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In music, a triad is a set of three notes (or "pitch classes") that can be stacked vertically in thirds. The term "harmonic triad" was coined by Johannes Lippius in his Synopsis musicae novae (1612). Triads are the most common chords in Western music.
- What does it mean when notes are on top of each other?
- Why is it called a triad?
- What are the pitches of an AM triad?
- How do you describe a triad?
What does it mean when notes are on top of each other?
When two notes appear stacked, or attached to the same stem, you play them at the same time. You know, in harmony.
Why is it called a triad?
The Chinese criminal organizations called triads got their name from the triangular symbol that they used back when they began, centuries ago, as patriotic organizations. Today, with over 100,000 members, the triads operate in the U.S., Canada, and many other countries.
What are the pitches of an AM triad?
Triad, in music, a chord made up of three tones, called chord factors, of the diatonic scale: root, third, and fifth.
How do you describe a triad?
A triad is a chord with three notes that can be set as thirds because their pitches work together. Each note in a triad bears a specific label. The bottom note is called the root, the middle note is called the third, and the top note is called the fifth.
