How to Write a Riff (or Melody) over a Chord Progression

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  • Опубликовано: 31 июл 2024
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    Whether you're an electronic music producer making EDM, or a guitarist in a band playing rock, this Hack Music Theory lesson will teach you how to write guitar riffs and midi synth riffs over chord progressions. If you want to turn your simple chord progressions into contagiously catchy riffs, then this video is for you! So, click play and learn how to compose a song on guitar, keyboard, or in your DAW, by following these six songwriting hacks for writing a riff or melody. But first... tea!
    Ray plays a Godin xtSA guitar.
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Комментарии • 236

  • @HackMusicTheory
    @HackMusicTheory  5 лет назад +11

    ►FREE BOOK:
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  • @user-ec6yk1fz3k
    @user-ec6yk1fz3k 5 лет назад +131

    This dude legit looks like he'd eat raw meat on stage of a hardcore band and hes making synth music that could help a baby fall asleep and calm one down. How

    • @s4lroachclip
      @s4lroachclip 4 года назад +11

      He also looks like the offspring of a Nordic sorcerer which explains that completely. hahaha FLOKI'S COUSIN.

  • @uglyguyfe
    @uglyguyfe 6 лет назад +276

    Great lesson. Finally someone talks theory behind riffs rather then: "open your inner eye" bs.

    • @mariomercado1950
      @mariomercado1950 6 лет назад +1

      uglyguyfe huge fan

    • @gregmacbeats
      @gregmacbeats 3 года назад +18

      “open your inner eye”
      *translation*
      “i dont understand this but heres what i do”

  • @andrewd1788
    @andrewd1788 5 лет назад +101

    Love how hyped he is every time he plays it

  • @jim476a
    @jim476a 5 лет назад +51

    Just so you know -- this tutorial can open up the eyes/ears of a 72-year-old songwriter!

  • @BartSchuller
    @BartSchuller 6 лет назад +63

    This riff really is an ear worm, it's been in my head for the last 2 weeks. It can stay as long as it wants too :-)

    • @HackMusicTheory
      @HackMusicTheory  6 лет назад +1

      Haha awesome!!! Dank je Bart, I'm so happy to hear my riff is living in your head, it loves it in there haha! Hope all's well in Rijswijk, and that you're enjoying some beautiful autumn running :)

    • @MusiCaninesTheMusicalDogs
      @MusiCaninesTheMusicalDogs 6 лет назад +2

      Same thing, even though I only listened to the whole song only once.
      His hacks work.

    • @HackMusicTheory
      @HackMusicTheory  6 лет назад +2

      Hey L Galicki Band! Glad you got to check out this video...the one you psychically predicted ;) Hope you're having a great weekend! Kate :)

    • @MusiCaninesTheMusicalDogs
      @MusiCaninesTheMusicalDogs 6 лет назад

      Thank you so much, Kate! I'm happy you remember me asking about the guitars! ;)
      You rock!

    • @HackMusicTheory
      @HackMusicTheory  6 лет назад

      Yay, L Galicki! By the way what kind of music do you make?

  • @BobCorraro
    @BobCorraro 2 года назад +1

    Best channel about music composition! Thanks a lot

  • @davidbricchi
    @davidbricchi 2 года назад +1

    Awesome !!! Thank you 🙏🏼

  • @Frozentragedy
    @Frozentragedy 5 лет назад +8

    At this point i''ve watched almost all of your videos and this "but firssstt tea" was the best one XD

  • @isakgunnarsson5571
    @isakgunnarsson5571 6 лет назад +4

    Just found your channel and it's very easy to follow. Even though I've been in music school for three years your tips are very useful and refreshing!

  • @mariomercado1950
    @mariomercado1950 6 лет назад

    Huge fan of your videos! One of the few channels that is actually helpful and relatable when it comes to writing!

  • @jelly8594
    @jelly8594 6 лет назад +28

    I love the way you smoothly plugged your free hacks pdf at the end with a flick of the wrist 😄
    I bought the hack music theory book and can vouch for the awesomeness of it!

    • @HackMusicTheory
      @HackMusicTheory  6 лет назад +1

      You're too kind Jelly, as always, thank you big time for your support!! Hope you are having a fantastic weekend! Kate :)

  • @casualeye1633
    @casualeye1633 3 года назад +1

    Great lesson

  • @amelyalilyorme1247
    @amelyalilyorme1247 4 года назад +2

    thank you so much for this tutorial! i’ve struggled for ages to be able to write riffs over chords but this video helped so much!!

