This podcast features free audio guitar lessons taught by Desi Serna, author of Fretboard Theory and Guitar Theory For Dummies. Learn how scales, chords, progressions, modes, and more get applied to the fretboard and familiar songs. Hear how to best get your playing skills in order. Begin to improvise and compose. Understand why your favorite songs sound so good. ➝ What do you specifically need to do in order to play guitar better? Visit the GuitarMusicTheory.com website to get FREE custom v ...
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The main goal is to create content that helps you in your creative journey of making your own music! You will either find case study episodes and listen to how each song grows as I go through my music composition process; or episodes about music theory tips for songwriters, tools and other creative strategies to keep your music flowing.
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From the Margins: What Music Theory Doesn't Want You To Know
Kaitlyn Clawson Cannestra and Kasey Lynch
A podcast party where we gossip about music theory’s deepest, darkest secrets… and you’re invited!
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The Harmonious Blacksmith: A Music Theory Exploration is a podcast dedicated to unraveling the complexities of music theory, designed for music theorists, musicians, educators, and students alike. Whether you're a seasoned composer, an aspiring music student, or a music historian, this podcast provides insightful discussions, expert interviews, and deep dives into the principles that shape Western classical and contemporary music. Each episode explores key topics such as harmonic analysis, c ...
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Is it music? Is it theory? Maybe it’s music theory? We’re not really sure! Join us for a couple of guys talking tunes and other thought-provoking topics. Hosts: Stephen An accomplished musician and lover of all things music. Mike Not an accomplished musician but he’s a really good guy.
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Unmasking the mysteries of music composition, music theory, and ear training.
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Arizona's music scene is so lush and diverse! This podcast has very little to do with the title (a long-running inside joke) and everything to do with learning about the Arizona music community. Join Dean Nelson (that's me) as we laugh, laugh-cry, and laugh-laugh interview some inspiring artists from Arizona.
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This podcast features free audio guitar lessons that teach practical concepts of music theory to modern guitar players. Learn how scales, chords, progressions, modes, and more get applied to the fretboard and familiar music. This material is suitable for intermediate level players on up and can be followed on either an acoustic or electric guitar. It is recommended that you begin with the first episode uploaded on June 6, 2007 (What Is Guitar Theory?), and then follow the lessons in order fr ...
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Many composers struggle to write original and fresh music and get frustrated. At the Music Interval Theory Academy (MITA), we teach a transparent and proven methodology that will help you define your unique musical voice and raise above the generic sound of everybody else. Don't be tricked into believing that most of the composers you admire are (or were) born geniuses. We know that the vast majority of great composers are trained. We know you are the kind of composer who wants to be a power ...
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My name is Frank Herrlinger. I've created and run an online academy that teaches composers how to master Interval Theory—a groundbreaking and intuitive approach to composition. Join me in a live Intro Event:https://musicintervaltheory.academy/intro/My mission is to help composers break free from generic progressions and write music that truly stand…
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Ep. 4: Vocal Timbre & Identity
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1:02:08In this episode, we talk about one of our favorite musical topics: vocal timbre and identity! We use examples from the Superbowl - "The Star Spangled Banner" - as well as our own in-progress dissertations - Disney Princesses and Chappell Roan respectively. We also do our best to answer a question in office hours, "what makes someone a queer icon?" …
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Take your ambient chord progressions to the next level! In this video, we’ll explore the power of chord inversions, drones, evolving ideas, and more to create deep, evolving soundscapes. Watch Ambient Chord Video Series here: Create Stunning Ambient Chords With These Simple Techniqueshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q7Kx5dXzWnQ More Tips For Writing…
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Ep171 Q&A Practice Plan-Joe-Bonamassa Rhythm-Take On Me Chords-Numbering Modes-G Chord Fingerings-Best Practice Amp
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1:00:53In episode 171 of the Guitar Music Theory podcast, I answer listener questions on a variety of guitar topics, including: 🎸 Assessing your guitar practice plan🎸 Joe Bonamassa’s rhythm guitar playing 🎸 Breaking down the key to "Take on Me" by A-ha 🎸 Understanding mode numbering 🎸 Different ways to finger a G chord and which one is best for you 🎸 Choo…
