3 Great Upper Structure Triad Combinations – mDecks Music
Published: 2023-11-26
2-5-1
Practice Workout
tritone substitution
upper structures
type:exercise
Practice three upper-structure triad combinations to enrich II–V–I progressions with step-by-step exercises across all keys.
Learn three effective upper-structure triad groupings to layer independent harmonic motion over II–V–I (and II–bV–I) progressions. The lesson demonstrates how to voice these triads with root+guide tones, rootless voicings, and root-on-left practice, and shows how to apply them in every key. Exercises are presented as a repeatable daily routine that develops hearing and comping skills for piano and arranging. Includes guidance on which triads function as true upper structures versus useful ‘borrowed’ voicings and how to use the Lydian b7 tensions on subV chords.
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