Best Chord Progression Ear Training Podcasts (2025)

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144-Renaissance Music Pt.1 (Early-Mid) 1:13:21

15d ago1:13:21

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Continuing from episode 134, Middle Ages Music Pt.2, we will now get into the early to mid Renaissance period. In this episode, we will cover the composition techniques and musical stylings of composers, such as Guillaume Dufay and Josquin Des Prez (within the church and outside the chuch), begining in the 15th century.…

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Ep.17 : Music_Theory_Rebuild 28:38

1M ago28:38

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Send us a text Music_Theory_Rebuild — Redefining the Foundations of Music Theory THIS EPISODE IS A FULL SUMMARY OF MY FIRST 16 EPISODES. In this transformative episode of our music theory podcast, "Music_Theory_Rebuild", we dive deep into rethinking the core principles of music theory. Whether you're a music student, musician, music theorist, or si…

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143-The Big Recap Pt.3 1:27:24

2M ago1:27:24

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We decided to dedicate another episode to the purpose of reviewing some of the topics we've covered up to a certain point. This episode, part 3 of our recaps, will cover episodes 40-70! By episode 70, we have covered the equivelent of a "theory 3" level education, in academic circles. We humbly thank you all for your support and for the community w…

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Ep. 16 : Key_Changes_&_Modulation_Part_2 23:53

2M ago23:53

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Send us a text 🎶 Welcome to "Key Changes and Modulation Part 2" – a deep dive into one of music theory’s most expressive tools! In this episode, we explore advanced concepts behind key changes and modulation, building on the foundational principles from Part 1. Perfect for music theorists, music students, educators, everyday musicians, and professi…

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Ep. 15 : Key_Changes_and_Modulation 29:00

2M ago29:00

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Send us a text In this episode of The Harmonious Blacksmith, we dive deep into key changes and modulation—two fundamental concepts that every musician, music theorist, and music student should understand. Whether you're a guitarist, pianist, or composer, mastering key changes can elevate your compositions and performances. We'll explore different t…

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142-Melodic Dictation Pt.8-Locrian Mode 1:27:49

3M ago1:27:49

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Melodic dictation, the act of transcribing and notating a melody by ear, is a crucial skill for a musician to cultivate. In this episode, we will focus on the ever elusive Locrian mode. Let's listen!By Burns/Phillips

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Season Final - Understanding Chord Progressions with the Number System 20:55

3M ago20:55

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Send us a text In this SEASON FINALE of Fret Friends, I leave you with a cliff hanger! No, not really. I'll be back though. Season 2 is being planned as we speak! Today's episode is all about the understanding of chord progressions, specifically by using the number system. Thank you to all those who have listened from all around the world - you're …

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How To Get Out Of A Rut 16:44

3M ago16:44

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Send us a text In this episode of Fret Friends, we dive into my the topic of how to get out of a rut. This is life! We all get stuck once in a while. Enjoy these example and try to keep an open mind. These will help. :) Sit back and enjoy! Thank you all! Support the show Subscribe & Connect: Instagram @apguitarguru TikTok @apguitarguru YouTube @apg…

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The Power of Ear Training - Dominant 7 + Major 7 chords - what are they? 14:23

3M ago14:23

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Send us a text In this episode of Fret Friends, we continue our mini segment 'The Power of Ear Training' with the next step - Dominant 7 + Major 7 chords! Whether you're a beginner or an experienced player, hearing the difference is as important as actually playing the different chords! Let's go! Support the show Subscribe & Connect: Instagram @apg…

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141-The Blues Pt.3-Piedmont and Texas Blues 1:03:53

4M ago1:03:53

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In episodes 64 and 89, we discussed the roots of blues and country and delta blues. Now we spread out from these genres to cover Texas blues and Piedmont blues. We will discuss how the sounds from these regions stand apart and a few of the main artists that influeced these styles.By Burns/Phillips

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Top 2 Acoustic Versions of Hits! 27:08

4M ago27:08

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Send us a text In this episode of Fret Friends, we dive into my Top 2 Acoustic Versions of Hits! Not live lounge, no. Not covers from other people, no. By the bands themselves! Sit back and enjoy! Support the show Subscribe & Connect: Instagram @apguitarguru TikTok @apguitarguru YouTube @apguitartv Web apguitar.co.uk Mail [email protected] If …

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The Power of Ear Training - How to tell the difference between a Major and Minor chord 16:24

4M ago16:24

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Send us a text In this episode of Fret Friends, we begin our mini segment 'The Power of Ear Training' with the first step - how to tell the difference between a Major and Minor chord! Whether you're a beginner or an experienced player, hearing the difference is as important as actually playing the different chords! Support the show Subscribe & Conn…

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Ep. 14: Improvisation_Part_2 25:00

4M ago25:00

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Send us a text Welcome to The Harmonious Blacksmith, your go-to podcast for mastering music theory and unlocking the secrets of musical improvisation. In this episode, Ep.14 Improvisation_Part_2, we dive deeper into the art of improvisation and how to apply essential music theory principles on the fly. Whether you’re a music student, a professional…

