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The Problem With Music Theory

Music theory:

It’s essential.

It’s misunderstood.

And it can be a pain in the rear to learn.

…But it doesn’t have to be.

June 1, 2023 In Fretboard and Theory Songwriting Tagged as Music Theory Songwriting By Dan Thorpe

How to Create Powerful Melodies on Your Guitar in Moments

The other day I talked about how theory can save a tonne of time.

Here’s an example of how:

May 30, 2023 In Fretboard and Theory Tagged as Guitar lessons Music Theory By Dan Thorpe

When Theory Meets Creativity

Today I want to talk a little about how music theory can help you be more creative…

…Help you get better results…

…And how it can stop you from wasting your time.

May 29, 2023 In Practice Tagged as learning guitar Music Theory By Dan Thorpe

3 Random Thoughts This Monday (Little Rewards, Music Theory, and a Kickstarter)

Welcome to a new Monday post with 3 random thoughts on all things guitar, music, and life, including

Here we go…

August 14, 2022 In Misc. Tagged as Learning Music Theory By Dan Thorpe

Bitesize Theory

What’s the best way to learn music theory on guitar?

It’s a great question and since I came back from my little trip, I’ve had a few similar questions about this.

July 15, 2020 In Fretboard and Theory Legends Tagged as learning guitar Music Theory By Dan Thorpe 2

A Wonderful Video of Paul Simon Showing His Ability

Optreden Simon and Garfunkel (links) in Feijenoordstadion, Rotterdam by Rob Bogaerts / Anefo, licensed under (CC 1.0)

I just wanted to share with you a lovely video I watched the other day of Paul Simon playing, talking about, and clearly enjoying his guitar playing.

It is a gem of a video and one that shows his passion for music and songwriting.

Check it out here

July 12, 2016 In Aural Skills Technique Tagged as Aural Skills ear training Listening skills Music Theory working songs out by ear By Dan Thorpe 1

The 3 things that really matter when you start playing music by ear

I get asked a lot by students exactly how I work songs out for myself. That is, by not using any sort of tab, chord chart or YouTube video—nothing but my own hands and ears.

Often a student is really keen to learn this skill but they cannot believe it is something they can acquire. They see working songs out by ear as a mystical skill that only wizards such as Gandalf and Merlin could acquire (just imagine those two rocking the guitar!)