News — Music Theory Courses

We have a new course on writing memorable melodies that we just released.  The goal is to provide a set of tools to help you develop better melody writing habits.  Breaking free from creative ruts can be one of the most challenging aspects of melody writing. If you've ever felt stuck repeating the same musical ideas or struggled to bring freshness to your compositions, we have a new course for you. We're excited to announce: "Basic Melodic Practice," designed to provide you with practical tools and lessons to rejuvenate your melody writing. Reinvigorate Your Melodic Creativity "Basic Melodic Practice" focuses...

Learn how a new way to compose by focusing on motif and themes first, without worrying about chord progressions.  Check out our latest mini-course, The Venus Legacy! This course is centered around a full composition built on cinematic sound, designed to teach you how to use small motifs and thematic ideas to create expansive, compelling pieces of music. With a focus on thematic reuse, you’ll discover how even the simplest motifs can serve as the glue that holds a composition together. We’ll explore advanced harmony techniques like cadence replacements, modulations, and more, all while working with a detailed reduction and...