Odd Time Signatures That Don’t Sound Odd

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[@The_Gary_Douglas]

Hey Ray & Kate. LOVE your channel! Im slowly progressing through ALL the videos you have to try and get myself more up to speed. I have to say that the way you guys explain things is awesome. Makes me really start to understand the topics you discuss in each of the videos. I think I should win because Ive been playing drums since I was 11, (nearly 40 years ago) and NEVER learned any theory at all. Drums I can pretty much play by ear and I "hack" (some pun intended) my way through guitar and bass parts using tabs. I know you both probably just rolled your eyes, LOL. Our garage had a fire a few years ago and I decided this was my opportunity to get back into music the way I used to be many years ago. I ripped the whole thing down to the concrete slab and started from scratch to build myself an awesome "DEDICATED" home studio. Its been complete for about two years now and I am really starting to get back into it on a regular basis and I LOVE it!! MY DILEMA: I STILL can't read music, and know very little theory but now, more than ever, I have an extreme hunger to learn it so I can greatly improve the quality of what I'm trying to produce. Since I really grasp things the way you explain them, I think this makes me the ideal candidate to win the course! You can check out the studio @ instagram.com/8three7studios/

[@HynekRozkovec]

Hi Ray & Kate! I deserve to win because I only use white keys and 4/4. ;-) And I drink tea with Czech rum which is forbidden to be called rum. ;-) Anyway, keep on making your great videos! Thanks!

[@HackMusicTheory]

Haha, Hynek, thanks for stopping by and entering the giveaway! Yup, you're right, the apprenticeship would definitely be a great way to "cure" white keys & 4/4 ;) Thanks so much for your kind words, and be sure to drop by next week for the announcement of the winner! Kate :)

[@brandonlindsay1000]

Great video, as always. I once wrote a song in 7/8 and it is my favorite song of mine. I should win because I can come up some ideas that I think would work great in a song, but it's super hard for me to get them to hang together. As you've mentioned when spotlighting your apprenticeship, it's designed for people who have trouble actually finishing songs. And while I have a few finished songs, the number of *un*finished songs I have greatly outnumber them. So I would greatly appreciate it if you would pick me for this!

[@johncostopoulos7741]

Apart from your great videos, I have to say that you put "a smile on my dial" with your delightfully quirky personalities! The hats initiated an instant grin!! Thanks so much!

[@DrakeAceGaming]

You guys have given me lots of cool tricks and tips to try in my own songwriting and have even inspired me to create my own channel teaching music!

[@ghostuncle]

I love your videos. I'm an older guy (50) who has studied music since childhood,but never seriously enough. Now that I'm really serious about music, I need to hurry up and learn what I can about theory that I've been missing all theses years. I once thought that theory was unnecessary in pop/rock music. I tried the "free" (ignoring theory) method but never did anything compelling. But I have realized the error of my ways. Help me repent! Also, being older, I have no illusions about chart success. I make music for music's sake. It gives my life meaning, if that's not too dramatic.

[@damienhill3917]

This year I’m pushing for my dream of being a professional EDM producer/DJ. I would love to learn more from you while I’m traveling around the world. The next 12 months I will be doing nothing but writing music. So having an expert like you helping view my music differently is only going make me reach my dream faster.

[@kagisonkele5367]

I should win because I am bombarded by raging waves of information tossing me to and fro as I try to learn and apply theory and could really use an organized step by step type of learning environment to calm these waves in this sea of music production so I can actually make progress, and I am getting a bit dizzy with all this dangling around.

[@benthewavecame]

I was in a progressive metal band for many years, we utilised some really fun time signatures and polyrhythms in our music but unfortunately we had to disband (around 3/4 years ago). Our work commitments meant that we couldn't ever get in a room together to practice, let alone play gigs. I have since been sat in my 'man cave' trying to write music, and although I've had some success I feel that the lack of collaboration is making my music predictable and uninspired. I really miss writing with other people and although your videos are helping to spark my creatively I'm still feeling pretty glum and depressed about my music, almost to the point that I don't even want to continue anymore. Should I win your contest? Maybe not. But I feel it may go someway to helping me out of my 'slump'. Keep up the amazing content (I am subscribed and watch every video) and I look forward to seeing more videos from the pair of you, PEACE¬!

