Music Theory & Tonal Harmony for the Advanced Musician
This twice a week course is designed for students who already have an intermediate understanding of music theory and want to deepen their knowledge of music theory and harmony.
Brooke Wahlstrom
Average rating:
4.8
Number of reviews:(66)
What's included
8 live meetings
6 in-class hoursHomework
1-2 hours per week. Homework will be assigned each week to reinforce what was taught in class. If students have any questions about the assignment please email me. We will go over all assignments in class.Grading
I do grade the homework assignments. Final grades are offered, upon request. Letter grades are calculated based on a percentage taken from homework assessments and final project. A certificate of completion will be available, upon request.Class Experience
This Advanced Music Theory and Harmony course is designed for the student who has already mastered the skills presented in Beginning Music Theory and Intermediate Music Theory. We will explore intervals, chords, triads and modes to develop a firm understanding of music theory in a variety of styles. We will discuss vocabulary in regards to tonal harmony and discuss questions such as: How do diminished 7th/neapolitan 6th/augmented 6th chords function? What are chromatic chords and how to use them? How do you know which chord will work best? What are the principles of good melodic design? What is the best way to compose and structure a melody? During this Advanced Music Theory course we will cover the following topics: Class 1: Triads Class 2: Triad inversions Class 3: Chord identification Class 4: Chord progressions Class 5: Voice leading, passing tones, and arpeggios Class 6: Figured Bass Class 7: Intro to melody writing and Four-part harmony Class 8: Review and final project
Other Details
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined June, 2020
4.8
66reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Degrees
Master's Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from University of Wisconsin-Madison
Bachelor's Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from Palm Beach Atlantic University
📚 Professional musician, award winning singer
📚 Master of Music in Vocal Performance from the University of Wisconsin-Madison
📚 Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance from Palm Beach Atlantic University
📚 Drama director and voice teacher at a private middle school
📚 1 year teaching at a college conservatory of performing arts
📚 8+ years teaching as a private voice and piano teacher
📚 Minnesota Licensed Reserve TeacherReviews
Live Group Class
$140
for 8 classes2x per week, 4 weeks
45 min
Completed by 2 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-15
2-6 learners per class
