Understanding why major chords sound happy and minor chords feel sad is really interesting! Let’s break it down:

Major Chords

• Sound: Bright and cheerful.
• How It's Made: Major chords use three notes: the root, the major third, and the perfect fifth.
  • For example, in a C major chord:
    • C (the root)
    • E (major third, 4 half steps up)
    • G (perfect fifth, 7 half steps up)
• Feel: The major third gives a feeling of happiness, which is why we hear major chords in happy songs.

Minor Chords

• Sound: Sad and thoughtful.
• How It's Made: Minor chords also use three notes: the root, the minor third, and the perfect fifth.
  • In an A minor chord:
    • A (the root)
    • C (minor third, 3 half steps up)
    • E (perfect fifth, 7 half steps up)
• Feel: The minor third makes it sound more serious or sad, often making us think deeply or feel emotional.

So, when you’re playing music, noticing these differences in how the chords sound can really make your playing better. It can help you choose chords that match the mood you want! Happy strumming!