[@HackMusicTheory]

Hey hey Benjamin! Thank you for being part of our Hack Music Theory community, we truly appreciate you. Thanks also for entering our giveaway, and sharing your story. We're happy to hear that our videos are helping you, but we're very sorry to hear you're feeling glum, depressed about your music. Please don't quit! The world needs your music. Even if you don't win, please consider the apprenticeship, as we have had many apprentices who were also in slumps, but who are now feeling positive and making music regularly. You'd also be invited to join our apprentice network, which is a private social media platform where our apprentices share works-in-progress and get supportive and helpful feedback from all around the world. We also encourage apprentices to collaborate, so perhaps you could find new collaborators within the network! Please know that we're cheering you on 100%, do keep in touch and let us know how you get on with your music making. All our best and have a wonderful week! Kate :)

[@chaptris]

Why SHOULD I win? There is absolutely no reason I SHOULD win. I WANT to win. A lot. I mean I really, really WANT to win.

[@Benjamin-om3ih]

Hey guys Ill take a stab at this. I not sure i deserve or should win but here is why id like to. I love this channel, i watch all of your videos and wish i could do the course. Im a student and its unmanageable for me, but that's ok! I watch your videos and love them. Recently ive been moving away from writing prog music and trying to focus on more accessible country and folk music. Something you guys talk about alot (even in this video) that it is much harder to write great pop songs with catchy hooks and interesting rhythms than complex, limitless prog metal. So far this has totally been my experience and I havent made alot of music ive been really happy with under the country umbrella. I really love your content have no doubt that this course would be of real assistance in helping me make better music. If i win or not, either way, love your guys, one of the best channel on youtube., peace

[@maxim122]

I would drink a lot of tea when go thru your course. You guys helping a lot with free videos already, would like to learn more.

[@Wizitch]

As the 101th commenter I obviously deserve to be the recipient of your uber generous Apprenticeship Giveaway. I'm a guitarist who just cleverly chopped the tips of two of my fingers off with a lawnmower - I've been spending my recuperation time watching at least 1 MHT video every day. I've even started drinking tea. Good luck to all the other entrants and congratulations to the final winner.

[@HackMusicTheory]

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[@netuno60]

Why I should win??? I don't know why. I'm not different from anybody and I as everybody on this list would like to learn more with your course. Well, anyway I think I should win because I probably am the oldest guy here. I'm 64 years old and I'm always eager to learn more about music theory and how to compose. Anyway, thanx for another good video. And a very happy end of the year.

[@weslaycock466]

Life..life brings challenges...When I was alittle boy. My ears would blush as I listen to music. I'd ask myself, but how, how is this divine essence created, how is this magic possible? I drove myself mad seeking the answer. Naturally I turned to drugs to cope with the pain of constantly failing at finding any leads to this magic. But, one day in a winter alleyway of Calgary Canada, a mysterious hooded man approached me. Scared for my life as this large figure of a man got closer and closer. He became so close that I was pressed against the wall behind me gasping as I looked up at this mystery mans face. This giant of a man staring down at me with fire in his eyes, opens his month and starts to speak. A voice so bold it sounds like a -1 octave lower then my own voice. He say's..."WHAT YOU MUST SEEK, is Hack Music Theory". The man holds his stare, then turns around and walks away. Loss for words I process what happened and immediately head to the nearest internet cafe to seek this Hack Music theory. With a quick google search I discover Hack Music Theory, is a legend of two magical wizards who mastered this magic that I seek to compose myself. Immediately I head to where the storys say these powerful wizards live. Traveling by foot it took me 3 winter seasons to reach the wizards home in Vancouver Canada. I knocked at the door, an animated tattooed man answers and says "hello, something I can do for you". I exclaimed how I journeyed many nights to find the musical wizards who have the answers that I seek. The tattooed man says: "You mean music theory? Well I can teach ya that no problem it's quite simple when its explained right. But you didn't have to come to my house, we have a KZbin channel". I stare blankly at the tattooed wizard with confusion all over my face... Then the wizard exclaims: "But no worries man come in will get some tea first.". The End. You should pick me because my dreams and sense of fulfillment is centered towards music and Hack Music Theory is the only resource I trust with music theory education.

[@chethankadoor3547]

Hi Ray and Kate! I really deserve to win it because I write my songs in Eb minor because I like to think I'm blind, black and I'm Stevie Wonder (except I'm not). I think you guys will easily be able to get the song reference and also figure out why Eb minor pentatonic scale (hint:black). There's really a lot to explain! P.S. I really really love your content! You guys are great.

[@K1nkyD1sco]

This competition is pretty C Major, thanks for offering it. To be frank, I simply can't afford the course hence Im entering. When I first discovered your channel and it was still small, I knew you guys were the teachers waiting for me. So attending the course is a dream come true by itself for me!

