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Music Theory

Hear and understand rhythm, intervals, scales, chords, harmony, and musical form.

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Level
Beginner to intermediate
Interest area
Creative culture
Learning outcomes
4 focused outcomes

Topic overview

Learn the foundations of Music Theory.

Theory becomes useful when symbols are connected to sound. Singing, tapping, playing, and analyzing short excerpts keep notation tied to what the ear actually perceives.

Learning outcomes for Music Theory

  1. 1

    Read basic rhythmic and pitch notation

  2. 2

    Recognize intervals, scales, and common chords

  3. 3

    Explain simple harmonic movement and cadence

  4. 4

    Use form and motif to describe how music develops

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How to learn Music Theory step by step.

01

Build the foundation

Read basic rhythmic and pitch notation

02

Practise with feedback

Recognize intervals, scales, and common chords

03

Practise with feedback

Explain simple harmonic movement and cadence

04

Apply and reflect

Use form and motif to describe how music develops

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