You're a composer
from today.
You just crossed the border between listening to music and creating music. Come back whenever you need to review — the course isn't going anywhere.
These 4 chords are in over 200 songs — from the Beatles to Bad Bunny. Theory explains why they work.
History of Music
From the vulture-bone flute to reggaeton — and from Los Mac's to Mon Laferte. An interactive timeline with audible examples from each era.
Specials
Deep dives into the history of the bands that changed everything. Start with the The Beatles Special — the complete story of the Liverpool quartet.
What musical soul are you?
No question is about music, but you'll discover which of the 8 musical souls beats inside you — from the Baroque Architect to the Rock Rebel. Challenge your friends.
To break the rules, you first have to know them.
Theory isn't a cage: it's the map. The Beatles, Stravinsky and Bad Bunny knew the rules they broke. Here you learn them — so you can break your own.
The path
7 lessons. From "what's a chord?" to composing your first song.
Sound
What makes a C sound like a C?
Rhythm & Groove
Why *Billie Jean* makes you nod your head
Melody
Why *Let It Be* sounds like hope
Harmony
The 4 chords that conquered pop
Song Form
Verse, chorus, bridge — the DNA of pop
Styles
What makes something sound like reggaeton or bossa?
Your First Song
Write something of your own, step by step
Final Challenge
Test your ear and your theory
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