[@JuanMartinezBTF]

Hi, Kate and Ray. Thank you for sharing your knowledge, it has been amazing what I have improved when it comes to overcoming the writer's block and I thank you very much. It would be great to win a position in your course to feel more confident when writing a new song and to create a process that is repeatable. Have a great day!

[@basslightyeah]

Got a couple of complex sounding 4/4 songs, can't wait to try this technique out.

[@JustinNogle]

Another Hacktastic Voyage courtesy of our hosts Ray and Kate. This is really awesome stuff. Regarding the giveaway, I love you guys and your unique perspective on theory and its inner workings. After reading the books offered on your website, I know that your apprenticeship course could take my songwriting to a whole new level while being entertained simultaneously! Regardless of winning the giveaway, thanks again to you both for all you do!

[@tomaszmazurek64]

Hey there, y'all. Nice tricks, I didn't know about the "regular" snare pattern in 7/8. Judging from my experience finding a good grouping for your meter is the most important thing in making an odd time signature "readable" to the listeners. You can take this concept even further if you make the use of different note lengths (eg. one grouping using 1/8ths, one using 1/16ths), of triplets (or other tuplets) and swung rhythm. You can even make 4/4 interesting that way!

[@muhammadrezahaghiri]

Hello! Last day I was waiting for your video .... And again, Prog rock/metal riffs ... I really love the way all of these bands compose riffs or drum lines! Specially my favorite bands Gojira and Meshuggah! Recently I found an Ukrainian band called "Jinjer" and I'm not sure they're prog or not, but they sound DJENT as FUZZ! Anyway, I think your holidays are close (ours are in Spring), so Happy Holidays!

[@HackMusicTheory]

Hey hey Muhammadreza! So lovely to hear from you, as always! And yes, it's another prog/rock/metal video haha, we love it!!! Yeah I've heard of Jinjer, I think I saw them in the new metal releases recently as they had a new single out. Can't remember them though, I'll have another listen (we listen to sooooo much music haha, it's hard to remember all the artists). Thanks for the heads up on 'em. By the way, do you wanna enter our course giveaway? Just comment on why you should win :)

[@muhammadrezahaghiri]

@@HackMusicTheory Oh, Of course I would like to enter that give away! As long as there's no problem for you (as I'm Iranian), I appreciate that! And why should I win? I can't explain, but the simple reason is I don't have enough time or money to take musical education in a music academy. And, who's a better teacher than my favorite youtubers? :)

[@dougarnold7955]

Jinjer is awesome!

[@Mr_Seran]

Heya, thanks so much to give us a chance to win your course! I actually really would like to follow this course because (to tell you all) I began playing around with my DAW maybe a year ago (all I did was some bad remixes haha), and now I really would like to progress in music theory in general, aaand maybe with enough knowledge I could even create some music for a group project, that's a little hope I have haha ^^ Anyway, huge thank you for that and for your vids in general, it really helps! :D (and I love tea

[@HackMusicTheory]

Hey hey Mr_Seran, it's so lovely to see you again, it's been a while. Hope all is splendidly well with you! Thanks big time for still being with us, we really appreciate you! And thanks also for entering our giveaway and sharing your story, we hope to see you back here next Saturday for more theory hacks, and to find out who won! Until then, enjoy your tea and have a wonderful week :)

[@Mr_Seran]

@@HackMusicTheory Aww that's so nice of you I really appreciate it, thank you, and all the best for you too! :D

[@TamaraGalloway1]

Would it be possible to add an extra unstressed beat so the music sounded leisurely instead??!

[@HackMusicTheory]

Well hello there Tamara, it's so very lovely to see you here! Hope all's splendidly well with you over in Orpington! And what an intelligent question, not surprising though, coming from an apprentice ;) Yes indeed, you could absolutely do that. There's many ways to make odd time sound even less odd, like not playing the kick on beat 1 of the second bar of 7/8 - that's one of my favourites, as you don't really notice that it's odd time at all. We'd love you to play around with your idea and post a private Soundcloud link of the result in the Network, so we can hear it! Anyhoo, other than that, how's the music making going? :)

[@kenthompson5201]

I have music in my soul. I have been playing guitar since 1970. (Yes I am an old fart, but I can, and do still rock.) I have about 18 EDM songs that I have finished. All boring due to my lack of theory. I also have many many partial bits of music, that I have written, rotting on my computer. I think my main ideas are solid, but I get stuck with transitions to pre chorus, chorus, breaks, ect. I just don't know where to go with them. I feel confident that you guys and your apprentice program would be a blessing for me. I love your videos and have purchased some of your hacks. All great resources. Anyway, I will continue to be a sponge for your videos and publications. Peace!

