The Point de Mire Music Music Theory and Ear Training Course is designed to provide students of all ages with a comprehensive understanding of musical concepts and listening skills.
The curriculum covers essential topics such as notation, scales, intervals, chords, and harmonic progressions, enabling learners to grasp the foundational principles that underpin music across genres.
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Through engaging exercises and interactive activities, students develop their ability to recognize and analyze musical patterns, improving their sight-reading and composition skills. Ear training focuses on pitch recognition, interval identification, and rhythmic dictation, enhancing students’ auditory skills and musical intuition.​ By integrating theoretical knowledge with practical applications, this course empowers students to become well-rounded musicians, fostering creativity and deeper appreciation for the art of music.
Music Theory & Ear Training
Preparatory, Intermediate & Advance
The Point de Mire Music Music Theory and Ear Training Course is a comprehensive program designed to equip students of all ages with essential theoretical knowledge and advanced auditory skills. This course provides an in-depth exploration of musical elements, including notation, scales, intervals, chord structures, and harmonic progressions, fostering a solid foundation in music theory applicable across various genres.
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The curriculum covers a range of compositional techniques, such as counterpoint, voice leading, modulation, and orchestration, allowing students to understand the intricacies of musical construction. Students will analyze classical and contemporary works, gaining insights into form and structure, including sonata form, rondo, and theme and variations, which will enhance their compositional abilities.
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In tandem with theoretical study, the ear training component emphasizes pitch discrimination, interval recognition, and rhythmic dictation, developing students' ability to identify and replicate musical phrases by ear. Through a series of interactive exercises, learners engage in melodic and harmonic dictation, further strengthening their listening skills and musical memory.
Students will also explore concepts of musical texture and timbre, enhancing their understanding of instrumentation and arrangement. The integration of sight-singing and solfège exercises will facilitate the development of melodic accuracy and harmonic awareness.
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By synthesizing theoretical principles with practical applications, the Point de Mire Music Music Theory and Ear Training Course empowers students to become well-rounded musicians, fostering creativity, analytical thinking, and a profound appreciation for the art of music.