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The creative exploration and adoption of piano cluster techniques by composers and performers of the 20th century varies widely. “Imagine” (2010) A Brief History of Piano Chord Clusters The adjacent notes can either be a ½ step or whole step apart, and may even combine multiple ½-step and whole-step clusters. The heart of the cluster voicing technique is the deliberate use of two or more adjacent notes within a piano chord.

In fact, the technique commonly described as chord clusters or cluster chords is also referred to as chordal clusters, tone clusters, cluster harmony, group chords and secundal harmony (chords build using the interval of a 2nd). As with many modern innovations, terminology varies widely. The topic of today’s lesson, piano chord clusters, explores a contemporary jazz piano voicing approach that has become infused with the modern urban sound. Today’s lesson is perfect for singer-songwriters and anyone who loves to play popular music with a jazz piano influence.

3 Steps to Voicings Piano Chords with Clusters.

Piano Clusters in Contemporary Pop, R&B and Gospel Music.Tone Clusters in Early 20th Century Composition.

Pink chords to wild hearts can't be broken