[@icon777771]

Hi Harmonies. Hope you are well. Stumbled on your content and how amazing it is. You have rekindled a love for trying to make music again that I haven’t done for years due to frustration. I have unfinished music and would love to fire up my software to finish them off with a structured course. I would love to win your apprentice course to help me close those gaps which I know would do that. Helping me make great music that stands out, so i could get discovered!

[@Ranga1.0]

A small question. Why Cubase Pro box on your table and why are you using REAPER

[@orchidcolors]

I'd love to win the apprenticeship because I've studied music as a vocalist/pianist (an eternal beginner of a pianist, but I do like how well I can sing), as well as studying how it's recorded. I love guitars, but I'm not so good at playing them (but they are so wonderful!). I've written lyrics for more than 10 years, and poetry for about 20+ years. Imagine my "vault" of stuff. (I have posted a few things on my blog, but the lion's share is waiting for me to set it to music.) I've got loads of disconnected ideas, and years of study. I'm hoping the apprenticeship will help me connect the theory and the ideas (I have faith in your teaching style and knowledge) and bring something wonderful to the world. With the connected ideas and theory I hope to finally be able to support myself and my mom with my music. (We take care of each other, our disabilities kind of complement each other, but it's a bit of a hard road, the way it is just now.) I also hope to help other through the things I've been through, as a way to pay it forward from all the people who have helped me along the way. Music allowed me to feel like I wasn't alone, and I'm dying to share that with others. It would just be a dream come true. I can work hard, that's cool, but even awesomeness has to stand out. I know your apprenticeship will help with that. I mean, your videos have already helped me, so thank you so much for that, no matter what.

[@chethankadoor3547]

Hi Ray and Kate! I really deserve to win it because I write my songs in Eb minor because I like to think I'm blind, black and I'm Stevie Wonder (except I'm not). I think you guys will easily be able to get the song reference and also figure out why Eb minor pentatonic scale (hint:black). There's really a lot to explain! P.S. I really really love your content! You guys are great.

[@chethankadoor3547]

:3

[@claybearden6402]

I would appreciate winning an Apprenticeship because I've lived through four semesters of classical theory, two semesters of jazz theory and I would love to know what to do with all the theory. Either way, I'll keep watching your videos. Thank you.

[@Michael_leopard]

I need to win because it would complete my Hack music Theory collection! I've got everything else! Can't have a dude having an incomplete collection for Christmas can you? A cure for collectile dysfunction! Merry Christmas!

[@HackMusicTheory]

Hahaha "collectile dysfunction"... ooohhh that's a GOOD one!!! Thanks for entering, Michael, and thanks big time for being here, we appreciate you! Hope to see you back here next Saturday for more theory hacks, and to find out who won :)

[@Gettin_chunky]

Thanks guys. Keep it up. I've only been producing for 1 year as of this month so time signatures haven't really been utilized yet. I'm sure there are people more deserving than I am, but I would love to win. Regardless of that you guys are appreciated.

[@HackMusicTheory]

Happy 1-year anniversary, L. J.! We're so happy to be a part of your music making journey, and we're cheering you on 100%! Thanks for your very kind words, and for entering our giveaway, we hope to see you back here next Saturday for more theory hacks, and to find out who won :) Have a fabulous Sunday!

[@KentoNishi]

Well that's an odd discovery, I couldn't even tell. *Sigh* Bad Puns

[@HackMusicTheory]

Haha we love your puns, Kento, keep 'em coming! And as always, thanks big time for being here, we really appreciate you! How's everything down in Cali?

[@KentoNishi]

@@HackMusicTheory I have my first finals next week, but I can't resist a HMT video!

[@HackMusicTheory]

Haha you're awesome, Kento, thank you!!! Now close KZbin and get back to your studying ;) And remember, we're cheering you on all the way! Please come by next Saturday and let us know how it went :)

[@orchidcolors]

@@KentoNishi Good luck with the finals!

[@dougarnold7955]

( I think I spent 43 hours listening to Panophobia by the Agonist). I love odd time and time shifts. Eths did some really good time signature changes and the new line-up of Torture Squad is amazing. I think the real trick is to shift into common time just a little and then back to odd.

[@SoundBoss5150]

@1:47 I'm a scrooge mcgrinch when it comes to xmas but this is why I love you two xDxDxDxDxD

[@janwalter76]

A tutroial about making a track around vocals would be nice. Cant find any good ones out there. I have some nice vocals im gonna make some music too and I've got the chordprogression for them but it doesnt sound like it fits. They should because they came with the vocals. The vocals are in 100BPM from start but want them to fit to 128BPM so probably there the problem lies.

