What even IS Modern Theory?


My Modern Theory I-IV courses - A $256 value - for $199.

Most theory courses teach the terms and rules without teaching how to apply those things to actual music. That's why I made these courses. I will teach you the language of music AND how to apply it to the music you play.


Frequently Asked Questions


Can I get my money back if I hate it?

Absolutely. I only want you to pay for something if you absolutely love it.

I took theory in school. Should I take all of these or just some?

If you can sit down and play a major scale in any key w/o a problem, you don't need Modern Theory I.

Where most people pick up is Modern Theory II, where we learn what a C#m7b5add6 is and how to play it. If you panicked a little reading that chord, Modern Theory II is where you should start.

I & II lay the absolute, must-have foundation to understand III & IV. That's where you'll learn things I PROMISE you didn't learn in school.

Here's the thing with the bundle though... if you got II, III & IV, that would cost you $207. The bundle for all the courses is $199 🤷 If you know extended chords like C minor major 11 like the back of your hand, I would suggest only getting III & IV ($158) instead of the bundle.


Bundle Contents


Showcase courses, digital downloads and coaching in your Bundle.

Modern Music Theory I: Basic Scales and Chord Structure

Music Theory the way you wish it were taught in school. We start with what makes a chord, how to identify ANY chord imaginable, and the number system. This is for musicians and singers who want to understand music theory and how it's applied in today's world of music. My next course, Modern Music Theory II (Fancy Chords), focuses on voicings (how to make chords sound cool), substitution chords to manipulate the vibe and emotion of a song, and passing chords to add sauce and/or lead the listener to your next moment. Pre Requisite Knowledge: Absolutely nothing Gear needed: Keyboard highly suggested but not absolutely necessary

Clark Beckham

Clark Beckham

$49

Music Theory II: Advanced Chords

Now we learn all the cool chords like diminished, augmented, major 7s, and even minor b5 and #9 dominant chords, and of course, voicings to make them sound cool. Pre Requisite Knowledge: How to play major and minor chords. Major and minor scales. (Covered in Music Theory I) Gear: Keyboard

Clark Beckham

Clark Beckham

$49

Modern Music Theory IV: Substitution Chords

I have nothing against a C chord. But what if there's another chord that sounds better? Or a chord that sounds more interesting, sad, happy, inquisitive or saucy? Let's keep our options open and dive into the seemingly limitless possibilities of chord substitutions. Pre Requisite Knowledge: How to play major and minor chords and their extensions (maj9, dom7, 11, etc.) (Covered in Music Theory I). Gear: Keyboard

Clark Beckham

Clark Beckham

$79

Modern Music Theory III: Passing Chords

The fastest way from point A to point B is a straight line... but what if we don't like straight lines? Life is fast-paced. Everything is now now now. It's time to stop and smell the roses. And by roses, I mean passing chords. Pre Requisite Knowledge: How to play major and minor chords and their extensions (maj7, dom7, 9, 11, etc.) (Covered in Music Theory I) Gear: Keyboard

Clark Beckham

Clark Beckham

$79