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Does Grade 5 theory have to be a chore?
As a teacher who positively enjoys teaching theory I have to say 'no, of course not!' I teach many students who come to me because they 'have' to pass grade 5 theory before they can take grade 6 practical on their chosen instrument. Some of them have been working laboriously through a series of...
First Steps in Music Theory by Eric Taylor
I recommend First Steps in Music Theory by Eric Taylor. This pocket sized book, produced by ABRSM publishing is a brilliant resource, for students and tutors alike. The Grades are clearly differentiated, as are the separate sections which the students are required to understand. Whilst for very...
How to Prepare for Grade 8 Theory (ABRSM)
How to Prepare for Grade 8 Theory (ABRSM): The best way to prepare for any theory exam is to study the Music Theory in Practice textbook relevant to that grade. Presuming the student has done this, here are some tips for securing more marks through additional study in the weeks leading up to...
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The Joys of Music Theory
Most people give me a very strange look when I tell them that I actually like music theory and enjoyed sitting my exams! For me I have always enjoyed the theory more than the practical. Most students say to me that they find music theory hard and practical much easier. In my opinion, these...
Making music theory fun!
For making music theory fun (especially for kids) I thoroughly recommend the Made Easy series of theory work books by Lina Ng. Very young children (4 yrs on) particularly enjoy the 'Theory Made Easy For Little Children' level 1 and 2 (full of stickers and simple exercises), going on to 'My First...
Aural Tips
Many teachers overlook the importance of teaching aural, and it has been proven that this is the area students loose most marks on in exams. Aural can be practised at home. Ask someone to play two notes on the piano or another instrument and try to name the interval. Also when listening to music...
Some Thoughts on Music Education
I have been involved in music education in one way or another for all of my working life, as lecturer in a music conservatoire, class teacher of theory at a music school, instrumental tutor in a one-to-one learning and teaching situation, and examiner -(surely just another version of educator...