7 ways to make better chord progressions!
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Күн бұрынThese techniques can apply to pretty much any genre if you're feeling like your chords could be more interesting!
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@TheDarkMessiah 3 жыл бұрын
Andrew announced that he was going to have a baby and then went to space. I never imagined he would be a deadbeat dad :'(
@Cyrribrae 3 жыл бұрын
But one day we'll have the documentary where the baby grows up to be an astronaut to find an absentee father.. Like interstellar in reverse.
@koolcat1346 3 жыл бұрын
@@Cyrribrae so basically Ad Astra
@Vwlpe 3 жыл бұрын
@@Cyrribrae Soooo Howard from BBT?
@connert9320 3 жыл бұрын
5:11 Petition for Andrew to only play spaced out chords while he's in space
@Jabersson 3 жыл бұрын
Lmao song challenge comeback
@imagiromusic 3 жыл бұрын
Blew my mind seeing you using my piano plugin! I hope you're enjoying it
@aloeveria 3 жыл бұрын
let's go imagiro!!!!!!
@andrewhuang 3 жыл бұрын
Wow I’m glad you’re watching my stuff hi! Great plugin
@serena_m_ 3 жыл бұрын
I just checked out your plugin, and it looks really enticing from the demos! One question though: Is it compatible with macOS Big Sur and the new M1 Macs?
@byhorizon6155 3 жыл бұрын
I was just about to comment that. So great to see the imagiro piano in an andrew huang vid. Getting the recognition it deserves!
@Leona656 3 жыл бұрын
@@andrewhuang hey it's Lim Doyeon, (clap) between 2031 to 2040, it released a future car called Manifesto.
@perpetualgrimace 3 жыл бұрын
Andrew, who is definitely in space, brings us an excellent video, which he definitely made while in space
@theoracle7463 3 жыл бұрын
It is amazing how he is able to use all the technology that not even nasa has
@ShaymonMizu 3 жыл бұрын
He is for sure in space 😉
@trextonhaldeman323 3 жыл бұрын
So am i stupid or is he not in space currently? or is he and these are just all prerecorded?
@ShaymonMizu 3 жыл бұрын
@@trextonhaldeman323 He’s not in space, it’s for a show
@vlusky_husky 3 жыл бұрын
@@trextonhaldeman323 i mean if you look reeeaaalllyy closely... thats not how you sleep in space but hey what do i know
@GreatFlamingEyebrows_ 3 жыл бұрын
2017: Andrew's time travelling arc 2021: Andrew in space 2025: Andrew goes interdimentional
@jonatandjurachkovitch460 3 жыл бұрын
*interdimensional
@aringrey 3 жыл бұрын
wait that was 2017?!?!
@rileyjames4952 3 жыл бұрын
@@aringrey feels like yesterday bruh
@fattahrambe 3 жыл бұрын
Can you link the video?
@PebProductions46 3 жыл бұрын
2017: Andrew's time travelling arc Also 2017: Andrew mentions building a space ship when moving apartments 2021: Andrew in space
@treyfreeman5992 3 жыл бұрын
Andrew casually writing a song in the middle of a lesson because the chord progression is great, is such an Andrew thing to do. "We'll get right back to the lesson after I show you guys this absolute banger I wrote just now"
@YellowWalkman 3 жыл бұрын
Exactly!
@taftjackson9165 3 жыл бұрын
Banger?
@ethanjyoungmusic 3 жыл бұрын
I've gotten to the point where I just like Andrew's videos before watching it because I already know I'm going to like it
@musicbugbear 3 жыл бұрын
how are you verified with 8 subscribers? genuine question bc i wanna get verified
@ethanjyoungmusic 3 жыл бұрын
@@musicbugbear It's set up with my distributor. If you have your music going to a KZfaq channel, you can link it with other uploads that are not music. It's called KZfaq for artists
@titogotcoins 3 жыл бұрын
@@musicbugbear ayyo another "verified" boy here it's easy to do
@Itsanasmusic 3 жыл бұрын
Truue
@musicbugbear 3 жыл бұрын
@@ethanjyoungmusic i dont have a distributor, but how do i set up KZfaq for Artists?
@DopeSoundGroup 3 жыл бұрын
1:19 Passing Chords 2:45 Change the rhythm 3:07 Lengthen and vary 3:40 Re-voice 5:57 Extensions 6:50 Suspensions 7:05 Non-Diatonic Chords
@brickwallerson7116 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, dude. This deserves to be top comment
@wolfgang4468 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for taking the trouble.
@CameronsMusic Жыл бұрын
Nya.
