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Songwriting Theory Guide PDF | 32 Pages | Chord Progressions & Bass Motion for Indie Rock

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Turn 41 songs into your songwriting rules. This 32-page PDF music theory guide analyzes chord progressions and bass motion from four indie rock albums. Get practical writing rules, not vague advice.

WHAT YOU GET
- 32-page PDF (letter size, print or digital)
- 6 chapters covering key centers, tempo, harmonic vocabulary, bass motion, cadences, and song form
- Chapter 12: Build a Song in This Style, One Decision at a Time
- Song-by-song reference for all 41 catalog tracks

PERFECT FOR
- Indie songwriters who want hard rules, not vibes
- Post-rock and indie-rock players studying borrowed chords
- MIDI-curious producers wanting theory grounded in data
- Music theory hobbyists tired of textbook-only writing
- Songwriters who keep starting in the wrong key

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Q: Can I print this guide? A: Yes, the PDF is formatted for letter-size printing or reading on any device.
Q: Are digital items returnable? A: No, digital downloads are non-returnable per Etsy policy.

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