[@HackMusicTheory]

Hey hey Jan, thanks for stopping by, and welcome to our Hack Music Theory community, we're super stoked to have you here! Our last series (that we did earlier this year) was actually all about a song that started with the vocals, so you can watch that playlist here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/d5qxqIWpaLNsqbs We also have a bunch of other vocal videos in our Hack Melody playlist. Lastly, our online course (Apprenticeship #1) teaches the music making process from start to finish, and the song in the course coincidentally also started with the vocals! So, if you wanna go seriously deep into the music making process, then check it out here: HackMusicTheory.com/Apprenticeship Hope these resources help you, Jan, and all the best with your track :)

[@WizardOfArc]

Thanks for this. I’ve been obsessed with making danceable odd meters for years now :)

[@valium-fm7236]

I think I should win, because i think the keys tattooed around your neck look fKn awesome... oh and this is a brilliant channel. fanx for askin :)

[@HackMusicTheory]

Haha awesome! I think you may be the first person on here to have commented on the piano tattoo around my neck! Not sure if that's cos it's too abstract for people to see what it is, or if they just don't like it haha! Oh well, I very appreciate your kind comments about my tattoo, and more importantly, about our channel. Thank you!! We're super happy to hear that you're enjoying our videos, and we hope to see you back here next Saturday for more theory hacks, and to find out who won :)

[@valium-fm7236]

@@HackMusicTheory i spotted it ages ago - a fantastic idea for ink. - Sod people who don't like it, its not like we have our tattoo's to make narrow minded people happy. i watch all your vids, so yea, i will be back for the next upload. Keep it Proppa ;)

[@HackMusicTheory]

Haha amen to that! And thanks big time once again for being a loyal Hack Music Theory member, that proppa means the world to us ;)

[@cailen]

I don’t feel that I “deserve” anything but I would surely put the apprenticeship to good use and work diligently and consistently for the reward!

[@fraproxy]

Hey oddly dressed people! I should win your course as I never won anything and I am pretty sure I won't win it either now. I am also not sure I can actually learn anything from there. Also I don't know if I want to as don't believe anything above is possible. Cheers!

[@LostInPresets]

Hey lovelies, thank you! In step two you group the notes of each bar. Why??? Is it to make the odd time signature sound less odd by having a group of four sixteenths at the front of each bar giving an accessible 4/4 feel in the 7/16 odd time? Sounds awesome as usual. ;)

[@HackMusicTheory]

Hey hey Ben, lovely to hear from you, as always! Hope all's well in beautiful Devon! Great question, too. Grouping gives structure to each bar, and that makes it more digestible (and memorable). To hear how vital grouping is, try this experiment. Program four bars of 1/16 note arpeggios (like in this video), and make them all the exact same velocity. Also, don't program anything else (no drums, no bass, nothing!). Then, have a listen to the result. It will sound like an overwhelming mess of notes! There's nothing giving it structure, so you can't hold on to anything. Now, simply add grouping (using the method in this video), and hear how it all magically comes to life, and is instantly digestible and pleasing! We humans love patterns, and that's why grouping is vital! Hope that helps, Ben. By the way, we haven't seen you in our private Network yet, do you need another invite? We'd absolutely LOVE to have you in there, it's pumping and there's loads of fellow Brits, and tea! Ray :)

[@LostInPresets]

Hack Music Theory Oh thank you so much for getting back to me with such a detailed answer! Please do me an invite again. I’d love to join and get involved. Thanks again. Ben.

[@HackMusicTheory]

Wooohooo!!!!!! Super stoked to get you inside :) Just sent you another invite (to your Hotmail address, hope that's the right one?). If you don't get it, just let us know and we'll send it to another address. Thanks again Ben, and we'll see you in the Network :)

[@spencerrobinson5386]

Eyo! I cannot express how much I wanna win this apprenticeship, I'm a super fan of you guys! I didn't know how to build chords or progressions before you guys c: Plus I feel like I'm right on the cusp of pushing through and finishing my first song. I've recently gotten my first daw(like 2 weeks ago) but I'm having issues transitioning between sections and I tend to have issues with wanting to add to much to my pieces. Anywhoo, either way you guys are great, thanks for the videos c:

[@orchidcolors]

That temptation to add too much is real for me too. People often say/suggest limiting yourself in some way. I've not tried that, but it seems like a good idea. Also, the more I learn about different song forms (as well as the classical forms for pieces) I'm much more able to control my impulse to overload my song because I have a better grasp of the space I'm filling. I will save the unused things and set them aside to be used later in something else, so that I don't cram the current piece with too much stuff.

