Roadblocks and Escape Routes: Overcoming Creative Hurdles
Practical ways to overcome creative roadblocks when playing music or songwriting. While there are very handy music theory tools, such Noisy Clan Decoders to make music theory easier, there are a few ways to overcome the hurdles...
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Harmonic Journeys: Decoding Emotional Qualities of 4 Chord Progressions
Amongst all our songwriting tips, it only seems fitting to really delve into some previous concepts in a little more detail. It is all well and good for us to say ...
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Starting a Song From the Title
Creating a song starting from the title is a time tested way of writing a song. One of the great positives of writing from the title is that it focuses on your writing. You already know what the song should be about and it makes it easier to ...
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Build from the Groove
Starting from a rhythm is a great way to create a song. The beat and rhythm of a song really crystallises the mood and energy of what you are trying to create. Think of a waltz, march, tango, salsa, flamenco, bossa nova, rock & roll, swi...
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Starting from Structure: Extending AB to ABC
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Starting from Structure
Part One: AB Structure All songs have an underlying structure. This can range from simple to complex. If you are starting out on your songwriting journey, I recommend keeping it simple. Read more
Ghost Song
“Good artists borrow, great artists steal.” - Pablo Picasso Having difficulty writing a song or even knowing where or how to start? Here is a great writing exercise to ...
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Start Songwriting: Harmony
A popular method of songwriting is to first create the harmony or chord progression for the song and then write the melody. Harmony is the combo of simultaneous musical notes in a chord. By creating the chord progression first, the melody notes that work are limited, which mak...
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Start songwriting : Melody
There are lots of ways to approach the first genesis of a song and it can feel overwhelming when facing the blank page. As with any creative process there are as many ways to approach songwriting as there are roads to Rome or ways to San Jose...
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Wee Stand. Music Stand.
£99.00
Award-winning ultra-compact music stand. Designed especially for musicians on the go. Wee Stand is small, has no sharp edges, and is compact enough to store in most instrument cases or bags. Light and portable is our goal!
Wee Stand is the lightest music stand, made of durable glass-infused, stainless steel and light carbon fibres. Weighing in at just over 1lb. yet is strong enough to accommodate 22 lbs. It is the only music stand that ranges from the tabletop orientation at 11" tall to 49" when full size.
Musician Bundle
£423.00
Enjoy the entire Grandstand system!
Tripod Base
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Wood Plate 24"
Wood Plate 14"
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This beautiful music stand system is robust and secure. Made of premium materials and designed for all media- including laptops and tablets. Bases and Media Plates are interchangeable with a satisfying click.
Decoder: Circle of Fifths General Music Theory
£26.99
Music theory made easy!
This is a Decoder: Circle of Fifths. Our own spin (literally) on the circle of fifths. This tool allows you to play as you learn, and to helps you connect music theory essential concepts that take your music to the next level.
Complete with a 36 page booklet packed with examples and handy tips to get you playing straight out of the box. It covers a variety of music theories with modern music examples. For both new and experienced players of any instrument.
Decoder is light weight and durable. Use flat or prop it up with it's built in snap stand! Ready to follow wherever you play!
Decoder: Circle of Fifths for Guitar
£26.99
Geared for Guitarists
This is the bridge between guitar and music theory. You'll learn how to build chords and understand the relationships between keys, chords, notes and scales for guitar. This book and tool allows you to explore the framework of the fretboard by using the circle of fourths and fifths. Very effective for songwriting!
Complete with a 72 page booklet packed with examples and handy tips to get you playing straight out of the box. It covers a variety of music theories with modern music examples. With extended chapters on songwriting and soloing, deep dives into chord building and even scale building.
Lightweight and Durable. Use flat or prop it up with it's built in snap stand! Ready to follow wherever you play!
Decoder: Circle of Fifths for Ukulele
£27.99
Geared for Ukulelists
Decoder: Circle of Fifths simplifies the classic, fundamental music theory concept. It's a useful tool for understanding key relationships, chord progressions, and modulations in music. Expand your knowledge of scales and building chords in any key. Soloing and songwriting are made easier - no matter your playing ability.
Complete with a 78 page book packed with examples and handy tips to get you playing straight out of the box. This learning resource will help you become more proficient in using Decoder. It covers a variety of music theories with modern music examples.
