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Song Structure Explained: Verse, Chorus, Bridge and More
Every song is built from a handful of parts that do specific jobs. This guide breaks down the verse, chorus, bridge, and...
The Chords in the Key of C (and How to Use Them)
The key of C has no sharps or flats, which makes it the spot where most people start learning chords. Here are the seven...
Piano Chord Progressions for Beginners
A few piano chord progressions unlock hundreds of songs. This beginner guide covers the most common patterns, the chord ...
Jazz Chord Progressions: A Beginner's Introduction
Jazz harmony sounds complicated, but most of it comes back to one progression: the ii-V-I. This is a plain-English intro...
The 12 Bar Blues: Structure and How to Play It
The 12-bar blues is one of the most recognizable chord progressions in music, and it's built on just three chords. Here'...
Common Chord Progressions Every Songwriter Should Know
Most of the songs you love are built on a handful of chord progressions, and that's a good thing. Here's a plain-English...
How to Write Lyrics That Actually Connect
Good lyrics aren't about fancy words or clever metaphors — they're about communication. This guide walks through finding...
How to Write a Song: A Step-by-Step Guide for Beginners
Writing a song isn't a magical talent reserved for a chosen few — it's a craft you can learn and get better at with reps...
Mastering Music Scale Degrees For Improved Songwriting
Ever wondered what makes a melody catchy and memorable? It's not just about the notes themselves, but also about how the...
Diatonic Vs Chromatic: Demystifying These Two Musical Scales
Ever wondered what makes a catchy melody or a powerful chord progression? It all boils down to something called scales, ...
What Is Pitch In Music? The Science Behind Musical Notes
Ever wondered why some sounds in music seem high and squeaky, while others sound deep and rumbly? That's the magic of pi...
Sad Chord Progressions: Exploring The Power Of Minor Keys
Have you ever felt a wave of emotion wash over you while listening to a song? That's often the impact of sad chord progr...