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Basic Music Theory 1 w/ Intro to Chart Writing

  • Beginner
  • 18 and older
  • Earn 10% back in points
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  • 440 Lafayette St, New York, NY
  • over 5 sessions

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his 5-week workshop covers basic theory from scratch with an introduction to chart writing concepts. Reading and writing music, notating rhythm, time signatures, major scales, transposing melodies, transcribing simple rhythms, intro to chords in a key. Basic chart/lead-sheet writing techniques such as notating the overall rhythmic feel of a song, repeat signs, numbered endings, bar numbers, rehearsal letters.

Goals: Read and write melodic and rhythmic notation, understand keys, change the key of a melody. Begin to relate what you hear to music theory through simple ear training exercises. Create a basic chart of a song using the music theory and symbols learned in this class and more. You don’t need to have any prior music theory knowledge to take this class.

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Refund Policy

Complete refund if someone changes their mind about signing up. No refund for missed classes.

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Alphabet City Music Workshops

Alphabet City Music Workshops makes learning music theory fun and interactive with small, hands-on classes designed for beginners, songwriters, singers, and lyricists. Their programs cover essentials like lead-sheet and chart writing, ensuring every participant is actively engaged.

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