Brainlag PlusGrade 4 builds triads on three degrees: the tonic, subdominant and dominant. Named by Roman numeral, I, IV and V, each in root position.
Triads on three degrees
The primary chords, named by Roman numerals, in root position, the root at the bottom:
- I, on the tonic (1st degree);
- IV, on the subdominant (4th degree);
- V, on the dominant (5th degree).
Quick check
Which degree is chord V built on?
The rest of this lesson and its 5 practice questions are in Plus.
Screen 1 of 4, free to read.
- 5 exam-style questions, marked as you go, each with a worked solution
- Anything you get wrong is saved to your flashcards