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    Music Theory / September 5, 2023
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    10 musical patterns you need to know (rhythmic, melodic, and harmonic)

    From polyrhythms to tertiary harmony, we explore ten rhythmic, melodic, and harmonic musical patterns that every music creator should know.

    Music Theory / July 21, 2023
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    Arpeggios: Basic types and how to use them

    In this comprehensive guide, we break down what arpeggios are, the basic types, and how to use them in your music.

    Music Theory / July 19, 2023
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    Music modes: What they are and how to use them

    Learn about what musical modes are, the seven common diatonic modes, and how you can use them to achieve new colors in your music.

    Music Theory / July 14, 2023
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    The Ionian mode: A comprehensive guide

    Let’s discuss what the Ionian mode is, some songs and compositions that make use of it, and how to apply it to your own music.

    Music Theory / July 3, 2023
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    The Aeolian mode: A comprehensive guide

    Let’s discuss what the Aeolian mode is, some songs and compositions that make use of it, and how to apply it to your own music.

    Music Theory / June 18, 2023
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    The Locrian mode: A comprehensive guide

    Let’s discuss what the Locrian mode is, some songs and compositions that make use of it, and how to apply it to your own music.

    Music Theory / June 2, 2023
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    Triads in music: Basic types and how to use them

    Triads are a key building block of music—in this article, we dive into what they are, the common types, and how to apply them in your music.

    Music Theory / May 22, 2023
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    The Mixolydian mode: A comprehensive guide

    Let’s discuss what the Mixolydian mode is, some popular songs that make use of it, and how to apply it to your own music.

    Music Theory / April 24, 2023
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    The Phrygian mode: A comprehensive guide

    From Lil Nas X hits to Pokémon themes, the Phrygian mode has been used in an incredibly wide range of musical contexts—let’s discuss what the mode is, some popular songs that make use of it, and how to apply it to your own music.

    Music Theory / April 15, 2023
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    The Dorian mode: A comprehensive guide

    Let’s discuss what the Dorian mode is, some popular songs that make use of it, and how to apply it to your own music.

    Music Theory / April 13, 2023
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    The pentatonic scale: What it is and how it’s used in music

    Explore the pentatonic scale and learn how artists spanning genres have used it to create some timeless melodies.

    Music Theory / April 7, 2023
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    The Lydian mode: A comprehensive guide

    Let’s discuss what the Lydian mode is, some popular compositions that make use of it, and how to apply it to your own music.

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