOW!

[@robertmayhew98]

Thank you very much Kaitlyn 🤗

[@charlesmarshall2614]

This stuff blows me away. Such complexity from 12 little notes. Thank you for this video, I’ve never had anyone explain these mysterious chords in terms of their formulas. You rock!

[@susannefritzlar8091]

I've never seen and participate bester lessions live these. Thank you sooooo much❤

[@coplock6689]

You are an amazing teacher. So easy to follow and understand. I wish you were my teacher.

[@cannibalbob5654]

Wow! What a great video! Helped me a lot! Thank you!

[@user-pm1zp5xc7h]

Great tips.Thanks Maam🥰

[@sunnykurien2577]

Thank you so much for this beautiful piece of piano class. How sincerely have you enlightened details for beginners to learn fast, safe and sound and perfect - that I haven't seen all my life. Thank you once again.

[@anthanymekwan]

Wow..wow..wow... Amazing explain... I m playing piano in church from last so many years and some chords I can't found but your numbers tricks it was amazing... Love this... Thank you so much...

[@leohall1337]

Best piano lesson I've seen and heard. Playing since 5….and a heck a better teacher! Thanks

[@derekfromtauranga6012]

❤ Love your lessons Kaitlyn and as guitar player and home recording enthusiast I have recently bought a midi keyboard to go with my DAW. Using piano chords gives you a nice basis to build an instrumental song by adding layers of guitars, bass and drums. I’m really excited to particularly learn the majors, minors, 7ths and sus chords which cover most of what’s needed for a good rock, pop instrumental. The thing I love about midi is you can play the chords at a manageable BPM then speed them up to whatever sounds good without any change in pitch.

[@jennifernewmanart]

Thankyou sooooo much , this instantly clicked in my mind ! I’m so so exited to put the chords into practice now

[@dallasdemuss6174]

Thank you thank you thank you .... I play guitar bass and learning piano/keyboards all by ear. I have learned major minor diminished and 7ths the hard way but still struggled to find them in the 7 Major notes if asked😎🤧 I can see that by this formula I can find all the chords with ease thanks to you. Of course I will make it my mission to learn this formula. I would be a well accomplished musician had I come across this some 50 plus years ago😂🤣that's 50 + 10 + 7 ( my age 😂🤣) Thanks again very much appreciated xx❤

[@julieswank5952]

Thank you, Kaitlyn, I have a better understanding of sus chords. I will play this over again!

[@user-nf6ou6pu5v]

Thanks you so much sister, for your best way of teaching.from India.

[@sosomelodies659]

By far you are the best piano teacher. I learned so much in just three of your videos. I can't wait to learn how to play the intro to "Sister Christian" by Night Ranger.

[@wfqsfg]

I have seen Maj 7 chords written as CM7 with a cap M. Not too often though. Major 7 chords are not used as often as Minor 7 chords in Christian music. I many times use Minor and Minor 7 interchangeably.

[@chafikcherifzahar9661]

You are the best teacher, music seems so simple with your words. Thank you very much

[@fowono2007]

Explaining chords with half-steps is a brilliant idea. Many pretty decent explanations use steps instead. But your presentation just made me realize that it's a bit easier to understand with half-steps.

[@ValeLeoni]

Thanks! Finally my Dream comes true 🎶❤🎶❤️🎶

[@pianoly]

Wow, thank you so much!

[@martinbecklen6486]

Interesting approach to learning music. I'd like to learn 'Killing Me Softly..." (Roberta Flack)

[@DisruptedSinner]

These chord patterns are frickin' genius!! I love it. It opens up a whole new world.

[@habit_of_studying]

This video is gold! Short & easy but covers such a huge amount of information!

[@yokeloonw]

Very good lesson. More beginner friendly to learn chords by intervals.

[@Dollsplace]

48 years old and teaching myself how to play. This was soooo helpful! You have a new sub! Fantastic way to learn chords. Thank you so much. I have been learning how to play golden hour by JVKE. It captures my love for my hubby even tho he is talking about a girl.

[@raymondgeorge6152]

Amazing grace

[@Bebe-vf6ss]

Thanks Kaitlyn, I knew there had to be an easier way to find the chord than jumping up and going and googling for it!

