Usually there are three notes to make a definable chord.
A triad
One needs to combine at least three notes simultaneously for their note to be defined as a chord. Combining three notes to make a chord is considered a triad. More notes can be added to produce more complex chords.
A three-note chord must be comprised of three different notes, and is also known as a triad.
In harmony, what is created by the combination of three or more notes together? chord
chord!
Triad.
Some people insist that a chord is three or more notes played together. Others insist that even two notes still make a chord. Opinions differ, and it is dependent on the terminology people wish to use to describe a chord.
A three-note chord must be comprised of three different notes, and is also known as a triad.
A chord has two notes, a triad had three notes, and an arpeggio has four notes.
A c# e
A c# e