Welcome to the 3rd Year of Let’s Play Music! This time, we’re diving into the magic of key changes and how to make them work in your music. Get ready for an exciting adventure!
What is a Key Change?
In a previous article, we explored how you can start any major scale with any note as DO, using the pattern of whole steps and half steps (WWHWWWH). Now, let’s take it a step further and explore how to shift from one key to another. Imagine starting a song in the key of C (where DO is C), and then smoothly switching to the key of F or G. How does that work? Let’s see!
Magic Keys in Action
Key changes might seem tricky, but once you get the hang of it, they become second nature. Here’s a quick review of what we covered in class:
Key of C
No sharps or flats next to the clef? You're in the key of C!
In the key of C, DO is C.
The red chord (I chord) is always Do-Mi-Sol, which spells out C-E-G.
A major scale in C uses all the white keys.
Key of F
The key signature tells you the key. If there’s one flat next to the clef, you’re in F.
The flat always shows up on B.
"Key of F" means DO is F.
The red chord is Do-Mi-Sol, but now it spells F-A-C.
Don’t forget! The B needs to be changed to B-flat in this key. (That’s why the flat symbol is shown at the beginning of the song!)
Key of G
If there’s one sharp next to the clef, you're in the key of G!
The sharp will always be on F.
"Key of G" means DO is G.
The red chord here is Do-Mi-Sol, which spells G-B-D.
TI is the tone that needs a sharp (so, DO is G because F# is TI).
Remember to change every F to F-sharp when you're in G.
Key changes are a powerful tool for adding variety to your music, and learning them will take your playing to the next level. Practice these tips, and soon you’ll be changing keys like a pro!
Happy playing! 🎹🎶
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