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    Developing knowledge of chords and scales is essential for understanding jazz theory and guitar, as chords and scales form the foundation of musical structure. Chords are derived from the different notes in a scale, so the C scale generates specific chords from each note - C, D, E, F, G, A, B - that are named and expressed using Roman numerals. Learning chord foundations and terminology provides the roots for excelling at jazz through extending conventional music theory.

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    Developing knowledge of chords and scales is essential for understanding jazz theory and guitar, as chords and scales form the foundation of musical structure. Chords are derived from the different notes in a scale, so the C scale generates specific chords from each note - C, D, E, F, G, A, B - that are named and expressed using Roman numerals. Learning chord foundations and terminology provides the roots for excelling at jazz through extending conventional music theory.

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    Developing knowledge of chords and scales is essential for understanding jazz theory and guitar, as chords and scales form the foundation of musical structure. Chords are derived from the different notes in a scale, so the C scale generates specific chords from each note - C, D, E, F, G, A, B - that are named and expressed using Roman numerals. Learning chord foundations and terminology provides the roots for excelling at jazz through extending conventional music theory.

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    Jazz Theory: Part One

    Developing a comprehensive knowledge base and


    appreciation for Chords is essential to venture into the
    world of jazz guitar. For that matter, it is essential for
    any musician on any instrument. Chords and Scales
    form the foundation of our music structure. Jazz, by
    definition, extends the boundaries and concepts of
    conventional theory. The more we understand our roots
    the easier the journey to jazz excellence will be.

    Chord Foundations
    Chords are derived from the various degrees of scale
    structures. For example: the "C" scale has seven
    unique degrees (or tones). They are: C, D, E, F, G, A,
    B, and C (Octave). Chords are generated from each
    degree of this scale. Specific names are assigned to
    each chord generated from this scale. It is appropriate
    to learn and utilize this terminology. The chords are
    expressed in Roman Numerals. The assigned
    terminology and structure is:

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