The Essentials of Music Theory

This lesson explains the absolute essentials of music theory that all musicians need to know. Musicians are often concerned about their theory knowledge. Do I know enough? Are there things I don’t understand that would transform my ability as a musician. This video works through a list of theory knowledge essentials and suggests how to fix the gaps.

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🕘 Timestamps
0:00 – Introduction to the essentials of music theory
0:47 – Pitch and rhythm
1:56 – Accidentals
2:56 – Beaming
4:50 – Circle of fifths
5:53 – Intervals
6:32 – Transposition
7:45 – Simple and compound time
8:24 – Degrees of the scale
9:08 – Enharmonic equivalents
9:56 – The four clefs
10:37 – Chords
11:17 – Cadences
12:01 – Phrases
12:16 – Analysis
13:05 – Orchestral instruments
13:45 – Terms and signs
14:19 – Ornaments
14:43 – Conclusion

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