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In this imaginative, in-depth masterclass, you'll learn the secrets of Creative Music Theory from a career professional musician, and discover how to use it to create your own unique music.
Most online music courses don't incorporate creativity into their process, leaving students confused and disheartened by the learning experience.
With The Creative Foundations Course, we teach people of all skill levels not just how to play music but how to be creative and develop the skills artists use to write and improvise.
Course is taught by professional touring and session musician Joshua Grange (kd lang, Sheryl Crow, Beck, Dwight Yoakam, Lucinda Williams)
In this imaginative, in-depth masterclass, you'll learn the secrets of Creative Music Theory from a career professional musician, and discover how to use it to create your own unique music.
Begin Today For Only $59
Regular Price $249.00
Most online music courses don't incorporate creativity into their process, leaving students confused and disheartened by the learning experience.
With The Creative Foundations Course, we teach people of all skill levels not just how to play music but how to be creative and develop the skills artists use to write and improvise.
WITH THE CREATIVE FOUNDATIONS COURSE, YOU WILL:
- Write and improvise your own music while mastering the fundamentals of music theory - the right way.
- Become more confident in your knowledge and abilities by closing any "gaps" in your music theory skills.
- Learn the skills artists, songwriters, and professional musicians use when they write and improvise.
- Become fluent in the language of music.
- Confront fear-based obstacles that have limited your creative potential in the past, keeping you from becoming the artist you're meant to be.
- Tackle common problems such as: stage fright, creative paralysis, imposter syndrome, an over-bearing inner critic and so much more...
Do I need to know how to play an instrument to take this course?
You do not need to know how to play an instrument to take this course!
You can use the 6 included Virtual Instruments to follow along with the course and create your own music, while learning the basic layout of the piano.
I'm An Absolute Beginner
If you're an absolute beginner, this course is for you. You'll be guided step by step, learning the fundamentals of how music works, and by the end of the course you'll be writing and improvising your own music.
You'll learn the hidden language of music - Music Theory - from a career professional musician, and how to use it in the real world to create your own music.
You DO NOT need to know how to play an instrument to take this course! Thanks to our included Virtual Instruments, you can follow along with the course, while learning the basic layout of the piano.
I Have Some Experience Playing Music
If you have experience playing an instrument but feel that you never really learned music theory the right way, or if you've never understood how music theory can help your creativity, this course is for you.
I'm Already Writing Music
If you're already writing and improvising your own music but want to brush up on the fundamentals, or if you want to learn some new writing techniques and expand your creative toolbox, this course is for you.
I'm Just Curious About How Music Works
If you're curious about how music works, but it's always seemed like a big mystery, this is the course for you.
You'll learn the different components of music and how they all fit together to make the sounds you know and love. And thanks to our included Virtual Instruments, you can even experiment with making music yourself - No instrument ability required!
🎁 I'm Buying The Course As A Gift
Give the gift of musical ability, with The Echo Guild Creative Foundations course!
- Click the "Purchase As A Gift" button or CLICK HERE.
- Select the version of the course you'd like to gift and complete the checkout process.
- You'll be sent a gift email containing a unique code. Simply forward the gift email to your recipient and they can begin learning immediately!
Course instructor Joshua Grange is a professional touring and session musician with decades of experience on the road and in the studio with artists like Beck, kd lang, Sheryl Crow, Dwight Yoakam and others.
Hello!
Music and creativity have been a lifelong passion of mine, and I'm excited to make this Echo Guild course affordable and available to everyone who wants to create their own unique music.
I know how frustrating it can be to try and learn from inferior sources. Not to worry! In this fun and imaginative course, I walk you step-by-step and show you how music works.
Join me and learn the secrets of Creative Music Theory!
Do I need to know how to play an instrument to take this course?
You do not need to know how to play an instrument to take this course!
You can use the 6 included Virtual Instruments to follow along with the course and create your own music, while learning the basic layout of the piano.
I'm An Absolute Beginner
If you're an absolute beginner, this course is for you. You'll be guided step by step, learning the fundamentals of how music works, and by the end of the course you'll be writing and improvising your own music.
You'll learn the hidden language of music - Music Theory - from a career professional musician, and how to use it in the real world to create your own music.
You DO NOT need to know how to play an instrument to take this course! Thanks to our included Virtual Instruments, you can follow along with the course, while learning the basic layout of the piano.
