25 Best Music Theory Podcasts

1. Guitar Music Theory

Spring Hill, Tennessee, US
Learn music theory for guitar, including scales, chords, progressions, modes, and more from Desi Serna. Hear how to best get your playing skills in order. Listen to improvise and compose, understand why your favorite songs sound so good and much more.
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Play⋅ 12.6K⋅ 5K ⋅1 episode / week ⋅ Avg Length 57 min ⋅ Dec 2017 Get Email Contact

2. The 10 Minute Jazz Lesson Podcast

US
Welcome to the 10 Minute Jazz Lesson Podcast! Our goal on the show is to give you a quality, concise jazz improvisation lesson every week. Make sure you get the most out of every lesson. We want all of our listeners to become better improvisers and musicians and we can promise you by listening to the 10 Minute Jazz Lesson Podcast you will do just that.
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Play⋅ 3K⋅ 32⋅ 143 ⋅1 episode / day ⋅ Avg Length 13 min ⋅ Feb 2016 Get Email Contact

3. Everyday Musicality: Unlocking the Inner Musician Through MLT

Wixom, Michigan, US
'Everyday Musicality' is a podcast for music educators that discusses Edwin E. Gordon's Music Learning Theory (MLT) and its applications to music teaching and learning.
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Play⋅ 652⋅ 42 ⋅2 episodes / month ⋅ Avg Length 32 min ⋅ Oct 2019 Get Email Contact

4. Music Student 101

We are musicians, composers, engineers, teachers and students alike. The path of a musician can be challenging and uncertain but it can also be enriching and great fun! This is the path we chose and we are here as your resource. Explore music theory, history, ear training, technique, special topics, and overall musicianship.
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Play⋅ 997 ⋅1 episode / day ⋅ Avg Length 88 min ⋅ Jul 2016 Get Email Contact

5. Now & Xen

UK
A podcast about contemporary microtonal/xenharmonic music, led by electronic musician Sevish and composer-performer Stephen Weigel. Music theory nerds will greatly enjoy this podcast.
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Play⋅ 520⋅ 211 ⋅2 episodes / quarter ⋅ Avg Length 63 min ⋅ Nov 2018 Get Email Contact

6. Hack Music Theory

North Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Hello, we are Kate & Ray Harmony, AKA Revolution Harmony. We're a married couple of music teachers & producers. if you want to make great music that stands out, you need to use theory! But, the traditional theory is irrelevant and overcomplicated. This is the dilemma that popular music is currently trapped in. Our solution is Hack Music Theory, podcast for songwriters & producers to learn relevant, simple theory hacks, which can instantly be applied to making cool music that's also creative and clever!

Play 2 episodes / month ⋅ Avg Length 4 min ⋅ Feb 2017 Get Email Contact

7. Note Doctors

Note Doctors is a podcast all about music theory and music theory pedagogy. Each episode features an interview with an innovative music theory instructor. The podcast is hosted by three university theory instructors: Paul Thomas, Jenn Weaver, and Ben Graf.
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8. Music Theory: Jazz, Classical, Pop, Rock, World Music: Discussions and Lessons

Welcome to discussions, explanations, and lessons within the magical world of music theory. Music theory for composition and improvisation in all genres. Looking at music from an intellectual perspective to gain real knowledge to employ in the world of music. From Schoenberg to Messiaen, to Miles Davis to the Beatles to John Mclaughlin to Beethoven to Punk.
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Play 2 episodes / month ⋅ Avg Length 6 min Get Email Contact

9. Songwriter Theory: Learn Songwriting And Write Meaningful Lyrics and Songs

Let's learn songwriting! Learn to write impactful and meaningful songs by writing great melodies, lyrics that move your listeners, and arrangements and chord progressions that evoke the right emotions. Do you want to write emotional and powerful melodies? Learn to write incredible melodies, regardless of your musical background.
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Play 1 episode / week ⋅ Avg Length 41 min Get Email Contact

