In this lesson, we will learn about a concept called Inversions
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Suppose we have a C Major Triad with the notes C E G.
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To invert the chord, we take the bottom note and move it up an octave, forming a new pattern E G C.
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We say that the new chord is an inversion of a C Major triad.
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We say the original chord is in “Root Position”.
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When we invert it once we call it “First Inversion”.
When we invert it again, we call it “Second Inversion”, and so on.
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You are ready.