What is a chorus in a song? Understanding its role and importance
Dive into the role of a chorus in a song, how it enhances the emotional impact of music, and tips...
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The tritone: Why it’s called the devil’s interval and how to use it
Let's walk through what a tritone is, its impact across music history, and its surprising sensitive side that isn't so...
Award-winning pointblank Alumni, Sanchit Balhara Composes Bollywood Blockbuster ‘War 2’
If you’re a big fan of Bollywood blockbusters, there’s a good chance Sanchit Balhara was the one behind the music....
Kris Bowers (The Wild Robot, Bridgerton) on his approach to composing character themes
Kris Bowers (The Wild Robot, Bridgerton) walks through how he approaches character themes, composing music for two iconic characters.
What is a verse in a song? How to write a verse
Learn about what a verse is, its purpose in a song, and techniques for how to write effective verses of...
How to write a song: Make a song in 7 steps
Learn how to write a song in seven steps—from lyrics to arrangement, we cover the full songwriting process in this...
The diminished chord: What it is and how to use them
Learn about what a diminished chord is and how to use half-diminished seventh chords, diminished seventh chords, and triads in...
What is rhythm in music: An introduction to beats, meters, and tempo
Rhythm is arguably the most fundamental element of music—in this in-depth guide, learn about the basics of how to read...
Taylor Deupree and Joseph Branciforte on transcribing an electronic classic
"Highlighting inconsistencies": when it came time to transcribe Taylor Deupree's seminal 2002 electronic drone album Sti.il for acoustic instruments, everything...
How to Arrange Chords Like a Pro Musician
Arranging chords is an important aspect of songwriting as it helps create the overall structure and feel of a song....