  • @TimOost
    @TimOost 6 лет назад +1

    Oooo l love that riff in the song! And actually noticed that last note dropping back to a B before. ..and now understand why! Excellent tutorial as always! Thanks so much, Tim

  • @poisonoussoybean3156
    @poisonoussoybean3156 5 лет назад +8

    This was so helpful! Often times, I would think that writing riffs or melodies just involved dumb luck in playing random notes, but this changed it so much for me. Thank you so much!!!

    • @HackMusicTheory
      @HackMusicTheory  5 лет назад +2

      Hey thanks so much Che, we're thrilled that this vid was so helpful to you! A warm welcome to our Hack Music Theory community, and we hope to see you again soon for more theory hacks! Until next time, have a wonderful week :)

  • @tribecagirl
    @tribecagirl Год назад

    this is so brilliant

  • @davinci5961
    @davinci5961 5 лет назад +1

    This is gold!!!

  • @albertomartinsjunior2717
    @albertomartinsjunior2717 3 года назад +2

    Never thought about riffs this way. Thank you very much💯

  • @AmrendraKumar-qg8pr
    @AmrendraKumar-qg8pr 4 года назад

    Very nice . Thanks dear.

  • @f3ynman44
    @f3ynman44 Год назад +2

    Wow! Perfect! I'm so happy I found your channel - you explain music theory in such an easily understandable way for a newbie like me :)

  • @robertfaria362
    @robertfaria362 Год назад

    Not only was that very informative, but that is a great song. I backed it up a few times just to hear it again.

  • @jelly8594
    @jelly8594 6 лет назад

    Contagiously awesome!!! 👍👍👍

  • @G.T.01
    @G.T.01 3 года назад +1

    That was a great tutorial, very helpful! Thanks man =D

  • @BayB-ToG
    @BayB-ToG 2 года назад +1

    I love this video!! Super helpful content... thanks for sharing

  • @joetroutt7425
    @joetroutt7425 5 лет назад

    Great vid. I learned way more on this than your previous video on how to write catchy choruses.

  • @ollie_r8162
    @ollie_r8162 6 лет назад

    I love you guys. Your channel is fantastic.

  • @kwikb
    @kwikb 5 лет назад

    Awesome. Thank you so much!

  • @leahgodson2319
    @leahgodson2319 6 лет назад

    Wow! You explained this so well; thank you.

  • @AliceMinguez
    @AliceMinguez 5 лет назад +1

    Love this channel XD Thanks for the hacks!

  • @MusiKariostv
    @MusiKariostv 4 года назад +1

    You're THE man! Thanks for share this...

  • @adilroman1160
    @adilroman1160 6 лет назад +3

    Wow this dude has an amazing hack

  • @BradInSanDiego
    @BradInSanDiego 2 года назад +1

    Free download is the best simplest music theory book I’ve read. Thanks!

    • @HackMusicTheory
      @HackMusicTheory  2 года назад

      Aww thanks so much Bradley, happy to hear you enjoyed our free book, and a warm welcome to the Hack Music Theory community! What kind of music do you make? Take care, and we hope to see you again soon for more theory hacks :)

  • @jesuscastaneda7018
    @jesuscastaneda7018 6 лет назад +1

    Dear , Kate and Ray. fortunately for all of us, seekers of musical truths, the speed at which you produce beautiful musical contents, exceeds our ability to process, however, that is the sign of this time. speed, and given the level of commitment of all who aspire to be the new creators. only we have ... CREATE NEW MUSIC !!! let's continue . all my love and thanks
    Jess

  • @myriaddsystems
    @myriaddsystems 3 года назад +1

    Thats gorgeous!

    • @HackMusicTheory
      @HackMusicTheory  3 года назад

      Thanks, Myriaddsystems! Hope you're having a great day :)

  • @unmuktchand810
    @unmuktchand810 6 лет назад +1

    I was looking for hacks on riffs on keyboard after i saw a riff hack video of yours with guitar ...now much relieved to see this

    • @HackMusicTheory
      @HackMusicTheory  6 лет назад

      I'm so glad to hear that you found the video helpful Ridoy! Hope you are well. Have a great weekend! Kate :)

  • @reaktiv1408
    @reaktiv1408 6 лет назад +2

    My favorite! Thanks so much for these wise advices, been looking so long for these easily understandable tips! True enlightment :)

    • @HackMusicTheory
      @HackMusicTheory  6 лет назад

      Aw thanks for watching and connecting, ReAKTIV, it always makes us happy to know that our hacks are helping musicians! Until next time take care and happy songwriting! Kate :)

  • @Chris_ITGuy
    @Chris_ITGuy 6 лет назад +7

    Thankyou so much!!!! I knew that there was a “second melody” in a ton of songs but never knew what it was called or how to make it in my songs.
    I’ve literally been looking for an explanation of this for a month or more.
    Without this video, I’d be aimlessly trying to write a second melody on top of mine.
    Thanks again!