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Send us a text Welcome to The Harmonious Blacksmith, your go-to podcast for mastering music theory and unlocking the secrets of musical improvisation. In this episode, Ep.14 Improvisation_Part_2, we dive deeper into the art of improvisation and how to apply essential music theory principles on the fly. Whether you’re a music student, a professional…
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My name is Frank Herrlinger. I've created and run an online academy that teaches composers how to master Interval Theory—a groundbreaking and intuitive approach to composition. Join me in a live Intro Event:https://musicintervaltheory.academy/intro/My mission is to help composers break free from generic progressions and write music that truly stand…
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My name is Frank Herrlinger. I've created and run an online academy that teaches composers how to master Interval Theory—a groundbreaking and intuitive approach to composition. Join me in a live Intro Event:https://musicintervaltheory.academy/intro/My mission is to help composers break free from generic progressions and write music that truly stand…
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Ep. 3: Dear K&K (pedagogy edition)
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1:16:05In this episode, we ask and answer pedagogy questions in the spirit of becoming better teachers, sharing ideas, and best supporting students! Questions include: (1) I have great content but my students are drooling on themselves. What do I do? (2) It's 2025 and I'm embarrassed that my syllabus still has so many dead white male composers. (AKA I'm t…
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Learn how slow changes, colorful chords, and voice-leading can make your ambient chord progressions more immersive, expressive and captivating! Find me on: 🔥Beyond Music Theory Blog 🎵Online Lessons 🎵Online Music Courses 📚Beyond Music Theory eBook #MusicTheory #AmbientMusic #ChordProgressions #MusicComposition #MusicProduction #CreativeChords #Music…
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Send us a text Episode 13: Improvisation_Part_1 – Unlock the Secrets of Music Theory & Improvisation Welcome to Episode 13 of our music theory podcast! In this episode, we dive deep into improvisation, a critical skill for musicians and composers alike. Whether you're a seasoned music theorist, a music student, or simply a music theory enthusiast, …
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Ep. 2: A Tale of Two Academies: Case Studies
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1:12:24In this episode, we continue talking about who gets to belong in both music academia and popular music genres, including Dolly Parton, Lil Nas X, Miley Cyrus, Beyoncé, Mickey Guyton, Florence Price, and Mari Esabel Valverde. Lesson plans, links, references are all available on our blog, from-the-margins.com - check it out! Stay tuned for our next e…
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Discover how to harmonize melodies with chord and modal colors for deeper emotional impact and creative harmonic textures – tips to elevate your harmonization skills! Find me on: 🔥 Beyond Music Theory Blog🎵 Private Online Lessons🎵 Online Music Courses 📚 Beyond Music Theory eBook 📚 Mastering the Art of Harmonizing Melodies Reference Links:- The Diat…
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Send us a text In this episode of The Harmonious Blacksmith, we dive deep into the world of arpeggios, a cornerstone concept in music theory that every music student, theorist, and music theory enthusiast should master. Whether you’re a beginner or an advanced musician, understanding the mechanics of arpeggios is crucial for improving your musical …
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Watch the video version on YouTube:https://youtu.be/rvSapllN5RAThis is what I do ... Intuitive Composition Techniques Based on the Intervals.https://musicintervaltheory.academy/Di The Music Interval Theory Podcast
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In this episode, we talk about structural inequities in two music academies: higher education and the popular recording industry. We ask, "who gets to belong?" in both spaces (hint: racial and gendered hierarchies affect both!) and reflect on our own experiences as music theory grad students. All of our links and references are available on our blo…
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Ep170 Top Hits of 2024 with Lila
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1:28:38In episode 170 of the Guitar Music Theory audio podcast, I look back at some of the top songs from 2024 with a very special guest, my 12-year-old daughter, Lila! 🎸 What do you SPECIFICALLY need to do to play guitar better? Answer the questions about your playing at https://www.GuitarMusicTheory.com and get FREE custom video instruction calibrated t…
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Watch this episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/g5Y66Ko1_k0This is what I do ... Intuitive Composition Techniques Based on the Intervals.https://musicintervaltheory.academy/Di The Music Interval Theory Podcast
