Do We Need Music Theory?

Upright Citizens by Open Studio

Mar 4, 202512:11Music

" Music 'theory'....Is it helpful? Is it a crutch? Can it make you a better player? Can it stifle your creativity? Come join the Upright Citizens as we kind of say 'yes' to all of these questions! " If you like Bass - yo...

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