About the I, IV, V and vi Chords
Learn about the four chords that countless musical masterpieces have been built on, how they’re named, and how you can craft tunes out of them yourself.
Christopher Sutton
Founder and Director of Musical U, Christopher Sutton is a lifelong passionate musician, dedicated to the mission of helping people to achieve their true, full musical potential.
Educated at Gonville and Caius College, Cambridge (BA) and Queen Mary, University of London (MSc) Christopher founded Musical U (then, Easy Ear Training) in 2009 to pioneer new ways to make musicality training easy, fun and effective.
He is the creator of best-selling iOS apps Relative Pitch and SingTrue and the viral sensation ToneDeafTest.com. He has authored hundreds of articles and tutorials on Musical-U.com as well as countless other websites and publications, including Making Music Magazine and Total Guitar Magazine.
He is the host of Musicality Now the popular audio/video podcast focusing exclusively on musicality, where he's had the chance to interview over 100 world-leading experts, as well as sharing his own insights and guidance based on the methodology and frameworks created inside Musical U membership.
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Posts by Christopher Sutton
Turning Ordinary People into Musicians, with Casey McCann
The Musicality Podcast interviews music educator extraordinaire Casey McCann about how she developed musicality, and how she passes it on to her students.
Why and How to Learn Theory, with Matthew Scott Phillips and Jeremy Burns
We interview the minds behind the Music Student 101 podcast, Matthew and Jeremy, about music theory, ear training, and the value of doing a music degree.
About Transcribing Music
Taking music you hear and putting it onto paper doesn’t need to involve complicated notation or a perfect re-creation. Learn about the art of transcription!
The Rhythm of Success, with Steve Nixon
Musician and music educator Steve Nixon talks rhythm, improvisation, and gives his own inspiring take on the great musical debate of hard work vs. talent.
About Good Music Habits
Learn four effective tips for making the most of your practice time, achieving your musical goals faster, and being the best musician you can be.
Finding and Sustaining Creativity, with David Andrew Wiebe
Writer, songwriter, and performer David Andrew Wiebe talks about creativity and inspiration, and the places where these elusive creatures can be found.
About Finding Chords in Scales
Understanding the relationship between scales and chords has numerous practical benefits. Learn how to easily go from one to the other using a simple trick!
A Toolbox of Musical Understanding, with Scott Sharp
The Musicality Podcast interviews Fretboard Toolbox creator Scott Sharp about his unique system for understanding notes and chords.
About Mindfulness for Musicians
Mindfulness goes a long way in playing music. Learn how to eradicate negative thought patterns so you can practice and perform at the best of your ability!
Note2Self: “I Love This!”, with Lisa McCormick
Sometimes, it’s not your skills holding you back, but your mindset. Musician/teacher Lisa McCormick shares the secret of overcoming these mental barriers!
About the 10,000 Hour Rule
Does it really take 10,000 hours to become a master musician? We explore the truths and caveats of the rule, and how you can apply it to your practice.
