Music Theory
Designed specifically for guitarists, this course teaches you how notes, scales, chords, and progressions fit together on the fretboard—no confusing jargon, just hands‑on insights. Whether you’re just learning how to play guitar or a self‑taught player ready to level up, you’ll build a powerful, systematic understanding of music that translates directly into your riffs and solos.
General Music Theory
Let's start with some easy concepts like the relation between intervals, guitar scales and guitar chords. Through that you'll learn harmony and chord progressions. Plus the Circle of Fifths, voice leading and other more advanced concepts like secondary dominants.
Beginner Scale Theory
Learn the fundamentals of guitar scales. We'll start on the C major scale, then move to the relative A minor scale. You'll learn some tricks to fully understand the major and minor scales.
Beginner Chord Theory
Learn the basics about guitar chords including major, minor, how to build chords, chord families, secondary dominants and more.
Intermediate Scale Theory
Learn variations on standard scale patterns like the major scale and pentatonic scale, scale boxes, scales in various genres, exotic scales and modes.
Intermediate Chord Theory
Learn the origin of guitar chord shapes like the barre chord and the power chord, some harmony theory, 7th chords and variations, plus other chord extensions.
Advanced Scale Theory
Take your scale knowledge to the next level. Learn the CAGED system for lead guitar, various altered scales, plus visualizing guitar fretboard patterns so you are able to play anything!
Advanced Chord Theory
Understand advanced chord concepts like the CAGED system, shell voicings, extended harmony and more!
Learning To Read Music Notation
You most likely already read guitar tablature. Musical notation isn't much more difficult in concept. Learn how to read musical notation for guitar from the very beginning with musical examples you can play along to.
Ear Training (Aural Skills)
If you can hear it, you can play it! Learn to hone your ears and listening skills with some interval training and chord theory.
FAQ
What are the basics of music theory?
The basics of music theory include understanding notes, scales, chords, rhythm, and key signatures. These elements explain how music works—how pitches and durations are organized to create melodies, harmonies, and structure.
What are the 7 fundamentals of music?
The seven fundamentals of music are pitch, rhythm, melody, harmony, form, timbre (tone color), and dynamics. These core elements help describe and shape the sound, emotion, and structure of any musical piece.
Is music theory that hard?
Music theory can seem complicated at first, but it's very learnable when taken step by step. Many musicians find that once they understand the basics, it becomes a helpful and logical way to understand and create music.
What is the first thing I should learn in music theory?
Start with learning the musical alphabet (A to G), the concept of whole and half steps, and how to build a major scale. Understanding how a scale is constructed gives you a strong foundation for chords, keys, and more complex theory later.
Can I teach myself music theory?
Yes, you can definitely teach yourself music theory using books, videos, apps, or online courses. Like learning an instrument, consistency and practice are key to understanding and applying what you learn.
