Let's have some pun with chords E F# A B

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The discussion revolves around the chords E, F#, A, and B, particularly in the context of the E-major scale and their relation to the song "Jig-Saw Puzzle" by the Rolling Stones. Participants explore the structure of major chords and their theoretical implications.

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  • Exploratory, Technical explanation, Conceptual clarification, Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • Some participants note that the chords E, F#, A, and B are derived from the E-major scale, suggesting a connection to the song "Jig-Saw Puzzle."
  • There is a discussion about the construction of major chords and their consistency across different keys, with references to other chords like C, Dm7, and Em7.
  • One participant mentions the complexity of transitioning between chords in the context of key changes, specifically highlighting the sharps in the E scale.
  • Another participant expresses a lack of deep music theory knowledge but acknowledges the interest in the song and its chords.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree on the relationship between the chords and the E-major scale, but there are varying levels of understanding regarding music theory and the implications of chord transitions. The discussion remains somewhat unresolved regarding the depth of theoretical knowledge and its application.

Contextual Notes

Some participants express uncertainty about music theory terminology and the implications of chord changes, indicating a reliance on basic knowledge rather than comprehensive understanding.

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Here is having some pun with chords E F# A B , from E-major scale...
These are some Jig Saw puzzle, for sure.
 
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symbolipoint said:
Here is having some pun with chords E F# A B , from E-major scale...
These are some Jig Saw puzzle, for sure.
Notes yes but not chords. The major chords are built in the same way.

C Dm7 Em7 Fmaj7 G Am7 Bm7b5

E is E F#m7 G#m7 A Bm7 C#m7 D#m7b5

I had check E, C is easy because it's all white notes!

So if you are playing an E chord and go to F# you are changing the key because the sharps in E are F#, G#, C# and D# and F# has those plus A # and E#.

E# is just F but that is just keeping to the scale rules of nomenclature.
I always found that side a little fiddly.
 
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pinball1970 said:
Notes yes but not chords. The major chords are built in the same way.
Specifically that set of chords. I did not mean, just the notes. As much as I could tell, those are for key of E major. In fact, if you can understand the pun being given, and can accept whatever needed relative tuning, those are the chords used in the Rolling Stones song, Jig-Saw Puzzle. The song and the chording just caught my interest. ( I only have the very crudest of any music theory knowledge. )
 
symbolipoint said:
, those are the chords used in the Rolling Stones song, Jig-Saw Puzzle.
Ah ok. Totally missed that. I will check the track.
 

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