Engaging Music Theory
Music Theory is a way of understanding music using the ears, eyes, voice and mind. It can include music notation, ear training, and sight reading. Music Theory helps us understand musical patterns—and more importantly, to recognize the moments where they are broken—leading to skill development in performance, composition, song-writing and improvisation.
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engage (v.)to arrange to obtain the services of; to hire
Music Theory is not just a language to explain music, it is an essential tool that successful musicians employ during every practice session and performance. Whether you're a composer, performer, scholar, or even if you're still figuring it out, we can help you make Music Theory work for you so that you can become a better performer and a more intuitive musical thinker.
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engaging (adj.)appealing, attractive, fascinating
A lot of folks think Music Theory is abstract, stodgy, and rule-based. We think they're wrong. Composers in all styles use melody, harmony, rhythm, and timbre to astonish us, no matter how many times we listen. At Engaging Music Theory, we teach a process of discovery to help you understand music's most captivating moments.
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engage (v.)to enter into conflict or combat with
Have you had a negative experience with Music Theory? Maybe it was "too complex" or "too much like math" or simply overwhelming. We offer clear, friendly instruction and coaching at a pace that works for you. Engaging Music Theory will help you meet your opponent on level ground, prevail over your fear, and ultimately make peace with Music Theory.
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