Practice Practical Application: Identifying Chord Qualities, Layering Simple Textures - 1.3.4 | Unit 1: The Building Blocks of Sound - Elements of Music | IB Grade 9 Music
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1.3.4 - Practical Application: Identifying Chord Qualities, Layering Simple Textures

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Practice Questions

Test your understanding with targeted questions related to the topic.

Question 1

Easy

What is a major triad?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about its sound and the specific intervals.

Question 2

Easy

How would a minor triad sound compared to a major triad?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider the emotional quality of each chord.

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Interactive Quizzes

Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.

Question 1

What defines a major triad?

  • Has a minor third
  • Has a major third
  • Has no third

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about how it sounds and what intervals make it stable.

Question 2

True or False: A minor triad always sounds happy.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider the emotional quality associated with major vs. minor.

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Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

Compose a short piece of music using at least two major and two minor triads. Describe the emotional journey it conveys.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about how moving from a minor to a major chord can represent a change in mood.

Question 2

Analyze a piece of music you enjoy, identifying all chord qualities used throughout. Discuss how these contribute to the overall feel of the piece.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Listen for transitions and contrast to determine how dynamics play a role in texture.

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