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What Do Roman Numerals Mean in Music Theory? 

Understanding Chord Degrees and Seventh Chords

Roman Numeral Chord Notation: Understanding I, IV, V, ii and vi

When studying harmony, you will frequently encounter Roman numerals such as I, IV, V, ii and vi.

These symbols… read more

How Do Dominant Seventh Chords Work in Authentic, Half and Deceptive Cadences?

Seventh Chords in Cadences: Creating Harmonic Tension and Resolution

Seventh chords are particularly important when studying musical cadences. They introduce additional harmonic tension and can make the movement… read more