Summary of "music theory you can actually use (PT. 2!)"

In this video, Tatro continues his exploration of music theory, focusing on chords and their practical application for home studio music producers and musicians. He aims to present music theory in a more accessible way, building on the concepts introduced in the previous video about major scales.

Main Ideas and Concepts:

Importance of chords: Understanding how to form chords is crucial for creating melodies. Tatro emphasizes that chords provide the foundation upon which melodies can be built.
Review of major scale: The video begins with a brief review of the major scale formula (whole, whole, half, whole, whole, whole, half) and demonstrates how to apply it to different keys.
Definition of a Chord: A chord consists of at least three notes, while two notes form an interval. Tatro explains how to create chords by playing every other note in a scale.
Major and Minor chords: The distinction between major and minor chords is based on the intervals (major third and minor third) formed by the notes in the chord.
Building chords: Tatro demonstrates how to build chords in the key of F and later in D, using the same principles.
chord progressions: The video outlines how to create chord progressions using Roman numerals to represent chords in any key (I, ii, iii, IV, V, vi, vii°).
Interchangeability of chord progressions: The same chord progressions can be applied across different keys, allowing musicians to play familiar progressions in various tonalities.

Methodology/Instructions:

Building a major scale:
- Use the formula: whole, whole, half, whole, whole, whole, half.
- Identify the notes in the chosen key.
Creating chords:
- Select a root note from the scale.
- Play every other note in the scale to form a triad (three-note chord).
- Determine if the chord is major or minor by analyzing the intervals:
  - Major third: 4 half steps
  - Minor third: 3 half steps
Forming chord progressions:
- Use Roman numerals to denote chords in a progression (e.g., I, ii, iii, IV, V, vi, vii°).
- Recognize that the pattern of major and minor chords is consistent across all major keys.
Practice Tips:
- Transition between keys by playing through the scale of the new key to familiarize yourself with its tonality.
- Take time to pause and practice concepts, as learning music theory can be complex.

Featured Speaker:

Tatro: The main speaker and educator in the video, sharing insights and practical advice on music theory.

Additional Notes:

The video is sponsored by Skillshare, which offers various online courses, including those on music theory and production. Tatro encourages viewers to explore these resources for further learning.