What Does a Song Need to Earn the Label “Epic”?
That’s the question we’re asking, answering, and passing along in Episode 3 of Soundfly’s new podcast, “Themes and Variation.” Check it out!
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An Introduction to Zappa’s ‘Black Page #2’: Modality, Polyrhythms, and Intervals
We explore the fundamental rhythmic, harmonic, and melodic concepts at play in one of Frank Zappa’s most lauded compositions.
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5 Times Musicians Played Through Epic On-Stage Injuries
Finding even a small amount of success in music takes not only sacrifice, but also a whole lot of pain. Everything from the hours of practice it takes to get a certain part of a song just right, to the spinal reconstruction you’ll want after sleeping on floors night after night on tour, to the…
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Quick Tracks Nº 9: Write a Melody Using the Whole Tone Scale
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. Down here at the Soundfly…
