Chordata
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of Chordata
1875–80; < New Latin, equivalent to chord ( a ) ( see chord 1) + Latin -āta, neuter plural of -ātus -ate 1
Example Sentences
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Despite minimal media coverage, the band says it has sold more than seven million records, exclusively releasing them on independent labels, chief among them: Fat Wreck Chords, an imprint co-owned and controlled by Fat Mike.
From New York Times • Jun. 18, 2024
"But good chords. Chords you can really get into. There's such a lot of opportunity for emotional things when the chords are that much more deeper."
From BBC • Jul. 19, 2023
Chords, fingering and hand positions, as well as elements of notation are all covered, with interactive video presentations from bright and lively musicians.
From The Verge • Nov. 18, 2020
Three Chords and the Truth is out now on Exile.
From The Guardian • Oct. 31, 2019
Chords with fingerings that you don't know but with a sound that you would recognize work best for this exercise.
From "Understanding Basic Music Theory" by Catherine Schmidt-Jones and Russel Jones
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