81: Music Theory 101 - Tempo, Meter and Key
The guys confuse themselves and each other (but not you) explaining the basics of music theory and its utility for DIY music production
Many of us had unpleasant run-ins with music theory through involuntary music lessons as kids but is it actually useful as a studio tool? Maybe. Sometimes. It's a tool that can help you out of arrangement and production jams. Stuck trying to figure out which chord to play next in a progression? Need to get a bassline that will work with your vocal melody? Theory can help.
In this episode, Ben takes us through the three basic elements of music theory: Tempo, Meter and Key.
You will learn:
In this episode, Ben takes us through the three basic elements of music theory: Tempo, Meter and Key.
You will learn:
- Why theory is becoming more and more important for the DIY bedroom producer
- The definition of music theory - and why Vadim disagrees with it
- How tempo relates to meter
- How common meters dictate "feels" in Western music
- How to use meters to create unique arrangements - and some famous examples
- The basics of keys and how they subdivide the 12 notes in music and allow the creation of a "mood"
- The circle of fifths finally explained in a way that even Vadim can understand and how to use it to help you determine what key a piece of music is in
Where to Find the Guys
Free DIY Recording eBook: https://www.howtorecordyourband.com
Vadim's Studio Site - Get your FREE test mix today! - https://www.calmfrogrecording.com
Benjamin's Studio Site - https://www.dreamloudstudio.com
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Free DIY Recording eBook: https://www.howtorecordyourband.com
Vadim's Studio Site - Get your FREE test mix today! - https://www.calmfrogrecording.com
Benjamin's Studio Site - https://www.dreamloudstudio.com
Leave a rating. Be a friend - http://www.getpodcast.reviews/id/1494761702