    • @HackMusicTheory
      @HackMusicTheory  6 лет назад +1

      Aw thanks for watching and connecting, ToTheThird, it always makes us happy to know that our hacks are helping musicians! We're pumped to welcome you into our Hack Music Theory revolution! Until next time, take care and happy songwriting, Kate :)

  • @dankwitdastank
    @dankwitdastank 3 года назад +1

    Thx for the lessons homie.

  • @Thiccalus
    @Thiccalus 4 года назад

    Love your ideas here! Good stuff!

    • @HackMusicTheory
      @HackMusicTheory  4 года назад

      Hey Nicholas, happy to hear you liked my ideas, that's awesome! Thanks for stopping by, and welcome to the Hack Music Theory community. By the way, if you haven't already, please help yourself to my free book at: hackmusictheory.com/books

  • @Pakanahymni
    @Pakanahymni 6 лет назад +14

    Ray you know what kind of a lesson I'd like to see? One about fitting song parts together, like if you use four chords in your chorus, how many chords would you like to have in your verses, how to modulate between parts of the song so that it sounds deliberate, etc.

    • @HackMusicTheory
      @HackMusicTheory  6 лет назад +4

      Hey Pakanahymni, great to hear from you! Because transitioning between different parts of a song can only be taught in the context of a whole song, it's a far more time-consuming topic, and therefore the video would be way too long (analytics show that people don't watch long videos on RUclips). This is exactly why we launched our online apprenticeship program. In it, our apprentices watch behind-the-scenes videos from our studio sessions where we write songs from start to finish, and teach all the theory along the way. They gain insights into every step of the songwriting process and learn our most advanced hacks, including how to transition seamlessly between sections. We also do live Q&A sessions every month to answer questions about the process. If this sounds good to you, then you can find out more and sign up to our apprenticeship program over on Patreon, here: www.Patreon.com/RevolutionHarmony. We'd love to see you behind the scenes! Thanks again for your interest in Hack Music Theory, and until next time, take care and happy songwriting!

  • @altpraize6708
    @altpraize6708 3 года назад +1

    Love you guys. Want you both in my band.

  • @yusuftor
    @yusuftor 3 года назад +1

    This is a fantastic lesson. I've just created my first catchy riff! Thank you

  • @nicolasleclair219
    @nicolasleclair219 6 лет назад

    Nice Godin guitar you've got there ! I live where they are made. Love your teachings !

  • @migfloresxx
    @migfloresxx 6 лет назад

    I'm really glad that you are playing the riff at the end of each hack!
    Compared to some of your other videos (mostly the older ones), you don't play it and just go to the next hack. This is very helpful for me because I'm a guitarist and I don't imagine notes written in a timescale so I have to hear the changes of the notes to fully understand how it affects the riff.

    • @HackMusicTheory
      @HackMusicTheory  6 лет назад

      We're really happy you enjoyed our video, YuvieKai! Thanks for taking the time to watch and comment, we're deeply grateful to you. Until next time, happy songwriting! Kate :)

  • @DaveHanson
    @DaveHanson 5 лет назад

    I'm terrible at writing riffs and melodies. This video was immensely helpful, thank you!

  • @enrikkus4044
    @enrikkus4044 4 года назад

    So simple but explained so well

    • @HackMusicTheory
      @HackMusicTheory  4 года назад

      Hey thanks, Mecha Demon, it always makes us happy to know that our hacks are helping musicians! What kind of music do you make? Take care, and we hope to see you again soon for more theory hacks :)

  • @Nivenization
    @Nivenization 5 лет назад

    Thank you.

  • @switterbeet
    @switterbeet 2 года назад

    i just made my first beat with these 5 hacks and it immediately turned out way better and more aimed than ever before :D apparently it turned out as a trap beat again which i was trying to move away from but its super sweet! Thanks so much

  • @tothebeat5967
    @tothebeat5967 4 года назад +2

    This is sooooo similar to Ghosts from VOLA. Really sick riff

  • @MissuMissu362
    @MissuMissu362 4 года назад

    You saved me !!! thx a lot !!!

    • @HackMusicTheory
      @HackMusicTheory  4 года назад +1

      Hey hey Missu memories, it always makes us happy to know that our hacks are helping musicians! We hope to see you around soon for more theory hacks, until then, take care :)

  • @mosesb2054
    @mosesb2054 6 лет назад

    this is such a great channel man, thanks

  • @rodneysmart9774
    @rodneysmart9774 6 лет назад +8

    Your channel is sweeping me forward into theory. Now I want more equipment. And tea.

