Music Theory in 90 Minutes: Practical Skills for Musicians
Music Theory in 90 Minutes: Practical Skills for Musicians
.MP4, AVC, 1280x720, 30 fps | English, AAC, 2 Ch | 1h 31m | 1.38 GB
Instructor: J. Anthony Allen
.MP4, AVC, 1280x720, 30 fps | English, AAC, 2 Ch | 1h 31m | 1.38 GB
Instructor: J. Anthony Allen
Practical theory for real songs. Skip the stuffy lectures, start writing better music today.
What you'll learn
- Apply essential music theory concepts directly to songwriting, enhancing your compositions
- Read basic music notation and analyze popular songs to uncover the theory behind their appeal
- Craft catchy melodies and chord progressions that grab listeners' attention
- Master the Circle of Fifths to unlock endless songwriting possibilities
Requirements
- A desire to improve your songwriting, an open mind, and a willingness to explore new concepts in a practical, hands-on way.
- No prior music theory knowledge needed - we start from the basics!
- Basic familiarity with any instrument is helpful but not required.
- We'll cover just enough music reading to get you going, no fluency required.
Description
Ditch the Theory Textbooks and Start Creating Music NOW
Hey there, I'm J. Anthony Allen. If you've been putting off learning music theory because it seems too complicated or time-consuming, this accelerated class is designed specifically for you.
In just 90 minutes, we'll cut through the noise and focus exclusively on the theory concepts that will immediately improve your music-making. No dusty textbooks. No endless exercises. Just practical knowledge you can apply right away.
What Makes This 90-Minute Approach Different?
- Accelerated Learning: We cover only what's essential for creating music
- Applied Theory: Practice concepts as we learn them—theory meets application in real-time
- Write a Complete Song: We'll actually create music together during the class
- Visual Learning: See theory concepts demonstrated on piano, guitar, and in notation
- Downloadable Resources: Take our worksheets with you to reinforce what you've learned
What We'll Cover in Just 90 Minutes:
Essential Building Blocks
- The half-steps and whole steps that form the foundation of all music
- Key signatures demystified in 5 minutes
- The Circle of Fifths explained visually (without the headache)
Harmony Fundamentals
- Chord construction made simple
- The chord progressions behind 90% of hit songs
- How to create emotional impact with basic harmony
Melody & Rhythm
- Crafting melodies that stick with minimal theory
- How rhythm and melody work together
- Using scales effectively without memorizing dozens of patterns
Putting It All Together
- We'll write a complete song together applying what you've learned
- Breaking "rules" creatively once you understand them
- Next steps for continued growth
Who This Class Is Perfect For:
- Songwriters who want to understand why certain things work
- Producers who need a quick theory foundation
- Musicians who learn by doing, not memorizing
- Anyone who's been intimidated by traditional theory education
- Creators who want to make better music, starting today
By the end of our 90 minutes together, you'll have the tools to:
- Understand the "why" behind effective chord progressions
- Create melodies that connect with listeners
- Speak the language of music with confidence
- Apply theory concepts immediately in your own music
Ready to transform your understanding of music in just 90 minutes?
Let's skip the years of formal theory training and focus on what really matters for making music right now.
Join me, and let's get started!
Who this course is for:
- Songwriters, composers, and music enthusiasts of all levels who want to enhance their craft and deepen their understanding of how music works.
- Beginners who have found traditional theory intimidating, intermediates filling knowledge gaps, or self-taught artists ready to level up.
- If you've ever wondered "Why does this song sound so good?" - this course is for you!
Music Theory in 90 Minutes: Practical Skills for Musicians
