Best ways to learn theory?

[Darryl Hattenhauer]

Any tips?

 

[poser]

I took a semester of theory when I was in college. That would have been about about 1973. I don't remember much of it anymore. What was the question?

 

[AcornHouse]

If you lived closer you could take classes at the Univ. where I teach it. :mrgreen:

First, what theory are you looking to learn: general, classical, jazz, pop? If there are any colleges near you, see if they offer courses in theory. Also, do a Google search for music theory online. There are a number of sites. Also, Berklee offers online music theory, which I would recommend.

There are also books that are made for self study. One on fundamentals is by Clough-Conley, forget the exact title, but it's a programmed course in music theory. An amazon search should find it easy.

If you have specific questions, give me a shout.

 

[AcornHouse]

Here's that one book:
http://www.amazon.com/Scales-Interv...&qid=1362451366&sr=8-1&keywords=Clough+Conley

 

[Bing k]

Any tips?

This method works pretty well for someone who plays music but is unsure of the theory involved.

Whatever music you're playing right now, start applying theory to it.

" Back" into the theory from the music you know. You are using music theory right now you just don't know what is applied where. Figure out what chord schemes you're using and what scales and keys you're using by applying what's available in easy to understand learning materials such as "basic how to read music" or my favorite "music theory for dummies".

Then as you move on to new music you'll apply the theory you have learned from the music you know to the music you are learning. There's a lot of materials out there that don't cost much, and are pretty hands-on simple to use. As you apply the learning material to what you're playing the theory starts to make sense and your library of knowledge expands.

Once you learn some music theory it changes how you "listen" to music. As a consequence it changes the way you "learn" music for the better because it opens up so many more concepts for you to explore.

To get started: What music are you playing right now? Pick some thing you know pretty well.

 

[Jeff]

Would something like this be useful ?

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[coastie99]

Would something like this be useful ?

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Aridzonaman probably understands Pretzel Logic better ! :wink:

 

[southernGuild]

Aridzonaman probably understands Pretzel Logic better ! :wink:

8) I'd suspect that "Any Major Dude will tell you" that this is true.

 

[southernGuild]

I took a semester of theory when I was in college. That would have been about about 1973. I don't remember much of it anymore. What was the question?

:wink: That's at about the same time that Rikki went and lost that number :shock:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UfZWp-hGCdA
But, What a hefty waft of 'Music Theory' these guys served up for us all to enjoy. Still Wows me good! 8)

 

[Darryl Hattenhauer]

Looks like Bing has the plan, and Jeff and Acorn have the books. I would indeed start with what I know--rock, blues, country, folk, and bluegrass. The ultimate goal is to understand classical and jazz, especially jazz improv, which seems miraculous to me. Jazzers seem to have computers for brains. I want to get some idea of what goes on in the minds of the Charlie Parkers of the world. I wonder how it compares to language and math.

 

[Darryl Hattenhauer]

PS I just went to amazin' amazon and got a copy of each of those books. They should be here in a few days. I'll be famous shortly after that.

 

[griehund]

Any tips?

Different people learn in different ways. I am structure dependent, linear and hands on. If I can't categorize information and make it work in logical sequences I get lost and lose focus. Being hands on, I have to have my guitar in hand and play as I go. Some people can assimilate random information and fit it into where it belongs. I can't. Whatever I read in a book I have to actually do for it to sink into my head and stay there. Anyway, if you can find out how you learn you'll be way ahead of the game. Just sayin.

 

[Darryl Hattenhauer]

PSS I also bought this DVD: http://www.amazon.com/EASY-GUITAR-THEOR ... sic+theory

 

[Darryl Hattenhauer]

PSSS And in Humidzona, they understand pretzel and Heinie logic.

 

[Darryl Hattenhauer]

Greidog,

That's why I got the DVD.

Hatted frau

 

[southernGuild]

Greidog,

That's why I got the DVD.

Hatted frau

I have the "Fretboards Roadmap" book. It's very good, But am considering getting the DVD as well....just to help it sink in a bit more. Whats the DVD you have like Hat? Good one?

 

[Jeff]

PS I just went to amazin' amazon and got a copy of each of those books. They should be here in a few days. I'll be famous shortly after that.

Dang !! I was gonna propose some sort of trade.

 

[adorshki]

I'll be famous shortly after that.

H--l Darryl, that Bieber dude is "famous".
Dennis Rodman is "famous". Especially recently.
Even the infamous Rosie is "reverse famous".
I think ya oughta set yer sights a bit higher than that.
Especially if ya don't wanna risk windin' up on Oprah with Rosie.

 

[Darryl Hattenhauer]

I'd much rather be on Oprah than Rosie.

 

[griehund]

I'd much rather be on Oprah than Rosie.

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That ain't nice.


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