Music Theory for SongwritersSong Starters
Modes Made Easy for Songwriters
July 7, 2021
I made a quick video on my YouTube channel about the Mixolydian mode. In less than 10 minutes, you will:
- Understand modes
- Learn the most usable 3-chord progression to start writing in the Mixolydian mode
- Hear two contemporary songs that are written using the Mixo mode
Enjoy!
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