@Shadoweeeed 4 ай бұрын
@@CameronsMusic :3
@corywithout 3 жыл бұрын
The production values on these are outta this world! Yet another thing that makes this channel one of my favorites.
@illestvillain1971 3 жыл бұрын
I see what you did there. And I am not complaining
@zeynedriege9547 3 жыл бұрын
how the hell did u got verified while having only 7 subscribers?
@somnaut 3 жыл бұрын
48 years old, i can still think Andrew is one of my heroes, right? You’re killing it. Thanks for helping people make music.
@TheBanana93 3 жыл бұрын
Oh hell yeah man, Andrew and Rob Scallon are my fukin heroes!
@melendroach6331 3 жыл бұрын
Two chords, doesn't get much plainer than that. Chainsmokers: hold my beer
@TGMinnieeMee 3 жыл бұрын
For me, can't stress that enough, *for me* this video is a case of, "I knew all of this already." But damn, I needed to hear this again.
@Humr666 3 жыл бұрын
I've been struggling with writing new music. This didn't tell me a lot of new stuff, but it's very reassuring to hear that what I'm doing is correct and it's just a matter of finding the right chords for my song.
@zennixjoen8203 3 жыл бұрын
hey andrew how strong is the wifi connection in space? My room isn’t cutting it
@BeastlyAnteater 3 жыл бұрын
He’s not in space
@zennixjoen8203 3 жыл бұрын
@@BeastlyAnteater ...
@JeremiahFernandez 3 жыл бұрын
@@BeastlyAnteater what do you mean _He’s not in space_
@tomrabbani 3 жыл бұрын
@@BeastlyAnteater yeah, when you say "He's not in space" what exactly do you mean by that?
@BeastlyAnteater 3 жыл бұрын
@@tomrabbani he’s not there
@LoganGabriel 3 жыл бұрын
this channel is without a doubt the most creative thing I watch on KZfaq. the new space idea is quickly turning this into more of a show with educational components which is just awesome.
@scrummyvision 2 жыл бұрын
SUPER cool to see a chord progression video that isn't just keyboard/piano roll. music theory really sticks in your head once you hear the concepts over multiple instruments!
@luisito2997 3 жыл бұрын
Basically how to turn a Harry Styles song into a Radioahead song, Awesome!!
@AmbroseReed 3 жыл бұрын
This is SUCH a clear explanation of how and why song chords can look so funky and have a ton of variation. Seeing you start with something basic and then add successive layers of tweaks is a really helpful example
@ijobrien3 3 жыл бұрын
Lolll this is a very expensive April Fools joke, well played ❤ EDIT: also, your music is fire as always
@theoracle7463 3 жыл бұрын
This could be his new studio
@ijobrien3 3 жыл бұрын
@@theoracle7463 true, but I prefer to think he invested thousands of dollars and many hours of labour into one joke
@eclectic_eel 3 жыл бұрын
oH MY GOD THIS IS A LIFE SAVER
@The_Musical_Cartograph 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for targeting underrated simple tips which are not the go-to generic ways to spice up chord progressions, those simple tricks are lonely and need some love; and some like Voicing start giving endlessly diverse results once you start considering layering and orchestration in general ^^
@spacejamgoliath 3 жыл бұрын
On days I'm feeling inspired I instinctively do some of this and others day I feel so stuck. It's nice to be aware of what I'm not doing. Really helpful stuff
@TheApostleofRock 3 жыл бұрын
That B section was BEAUTIFUL. Really nice progression
@bendavidson2677 3 жыл бұрын
another way to spice up chord progressions is by adding on diminished inversions, its actually my favorite way to progress songs. for example, the chord progression, C - D - B7 - Em, in the key of G or E minor. What i do is i take that B7 chord and instead of dropping down to the B, I go up a half step to that D# and play D#dim7 - F#dim7 - Adim7 - Cdim7 back down to E minor, or you can do, D# - F# - A - F# - E, by voice leading the chords into the next phrase, it also creates a lot of tension and can sound really cool, i dont think i have written a piece recently that doesnt have some some sort of diminished climb. anyways use that as you will. :D
@jaedii7287 3 жыл бұрын
As I was reading this Andrew just played it wth lol @9:04
@Pheonix0114 3 жыл бұрын
I really love how your voice sounds in the demo
@gooodels 3 жыл бұрын
Really love all of the space editing stuff, it’s so cool, also a lot of people still think it’s real lol
@illestvillain1971 3 жыл бұрын
I don't think anyone does. Lol Maybe before he "went" to "space". But now it's so over the top.
@stineb 3 жыл бұрын
@@illestvillain1971 I did ;-; I’m gullible lol
@johncaccioppo1142 3 жыл бұрын
Edit: A lot of people think it isn't real.