I Have Some Experience Playing Music
If you have experience playing an instrument but feel that you never really learned music theory the right way, or if you've never understood how music theory can help your creativity, this course is for you.
I'm Already Writing Music
If you're already writing and improvising your own music but want to brush up on the fundamentals, or if you want to learn some new writing techniques and expand your creative toolbox, this course is for you.
I'm Just Curious About How Music Works
If you're curious about how music works, but it's always seemed like a big mystery, this is the course for you.
You'll learn the different components of music and how they all fit together to make the sounds you know and love. And thanks to our included Virtual Instruments, you can even experiment with making music yourself - No instrument ability required!
WATCH EXAMPLES FROM THE COURSE
WATCH EXAMPLES FROM THE COURSE
MEET YOUR INSTRUCTOR
Hi! I'm Joshua Grange. For the past 25 years I've been a studio and touring musician for artists like kd lang, Beck, Sheryl Crow, Lucinda Williams, Dwight Yoakam, Chris Robinson, Lionel Richie, The Dixie Chicks and many other artists.
I created the Foundations Course because I saw a desperate need for world-class instruction that teaches people creative music theory - and how to use it in real-world situations - to write and improvise their own music.
As a songwriter, session musician and record producer, I use the exact same techniques and concepts demonstrated in this course to bring music to life for legendary artists - on the road, and in the studio.
For a limited time, you'll get a 60 minute private online lesson with your course instructor, Joshua Grange, when you enroll in the Foundations Complete course!
⏰ This offer can only be granted to a limited number of students.
For a limited time, we are including a 60 minute private online lesson with your course instructor, Joshua Grange, when you enroll in the Foundations Complete course!
⏰ Please note: This offer can only be granted to a limited number of students.
JOIN THE FOUNDATIONS COURSE TODAY
FOUNDATIONS BASIC
$59.00
$249.00
- The Creative Theory I: Foundations Program (4 Core Modules)
- 150 page workbook, reference handouts, lesson exercises and worksheets
- 6 Virtual Instruments
FOUNDATIONS PLUS
$89.00
EXPANDED COURSE: Extra Chapters ✚ Bonus Lessons
- The Creative Theory I: Foundations Program (4 Core Modules)
- 150 page workbook, reference handouts, lesson exercises and worksheets
- 6 Virtual Instruments
- Bonus #1: The Performers Mindset Improvisation Method $49.00
- Bonus #2: Essential Practice Tips And Techniques $49.00
- Bonus #3: The "Tear It" Up Creative Composing Technique $99.00
FOUNDATIONS COMPLETE
$149.00
COMPLETE PROGRAM: Private Lesson ✚ All Bonus Chapters/Lessons
- The Creative Theory I: Foundations Program (4 Core Modules)
- 150 page workbook, reference handouts, lesson exercises and worksheets
- 6 Virtual Instruments
- 3 Extra Bonus Chapters
- 60 Minute one-on-one Private Online Lesson with your Course Instructor $150.00 (Limited time offer)
Is the private lesson a live, one-on-one lesson?
Yes! The lesson included with your Foundations Complete purchase is a live, on-on-one, 60 minute lesson with your course instructor Joshua Grange, held via Zoom (regularly $150).
The lesson will cover the subject of Creative Music Theory, and will address any questions you may have about the course, including:
- How to apply what you've learned to real world situations, such as songwriting and improvising.
- Best ways to practice the course material.
- Next steps in your creative journey.
Is the private lesson a live, one-on-one lesson?
Yes! The lesson included with your Foundations Complete purchase is a live, on-on-one, 60 minute lesson with your course instructor Joshua Grange, held via Zoom (regularly $150).
The lesson will cover the subject of Creative Music Theory, and will address any questions you may have about the course, including:
- How to apply what you've learned to real world situations, such as songwriting and improvising.
- Best ways to practice the course material.
- Next steps in your creative journey.
HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:
HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:
MODULE I is focused on teaching the most basic and fundamental elements of music theory - NOTES.
- NOTES: The Atoms Of Sound
- SHARPS AND FLATS: The Black Keys, Please
- INTERVALS: Taking Your First Steps
I: The Basics: Your Journey Begins
MODULE I is focused on teaching the most basic and fundamental elements of music theory - NOTES.
- NOTES: The Atoms Of Sound
- SHARPS AND FLATS: The Black Keys, Please
- INTERVALS: Taking Your First Steps
In MODULE II we dive into scales.