[@spencerrobinson5386]

@@orchidcolors exactly the issue I deal with xo I'm making electronic music too so it's too easy to put a bunch of effects on and have it end up sounding just completely over processed.

[@johnsexton8082]

Hi Harmonies, only recently found your channel and got one of your books, I'd like to win to help me learn how to write good music and not be just another producer of chopped up loops. I've been trying to learn music theory and the art of song writing for a while but strugle with putting it all together. I have very limited sight and use screen reader/magnifier software to work with PC and DAW, don't play any instrument but have a reasonable grasp of MIDI. Also having trouble downloading your free book on scales but managed to purchase the follow up book, which is great. Good luck to everyone and mery Christmas/holidays to all!

[@ujnhunter]

I don't know that I deserve to win, but I'd use the knowledge granted by the course to bring better music into the world! Or at least better music than I have made in the past! I actually really enjoy your videos and try to use something new from your "Hacks" in every new song that I create. Also, I may have told you before, but it is thanks to your videos that I finally grasped some music theory and have been able to put it to use in my music ever since. Thanks.

[@orchidcolors]

It is SO nice to get a grasp on music theory. It can be so..overwhelming? not sure of the right word, but there's a lot to it (or can be), and it's easy to make it sound scary. Best of luck in learning and creation.

[@puissance]

Why should I win? Maybe because of luck or maybe because I'm stuck where I don't know enough music theory to start writing songs... I have collected gear, books, software, and tools over the years, but I don't know where to start.

[@sagarsaluja2047]

I'd be glad to tell you that you've really made things much easier for me , but first, TEA!

[@Malajustid]

I can give you no better reason than because Tea!

[@philjones229]

Love your videos. I so need to improve my music theory. Always have just got by with bits n pieces and playing by ear. Need to learn and expand my music knowledge and hopefully produce better music everyone can enjoy.

[@ShadowViper001]

I always find Odd time signatures to be interesting, but i could never find a good way to write music in these odd signatures. Both this video as well as the video where you discussed Tesseract's time signatures hacks have helped a lot with this, so thank you so much for these videos! And for the giveaway. I think i should win because I would love the assistance on song writing. Just recently recorded some members of a band for my audio recording class final, and I had so much fun with it. Now, I would love to see a completed project on the other side of that coin: music production/Composition.

[@HackMusicTheory]

Hiya ShadowViper001, it's great to hear from you! We're thrilled to hear that our odd time signature vids have been helping you make odd music ;) The apprenticeship would definitely be a great compliment to your audio recording class! Thanks for entering the giveaway, be sure to come back next week :) Until then, have a lovely week, full of music making! Kate :)

[@spacemanzero9874]

Hi Ray and Kate. I should win because I'm still learning (I will never stop!), But I desperately need some music theory coaching. I subscribe to your channel and I'm a big fan. Sometimes it is like drinking from a fire hose. Thanks for everything!

[@mistersplice]

I'd love to win because I need some sort of boost to my "music-making." Sound collages are difficult.

[@nandakoryaaa]

OMG good to see you alive!

[@HackMusicTheory]

Haha yeah this video took TWICE as long as usual with all the extra editing!!! Sorry for being a day late, but we're so happy to see you here on a Sunday :)

[@nandakoryaaa]

I'm so very happy to see you! I like the hack and also the bassline here. By the way, earlier you have been doing videos with answers to music theory questions, do you plan to continue that?

[@HackMusicTheory]

Aw thanks Andrei, you're awesome!!! Currently we don't have any plans to do the theory question videos again, as we're loving this new format, but who knows :)

[@PetervanderPlaat]

I'd love to win the apprenticeship giveaway because I just started making music. I never had a musical background or training. I think this apprentice is a good start to making good melodies and chords.

[@badboyz2075]

I deserve to win because i want to make my crush love me through my music so that i can express my feelings to her .... she doesn’t believe in love though 😞

[@kiarainthetree]

Hello Ray and Kate! Thanks for the video and the givaway! My name is Lucía, I'm from Uruguay, I sing and I'm learning how to play the piano. I would like to win because learning how to make music and express myself through it has always been one of my dreams. Your videos have helped me a lot but I still have a hard time trying to write a song, especially transitioning from one part to another. I haven't finished anything so far and I'm determined to do it this summer, I could really use the apprenticeship course, I read about it in your website, but I'm a broke ass student who can't afford it T.T Anyway guys, thanks for your videos! Keep it up!!

