Understanding basic harmony can really help Year 1 gymnasium music students perform better. Harmony and chords are key parts of making and playing music because they add feelings that support the main tunes.

Key Parts of Harmony:

1. Chord Structure:

   • A chord is made up of three or more notes played together. Here are the most common types:
     • Major Chords: These sound bright and happy (like C-E-G).
     • Minor Chords: These sound darker and sadder (like A-C-E).
     • Seventh Chords: These add more depth to the sound (like G-B-D-F).

2. Role in Music:

   • About 80% of popular songs use simple chord progressions, mainly the I-IV-V pattern (like C-F-G in the key of C major).
   • Knowing these progressions can help students improve their improvisation skills.

Benefits for Performance:

• Improvisation: Students who understand harmony are 50% more likely to improvise well during performances.
• Accompaniment Skills: Knowing about harmony helps students play better along with others, which is important for 70% of school performances.

In short, learning the basics of harmony and chord structures not only helps students understand music better but also makes them perform even better. This knowledge is an important part of music education.