@cagaming9724 3 жыл бұрын
That chord progression that starts at around 2:20 is so Young the Giant-ish and I absolutely adore that
@zennixjoen8203 3 жыл бұрын
last time i was this early my dad was about to leave for the store
@JamieK_89 3 жыл бұрын
That last chord progression and melody was sooooo frickin' good!
@sofiasnickers4934 3 жыл бұрын
The last song was so so beautiful!
@Cityz3nn 3 жыл бұрын
That chord progression and melody at 8:10 is really gorgeous !
@lvbboi9 3 жыл бұрын
When you wanted to write a song with this progression but Andrew already writes one that is instantly better.
@becauseisaac 3 жыл бұрын
Andrew, you should totally make a bit of an unscripted just hangout in space video.
@DevilishlyDutch 3 жыл бұрын
Me, entirely expecting to be rickrolled: huh, this is actually just neat
@VivanteMixes 2 жыл бұрын
after years of production, I've learned I do some of these subconsciously but having andrew put it into words is really insightful and solidifies what my mind kinda knows. great video for ppl trying to improve the sound of their repetitive/boring chords, wish i saw this years ago tbh
@lilmacgaming7221 3 жыл бұрын
Dude, your voice was so good in that song holy shit 🤯
@nicholaskahl2830 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Andrew for this video!
@isa-te4ps 3 жыл бұрын
"ask your bass player to do it" is going to be my answer for everything from now on
@ithinkthistimeitsgoingtowork 2 ай бұрын
i love how simplicity is such a focus in this. definitely something I struggle with
@johannes7578 3 жыл бұрын
That simple chord progression has been stuck in my head now. Played it myself, recorded and sounds so good. Thanks Andrew
@goobag123 3 жыл бұрын
that last bit sounded incredible
@ChristianLoftusMusic 3 жыл бұрын
Yo. First.. you're an excellent teacher. I love how your structured this and piece it together one bit at a time. Second... your voice is GORGEOUS in this song. So nice.
@zerobake 3 жыл бұрын
This space set is amazing
@apeckx5090 3 жыл бұрын
all these space videos are totally awesome
@CodyCoates 3 жыл бұрын
Between your vids and my bud who is a complete theory nerd, I feel like I'm getting this... you open the box, he helps me sort through it more. Thanks!!
@beziimusic 3 жыл бұрын
god those drums are CLEAN
@coltonclement 3 жыл бұрын
Love the space vids. Love when youtubers spice stuff up like this.
@markmallory2528 3 жыл бұрын
Absolutely loved the tutorial! Great song BTW, a serious emotional trip in chord progression and the vocals were definitely on point! Thank you Andrew!
@pursuitofnatural 3 жыл бұрын
Between Andrew and Rick Beato, I feel like I'm getting a world class education in music here on KZfaq. Super grateful for all your work! 🙏
@grysndotwav 3 жыл бұрын
Legitimately the best music KZfaq
@TheNormalUniverse 3 жыл бұрын
I'm loving the space vids!
@majasobiech6913 3 жыл бұрын
I missed this kind of videos so much!!! Thank you Andrew, I love theory thursdays, especially when the knowledge included can also help so much in songwriting in general. :)
@roryoconnor8959 3 жыл бұрын
Love your videos man
@mattdyck9931 3 жыл бұрын
For anyone wanting a better (or at least more ergonomic) way to play that E/G#, use a C-shape Barre chord at the 4th fret. If you're new to that shape, you can practice playing an open C chord without using your Index finger and then work on moving that up the neck while barring your index.
@Jabersson 3 жыл бұрын
Andrew would have known he's putting this out on April Fool's Therefore, he missed his window to say it was all a joke and now can never admit the truth until next April He'll be stuck in space for a year
@johannbauer2863 3 жыл бұрын
underrated comment
@kylesilver844 3 жыл бұрын
If Andrew's ship is going fast enough, perhaps he can use time dilation to write a song with some out of this world time signatures. This would also be a good opportunity to do a cross over event between Andrew Huang Spacetime and Matt O'Dowd SpaceTime (PBS). #spacetime #MattODowd
@YellowWalkman 3 жыл бұрын
Smart thought!!
@loganstaub8724 3 жыл бұрын
A couple years ago this video wouldve completely confused me but I’m taking a music theory course right now and this stuff makes sense🤩 great video!
@emmafissinger7422 3 жыл бұрын
Your voice is unique and no one can do it like you 🥰
@michaelh9656 3 жыл бұрын
I was expecting an April fool's joke today but honestly I didn't know whether you'd be telling us you actually *aren't* in space or that you actually *are*
@chris.actual 3 жыл бұрын
thanks man!