  • @machinel2148
    @machinel2148 4 года назад

    Blew my mind !!!

    • @HackMusicTheory
      @HackMusicTheory  4 года назад

      Haha, happy to hear it MachineL! Have a great weekend, and we hope to see you again soon for more theory hacks :)

  • @reaktiv1408
    @reaktiv1408 6 лет назад

    A big thank you for sharing your knowledge, crystal clear and so useful! Now it's time for me to practice, with a nice cup of... Coffee :)

  • @NeverenCH
    @NeverenCH 6 лет назад

    Love this video :) This is going to help me a lot in the future, thanks.

    • @HackMusicTheory
      @HackMusicTheory  6 лет назад +1

      We're really happy you enjoyed our video, NeverenCH! Thanks for taking the time to watch and comment, we're deeply grateful to you. Until next time, happy songwriting! Kate :)

  • @XXmatt18XX
    @XXmatt18XX 6 лет назад +1

    Sheesh!! A lot of great info in here :D

    • @HackMusicTheory
      @HackMusicTheory  6 лет назад +1

      Thank so much and as always eMCee, we're glad to have you with us! Hope you're having an awesome weekend. Kate :)

  • @nseesomnia
    @nseesomnia 2 года назад +1

    Great! 🔈❤️

  • @Junya01
    @Junya01 6 лет назад

    Wow these hacks are great. You earned a sub man!

    • @HackMusicTheory
      @HackMusicTheory  6 лет назад +1

      Hey thanks for watching, connecting and subbing, Josh O, it always makes us happy to know that our hacks are helping musicians! Until next time, take care and happy songwriting!

  • @FelippeSenne
    @FelippeSenne 6 лет назад

    Simply amazing!

    • @HackMusicTheory
      @HackMusicTheory  6 лет назад +1

      Obrigado Felippe! We'll see you tomorrow in our Friday vlog. Thanks again for becoming a patron, we are super duper grateful. Kate :)

  • @andrewryder1319
    @andrewryder1319 6 лет назад

    great lesson!

    • @HackMusicTheory
      @HackMusicTheory  6 лет назад +1

      We're really happy you enjoyed our video, Andrew! Thanks for taking the time to watch and comment. Until next time, happy songwriting! Kate :)

  • @thearkuhtekt
    @thearkuhtekt 6 лет назад +1

    I'm going to leave a comment, but first "TEA"...
    Your channel rules! Thank you so much for all of your videos.

    • @HackMusicTheory
      @HackMusicTheory  6 лет назад

      Haha!! You Rule Patrick!! Thanks so much for watching and welcome to the Hack Music Theory revolution! Take care and please keep in touch :)

  • @Blade-ix8hr
    @Blade-ix8hr 4 года назад

    Ayp this vid fire

  • @EuropasOcean
    @EuropasOcean 6 лет назад

    Amazing!!!

    • @HackMusicTheory
      @HackMusicTheory  6 лет назад

      We're really happy you enjoyed our video, Europa's Ocean! Thanks for taking the time to watch and comment, we're deeply grateful to you. Until next time, happy songwriting! Kate :)

  • @christophertrusty9733
    @christophertrusty9733 27 дней назад

    Nice

  • @noname.___
    @noname.___ 4 года назад +12

    Finally someone explains it so i can understand it

  • @patrickcoyle1692
    @patrickcoyle1692 3 года назад

    Thank you guys for this stuff. Your content has found me at a really good time ~ keep it up!

    • @HackMusicTheory
      @HackMusicTheory  3 года назад

      Aww thanks so much Patrick Coyle, and a very warm welcome to the Hack Music Theory community! What kind of music do you make? Take care, and we hope to see you again soon for more theory hacks :)

    • @patrickcoyle1692
      @patrickcoyle1692 3 года назад +1

      @@HackMusicTheory aw shoot! this reply made my night y'all. Will do ~

  • @visualvega6628
    @visualvega6628 6 лет назад

    Thank you!

    • @HackMusicTheory
      @HackMusicTheory  6 лет назад

      We're really happy you enjoyed our video, VisualVega! Thanks for taking the time to watch and comment, we're deeply grateful to you. Until next time, happy songwriting! Kate :)

  • @Dart3r
    @Dart3r 3 года назад +1

    Great lesson!!!!

