Practical Music Theory for Musicians

Practical Music Theory for Musicians

Sep 23 - Nov 11 (MON 6PM - 8PM) | Course Cost: $256.00
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About the Course

Sessions
8
Location
MCC
Modality
In Person
Age Requirement
14+
Level
All Levels
Class Capacity
12
Materials Required

Recommended materials: Music notation paper, notebook or laptop, pencils. 

Total Hours

16

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Bring your musical knowledge up a level with our "Practical Music Theory" course, designed for musicians who can already play, but lack formal theory knowledge. This course combines the skills between performance and understanding, offering practical knowledge into the building blocks of music. 

Students will learn the concepts of scales, chords, harmony, rhythm, and counterpoint, and how to apply these elements to improve their playing and creativity. Through dynamic lessons and hands-on exercises, students will gain the tools to analyze and interpret music more effectively, improvise with confidence, and compose their own pieces. By the end of the course, students will have a solid grasp of music theory, giving them the skills and confidence to enhance their musicality and expand their creative potential.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Understand and explain fundamental music theory concepts, including scales, chords, harmony, and rhythm.
  • Apply theoretical knowledge to analyze and interpret musical pieces.
  • Proficiency in identifying and constructing various scales and chords.
  • Ability to recognize and apply harmonic progressions.
  • Skills in rhythmic notation and timing.
  • How to approach improvising.
  • Basic composition skills.
  • Communicate musical ideas more effectively with other musicians.