Music Theory Can Be Easy (and Fun!)Many people believe that music theory is hard. Students go to any lengths to avoid having to learn to read music when, in fact, learning how to read music is quite easy if you go about it the right way. Actually, most musical theory is quite easy once you know how! This site is designed as both a reference and a teaching tool. As the various sections develop you will find easy-to-understand explanations of theory concepts, lessons on how to read music, downloadable sheets and short quizzes to make sure you have understood the various concepts. "...music theory is quite easy Knowing how to read music fluently, how to spot the key of a piece quickly, what all those Italian and German musical terms mean make learning pieces much faster and make sight-reading much easier. Knowing how to form chords and develop harmony can make the difference between composing an average piece and a great piece. And most exam boards who offer practical exams require you to pass a music theory exam before you can progress to the higher grades. Don't be scared of theory. It's actually quite easy once you get the hang of it - and this website is here to help you do that! Check back often and find out what is new to learn and apply to your playing. As for fun...well, quite a few people argue with me about that - but once they begin learning the concepts and see how they all fit together most people agree it can be fun...not as much fun as Disney World maybe...but still fun! I have taught class and instrumental music to school students from 7 to 18 and to adults. I have a website about how to practice more effectively - Essential Music Practice. Check it out and supercharge your practice as well as your theory! Simon
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