Ear Training - Modes of the Major Scale

Passive Ear Training: A New Approach to Mastering the Modes of the Major Scale.

I'm excited to share a new ear training series I've developed with saxophonist Xose Miguelez. We've created something that I think will really help you improve your musical abilities, especially when it comes to hearing and understanding the modes of the major scale. This collection includes 156 MP3 files and PDFs, all designed to train your ear through singing exercises. The best part? It uses a "passive learning" approach, which means you can improve your skills while going about your day-to-day activities.

What's included:

• Exercises for all modes in all 12 keys
• Melodic, linear, and intervallic exercises
• 156 MP3 files and accompanying PDFs

Why this approach works:

1. It helps you recognize melodies more easily
2. You'll gain a deeper understanding of modes and major scale sounds
3. Your overall musicianship will improve

The idea behind passive learning is simple: you can absorb musical concepts and train your ear without setting aside extra practice time. Just integrate these exercises into your daily routine, and you'll start to see progress.

Types of exercises:

1. Harmonic: Learn to hear chord progressions and structures that imply specific major modes
2. Melodic: Improve your ability to hear melodies in your mind
3. Intervallic: Get better at recognizing and hearing intervals

To help you get started, we've included a brief introduction that explains the concept of passive learning, how to use the materials, and tips for making this a part of your daily life. I've found that consistent exposure to these exercises can lead to some pretty remarkable improvements in ear training and overall musical understanding. Whether you're just starting out or you've been playing for years, I think you'll find this series to be a valuable tool in your musical journey. Give it a try and let me know what you think. I'm always interested in hearing how these exercises work for different musicians.

~ Enjoy!