SkillShare Advanced Concepts of Music Theory [TUTORiAL]

Khotso Thahane is a passionate music educator, composer, and producer with a deep love for helping others unlock the language of music. With years of experience in the music industry, Khotso has mastered the art of simplifying complex music theory concepts, making them accessible and enjoyable for beginners and seasoned musicians alike. About This Class 1.Introduction to Advanced Music Theory Importance of theoretical knowledge in music evolution, from making beats and rhythm to music production Case Study : Pharrell Williams. 2. Groove & Syncopation Understanding groove and syncopation and its role in music. The Art of Syncopation : Techniques for creating dynamic and engaging rhythms. Practical exercises and demostraions Practical Applications : examples an exercises to integrate scales into your music 3.Enriching Music with Scales Exploring Different Scales Harmonic, Melodic, Hexatonic & Diminished Minor Scales Scaling Aplications Practical: exercises and examples to integrate scales into your music 4. A Journey Through Modal Scales Introduction to Modal Scales Lydian, Mixolydian, and their unique characteristics Exploring Modal Interchange Concept of borrowed chords and their creative uses 5. Chord Theory & Progression Understanding chord structures: Major, minor, diminished, augmented and seventh chords Crafting Chord Progressions: Common progressions and their emotional impacts Examples and practical exercises 6. Rhythm & Fusion Introduction to Polyrhythms Understanding an applying polyrhythms Hands on exercises to apply theoretical concepts. Groove & Rhythm, Chord progression and Scaling Interactive sessions to integrate groove, rhythm,chord progression and scaling