Master Relative Major and Minor Keys in 5 Minutes

Unlock one of the biggest shortcuts in music theory with this 5-minute piano tutorial! 🎹 Whether you’re a beginner or looking to level up your skills, you’ll learn how to instantly figure out any relative major or minor key—a must-know for every pianist.

Every major scale has a relative minor that uses the exact same notes. For example, C major and A minor both have no sharps or flats. The trick? Go to the sixth note of any major scale, or move down three half steps, to find its relative minor (and vice versa). This simple method will transform how you approach piano scales and music theory.

In this lesson, you’ll discover:

✅ The fastest way to find relative major and minor keys

✅ Why these relationships matter in classical, jazz, and pop music

✅ How tonal centers affect the way we hear music

✅ The difference between natural, harmonic, and melodic minor scales

✅ Real piano examples you can play right away

Chapters:

00:00:19 - Understanding the Basics of Relative Major and Minor Keys

00:00:40 - How to Figure Out Relative Keys

00:01:17 - Examples of Finding Relative Keys

00:01:42 - The Impact of Relative Keys on Music

00:02:10 - Understanding the Tonal Center

00:02:32 - Distinguishing Between Major and Minor Keys

00:03:12 - Adjustments in Minor Keys

Perfect for piano students, music theory beginners, and anyone who wants to make sense of key changes in their favorite songs!

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