    • @HackMusicTheory
      @HackMusicTheory  3 года назад +1

      Hey thanks so much DarTer, and a warm welcome to the Hack Music Theory community! What kind of music do you make? Take care, and we hope to see you again soon for more theory hacks :)

    • @Dart3r
      @Dart3r 3 года назад +1

      @@HackMusicTheory I produce Hip Hop Electronic, and Classical. I play Keyboard and Guitar. Thanks again.

    • @HackMusicTheory
      @HackMusicTheory  3 года назад +1

      Thanks for sharing, DarTer, we love that you don't limit yourself with genre! You might like our "Truth About Genre" video: ruclips.net/video/Mr5iWrVIX0c/видео.html
      We really appreciate you being here, and are cheering you on in your music making journey! Have a great week :)

  • @Matthew-yb5sl
    @Matthew-yb5sl 4 года назад +2

    Really good, thanks for this!! the tune at the end is good also : )

    • @HackMusicTheory
      @HackMusicTheory  4 года назад

      Hey thanks Matthew, it always makes us happy to know that our hacks are helping musicians! What kind of music do you make? We hope to see you around soon for more theory hacks, until then, take care :)

    • @Matthew-yb5sl
      @Matthew-yb5sl 4 года назад

      Hack Music Theory house music, and I realy need help writing original harmonies/ melodies 😫

    • @HackMusicTheory
      @HackMusicTheory  4 года назад

      Hey Matthew, thanks so much for sharing :) We're super sorry to hear you're struggling though, and we'd love to point you in the direction of some of the free resources we've created.
      As a starting point, if you haven't already, may I suggest that you check out our free music theory book, '12 Music Theory Hacks to Learn Scales and Chords'? It's a refresher of the basics, and in 30 minutes you'll have a super solid music theory foundation. You can download it from our website: HackMusicTheory.com/Books.
      Next, I would suggest having a watch through our Step-by-Step Starter Guide playlist. It'll give you an overview of how to create a section from the ground up! ruclips.net/p/PLgYcaQlDpHN5GZwnfDVwRmx-WHhJvdtMf
      Lastly, as inspiration for creating original melodies, may I recommend having a look through our Hack Melody playlist, here: ruclips.net/p/PLgYcaQlDpHN5-tLZyRc33FJfmsoU5WBjQ
      We hope these help, Matthew, and please know that we're cheering you on 100% in your music-making journey!

  • @joshgering47
    @joshgering47 6 лет назад

    This guy is amazing...genius sounds awesome

    • @HackMusicTheory
      @HackMusicTheory  6 лет назад

      We're really happy you enjoyed our video, Jay! Thanks for taking the time to watch and comment, we're deeply grateful to you. Until next time, happy songwriting! Kate :)

  • @sophieperezmusic
    @sophieperezmusic 5 лет назад +4

    Wow! Loved the video it was so helpful! What music software are you using?

  • @AboveZero
    @AboveZero 6 лет назад

    great video!

    • @HackMusicTheory
      @HackMusicTheory  6 лет назад

      We're really happy you enjoyed our video, Above Zero! Thanks for taking the time to watch and comment, we're deeply grateful to you. Until next time, happy songwriting! Kate :)

  • @BierMeister360
    @BierMeister360 3 года назад +4

    Finally, a theoretical way of riff creation, I Finally have a solid tool to help my riffage, even though my riffs are basically binary lmao

    • @HackMusicTheory
      @HackMusicTheory  3 года назад +1

      Happy to help, Jamie, and a warm welcome to the Hack Music Theory community! What kind of music do you make? Take care, and we hope to see you again soon for more theory hacks :) ps. we like your cat pic!

    • @BierMeister360
      @BierMeister360 3 года назад +1

      @@HackMusicTheory thanks, cats a little demon child, and cute fluff ball, primarily progressive rock and metal, and djent

  • @zu_blus
    @zu_blus 2 года назад +2

    i'm learning how to write riffs and this is the best tutorial i've found. you explain thw whole process do and what the notes actually do very well, thanks!

    • @HackMusicTheory
      @HackMusicTheory  2 года назад

      Awesome zu blus, and a warm welcome to the Hack Music Theory community! What kind of music do you make? Take care, and we hope to see you again soon for more theory hacks :)

    • @zu_blus
      @zu_blus 2 года назад +1

      @@HackMusicTheory thanks! as a songwriter i'm trying out all the different genres and i promised to write a riff for a rock song i'm cowriting currently, hope your channel will help me🤞

    • @HackMusicTheory
      @HackMusicTheory  2 года назад

      Thanks for sharing, zu blus, and apologies for my late reply! We absolutely encourage music makers to explore different genres as it helps with inspiration and creativity! We did a video that might spark some thoughts, called "The Truth About Genres": ruclips.net/video/Mr5iWrVIX0c/видео.html. We really appreciate you being here, and are cheering you on in your music making journey! Have a great day :) Kate

  • @haveguitar
    @haveguitar 6 лет назад +1

    Good video!

