What is Basic Music Theory?
Having played the piano for over 25 years, I have had some exposure to what we call music theory. As a piano teacher, I have had ample opportunity to describe to many new students exactly what music theory is and the basics of it. So what is basic music theory? The...
Listening Map for William Tell Overture (Rossini)
William Tell Overture is well-known for its fast-paced and exciting melody. Here is a listening map that will help guide you and your students through the song. You will notice that this song has a lot of little mini repeats. Rossini takes a phrase and repeats it...
What Does “A Tempo” Mean in Music?
You ran into a word in your music and you aren’t quite sure what it means? Don’t worry, you aren’t the first one to wonder and you won’t be the last! After all, unless you speak Italian, you can’t expect to know all of the little words...
Where is Thumbkin (Finger 1)? | Free Piano Learning Activity
Level: Primer to beginner Objective: To help learn finger numbers and to strengthen finger muscles and independence. The hands also develop the curved finger hand position used in playing the piano. Materials: A small ball or...
The Staff | Music Theory for Kids
The staff is the very basic of written music theory. Once you know about the staff, you can learn practically anything from there! All those lines and squiggles can seem daunting, but here is a way that even a three year old can understand. Print out your own treble...
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