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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.
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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.
Polyrhythms: What they are and how to use them
Explore the definition, history, and use cases of polyrhythms, and learn how to use them in your own music.
Producing a beat into a full song with Kaelin Ellis and SW8VY
Kaelin Ellis brought his beat to veteran producer and instrumentalist SW8VY to build it into a full song in Ableton Live.
10 of our most popular blog articles of 2022
We’ve highlighted ten tutorial articles from this past year that were among the most-read across our music creator community.
The music theory behind Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp
In celebration of the five-year anniversary of Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp, explore the music theory elements behind its main theme that make your virtual campsite such a pleasant place.
The music theory behind Game of Thrones’ “Main Title” theme
Dive into the music theory techniques that appear in Ramin Djawadi's "Main Title" theme that make it so effective and fitting for Game of Thrones.
What is melody in music? A guide to pitch, scales, and keys
Melodies are often what keep us coming back to our favorite songs—in this article, learn about all of the different aspects that constitute a melody.
4 chord progression tips you’ll wish you knew earlier
From syncopation techniques to tricks for using devices for arpeggios, here are four chord progression tips we wish we knew earlier.
How to level up your melodic loops
From sound selection to composition, learn about the key elements and techniques that come together to create the perfect melodic loop.
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.
8 free plugins for making better melodies (instruments and effects)
We showcase tips and techniques for making effective melodies, using free instruments and effects plugins to demonstrate.