Q. For example, in order to spell any kind of B chord, it seems that you must use the note names B, D, and F. B-D-F is a diminished chord. Spelling Bb-D-F# is a Bb augmented chord, even though it goes against conventional theory to combine sharps and flats. B-D#-Fx is a B augmented chord. When you throw double sharps into the picture, it creates a problematic headache. Even going beyond that, we come to a B# augmented chord, which consists of B#-Dx-F#x. It's like the author/instructor is determined to keep the F note in the chord, even if it requires the use of a triple sharp such as F#x. But why? Where is it written that you must use B-D-F for any kind of B chord? You can visit the site below to see the questionable B# augmented chord.
http://piano.about.com/od/chordskeys/ss/aug02_triads_treble_7.htm
A. any chord consists of 1, 3, and 5
and their variations.
You can raise or diminish the 3 ( or the 5) but we don't change the name.
Why does this bother you?
How do you know what piano chords go together?
Q. I wanna write a song on piano, but I haven't really learned chords and stuff. I know a few chords but they don't sound like they go together to write a song. Could you guys give me some tips on writing songs?
A. I'm been composing for a LONG time so I can tell you where you need to start. I know exactly what your problem is and how to fix it. You need to practice remembering what chords are compatible to one another.
For example a D G (Bflat) chord is compatible with a G (Bflat) D chord.
Did you see how they contain the same notes but are arranged differently?
Look at a d minor scale:
D E F G A (Bflat) (Csharp) D
Any of those keys are acceptable for a d minor song. So if you used chords that are combinations of any of those keys, you can be 90% sure to be fail safe. That's a good place to start.
Now look at an a minor scale:
A B C D E F (Aflat) A
Play the following chords:
(A C E)
((Aflat) C E)
(F (A flat) C)
(E A C)
Those are all in the scale and you just created a tune to an a minor song
Recognizing what doesn't sound right is the beginning of learning what DOES sound right.
Experiment a little and find out what works what doesn't
Hope this helps
What are the notes in the piano chord Esus?
Q. If you were to play Esus on piano, what notes are in the right hand? The one note in the base?
A. E|b|E|A|B|E
these in succession from lower to higher left to right.
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Title : Why do chords have to use the same note names no matter what?
Description : Q. For example, in order to spell any kind of B chord, it seems that you must use the note names B, D, and F. B-D-F is a diminished chord....