What Is a Cantus Firmus? (and How to Write One)
This compositional form and tool was used emblematically throughout the Middle Ages, here’s how it works and how to write one.
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The Curious Case of the △7 Chord Symbol
In this new video courtesy of Soundfly’s YouTube channel, join us as we uncover the mysterious origins of the major 7th ∆ symbol.
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Watch 10 of Our Favorite Free Videos on Our YouTube Channel Right Now
Watch 10 of our all-time favorite free videos, culled from our courses, courtesy of weekly growing our YouTube channel.
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A Compendium of History’s Most Famous Hip-Hop Rhythms
Don’t miss this historical breakdown of hip-hop’s most famous breaks and drum rhythms, including the artists who created and sampled them.
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Celebrate National Jazz Appreciation Month With These 7 Lessons
Watch these 7 lessons taken from Soundfly’s artist-led premium courses that explore and celebrate the vast legacy of American Jazz music.
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Essential Resources on the History of Punk Music
If you’re interested to learn about the storied histories of punk music, read, watch, and listen to these incredible hand-picked resources.
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How a Pipe Organ Makes Sound
In this highly detailed explainer, you’ll learn how air passes through the perfectly shaped tubes in a pipe organ to create tuned tones.
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Sonic Swagger: The Best Samples Left Naked in Hip-Hop
Sample-flipping is a music production art capable of creating mega-hits, but what happens when songs leave original samples completely bare?
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A Brief Crash-Course in Hardcore Punk From Yesteryear to Today
One of the most influential genres of all time, have you heard all of these pioneering, boundary-pushing bands? Dive in… (to the mosh pit.)
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5 of the Most Unusual “Instruments” Used in Musical Scores
From natural sounds to mechanical devices, many unusual things have been incorporated into musical scores by daring composers. Here are 5.
