Are you interested in producing but need help figuring out where to start? Do you dream of creating your own tracks but want to develop your skills as you dive in? Hooktheory can help producers of all levels!
Hooktheory offers a suite of tools to help producers of all levels create fantastic music.
Hookpad: The Ultimate Songwriting Sketchpad
One of our flagship products is Hookpad, a songwriting sketchpad that streamlines the music creation process with built-in music theory.
Our browser-based software empowers you to experiment with chord progressions and melodies effortlessly, no matter your musical background.
One of Hookpad’s standout features is its deep integration of built-in music theory. With features like Magic Chord and Smart Chord Palletes, Hookpad offers a comprehensive set of tools that draw from our database of 40,000 song analyses. These tools help producers begin creating tracks that sound great from the start.
Best of all, Hookpad seamlessly integrates with your producing workflow. You can write and publish entire songs within the software or export your compositions to your preferred Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) for final touches.
Check out Hookpad’s latest features in 2024 to get the most out of your production process.
Chord Crush: Train Your Ear with Musical Puzzles
All producers benefit from ear training. This is why producers enjoy Chord Crush, a web app designed to train your ear with engaging puzzles and exercises.
With Chord Crush, producers can learn to recognize chords in songs. The app offers a range of interactive challenges that gradually increase in difficulty, allowing users to level up their ear-training skills at their own pace.
Some of Chord Crush’s key features:
- Fun and interactive: Solve puzzles and engage in exercises that make ear training enjoyable and captivating.
- Real songs: Train on audio samples from actual songs, providing a practical and authentic learning experience.
- Progressive learning: Start with guided lessons in “Level Up” mode, where you’ll learn to recognize common chords and chord patterns.
- Adaptive training: Chord Crush adjusts to your skill level, providing exercises tailored to your abilities and ensuring continuous improvement.
- Customization options: Create personalized training sets that focus on specific chords or chord categories. This allows you to target the exact areas you want to strengthen.
- Easy accessibility: Chord Crush is accessible on both desktop and mobile devices without additional installations. You can train your ear anywhere, on the go.
Sharpen your ears and music theory knowledge simultaneously with Chord Crush. Learn more about how it can transform your approach to music production in this article.
Interactive Music Theory Books
Learning music theory can be daunting as a music producer. However, our books offer an intuitive approach to learning and applying music theory in your own work.
This staple Hooktheory resource is essential for any producer looking to expand their knowledge and skill set.
What sets our books apart is their ability to make complex concepts accessible and enjoyable. You’ll gain practical knowledge through engaging exercises, quizzes, and real-world examples that you can immediately apply to your production process.
Let’s take a brief look at what our interactive music theory books have to offer:
Hooktheory I
In Hooktheory I, you’ll dive into the essential techniques for crafting captivating chord progressions and melodies.
This book covers everything from composing music based on scales to understanding the function of basic chords. You’ll learn how to write effective chord progressions, create melodies that complement your chords, and master the art of controlling tension and release.
Hooktheory II
Hooktheory II takes you on a journey to the next level of musicality. This book explores intermediate and advanced techniques for crafting intricate chord progressions and melodies.
You’ll discover the power of complex chord types, the art of chord inversions, and the use of secondary chords to add tension and intrigue to your compositions.
You’ll also learn to compose in different scales, combine melodies from multiple scales, and employ songwriting techniques to captivate your listeners.
Key Cheat Sheets
Hooktheory’s Key Cheat Sheets are an excellent, free resource for anyone looking to learn more about music in the context of specific keys. They are a well-loved resource for producers.
Each cheat sheet includes an overview of the key, the 20 most popular chords (and how to play them on a piano), songs in the key (with links to their chord and melody analyses), and popular chord progressions.
One of the most popular features of our key cheat sheets is the ability to open the popular chord progressions in Hookpad or download them as MIDI files for free.
This resource is a goldmine for anyone looking to expand their knowledge of music theory and apply it within Hookpad or their DAW!
Chord and Melody Analyses (+40,000)
Producers also enjoy our free database of over 40,000 chord and melody analyses from popular music. This database provides a valuable resource for music producers who want to learn from the best and improve their own music.
Studying popular songs’ chord progressions and melodies allows you to learn new techniques and approaches to creating music you may not have considered before.
Our comprehensive database gives you access to a wealth of information to help you develop your skills and take your music to the next level.
Create Amazing Music with Hooktheory
At Hooktheory, we’re committed to helping producers of all levels create fantastic music and develop a deeper understanding of how music works. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced producer, our suite of tools and interactive learning materials can help you take your skills to the next level.
If you give any of our tools a try, let us know! We love seeing what producers create with the help of Hooktheory.