- THE CHROMATIC SCALE: Welcome To The Musical Supermarket
- THE MAJOR SCALE: A Happy Scene
- DEGREES: Everything In Its Place
II: Scales: A Sonic Cookbook
In MODULE II we dive into scales.
- THE CHROMATIC SCALE: Welcome To The Musical Supermarket
- THE MAJOR SCALE: A Happy Scene
- DEGREES: Everything In Its Place
In MODULE III you'll learn all about the two chords used in virtually every piece of music made in the last 1,000 years: Major and Minor.
- INTRODUCING: Chords
- MAJOR CHORDS: Here Comes The Sun
- MINOR CHORDS: Kind Of Blue
III: Chords: All Together Now
In MODULE III you'll learn all about the two chords used in virtually every piece of music made in the last 1,000 years: Major and Minor.
- INTRODUCING: Chords
- MAJOR CHORDS: Here Comes The Sun
- MINOR CHORDS: Kind Of Blue
In MODULE IV you'll begin to write and improvise your own music using the creative power of diatonic harmony.
- INTRODUCING: Diatonic Harmony
- USING DIATONIC HARMONY: The Secret Life Of The Major Scale
- MIXING DIATONIC KEY CENTERS: Infinite Possibilities
IV: Create: Your Time To Shine
MODULE IV is where it all comes together. You'll begin to write and improvise your own compositions using the creative power of diatonic harmony. Watch as your instructor demonstrates 25 original compositions - captured live on video - that you can play along with and use as examples and inspiration for your own creations.
- INTRODUCING: Diatonic Harmony
- USING DIATONIC HARMONY: The Secret Life Of The Major Scale
- MIXING DIATONIC KEY CENTERS: Infinite Possibilities
INCLUDED!
Our Virtual Instruments are an Echo Guild exclusive that you won't find anywhere else.
INCLUDED! Virtual Instruments
Our virtual instruments are an Echo Guild exclusive that you won't find anywhere else. What are they, you're wondering?
We designed 6 interactive instruments you access on a laptop or desktop computer, mobile device or tablet. You can use them to follow along with the course and create music, even if you don't play an instrument. Our students love using them, and you will too. You'll find links to them within the course.
And if you're already playing an instrument, you'll enjoy being creative on these fun instruments. Give them a try!
PLUS + THREE BONUS LESSONS
PLUS + THREE BONUS LESSONS
*Included with Foundations PLUS and COMPLETE programs
Purchase the Foundations Plus or Complete Program, and you'll also get three powerful bonus lessons.
These are some of our favorite skill-building techniques we've discovered in our decades of experience.
#1) THE PERFORMERS MINDSET
Learn a powerful improvisation technique designed to enhance neural activity, overcome stage-fright, and cultivate creative resiliency.
#2) ESSENTIAL PRACTICE TIPS
Some of our most useful practice tips and strategies to make sure you get the best results every time you practice.
#3) TEAR IT UP
Free Bonus Video Lesson demonstrating a fun and creative composing technique you can use to come up with endless songs and ideas.
AND YOUR EXCLUSIVE OFFER
A 60 minute private online lesson with your instructor INCLUDED when you enroll in the Foundations Complete course.
✓ ONE-ON-ONE PRIVATE LESSON INCLUDED !
For a limited time, we are including a 60 minute private online lesson with your instructor when you enroll in the Foundations Complete course.
Ask anything and have all your questions answered - or let your instructor lead. Select a day and time that fits your schedule with our easy online scheduler. This offer can only be granted to a limited number of students, so take advantage while it's still available.
YOU GET EVERYTHING HERE
WHAT'S INCLUDED
- 4 Information Packed Modules with over 3 hours of high-quality video content including animated lesson examples, multi-angle performance demonstrations, chapter recaps and more.
- Original soundtrack features 25 compositions you'll use as examples when creating your own music.
- Exercises after every chapter designed to strengthen your creative abilities while reinforcing the material. Consider these your homework!
- Worksheets to help build your skills, and helpful reference handouts so you don't need to memorize a lot of new information.
- Get answers to any questions you may have by posting them in the comments section below each lesson.
- Compatible with your device: mobile phone, tablet/pad, desktop or laptop. Supports Android, Samsung, iPhone, Apple, PC and more.
- Course powered by Kajabi - a leader in online course hosting - for the most reliable learning experience.
- Unlimited lifetime privileges: Your access to the course never expires and there's no time limit to use it. Learn at your own pace.
- 150 page full color downloadable course workbook.
