CMP# 290 Ionian Mode: Avoid the 4th!

Define the tonality: Ionian

               Tertian Harmony (triad, 6th chord, 7th chord other tension), 4th degree-handle with care, it’s a half step away! No third? No problem, it’s a sus4th chord! Major chord has: 9th, 11th and 13th. 

               Variations in playing: rest/play, Odd combinations: Rest for 3 measures and start on off/on beats.              

1.      Create a chord Progression: I, vi, ii, V
2.     Walking bass line, Play rest, and other oddities
3.    Practice elements: space ( rest/play )
4.    AVOID THE 4th! Alternative: raise the 4th