The Bassist's Guide to Ear Training

Part 2: How to Hear Harmony Like a Pro


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Harmony doesn’t live in theory books—it lives in the music you hear every day. In this episode, Ian and Scott break down how to listen for root movement, chord function, and the emotional “feel” of a progression—without needing to know the names of every chord.

You’ll learn:

  • How to track harmony by ear (even without a bass line)
  • Why root motion is your harmonic cheat code
  • How to “feel” when a song moves away, creates tension, and comes home again

If you’ve ever felt intimidated by harmony, this episode will flip the script.

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