OK, Let�s start here:
Use Roman numbers for the step of the scales so that when we refer to Roman # I we will be referring to the first step of a scale. Use the same method for all scales.
EX. Key of C Major
C=I D=II E=III F=IV G=V A=VI B=VII
Key of F major
F=I G=II A=III B=IV C=V D=VI E=VII
I can now state that the most used progression is
V to I G to C in the key of C. C to F in the key of F.
Look through your lead sheets for V to I progressions. The V7 chord is normally used instead of a V chord. In the key of C Major it would be G7 to C instead of G to C. The seventh gives a strong feeling of movement.
Like I said in my post, just one thought, and then slowly build on it. This will give people a chance to absorb and research.
John C.
Bruno the F example needs the B changed to a Bb. The B natural is actually the flatted 5th or if you wish the raised 4th of the F scale. But I'm sure that you know this. However, there might be even just one person here that does not know this and we don't want to confuse them.
I think after all of the post on this subject the topic is going to remain "how does your keyboard sound", "how many different sounds does it have," my keyboard has 50 billion styles." Don't hold your breath waiting to hear this type question "am I playing the right chord or is there a better chord substitution at the 6th bar in the bridge?
Like Scott said "Everyone seems to be content with the status quo." I can live with that. To each his own. Please just post songs that you know the correct chords to and quit messing other people up on this forum who may be trying to learn something. OK? Thank you and have a nice day everyone?
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