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Major 7th Chord Theory and Application

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Instructor
Jonny May
Course
Intermediate
01:17:09

In this comprehensive course on Major 7 Chords, learn how to build Major 7 Chords, Major 7 Chord Symbols, all 12 Major 7 Chords, 4 tunes to practice them with, & the most common Major 7 progressions.

Course Objectives
  • Learn the construction of Major 7th Chords in all keys
  • Play fun short song while you master each chord
  • Explore improvisation
  • Use inversions to connect chords smoothly
Learning Focus
  • Chords
  • Groove
  • Songs
Featured Reviews

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Fantastic
I have used major 7th, but really didn't understand the structure and invasion. Johnny explained like I can remember forever. So now I'm confident. I just have to practice them. Thank you, Johnny!
Very helpful
Super way to learn playing chords, and solo over the top at same time
Gave me a greater understanding of major 7th chords
I knew a lot of this already by picking it up as I went along, but it was good to go through it all in a structured manner.
Excellent presentation of concepts
I reviewed this entire course and got even more out of it than the first time. Adding in optional exercises made a world of difference.
Moving along smoothly
I enjoyed the careful sequence of concepts. Also enjoyed the short jazzy tunes and the sound of the M7 inversions. Thanks!

Course Lessons

1
Major 7th Chord – Theory & Application – Lesson 1
09:49

4 Ways to Build a Major 7 Chord, Major 7 Chord Shapes & Chord Symbols

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2
Major 7th Chord – Theory & Application – Lesson 2
16:03

C Major 7, F Major 7, Bb Major 7, & “Always On My Mind”

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3
Major 7th Chord – Theory & Application – Lesson 3
13:12

Eb Major 7, Ab Major 7, Db Major 7, & “Somebody Like You”

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4
Major 7th Chord – Theory & Application – Lesson 4
15:46

Gb Major 7, B Major 7, E Major 7, & “Going Somewhere”

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5
Major 7th Chord – Theory & Application – Lesson 5
22:19

A Major 7, D Major 7, G Major 7, & “Auburn Skies”

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Featured Reviews

View PWJ member reviews of this course!

Fantastic
I have used major 7th, but really didn't understand the structure and invasion. Johnny explained like I can remember forever. So now I'm confident. I just have to practice them. Thank you, Johnny!
Very helpful
Super way to learn playing chords, and solo over the top at same time
Gave me a greater understanding of major 7th chords
I knew a lot of this already by picking it up as I went along, but it was good to go through it all in a structured manner.
Excellent presentation of concepts
I reviewed this entire course and got even more out of it than the first time. Adding in optional exercises made a world of difference.
Moving along smoothly
I enjoyed the careful sequence of concepts. Also enjoyed the short jazzy tunes and the sound of the M7 inversions. Thanks!
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