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Send us a text In this special episode of our Music Theory Podcast, we dive deep into a comprehensive Season 1 Review and provide an exciting Season 2 Preview. Whether you're a passionate music theorist, a dedicated music student, or a seasoned musician, this episode is packed with valuable insights and analysis that will help you elevate your unde…
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Learn how to create stunning ambient chords exploring different chord voicings, extensions, pedal notes, all while adding movement and atmosphere to your music Find me on: 🔥 Beyond Music Theory Blog🎵 Online Lessons 🎵 Online Music Courses 📚 Beyond Music Theory eBook 00:00 - Intro00:36 - Know Your Chords01:28 - Chord Voicings and Connection04:…
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Who are we? In this episode, we chat about who we are, what Thanksgiving sides we are, and how we got here. Tune in to learn more about your co-hosts, Kasey and Kaitlyn!Di Kaitlyn Clawson Cannestra and Kasey Lynch
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Do you want to join me in one of the live Introduction Events to Interval Theory? I'll show and explain how Interval Theory works in action and how you will benefit from it. Please note that these events are not for beginners, though.https://musicintervaltheory.academy/intro/You can even support me on Patreon and unlock exclusive content for Patreo…
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Send us a text Podcast Episode: Keys and The Circle of Fifths In this episode of our music theory podcast, we dive deep into the fascinating world of musical keys and the Circle of Fifths, two fundamental concepts every musician, composer, and music student must understand. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced player, mastering the Circle of Fi…
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How have we not done this one before...? Feedback: musicandtheorypodcast@gmail.comFollow us on: Instagram (musicandtheorypodcastofficial) Facebook (@themusicandtheorypodcast)
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Welcome to our new pod, From The Margins: What Music Theory Doesn't Want You To Know, a podcast party where we gossip about music theory’s deepest, darkest secrets… and you’re invited! 🎉 Our "Who Are We" preview episode drops January 1, and our first full episode, "A Tale of Two Academies," drops January 15. Join us for some laughs, some seriousnes…
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Do you want to join me in one of the live Introduction Events to Interval Theory? I'll show and explain how Interval Theory works in action and how you will benefit from it. Please note that these events are not for beginners, though.https://musicintervaltheory.academy/intro/You can even support me on Patreon and unlock exclusive content for Patreo…
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Send us a text In Ear Training_Part_1: Intervals, we dive deep into the foundational concepts of ear training and intervals, tailored specifically for beginner music theorists and aspiring musicians. Whether you're a guitar player looking to improve your aural skills, a music student starting your journey in music theory, or simply seeking to sharp…
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In episode 169 of the Guitar Music Theory podcast, I review some Christmas song guitar lessons I’ve previously posted on YouTube. These lessons feature great Christmas songs to learn, and I’ll break down the nuggets of music theory wisdom each one provides. Topics include passing chords, chord melody, playing in sixths, and more. Join the email lis…
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I’ll be showing you how to use a 4/4 time signature to mimic the feel of odd meters by rethinking rhythmic structures and more... Find me on: 🔥 Beyond Music Theory Blog🎵 Online Lessons 🎵 Online Music Courses 📚 Beyond Music Theory eBook
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Do you want to join me in one of the live Introduction Events to Interval Theory? I'll show and explain how Interval Theory works in action and how you will benefit from it. Please note that these events are not for beginners, though.https://musicintervaltheory.academy/intro/You can even support me on Patreon and unlock exclusive content for Patreo…
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Send us a text Podcast Episode Title: Chord Progressions | Unlocking the Secrets of Harmony in Music Theory In this episode of [Podcast Name], we dive deep into the fascinating world of chord progressions and their pivotal role in music theory. Whether you’re a beginner or an advanced musician, understanding chord progressions is key to unlocking t…
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Today, we'll be scoring a pirate scene with powerful orchestral music. If you want to score this scene as well, here's the download package for you:https://shorturl.at/V9uosIf you want to watch the video version of this episode, it's available on my YouTube channel:https://youtu.be/A1b5WeXsuAsDo you want to join me in one of the live Introduction E…
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Do you want to join me in one of the live Introduction Events to Interval Theory? I'll show and explain how Interval Theory works in action and how you will benefit from it. Please note that these events are not for beginners, though.https://musicintervaltheory.academy/intro/You can even support me on Patreon and unlock exclusive content for Patreo…
