major chord

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Refers to a chord that has a bright, happy sound.

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  • The song starts with a simple C major chord.
  • My piano teacher taught me how to play a G major chord today.
  • A major chord generally sounds brighter and happier than a minor chord.
  • The chorus resolves on a powerful F major chord.
  • Can you strum a D major chord on the guitar for me?
  • The bright sound of the major chord lifted the mood of the piece.
  • A major chord is built from a root, a major third, and a perfect fifth.
  • He found that a simple progression of major chords was perfect for the verse.
  • Is that an A major chord or an A minor chord you're playing?
  • Many pop songs are based on just a few simple major chords.