How To Use Altered Extended Chords

Warren Macpherson introduces the lesson on How To Use Altered Extended Chords, focusing on the 9th, 11th, and 13th intervals and their alterations in chords. He explains how altering these intervals (e.g., flatting or sharpening) creates different chord colors, such as flat 9th, sharp 9th, and sharp 11th chords, emphasizing the importance of the 7th as a bridge to extensions. Macpherson highlights the use of altered chords in songs, demonstrating their application in gospel music, particularly the flat 9th, which adds a bluesy feel. He advises making altered extensions as diatonic as possible to avoid dissonance, recommending the use of blue scale notes to maintain a cohesive sound. Macpherson concludes with tips on experimenting with altered chords, announcing an upcoming course for a deeper dive into using altered extensions in all 12 keys. ✅ Need help with chord theory? Download Our Free PDF "7 Steps To Naming Any Chord," Click Here: https://pianolessonwithwarren.com/7-steps-to-naming-any-chord/ ✅ Want to improve your gospel piano skills? Join us for FREE at https://pianolessonwithwarren.com/. RELATED TUTORIALS: ▶️ Learn more Piano Chords In All Keys: https://youtu.be/V_mrDrtj0d0 ▶️ Learn more about gospel passing chords: https://youtu.be/bps9Skjd20g 🎹 TUTORIAL GEAR: Audio-Technica ATH-M60X: https://amzn.to/3KIWrLW Focusrite Scarlett USB Audio Interface: https://amzn.to/3QI4Y5r YAMAHA MG06X 6-Input Compact Stereo Mixer: https://amzn.to/3OGNEv9 Mio 1-in 1-out USB to MIDI Interface: https://amzn.to/3QCB42B USB-A to USB-B 2.0 Cable for Midi: https://amzn.to/3YBLzF8 Yamaha FC4A Sustain Pedal: https://amzn.to/45c3apE Audio-Technica PRO 70 Microphone: https://amzn.to/47uGmTX K&M Keyboard Bench: https://amzn.to/3qBRCgE Nord Stage 3 88-Key Fully-Weighted: https://amzn.to/45yP2Xh LET'S STAY CONNECTED: My website - https://pianolessonwithwarren.com/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Pianolessonwithwarren/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/piano_lesson_with_warren/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@piano_lesson_with_warren Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction to Altered Extensions 03:17 - Understanding the 9th, 11th, and 13th Extensions 06:46 - Recognizing Intervals and Extensions 09:13 - Rules for Altered Extensions: Flat and Sharp Notes 12:37 - Applying Altered Extensions in Songs 15:29 - The Role of Blues Scale in Gospel Music 18:52 - Diatonic Harmonies in Altered Extensions 22:23 - Practical Examples and Voicing Techniques 26:53 - Conclusion and Upcoming Course Announcement