Are you ready to write your best music?
You know you have good taste,
The problem is getting it out.
You're making music that you know isn't at the level you could be at. You can hear that it isn't quite right, but you can't seem to fix it because
You don't have the tools to understand why...yet
If you're relying on MIDI packs or samples, your music probably doesn't have enough of your personality in it.
Deep down you know the ideas didn't come from inside - and that's the whole reason you started doing this.
Here's what's actually going on:
Your ability doesn't match the ideas you already have.
You already have the creativity.
You're just missing the musicality to get it out.
Creativity without musicality is frustrating.
You're not alone, this is a natural part of the journey, but the good news is, you don't have to spend 10 years of your life (like I did), building the knowledge to bridge the gap and to make your best music.
The blueprint will help you with two things:
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Getting Ideas Out Of Your Head and Into Reality
Building a strong connection between your hands and your ears is essential, so you can get your amazing ideas out in real time.
Understanding the building blocks of melody and how to apply it in context of real music.
(Not theory for theory's sake. Stuff you can actually use.)
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Learn From Music You Love Without Sounding Like A Copy
Most people have no system for extracting ideas from their favourite music. This course gives you just that. You'll understand why the music you gravitate towards hits you the way it does - and how to make those elements genuinely yours.
What People Say
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Is The Course Right For Me?
What's Inside
Introduction
- Welcome - this is why you're here!
- Some James lore if you're wondering 'why should I listen to this guy!?'
- How To Use The Practice Helper
- A little something before you jump in..
- Course Roadmap
- Learn The Foundations
Pentatonics
- Introduction to Pentatonics
- Ex 1: Pentatonic Rotations
- Ex 2: Pentatonic 1-3-2-5
- Ex 3: From Scale to Melody
- Ex 4: Random Pattern Generator
- How This Actually Works In Context: 'Loving Is Easy'
- How This Actually Works in Context: 'Terracotta Love'
- How This Actually Works In Context: Playing Chords Melodically
Chord Tones
- Introduction to Chord Tones
- Ex 1: Following Chord Tones Part 1
- Ex 2: Following Chord Tones Part 2
- How this actually works in context: When chord tones move out of key
- How this actually works in context: 'The Dress'
Rhythm
- Introduction to Rhythm
- Ex 1: Clapping The Subdivisions
- Ex 2: Moving Through The Subdivisions
- Ex 3: Rhythm Pyramid
- Ex 4: Starting The Phrase Generator
Shape
- Introduction to Shape
- Ex 1: Contour Playing
- Ex 2: Destination Notes
- Ex 3: Deconstructing a Melody
Expression
- Introduction to Expression
- Ex 1: Hammer-Ons & Pull-Off
- Ex 2: Pitch Bend
- Ex 3: Volume Control
Ear Training
- Picking Out Notes
- Hearing Chord Qualities
- Connecting your ears to your hands: Sing First, Then Play
- Connecting your ears to your hands: Play First, Then Sing
Harmony 101
- 2-5-1
- Circle of Fifths
- Voice Leading
- Pedal Notes
Song Breakdowns
- How to transcribe
- Breaking Down a Solo
- Song Breakdown: 'just how it goes'
- Song Breakdown: 'peach ice tea'
- How I Figure Out The Key
Concepts In Context
- Shadow Hooks
- Borrowed Chords
- Harmonic Reframing
- Anchor Notes
Putting The Melodic Blueprint Into Practice
- Building On A Demo: Kaisha
- Building On A Demo: Delatti
- Learning From Your Favourite Music
FAQ'S
I don't know any scales or music theory. Is this too advanced for me?
If you know a couple keys and some basic chords then you're good to go.
The course starts with fundamentals and builds from there.
What instrument do I need?
A midi keyboard is all you need. The whole course is built around playing and hearing these concepts on keys. If you don't have one there still will be some value in there but it'll be more limited.
I'm a writer, is this still for me?
Yes. As long as you're looking to play your ideas yourself, this is for you.
You don't need to be an advanced piano player. I made this primarily for producers wanting to be better at making music (because that is my own journey!)
Will I be able to write and play like the artists I love?
The goal isn't to copy anyone's style.
It's to give you the tools to write and play like you.
If you follow your taste then you'll end up in the right place.
The concepts are universal - how you apply them is personal.
How long will it take to see results?
Depends on how much you practice.
Some concepts will click immediately.
Others take weeks of consistent work to internalise.
This is about building a skill, not a quick fix.
I already know scales and theory. Will this still help?
If you know theory but still feel like you're guessing when you write, yes.
This isn't about learning more theory - it's about applying it practically and musically.
Do I need to finish the whole course before I see improvement?
No. Each section builds on the last, but you can start applying concepts immediately.
Even just understanding one of the sections will change how you play and write.
You can jump between sections and follow your interests, either way the course will help.
What if I don't find the course useful?
If you're unhappy with the course, email info@themelodicblueprint.com within 14 days of purchase for a full refund.