@shawnchin5147 3 жыл бұрын
GREAT VOCALS ANDREW
@MuseLeathercraft 3 жыл бұрын
You ROCK Bro! Love you analytical and organic approach to songwriting/composition! Also, I can definitely see you in SPACE SOMEDAY! Thanks 🙏 G
@maedaeburning 3 жыл бұрын
I've got a lot of complicated feelings about watching monsieur Huang's videos because I've been pretty disabled the last handful of years and money is scarce, so between the two I've barely done as much music as I'd like or acquired the gear I want heh. On the flip side, his approach is so friendly and welcoming and he always makes a point of not gate-keeping music in terms of level of experience or gear or whatever while being informative and it's such a fresh reminder that anyone can do music and it has inherent value as what you want it to be or make of it, the only rule is to create.
@stichyface 3 жыл бұрын
I’m loving space Andrew!
@chomantsang3906 2 жыл бұрын
While we appreciate this KZfaq channel like gold, it also hurts a bit that you are not recognized as one of the influential musicians in this generation. ( but you already are.)
@loganpickrell8558 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Andrew you help us all so much man!!
@AcidMonkie 3 жыл бұрын
That's a sick chord progression and melody at the end there, really digging it.
@VillaNko 3 жыл бұрын
the last song he wrote there was amazing. i loved it. i wish it was an existing song
@jordanshelley3669 3 жыл бұрын
DUDE!!!! Why are you not happy with you voice it is absolutely sick!!!! last song I bumped it up to 1.5 speed and was kind of wishing for a complete song. Love your work as they are always educational and you give me tons of inspiration for my own music.
@AlexMoudgil 3 жыл бұрын
FINISH THIS SONG AND RELEASE IT- wow I'm going to listen to this every day
@eross21 3 жыл бұрын
even from space. you still teach us all how to write! thank you
@Sh4dySam 3 жыл бұрын
Super helpful video! Can't wait to share it with my music production class! Thanks for the Monthly course btw !
@iplaysdrums 3 жыл бұрын
4:15 I love the sound of moving tenths like that!
@paulwalsh6734 Жыл бұрын
Dude that bit at end sounds awesome
@alazaruz 3 жыл бұрын
Simply put, YES.
@esotericfilms 3 жыл бұрын
his falsetto is so good
@taftjackson9165 3 жыл бұрын
Sounds like head voice to me
@Extersio 3 жыл бұрын
This is awesome!
@bobsmith12345 Жыл бұрын
these simple tutorials are the best, thanks andrew!
@607 3 жыл бұрын
These are actially great tips.
@trente823 Жыл бұрын
this man is a lifesaver, love you andrew!!
@briccioalesna 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@samuelmessiha8609 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks bro much appreciated
@danielparra3758 3 жыл бұрын
Very enlightening, Thank You!
@aron7973 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Andrew!
@gerpsy4307 3 жыл бұрын
I needed this
@andrewwunrow 3 жыл бұрын
I always love Theory Thursday’s! Especially when they are coming from space!
@falazarte 2 жыл бұрын
This is *Super* useful. Thanks Andrew!
@rodrigomacias 3 жыл бұрын
You're the best Andrew!
@queenofparrots2449 3 жыл бұрын
this is super helpful. thank you!
@slimyelow 3 жыл бұрын
That song in there is really nice !!
@matotuHELL 3 жыл бұрын
Really interesting. Thank you!
@gothicfury 2 жыл бұрын
This was so helpful thnx
3 жыл бұрын
Cool thanks for the tips
@Bavubuka 2 жыл бұрын
Dude, you're so talented man.
@emmettm6911 3 жыл бұрын
Beautiful vocals!
@ilyahohenstein692 3 жыл бұрын
thank you, I love videos that explore composition posibbilities in an easy to digest way
@koconut12 3 жыл бұрын
This song I need asap so I can binge it, blast it in my car, and fall asleep to it ❤ First vid of yours I watched. Subscribed so hard. That tune is epic. I haven't played my use since my Gmail died last summer. I played it for her while she rested. Youre ispiring me to go pick up my electric
@forgetmyhead2115 3 жыл бұрын
thanks very helpful
@binsquirrel 3 жыл бұрын
Very inspiring stuff!
@armstrong.r 3 жыл бұрын
Andrew, this video is too good
@djsandy303 3 жыл бұрын
that part at the end was really cool. choosing chords outside the key. I really wanna learn more about how you went about experimenting with that and selecting those weirder our of key chords.