No matter what instrument you play chords are an important part of your music. Chord
Progressions: Theory and Practice breaks down how theyre important and gives you all the
information you need to create chords and use them in your own music. Start off by learning how
to build simple major chords and eventually move on to more complex chords such as ninth
eleventh thirteenth and altered chords. Also learn to compose your own progressions using
techniques such as passing chords neighbor chords pedal tones and voice leading. Finally
learn how chord progressions are used in various styles of music---from early jazz to the music
of today. This book is ideal for pianists but it can be used successfully by any musician
familiar with the grand staff. After completing this book you will have gained a clear
understanding of chords and progressions in a variety of musical styles.
