Category: Music Theory

When to Use 7th Chords: A Seventh Chord Guide for Songwriters!

by Daniel Thrasher | Sep 13, 2024 | Music Theory, Songwriting Basics | 0

There’s something special about the seventh chord. It feels like that warmth in the back of...

Why Is Music Theory Important for Songwriting?

by Daniel Thrasher | Nov 3, 2021 | Music Theory | 0

There’s a HUGE ongoing debate in the music world about whether learning music theory is important...

How to Write Songs With Power Chords: Quick, Easy, and LOUD!

by Daniel Thrasher | Feb 8, 2021 | Music Theory, Songwriting Basics | 0

Next to sideways baseball caps and pinky rings, there’s just nothing cooler than the humble...

Changing Keys in Music: 5 Brilliant Modulation Techniques for Songwriting

by Daniel Thrasher | Dec 8, 2020 | Music Theory | 0

Changing keys in music is an amazing effect that adds energy, contrast, and interest into your...

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