Learnings from the frontlines of music creation.

Proudly brought to you by LANDR

Create, master and release your music in one place.

Music Theory

Learn the basics of Music theory with our simple to follow tutorials. Learn about Notes, Triads, Chords, Scales, Rhythm, Harmony & more.

The producer's guide to music theory

Musical building blocks explained.

Preview of youtube video

How to Make Music: 9 Steps for Every Beginner

Preview of youtube video

Major Scales: Learn Scale Degrees, Key Signatures and More

Music Theory: The Basics of Music Making

Music Theory: The Basics of Music Making

Chord Building 101: 4 Basic Chord Types and How to Play Them

Chord Building 101: 4 Basic Chord Types and How to Play Them

Minor Scales: How to Make Sad Music

Minor Scales: How to Make Sad Music

Preview of youtube video

What is Rhythm: How Time, Beat and Meter Work in Music

Preview of youtube video

How to Read Music: A Step by Step Guide to Reading Music

Music Modes: How to Enrich Your Songs with Modal Color

Music Modes: How to Enrich Your Songs with Modal Color

What are Chord Progressions? How to Use Chords in Music

What are Chord Progressions? How to Use Chords in Music

Latest in music theory

How to Write Chord Progressions: Essential Guide

How to Write Chord Progressions: Essential Guide

Chord Inversions: How to Write Better Chord Changes

Chord Inversions: How to Write Better Chord Changes

8 Minor Chord Progressions for Evocative, Emotional Songwriting

8 Minor Chord Progressions for Evocative, Emotional Songwriting

View more of the latest LANDR blog music theory posts 👉

7 Common Chord Progressions You’ll Instantly Recognize

7 Common Chord Progressions You’ll Instantly Recognize

What is Harmony in Music? How Notes and Chords Work Together

What is Harmony in Music? How Notes and Chords Work Together

Chord Building 101: 4 Basic Chord Types and How to Play Them

Chord Building 101: 4 Basic Chord Types and How to Play Them

The 7 Best Music Theory Courses to Kickstart Learning Music

The 7 Best Music Theory Courses to Kickstart Learning Music

Music Theory: The Basics of Music Making

Music Theory: The Basics of Music Making

Preview of youtube video

Beat in Music: How to Learn Rhythm Theory and Make Beats

Circle of Fifths: What It Is and How to Use It

Circle of Fifths: What It Is and How to Use It

Preview of youtube video

Lofi Chord Progressions: 11 Easy Ways to Build Nostalgic Lo-Fi Chords

11 Emotional Chord Progressions Every Producer Should Know

11 Emotional Chord Progressions Every Producer Should Know

23 Ridiculous Songwriting Tips That Actually Work

23 Ridiculous Songwriting Tips That Actually Work

How to Write a Song: 10 Tips from Famous Artists

How to Write a Song: 10 Tips from Famous Artists

60 Music Symbols and Their Meanings Explained

60 Music Symbols and Their Meanings Explained

Connect with a pro

From session musicians to marketing wizards, LANDR Network is the fast simple way to find the help you need to kick your project up a notch.

Try LANDR Network

LANDR Network

What is Sibilance? 5 Ways To Smooth Harsh Vocals

Vocal Production

What is Sibilance? 5 Ways To Smooth Harsh Vocals

Preview of youtube video

Major Scales: Learn Scale Degrees, Key Signatures and More

Music Scales: How to Build, Play and Use Every Scale

Music Scales: How to Build, Play and Use Every Scale

8 House, Techno and EDM Chord Progressions Every Producer Needs [Free MIDI Pack]

8 House, Techno and EDM Chord Progressions Every Producer Needs [Free MIDI Pack]

What is Harmony in Music? How Notes and Chords Work Together

What is Harmony in Music? How Notes and Chords Work Together

12 Essential Drum Rudiments Every Drummer Needs to Know

12 Essential Drum Rudiments Every Drummer Needs to Know

Extended Chords: How to Add Color to Your Songs with Extensions

Extended Chords: How to Add Color to Your Songs with Extensions

What are Triads? The Musical Building Blocks of Chords

What are Triads? The Musical Building Blocks of Chords

CAGED System: How to Play Chords Along the Entire Fretboard on Guitar

CAGED System: How to Play Chords Along the Entire Fretboard on Guitar

Music theory tips and tutorials, delivered weekly

Never miss a music theory post from the LANDR Blog, subscribe to our newsletter now!

Major Scales: How to Use the Most Important Music Scale

Major Scales: How to Use the Most Important Music Scale

Connect with a pro

From session musicians to marketing wizards, LANDR Network is the fast simple way to find the help you need to kick your project up a notch.

Try LANDR Network

LANDR Network

Explore the LANDR Blog—search posts or see more articles 👉