About the course
This music theory course is designed to prepare students for a Grade 1 music theory examination.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the course, students will be able to identify and write basic elements of music notation such as;
- Treble and Bass Clef
- Pitches
- Key Signatures
- Tonic Triads
- Scales (C Major, G Major, D Major and F Major)
- Intervals
Students will be able to identify and explain basic elements of notation such as;
- Dynamics
- Musical Instructions
- Tempo and Expression
Students will be able to complete musical extracts by;
- Adding time signatures, bar lines and rests and amend them by grouping notes and rests
Students will be able to answer simple questions relating to
- a melody written in treble or bass clef
It is important to note that this course is not an awarding body and any practice papers or certificates issued are not accredited by any other recognized organization. The course is intended to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of music theory, which can be applied to their musical pursuits.
What you’ll learn
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Prepare for your ABRSM Grade 1 Music Theory exam with confidence
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Start from ZERO theory knowledge
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Quiz for every topic
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Final Exam
Requirements
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Manuscript Paper (Free download)
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Pencil
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Recommended 15 minutes per day
Syllabus
Note Values of the semibreve (whole note), minim (half note), crochet (quarter note), quaver (eighth note) and semiquaver (16th note)
Rests of the same time values
Simple time signatures 2/4, 3/4 and 4/4
Tied and Single-dotted notes
Treble and bass clef notes
Accidentals
Tonic triads in the same four keys
Major Scales and key signatures in the keys of C Major, G Major, F Major and D Major
Degrees of the scale and intervals above the tonic
Common musical terms and symbols including tempo, dynamics and articulation