[@housechurch5583]

I am 71 and I am already playing simple cords in just weeks. Love it¡!!!!¡!!!

[@pianoly]

That's great!

[@bongnunag6333]

Love watching your video.enjoy and be safe...

[@CH-hm8ud]

This has been the most extraordinary piano class I ever had taken! Very impress!

[@slvalive]

awesome video....easy to understand....thank you...

[@ratilalmakanji2372]

Am trying to play Scarborough fair/canticle This lesson has been very helpful Thks

[@ipainthouses3084]

Wow , i been watching plenty of videos and you explained something to me in the first 4 minutes i despiratly wanted know. How i find major and minors . I had it al wrong.. much thanks from the netherlands

[@LufunoSikhitha-jz6is]

Good lesson Hallelujah hossana will be my first song

[@geralynpalacol9295]

Thank you Kaitlyn! EXCELLENT TUTORIAL!!!🎉🎉🎉. Learned ALOT! I loooooove those FORMULAS🥰. ✅Also Enjoyed Last Nite’s WEBINAR!!!! That was EXCELLENT too!!!!!🥰🥰🥰. KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK!

[@danpangil]

Very helpful information about it.for a new starter like me,❤thank you

[@gaurabrb7087]

I'm from the country of Mt Everest, Nepal! I'm learning unexpected skills and Knowledges from you! You are really greatful and thankful for me sis. Your speaking style is so good and attractive! Thank u👌🥰

[@christinebesana7433]

Thanks for this video, Kaitlyn. Hope you can share also when to use sus 2 and sus 4.

[@dianepowers9582]

Thank you! You make everything you teach so easy to understand!!

[@davewhitesax]

How about 'Star Eyes'? I bet that has some interesting chords in there!

[@allanmercado8656]

One thing i like this channel is easy to follow the tutorial,its very simple keys a begginer needs

[@LuisDelgado2016]

❤❤❤Execellent teaching, this was great, thanks for video❤🙏

[@ReddBlues]

Fee Fallin sounds cool on the piano. I used to play it on guitar.

[@andysutton6436]

Hi Kaitlyn, Yet another great lesson. I shall be coming back to this and more very soon. You are a Gem. Andy

[@eusebiabernat4177]

I am 67 I am a beginner i love to play a piano. I learn more on your vedio

[@Contraster671]

Your lessons are great I want to learn I will always love you please

[@stephensmith8932]

Started playing classical piano at the age of 8 but 20 years I rebelled and went guitar, bass, drumming, singing, all on my own band and toured the country at majore bike rallies and also did sound engineering. I am next month 60 and finalley turned back to Christ and going back to my piano but at present still playing bass and singing in my church band.

[@dewidavies7995]

I am new 57year back to basics 😊

[@amishgirl1000]

This is so easy. I’ve been struggling for so long. Thankyou. Now I can do it

[@denisesterhan3818]

Soooo glad I discovered your channel . THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU!

[@nasheruzibe8883]

Thank you so so much for your videos kaitlyn they help me so much may God continue to bless you 😊.....

[@tersiahorgang]

Christina Perri - A Thousand years 💓

[@florianwiedenfeld2189]

Wow, this was soooo helpful. I was afraid to learn every single chord, but now I can find them easily!

[@vananhle2440]

Thanks so much for your amazing lesson. Great method and easy to remember! ❤

[@philatkinson3955]

Been playing a while...now it makes sense

[@pianoly]

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[@robertakerman3570]

Perfect Xplanation. I would have done it differently(just how My brain works). TYSM

[@jamiestark80]

Thanks so much for the video! I kept hearing about sus chords and now I actually understand. Just got my keyboard yesterday and learning from scratch!

[@pianoly]

So glad it helped!! Thanks for watching!

[@jirifryda9868]

Such an easy, yet so many giving tutorial! Thanks! It helped me a lot! :)

[@charlesarmstrong5292]

What a very clever method of teaching the chords. Thanks ever so much.

[@KeissyWillowMapple]

Hi. Apart from be a princess are also a good teacher. Into a few words you make a little musical world! ...😮

[@vincelucas5722]

This video was terrific. Great way to lay out the various types of chords. I've been playing a while, but I got away from music theory and composition.