How does this chord feel?

You'll hear about 30 short piano chords, one at a time. For each one, rate how much it expresses nostalgia, melancholy and happiness, from 1 to 5.

About 10 minutes. There are no right answers, so go with your first feeling. Some chords come back twice, which is on purpose.

Before you start

  • Headphones are best. Set the volume once and leave it.
  • Nostalgia: wistful, looking back. Melancholy: a quiet sadness. Happiness: bright, joyful.
  • Rate what the chord expresses, not what mood you're in.

A name or nickname (optional)

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