Ep. 22 : Music-Theory-Interviews: MEET THE BLACKSMITH
Send us a textEpisode 22 is my very first Interview in a series of upcoming interviews. This one is all about the HARMONIOUS BLACKSMITH himself! Learn his background, how he came to become a professional musician , and ultimately, how he came to become a Music Theory Podcaster.This entire series of podcast episodes includes :Music Theory, Gregorian Chant, Western Music, Notes, Pitch, Melody, Harmony, Triads, Chords, Chord Progressions, Scales, Greek Modes, Keys, Key Changes, The Circle of Fifths, Modulation, Bass Lines, 4-Part-Harmony, Voice-Leading, Musical Improvisation, Song-Writing, and much more! Subscribe Today!#music #podcast #musictheory #musichistory #musictheorypodcastFind the next great song for your playlists.Music news, reviews and interviews to bring you closer to your favourite artists.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showLinear Music Theory Learning For Everyone!
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Ep. 21 : Ear Training - How To Hear Chord Progressions Using Bass Lines(Part 2)
Send us a text🎧 Episode 21 : Ear Training - How To Hear Chord Progressions Using Bass Lines (Part 2)In this powerful continuation of our bass line breakdown series, we dive even deeper into the essential skill of hearing chord progressions by analyzing bass movement. Whether you're a musician, music student, or music theory enthusiast, this episode is packed with practical insights to sharpen your ear training and harmonic awareness.Learn how to identify diatonic and non-diatonic bass patterns, decode functional harmony, and recognize chord movement in real musical contexts. We also explore how bass lines provide harmonic clues that can unlock a deeper understanding of tonal structure across genres—especially in classical, jazz, pop, and gospel music.If you're passionate about music theory, ear training, and improving your musical intuition, this episode is a must-listen. Perfect for self-taught musicians, formal music students, and anyone who wants to internalize harmony through bass line analysis.🎼 Take your musicianship to the next level by learning how bass lines can guide your understanding of chords, voice leading, and harmonic function.#Podcasts #MusicTheory #Music Education #MusicHistoryFind the next great song for your playlists.Music news, reviews and interviews to bring you closer to your favourite artists.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showLinear Music Theory Learning For Everyone!
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Ep. 20 : Ear Training - How To Hear Chord Progressions Using Bass Lines(Part 1)
Send us a text🎧 Ep. 20: Ear Training - How To Hear Chord Progressions Using Bass Lines Are you ready to improve your ear training and take your understanding of music theory to the next level? In this powerful episode, we dive deep into the essential skill of hearing chord progressions by identifying bass lines. Whether you’re a music student, aspiring musician, or passionate music theory enthusiast, this episode gives you practical strategies to train your ears to recognize intervals, root movements, and the harmonic function of chords based on bass note patterns.Discover how recognizing scale degrees, diatonic functions, and cadences can unlock your ability to play by ear, compose music, and transcribe songs faster and more accurately. We also break down common chord progressions and show how to isolate the bass line to predict the harmonic structure. This is Part 1 of a multi-part series designed to build your ear from the ground up!Don’t miss out—subscribe and follow for the next episode in this ear training series.🎵 Master your ears. Master your music. 🎵Find the next great song for your playlists.Music news, reviews and interviews to bring you closer to your favourite artists.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showLinear Music Theory Learning For Everyone!
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Ep. 19 : Music Theory - Bass Lines - Part 2
Send us a text🎙 Episode 19: Bass Lines – Part 2 dives deeper into the world of bass lines—exploring their theoretical foundation, historical evolution, and critical role in shaping musical harmony and rhythm. Whether you're a music theory student, composer, musician, or just obsessed with what makes music tick, this episode offers a comprehensive look at how bass lines anchor chord progressions.THEORY TERMS that are relevant to this episode: Melody, Harmony, Chromatics, Scales, Chords, Triads, Chord Progressions, Walking Bass Lines, Root Note, Chord Inversions, Melodic Bass Line, SATB, 4-part compositions, Arpeggios, Keys, and I-IV-V Progressions.Perfect for music education, this episode is packed with practical insights and historical context, giving listeners tools to better understand and write stronger bass lines.Tune in to enrich your knowledge of music composition, expand your understanding of tonal harmony, and discover why the bass is one of the most underrated forces in music.#musictheory #musictheorypodcast #musiccommentary #musichistoryFind the next great song for your playlists.Music news, reviews and interviews to bring you closer to your favourite artists.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showLinear Music Theory Learning For Everyone!
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Ep. 18 : Music Theory - Bass Lines - Part 1
Send us a textEpisode 18: BASS LINESEpisode 18 of THE HARMONIOUS BLACKSMITH : A MUSIC THEORY EXPLORATION is all about Bass Lines. We will review a few terms to lead up to it like : Melody, Harmony, Chords, Chord Progressions, Scales, and even Gregorian Chant.New terms include : Bass Lines, Range, Voice-Leading, Counterpoint, and SATB/4-part harmony. We will discuss the 4 main vocal ranges for SATB Chorale-style compositions and how the Bass Range lends itself to Bass Lines.In the end, we will take a famous song as well as the prototypical I-IV-V progression and play a "Bass Line Game" in order to understand how Bass Lines are constructed, function, and the overall creativity that is possible.Find the next great song for your playlists.Music news, reviews and interviews to bring you closer to your favourite artists.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showLinear Music Theory Learning For Everyone!
About The Harmonious Blacksmith: A Music Theory Exploration
The Harmonious Blacksmith: A Music Theory Exploration is a podcast dedicated to unraveling the complexities of music theory, designed for music theorists, musicians, educators, and students alike. Whether you're a seasoned composer, an aspiring music student, or a music historian, this podcast provides insightful discussions, expert interviews, and deep dives into the principles that shape Western classical and contemporary music.Each episode explores key topics such as scales, chords, chord progressions, melody, harmony, triads, the circle of fifths, chord inversions, I, IV, V progressions, musical improvisation, bass lines, greek modes, keys, key changes, modality, and the evolution of musical structures throughout history. With an emphasis on both theoretical concepts and practical applications, The Harmonious Blacksmith bridges the gap between academic rigor and real-world music practice, making it an invaluable resource for those looking to deepen their understanding of how music works. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned pro, The Harmonious Blacksmith provides a rich, engaging exploration of the art and science of music theory, all while fostering a deeper appreciation for the beauty of sound and structure.#musictheory #musiccommentary #musichistory #music #podcast
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