Music Theory & Education

Tutorial | Apr 28, 2018 by Hollin Jones

Understanding the basics of keyboard playing needn't be scary even if you've never had format training. In this quick video, Matt Vanacoro explains how to play major scales.

Tutorial | Mar 25, 2018 by Hollin Jones

Ear training is crucial to becoming a better player and producer. Here, Gregg Fine explains how to listen to the rhythm and phrasing of musical parts to better understand them.

Tutorial | Mar 08, 2018 by Hollin Jones

Understanding the relationship between the different rhythms in your melody, accompaniment and other musical elements can help you produce a more effective musical score. Here's how.

Tutorial | Mar 03, 2018 by Hollin Jones

In this short video from his course covering all aspects of keyboard skills for producers, Matt Vanacoro shows you how to avoid the physical stresses of long term keyboard playing.

Tutorial | Mar 02, 2018 by Hollin Jones

The Beatles pioneered the use of chord sequences that came to define popular music. In this short video, Matt Freiman reveals how they did it - and its simplicity may surprise you.

Tutorial | Feb 18, 2018 by Hollin Jones

In this short video, Scott Freiman explains how the Beatles' approach to chord changes and song structure makes for great pop music. Dive in now to find out how they did it!

Tutorial | Feb 16, 2018 by Matt Vanacoro

Different techniques for voicing and playing chords can radically change the way a piece of music sounds. Matt Vanacoro shares 5 pro tips for better accompaniment.

Tutorial | Feb 16, 2018 by Hollin Jones

If you have ever wondered how to make your orchestral MIDI parts sound more believable, how to work faster and get better results, you'll want to watch these two short videos.

Tutorial | Jan 23, 2018 by Joe Albano

Arranging music can be tricky with the almost limitless freedom provided by modern DAWs. Here are 8 pro tips to avoid mistakes and get the best arrangement possible.

Tutorial | Jan 22, 2018 by Jay Asher

Logic Pro X has so many timesaving tricks and shortcuts if you know where to look for them. Here, Jay Asher shares some of his personal favorites for speeding up your workflow.

Tutorial | Jan 22, 2018 by Hollin Jones

When preparing a score for transfer between applications, knowing the best form of quantization to use can be crucial. This video explains why.

Tutorial | Jan 14, 2018 by Hollin Jones

Your approach to programming virtual strings depends on whether they will eventually be played by real instruments. This short video has some pro library selection advice.

Tutorial | Dec 10, 2017 by G.W. Childs IV

Playing by ear can be tricky to master but it's a great skill to have. Here are 5 tips to help you on your way to being a more instinctive player.

Tutorial | Dec 01, 2017 by Hollin Jones

By understanding this simple but seldom-discussed rhythmic technique you can take simple musical parts and make them more interesting. Jordan Rudess shows you how.

Tutorial | Nov 19, 2017 by Matt Vanacoro

Here's how using different kinds of common tones - additional notes held as part of a chord - can add an extra quality to your playing and go beyond simple chord structures.