Lesson
Comprehensive Ear Training: Full Song Analysis
This final lesson brings together all ear training skills. You'll analyze complete songs, combining interval recognition, chord progression identification, rhythm transcription, melodic dictation, and timbre recognition.
Step 1: Key & Tempo
Identify the key (major/minor, tonic note) and tempo (BPM). Use a reference pitch and tap along to find the tempo.
Step 2: Chord Progression
Listen to the bass and identify root notes. Determine chord quality (major/minor) and assign Roman numerals.
Step 3: Melody & Rhythm
Transcribe the vocal melody or lead line. Use the multi-pass system: rhythm first, then pitches.
Step 4: Instrumentation
Identify all instruments and their roles. Note any processing (reverb, distortion, compression).
Full Analysis Checklist
Practice Songs by Difficulty
Beginner: "Let It Be", "Wonderwall", "Stand By Me" - simple chords, clear structure
Intermediate: "Billie Jean", "Superstition", "Isn't She Lovely" - syncopation, 7th chords
Advanced: "Giant Steps", "Donna Lee" - complex changes, chromatic lines
You've Completed Ear Training!
Intervals
Melodic & harmonic recognition
Chords
Quality & progression identification
Rhythm
Pattern transcription
Timbre
Instrument & texture recognition
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