Chords with rearranged notes are called inversions. (C E G or E G C or G C E) Not only do they change the feel of the chord, they are also like hacks for playing in little pockets instead of moving up and down the keyboard or fretboard. Take a C major. (CEG) Keep your thumb on the C, but move E and G up a step to F and A. Now you are playing an inverted F major. Or take the C major again. Leave the E and G, but move the C down to a B. Now you are playing an Em. Or leave the C and E, but move the G up to an A. Now you are playing an Am. Or leave the G, but move the C and E down to B and D. Now you are playing a Gm. They are also helpful while playing a guitar because you can play the triads (3 note chords) instead of big chords and it really opens up both the fretboard and also frequency space for other instruments. Learn your triads and inversions. Then your major and minor diatonic and pentatonic scales and chord progressions. Know that the C major diatonic scale is the 7 white keys on a piano. That sequence of whole and half steps is what defines a major scale. Meaning if you start on any other notes and follow the sequence it will be the major diatonic scale in that key. Also the C major scale is what modes are based on. If you start on C and play all of the white notes, that's the C major, but also called the Ionic mode. If you play all of the white keys, but start and finish on B instead of C, it's still the C major scale, but the sequence of whole and half steps has been bumped up one position, so it's called the Dorian Mode. And so on. It's just the starting position within a scale. Also since there aren't any accidentals (black keys) within the C major, when you follow the scale using chords, the chords with accidentals get flattened into minor chords. This explains who a C Major chord progression is M m m M M m dim. Dim is because a B chord has two accidentals, so they both have to be flattened. The B becomes a minor and the 5th takes a half step back. Which is a diminished chord. Also a major chord is a stack of 3rds. So if you play a C major C E G, then add another 3rd (B) it becomes a 7th chord. If you add another 3rd (D) it becomes a 9th chord. Noticed that it doesn't land squarely back on C. If you take this to the 13th chord you are basically playing a C and a D chord at the same time. So D is basically an extension of C, and C is an extension of B, and B is an extension of A, ect ect. So there is only essentially one big major chord. Anyway, I don't know why I wrote all of that. I just wanted to mention inversions. I didn't proofread and it's late, so have pity on typos and general understandability.
I started teaching myself music production recently because of how it brings people together. It’s discouraging not having a background in music from a younger age but I’ve made it my goal to learn at least 1 new thing everyday. This channel has allowed me to accomplish that goal and pursue music at a comfortable pace.
Music theory is great for understanding why a piece of classical music makes sense… but to write a banger dance hit, just having some basic music skills, decent listening skills and a willingness to spend an hour each day playing around with an 8 bar riff puts you well on your way 👍🏻👍🏻
I've been playing music since I was 2 amd got a deer hide drum. I'm 28 and I probably know about as much as you do. Having a background doesn't matter, your great attitude does. Let's enjoy this journey together my friend ✌️
@@-KingOfKhaosHow is he playing B major and than C# major can anyone explain...i'm not so into music theory, according to me it should have been C minor....But it is working may i know how.....Can anyone explain
Your balance of words, demonstrations, and passion for your art are evident. Yoire doing great work making this accessible to folks without overwhelming. Fantastic job 👍
thanks for another knowledge and inspiration video Alex! I really would like to see some deep dive to write melodies in major or minor tonic like in rule 9. I can't follow to 100 % how you chose the notes to write it in this or that tonic. thanks for everything so far and for what's coming!
Those are examples why we need to keep exploring what we1ve already knew . Sometimes some simple tweaks makes much more better . Thanks for always dropping some ideas for us !
Thank you. You are now my music teacher! Wether you like it or not 😂😂😂coz I’m about to go through as many of your videos as possible. I’ve been watching and applying tutorials all day and I’ve learnt more from this one video than the rest combined💯🎹
15:43 The song is called "I Could Be The One". I love this song. Great video. I will definetely try different articulations on my chords in the future ❤👍.
I often have a different opinion on what sounds nice or interessting - but still your videos are insightful for me as a harsher music producer. Its good to know what the EDM ppl are doing and what i can steel. :)
HOLY, even deadmau5 himself couldn't have done it better. Thank you for your videos and your massive insights to music theory. Man, can't tell how much these videos do an impact of getting creative with my own stuff.
I make emotional beats because of u Alex ...I watched all of ur videos ...just please show us more about emotional chirds 🎉🎉❤ specifically the sad chords 😢
Chords with rearranged notes are called inversions. (C E G or E G C or G C E) Not only do they change the feel of the chord, they are also like hacks for playing in little pockets instead of moving up and down the keyboard or fretboard.
