Learn Music Theory
Hundreds of musical concepts related to melody, harmony, and rhythm are blended together to make music. The study of these concepts is called music theory, and understanding music theory is how you learn what's going on inside music. Music theory is for players and singers of any level who want a deeper appreciation of music -- rock 'n' rollers wanting broader musical horizons, jazzers needing more knowledge of chords and scales, theory students needing supplementary help, or classically trained folks wanting to branch into popular styles or to read from fake books.
Learn how to read music notation, beat and rhythm, intervals, scales, and how the most commonly used instruments create sound. Learn basic music reading with note names and time values, accidentals, ties, and other symbols and terms, as well as the theory behind the most common scales and chords.
Perhaps you’ll want to go deeper into the essential topics of jazz theory. Understand how contemporary jazz players think, and to apply theory concepts in your own playing. Build your knowledge of chord building, harmonic movement, modes, II-V-I licks, polychords, blues, rhythm changes, how to learn tunes, practice techniques, playing outside, and more. Browse our complete selections by clicking below, or check out our most poplular music theory items.