viiø7
Definition
The viiø7 chord is a diminished seventh chord built on the seventh scale degree of a major or minor key. It consists of four notes stacked in minor thirds, creating a tense and unresolved sound.
Related terms
Leading Tone: The leading tone is the seventh scale degree of a major or minor key, which is often used as the root note for the viiø7 chord.
Diminished Seventh Chord: A diminished seventh chord consists of four notes stacked in minor thirds, creating a dissonant and unstable sound.
Resolution: In music theory, resolution refers to the movement from dissonance to consonance, providing a sense of stability and closure.
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