Arpeggiated Accompaniment

Broken Chord Accompaniment

An arpeggiated accompaniment plays chord tones one at a time in ascending order: root, then 3rd, then 5th.

This creates a flowing, harp-like texture that works beautifully in ballads, folk songs, and any music that needs a gentle, rolling feel.

Arpeggiated I–vi–IV–V in G

Each chord breaks into ascending notes — root, 3rd, 5th — creating a flowing, rolling texture.

Play Arpeggiated Chords in G

• Play each note separately but connected — legato touch.
• Let notes ring into each other when possible for a smooth sound.
• Keep your thumb on the root and stretch to 3rd and 5th.
• Aim for an even, flowing rhythm without rushing.