Behind the music

Music Theory, Decoded — Edition 2

Hear the connections. Understand the music.

Edition Two, revised and corrected. Hear the pattern. Understand the possibility. An illustrated guide to notes, scales, intervals, chords and the musical ideas that connect them. Move from the keyboard’s first landmarks to progressions, rhythm, modes and richer harmony, with clear explanations and practical examples. Play, sing, tap and write as you go. Hands-on exercises, written checks and answers help each idea become something you can use. For curious beginners and musicians ready to join the dots. A downloadable PDF from Chord Compass Academy. Learn from first principles, at your own pace.

• Connect notes, scales, intervals, chords, and inversions.
• Explore progressions, rhythm, and modal and jazz harmony.
• Check your understanding with hands-on exercises and answers.