- Get answers to any questions you may have by posting them in the comments section below each lesson.
- Compatible with your device: mobile phone, tablet/pad, desktop or laptop. Supports Android, Samsung, iPhone, Apple, PC and more.
- Course powered by Kajabi - a leader in online course hosting - for the most reliable learning experience.
- Unlimited lifetime privileges: Your access to the course never expires and there's no time limit to use it. Learn at your own pace.
✔︎ 6 Interactive Virtual Instruments (included with ALL Programs)
✔︎ Three Favorite Skill Building Lessons (included with Foundations Plus and Complete)
✔︎ 60 minute private one-on-one online lesson with your instructor (included with Foundations Complete. Limited availability)
COMPLETELY RISK FREE
Our Foundations Course comes with a 14 day, 100% money back guarantee.
If you don't love it within the first 14 days, we'll refund your purchase immediately. No hassles, no hard feelings. ❤︎
And remember, when you join the course you're getting unlimited access to the material, even if we update and add to it in the future!
COMPLETELY RISK FREE
If you don't love it within the first 14 days, let us know and we'll refund your purchase immediately. ❤︎
And remember, when you join the course you're getting unlimited access to the material, even if we update and add to it in the future!
FAQ's
I don't know the first thing about music. Is this course right for me?
If you've made it this far and are reading this sentence, it means you have the one ingredient required to learn music: DESIRE.
This course starts from the very beginning and walks you step by step until you are writing and creating your own music - and with the included virtual instruments, it means you can start playing music even if you don't know how to play an instrument!
Our best advice is: Don't let fear stop you from doing something that will bring joy to you and the people around you. You really can do this.
We hope to see you in the course !
I already know a bit about music theory. Will this course be too easy for me?
What our students love about this course is that it not only fills in the gaps in their theory knowledge, it shows them useful and creative ways to apply this knowledge to their music, immediately.
If, however, you are proficient in the use of Diatonic Harmony and are already using it to create your own music, check out our Creative Music Theory II: Further course.
I used to play an instrument but gave it up, and now I wish I had stuck with it. Can this course help me get back into music?
We hear this question a lot. You might have played an instrument when you were younger, but life happened and you stopped playing music.
This course is the perfect way to pick up where you left off. Not only will you re-learn the fundamentals - the right way - you can recapture the magic and wonder of learning music, and by the end of the course, you'll be light-years ahead in your knowledge and ability.
I'm not interested in learning an instrument, I'm just curious about how music works. Is this course a good fit?
We love the explorers of the world! Yes. This course will explain in detail the systems of organization, and the dependable patterns that comprise the language of music.
And if you're curious, you can try playing the included instruments.
Go ahead, have some fun. No one is watching.
I'm busy! Do I really have time to learn music?
Time is in short supply these days, but that means we should spend it doing something rewarding whenever we can.
Giving yourself the gift of musical ability is the perfect way to honor your valuable time, and with our 24/7 access and streamlined teaching methods, you can fit learning into your busy schedule.
Plus, you'll be able to show off a little! :)
What if I don't like the course?
Simple. If you don't love the course for any reason - the content, the fonts, the music choices or the sound of your instructors voice - let us know within 14 days and you'll get a full refund. ❤︎
FAQ's
I don't know the first thing about music. Is this course right for me?
If you've made it this far and are reading this sentence, it means you have the one ingredient required to learn music: DESIRE.
This course starts from the very beginning and walks you step by step until you are writing and creating your own music - and with the included virtual instruments, it means you can start playing music even if you don't know how to play an instrument!
Our best advice is: Don't let fear stop you from doing something that will bring joy to you and the people around you. You really can do this.
We hope to see you in the course !
I already know a bit about music theory. Will this course be too easy for me?
What our students love about this course is that it not only fills in the gaps in their theory knowledge, it shows them useful and creative ways to apply this knowledge to their music, immediately.
If, however, you are proficient in the use of Diatonic Harmony and are already using it to create your own music, check out our Creative Music Theory II: Further course.
I'm busy! Do I really have time to learn music?
Time is in short supply these days, but that means we should spend it doing something rewarding whenever we can.
Giving yourself the gift of musical ability is the perfect way to honor your valuable time, and with our 24/7 access and streamlined teaching methods, you can fit learning into your busy schedule.
Plus, you'll be able to show off a little! :)
What if I don't like the course?
Simple. If you don't love the course for any reason - the content, the fonts, the music choices or the sound of your instructors voice - let us know within 14 days. ❤︎
I have a different question...
