They Said Prince Had 'No Music Theory' — His Handwritten Analysis SHOCKED Berklee's Top Expert

Описание: March 3rd, 1987. Professor Marcus Whitmore, head of Berklee's Jazz Theory Department, had just told
reporters that Prince's jazz experiments were "an embarrassment" by someone who "doesn't understand basic
music theory." When Prince showed up unannounced with handwritten harmonic analyses, what happened next
left the distinguished academic completely speechless and forced him to rewrite his entire lecture.
Welcome to Prince The Hidden Stories - where we uncover the most incredible untold moments from the Purple
One's legendary career.
IN THIS VIDEO:
How jazz academics dismissed Prince as a "superficial" musician lacking theory knowledge
Prince's surprise visit to confront his harshest critic before a major lecture
The handwritten harmonic analyses that shocked a music theory professor
Why Professor Whitmore completely rewrote his presentation in 20 minutes
How this encounter changed Berklee's approach to musical education forever
The guest lecture that became one of the most attended events in school history
This incredible story reveals how true musical genius transcends any classroom or textbook, proving that
dedication and passion can achieve sophistication that rivals formal training.
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