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Common Guitar Mistakes 8:52

4M ago8:52

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Send us a text In this episode of Fret Friends, we dive into my experiences with students and the common mistakes they make whilst learning guitar. More importantly, I explain the answers to these! Support the show Subscribe & Connect: Instagram @apguitarguru TikTok @apguitarguru YouTube @apguitartv Web apguitar.co.uk Mail [email protected] If…

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Ep. 13: Improvisation_Part_1 27:51

4M ago27:51

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Send us a text Episode 13: Improvisation_Part_1 – Unlock the Secrets of Music Theory & Improvisation Welcome to Episode 13 of our music theory podcast! In this episode, we dive deep into improvisation, a critical skill for musicians and composers alike. Whether you're a seasoned music theorist, a music student, or simply a music theory enthusiast, …

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Instagram Q+A! I Answer YOUR questions 11:23

4M ago11:23

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Send us a text In this episode of Fret Friends, I answer YOUR questions! Thank you to all the questions I received for this episode via Instagram. You made this episode happen! Support the show Subscribe & Connect: Instagram @apguitarguru TikTok @apguitarguru YouTube @apguitartv Web apguitar.co.uk Mail [email protected] If you enjoyed this epi…

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How To Improvise A Guitar Solo / Soloing Improvisation Tips! 12:18

4M ago12:18

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Send us a text In this episode of Fret Friends, we dive into the popular topic of improvisation through guitar soloing! There’s no "right" or "wrong" when it comes to improvising, just different ways of creating musical ideas. Support the show Subscribe & Connect: Instagram @apguitarguru TikTok @apguitarguru YouTube @apguitartv Web apguitar.co.uk M…

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140-Listener Compositions Pt.8 1:38:25

5M ago1:38:25

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This, our 8th Listener Compositions episode, is all about our fine listeners and their fine talents. Let's hear what they've been up to! This episode will feature the original music of Soren Thomsen (Current Maso), Edward Bender, Thomas Czarples, Emily Zhang and Keith Andrews!By Burns/Phillips

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Ep. 12: Arpeggios 28:40

5M ago28:40

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Send us a text In this episode of The Harmonious Blacksmith, we dive deep into the world of arpeggios, a cornerstone concept in music theory that every music student, theorist, and music theory enthusiast should master. Whether you’re a beginner or an advanced musician, understanding the mechanics of arpeggios is crucial for improving your musical …

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A Typical Guitar Practice Routine 13:10

5M ago13:10

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Send us a text In this episode of Fret Friends, we dive into what a typical guitar practice routine could look like! Whether you're a beginner or an experienced player, how you practice is just as important as what you practice. Support the show Subscribe & Connect: Instagram @apguitarguru TikTok @apguitarguru YouTube @apguitartv Web apguitar.co.uk…

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How To Practice Guitar 10:39

5M ago10:39

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Send us a text In this episode of Fret Friends, we dive into the essential topic of effective guitar practice. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced player, how you practice is just as important as what you practice. Support the show Subscribe & Connect: Instagram @apguitarguru TikTok @apguitarguru YouTube @apguitartv Web apguitar.co.uk Mail …

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Ep. 11: Season_1_Review/Season_2_Preview 24:31

5M ago24:31

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Send us a text In this special episode of our Music Theory Podcast, we dive deep into a comprehensive Season 1 Review and provide an exciting Season 2 Preview. Whether you're a passionate music theorist, a dedicated music student, or a seasoned musician, this episode is packed with valuable insights and analysis that will help you elevate your unde…

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139-Harmonic Sequences Pt.1 1:01:58

6M ago1:01:58

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Melodic sequences occur frequently in music. They are often accompanied by harmonic sequences. Certain harmonic sequence patterns are constructed to preserve good voice leading without breaking the pattern. In this episode, we will focus on the descending circle of fifths sequence.By Burns/Phillips

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Ep. 10: Keys_and_The_Circle_Of_Fifths 30:56

6M ago30:56

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Send us a text Podcast Episode: Keys and The Circle of Fifths In this episode of our music theory podcast, we dive deep into the fascinating world of musical keys and the Circle of Fifths, two fundamental concepts every musician, composer, and music student must understand. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced player, mastering the Circle of Fi…

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Ep. 9: Ear Training_Part_1: Intervals 29:07

6M ago29:07

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Send us a text In Ear Training_Part_1: Intervals, we dive deep into the foundational concepts of ear training and intervals, tailored specifically for beginner music theorists and aspiring musicians. Whether you're a guitar player looking to improve your aural skills, a music student starting your journey in music theory, or simply seeking to sharp…

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Ep. 8: Chord Progressions(Part 2-With Review) 25:36

