Harmony and Chord Progressions

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Udemy

Master the "tactics" of music, such as chord progressions, by familiarising yourself with the ideas and concepts of music theory.

Mode

Online

Fees

₹ 4999

Quick Facts

particular details
Medium of instructions English
Mode of learning Self study
Mode of Delivery Video and Text Based

Course overview

Harmony means playing numerous notes at once. Almost all music we listen to has harmony, and a chord is a collection of pitches that form a single harmonic concept. Chord progressions are one way to show a piece's harmony, but they're not the only way. Francois Rengère, sound designer and Tom Wagner, music producer created the Harmony and Chord Progressions certification,  which is provided through Udemy.

Harmony and Chord Progressions online syllabus comprises 5.5 hours of self-paced learning resources, which include one article with lifetime unrestricted access. They are geared towards people who wish to learn the fundamentals of western harmony, the theory behind chord progressions, and how to put that knowledge to use by discovering more effective chord progressions and incorporating them into your own compositions. Harmony and Chord Progressions online training covers a variety of concepts and methods to generate compelling and fascinating chord progressions for numerous musical genres, including house, pop, rock, r&b, blues, classic, future bass, and progressive house and provides a practical application of the theoretical underpinnings. Aspirants will learn why some chord progressions work and others don't, as well as the criteria and codes for "hit song" progressions.

The highlights

  • Certificate of Completion
  • Self-Paced Course
  • Two Downloadable Resources
  • One Article
  • 5.5 Hours of Pre-Recorded Video Content

Program offerings

  • Online course
  • Learning resources
  • 30-day money-back guarantee
  • Perpetual access
  • Accessible on mobile devices and tv
  • Flexible deadlines

Course and certificate fees

Fees information
₹ 4,999
certificate availability

Yes

certificate providing authority

Udemy

What you will learn

Knowledge of music

After completing the Harmony and Chord Progressions online certification, individuals will develop an in-depth understanding of the theory of chord progressions, and the fundamentals of western harmony techniques for incorporating the learning into their own works and the techniques for creating new and intriguing chord progressions that may be used in a wide range of musical styles like house, pop, rock, r&b, blues, classic, future bass, and progressive house. Individuals will also learn about the concepts involved with dissecting chord progressions, determining what makes some succeed and others fail, and analyzing the rules and codes for "hit song" progressions.

The syllabus

Introduction: Harmony & Chord Progressions

  • Introduction to the Course + Download Resources
  • Feedback wanted

Western Harmony Basics Part 1

  • Overview and Definition of a Chord
  • Example: Chords vs. Melodies - Its all about the Instruments!
  • Intervals
  • What is a Scale? C Major Scale
  • Triads - Thirds & Fifths, Minor vs Major, Being in "Key"

Western Harmony Basics Part 2

  • The Diatonic Chords of C Major
  • Roman Numerals and Scale Degrees
  • Inversions
  • Transposing
  • The Natural Minor Scale
  • Relative Minor, Circle of Fifths

Types of Chords

  • Sevenths Chords
  • Added Tone Chords & 9ths
  • Sus Chords
  • Example: Sus Chords
  • Chord "Finder"
  • Power Chords
  • Arpeggios

Chord Progressions

  • Chord Substitution
  • Example: Chord Substitution
  • Voicing
  • What makes a "good" Chord Progression?
  • Analysis of a "good" Chord Progression
  • Borrowed Chords
  • Parallel Minor - Chord Borrowing
  • Parallel Major/Minor Scales - More Chord Borrowing
  • Secondary Dominants
  • Diatonic Passing Chords
  • Chromatic Passing Chords
  • Modulation

Practicals: Chord "Magic"

  • Chord Magic (1) - Analysis and Examples
  • Chord Magic (2) - Analysis and Examples
  • Chord Magic - Sound 1 - Deep Sounds
  • Chord Magic - Sound 2 - Ballad Hello
  • Chord Magic - Sound 3 - Plucks
  • Chord Magic - Sound 4 - Happy Tropic

Bonus Videos - Chords Writing Sessions

  • Writing a Melody with the C Major Scale (Francois)
  • Writing a EDM-ish Melody with the A-Minor Scale (Francois)
  • Creating an EDM Chord Progression and Melody (Tom)
  • Writing Future Bass Chords (Tom)
  • Writing a Tropical House Chord Progression and Melody (Tom)
  • Writing a Progressive House Chord Progression and Melody (Tom)

Acknowledgements & Thank You

  • Acknowledgements & Thank You

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