What happens when you mix the spicy sound of the Phrygian mode with the softer tones of the Aeolian mode? Well… You get amazing chord progressions! Learn how to combine these modes with modal interchange…
The Aeolian mode or the natural minor scale as it’s called, is the backbone of many great songs and compositions. No matter the style of music. You will find beautiful minor chord progressions everywhere! But…
Nowadays chord loops are all around us. They can be addictive to listen to and play. But making a good chord progression loop is difficult. So how do you make one that is interesting, original…
The Mixolydian mode is amazing and inspiring! This musical mode is the fundament of many different styles and can convey deep emotions. The options are almost limitless. But how do you write Mixolydian chord progressions…
Secondary dominant chords are used to spice up your chord progressions. The same goes for diminished triads or diminished chords. They are very beautiful and can be useful and incredibly powerful! But what if you…
The Dorian mode is a fantastic musical mode. A lot of guitar music is based on a Dorian foundation. But what is the mood of the Dorian mode? It has a unique mix of sadness…
The Phrygian mode is a musical mode that has many different faces. You can use it to write dark and sad music. But it can also brighten your song or composition if used in the…
About melodic suspensions: So your melody sounds good. But you’re looking to give it some extra spice and that final bit of interest. We’re going to use suspensions to improve our melody and I find…
Have you ever struggled with a melody that just didn’t seem to work no matter what you tried? And a better melody was just never in sight? There are a couple of techniques that can…
How to use the lament bass / andalusian cadence for making intriguing chord progressions and melodies is a hidden gem. Being found in practically any music style, ranging from classical music to Jazz, Pop and…