$270
for 15 classes
Trinity College of Music: Music Theory - Grade 4
New class
Ages 10-14
Live Group Course
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(679 reviews)
Popular
Live video meetings
1x per week, 15 weeks
3-5 learners per class
45 min
What's included
15 live meetings
11 hrs 15 mins in-class hoursHomework
1-2 hours per week. Homework will be assigned weekly to help learners apply the concepts through various exercises. Additionally, there will be recording assignments to further enhance their practice and understanding.Certificate of Completion
Families may request a certificate of completion once the course has been successfully finished. This certificate serves as a formal acknowledgment of the learner’s participation and achievement, providing a tangible record of the skills and knowledge gained throughout the course.Class Experience
Register today with the Music & Language Learning Center with a $10 discount: 𝐋𝐀𝐍𝐆𝐔𝐌𝐔𝐒𝐃𝐈𝐒𝐂𝟏𝟎𝟏𝟎 Students will learn through lectures, readings, exercises, and listening assignments provided by the teacher. This is a live interactive online course limited to 3-6 students to ensure exclusivity and that each student receives the attention they need from the instructor. Students may email the instructor if there are any questions regarding the material in this course. The class time is structured according to the following topics as outlined in the Trinity College of Music. This section is designed for the young learner's pace. Supplementary materials will be provided for additional practice. The final meeting will consist of a mock exam where learners will be coached on how to take the practice exam for the Trinity College of Music: Grade 4 exam. Upon completion, the following class would be 𝐓𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐠𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐌𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐜: 𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐞 𝟓 (𝐌𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐜 𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐨𝐫𝐲). There will be listening and writing assignments will be due two days prior to the scheduled meeting to allow the instructor to provide timely feedback to the learner via the Outschool classroom. While the assignments are not mandatory, it is highly recommended to complete them to receive the best results from the course. 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐌𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐜 & 𝐋𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐮𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐫𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐝𝐞𝐥𝐚𝐲 𝐚 𝐬𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐦𝐮𝐦 𝐧𝐮𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐡𝐚𝐬 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐛𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐦𝐞𝐭 𝐚𝐬 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐠𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐩 𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐝𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐨𝐫𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐦𝐞𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐟𝐮𝐥 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐛𝐞𝐭𝐰𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬.
Learning Goals
Learners will grasp essential music theory concepts, including scales, key signatures, time signatures, and rhythm, as a foundation for the Trinity College of Music exam.Learners will improve their ability to analyze and interpret musical scores, preparing them for the exam's written and practical components.Syllabus
15 Lessons
over 15 WeeksLesson 1:
The Alto Clef and New Time Signatures
Students will explore the alto clef, a type of 'C' clef used primarily for viola and other instruments. Students will learn its significance, how to read it, and its applications in music. Additionally, students will study new time signatures, specifically 5/4, ⅝, and ⅞, focusing on their rhythmic patterns and how they differ from more common signatures. Through practical exercises, students will gain confidence in reading, writing, and performing music. 45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Writing Tunes to a Rhythm and Harmonic Rhythm
Students will focus on writing original melodies to specified rhythms, developing their creativity and understanding of musical structure. Students will explore how different rhythms influence the feel and flow of a piece. In addition, students will delve into harmonic rhythm, examining how chords change in relation to the beat and rhythm of melody. Through analysis and exercises, students will learn to integrate harmonic rhythm into their compositions, enhancing the overall musical experience. 45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Setting Words to a Rhythm
Students will learn to set lyrics to established rhythms, focusing on how syllables align with musical beats. Students will explore techniques for ensuring that words flow naturally within a rhythmic framework. Additionally, students will practice writing their own words beneath a given rhythm, emphasizing the importance of phrasing and articulation. 45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Enharmonic Equivalents; Chromatic Scale
Students will explore enharmonic equivalents, learning how different note names can represent the same pitch. Students will examine examples of enharmonic pairs, such as C♯ and D♭, to understand their application in music notation and theory. Additionally, students will delve into the chromatic scale, focusing on its construction and significance. Through exercises and visual aids, students will practice identifying and playing the chromatic scale. 45 mins online live lesson
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Teacher expertise and credentials
1 teacher has a Graduate degree
Master's Degree in Education from Longy School of Music of Bard College
1 teacher has a Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's Degree from Atlantic International University
🎵 𝗗𝗿. 𝗞𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗗𝗶𝘇𝗼𝗻, 𝐏𝐡𝐃 🗣️ is Founder of the Music & Language Learning Center. Currently serves at the Banting Postdoctoral Fellow (2024-2026) at Concordia University, Montréal, she is also recipient of the Fulbright and Portuguese Science & Technology awards. She is an internationally known linguist, teacher, and professional musician who has taught on four continents. Her passion for service stemmed from her work as an AmeriCorps Vista Fellow. In her spare time, she likes to play with her pet rabbit, Señor Blanco.
📚𝙀𝙙𝙪𝙘𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙖𝙡 𝘽𝙖𝙘𝙠𝙜𝙧𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙙:
- 𝐁𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐝𝐨𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐅𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰, Concordia University, 2024-2026
- PhD in Cultural Studies, Universidade Católica Portuguesa, Portugal as 𝑭𝒖𝒏𝒅𝒂çã𝒐 𝒑𝒂𝒓𝒂 𝒂 𝒄𝒊ê𝒏𝒄𝒊𝒂 𝒆𝒕 𝒕𝒆𝒄𝒏𝒐𝒍𝒐𝒈𝒊𝒂 𝑺𝒄𝒉𝒐𝒍𝒂𝒓, 2016-2022 (suma cum laude)
- Advanced Professional Certificate in Music Theory and Analysis with distinction, Berklee College of Music, 2021-2022
- Executive Graduate Certificate in Social Entrepreneurship, Cultural Agency, Community Development, Organization Development, Design Thinking and Education Leadership, Global Leaders Program, 2021-2022
- Diplôme de direction d’orchestre, Ecole Normale de Musique de Paris, 2019-2020
- Prix de Perfectionnement, Conservatoire de Versailles, 2018-2020
- Postgraduate Diploma in Clarinet Performance ‘aluna extraordinaria’, Escola Superior de Música e Artes Espectáculo as 𝑭𝒖𝒍𝒃𝒓𝒊𝒈𝒉𝒕 𝑺𝒄𝒉𝒐𝒍𝒂𝒓, 2014-2015
- MM in Clarinet Performance, Southern Illinois University - Carbondale, 2012-2014
- BA in European History and Music, University of Minnesota - Twin Cities, 2008-2012Reviews
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