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LESSONSeries : Key Signatures - C Major
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Primary Chords - C Major
The primary chords for any major key are the I, IV and V chords of its corresponding major scale. For C Major, the primary chords are: C, F, G, and G7.
From the primary and secondary chords of a major key, countless songs and chords progressions can be played.
Primary Chords
Every major key has three major triads, three minor triads and one lone diminished triad.
The primary chords for this key are are the three major chords, the I , IV , and V chords and the 4-part V chords. Additionally, the 4-part V chord, is also considered a primary chord in a major key. These chords form the foundation of chord progressions and harmonies in any major key.
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