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11 sad chord progressions you need to know (free MIDI files included)
We analyze 11 sad chord progressions and some songs they're used in to identify what makes them so effective at tugging at our heartstrings.
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How to find vocal harmonies: A step-by-step guide
Explore the qualities that make a vocal harmony effective and learn how to write your own harmonies from scratch.
10 music education YouTube channels you need to subscribe to
We've compiled ten YouTube channels that are committed to helping people learn more about music, and do a great job at doing just that.
12 challenges to level up your music production skills
Discover 12 music production challenges that can help you learn a new skill, try something different, and push yourself in ways you haven’t before.
Song structure: How to build a song (with examples)
Let's discuss the concept of song structure and explore the individual song sections that help us turn our ideas into full pieces of music.
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.
11 tips for improving your melodies and chord progressions
Veteran producers Nick Chen, Isaac Duarte, and Kaelin Ellis share 11 powerful tips for breathing new life into your melodies and chord progressions.
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 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.
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.
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.
6 creative songwriting techniques to get you inspired
Explore six creative songwriting techniques that can get you out of your head and start feeling inspired the next time you're not sure how to begin.