Learn music theory
Short, practical guides for songwriters and producers. Every article includes interactive chord players so you can hear what you're learning.
Beginner guides
How to Read Bass Tabs
Complete guide to bass tablature — 4 strings, fret numbers, symbols, and 3 interactive song examples.
Guitar Chords for Beginners
The 8 chords every beginner needs to know — diagrams, finger positions, and songs to practice.
Easy Guitar Songs for Beginners
16 songs you can play today — from 2-chord classics to acoustic favourites.
Best Chord Progression Generators
Free vs paid tools compared — browser apps and DAW plugins for songwriters in 2026.
Best Guitar Tab Software
Free vs paid tab tools compared — browser editors, desktop apps, and notation software in 2026.
Best Bass Tab Software
Free vs paid bass tab tools compared — library, playback, and editing power in 2026.
Music theory articles
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Reggae Chord Progressions: The 3 Behind Every Riddim
The three chord progressions behind almost every reggae song — the two-chord I–V vamp, the I–IV–V turnaround, and the minor i–♭VII — plus the skank rhythm that ties them together. Every example is interactive.
July 14, 2026
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C Major Chord Progressions (with Sound)
Every chord progression in C major, playable instantly — the 7 diatonic chords, I-V-VI-IV, II-V-I, and the C major scale explained (notes, formula, why no sharps).
July 10, 2026
- Bass Jazz Walking Bass II-V-I Beginner Intermediate
Walking Bass Lines: 4 Examples from Beginner to Expert
Learn to play walking bass lines from scratch — root notes, chord tones, and chromatic approaches. 4 levels with interactive bass tab and audio.
June 27, 2026
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Chord Inversions Explained: Triads and Seventh Chords
Learn chord inversions with interactive audio examples — the 1-3-5 pattern, slash chord notation, and voice leading. Triads and seventh chords covered.
June 22, 2026
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Secondary Dominants: Add Color and Surprise to Any Chord Progression
Learn what secondary dominants are, how to find them in any key, and how to use V/V, V/ii, and V/vi to add harmonic color and forward motion to your songs.
June 10, 2026
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Jazz Chord Progressions: The Complete Guide
Learn the 8 essential jazz chord progressions — ii–V–I, turnarounds, jazz blues, bossa nova, and modal jazz. Every example is interactive and playable.
June 1, 2025
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Music Theory Basics for Songwriters: What You Actually Need to Know
The essential music theory every songwriter needs — intervals, scales, diatonic chords, and how to use them to write better songs. No sheet music required.
May 25, 2025
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Circle of Fifths Explained: How to Use It in Your Songwriting
Understand the circle of fifths and how to use it to write chord progressions, find related keys, and modulate between keys in your songs.
May 20, 2025
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How to Transpose Chords: The Complete Guide for Songwriters
Learn how to transpose any chord progression to any key. Includes a semitone reference chart, practical examples, and an interactive chord player.
May 15, 2025
- music theory beginner chord progressions
What is a Chord Progression? A Beginner's Complete Guide
A chord progression is a sequence of chords forming a song's harmonic backbone. Learn the 5 most common progressions with interactive, playable audio.
May 10, 2025
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Chord Progressions for Beginners: The 4 Chords Every Songwriter Needs
Learn the four most common chord progressions used in pop, rock, and folk music. Build your first songs with I–V–vi–IV, the 12-bar blues, and more.
May 1, 2025
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