Do Producers really need music theory?!
When I first started making beats in FL Studio, I used to say you don't need music theory. I can't say that's 100% true.
You don't "NEED" music theory to the point where you're naming Asus9 flat5 #7 but it's good to know WHY your song sounds good.
Music Theory helps you find the chord or melody notes you hear in your head faster.
Ultimately, music is about translating what's in your mind.
If you knew more words and mastered grammar, it would be easier to communicate your thoughts onto paper.
Does that mean your PhD level english reading level book will resonate with the masses? No.
Knowing chords will unlock melodies because melodies are really just harmonies split into pieces.
This video will explain more!
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