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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.
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Music Theory
Dig into a library of music theory knowledge, from composition tricks to song analyses and beyond.
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.
Let’s walk through the bassline in Super Mario Odyssey’s “Jump Up, Super Star!”
Let's celebrate the three-year anniversary of Super Mario Odyssey with an analysis of the walking bassline in its theme, "Jump Up, Super Star!"
How to make a chord progression in Studio One 5
In this tutorial video, we walk through how you can construct your own chord progressions in Studio One 5.
How to improve your melodies with rhythmic variations (free MIDI / samples included)
From varying note length to applying syncopation, we highlight four versatile strategies for improving the rhythmic qualities of your melodies.
5 free music theory resources for producers
We’ve collected five of the best free music theory resources out there that can help you take your skills to the next level.
Music theory tips for making melodies (free stems and MIDI files included)
We give you a crash course in music theory, exploring some scales and techniques that'll help you create original melodies.
4 tips for making melodies (free MIDI files included)
From exploring syncopation to incorporating pitch bend and grace notes, we overview four useful tips and techniques for crafting melodies.
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.
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.
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.
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.