Chord Theory: How to Create and Use Suspensions

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Augmented Chords, and How To Use Them In Your Music

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The Main Differences Between Strong and Fragile Chord Progressions

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3 Short Exercises to Help Create Song Melodies

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Chord Progressions: The Importance of a Harmonic Goal

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Choosing Song Chords That Work Well Together

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