Root - 50% of the sound
5th - 30%
3rd - 20%
Sometimes this requires rescoring, especially if some parts are not covered.
I don't have a specific ratio for chords with more than three notes, but usually after explaining this concept the kids adjust their ears and can balance 7th chords on their own.
We also talk about the pyramid of sound with the tuba as the base (pun very much intended).
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