Grade 1 Music Theory: Suitable Preparation for ABRSM Exams (Self Paced)
In this course, we will go through an ABRSM Grade 1 theory past paper, question by question, breaking it down and learning both how to answer the question, and the required theory. Teaching everything needed to pass the exam.
What's included
6 pre-recorded lessons
6 weeks
of teacher support1 year access
to the contentHomework
1 hour per week. Homework will include some worksheets based on the weekly topic, and a final past paper at the end.Assessment
The assessment follows a past paper to be completed via the ABRSM website. This will be completed outside the class and serves as a way to check learning and understanding at the end of the course. The paper can be marked with answers from the ABRSM website, but you can also contact if you require any further help.Class Experience
Beginner Level
This class looks into ABRSM grade 1 music theory questions and how to answer them using past papers, preparing you for either taking the exam yourself, or deepening you music theory knowledge. Through the past paper, the questions will be broken down into both how the question should be answered, and what theory knowledge is required to do so. The sections to the course are as follows: Rhythm Pitch Keys and Scales Intervals and Tonic Triads Terms and Signs Music in context Each week will be separated into the above sections that can be paused and replayed at any time to allow you to take your time and complete any given worksheets, including a second past paper to be completed via the ABRSM website. Please also keep in mind that some videos will be longer than others. This is due to the size of each section and how much content it includes. Altogether the 6 weeks form an entire music theory course that would take multiple lessons to complete. If you have any questions after completing the past paper, or during the course, please do feel free to get in touch, as I am happy to help as much as I can. Also any feedback is appreciated.
Syllabus
6 Lessons
over 6 WeeksLesson 1:
Rhythm
This lesson looks at note values, rhythm values, key terms and time signatures. 16 mins of video lessons
Lesson 2:
Pitch
This lesson looks at the notes of the stave, the treble clef, bass clef, accidentals and tones and semitones. 13 mins of video lessons
Lesson 3:
Scales and Keys
This lesson looks at what is a scale?, degrees of the scale, key signatures and the tone and semitone pattern. 15 mins of video lessons
Lesson 4:
Intervals and Tonic Triads
This lesson looks at what is an interval? and what/how is a tonic triad constructed. Other Details
Parental Guidance
All resources and websites are suitable for ages 9-14
Supply List
A pencil and paper may be useful for writing down any notes.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Joined March, 2024
Teacher expertise and credentials
With regards to music theory, I have taught all grades for many years, to students and adults of all ages, both online and in person. I also have my certificates for passing my own ABRSM music theory exams.Reviews
Self-Paced Class
$10
weekly or $60 for all content6 pre-recorded lessons
6 weeks of teacher support
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Ages: 9-18
