Author: Ian Temple

  • Why You Should Work with One of These 16 Mentors on Your Next Music Project

    Why You Should Work with One of These 16 Mentors on Your Next Music Project

    “Buy this course to get 56 hours of content!” If you’ve ever considered taking an online course, you’ve probably seen that line before, or something like it. The problem is that too many online courses and learning experiences mistake quantity for quality. The best way to learn things is not to passively watch endless hours…

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  • Does Music Theory Still Matter?

    Does Music Theory Still Matter?

    Last year, Rihanna’s hit single “Work” started an argument here at Soundfly. We come from an array of different musical backgrounds, styles, training, and instruments, and the question that kicked us off was: What key is “Work” actually in? It’s got that super repetitive synth bass line that returns to C# every time, giving the…

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  • Don’t Be Boring: A Musician’s Guide to Branding

    Don’t Be Boring: A Musician’s Guide to Branding

    What does “branding” actually mean? Here’s a guide to how musicians can take control of their brand and communicate their value to the world!

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  • What Is a Soundfly Mentor?

    What Is a Soundfly Mentor?

    With Soundfly, you can work with a Mentor from anywhere in the world, on your own schedule, and build towards a project goal you personally set. Learn more.

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  • Would You Like a Mentor with That? Introducing the Headliners Club

    Would You Like a Mentor with That? Introducing the Headliners Club

    Rise above the noise. Make your tracks sound more professional. Develop an original sound. Stand out from the crowd. Write an unexpected yet catchy melody. Hit those notes you never thought you could hit. Achieve the sound you’ve been going for. Publish your next big album. Publish a follow up. Build your fanbase. Make something…

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  • The Science Behind Our Approach to Online Learning

    The Science Behind Our Approach to Online Learning

    Here at Soundfly, we’ve set out to create the most effective learning model possible. Sometimes that means going against what everyone else is doing.

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  • Quick Tracks Nº 6: Write a Melody That’s a Palindrome

    Quick Tracks Nº 6: Write a Melody That’s a Palindrome

    Welcome back to the dance floor, Quick Trackers! Once a month, we hook you up with a short production or songwriting challenge, aimed at helping to up your musicianship. To respond to the challenge, just email us, leave a comment, or post to social media with the hashtag #quicktracks and tag us @learntosoundfly. Draw, o coward! In words,…

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  • Quick Tracks Nº 5: Write a Song for an Artist You Don’t Like

    Quick Tracks Nº 5: Write a Song for an Artist You Don’t Like

    Welcome back to the dance floor, Quick Trackers! Once a month, we hook you up with a short production or songwriting challenge, aimed at helping to up your musicianship. To respond to the challenge, just email us, leave a comment, or post to social media with the hashtag #quicktracks and tag us @learntosoundfly. This week, we’ve got another…

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  • Meet Your Mentors

    Meet Your Mentors

    At Soundfly, we’re really excited about our new model of mentor-driven learning. Yes, we have a ton of fun making high-quality videos and content, but having a human being there working alongside you to answer questions, offer feedback, and push you in the direction you want to go can make all the difference! “Personalized learning”…

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  • Quick Tracks Nº 4: Write a Groove Using the Lydian Mode

    Quick Tracks Nº 4: Write a Groove Using the Lydian Mode

    Welcome back to the dance floor, Quick Trackers! Once a month, we hook you up with a short production or songwriting challenge, aimed at helping to up your musicianship. To respond to the challenge, just email us, leave a comment, or post to social media with the hashtag #quicktracks and tag us @learntosoundfly. …And we’re back! This week, we challenge you…

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