Take a C major. (CEG) Keep your thumb on the C, but move E and G up a step to F and A. Now you are playing an inverted F major. Or take the C major again. Leave the E and G, but move the C down to a B. Now you are playing an Em. Or leave the C and E, but move the G up to an A. Now you are playing an Am. Or leave the G, but move the C and E down to B and D. Now you are playing a Gm.
They are also helpful while playing a guitar because you can play the triads (3 note chords) instead of big chords and it really opens up both the fretboard and also frequency space for other instruments.
Learn your triads and inversions. Then your major and minor diatonic and pentatonic scales and chord progressions. Know that the C major diatonic scale is the 7 white keys on a piano. That sequence of whole and half steps is what defines a major scale. Meaning if you start on any other notes and follow the sequence it will be the major diatonic scale in that key.
Also the C major scale is what modes are based on. If you start on C and play all of the white notes, that's the C major, but also called the Ionic mode. If you play all of the white keys, but start and finish on B instead of C, it's still the C major scale, but the sequence of whole and half steps has been bumped up one position, so it's called the Dorian Mode. And so on. It's just the starting position within a scale.
Also since there aren't any accidentals (black keys) within the C major, when you follow the scale using chords, the chords with accidentals get flattened into minor chords. This explains who a C Major chord progression is M m m M M m dim. Dim is because a B chord has two accidentals, so they both have to be flattened. The B becomes a minor and the 5th takes a half step back. Which is a diminished chord.
Also a major chord is a stack of 3rds. So if you play a C major C E G, then add another 3rd (B) it becomes a 7th chord. If you add another 3rd (D) it becomes a 9th chord. Noticed that it doesn't land squarely back on C. If you take this to the 13th chord you are basically playing a C and a D chord at the same time. So D is basically an extension of C, and C is an extension of B, and B is an extension of A, ect ect. So there is only essentially one big major chord.
Anyway, I don't know why I wrote all of that. I just wanted to mention inversions. I didn't proofread and it's late, so have pity on typos and general understandability.
You honestly have helped me more than anyone to create my own favorite tunes.
I mean, but nobody could create your tunes though.. except for you.
So saying "my own favorite tunes", it's like, yeah, duh.
"Did I really write that??!!" 😂😂
Excellent stuff my man - thank you
Remember to put God first before anything else in this world. God loves you. Blessings. ❤️✝️
This is probably the best music production vídeo that I’ve seen in my entire life
1 min in and i'm already opening up ableton LOL you are the best teacher!!
I started teaching myself music production recently because of how it brings people together. It’s discouraging not having a background in music from a younger age but I’ve made it my goal to learn at least 1 new thing everyday. This channel has allowed me to accomplish that goal and pursue music at a comfortable pace.
Music theory is great for understanding why a piece of classical music makes sense… but to write a banger dance hit, just having some basic music skills, decent listening skills and a willingness to spend an hour each day playing around with an 8 bar riff puts you well on your way 👍🏻👍🏻
I've been playing music since I was 2 amd got a deer hide drum. I'm 28 and I probably know about as much as you do. Having a background doesn't matter, your great attitude does. Let's enjoy this journey together my friend ✌️
@@-KingOfKhaosHow is he playing B major and than C# major can anyone explain...i'm not so into music theory, according to me it should have been C minor....But it is working may i know how.....Can anyone explain
He's an audio alchemist, incredible dude
Thanks for helping us get into this industry, its magical.
Udio is waiting with golden teeth
Lol it feels so gross calling making music "getting into the industry"
My man you are by far the most talented music teacher I've ever seen! Keep up the amazing work and I appreciate your effort. I learn a lot from you!
Your balance of words, demonstrations, and passion for your art are evident. Yoire doing great work making this accessible to folks without overwhelming. Fantastic job 👍
thanks for another knowledge and inspiration video Alex! I really would like to see some deep dive to write melodies in major or minor tonic like in rule 9. I can't follow to 100 % how you chose the notes to write it in this or that tonic. thanks for everything so far and for what's coming!
Easily some of my favorite videos on TH-cam. Thanks for sharing your knowledge
As a pianist then self-taught producer, voicing the chords is primo 👏🏼 And the remake of You Could Be The One, magic.
Always dropping gems my man!
The persistent calmness in your voice is 👌🏼 your vids help a lot to understand WHAT im hearing in music and how to apply. Thank you
Man... you are legendary. I've already learned so much from you. Ty for good work and good efford. Please keep it up.
was not expecting a video today, and it's great!
