Make Pop Music – Music Theory Fundamentals

Exciting news! We have teamed up with Christopher Siu to bring you an incredible course on music theory and composition. Christopher has meticulously crafted a 17-part series that covers the fundamental aspects of music theory. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to enhance your skills, this course has something for everyone. Get ready to dive into the world of music theory and composition!

Here’s a breakdown of the lessons included in this series:

• Course Intro: An introduction to the course and what you can expect to learn.
• Notes, Half Steps, Whole Steps, Sharps, and Flats: Understanding the basics of musical notation and the concept of steps in music.
• Rhythm: Exploring different rhythmic patterns and their significance in music.
• Intervals: Learning about intervals and how they contribute to melody and harmony.
• Scales: Understanding different scales and their role in creating melodies.
• Circle of Fifths: Exploring the circle of fifths and its application in music theory.
• Chords: Delving into the world of chords and their importance in harmony.
• Scale Degrees: Examining the different degrees of a scale and their functions.
• Cadences: Understanding cadences and their role in creating musical phrases.
• Chord Progressions: Exploring common chord progressions and their emotional impact.
• Inversions & Voice Leadings: Learning about chord inversions and smooth voice leading techniques.
• Creating Progressions: Discovering how to create your own unique chord progressions.
• Writing Melody onto Chords: Understanding how to write compelling melodies that complement chords.
• Secondary Dominants: Exploring the concept of secondary dominants and their use in composition.
• Modulation: Learning how to modulate between different keys for added musical interest.
• Song Analysis: Analyzing popular songs like “Havana” by Camilia Cabelo, “Home” by Michael Buble, and “Wish U Were Gay” by Billie Eilish to understand their composition techniques.
• Modes: Delving into the modes and their unique characteristics.
• Course Conclusion: Wrapping up the course and reflecting on the journey.

Get ready to unlock the mysteries of music theory and composition. By the end of this course, you’ll have a solid foundation in music theory and the skills to compose your own music. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity!