Part 4/6:
- Phrygian Triad: A mode with a lowered second scale degree, giving it a distinctly Spanish or exotic flavor.
Using the same "fill in" method, Rick plays the outer notes, asking listeners to identify the internal pitch.
"Now, let's work on sus2 and Phrygian triads."
Repetition and attentive listening help listeners familiarize themselves with the unique sound of each chord.
Combining the Techniques
The final part of the session merges all previous exercises. Rick combines the sounds of Lydian, sus4, sus2, and Phrygian triads into a mixed sequence. This complex exercise challenges listeners to not only recognize each chord type individually but also to adapt quickly to shifting harmonic contexts.
He plays combinations like:
Sus4 followed by Phrygian
Lydian along with sus2