Building Harmonic Sketches - A Guide to Chord Progressions with Basic Music Theory

Learn to create foundational song structures through a 36-minute video tutorial that teaches harmonic sketching techniques with minimal music theory requirements. Master three key techniques for building chord progressions, starting with the basics of major and minor keys, exploring diatonic triads in C major and A minor scales, and understanding chord transposition. Progress through practical exercises in creating chord banks, distinguishing between chords and triads, and developing chord progressions in A minor. Advance to more complex concepts like adding bass roots, implementing smooth voice leading, and incorporating 7th chords. Conclude with learning how to transpose your harmonic sketches to different keys, providing a solid foundation for songwriting and composition.