The Church Pianist: Chord extension for the ii chord

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Chord extensions are easy!


All you do is... add a 3rd above the root chord.


For example:


C E G is the root chord for the C chord.


Just add the 7th note above the root note (C)
and you find B.


This added note (B) gives an even richer, fuller tone.


This extension can be added to any root chord within
a scale.


Here's a list of the first 3 chords in the C scale with the
added 7th:


Oh....by the way..........


(Knowledge of the scales is an essential to improvising)


C E G B


D F A C


E G B D


F A C E


etc. etc. You get the idea.


I illustrated 'adding the 7th' to the ii chord in today's image.


The 'added 7th' doesn't even conflict with the vocal parts!


The vocal and piano score are given for the sake of comparison.


I tried to keep the piano accompaniment simple for a (hopefully)
clear presentation.


You will notice I show the same application in several songs and
in different keys.


Challenge yourself!


Try adding this extension to other chords as well.


Your playing will sound richer and fuller.