Island Theory Lab

by Island Production Academy

Home Recording Bootcamp

Island Theory Lab

Short, hands-on lessons. Pick any one, or start at the top and use Next.

Module

Rhythm

Feel the pulse every track is built on.

  1. Lesson 1: Find the BeatPulse, tempo and bars — then tap beat ONE by ear.
  2. Lesson 2: Build Your First BeatKick, snare and hi-hats — build an eight-step drum loop.
  3. Lesson 3: Match the BeatListen to a hidden drum loop, then rebuild it by ear.

Module

Chords

Build, hear and voice the chords in your songs.

  1. Lesson 1: Major & Minor Chord BuilderMove the third to turn bright major into moody minor.
  2. Lesson 2: Major or Minor by EarFive mystery chords. Is each one major or minor?
  3. Lesson 3: Chord InversionsSame chord, new bass note: root position, 1st and 2nd.