Major & Minor Triads Made Easy | Free Music Theory Worksheets

Three notes. Two patterns. One simple way to understand triads! 🎶

Understanding major and minor triads doesn't have to be complicated!

This FREE 7-page ScoreS2Duo resource introduces learners to the building blocks of major and minor triads through clear explanations, keyboard illustrations, practical examples, and progressively challenging activities.

Learners discover how triads are constructed, why major and minor chords sound different, and how simple semitone patterns can help them identify and build chords confidently.

What's included?

• Easy-to-follow explanations of major and minor triads.

• Visual examples showing how semitones work on the piano keyboard.

• The simple patterns: Major = 4 + 3 and Minor = 3 + 4.

• A handy comparison chart for quick revision.

• Three worksheets progressing from basic understanding to more challenging applications.

• Activities involving identifying, constructing, correcting, and comparing triads.

Perfect for:

Music teachers, piano students, beginner music theory learners, private music studios, and independent revision.

Whether used during a lesson, for homework, or as an additional teaching resource, these worksheets help learners move beyond memorising definitions towards understanding how chords are constructed.

🎁 Completely FREE!

Download your copy and make music theory a little easier — one triad at a time!

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