Why do some composers/songwriters choose inverted chords over root position chords?

The ebb and flow of unstable to stable, or dissonant to consonant, sound is a principle device providing the forward impetus and expression to music. From this perspective a composer uses inverted chords because their instability provides forward drive and expressive power.

1. Why do composers use inverted chords?
2. Do inverted chords sound different?
3. Why do we invert chords?
4. Why do composers use inversions?

Why do composers use inverted chords?

The trick is to use inversions to keep notes that are common to both chords in the same position in each chord. If there are no common tones, then use the same inversion of each chord to keep the note movement to a minimum.

Do inverted chords sound different?

It is not considered a different chord. The name is still the same, the notes are still the same, they are just in a different order - so they are effectively a different voicing. They will sound different, which is why inversions are used - you can impart a number of different flavours of sound to a piece of music.

Why do we invert chords?

An inverted chord means that you've moved the root of a chord to some upper position, leaving a note other than the root as the lowest sounding note. It's a really great device that will add colour to your musical palette. ... With the root on the bottom, you get this triad in its most stable position.

Why do composers use inversions?

Chord inversions add a richness to a chord progression and are a great tool for composers to use.