Your videos are so easy to watch and very informative. Thanks!
15:34 It's crazy beautiful! Thanks a lot for teaching!!!!
You are so good at breaking things down and making it understandable. Thanks!
Seriously one of the best videos I've seen about this topic. Thanks!
You're a very good teacher! I'm going through a rough patch right now, but I'll take the course as soon as I can!
Those are examples why we need to keep exploring what we1ve already knew . Sometimes some simple tweaks makes much more better . Thanks for always dropping some ideas for us !
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Thank you for always making amazing videos to inspire all of us :)
What a really really cool way to look at cord progression Alex
Thank you
This is the best melody advice I’ve heard in over a year
This is guy is crazy 🔥! Give them away all the gems 💎
Thank you. You are now my music teacher! Wether you like it or not 😂😂😂coz I’m about to go through as many of your videos as possible. I’ve been watching and applying tutorials all day and I’ve learnt more from this one video than the rest combined💯🎹
Best chord video on YT👏🏼
Amazing content and very helpful for new producers
Whenever I need inspiration to stay on track, you lighten up De Way.
Thank you, Rom Rom!
that chord progression at 3:06 reminds me so much of "eastside"
This is one of the best videos I've seen you do. Kudos!!!
@15:03 But wait.. there's more! Great video and incite as always.
This is amazing. You're giving us some good stuff to work on!
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Very helpful video with great suggestions. I was able to implement one of the ideas straight away in the bridge of my new music video. Thank you.
I can't stop watching you bro Learning alot. Big up!
Alex Rome has my music career in his hands😪 always with the best tutorials, you learn and get inspired at the same time🔥🫡
15:43 The song is called "I Could Be The One". I love this song. Great video. I will definetely try different articulations on my chords in the future ❤👍.
I often have a different opinion on what sounds nice or interessting - but still your videos are insightful for me as a harsher music producer. Its good to know what the EDM ppl are doing and what i can steel. :)
❤ Just love your passion to give brother. 🙌🏾
I just had a light bulb moment. I had heard this but wasn't getting it untill I saw it visually represented. This is way cool.
I am going to study this video for weeks - pure brilliance
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Beautiful. Just beautiful. Thank you 🔥
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Amazing tutorial 💯
Amazing tips as always!
Awesome. As always ❤
I needed this a lot! Thank you so much
This video is nuts and blew my mind. Great enthusiasm and very thorough.
Wish I knew my notes and scales so much better.
Fantastic content. Well done !
That Chords are the best 🎉🎉🎉
Thanks for sharing mate 🔥🔥👌💯
HOLY, even deadmau5 himself couldn't have done it better. Thank you for your videos and your massive insights to music theory. Man, can't tell how much these videos do an impact of getting creative with my own stuff.
@@TraxtasyMedia of course! Thank you for the kind words (:
Amazing video, thank you!
just stumbled up on your videos really liked this one. Thank you so mutch
as always, it's good, this is the best channel about chords, all I can do is write a comment)) thank you
I don't understand how you know so much but thank you for sharing your knowledge you goat!
I love you Alex Rome, you have taught me more in 1 hour, than I have on my own with youtube in 10 years.
This is Gold. Thank you 💯
Your videos are the way to my heart 🤌
This is an really amazing and helpful video to bring my chord some levels up 😍🤯
Great video! I come from your bootcamp and it's amazing, best choice ever 😊❤
Great video. Really inspiring! Thank you!
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Amazing video! So much value 🔥
Thanks! Very nice!!!
Much appreciated for this brochacho 👍🏻🤓
clever tips, very useful and unique from the typical video about chord progressions
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Dude's a genius.
Thanks alot 😢❤❤
Nice! Really enjoyed this tutorial.
manh I think i should watch another 10 times and I get 10 different insights every time!!!
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Thanks🙂 I learned a lot from you
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Thank you !
Thanks for the upload, Alex 😎
Amazing bro.
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@3:32 I died 😂
Yes you did write that! And it was amazing!
Thank you so much brother
Damn Boi! Loved this video.
Thank you!
Great video again, keep it up!
thx buddy LOVE IT!
Bro i learn many skills out from you
Great stuff! Thank you.
I make emotional beats because of u Alex ...I watched all of ur videos ...just please show us more about emotional chirds 🎉🎉❤ specifically the sad chords 😢
Very good video bro !!
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Gracias hermano bendiciones por compartir tus conocimientos
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Thank you