$16
weeklyor $128 for 8 classes
Music Theory (Highschool - Level 1)
Completed by 3 learners
Ages 14-18
Live Group Course
Average rating:
4.8
Number of reviews:(5 reviews)
Live video meetings
1x per week, 8 weeks
4-6 learners per class
50 min
What's included
8 live meetings
6 hrs 40 mins in-class hoursHomework
1-2 hours per week. Weekly homework will be given to aid in student practice of the concepts discussed in class and to check for understanding.Letter Grade
Homework assignments will be evaluated for a letter grade.Class Experience
US Grade 9 - 12
Beginner Level
In this fast-paced introduction to music theory we will cover the basics of music notation, intervals, scales, and chords. This course is designed for any student who wishes to gain a better understanding of music in the western classical tradition. This course will also build the foundational knowledge of music theory necessary for students who wish to continue their studies at the college level. Instruction will be a combination of lecture with slides, listening examples, and student discussion. (If the time for this course does not work for you, please check out the self-paced version of this course. It covers the same material but can be done at your convenience.)
Learning Goals
Students will learn the basics of music theory as it pertains to notation, scales, and chords.Students will gain an increased understanding to aid in music performance, analysis, or composition.Syllabus
8 Lessons
over 8 WeeksLesson 1:
Music Notation
In this session, we will learn how to notate and read pitch and rhythm in Western Classical music tradition. 50 mins online live lesson
1 assignment
Lesson 2:
Intervals
In this lesson, we will explore how notes interact. We will listen to musical examples and learn to measure the distance between notes known as the interval. This knowledge will prepare us for the study of scales and chords in the next classes. 50 mins online live lesson
2 assignments
Lesson 3:
Scales and Key Signatures
In this lesson, we will learn to build the most basic groupings of notes, the scale. In this session, we will explore the concept of the Major scale through listening and written examples. We will also learn to recognize the key signatures in written music. 50 mins online live lesson
2 assignments
Lesson 4:
Minor Scales and other scales
We will continue to explore the concept of scales in this class by looking at the minor scale in comparison to the major scale. We will also briefly explore the concept of scales outside of major and minor. 50 mins online live lesson
2 assignments
Other Details
Pre-Requisites
We will start from the very basics of music theory so no prior experience is needed.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Meet the teacher
Teacher expertise and credentials
Doctoral Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from University of Arizona
I teach classes in music and student success. I hold a doctorate of music in bassoon performance. As a professional musician, I play in orchestras, chamber ensembles and teach music both privately and in schools. I have experience teaching students from preschool to the university level.
I believe in providing students with the tools and information they need for excellence. I want students to have the skills they need to become their own teachers.
When I'm not spending time with my husband and kids, I love to learn new skills like pottery, tap dance, or crafts of all kinds.Reviews
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