Knowing the basics of music theory will help you make a better connection to composition, playing your instrument, and becoming a better musician. Whether you are a composer, play an instrument, or an avid music listener, this intro-level class will give you a clearer understanding of music, so it all starts to make real sense, and you can appreciate and enjoy music on a higher level.
We’ll cover music element basics, sight reading, key signatures, intervals, understanding scales, basic chord construction, chords in a key, improvisation, and more
Note:
Please purchase required textbook: “All About Music Theory," by Mark Harrison (Hal Leonard Publishing; softcover; ISBN-13: 9781423452089) before the first day of class.
School Notes: You MUST have and input a valid California address and US phone number when signing up for Santa Monica College in-person courses, or you may be rejected from the course. If you do not have a valid US address and phone number, your enrollment will not be accepted.
Students with any valid US address may enroll in online/remote classes.
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Santa Monica College's Community Education Office operates from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM Monday through Friday, excluding weekends and holidays. Please bring your CourseHorse purchase confirmation with you to class. Your Classroom information is noted in the Special Notes. If you do not have a classroom on your purchase receipt, please reach out to [email protected].
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