Learn · Music Theory
The theory behind the app
Eight topics drawn from Tiny Instrument's curriculum. Read the concepts, then play them in the app.
Getting Started · Music Theory
Music Theory for Beginners
Music theory is the language of music. Once you know it, every song makes sense — and you can start making your own.
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Music TheoryChapter 1 · Notes & The Keyboard
Piano Notes and the Keyboard
The piano keyboard is organized in a repeating pattern. Once you see it, you can find any note anywhere.
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Notes & The KeyboardChapter 2 · Rhythm, Meter & Expression
Rhythm and Beat in Music
Rhythm is the pulse that drives all music. Understanding it transforms how you listen, play, and practice.
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Rhythm, Meter & ExpressionChapter 3 · Intervals
Music Intervals Explained
An interval is the distance between two notes. Every melody, every chord, every scale is built from intervals.
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IntervalsChapter 4 · Scales
Piano Scales for Beginners
A scale is a set of notes in order. The major scale is the foundation of almost everything in Western music.
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ScalesChapter 5 · Chords
Piano Chords for Beginners
A chord is three or more notes played together. Knowing how to build them unlocks most of the music you want to play.
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ChordsChapter 7 · Chord Progressions & Harmony
Chord Progressions Explained
Music gets its emotional power from how chords move from one to the next. Progressions are the grammar of harmony.
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Chord Progressions & HarmonyListen Mode · Ear Training
Ear Training for Beginners
Ear training is the bridge between understanding music theory and actually hearing it. It connects the two sides of musicianship.
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Ear TrainingPractice in the app
Learn this on Tiny Instrument
Tiny Instrument teaches music theory through interactive lessons, ear training, and playful practice — all connected in one app for iPhone, iPad, and Mac.
