Music Theory from the Ground Up

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    1. Identifying Whole & Half Steps
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    This lesson from music teacher Ben Levin introduces the names of music notes and the steps between them, coupled with some quick exercises for reinforcement.

    This lesson from music teacher Ben Levin introduces the names of music notes and the steps between them, coupled with some quick exercises for reinforcement.

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    2. Introduction to Scales
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    In this lesson, music teacher Ben Levin introduces minor and major scales, explaining their makeup and the pattern of intervals used in every major scale.

    In this lesson, music teacher Ben Levin introduces minor and major scales, explaining their makeup and the pattern of intervals used in every major scale.

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    3. Knowing the Keys & Key Signatures
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    This lesson from Ben Levin Music introduces the basic concepts behind determining keys and key signatures, as well as the order of sharps and flats.

    This lesson from Ben Levin Music introduces the basic concepts behind determining keys and key signatures, as well as the order of sharps and flats.

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    4. Naming Intervals Between Notes
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    In this lesson, music teacher Ben Levin explains the relationships between notes in a scale and how to identify those intervals simply and easily.

    In this lesson, music teacher Ben Levin explains the relationships between notes in a scale and how to identify those intervals simply and easily.

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    5. Naming Chords | Part 1
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    In this lesson, learn the four main types of chords used in music composition and discover how each is built, using visual aids and clear explanations.

    In this lesson, learn the four main types of chords used in music composition and discover how each is built, using visual aids and clear explanations.

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Carla C
i have always been weak in this area of theory, thanks for a great and easy way to remember the information
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robin m
Hey Ben - Can I use your music theory class from the Ground Up for Flute practice? thanks
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