6M ago25:36

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Send us a text Podcast Episode Title: Chord Progressions | Unlocking the Secrets of Harmony in Music Theory In this episode of [Podcast Name], we dive deep into the fascinating world of chord progressions and their pivotal role in music theory. Whether you’re a beginner or an advanced musician, understanding chord progressions is key to unlocking t…

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138-Music and Grief 1:14:41

7M ago1:14:41

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Grief, and the emotions that come with it, can often effect how we listen to music and how we write music. However, music can be a good companion during the healing process. In this episode we will share our experiences and those of some fellow musicians. We will discuss composers that have been stricken with grief and we will look at ways to use m…

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Ep. 7: All About Minor 30:59

7M ago30:59

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Send us a text All About Minor Scales – A Complete Guide to Minor Scales in Music Theory Welcome to this deep dive into minor scales! In this episode, we explore everything you need to know about minor scales in music theory. Whether you're a musician, music educator, or guitar player, understanding the minor scale is essential for mastering music …

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Ep. 6: All About Scales(Part 2) 27:44

7M ago27:44

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Send us a text All About Scales Part 2 | Music Theory Podcast In All About Scales Part 2, we continue our comprehensive exploration of scales in music theory. Whether you're a music theorist, music educator, musician, or music student, this episode dives deeper into the complexities of scale construction, modal theory, and how scales shape harmony,…

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Ep. 5: Triads and Chords(Part 2) 30:05

7M ago30:05

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Send us a text Triads and Chords Part 2 | Music Theory Podcast Welcome to Triads and Chords Part 2 on the Music Theory Podcast! In this episode, we continue our deep dive into the world of triads and chords, building on the foundational concepts covered in Part 1. Whether you're a music theorist, music educator, musician, or music student, this epi…

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Ep. 4: Chords and Chord Progressions 30:09

7M ago30:09

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Send us a text Chords and Chord Progressions Part 1 | Music Theory Podcast Welcome to the Music Theory Podcast! In this episode, we delve into the fascinating world of chords and chord progressions, essential concepts for any music theorist, musician, music educator, or music student. Understanding chords and how they move through progressions is k…

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137-Schenkerian Analysis Pt.2 1:31:17

8M ago1:31:17

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In episode 132, we merely scratched the surface of Schenkerian analysis. We will now continue our discussion of prolongation and listen to a few more examples of horizontalization. We will then discuss how Schenker looks at dominant and predominant functions. Ready your theory brains!By Burns/Phillips

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Ep. 2: All About Scales(Part 1) 31:08

8M ago31:08

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Send us a text All About Scales Part 1 | Music Theory Podcast In this episode of our Music Theory Podcast, we dive deep into the fundamental building blocks of music: scales. Whether you're a music theorist, music educator, musician, or music student, understanding scales is crucial for mastering music theory. All About Scales Part 1 covers the cor…

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Ep. 3: Triads and Chords(Part 1) 31:08

8M ago31:08

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Send us a text Triads and Chords Part 1 | Music Theory Podcast In this episode of the Music Theory Podcast, we explore the foundational concepts of triads and chords—key elements in Western music theory. Whether you're a music theorist, music educator, musician, or music student, understanding triads and chords is essential for mastering harmony, c…

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Ep. 1: The Beginnings of Music Theory 15:36

8M ago15:36

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Send us a text The Beginnings of Music Theory | Music Theory Podcast In this episode of THE HARMONIOUS BLACKSMITH, we explore The Beginnings of Music Theory, taking a historical journey through the roots of musical thought and structure. Whether you're a music theorist, music educator, musician, or music student, understanding the origins of music …

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THBS_Preview_Episode_0 1:44

8M ago1:44

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Send us a text This is a preview of my upcoming Music Theory Podcast titled: 'The Harmonious Blacksmith'. Launches on Friday, October 25th, 2024. Subscribe now! Episodes will be released Weekly on Fridays. Support the show Linear Music Theory Learning For Everyone!By Kevin Patrick Fleming

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136-Instrument Care Pt.5-Percussion 1:00:18

9M ago1:00:18

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Percussion instruments are known to take a beating. Still, it's important to keep them safe, clean and properly maintained. In this episode, we will review the instruments of the percussion family and share some tips we found to keep them sounding and looking their best!By Burns/Phillips

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135-Harmonic Progression Pt.12-Non Chord Tones 1:19:42

10M ago1:19:42

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Passing tones, appoggiaturas, pedal tones and suspensions are just a few of the non chord tones we discussed in Ep. 28. Now we will take a little more time training our ears to recognize them. After all that, we will play examples and test our ability to identify them in a chord progression. Let's listen!…

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134-Middle Ages Music Pt.2 1:10:48

11M ago1:10:48

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Continuing from episode 75, Middle Ages Music Pt.1, we will now get into the later part of this era. Polyphony is now becoming commonplace. We will discuss composition tools such as oraganum, chant, the motet and the hocket. We will also discuss how other cultures beyond the world of Western music use chant in their own music. Let's go back a bit, …

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