Explore every episode of the podcast The Harmonious Blacksmith: A Music Theory Exploration
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| NEW Subscriber Shout out! | 28 Oct 2026 | 00:01:46 | |
In anticipation of SEASON 3 of The Harmonious Blacksmith Podcast, I would like to start recognizing the people that support this program with a proper SHOUT OUT! If you subscribe to the show at just 9$ per month for the entire Catalog of 25 Episodes, I will include your name in a shout out! SUBSCRIBE TODAY Before Season 3 Begins! https://www.buzzsprout.com/2408611/subscribe Linear Music Theory Learning For Everyone! | |||
| A Word From The Blacksmith | 08 Oct 2026 | 00:01:51 | |
Did you know that I wrote, recorded, and produced the music written in the background of this episode? as well as playing and recording all 4 instruments - 2 Nylon Guitar, 1 Steel String Guitar, 1 Mandolin Id like to thank MUSIC THEORY for helping write this number. MESSAGE ME if you want to give it a name! CLICK THE LINK ABOVE OR BELOW to unlock the ENTIRE 25-Episode Catalog + New Season coming up soon! Thank you for your support! Linear Music Theory Learning For Everyone! | |||
| Ep. 25 : Music-Theory-Interviews: ZLEE(Part 2) | 28 Oct 2025 | 00:33:44 | |
CLICK THE LINK ABOVE OR BELOW to unlock the ENTIRE 25-Episode Catalog + New Season coming up soon! Thank you for your support! The Continuation of an interview with a Fabulous Composer/SongWriter and Music Theory Lover : ZLEE LINKTREE to ZLEE Tracks : We Discuss The importance of Music Theory, The advantages and pitfalls, and we even get into topics like concerts, live music, key changes, the state of the music industry, the composition process, the pros and cons of music theory for creativity purposes, and much more! Linear Music Theory Learning For Everyone! | |||
| Ep. 23 : Chromaticism | 21 Sep 2025 | 00:28:07 | |
CLICK THE LINK ABOVE OR BELOW to unlock the ENTIRE 25-Episode Catalog + New Season coming up soon! Thank you for your support! Episode 23 of Season 2 of THE HARMONIOUS BLACKSMITH In this episode, we are exploring CHROMATICISM, the CHROMATIC SCALE, MAJOR and MINOR TONALITY, BASS LINES, TRIADS, CHORDS, CHORD PROGRESSIONS, CHORD INVERSIONS, and CHROMATIC MELODIES. The Blacksmith goes into 2 epic songs for analysis : ‘Hey Joe’ by Jimi Hendrix and ’Stairway to Heaven’ by Led Zeppelin The Blacksmith reviews concepts like KEYS, SCALES, INTERVALS, HALF-STEPS and WHOLE-STEPS, CHORD INVERSIONS, and more! HB explains how one of these songs has an obvious Chromatic Melody and the other one has a hidden one. Special NEW character makes Cameo in this episode! Don’t Miss it! #podcast #musictheory #musichistory #musiccommentary Linear Music Theory Learning For Everyone! | |||
| Ep. 20 : Ear Training - How To Hear Chord Progressions Using Bass Lines(Part 1) | 11 Aug 2025 | 00:25:41 | |
CLICK THE LINK ABOVE OR BELOW to unlock the ENTIRE 25-Episode Catalog + New Season coming up soon! Thank you for your support! 🎧 Ep. 20: Ear Training - How To Hear Chord Progressions Using Bass Lines Discover how recognizing scale degrees, diatonic functions, and cadences can unlock your ability to play by ear, compose music, and transcribe songs faster and more accurately. We also break down common chord progressions and show how to isolate the bass line to predict the harmonic structure. This is Part 1 of a multi-part series designed to build your ear from the ground up! Don’t miss out—subscribe and follow for the next episode in this ear training series. 🎵 Master your ears. Master your music. 🎵 Linear Music Theory Learning For Everyone! | |||
| Ep. 2: All About Scales(Part 1) | 25 Oct 2024 | 00:31:08 | |
CLICK THE LINK ABOVE OR BELOW to unlock the ENTIRE 25-Episode Catalog + New Season coming up soon! Thank you for your support! All About Scales Part 1 | Music Theory Podcast In this episode of our Music Theory Podcast, we dive deep into the fundamental building blocks of music: scales. Whether you're a music theorist, music educator, musician, or music student, understanding scales is crucial for mastering music theory. All About Scales Part 1 covers the core principles behind major scales, minor scales, and diatonic harmony, providing clear explanations and practical examples to help you apply this essential knowledge to your musical journey. This episode is perfect for anyone looking to strengthen their foundation in music theory fundamentals, whether you're composing, arranging, or simply exploring the theoretical side of music. We also discuss the historical development of scales, touching on how different musical traditions and historical periods have shaped modern-scale systems. By the end of this episode, you’ll have a better understanding of how scales function within Western music and how to use them creatively in your own work. Stay tuned for Part 2, where we’ll explore more advanced concepts like mode theory, pentatonic scales, and the use of scales in improvisation. Tune in, subscribe, and enhance your music theory knowledge today! Linear Music Theory Learning For Everyone! | |||
| Ep. 1: The Beginnings of Music Theory | 25 Oct 2024 | 00:15:36 | |
CLICK THE LINK ABOVE OR BELOW to unlock the ENTIRE 25-Episode Catalog + New Season coming up soon! Thank you for your support! The Beginnings of Music Theory | Music Theory Podcast In this episode of THE HARMONIOUS BLACKSMITH, we explore The Beginnings of Music Theory, taking a historical journey through the roots of musical thought and structure. Whether you're a music theorist, music educator, musician, or music student, understanding the origins of music theory is essential to grasping the evolution of modern musical systems. From ancient Greek music theory and Pythagorean tuning to the development of medieval and Renaissance music notation, we break down key concepts and historical milestones that shaped the foundations of Western music theory. Learn about early musical intervals, scales, and the birth of tonal harmony that still influences modern music composition and analysis. This episode is perfect for music historians and anyone interested in the deep roots of musical language. We discuss the intersection of mathematics, philosophy, and music, providing insight into how early theorists laid the groundwork for future generations of musicians and composers. By the end of the episode, you’ll have a clearer understanding of the historical development of music theory, offering valuable context for your work as a musician or educator. Stay tuned for future episodes, where we dive deeper into more advanced theory concepts! Linear Music Theory Learning For Everyone! | |||
| THBS_Preview_Episode_0 | 15 Oct 2024 | 00:01:44 | |
CLICK THE LINK ABOVE OR BELOW to unlock the ENTIRE 25-Episode Catalog + New Season coming up soon! Thank you for your support! This is a preview of my upcoming Music Theory Podcast titled: 'The Harmonious Blacksmith'. Launches on Friday, October 25th, 2024. Subscribe now! Episodes will be released Weekly on Fridays. Linear Music Theory Learning For Everyone! | |||