Songwriting Secrets

Module 1: Music Theory Made Easy
12 Topics
Introduction
1.0 – How To Succeed
1.1 – The Musical Alphabet
1.2 – Intervals
1.3 – Major Scales
1.4 – Alternate Major Scales
1.5 – Minor Scales
1.6 – Alternate Minor Scales
1.7 – Major & Minor Relativity
1.8 – Circle Of Fifths
1.9 – Intervals Continued
1.10 – Rhythm
Module 2: Beginner Chords
9 Topics
2.1 – Introduction To Chords
2.2 – How To Play Chords
2.3 – Major Keys
2.4 – Alternate Major Keys
2.5 – Writing Chord Progressions In Major
2.6 – Minor Keys
2.7 – Alternate Minor Keys
2.8 – Writing Chord Progressions In Minor
2.9 – Harmonic Rhythm
Module 3: Intermediate Chords
8 Topics
3.1 – Suspended Chords
3.2 – Diminished Chords
3.3 – Augmented Chords
3.4 – Seventh Chords
3.5 – Writing Progressions In Major Using Seventh Chords
3.6 – Writing Progressions In Minor Using Seventh Chords
3.7 – Sixth Chords
3.8 – Inversions & Slash Chords
Module 4: Advanced Chords
9 Topics
4.1 – Functional Harmony In Major
4.2 – Functional Harmony In Minor
4.3 – Extending Chord Progressions Length
4.4 – Extended Chords
4.5 – How To Use Extended Chords
4.6 – Passing Chords – Part 1
4.7 – Passing Chords – Part 2
4.8 – Modes
4.9 – Modal Interchange & Non-Diatonic Harmony
Module 5: Memorable Melodies
7 Topics
5.1 – Introduction To Melody
5.2 – Writing Melodies In Major
5.3 – Writing Melodies In Minor
5.4 – Call & Response
5.5 – Harmonizing A Melody
5.6 – Chord Tones
5.7 – Harmonic & Melodic Minor
Module 6: Driving Basslines
7 Topics
6.1 – Introduction To Bass
6.2 – Writing Bass Lines
6.3 – Adding Fifths
6.4 – Adding Thirds
6.5 – Passing Tones
6.6 – Syncopation
6.7 – Pedal Tones
Module 7: Rhythm & Drums
8 Topics
7.1 – Writing Drum Beats
7.2 – Cymbals & Off-Snare
7.3 – Half & Double Time
7.4 – Triplets
7.5 – Percussion
7.6 – Fills
7.7 – Swing
7.8 – Slugging
Module 8: Arrangement
8 Topics
8.1 – Arrangement Overview
8.2 – Intro & Outro
8.3 – Verse, Chorus & Bridge
8.4 – Transitions
8.5 – Sketching & Initial Ideas
8.6 – Orchestration & Instrument Choice
8.7 – Loop Method
8.8 – Reference Tracks
Bonus Module: Genre Analysis
9 Topics
9.1 – Hip-Hop
9.2 – Pop
9.3 – EDM
9.4 – R&B
9.5 – Lo-Fi
9.6 – Classic Pop
9.7 – Classic Rock
9.8 – Jazz
9.9 – Film Score
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1.1 – The Musical Alphabet

Songwriting Secrets Module 1: Music Theory Made Easy 1.1 – The Musical Alphabet
Module 1. Music Theory Made Easy
1.1 – The Musical Alphabet

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About This Lesson
Welcome to Module 1 of Songwriting Secrets, where we dive into Music Theory Made Easy. In this module, we explore the musical alphabet, the foundation for understanding everything we’ll learn. Mastering the seven letters and their sharp and flat variations will unlock a world of musical possibilities.
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