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Why do minor keys sound “sad”? [closed]

Is there a way to measure the consonance or dissonance of a chord?

How do you draw a quarter rest with a pen/pencil?

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Ways to get out of a scalar rut?

Why Is Just Intonation Impractical?

Why does string strummed with finger sound different from the one strummed with pick?

Is there a "standard" or "typical" drum kit layout?

Which notes are optional in jazz chords?

What are some chord substitutions for a I-IV-V blues progression?

Why isn't there a classical composer like Beethoven, Chopin or Mozart today? [closed]

Glossary of Guitar Effects

WHY do harmonics happen?

Noise while not touching guitar strings or metal parts

What exactly should I have to learn to understand why certain combination of chords are harmonic when played in a sequence?

How can I teach a student who seems to have no rhythm?

Why is music theory built so tightly around the C Major scale?

Are there any music programming languages from after the SuperCollider era?

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How do I get out of my song writing rut and compose something new and fresh for a change?

Sites with a good selection of sheet music

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