Chords Lesson
Common Triad Shapes
Let's take a look at some common triad shapes. The first grouping will use G as the root note.
Major Triads are constructed with the 1st, 3rd, and 5th notes of the major scale
This next grouping of common triad shapes will use E as the root note. These shapes will be in "first inversion" which means that the third of the chord will be in the bass position.
Major Triads are constructed with the 1st, 3rd, and 5th notes of the major scale
This next grouping of common triad shapes will use A as the root note. These shapes will be in "second inversion" which means that the fifth of the chord will be in the bass position.
Major Triads are constructed with the 1st, 3rd, and 5th notes of the major scale