Music Theory for Electronic Musicians 3: Extended Harmony

Course Overview

What skills and knowledge will you acquire during this course?
By taking this course, students will acquire knowledge and skills in music theory, production techniques, and the use of the piano roll editor in a DAW. They will learn how to create richer harmonic patterns than just major and minor, and how to incorporate these techniques into their own music. They will also gain an understanding of how to analyze songs and gain confidence in their own music production. Additionally, they will receive the full session of the tracks created in the course, allowing them to expand on the ideas and even release the work as their own.

How does this course contribute to professional growth?
This course contributes to professional growth by providing an extensive foray into using music theory techniques in actual tracks. Through the course, participants will gain the tools needed to produce tracks just as they imagine them, as well as the confidence to start producing music with structure and guidelines to follow. Additionally, the course is taught by Dr. Jason Allen, an Ableton Certified Trainer and a Ph.D. in Music Composition and master of Electronic Sounds, who has been praised for his clear and uncluttered style of presentation.

Is this course suitable for preparing further education?
Yes, this course is suitable for preparing further education. It is taught by Dr. Jason Allen, an Ableton Certified Trainer and a Ph.D. in Music Composition and master of Electronic Sounds. The course consists of video lectures, which all contain a session in Ableton Live 9, and covers topics such as harmonic patterns, production techniques, and structure. Additionally, the course has received positive reviews from students, who have praised Dr. Allen's teaching style and the course's ability to help them understand music theory.