Chord Voicing
Understanding Chord Voicing
Chord voicing refers to how we arrange the notes of a chord. Different voicings can create different textures and colors while still maintaining the chord's basic identity.
Types of Voicings
Close Position
All notes are arranged as closely as possible
C Major:
G7:
Try it on the piano:
C3
C#3
D3
D#3
E3
F3
F#3
G3
G#3
A3
A#3
B3
C4
C#4
D4
D#4
E4
F4
F#4
G4
G#4
A4
A#4
B4
C5
C#5
D5
D#5
E5
F5
F#5
G5
G#5
A5
A#5
B5
C6
Interactive Practice
Which voicing type has all notes arranged as closely as possible?
In a Drop 2 voicing, which note is dropped an octave?
Daily Practice
Master chord voicing with these exercises:
- Practice playing the same chord in different voicings
- Experiment with voice leading between different voicings
- Try voicing progressions using different approaches
- Listen for different voicings in your favorite songs