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- What is the difference between block chords and broken chords?
- What does broken cords mean?
- Is another way to describe broken chords?
What is the difference between block chords and broken chords?
Block chords occur when all of the notes of a chord are played simultaneously in one solid “block”. ... Broken chords occur when the notes of a chord are not played simultaneously.
What does broken cords mean?
A broken chord is a chord broken into a sequence of notes. A broken chord may repeat some of the notes from the chord and span one or more octaves. ... Arpeggios and broken chords are also used to help create rhythmic interest.
Is another way to describe broken chords?
Arpeggio. An arpeggio is a musical technique where notes in a chord are played or sung in sequence, one after the other, rather than ringing out simultaneously. ... An alternative translation of this term is "broken chord".
