dorian – Signals Music Studio

A lot of people think the musical modes exist just to confuse guitar players, but the truth is that modes are extremely useful practical tools for any modern composer. Modern music is filled with modal harmony, so here are seven different ways you can actually use the modes to write...

Music Theory and Songwriting Course FAQs

I’m not a guitarist. Should I still take this course?

Probably! Only about 15% of this course is dedicated to the guitar, while the remaining concepts are taught in a way that can easily be applied to any other instrument. However, since all the theory taught is viewed through the lens of the guitar, it is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED that you own a guitar before pursuing this course to finish.

I am a beginner/advanced guitar player but don’t know theory- is this course for me?

This is not a course on guitar playing or technique, but on theory and songwriting. The only skills you are expected to know is how to read guitar tablature, and the absolute basics of guitar playing (how to fret a note, open chords, etc)

How does your course compare to taking private lessons?

I can confidently say that this method of learning will be more effective and valuable for many types of students. Since there is no wasted time or filler, it is more time-efficient than real life lessons where the teacher or student can get distracted. The printable materials are of a higher quality than most private lessons. And the ability to replay a lesson over and over is invaluable for students struggling to understand difficult topics.

I watch your Signals Music Studio YouTube channel a lot, can these same topics be found for free on your channel?

Not quite- my YouTube channel explores more advanced topics without explaining the prerequisites. 95% of the content in this course is totally unique and unexplored on my channel, and is taught in a linear fashion as to make sure you’re totally competent by the end. There are only two lessons that include cross over with my YouTube channel. However, after some lessons, you are directed to specific YouTube videos I’ve produced to help expand on your understanding of the previous topics and to help weave my channel in with the course.

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7 Ways Musicians ACTUALLY Use Modes

Music Theory and Songwriting Course FAQs

I’m not a guitarist. Should I still take this course?

I am a beginner/advanced guitar player but don’t know theory- is this course for me?

How does your course compare to taking private lessons?

I watch your Signals Music Studio YouTube channel a lot, can these same topics be found for free on your channel?

Does my access to the course expire?

Can I access the course offline?

Are there refunds?

Last time I looked, the price was $200 but now it’s $270. What gives?

There’s no way I can afford your course. But I really want/need it. Can you help?