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Hookpad on MacBook Pro with demo song Little One

$7.99/mo

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Hookpad on MacBook Pro with demo song Little One

$199.00 one-time

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Aria

Aria

$14.99/mo

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No Add-On

Aria is an optional add-on to Hookpad that gives you suggestions for chords and melodies in the style of your song or track. Based on cutting edge GPT architecture and trained on hundreds of thousands of pieces of music, Aria is your secret weapon for creating new and exciting music. Learn more ›

Music Theory Books

Music Theory Books

Music Theory Books

$34.98 one-time

E-Book Hooktheory I and Hooktheory II

No Add-On

Unlock your full creative potential with the perfect duo: Hookpad and the Hooktheory Books. Hookpad gives you the power to compose and experiment, while our books unlock the deeper music theory insights that elevate your songwriting. Together, they provide everything you need to take your music to new heights. Learn more ›

Books + Hookpad = Better, Faster Learning

Theory you can immediately try, hear, and iterate.

Pairing the Hooktheory books with Hookpad can be a great idea, as they complement each other well. Here are some benefits of using the books alongside Hookpad:

  • Structured Learning: The Hooktheory books provide a structured approach to learning music theory. They guide you through concepts in a logical sequence, making it easier to understand the fundamentals of songwriting and composition.
  • Application of Concepts: As you learn new concepts in the books, you can immediately apply them in Hookpad. This hands-on approach helps reinforce the theory you’re learning, making it more intuitive and easier to remember.
  • Visual & Interactive: Diagrams and examples in the books + Hookpad's hear-and-see playback make concepts click.
  • Song Analysis: Explore real hits in the books, then experiment with the same techniques in your own projects in Hookpad.
  • Creative Inspiration: Use book examples as jumping-off points; try variations instantly to find your sound.
  • Reinforcement: The books often introduce concepts that you can then explore and practice in Hookpad. This dual approach of reading and doing helps solidify your understanding of music theory.
  • Flexibility: Move at your pace—skim a chapter, then explore in Hookpad, or bounce back and forth.

Overall, using the Hooktheory books alongside Hookpad provides a comprehensive learning experience—blending clear theory with hands-on creation.