10. uswithoutThem

The uswithoutThem Podcast explores the musical output of one of the greatest bands of the 21st century: mewithoutYou. Hosts Nic Houle, Steven Eiler, and Joel Harrison each bring their love of mewithoutYou and some specific expertise to their song-by-song analysis of the mewithoutYou discography. Steven, a music theory educator, and expert breaks down the musical themes of each track and draws connections between songs and albums.
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11. Songranting

A monthly show where I discuss all things songwriting from writer's block to inspired moments. From music theory and structured practices to free-form creative experimentation. From riffs to lyrics and everything in between. Whatever it takes to get you from idea to finished song.
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Play 2 episodes / quarter ⋅ Avg Length 20 min Get Email Contact

12. Singing Lessons For No One

Australia
The Singing Lessons for No One Podcast is your own personal Singing Lesson in the privacy of your own space. Find fun and freedom through improvising, using vocal qualities and techniques; and music theory offered in a vocally explorative fashion. Recorded in the North Coast of Australia, Come sing with me.
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Play⋅ 885 ⋅1 episode / month ⋅ Avg Length 19 min ⋅ Jul 2019 Get Email Contact

13. Steve Stine Guitar Podcast

Memphis, Tennessee, US
You don't have to practice hours per day to become a better guitar player. Join Steve Stine as he talks with fellow musicians and educators and shares guitar lessons to help guitarists play more songs, understand music theory, and create solos from scratch. Whether you've been playing guitar a while or you're just getting started on your journey, this podcast is for you.
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14. Musicality Now

Ever wondered why some people seem to have a gift for music? Have you wished that you could play by ear, sing in tune, improvise and jam? You are in the right place. The Musicality Podcast is a mix of interviews and teaching, featuring some of the most inspiring and insightful musicians and music educators, talking about how to learn the core inner skills you need to feel like a 'natural' in music and enjoy freedom, creativity, and confidence.
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15. The Music & Theory Podcast

Is it music? Is it a theory? Maybe it's music theory? Join us for a couple of guys talking tunes and other thought-provoking topics. A podcast hosted by Stephen an accomplished musician and lover of all things music. and Mike. (Not an accomplished musician but he's a really good guy.)
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Play⋅ 226⋅ 273 ⋅1 episode / quarter ⋅ Avg Length 60 min ⋅ Mar 2019 Get Email Contact

16. Beyond Music Theory

Portugal
The main goal is to create content that helps you in your creative journey of making your own music! You will either find case study episodes and listen to how each song grows as I go through my music composition process; or episodes about music theory tips for songwriters, tools, and other creative strategies to keep your music flowing.
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17. The DrumMantra Podcast

The DrumMantra Podcast is all about going deeper with your practice with music theory concepts & drumming. The goal is to advance the listener's confidence, insight, and inspiration through discussions on topics like approaches to practice, rhythmic concepts, technique, music theory, creativity, gear, and even the music business. The host, Rich Stitzel, is a veteran drummer, author, and educator with nearly 30 years of professional experience as a full-time musician.
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18. Mind Over Music

Why do certain popular songs or works of classical music affect our emotions? Can we use music theory to help us understand the relationship between composition and the human psyche? Co-hosts Jeremy Gilien and Robert Matsuda want to ask each other how this happens. We may not come up with definitive answers - but we promise to ask interesting questions.
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Play 1 episode / quarter ⋅ Avg Length 39 min Get Email Contact

19. Spilled Theory

Using music theory and guitar techniques to learn, teach, and talk about Built to Spill songs.
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Play 2 episodes / year ⋅ Avg Length 47 min Get Email Contact

20. Music Theory for Songwriters

Dive into western music theory from a songwriter's perspective with Dr. Erol Oz.
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21. The Kinks and Beatles Daily Deep Dive

Every weekday, Tony Frye breaks down a single song by The Kinks or The Beatles. Each song is given historical context, music theory analysis, and contemporary review in an attempt to better understand and appreciate two of the greatest catalogs in music history.
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Play 26 episodes / year ⋅ Avg Length 15 min Get Email Contact

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