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432 Hz: Does the tuning standard make music better?
Learn about the various claims that surround 432 Hz, their validity, and how to create music using any tuning standard of your choice.
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Music Theory
Dig into a library of music theory knowledge, from composition tricks to song analyses and beyond.
Music theory: What it is and why it’s (still) important
Let's explore how music theory can allow us to express ourselves, communicate better, and deepen our enjoyment of music.
The power of dynamics and silence in music
We explore why and how dynamics and silence play a pivotal role in creating music that pulls in the listener.
Recreating the theme from Stranger Things
Learn how to recreate the iconic Stranger Things theme with our downloadable project file and step-by-step tutorial video.
How to make music: Create your own music in 6 steps
Learn the ins-and-outs of how to make music in this complete guide to music production, from picking a DAW to composing, mixing, and mastering your work.
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.
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.