Piano chords Piano Chords Tutorial 1. Introduction to Piano Chords A chord is a group of notes played together to create harmony. Chords form the backbone of songs, giving them emotion and direction. On the piano, chords are usually built using triads (three notes) or extended chords (4 notes). 2. Understanding the Notes The piano has white and black keys. Notes repeat in octaves: C, D, E, F, G, A, B, C… Sharps (#) and flats (b) are black keys. Example: C# (C sharp) / Db (D flat). 3. Major Chord