Passing Notes

Sampled Chords

Our resident music theory expert Oliver Curry explains how sampling chords can add timbral complexity, distinctive harmonic character and a healthy pinch of old-school flavour to your tracks.

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Lessons From Disco

Dance music theory expert Oliver Curry examines…

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Main Room Chord Progressions

Dance music theory expert Oliver Curry explains some of the principles behind big room chord progressions.

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Polyrhythms

Polyrhythms in dance music are an amazingly…

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Ostinatos and Acid Riffs

We examine Mr Fingers' 'Can You Feel…

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Understanding Modes

With a little help from Todd Terje and Kryptic Minds, we explain how modes can be used in dance music.

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Disco House Basslines

Our music theory expert demonstrates a couple of simple tips for creating a funky disco-inspired bassline.

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Contrary Motion

Rachmaninov meets Burial in our music theory…

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Deep House Chords

Indispensable guide to deep house chord progressions.

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