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J. Giunta
Dec 10, 20216 min read
11 Dominant Chords that are NOT the V chord
In this episode, I cover all the dominant chords in relation to the I chord. Say for example we’re in the key of C, and there is a D7...
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J. Giunta
Nov 20, 20213 min read
5 ways to make a static bass note more exciting!
In this lesson, we're going to look at 5 different ways to make a static bass note more interesting and colorful. Let’s use this melody...
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J. Giunta
Nov 13, 20214 min read
Learn how to write orchestra music | La Gazza Ladra by Rossini
Here are some of the techniques we discussed in Episode 4 of Mastering the Craft. Tonal Degrees vs Modal Degrees: Let's take the key of E...
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J. Giunta
Oct 21, 20216 min read
Diminished Chords: The 3 types, their functions in a Tonal System, and what scales to use…
Diminished chords are strange and exotic because they are symmetrical chords trying to function in an asymmetrical, tonal system. Note:...
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J. Giunta
Oct 17, 20215 min read
How to write an entire melody from a 3-note motif
This lesson focuses on writing a melody from a very small melodic fragment or cell using Melodic Manipulation techniques. Let’s use the...
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J. Giunta
Oct 13, 20216 min read
Episode #3: Morning Mood
Here are some of the techniques we learned from Mastering the Craft: Episode #3, Morning Mood, by Edvard Grieg....
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J. Giunta
Sep 26, 20216 min read
Episode #2: Sleeping Beauty Waltz
Here are some interesting musical concepts that we took away from Mastering the Craft Episode #2: Sleeping Beauty Valse (Waltz) by...
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J. Giunta
Sep 19, 20215 min read
Non-Chord Tones
Non-Chord Tones in your melodic writing. The nine types explained and imitative counterpoint.
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