Chordally

/ˈkɔːr.dəl.i/ adverb

Definition

In a manner relating to chords; according to chordal principles or structure.

Etymology

From 'chordal' (adjective) plus '-ly' (adverb-forming suffix). Creates an adverb describing how something is done in relation to chords.

Kelly Says

When musicians talk about 'playing chordally,' they mean thinking in groups of notes together rather than one at a time—a totally different brain mode!

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