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    Music Theory / February 6, 2020
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    Sheet music cheat codes: 3 tricks for reading key signatures, identifying pitches, and more

    Explore tips, tricks, and mnemonic devices that will allow you to quickly identify some key aspects of a piece of sheet music.

    Music Theory / February 1, 2020
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    How to build chord progressions (50 free MIDI files included)

    In this tutorial, we go over the basics of constructing chord progressions for genres spanning pop, house, lo-fi, trap, and more.

    Music Theory / November 15, 2019
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    The most important chord progression in Pokémon

    In this article, let’s take a look at the I – bVII – I chord progression, and how some of Pokémon’s most important themes are centered around it.

    Music Theory / October 30, 2019
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    The devil’s interval: The history of the tritone and its surprising sensitive side

    Let’s walk through what a tritone is, its impact across music history, and its surprising sensitive side that isn’t so diabolical.

    Music Theory / September 20, 2019

    How the overworld theme of The Legend of Zelda takes us on a harmonic adventure

    Let’s explore how Koji Kondo’s timeless overworld theme for The Legend of Zelda uses harmony to convey the wide array of emotions associated with adventure.

    Music Theory / August 23, 2019

    How to use triplets and other tuplets in your music

    In this video tutorial, let’s explore how you can use triplets and other tuplets to increase the rhythmic interest in your music.

    Music Theory / June 13, 2019
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    What are Euclidean rhythms?

    Euclidean rhythms are fascinating grooves that lie at the intersection of math and music. In this article, let’s define what constitutes a Euclidean rhythm and hear them in action.

    Music Theory / May 9, 2019
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    How to use chord voicings and substitutions to create complex textures

    Learn about how experimenting with different chord voicings and substitutions can expand the textural and emotional nuances in your productions.

    Music Theory / May 29, 2018
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    How the pentatonic scale has shaped popular music

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

    z.carousel / May 23, 2018
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    Splice Firestarters: Music Theory 101

    Music theory doesn’t need to be intimidating or stuffy – in this Firestarter, we explore theory through the lens of modern production.

    Music Theory / March 30, 2018
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    How to develop a melody

    Have you ever found yourself just staring at an empty session? Proactively overcome any creative block with this actionable approach to developing a melody.

    Music Theory / February 12, 2018
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    Adding Romantic touches to Ed Sheeran’s “Perfect”

    In the spirit of Valentine’s Day, we explore some basic musical properties of Romanticism and why they’re relevant to our modern productions.

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