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- ...you expect results without putting in some effort. We've made it fun and easy to learn, but you'll have to complete the exercises to gain your new skills and abilities.
- ...you are thoroughly proficient with Diatonic Harmony and know how to use it creatively to compose and improvise your own music. In that case, take a look at our Creative Music Theory II : Further Course.
GET THE FOUNDATIONS COURSE
FOUNDATIONS BASIC
$59.00
$249.00
- The Creative Theory I: Foundations Program (4 Core Modules)
- 150 page workbook, reference handouts, lesson exercises and worksheets
- 6 Virtual Instruments
FOUNDATIONS PLUS
$89.00
EXPANDED COURSE: Extra Chapters ✚ Bonus Lessons
- The Creative Theory I: Foundations Program (4 Core Modules)
- 150 page workbook, reference handouts, lesson exercises and worksheets
- 6 Virtual Instruments
- Bonus #1: The Performers Mindset Improvisation Method $49.00
- Bonus #2: Essential Practice Tips And Techniques $49.00
- Bonus #3: The "Tear It" Up Creative Composing Technique $99.00
FOUNDATIONS COMPLETE
$149.00
COMPLETE PROGRAM: Private Lesson ✚ All Bonus Chapters/Lessons
- The Creative Theory I: Foundations Program (4 Core Modules)
- 150 page workbook, reference handouts, lesson exercises and worksheets
- 6 Virtual Instruments
- 3 Extra Bonus Chapters
- 60 Minute one-on-one Private Online Lesson with your Course Instructor $150.00 (limited time offer)
FOUNDATIONS BASIC
$59
Reg $249.00
- The Creative Music Theory I: Foundations Program: (4 Core Modules)
- 150 page Course Workbook + Reference Handouts + Worksheets and Lesson Exercises
- 6 Interactive Virtual Instruments
★ 3 Extra Bonus Chapters: Improvisation Exercise: The Performers Mindset, Essential Practice Tips and the Creative Composing Technique: Tear It Up
★ A 60 minute, one-on-one online private music lesson with your course instructor.
FOUNDATIONS PLUS
$89
EXPANDED COURSE: Extra Chapters ✚ Bonus Lessons
- The Creative Music Theory I: Foundations Program: (4 Core Modules)
- 150 page Course Workbook + Reference Handouts + Worksheets and Lesson Exercises
- 6 Interactive Virtual Instruments
- 3 Bonus Chapters:
⦿ Bonus #1: The Performers Mindset $49.00
⦿ Bonus #2: Essential Practice Tips $49.00
⦿ Bonus #3: Creative Composing Technique: Tear It Up $99.00
★ A 60 minute, one-on-one online private music lesson with your course instructor.
FOUNDATIONS COMPLETE
$149
COMPLETE PROGRAM: Extra Chapters/Bonuses ✚ Private Lesson
- The Creative Music Theory I: Foundations Program: (4 Core Modules)
- 150 page Course Workbook + Reference Handouts + Worksheets and Lesson Exercises
- 6 Interactive Virtual Instruments
- 3 Extra Bonus Chapters: Improvisation Exercise: The Performers Mindset, Essential Practice Tips and the Creative Composing Technique: Tear It Up
- A 60 minute, one-on-one, online private music lesson with your course instructor $150.00 (Limited time offer)
Is the private lesson a live, one-on-one lesson?
Yes! The lesson included with your Foundations Complete purchase is a live, on-on-one, 60 minute lesson with your course instructor Joshua Grange, held via Zoom (regularly $150).
The lesson will cover the subject of Creative Music Theory, and will address any questions you may have about the course, including:
- How to apply what you've learned to real world situations, such as songwriting and improvising.
- Best ways to practice the course material.
- Next steps in your creative journey.
Thanks For Checking Out The Foundations Course!
As our way of saying thanks, we're offering our Creativity Pack - FREE!
The Echo Guild Creativity Pack includes The Kordia virtual instrument and the Echo Echo newsletter.
We hate spam, and will never share your info. When you sign up, you'll receive free content. Unsubscribe at any time ❤︎
Thanks For Checking Out The Foundations Course!
As our way of saying thanks, we're offering our Creativity Pack - FREE!
The Echo Guild Creativity Pack includes The Kordia virtual instrument and the Echo Echo newsletter.
We hate spam, and will never share your info. When you sign up, you'll receive free content. Unsubscribe at any time ❤︎
