This is our Dominant 7 Alt Chord Workout in our series of Jazz Chord Workouts. What is and Dominant 7 Alt Chord? Also known as an altered chord, It’s a dominant 7 chord which includes one or more alterations to its diatonic chord tones. These alterations are most often b5, #5, #9, b9. Dominant 7 Altered chords are commonly used as a V chord leading to the I. This exercise helps you practice these chords in all 12 keys. It cycles through the Circle of 4ths (C-F-Bb-Eb-Ab-Db-Gb-B-E-A-D-G) and each chord is played for 8 bars. Use the chord charts below to guide you and use the play-along to practice!
Chord Charts
Dominant 7 Alt Chord Workout C Instruments
Dominant 7 Alt Chord Workout Bb Instruments
Dominant 7 Alt Chord Workout Eb Instrument
Play-Along
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BEFORE YOU CONTINUE...
If music theory has always seemed confusing to you and you wish someone would make it feel simple, our free guide will help you unlock jazz theory secrets.
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