[@HackMusicTheory]

Well hello there Lucía, it's so lovely to meet you! Thank you for being part of our Hack Music Theory community, we truly appreciate you. Thanks also for entering our giveaway, and sharing your story. We're so happy to hear that our videos are helping you, and we hope to see you back here next Saturday for more theory hacks, and to find out who won! Until then, have a wonderful week Lucía, and thanks again :)

[@illlanoize23]

Pretty awesome. The only way I can do sevens is with 4-3 or 3-4 groups. I probably shouldn’t win. I barely even know what a note is. Wait what am I doing here

[@mishabeast]

I cant take a grasp of the riff, I dont read midi.

[@HackMusicTheory]

Yeah it's a super quick riff, Mikhail, that's for sure! Try slowing down the video for the MIDI playthrough at the end, hopefully that should help :) And thanks big time for being here, we really appreciate you!

[@Multi-Waves_Sketchbook]

I've been waiting for this!

[@HackMusicTheory]

Yay, we're so happy to hear that, hope it was worth the wait :) So you know Good Tiger? Not many people do :) Hope you're having a lovely Sunday, and thanks for connecting!

[@jakelarner4202]

So excited to see Good Tiger on here.

[@HackMusicTheory]

Yay Good Tiger!! Do you have a favourite song from the new album? I sure couldn't pick one, I love them all

[@jakelarner4202]

@@HackMusicTheory My favorite Good Tiger song has wavered back and forth between Salt of the Earth and Grip Shoes but honestly all of their stuff is really good!

[@optimal4900]

I should win , because i am hooked by your channel, you two make me happy every Day and make me breaking the barriers of learning music theory. I thank you two so much for your awesome work and podcasts :-)

[@HackMusicTheory]

Hey hey Optimal Music Productions, thanks for entering and for your very kinds words! We're over the moon happy to hear our vids/podcasts are helping you learn the language of music, yay! We're cheering you on 100% :) We hope to see you back here next Saturday for more theory hacks, and to find out who won :) Until then, take care and happy music making! Kate :)

[@optimal4900]

@@HackMusicTheory thank you :-)

[@Nora-tl5lg]

Why i should win? Because i am a young ambitious musician that tries to become better and better every day. I have played the piano for the majority of my life, and i am always up for a music related challenge :D Also, i am subbed

[@princekingston1426]

Now , I think I deserve to win because I need it so badly as I'm an average guy who knew theory when I was a kid but I stopped going class because of some financial issues.... Now I know a little bit basic theory but I really want to play and create new things with music which stand out like you guys do it in your videos Thanks!!! Keep up!!!

[@HackMusicTheory]

Hey hey, Prince Kingston! Thanks for being here, and sharing a bit about your musical journey, we're thrilled to be a part of it :) And thanks also for entering, we hope to see you back here next Saturday for more theory hacks, and to find out who won :)

[@renh4361]

I want to win because I want to contribute to the world of music. Just as you perfectly defined it in this video, there are smash hits and works of art. I am deeply interested in the latter, and want to be able to ignite my creativity and share my stories and ideas through this art called music. But first, there is music theory. And what better way than to brush up my knowledge with a course created by masters with a great sense of humour? With this, I believe I can achieve this new years resolution, and I very much look forward to the amazing work that comes out of it. Thank you very much for your effort and I am sure that I would study diligently, and definitely recommend the course to others!

[@MichaelLeeMetalProject]

I'd love to win the apprenticeship giveaway because instead of writing/recording/mixing one album I decided to go for 2 albums in two different genre's. I was inspired by you guys to write some Dance/Techno and I got some good tunes kicking, I'm just not quite sure how to finish my tracks without sounding amature.. lol Great vid, as always!

[@carlitosviewsyou]

This was cool, I watch a lot of your videos, keep them coming Ray and Kate. Also I feel u, there’s so much music coming out. But yeah think I should win because I’m super passionate about making music my life and uhhhh I would really appreciate the opportunity to learn from you all- I think you make and show us a lot of really unique and great music in all these videos

[@HackMusicTheory]

Hey hey carlitos, thanks big time for stopping by, we truly appreciate you being here and entering our giveaway! We're super happy to hear you're diggin' our music and videos! We hope to see you back here next Saturday for more theory hacks, and to find out who won :) Until then, take care and happy music making! Kate :)

[@carlitosviewsyou]

@@HackMusicTheory aw thanks kate :+)

[@HAZARDOUS88]

Seriously cool, thanks!

