Music theory is a science, or a study of composition and harmony. It deals with how and why things work. For example: Why does this chord work with that scale? Why do these chords work together? What is this called? Etc.. This Theory Course for Guitar will bring everything into focus.
The study of music sets up harmonic guidelines and rules for the purpose of having a consistent base to work from. Although they can be interpreted as such, these rules and guidelines are not meant to be used as a method of “compose by the numbers.” Theory lends insight. Insight gives the musician and composer more methods, choices, and understanding of harmonic situations. Theory is a tool for learning the various aspects of how sounds and tones interrelate.
This course is divided into 8 sections. Each section is critical to understanding the whole picture.
It is possible to study music theory and not play an instrument, but the purpose of this course is to apply what you learn to your instrument.
The purpose of BOOK 1 is to make sure that the student has a working knowledge of the notes on the staff and the notes on the guitar. Knowing your way around the staff and the guitar is a must if you intend to apply the new knowledge you acquire.
The entire course is not easy and there is a great deal of writing involved. The course is at college level.
Assignments are graded and comments made if necessary. A certificate is issued upon completion of all assignments with at least 70% accuracy.
We are here to help you through any trouble areas. We want you to be successful with the course.
MUSIC THEORY COURSE FOR GUITAR PLAYERS
OUTLINE
- BOOK 3: (pgs…57-92, assignments 45-55) Intervals
- BOOK 4: (pgs…93-137, assignments45-55) Time
- BOOK 5: (pgs…138-147, assignments 56-57) Transposing Melody
- BOOK 6: (pgs…148-180, assignments 59-65) Chord Formulae
- BOOK 7: (pgs…181-209, assignments 66-71) Chords of a Key
- BOOK 8: (pgs…210-251, assignments 72-77) Cadence and Harmonics
Music Theory Course for Guitar Players (book 1-8) with grading
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