How to use tempo for better songwriting and composing. This is an often forgotten question. Not only by composers and songwriters but also by many musicians. It’s easy to forget about it. Because it’s not…
Struggling with boring chord progressions? Or do your progressions sound too happy and not emotional enough? Then the technique of chord substitution will be perfect for you. You can use the relative minor of a…
Augmented triads are amazing chords! When you follow this guide, you will know what they are and how to build them. Also, I will show you how Bach, The Beatles, John Lennon, Led Zeppelin and…
Are you tired of using the same boring chord progressions? Then learn to use the Lydian mode to add beautiful colours and unexpected new chords to any major chord progression. So if you ever feel…
Ever wondered why some chord progressions just sound so good? Are you looking to have full control over your chord progressions? Then let’s dive into what chord tones are most important! Resources Best Books on…
What chord progression do artists like Gotye, Sufjan Stevens, Justin Bieber, Fleetwood Mac, Harry Styles and many more have in common? And if it’s such a common chord progression, why doesn’t everybody use it? Let’s…
How do you write a Phrygian melody? And how do you start using the Phrygian mode? Get started quickly and learn these two essential melody techniques. Let’s dive into these questions and let’s get creative…
Do you like the emotional piano music of Yann Tiersen and Ludovico Einaudi? And would you like to learn how to write beautiful piano music just like that and also be able to play it?…
Using an inverted pedal point in your chord progression is a harmony technique so easy you will never forget it! So what is a pedal point in music theory? And how do you use this…
Are you afraid that people might not listen to your music because it’s boring? Or do you have the feeling that you are stuck? Then check out this lesson on how to make a song…