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In this tutorial we will look at the idea of borrowed chords, what they are, and where we borrow these chords from. This makes use of the parallel major and minor keys. What are Borrowed Chords? Borrowed chords are harmonies “borrowed” from the parallel key—meaning the major and minor keys…
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Modes
This tutorial will give a basic idea of the concept of modes. I have to confess that I am new to the idea of modes…
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Chord Extensions – Stacking More Thirds
This tutorial will look at what happens when we continue to stack thirds, following the principles of tertian harmony. We have already dealt with stacking…
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Chord Extensions – Stacking More Thirds
This tutorial will look at what happens when we continue to stack thirds, following the principles of tertian harmony. We have already dealt with stacking…
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Musical Intervals
In some of our previous tutorials we have discussed stacking thirds to create triads and chords, but what exactly is a third? What are intervals?…
● About Me
I’m Julian — composer‑educator and the creator of PhysMuse. I share my journey through music engraving, theory, and creative study, building clear, beautiful resources for musicians and learners. This blog is where I document the process, the experiments, and the things I’m learning along the way.