[@gnobal]

I hope to win so I can learn more about music theory. I just started making music as a hobby and it looks like music theory is a big advantage (instead of just winging it :)

[@jponter]

Hi Ray & Kate. Lapsong Souchong , smoky!! :) lil drop of milk & a mince pie! Merry Christmas from Kent, UK. 🇬🇧🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@HackMusicTheory]

Hey hey, so lovely to see you again, it's been a while. Hope all's splendidly well with you in the beautiful ol' garden of England! How's married life treating you? Thanks big time for stopping by and connecting, we truly appreciate you! And Happy Crimbo to you too :)

[@jponter]

Hack Music Theory married life is amazing thank you 😊 change in circumstances means a lot more commuting and less time for writing unfortunately. But can’t complain too much 😁 thanks for being here and putting out the awesome videos! 💕💕

[@HackMusicTheory]

Yay we're so happy to hear that married life is amazing, we definitely agree with you on that!!! Sorry to hear about your long commuting though, and we hope that changes soon, as the world needs your music! Thanks again for being here :)

[@SelectCircle]

Are your ears so good that you discerned this just by listening - or did you see their sheet music?

[@HackMusicTheory]

I work out all the music we cover by ear (been doing this music thing for well over three decades!), and besides, I love the challenge, especially on songs like this haha! Thanks big time for stopping by, we truly appreciate you being here. If you wanna enter our giveaway, just reply with why you wanna win. Thanks again! Ray :)

[@SelectCircle]

I would like to learn how to analyze by ear - on THAT level. I can pick up the usual time signatures easily enough! But how do you discern the impossibly weird ones? What's the method? O_O

[@HackMusicTheory]

It's just practice, that's all, no fancy method or anything, just good ol' fashioned practice! If this is a skill you'd like to improve on, then I'd recommend doing a little bit of it every day. Seriously. Daily (and focused) practice of anything will make you improve hugely, and quickly too! It's all about that daily routine :) Please keep us posted on your progress, and thanks again for being here :)

[@SelectCircle]

Nodding my head. I heard that. And I'll take it to heart. Just work harder! Thank you. I'll start tonight with Pat Metheny.! : D

[@HackMusicTheory]

Haha you're awesome, and that attitude will get you to where you wanna be! And you know what, it's not necessarily about working harder, it's about working regularly. In other words, don't do the "weekend warrior" practice routine, just put in a little practice every single day. Once again, please keep us posted, as we'd love to know how you're progressing! And please remember, we are cheering you on all the way!!!

[@gokulnarayanan6076]

Because i could be a loyal apprentice?😋 And it'd be cool to learn straight from the masters 😍 I'll honestly agree that the music you guys make is not entirely in sync with my tastes, but the knowledge is valuable, and who doesn't like to get better?

[@FabianoChagas]

Freaking A, as usual, guys

[@adamdrakone9170]

Cause even an atheist deserves a festive gift from time to time, even 4/4 time, and since it is an odd time hack it would be odd not to give a gift this time ;) BTW: great content as always!!! You both RAWK

[@HackMusicTheory]

Haha thanks for your entry and the word play, Adam, you made us both laugh! And thanks big time for being here, we appreciate you, and we hope to see you back here next Saturday for more theory hacks, and to find out who won :)

[@adamdrakone9170]

@@HackMusicTheory sure I will be here next time. The magic bell notify me every single time ;)

[@HackMusicTheory]

Yay!!! Thank you for having the magic bell on :)

[@adamdrakone9170]

@@HackMusicTheory \m/ keep up the great work and premium content!!!

[@aleksandarstojanovic373]

I deserve to win... Becauseee.... Hmmm.... I always liked you guys, you know that??? :D

[@HackMusicTheory]

Aww, that's kind of you to say Aleksandar, thank you :) And thanks for entering our giveaway! We hope to see you back here next Saturday for more theory hacks, and to find out who won :) Until then, take care and happy music making! Kate :)

[@aleksandarstojanovic373]

@@HackMusicTheory

[@specialkonacid6574]

Cuz I'm a loser baby, and theory kills me

[@HackMusicTheory]

Haha nice one! Thanks for being here, we appreciate you. And thanks also for entering, we hope to see you beck here (see what I did there!) next Saturday for more theory hacks, and to find out who won :)

[@horizonofficial5422]

Crazy Vide)))

[@juancastro6056]

It's my Birthday :)

[@cuejosh9453]

help me

[@CRayBeats]

Thanks for all the help guys! I've been a sub for a while now :) I think I should win because my wife spent all our holiday money on the kids & now I'm broke! :)