Uploaded April 2024 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago

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Tim Smolens explores the hidden depths of the half-diminished chord, also know as the minor 7 flat 5 (mi7b5). Using examples from many songs from jazz, pop, Beach Boys songs, and originals, Tim demonstrates the wide variety of applications for this mysterious chord. Learn the voicings, extensions, and songwriting tricks used by the masters for this versatile chord.

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