Fundamentals of Music Theory for Instrumentalists I
Learn about the basics of music notation including keys, scales and intervals. This course teaches students the grade 1-3 music theory syllabus, which is applicable to a range of instruments.
Having a secure grasp on the basics of music notation and the concepts of keys, scales, and intervals can enable you to progress to the next level on your instrument much more easily. This course will start with the basics of staff notation, the layout of the keyboard and rhythmic durations and will progress on to concepts such as major and minor keys and scales, chord construction and more advanced rhythmical concepts. The material for the various topics is presented in an accessible way and is designed to be easily relatable to practical instrumental playing, regardless of your instrument. The course covers grades 1-3 of the ABRSM music theory syllabus.
Course Content
10 LESSONS
10 HOURS Total Length
Lesson 1
Pitches on the Keyboard and Stave and Basic Rhythmic Durations
60 minutes
Lesson 2
Time Signatures and Other Rhythmic Concepts
60 minutes
Lesson 3
Introduction to Scales and Keys
60 minutes
Lesson 4
More on Rhythm: Triplets and Other More Advanced Concepts
60 minutes
Lesson 5
Intervals and Transposition
60 minutes
Lesson 6
Compound Time and Groupings of Notes and Rests
60 minutes
Lesson 7
Chords: What They Are and How Does One Build Them?
60 minutes
Lesson 8
Phrase Structure and Rhythmic Composition
60 minutes
Lesson 9
Performance Directions
60 minutes
Lesson 10
Minor Keys and Scales
60 minutes
Key Skills
Music Theory
Rhythm
Composition
Chords
Educator
Andrew L
Saxophone, Clarinet and Flute Educator
With performance and teaching experience, Andrew adapts his lessons to allow the students to get the most out of them, whilst promoting musicianship and creativity.
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