    • @HackMusicTheory
      @HackMusicTheory  6 лет назад

      We're really happy you enjoyed our video, Have Guitar! Thanks for taking the time to watch and comment, we're deeply grateful to you. Until next time, happy songwriting! Kate :)

  • @davidecastellana01
    @davidecastellana01 5 лет назад

    Genious💓

    • @HackMusicTheory
      @HackMusicTheory  5 лет назад

      Happy to hear you enjoyed this one, GoldCobra™! Hope to see you around for more theory hacks! Until then, take care and happy music making :)

  • @Havanacuba1985
    @Havanacuba1985 5 лет назад +7

    Cool , I’m starting to get the idea of the syncopation and offbeats now I think. The offbeats where you can syncopate are the ‘and’ in 8th note bars . If you are dealing with 16th notes I’m guessing the same ‘and’ and the ‘a’ could you also use the ‘e’ in One -e- and -a- two -e- counting 16ths . It gets confusing . Although I’m thinking anything but the 1 and 3 are offbeats so can be used to syncopate. 1 belongs kick and 3 is owned by the snare in rock and pop , . I’ve got some drum programming books to read anyway lol 😂

  • @prcption8636
    @prcption8636 3 года назад +1

    This guy is such a gem

    • @HackMusicTheory
      @HackMusicTheory  3 года назад +1

      Thanks big time for being in the Hack Music Theory community! Have a great weekend :)

    • @prcption8636
      @prcption8636 3 года назад +1

      @@HackMusicTheory enjoy your Tea

  • @Multi-Waves_Sketchbook
    @Multi-Waves_Sketchbook Год назад +1

    Quite a nostalgic video, attempted writing a riff for a school movie (taught me a lot but it was awful.)

  • @ProgRockDan1
    @ProgRockDan1 6 лет назад

    Thank you

    • @HackMusicTheory
      @HackMusicTheory  6 лет назад

      Hey Dan! Many thanks to you for watching and connecting again. We really appreciate your gratitude! Kate :)

  • @calvinschatzke5899
    @calvinschatzke5899 2 года назад +1

    This could help me a lot. Genius!

    • @HackMusicTheory
      @HackMusicTheory  2 года назад +1

      Happy to hear it Calvin, and a warm welcome to the Hack Music Theory community! What kind of music do you make? Take care, and we hope to see you again soon for more theory hacks :)

    • @calvinschatzke5899
      @calvinschatzke5899 2 года назад +1

      @@HackMusicTheory
      Nice to get a reply!
      I'm producing plenty of music: Deep Dubstep, Future-Garage and High-Tech Minimal are my favorites. I haven't released anything, yet. But HEY: I'll get only a single chance to make a FIRST IMPRESSION. Thats why I keep on learning until I feel like I can really identify with my sound. I'm very creative and would call me an expert at mixing and so on. But Arranging a whole song is what I struggle with:
      Having a matching intro for the first verse which leads into the further parts and so on.
      I technically know how to do so, but realizing the theory on ideas that I reaaaaaaally like is the hardest thing to do to me atm. Creativity vs technicality (if that's even a word haha). Maybe u have a tip for that.
      I'll keep on practicing everyday until I've reached my goals. Music is my passion. 🌐🔥♥️
      Greets from Germany 🇩🇪

    • @calvinschatzke5899
      @calvinschatzke5899 2 года назад

      If u want u some examples:
      Boris Brejcha - I Take It Smart
      Truth - Direct Blow (the chords)
      Trentemøller - moan (Enigma Dubz Remix)
      Thats what I'm interested in.. very emotional ans deep stuff

    • @HackMusicTheory
      @HackMusicTheory  2 года назад

      Awesome, thanks for sharing, Calvin, your passion and love for music really shines through and we love it!! From the sounds of it, I think you would really dig our online Apprenticeship course. It's 17 hours of unedited video that captures every step of the songwriting process, from blank screen to finished song. We also dive deep into the topic of structuring and arranging songs, which we don't cover here on RUclips. And, it's all taught from a practical and creative perspective. If this sounds like it would be helpful to you, then you can find out more here: HackMusicTheory.com/Courses. We really appreciate you being here, Calvin, and we're cheering you on in your music making journey! Have a great week, and we hope to see you back here in the comments soon :)

  • @twostep919
    @twostep919 6 лет назад +1

    lol, wow, we have the same guitar. Don't know many others with a koa Godin XTSA!

