Learn Chromatic Harmony Techniques and Progressions
Chromatic Harmony: Complete Music Theory Guide & Tutorials
Master advanced chromatic harmony techniques, from romantic era progressions to modern jazz applications. Explore our comprehensive guides, video tutorials, and practical examples for composers and producers.
Dive into the world of chromatic harmony through our carefully curated collection of music theory resources. Whether you're composing classical compositions, film scoring, or modern production, these tutorials will help you master:
Classical Techniques
Explore romantic era chromatic harmony from masters like Tchaikovsky, Chopin, and Wagner
Modern Applications
Apply chromatic harmony techniques to contemporary music production and film scoring
Practical Analysis
Study real musical examples and learn to incorporate these techniques in your own work
Essential Chromatic Harmony Learning Paths
From foundational concepts to advanced applications, explore our structured learning paths below
Chromatic Harmony Tutorial: Tchaikovsky's Orchestral Chord Progressions
Explore chromatic harmony techniques through the lens of Tchaikovsky's orchestral compositions
- Scales & Chord Progressions
- Melody Writing
- Harmonic Analysis
Chromatic Harmony: Adding 7ths & Extensions to Progressions | Music Theory Guide
Enhance simple chromatic harmony progressions using seventh chords and extensions.
- Scales & Chord Progressions
- Melody Writing
- Harmonic Analysis
Chromatic Harmony & Pivot Chain Sequences
Explore how to create and utilize sequential modulations
- Use basic progressions to understand secondary dominants
- Using V Chord as a Pivot Point
- Develop Impressive Sounding Runs
Tchaikovsky-Style Harmonic Buildups
Master the art of creating dramatic tension through sophisticated Late Romantic era techniques
- Create powerful harmonic tension using pedal points
- Learn horizontal vs vertical thinking in composition
- FREE Orchestral Reduction