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Want to play by ear? Well, do then!

Want to play by ear? Well, do then!

by Christopher Sutton | Playing By Ear, Melodies | 0 comments

In last week’s post I asked “Can you play by ear?” and explored what we actually mean by “playing by ear” and why you might care about this skill, sometimes assumed to be an all-or-nothing (almost magical) ability. Despite the common...

How can I learn to recognize intervals?

by Musical U Team | Intervals | 0 comments

Step One: Get up to speed on the basics Make sure you understand what intervals are and what you want to achieve. Step Two: Choose a method There are three popular approaches: Reference songs, solfege, and the “Nike method”. Reference Songs: Using tunes...
Don’t get stuck writing ‘four-chord songs’

Don’t get stuck writing ‘four-chord songs’

by Andree-Ann D. | 4 Chord Songs, 3 Chord Songs, Chord Progressions | 0 comments

If you write songs, you’ve probably been faced with the troubling ‘blank page’ syndrome when choosing chords. Learn how to get unstuck and write better songs.

About Perfect Pitch

About Perfect Pitch

by Musical U Team | Podcast, Ear Training, Perfect Pitch

Perfect pitch (the ability to name notes by ear) is impressive and useful. But is something you can or should learn? Discover the truth here.

Identifying Major and Minor Keys: Two Shortcuts

Identifying Major and Minor Keys: Two Shortcuts

by Musical U Team | Key

Learn to identify major and minor keys by ear and it will be much easier for you to play by ear and improvise. Here are two shortcuts to help you learn.

Rhythm Tips for Identifying Music Genres by Ear

Rhythm Tips for Identifying Music Genres by Ear

by Madars Biss | Genres, Rhythm, Tempo

Can you identify the genre of any song just by listening to it? This is a great skill to develop, and it’s a fun one to train your ears for! Find out how.

The Ultimate Guide to the Circle of Fifths

The Ultimate Guide to the Circle of Fifths

by Musical U Team | Music Theory, Chords, Key

Follow along with our all-in-one guide to learn how this master tool can help you play music, understand theory, and even write a masterpiece.

What is the Kodály Method?

What is the Kodály Method?

by Musical U Team | Ear Training, Rhythm, Solfa

Discover the Kodály method, a dynamic and collaborative approach to music education that combines body movements, singing, and ear training exercises.

5 Top Tips to Learn to Play By Ear (Steve Myers)

5 Top Tips to Learn to Play By Ear (Steve Myers)

by Guest Expert | Playing By Ear, Melodies | 4 comments

This week we have another terrific guest expert joining us to share their perspective on learning to play by ear. We’re very pleased to welcome the founder of Theta Music: Steve Myers! I started playing guitar at age 11, and learned songs by sitting down with...
Great Music – or just Great Marketing? Experts explain why Adele’s "Hello" is a hit

Great Music – or just Great Marketing? Experts explain why Adele’s "Hello" is a hit

by Guest Expert | Song Writing, Timbre

Adele’s new song “Hello” has been a phenomenal hit but opinions are divided about whether it’s music or marketing which is responsible for its success.

Intervals in 5 Minutes

Intervals in 5 Minutes

by Christopher Sutton | Intervals, Music Theory

Intervals are an essential skill for musicians, letting you play by ear, create your own music and improvise. Learn all you need to know in just 5 minutes.

The Many Moods of Musical Modes

The Many Moods of Musical Modes

by Anastasia Voitinskaia | Scales, Genres, Intervals, Melodies, Music Theory

Enter the exciting, nuanced world of the seven musical modes with our guide to understanding, building, and using these expressive scales.

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