  • @djdrwatson
    @djdrwatson 6 лет назад +3

    I hope Ray & Kate have got a special Halloween video planned. Perhaps explaining/playing around with minor and diminished chords and the locrian scale. You could really go to town with fancy Halloween outfits too. I'm sure you'd have a lot of fun!

    • @HackMusicTheory
      @HackMusicTheory  6 лет назад +1

      You know us well djdrwatson! No fancy outfits... but we're sure having a lot of fun putting together this week's Halloween special! Can't wait to show it to you!

  • @brs435
    @brs435 6 лет назад +2

    I love all your videos, they are so informative! I have a question, not that it matters but I'm really curious about what virtual instruments you guys use :)

    • @HackMusicTheory
      @HackMusicTheory  6 лет назад +2

      Hey hey Ricardo, thank you sincerely for taking the time to watch our video and connect, we truly appreciate it!
      We use Native Instruments Massive for our synths (not just a clever name haha!): www.native-instruments.com/en/products/komplete/synths/massive. And the bass guitar we use is: www.native-instruments.com/en/products/komplete/guitar/scarbee-jay-bass. The piano we use, which is absolutely gorgeous and we highly recommend it, is: www.native-instruments.com/en/products/komplete/keys/the-grandeur. For drums we use ToonTrack EZ Drummer: www.toontrack.com/ezdrummer-line. And we also use their Dream Pop expansion: www.toontrack.com/product/dream-pop-ezx. Hope that helps with your curiosity! Have a great week :)

  • @khannarmurr
    @khannarmurr 6 лет назад

    Another brilliant video, I've always wondered how to make riffs from chord progressions. I'm learning so much from you guys, thanks so much!

    • @HackMusicTheory
      @HackMusicTheory  6 лет назад +1

      Hey Conor, great to hear from you! We're super pumped that you're learning lots, we're honoured to be helping fellow musicians. What kind of music do you make? Hope you're having a lovely weekend. Until next time, take care and happy songwriting! Kate :)

    • @khannarmurr
      @khannarmurr 6 лет назад

      Technically speaking, none right now but hopefully soon it'll be lots thanks to you guys! I play guitar so anything from folky acoustic to heavy riffy stuff. Although I think I'll be investing in a keybnoard/piano soon after learning so much theory from you :D

    • @HackMusicTheory
      @HackMusicTheory  6 лет назад +1

      Hi Conor, thanks so much for sharing! We're super pumped that you're going to dive into making your own music, we're cheering you on! Keyboards are awesome for visualizing theory, plus they help keep our fingers dexterous and nimble! Speaking of heavy riffs, I think you'll really dig next weeks Halloween special...it's based on a riff from Ray's upcoming metal single. We're getting super excited for the reveal! By the way, where are you based? Until next time, take care! Kate :)

    • @khannarmurr
      @khannarmurr 6 лет назад

      Hey Kate, ohh that sounds excellent, that'll be right up my alley, can't wait! I'm from Dublin, Ireland 👋

    • @HackMusicTheory
      @HackMusicTheory  6 лет назад +1

      Well, hello to you in Dublin! We'll look forward to hearing what you think of the video this week then :) Hope you've had a really great weekend Conor! Take care, Kate :)

  • @88eleven22
    @88eleven22 4 года назад

    This is gold.

  • @patorsu
    @patorsu 4 года назад +1

    If I want to apply this to a polyrythmic riff (let's say 7:4) can I also put the harmony notes in the strong 4/4 beat like u do here or would it sound awkward?

  • @MrGoshaveayeti
    @MrGoshaveayeti 6 лет назад +1

    What software is that if be really awesome to know I'm trynna to learn to structure storngs and start layering stuff instead of just playing random riffs that sound alright together

  • @Trooper900100
    @Trooper900100 6 лет назад

    i need more melody & chord stuff too lol

  • @alexconner3958
    @alexconner3958 6 лет назад

    What are you using for that organ patch? Sounds great.

  • @stuartleighton
    @stuartleighton 3 года назад +1

    I love your channel. I've just started learning to write songs on my Korg Gadget for Switch software, and having loads of fun. However, I am doing it totally blind as I have very little knowledge about music theory. Your channel has been a great discovery, and I am interested in your Apprenticeship courses. Just a quick question. There are loads of great tutorials on RUclips.. does this mean that there are lots more on the courses that are not available here on RUclips?
    Thanks for such a great channel. This is a non boring way of learning music theory, which I really appreciate.

