Music Theory Bootcamp

Decode the music you love.

Renowned jazz guitarist Dr. Quentin Angus demystifies music theory so you can compose your best songs yet.

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Music Theory Bootcamp

Renowned jazz guitarist Dr. Quentin Angus demystifies music theory so you can compose your best songs yet.

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CANCEL ANYTIME

For beginner & intermediate GUITARISTS

Learn and practice with Quentin

No prior music theory knowledge needed
Learn practical music theory designed for guitarists
Apply everything you learn to your guitar with daily guided practice
Analyze real songs from the Beatles through to Post Malone

Step-by-step Instruction

5 levels

Start at the very basics and slowly build your knowledge. Guided and easy to understand instruction at every step.

Time

14 days per level

Learn at your own pace. Most students take between 3 to 4 months to complete all levels.

Outcome

Learn exactly how music functions

Transform the way you hear, play, and write music by mastering core music theory principles through the lens of guitar.

Just the start

Unlimited access to all classes

This Bootcamp includes access to Pickup Music's entire lesson library for every step of your guitar journey – from beginner to expert.

A Guided learning pathway

The world's most comprehensive
theory program for guitarists

Dr Quentin Angus guides you through the basics of music theory all the way into advanced compositional concepts. You’ll learn the secrets behind your favorite songs and how to write music that captivates.

Level 1. The Fundamental Elements of Music (14 days)

Get acquainted with the core principles of music, how we define sound, and basic scale construction.

Level 2. Introduction to Harmony and Rhythm (14 days)

Learn how to build chords, analyze chord progressions, and play fundamental rhythms.

Level 3. Unlocking Major Key Harmony (14 days)

Learn to create chord progressions in any key and identify the theory behind songs with only your ears.

Level 4. Why is Rhythm So Important? (14 days)

Hone your sense of rhythm, demystify advanced polyrhythms, and learn some metronome tricks.

Level 5. Chord Progressions Explained (14 days)

Explore advanced harmonic concepts and learn how to write beautiful chord progressions.

Music Theory Toolkit
(19 lessons)

Want more? Need a refresher? Quentin breaks down key theory topics in this series of bonus lessons.

A Guided learning pathway

Music theory for guitarists

This Music Theory Bootcamp is the world’s most comprehensive guide to learning music theory for guitarists.

By the end of this Bootcamp, you’ll know exactly how music functions, the compositional secrets behind your favorite songs, and how to write music that captivates.

Level 1. The Fundamental Elements of Music (14 days)

Get acquainted with the core principles of music, how we define sound, and basic scale construction.

Level 2. Introduction to Harmony & Rhythm (14 days)

Learn how to build chords, analyze chord progressions, and play fundamental rhythms.

Level 3.Unlocking Major Key Harmony (14 days)

Learn to create chord progressions in any key and identify the theory behind songs with only your ears.

Level 4. Why is Rhythm So Important? (14 days)

Hone your sense of rhythm, demystify advanced polyrhythms, and learn some metronome tricks.

Level 5. Chord Progressions Explained (14 days)

Explore advanced harmonic concepts and learn how to write beautiful chord progressions.

Hear why students love this Bootcamp

Learn what makes Quentin's lessons so popular

Nik H.

"This class alone was worth the monthly fee three times over. Learning what to learn and why with solid resources has been the pursuit of my self-education journey. Now, I can say I finally found it."

Luca N.

"I started my membership when I first started studying music in college. I joined because I wanted to stand out as a writer and use more sophisticated techniques. I really love Pickup Music. I would 100% recommend it to anyone who plays guitar."

Sam G.

"Wow, this class is exactly the type of instruction I need! All of these Bootcamp exercises have been so helpful for me and significantly decreased the amount of time it would take me to absorb the info on my own. Thank you so much for breaking it down this way!!!"

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THe Bootcamp method

Why learn theory?

Developing a rock-solid foundation in music theory is like turning on the lights in a dark room. It will fuel your creativity on guitar and enable you to analyze what’s going on in any song you hear.

We know that music theory has a reputation for being tedious and a bit boring. But that’s exactly why we designed this course. It’s the most engaging and step-by-step guide to understanding (and enjoying) music theory.

What separates this Bootcamp from traditional music theory courses is that Quentin designed the lessons specifically for guitarists, without the need to read standard music notation. That means that everything you learn can be directly applied to your fretboard to make you a more accomplished player.

Why learn theory?

You'll understand what's going on in your favorite songs
You can use these concepts to write better songs and riffs
It will open new possibilities in your playing
You'll be able to communicate with other musicians

MOVE at your own pace

Learn through a step-by-step curriculum

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Level 1. The Fundamental Elements of Music

Level 2. Introduction to Harmony and Rhythm

Level 3. Unlocking Major Key Harmony

Level 4. Why is Rhythm So Important?

Level 5. Chord Progressions Explained

MEET YOUR INSTRUCTOR

Quentin Angus

Dr. Quentin Angus is the head of the jazz department at BMCC in New York City and has taught thousands of guitarists how to decode music theory.

Quentin has performed and recorded extensively as a jazz artist and is widely regarded as one of the top jazz instructors in the world today.

Throughout five extensive levels of this Bootcamp, he'll break down the same concepts that are taught at top music colleges all over the world. Quentin has designed this course specifically for guitarists so that everything you learn can be directly applied to your fretboard.