Music Theory Fundamentals: Solfege Basics
Discover essential musical concepts through systematic study of sight-singing techniques, exploring fundamental principles of notation and melodic relationships
Discover essential musical concepts through systematic study of sight-singing techniques, exploring fundamental principles of notation and melodic relationships
This comprehensive course offers a fresh perspective on music theory fundamentals through an innovative approach to solfege. Designed for both aspiring music students and passionate musicians, the course transforms complex theoretical concepts into accessible learning experiences. Through animated videos and interactive exercises, students learn essential elements including pitch notation, note names, accidentals, and interval relationships. The course is part of a broader series aimed at building a strong foundation in music theory, particularly beneficial for those preparing for pre-university or university music programs. The dynamic teaching method connects theoretical concepts directly to their corresponding sounds, making the learning process more intuitive and engaging.
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What you'll learn
Develop proficiency in reading and writing musical notation
Understand the fundamental concepts of pitch and note names
Master the use of musical clefs and staff notation
Comprehend various types of intervals and their qualities
Gain practical skills in identifying and working with accidentals
Apply theoretical knowledge to both classical and jazz performance contexts
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There are 3 modules in this course
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to music theory fundamentals through an innovative solfege-based approach. Students learn essential musical concepts including note names, staff reading, clefs, and musical registers. The course covers important topics like semitones, alterations, double accidentals, and both diatonic and chromatic semitones. A significant portion focuses on intervals, including their naming, quality assessment, redoubled intervals, and reversed intervals. The teaching methodology emphasizes practical application and understanding through animated videos and interactive exercises.
The name of the notes
Module 1
The semitone
Module 2
The intervals
Module 3
Fee Structure
Instructor
8 Courses
Distinguished Music Educator and Digital Learning Pioneer
Matthieu Van Vliet serves as Music Professor at Cégep Marie-Victorin's Music Department, where he has led the development of the innovative MOOC series "Solfege at your fingertips." This comprehensive series aims to demystify music theory through dynamic teaching methods that connect theoretical concepts with practical applications. The four-part course covers fundamental topics from pitch and intervals to tonality, chord construction, and rhythm. His innovative approach focuses on making music theory accessible by linking theoretical concepts directly to their sonic representations. As lead designer of this educational initiative, developed in collaboration with the Université de Montréal's Faculty of Music, he has created an engaging curriculum that serves both aspiring music students and amateur musicians. His work bridges the gap between traditional music education and modern digital learning, particularly helping students prepare for college and university music programs.
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