About this Event
Are you interested in music theory? Would you like to learn and master various music-related knowledge in a systematic way, and potentially pass the ABRSM exam? Now is the time to join our Music Theory short courses.
Course Introduction:
- Taught by music experts from the industry, the teaching content is fully up-to-date, ensuring students have a firm grasp of music theory knowledge.
- For Mandarin speakers, we provide a unique bilingual teaching approcah, to make the learning experience more relaxed and native.
- The content will cover ABRSM music theory from Grade 1 to Grade 5 (see below session for teaching plan). The students will start from scratch and systematically build up their music fundamentals and skills.
Why Taking this Course:
- It helps students to master basic music theory knowledge, bring their music theory knowledge to their desired level, and simultaneously improve non-native speakers' English proficiency.
- Lay a solid foundation for future music learning and career development.
- After completing the course, the students will have the capability to register for the ABRSM music theory exam and obtain an internationally recognized music certificate.
Teaching plan of the Course (for illustrative purpose):
**Grade 1:**
1. **Introduction to basic musical notation:**
- Teach the names of notes (whole, half, quarter, eighth).
- Introduce the concept of rests.
- Explain the treble and bass clefs.
2. **Understanding time signatures and basic rhythms:**
- Teach common time signatures (4/4, 3/4, 2/4).
- Introduce basic rhythmic values and their corresponding durations.
- Practice clapping and counting rhythms.
3. **Introduction to major scales and key signatures:**
- Teach the C major scale.
- Introduce the concept of key signatures.
- Practice writing scales and identifying key signatures.
4. **Simple intervals and basic harmony:**
- Teach intervals (unison, second, third, fourth, fifth).
- Introduce basic harmonic concepts such as chords (triads).
- Practice identifying and singing intervals and chords.
**Grade 2:**
1. **Review of grade 1 topics:**
- Reinforce knowledge of basic notation, time signatures, and scales.
2. **Introduction to minor scales and key signatures:**
- Teach the natural minor scale.
- Introduce minor key signatures.
- Practice writing and identifying minor scales and key signatures.
3. **Basic chord structures and triads:**
- Teach different types of triads (major, minor, diminished).
- Introduce chord inversions.
- Practice harmonizing melodies with basic triads.
4. **Simple sight-singing and dictation exercises:**
- Introduce simple melodies for sight-singing.
- Practice dictation exercises focusing on rhythm and pitch.
Continue this pattern for each subsequent grade level, gradually increasing the complexity of the topics covered and the difficulty of the exercises. Incorporate listening activities, repertoire studies, and creative composition assignments to keep students engaged and motivated throughout their learning journey.
Date and Time:
Thursday, 25 Apr 2024 19:00 - Thursday, 13 Jun 2024 20:00
Discount:
Goldsmiths offers a 15% concession rate on short courses to Lewisham Local cardholders.
The following participants are eligible to receive a 15% discount. Concessions are available for Goldsmiths’ staff and students, over 60s, Jobseeker’s Allowance and Income Support claimants.
Disability Support:
We are committed to providing reasonable teaching adjustments for students with disabilities that may impact on their learning experience. If you require adjustments, please complete the relevant section on the booking form and also contact us at [email protected] so we can respond to your requests as soon as possible.
Disclaimer:
If you are undertaking an in-person course, please note that we may need to move the course online due to any unforeseen circumstances. Please note that no refunds are issued for moving courses online.
Lecturer Introduction:
Bo Wang, born in China, gained his first Masters degree in Musicology from Beijing Normal University in 2008 and won a gold medal at the Fifth Singapore International Music and Dance Competition. He went on to study voice and opera at the Royal Northern College of Music. In 2011 he graduated with distinction in a second Masters degree in Solo Performance and was awarded the John Cameron Prize for Lieder. He was supported with a full scholarship from the ABRSM. Bo was recipient of the Gil Rodriguez Scholarship Award in 2016 and he was an Iford Festival Young Artist 2018. Operatically Bo has performed for English National Opera, Garsington Opera, Opera Holland Park, Opera Rara , Opera de Bauge, King’s College Choir Cambridge and BBC Proms. Bo is also a regular soloist on the international concert platform in repertoire ranging from Baroque to contemporary. His recent engagements include Royal Festival Hall, Royal Albert Hall, Manchester Bridgewater Hall and Beijing Forbidden City Concert Hall. Bo is also the artistic director of the London Chinese Philharmonic Choir which has premiered a number of Chinese choral works in the UK.
Don't miss out on this unique music learning opportunity. Join our short course now and improve with musician from the industry!
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Goldsmiths, University of London, New Cross, London, United Kingdom
GBP 250.00
