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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Introduction

Songwriting Secrets Module 1: Music Theory Made Easy Introduction
Module 1. Music Theory Made Easy
Introduction

About This Lesson
Welcome to ‘Songwriting Secrets’ with Connor Gray, a course that encapsulates over a decade of professional experience in music education and composition. Through these nine modules, you’ll master music theory, chords, melody, basslines, rhythm, arrangement, and even genre-specific techniques, empowering you to elevate your compositions and pursue a confident career in music.
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