Practical songwriting theory for songwriters. Break out of your songwriting habits and develop new chord progressions.
InstructorMusicians InspiredLessons detail how specific chords like the ii, iii, and vi function within a key to drive emotional shifts.
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These 4 complementary views highlight concrete, legible examples from the course presentation.
This educational slide illustrates the I-V-vi-IV chord progression by listing well-known pop songs such as 'Can't Stop Believin'' and 'Let it Go' that utilize this specific harmonic framework.
A clear instructional slide listing specific benefits of the course, including putting together chord progressions, breaking songwriting muscle memory, and using melody to effect your story.
This educational slide illustrates the I-iii-vi-IV chord progression using the track Heroes (We Could Be) by Alesso, Tove Lo, David Bowie, and Brian Eno as a practical example.
This instructional slide presents the I-vi-ii-V chord progression alongside the song Big Girls Don't Cry by The Four Seasons to demonstrate a common harmonic structure in hit music.
Instruction explores how melody stability and stress interact with chord selections.
The learning path relies on quizzes rather than integrated, open-ended songwriting opportunities.
The curriculum aligns with the goal of expanding songwriting variety for those with instrument experience.
