Can you name a song that starts in F? Bruckner’s Ave Maria, Mozart’s Piano Concerto #19, and Part of Your World from Walt Disney’s The Little Mermaid all begin with an F major chord. This lesson provides a complete tutorial and walk-through of the F major key signature, the chords within, and F major chord […]
Continue readingAll musicians practice their major and minor scales. There are twenty-four of them altogether, twelve of which are major and twelve minor. F Major is one of the major scales. The key of F Major is based on the notes of this scale. If you want to play music in the key of F Major, […]
Continue readingI just called to say welcome to the D Flat Major scale. Artists like Stevie Wonder and Ed Sheeran have used this scale to create sing-a-long hits [1]. They and so many others knew top secret information on putting this scale to work for them. By the end of this post, you will too. Modes […]
Continue readingIt may surprise you to know that not all musicians can read music [1]. In fact, there are a large number of them who play or write with other methods. Music is a universal language and one that people all over the world can communicate in. But despite this, 95% of people can’t read music […]
Continue readingToday we’re talking all about the F minor scale. There are actually three different types of minor scales: Natural, Harmonic, and Melodic minor scales. We’ll cover the basic formula for finding the minor scales of any key, as well as the specific notes of each kind of F minor scale. You can also find our […]
Continue readingLearning how to play a scale is more than just memorizing notes and where to put your fingers. If you really want to understand scales, you should learn the theory behind them. The D major scale is an important one to know, especially if you play a string instrument like the violin. It has appeared […]
Continue readingWhat do Queen’s “Bohemian Rhapsody,” Eric Clapton’s “I Shot the Sheriff,” and Eminem’s “Love the Way You Lie,” have in common? They’re all in the key of B flat major [1]. Here, we’re breaking down everything that makes the B flat major scale, from the basic anatomy of the scale to reading the scale on […]
Continue readingMinor keys are the shadows to major keys shinier, happier primary colors. They’re an essential component of expressing the full range of human emotions, and not just sadness either [1]. Think of minor keys, chords, and scales as the drop shadows that give dimension and depth to a composition. Like with literature, conflict is necessary […]
Continue readingThe key of Eb minor may be one of the most commonly used minor keys for many famous composers. It’s no wonder it’s a vital aspect of any new pianist or musicians’ education. Don’t worry, we’ve made it simple for you with this complete introduction to the E flat minor chords that are derived from this […]
Continue readingIf you’ve spent some time digging deep into music theory, you may have encountered something unusual: the double sharp. You know what a sharp is, so you’re a little fuzzy on what a double sharp is supposed to be. Or, maybe you don’t know what a sharp is either and you’re just through-and-through confused. Either […]
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