    • @HackMusicTheory
      @HackMusicTheory  3 года назад

      Aww thanks so much for your kind words, Comic Book Cretin, and a warm welcome to the Hack Music Theory community! We're thrilled to hear you're diving into music theory and learning how to apply it to your music :) What kind of music are you making?
      We love that you're interested in our Apprenticeship, as it sounds like you'd be a great fit for the course. And to answer your question: Yes, there is an abundance of exclusive teachings in our apprenticeship, things we don't teach here on RUclips, like how to write new sections for existing sections, how to choose the key of your new section, how to transition between sections in different keys, how to structure and arrange your songs, and a ton of other essential music making topics too!
      Thanks again for being here, we're sending you lots of good vibes!

  • @rodneysmart9774
    @rodneysmart9774 6 лет назад

    Your videos are so helpful

    • @HackMusicTheory
      @HackMusicTheory  6 лет назад

      Hey Rodney, great to hear from you again! We're happy to hear that you're enjoying our videos :) What kind of music do you make?

    • @rodneysmart9774
      @rodneysmart9774 6 лет назад

      I like surf music, blues, punk, jazz, depending on the weather, any kind of music.

    • @rodneysmart9774
      @rodneysmart9774 6 лет назад

      I'm beginner level. Im interested in getting some software. I like green tea.

    • @HackMusicTheory
      @HackMusicTheory  6 лет назад

      Thanks so much for sharing Rodney! Green tea is awesome! If you haven't already, may I suggest that you check out our free music theory book, '12 Music Theory Hacks to Learn Scales and Chords'? It will solidify the foundations of your music theory knowledge and it's a super fast and fun read. You can download from our website: revolutionharmony.com/books.
      Also, just so you know, we use Reaper and are big fans of the software and the company for so many reasons! They give you a free 60-day trial of the full program and it's relatively inexpensive to buy at US$60. You can check it out here: www.reaper.fm. Take care and have a great week! Kate :)

  • @kuzmazolotov7374
    @kuzmazolotov7374 6 лет назад

    i simply love your Hack Music Theory!!!

    • @HackMusicTheory
      @HackMusicTheory  6 лет назад

      Thanks Kuzma! We're pumped to welcome you into our Hack Music Theory revolution! What kind of music do you make? Kate :)

    • @kuzmazolotov7374
      @kuzmazolotov7374 6 лет назад

      Hello Kate! I make some interesting drum&bass, dubstep and other heavybass styles. Yours chanel realy help me to grow up! Thanks you!

    • @HackMusicTheory
      @HackMusicTheory  6 лет назад

      That's awesome Kuzma! We're glad to be of service to you and your music :) By the way, where are you based?

    • @kuzmazolotov7374
      @kuzmazolotov7374 6 лет назад

      I`m live in Riga, Latvija

    • @HackMusicTheory
      @HackMusicTheory  6 лет назад

      That's awesome! You're the first subscriber that we've connected with in Latvija! How's the winter weather there?

  • @MrZhending
    @MrZhending 5 лет назад

    fucking super nice, incredibly opening my eyes.

  • @rbtwear
    @rbtwear 6 лет назад

    Excellent! May I ask, with regard to #5 Harmony... you add the A above the C (9 steps)... is there theory behind that choice or were you simply going for a high note to catch the ear? Thanks!

  • @Candyman-tj2zy
    @Candyman-tj2zy 4 года назад

    What software is that in the video

  • @isaacchua1852
    @isaacchua1852 6 лет назад

    I love these videos! Very informative! One question, what software are you using here? Thanks👍

    • @HackMusicTheory
      @HackMusicTheory  6 лет назад

      Hi Chua, thanks so much for watching and connecting! We use Reaper and are big fans of the software and the company for so many reasons! They give you a free 60-day trial of the full program and it's relatively inexpensive to buy at US$60. You can check it out here: www.reaper.fm. Take care and we hope to hear from you again. Happy Songwriting! Kate :)

  • @bartbenton2237
    @bartbenton2237 6 лет назад

    Great Video! Best I've seen on making melodies! Just Subscribed. Cheers M8!

    • @HackMusicTheory
      @HackMusicTheory  6 лет назад

      We're really happy you enjoyed our video, Bart! Thanks for taking the time to watch, comment and subscribe, we're deeply grateful to you. Until next time, happy songwriting! Kate :)

  • @LouisSerieusement
    @LouisSerieusement 6 лет назад

    I'm obsessive coffee drinker and I love to watch your videos at 1;5 speed XD

    • @HackMusicTheory
      @HackMusicTheory  6 лет назад

      Haha! That's so awesome Louis! We really appreciate you watching, no matter what the speed!!