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4 Chords (Triads) to compare

Here are 4 chords to compare.

Major chords are consonant and bright and cheerful.

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Minor chords are consonant but sad or
dark sounding.

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Diminished chords sound dissonant with an air of suspense, tension and mystery.

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Augmented chords are dissonant but have a impending feeling of expectation.

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