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Send us a text All About Minor Scales – A Complete Guide to Minor Scales in Music Theory Welcome to this deep dive into minor scales! In this episode, we explore everything you need to know about minor scales in music theory. Whether you're a musician, music educator, or guitar player, understanding the minor scale is essential for mastering music …
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Using the chromatic scale to create music can be very off-putting as there are too many approach possibilities. Let's explore it using a polytonal approach and harness the power of the chromatic scale. Connecting Sections in your music arrangements: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5fVQNOnTYtI Find me on: 🔥 Beyond Music Theory Blog🎵 Online Les…
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Send us a text All About Scales Part 2 | Music Theory Podcast In All About Scales Part 2, we continue our comprehensive exploration of scales in music theory. Whether you're a music theorist, music educator, musician, or music student, this episode dives deeper into the complexities of scale construction, modal theory, and how scales shape harmony,…
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Do you want to join me in one of the live Introduction Events to Interval Theory? I'll show and explain how Interval Theory works in action and how you will benefit from it. Please note that these events are not for beginners, though.https://musicintervaltheory.academy/intro/You can even support me on Patreon and unlock exclusive content for Patreo…
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Today I’m going to talk about the importance of planning where to use your out-of-key materials, in this case, harmonic materials. 🎵 Mastering The Art Of Harmonizing Melodies –https://courses.beyondmusictheory.org/b/IN1ic Find me on: 🔥 Beyond Music Theory Blog🎵 Online Lessons 🎵 Online Music Courses 📚 Beyond Music Theory eBook Suppor…
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Link to the video version: https://youtu.be/Y69JZ8m-Llc Do you want to join me in one of the live Introduction Events to Interval Theory? I'll show and explain how Interval Theory works in action and how you will benefit from it. Please note that these events are not for beginners, though. https://musicintervaltheory.academy/intro/ You can even sup…
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Send us a text Triads and Chords Part 2 | Music Theory Podcast Welcome to Triads and Chords Part 2 on the Music Theory Podcast! In this episode, we continue our deep dive into the world of triads and chords, building on the foundational concepts covered in Part 1. Whether you're a music theorist, music educator, musician, or music student, this epi…
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I’m going to show you how you can create surprisingharmonic landscapes by using a technique called modal layering. Find me on: 🔥 Beyond Music Theory Blog🎵 Online Lessons 🎵 Online Music Courses 📚 Beyond Music Theory eBook SupportingLinks: 📚 Intervals- https://www.beyondmusictheory.org/intervals/ 📚 Chordsby Fourths and Fifths -https:/…
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Send us a text Chords and Chord Progressions Part 1 | Music Theory Podcast Welcome to the Music Theory Podcast! In this episode, we delve into the fascinating world of chords and chord progressions, essential concepts for any music theorist, musician, music educator, or music student. Understanding chords and how they move through progressions is k…
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Ep168 Q&A - New Coaching Program - Bass Playing - Playing with Confidence - Running with the Devil - 3/4 vs 6/8 - Cover Band Setlist
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1:05:54In episode 168 of the Guitar Music Theory podcast, I announce my new coaching program and answer listener questions about bass playing, playing with confidence, the difference between 3/4 and 6/8 time signatures, my old cover band setlist, and the song "Runnin' with the Devil" by Van Halen. Are you ready to invest in a structured coaching program t…
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Link to this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/7hyMSIbUwRc Do you want to join me in one of the live Introduction Events to Interval Theory? I'll show and explain how Interval Theory works in action and how you will benefit from it. Please note that these events are not for beginners, though. https://musicintervaltheory.academy/intro/ You can ev…
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Send us a text All About Scales Part 1 | Music Theory Podcast In this episode of our Music Theory Podcast, we dive deep into the fundamental building blocks of music: scales. Whether you're a music theorist, music educator, musician, or music student, understanding scales is crucial for mastering music theory. All About Scales Part 1 covers the cor…
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Send us a text Triads and Chords Part 1 | Music Theory Podcast In this episode of the Music Theory Podcast, we explore the foundational concepts of triads and chords—key elements in Western music theory. Whether you're a music theorist, music educator, musician, or music student, understanding triads and chords is essential for mastering harmony, c…
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