Unlock music theory in 15 minutes (free MIDI files included)
Knowing even just a little bit of music theory can go a long way in improving your productions—in this video, we unlock the fundamentals of theory in just 15 minutes.
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Music Theory
Dig into a library of music theory knowledge, from composition tricks to song analyses and beyond.
4 easy ways to improve your chord progressions
Explore four concepts that will help you add interest to your chord progressions without altering their core structure.
10 types of melodies you should know about
In this tutorial video, we take a look at ten types of melodies that you should be familiar with as a musician.
The secret chord for adding a gospel flair to your music
Use this one simple but colorful chord to achieve sounds that are unmistakably a part of gospel music's sonic palette.
How to use reharmonization in your remixes
In this tutorial video, we demonstrate how you can use reharmonization to add a whole new flavor to your remixes' chord progressions.
7 chord progressions music producers need to know (free MIDI files included)
From the basics to more advanced options, we go over seven chord progressions that are absolutely worth familiarizing yourself with.
How to add color to your music with chord extensions
In this tutorial video, we walk through how you can add nuance and interest to your music with the help of chord extensions.
Let’s walk through the bassline in Super Mario Odyssey’s “Jump Up, Super Star!”
Let's celebrate the three-year anniversary of Super Mario Odyssey with an analysis of the walking bassline in its theme, "Jump Up, Super Star!"
How to make a chord progression in Studio One 5
In this tutorial video, we walk through how you can construct your own chord progressions in Studio One 5.
How to improve your melodies with rhythmic variations (free MIDI / samples included)
From varying note length to applying syncopation, we highlight four versatile strategies for improving the rhythmic qualities of your melodies.
5 free music theory resources for producers
We’ve collected five of the best free music theory resources out there that can help you take your skills to the next level.
Music theory tips for making melodies (free stems and MIDI files included)
We give you a crash course in music theory, exploring some scales and techniques that'll help you create original melodies.
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