Select any key in the Key Explorer and it shows all seven diatonic triads with their Roman numeral positions (I, ii, iii, IV, V, vi, viio). You see scale degrees, chord types, and how parallel modes relate.
What are parallel modes in music?
Parallel modes are scales that share the same root note but use different interval patterns. For example, C major, C minor, C Dorian, and C Mixolydian all start on C but have different character. The Key Explorer maps these relationships.
What is a scale degree?
A scale degree is the position of a note within a scale, numbered 1 through 7. Each degree has a name: tonic (1), supertonic (2), mediant (3), subdominant (4), dominant (5), submediant (6), and leading tone (7).
How does the Key Explorer help with songwriting?
By showing all diatonic chords in a key, you can quickly find compatible chords for progressions. The Roman numeral analysis helps you understand common progression patterns like I-IV-V or ii-V-I.