When Is a Song “Done”?

When Is a Song “Done”?

It’s been an eye-opening week. After months of working on and off, I finally said enough is enough — it was time to finish these demos that had been haunting my hard drive for the last three months. Of course, saying “it’s done” is easier than actually declaring...

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Modes Part 3: The magic of push pull

Modes Part 3: The magic of push pull

Welcome to part three of my series on unlocking the power of Modes. I hope you followed along in my last post as we are building on that with a brilliant piano hack to really elevate your toolkit for song writing. Every pianist knows that playing chords is a...

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Mastering Modes Part 2: Shape Shifting Chords

Mastering Modes Part 2: Shape Shifting Chords

Learning piano can often feel overwhelming, especially when diving into the complexities of scales and theory. But what if I told you there’s a simple technique that allows you to explore the piano using just three chord shapes? Welcome to the concept of Shape...

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Mastering Modes Part 1: Songwriting cheat codes

Mastering Modes Part 1: Songwriting cheat codes

Modes are a powerful yet often misunderstood toolkit for songwriting. As you'll soon discover, they can completely transform your music, adding depth, emotion, and character to your melodies and chords. Once you unlock their potential, you’ll never look at music the...

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