Music theory is the foundation of great music, and the all-important set of rules that most music follows – from harmony and melody, to rhythm.

In previous In Theory articles, we’ve explored the concept of “functional harmony” and how dominant chords feel highly unstable, craving resolution. Music theorists Benward and Saker trace ...

Music contains notes in succession (melody) or notes in combination. When notes are played at the same time it is called harmony. The type of harmony created in a piece of music or a song is the ...

Students completing a Bachelor of Music in Music Theory undergo a rigorous program that prepares them to continue on to graduate study in the field. In addition to working closely with the theory ...

But which notes do we displace? This is fairly consistent. In music theory, we often talk about duplets, which is a pairing ...

Music contains notes in succession (melody) or notes in combination. When notes are played at the same time it is called harmony. The type of harmony created in a piece of music or a song is the ...

Cole released the much-anticipated music video to his song ... but the "This Could Be You" plaque could be a warning. Just a theory. Another theory is that the colorful hair just represents ...

“This isn’t just an honorary degree,” another source close to the singer explained. “Taylor wanted to earn the title of ‘Doctor’ the traditional way. "She’s ready to put in the work, attend lectures, ...