This document provides a matrix summarizing 20 popular jazz chord types, explaining that while it covers common forms, there are over 40 chord types used in jazz and alternative systems allow for unique combinations. It directs the reader to illustrations of each chord type on subsequent pages and continuing education resources for further study of chords.
This document provides a matrix summarizing 20 popular jazz chord types, explaining that while it covers common forms, there are over 40 chord types used in jazz and alternative systems allow for unique combinations. It directs the reader to illustrations of each chord type on subsequent pages and continuing education resources for further study of chords.
This document provides a matrix summarizing 20 popular jazz chord types, explaining that while it covers common forms, there are over 40 chord types used in jazz and alternative systems allow for unique combinations. It directs the reader to illustrations of each chord type on subsequent pages and continuing education resources for further study of chords.
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twenty popular Jazz related chord types. This listing is not all-inclusive. Perhaps forty or more forms are available and are in general use. That does not count the unique selections available via Power Chords and other alternative chord systems. The intent is to provide you with the top twenty commonly accepted jazz forms. The next three pages illustrate each of the forms detailed above. Check the Continuing Education section for additional Chord Studies.