- Write a catchy melody using a symmetrical melodic structure
- 6-step method inspired by Glass Animals "Creatures in Heaven"
- Download includes: step-by-step PDF tutorial + multitrack MIDI
These step-by-step tutorials are like “musical recipes.”
Use them to make music, and say goodbye to frustration.
Downloads contain PDF tutorial, multitrack MIDI + WAV files.
Try Before You Buy. There's a couple free tutorials below. Enjoy!
CHROMATIC BASS
Hack Music Theory
- Write a bass line using Mixolydian mode & chromaticism
- 7-step method inspired by The Motet "We Got U"
- Download includes: step-by-step PDF tutorial + multitrack MIDI
- Write creative snare patterns, using two rhythms and the 1/16 swing grid
- 4-step method inspired by Matt Sassari & Tony Romera "Snare Thing"
- Download includes: step-by-step PDF tutorial + multitrack MIDI
CRAZY BEATS
Hack Music Theory
- Write crazy drums using odd time, unusual patterns, and ghost notes
- 4-step method inspired by Blue Lab Beats "Never Doubt"
- Download includes: step-by-step PDF tutorial + multitrack MIDI
DREAMY CHORDS
Hack Music Theory
- Write dreamy arpeggios, using unresolved non-harmonic notes
- 6-step method inspired by Four Tet "Loved"
- Download includes: step-by-step PDF tutorial + multitrack MIDI
FESTIVE MELODY
Hack Music Theory
- Write a festive melody that's upbeat and uplifting, but without the cheese
- 4-step method inspired by the traditional Christmas carol "Noël Nouvelet"
DISPLACED BASS
Hack Music Theory
- Write a captivating bass line, using displacements for variations
- 5-step method inspired by The Smile (Thom Yorke) "The Smoke"
SWEEPING ARPEGGIOS
Hack Music Theory
- Write sweeping arpeggios, using a unique layering technique
- 5-step method inspired by Daft Punk "Motherboard"
TIMELESS PIANO
Hack Music Theory
- Write a timeless piano part, which is simple but creative
- 4-step method inspired by The Beatles "Now And Then"