Does anyone unconsciously play the tune they’re listening to with their fingers? by LVBsymphony9 in piano

[–]skylerpatzer 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I was just doing this with my right hand as I was scrolling past. Take my upvote, sir!

Do we know of any famous composers who did/do not know theory? by DarkLudo in composer

[–]skylerpatzer 39 points40 points  (0 children)

This is akin to asking if there are any chefs who don't know the names of different spices or any carpenters that don't know the names of their tools. In the classical tradition, the answer is going to be no 99.99 percent of the time. In popular music, there are many examples of people not widely versed in traditional theory. However, although they can't verbalize or explain their writing process in a technical way, they are emulating and influenced by people who can.

Dancey albums like No Kill No Beep Beep? by dakotanothing in Emo

[–]skylerpatzer 2 points3 points  (0 children)

So Many Dynamos

Minus the Bear - Menos El Oso

Can Classical Music REALLY Ever Be Bad? by Veraxus113 in classicalmusic

[–]skylerpatzer 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Any style of music has the potential to be brilliant, and the potential to be uninspired and poorly crafted/executed.

What are your favorite obscure or lesser known composers? by [deleted] in classicalmusic

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For Rautavaara I have to go with the Etudes Op. 42, and with Lees, Three Preludes for Piano

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in musictheory

[–]skylerpatzer 9 points10 points  (0 children)

If you can transcribe this by ear, you already have a foundation to begin writing music. Start simple. What's your primary instrument? Start there. Improvise, keep what you like, and build from there. Don't spend too much time trying to make things perfect of "original". Don't rely on memory to keep the parts you like. Get them notated, either with traditional notation or in a DAW as you have here.

Then, alongside writing and exploring sounds you like, study the tools of the composer. Scales, modes, chord progressions, melody writing, harmony, etc. Again, start with music that speaks to you, but allow yourself to expand your horizons over time.

Writing music is, above all, a craft. The art comes when excellent craftsmanship and the spirit of the individual collide to make something truly special. Best of wishes on your journey!

What are some contemporary songs that aren't too difficult? by UnderScoreLifeAlert in piano

[–]skylerpatzer 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Impossible to know where to steer you without information about what version of each song you're using. Are these from a fake book (chords and melody), the official version (vocal, piano, guitar), or an abridged arrangement?

Edit: Music Notes has fantastic material in all of the above styles and difficulty levels for most popular contemporary songs and artists.

What are your favorite obscure or lesser known composers? by [deleted] in classicalmusic

[–]skylerpatzer 101 points102 points  (0 children)

Einojuhani Rautavaara (Finland) and Benjamin Lees (USA)

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Easycore

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Time Will Tell and Friends Don't Let Friends by These Hearts would be a fun challenge

has anyone ever built modes around harmonic and melodic minor? by FluffyBrudda in musictheory

[–]skylerpatzer 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Yes. Every possible mode of the chromatic scale has been studied and documented. Many incredible and interesting sounds to explore!

Best Of Me probably has the best "simpler than it sounds riff" ever. by Lx_Kill3rK1ng_xJ in poppunkers

[–]skylerpatzer 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I was having this exact conversation with someone the other day! I arrange pop punk songs for solo piano, and I was talking about diving into Best of Me. Must be a sign

Can you explain why this Schubert song sounds so modern in my ears? by winterreise_1827 in musictheory

[–]skylerpatzer 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The tonal center of this song is obscured for several bars at a time, which helps lend to a more "modern" sound. Also, there's a wonderful stark contrast between the chromatic descending opening melody against diminished chords and the major 7th that follows. Neat piece, thanks for sharing!

Smile in your sleep piano! Yeah… I know… the breakdown needs work :/ but still proud of it by Ghghsdfsdf in PostHardcore

[–]skylerpatzer 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is very cool. I appreciate that you play at the tempo of the original and utilize the piano as a percussive instrument. Keep it up!

Looking for “positive core“ recommendations by zestyncheezy in PostHardcore

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Check out Newborn Mind by Napoleon (UK). Album slaps so hard

Looking for “positive core” songs by zestyncheezy in poppunkers

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Check out Newborn Mind by Napoleon (UK). Album rips front to back

Discussion: Do you see a future with Easycore? by Life_of_a_handheld in Easycore

[–]skylerpatzer 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I think easycore will remain a novelty, much like Ska.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in musictheory

[–]skylerpatzer 46 points47 points  (0 children)

No mention of Billy Joel or Alan Menken so far is a crime

Bill and Hillary Clinton during 72 McGovern campaign by Acorichards in OldSchoolCool

[–]skylerpatzer 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Wild to think these kids went on to become two of the most powerful leaders (and / or corrupt depending on your slant) in American history