Level: Beginner | Genre: eLearning | Language: English | Duration: 110 Lectures ( 6h 0m ) | Size: 5.76 GB
The No-BS Guide to Understanding Music Without Wanting to Throw Your Instrument Out the Window

What you'll learn

Apply essential music theory concepts directly to songwriting, enhancing your compositions
Read basic music notation and analyze popular songs to uncover the theory behind their appeal
Craft catchy melodies and chord progressions that grab listeners' attention
possibilities

Requirements

A desire to improve your songwriting, an open mind, and a willingness to explore new concepts in a practical, hands-on way.
No prior music theory knowledge needed - we start from the basics!
Basic familiarity with any instrument is helpful but not required.
We'll cover just enough music reading to get you going, no fluency required.

Description

Finally! Music Theory That Doesn't Make You Want to Quit MusicLet's be honest—you've tried learning music theory before. Maybe you made it through a few lessons before your eyes glazed over. Maybe you hurled your textbook across the room. Or maybe you've been avoiding it entirely because you've heard how mind-numbing it can be.I get it. Traditional music theory education SUCKS sometimes.Hi, I'm J. Anthony Allen, and I've witnessed countless talented musicians give up on theory because of how it's typically taught. That's why I created this course—to take this bitter pill of musical medicine and coat it in enough chocolate that you'll actually enjoy taking it.This Isn't Your Grandma's Music Theory ClassForget dusty textbooks and pretentious terminology. I've designed this 6-hour masterclass specifically for people who:Have tried learning theory before and gave up in frustrationKnow they need theory but have been actively avoiding itAre allergic to traditional academic approachesWant practical applications, not abstract conceptsNeed someone to explain it like they're a normal human beingWhy This Course Is DifferentNo Pretentious BS: I explain everything in plain English, not academic jargonPractical First, Theory Second: Every concept is immediately connected to making actual musicBuilt for Modern Musicians: Designed for today's producers, beatmakers, and songwriters—not 18th-century composersVisual Learning: See concepts demonstrated on piano, guitar, and in DAWsHumor Throughout: Because if we can't laugh while learning, what's the point?What You'll Actually LearnThe Only Basics That Actually MatterThe building blocks every musician needs (without the fluff)Why the Circle of Fifths isn't actually complicatedHow to understand keys without wanting to stab yourself with a pencilChords That Don't Make You SnoreBuilding chords that sound good (without memorizing formulas)The chord progressions behind 90% of hit songsHow to break chord "rules" and sound like a geniusMelody, Rhythm, and ArrangementCreating melodies that stick without overthinkingHow rhythm and harmony work together in the real worldUsing scales effectively without memorizing dozens of patternsPutting It All TogetherAnalyzing hit songs with your new theory knowledgeCreating your own music using what you've learnedNext steps that won't make you want to quit musicWhy Learn From Me?With over a million students taught and an average rating above 4.7, I've developed an approach that works for normal humans, not just music theory nerds. I'm a Ph.D. musician who speaks plain English, makes terrible jokes, and knows exactly where traditional theory education goes wrong.My Promise To YouBy the end of this course, you'll not only understand music theory—you might actually LIKE it.This is the course I wish existed when I was learning theory. It's the sh*t sandwich of music education served with enough chocolate that you'll come back for seconds.Let's transform music theory from your most hated subject to your secret weapon.Ready to actually enjoy learning theory? Let's do this!

Who this course is for

Songwriters, composers, and music enthusiasts of all levels who want to enhance their craft and deepen their understanding of how music works.
Beginners who have found traditional theory intimidating, intermediates filling knowledge gaps, or self-taught artists ready to level up.
If you've ever wondered "Why does this song sound so good?" - this course is for you!
Homepage:

https://www.udemy.com/course/music-theory-for-people-who-hate-music-theory/