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1 on 1 Music Theory: Royal Conservatory of Music Theory Level 5

Students will learn the study of fundamentals of music such as chords, major and minor keys, and be able to explore a sample of music history through activities and listening.
Jennifer Hamilton
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:
(21)
Class

What's included

8 live meetings
8 in-class hours
Homework
1-2 hours per week. 1-2 per week
Progress Report
1 after class completion

Class Experience

US Grade 8 - 11
Beginner - Intermediate Level
In these 1 on 1 music theory classes, students will learn multiple basic foundations of music and will learn the historic and cultural significance that makes music what it is today. Through activities, written and listening exercises, students will have the knowledge to write the Level 5 Theory Royal Conservatory of Music exam if they so wish to and become accredited through the Royal Conservatory of Music.

Learning Goals

Students will embark on a journey and be able to confidently display an understanding of the building blocks of music and improve their skill through analysis.
learning goal

Syllabus

8 Lessons
over 8 Weeks
Lesson 1:
Pitch and Notation
 Learners will learn about Notes and Clefs, Half steps, whole steps, and Accidentals, Transposition. This lesson will cover the basic foundations for basic music notation and explore repertoire "Staccato Prelude" by Samuel Maykapar 
60 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Rhythm
 Learners will learn about note and rest values, ties, triplets, time signatures and be able to build an understanding for the value of rhythm in music. This lesson will also explore "Wild Mignonette" by Cornelius Gurlitt and "March of the Tin Soldiers" by Genari Karganov. 
60 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Scales and Key Signatures
 Learners will continue to develop their musical knowledge and learn about Major Scales, Key signatures, minor scale, parallel keys and will explore "Allegretto" by Fernando Sor and "Etude" by Henry Lemoine. 
60 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Melody Writing and Composition
 Learners will continue to apply previous note concepts and learn the basic elements of melodies and how to compose their own melodies. 
60 mins online live lesson

Other Details

Pre-Requisites
Students should have basic music experience reading notes.
Supply List
The Royal Conservatory of Music: Celebrate Theory Level 5 Book
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
The Royal Conservatory of Music: Celebrate Theory Level 5 book
Joined July, 2022
5.0
21reviews
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Kwantlen Polytechnic University
I have completed an ARCT in Piano Performance and Advanced Theory Certificate that is accredited through the Royal Conservatory of Music and have taught this class in group settings and 1 on 1 with students of multiple ages and proficiencies with their instruments.  

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1x per week, 8 weeks
60 min

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Ages: 11-18

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