https://www.musical-u.com/learn/making-sense-of-polyrhythms/
What is a polyrhythm?
In this guide we’ll introduce you to the concept of polyrhythms, provide you with examples of this rhythmic complexity, and share some techniques for counting and feeling polyrhythms.
https://www.musical-u.com/learn/making-sense-of-polyrhythms/
https://www.musical-u.com/learn/how-to-approach-ear-training/
Wondering how to approach ear training?
In this article Joseph DuBose shares his experience with a terrible approach to ear training – and how that helped him discover some basic principles to continually develop his musical ear.
Jump in and start developing your musical ear today.
https://www.musical-u.com/learn/how-to-approach-ear-training/
https://www.musical-u.com/learn/the-roots-of-greatness-with-scott-devine/
What makes the world’s top musicians so great?
We were thrilled to talk with Scott Devine, the man behind Scott’s Bass Lessons, the #1 website for learning bass guitar.
Scott has interviewed, and studied with dozens upon dozens of the world’s top bassists and musicians. He learned that these elite players have one thing in common – and (spoiler alert) it’s not “talent”.
Watch the full episode to find out more.
https://www.musical-u.com/learn/the-roots-of-greatness-with-scott-devine/
w/ ScottsBassLessons.com
https://www.musical-u.com/learn/about-teachers-coaches-and-mentors/
Having proper support is essential to achieve your musical goals.
In this episode we discuss the roles that teachers, coaches, and mentors play in your musical growth.
Enjoy this free lesson and learn what kind of help you need on your journey.
https://www.musical-u.com/learn/about-teachers-coaches-and-mentors/
https://www.musical-u.com/learn/broken-chords-and-arpeggios/
There are a number of options for a guitarist to play a chord that can have a significant impact on how the listener is affected by the song.
Learn some fun ways to play chords in this free lesson.
https://www.musical-u.com/learn/broken-chords-and-arpeggios/
https://www.musical-u.com/learn/the-many-moods-of-musical-modes/
Scales are pretty incredible.
A collection of notes played in ascending order has the ability to tell a story and convey a mood. Music Theory 101 and practical lessons often neglect to mention that there’s a whole other collection of scales that can evoke moods and atmospheres beyond the cheerful-morose binary.
Let’s dive into the MODES!
https://www.musical-u.com/learn/the-many-moods-of-musical-modes/
https://www.musical-u.com/learn/rewind-a-mindset-for-music-theory/
Music theory is one of the most mystifying and confusing topics for many musicians. But, does it have to be this way?
In this episode, the Musical U team discusses music theory. You’ll learn mindset shifts you can take to open up the world of theory to your mind and ears. Your music theory experience can be more accessible, fun, and easily actionable in enhancing your own musical growth and joy.
Learn how in this episode.
https://www.musical-u.com/learn/rewind-a-mindset-for-music-theory/
https://www.musical-u.com/learn/why-cant-i-tell-whole-steps-from-half-steps/
Distinguishing intervals which are close together, like semitone and tone (a.k.a. whole step and half step / major and minor seconds) is a sticking point for many students as they learn interval recognition.
If you get stuck with a certain pair of intervals don’t be afraid to adjust your lesson plan to work around it.
After improving your ear for other intervals, you’ll find you can return to the problem pair and will find it much easier.
https://www.musical-u.com/learn/why-cant-i-tell-whole-steps-from-half-steps/
https://www.musical-u.com/learn/exploring-common-chord-progressions/
Harmony in Western music would not exist without chord progressions.
Join Musical U as we take you through a bit of theory to explain where these chords come from, look at the most popular ways in which they’re strung together, and explore how you can use these progressions to write your own unique tune without falling into the trap of music cliché.
https://www.musical-u.com/learn/exploring-common-chord-progressions/
https://www.musical-u.com/learn/buildings-and-chords-draw-inspiration-from-your-environment/
If all songs use the same three or four chords then how do we write fresh, inspired music?
Try the techniques we share in this article – and find fresh inspiration!
https://www.musical-u.com/learn/buildings-and-chords-draw-inspiration-from-your-environment/