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Parallel or Relative minor?
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Parallel or Relative minor?

Music theory can be confusing. Relative & parallel – which is which? And why is "p" the symbol for "relative"? Learn about the interesting backstory here.

  • Matthias Orgler
Matthias Orgler Mar 26, 2021 • 2 min read
Relative Minor and Parallel Minor EXPLAINED
Getting Started

Relative Minor and Parallel Minor EXPLAINED

Understanding the concept of relative and parallel keys is a must for any decent musician. Relative minor? Parallel major? These music theory terms are a lot easier than they might seem. Let's learn about relative and parallel keys now.

  • Matthias Orgler
Matthias Orgler Mar 19, 2021 • 9 min read
The 251 turnaround (aka ii-V-I)
Songwriting

The 251 turnaround (aka ii-V-I)

The 251 turnaround is one of the most common chord progression in jazz and pop music. This mini course teaches you its practical applications for songwriting and improvising alike.

  • Matthias Orgler
Matthias Orgler Jan 17, 2021 • 7 min read
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