"I Surrender All" - Rodney East Chord Breakdown (Part 1)

The video tutorial features Warren Macpherson breaking down Rodney East's intricate arrangement of "I Surrender All," emphasizing the advanced chord progressions and voicings used throughout the piece.
Warren discusses his personal experience with an eye condition while explaining the tutorial's content and invites viewers to check out Rodney East's original work.
The song is based in E major, but Rodney East employs various modal and chromatic techniques, moving beyond typical chord progressions to create unique harmonizations and voicings.
The analysis highlights specific musical elements, such as chromatic mediants and modal shifts, showcasing Rodney's innovative approach to chord substitutions and melodic integration.
Warren encourages viewers to familiarize themselves with the song's basic progressions to better understand the complex alterations made by East, noting the importance of listening to both the piano and vocal lines for a complete analysis.

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Chapters:
00:00 – Introduction and Personal Update
01:04 – Overview of the Breakdown
02:20 – Chord Progressions and Substitutions
03:35 – Analyzing Chord Voicings and Melody Integration
05:19 – Exploring Chromatic Mediants
06:20 – Harmonic Movement and Unique Resolutions
09:20 – Advanced Chord Techniques and Melodic Shifts
11:20 – Understanding Modal Harmony
12:22 – Transitioning to F Minor and Modulations
14:42 – Final Chord Resolutions and Overall Structure
18:05 – Conclusion and Summary of Concepts