Lightweight and Durable. Use flat or prop it up with it's built in snap stand! Ready to follow wherever you play!
Decoder: Teacher's Dozen
£80.00
Decoder: Circle of Fifths General Music Theory + Pack of 12 Decoder Essentials. The Decoder is great for interactive, hands-on learning. Perfect aid for music teachers!
Decoder: Essential Card Edition 12 Pack
£54.99
12 Essential Edition Decoder: Circle of Fifths in one convenient pack! Perfect to play and learn together with your musical group. Check out the Teacher's Bundle for the classroom!
Piano Circle of Fifths Poster
£19.99
£22.99
This learning poster provides a comprehensive visual guide to the circle of fifths, chord progressions, and playing in different keys.
The poster features a clear and easy-to-understand graphic design, making it an excellent learning tool for both beginners and teachers. Instead of focusing on finger positions, this poster teaches piano through chord structures.
Printed on a high-quality canvas material that can be easily ironed for a smooth, wrinkle-free display.
Decoder: Chord Compass for Guitar
£28.99
Teaches the formula to find every single chord on guitar.
Chord Compass for Guitar helps navigate the fretboard by harnessing the power of the CAGED system. This chord training tool shows you five ways to play any major chord and modify into thousands of playable chords. You'll open up the fretboard by learning chord structure and the relationship of chords across the guitar neck. You'll form connections and understanding of how to play chord inversions, barre chords, and scales in different positions.
Use the slider on the back of the Decoder to move the shapes along the fretboard!
Decoder: Chord Compass for Piano
£19.99
Chord Compass for Piano shows you how to play any major, minor, diminished and seventh chord.
Apply the 1-3-5 method to find every single chord on your piano/keyboard. You'll learn chord structure and the relationship of chords acrossthe keyboard in an interactive way. Use the slider on the back of the Decoder to move the chords along the keyboard!
This version is going solo, there is not a physical reading guide included.
Cheat Sheets for Guitar
£15.99
Unlock the secrets of chords, scales, triads, and keys effortlessly with our comprehensive set of 4 reference sheets. These reference sheets help budding guitarists to quickly grasp music theory concepts. Unleash your musical potential and take your guitar skills to the next level!
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✓ Bonus Music Theory Insights
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Cheat Sheet for Piano CHORDS
£12.99
Explore and understand piano theory!
This guide chart offers a structured approach to learning and practicing chords, aiding in the development of keyboard skills. Users can quickly build their proficiency and confidence in playing various chords and keys.
This chord chart piano reference provides clear chord formulas, a structured approach to learning and practicing chords.
Ideal for beginners and advanced players alike, this piano cheat sheet ensures you can easily find and play any chord on the piano. If you’re improvising or composing, this chord chart piano guide is an invaluable tool for unlocking your musical potential.
Cheat Sheets for Ukulele
£15.99
Unlock the secrets of chords, scales, and keys effortlessly with our comprehensive set of 3 reference sheets. These reference sheets help budding ukuleleist to quickly grasp music theory concepts. Unleash your musical potential and take your ukulele skills to the next level!
✓ Convenient Protective Folder
✓ Durable Scuff-Resistant Design
✓ Bonus Music Theory Insights
✓ Products ship within 24 hours
Bundle Cheat Sheets for Piano Chords and Scales
£19.99
Piano Chords and Scales. The Ultimate Theory Bundle.
Get Noisy Clan's Cheat Sheets for Chords and Scales in one convenient pack. This combo will improve your hand eye coordination, site reading and ear training to prepare for playing complex pieces.
You'll learn the 1-3-5 chord building formula and the major, natural minor, harmonic and melodic scales.
Ideal for beginners and advanced players alike, these piano cheat sheets ensure you can easily find and play any scales or chords on the piano. If you’re improvising or composing, this chord chart piano guide is an invaluable tool for elevating your sound.
Cheat Sheet for Piano SCALES
£12.99
Explore and understand piano scales!
This guide chart offers a structured approach to learning and practicing scales. Players can quickly build better hand eye coordination and ear training to prepare for playing complex pieces. We've included major, natural, harmonic and melodic minor scales.
Ideal for beginners and advanced players alike, this piano cheat sheet ensures you can easily find and play any scales on the piano.If you’re improvising or composing, this chord chart piano guide is an invaluable tool for unlocking your musical potential.
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