The Best Way to learn harmony
Hey there! Learning harmony can be super fun, and I'll show you the easiest way to get started. Here's your step-by-step guide:
- Start with basic piano skills - Even if you play another instrument, understanding piano helps visualize harmony better
- Learn major and minor scales first - They're the building blocks of harmony
- Study basic chord construction (triads) - Start with C major and A minor
- Practice chord progressions - Focus on common ones like I-IV-V-I
Awesome Resources to Check Out:
- musictheory.net - Free interactive lessons and exercises
- Signals Music Studio - Great YouTube channel for harmony basics
- Hooktheory - Cool website that shows harmony in popular songs
Pro Tip: Use a free app like 'Perfect Ear' to train your ears while learning harmony. It's available on both iPhone and Android!
Remember: Practice for at least 15 minutes every day. It's better to practice a little bit daily than doing long sessions once in a while!