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The foundation of harmony. Major, minor, diminished, augmented.
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02
The distance between notes — the DNA of all melody and harmony.
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03
Add colour and sophistication to your playing instantly.
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04
The most important scale in Western music. Master this first.
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05
Three variations. One emotional core. Essential for every genre.
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06
Ionian to Locrian — seven flavours built from one scale.
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07
Five notes. Infinite possibilities. The guitarist's best friend.
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08
One diagram that unlocks every key relationship in music.
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09
Why certain chords want to follow others — and how to use that.
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10
Sharps, flats, and how to read any key at a glance.
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11
The backbone of rock, jazz, and blues. Six notes, endless soul.
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Build chords from any mode. Unlock new harmonic territory.
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