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CDZA | Epic Key Changes

Well it has been awhile since we posted anything, but this video is a must see! CDZA, a NYC-based collective which “creates music video experiments,” produced this guide to epic key changes. Thanks, Elise MacDonald!

Mariah Carey | Joy to the World

We are back after a week off last week, and kick off the week with Mariah Carey singing “Joy to the World” (1994). Modulation around 2:10. Enjoy!

Whitney Houston | Do You Hear What I Hear

For today’s modulation we feature the incomparable Whitney Houston singing “Do You Hear What I Hear” live in 1990 on the Jay Leno show. Modulation around 1:40.

The Supremes | I Hear a Symphony

Today we feature the Supremes singing “I Hear a Symphony” (1966). Listen around 1:09 for a series of modulations that are sure to brighten your day.

Whitney Houston | I Learned From the Best

Today we feature a classic Whitney Houston hit “I Learned From the Best” (1998). The key change is around 3:20, but listen to the whole song.

Billy Ocean | Get Out of My Dreams, Get Into My Car

Billy Ocean’s “Get Outta My Dreams, Get Into My Car” (1988) went to #1 on both the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 and Hot Black Singles charts, as well as #3 on the UK Singles chart. Modulation around 3:40.

Celine Dion | (You Make Me Feel Like) a Natural Woman

Here is Celine Dion’s “(You Make Me Feel Like) a Natural Woman” (1996). Co-written by Carole King and Gerry Goffin and first performed by Aretha Franklin in 1967, this cover version adds a modulation to the original tune (2:37).

Whitney Houston | One Moment in Time

Modulation of the Day is mourning the loss of the legendary Whitney Houston. In remembrance, we give you a special weekend edition video from 1988.

Whitney Houston (feat. Enrique Iglesias) | Could I Have This Kiss Forever

Happy Wednesday! Today’s Whitney feature is “Could I Have This Kiss Forever” (1999), featuring Enrique Inglesias. There are subtle modulations all over this song. Enjoy!

Whitney Houston | I Wanna Dance With Somebody

Today we feature Whitney Houston’s up-tempo “I Wanna Dance With Somebody” (1987). The modulation is around 3:30, but do yourself the favor of listening to this whole song.