Music Theory Tutor Online
1-on-1 Online Lessons
Music Theory knowledge is essential in playing music with understanding and in interpreting music scores and styles. At MusicTutorOnline, you can study music theory at all levels, from beginning to college level. All lessons are 1-on-1 online, hands-on, inquiry-based, and continuously adjusted to your needs. You can be assured of total individual attention.
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We have the following music theory options available;
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Complete Music Theory Course. (Beginning to advanced)
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Separate courses per level: Beginning, Intermediate, Advanced, Pre College, and College Levels.
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ABRSM graded music theory exams. Grades 1 - 8 and Diplomas.
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Trinity graded music theory exams. Grades 1 - 8 and Diplomas.
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Online ear training lessons for musicians. For all levels and ages.
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For questions or specific requests:
Robert Boer, Your Music Theory Teacher
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Teaching Music Theory has been part of my music education career for 30 years. It is safe to say that the theory of music holds no secrets for me anymore.
Being able to make a student deeply understand the subject matter is a gift teachers have, and it can also be further developed by doing. Therefore, my 30 years of experience have given me countless opportunities to polish my craft.
I have experience teaching music theory to musicians from beginning to advanced levels.
Suppose you study music theory with MTO; you don't only hear and see explanations, but you will also be involved in the highest level of personal attention, ask questions, and get to do activities that will help you understand the subject matter. Last but not least, you will learn to apply the learned knowledge to daily tasks that musicians deal with. My lessons are inquiry-based, so you are genuinely involved in your learning process.
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Robert Boer
Music Theory Tutor
General Music Theory
BEGINNING
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This course will introduce students to the theory of music, providing them with the skills needed to read and write Western music notation. It also includes analysis and listening. It will cover topics such as pitches and clefs, rests, note values, time signatures, Flats, Sharps, steps, intervals, and enharmonic notes. This course covers the fundamentals of Western music theory and the absolute basic concepts and, as such, is the perfect course for beginners.
INTERMEDIATE
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This course will introduce students to the theory of music, building on the knowledge learned from the beginning music theory course. Music analysis and ear training are also part of this course. It will cover topics such as scales, key signatures, chronology, circle of fifths, major and minor intervals, synthesis, and basic harmony studies. This is a hands-on course with listening and basic music analysis exercises. Every lesson will include putting the learned theory into practice.
ADVANCED
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This course will build on the knowledge learned from the intermediate music theory course. Music analysis and ear training are also part of this course. This course will cover more advanced harmony, modes, cadences, harmonizing melodies, passing and neighboring tones, blues chord progression, the blues scale, and primary forms of music. This is a hands-on course with listening and music analysis exercises. Every lesson will include putting the learned theory into practice.
Online ABRSM Music Theory Tutoring
We offer music theory exam support for ABRSM grades 1 - 8 and diplomas.
ABRSM music theory focuses on the following:
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Knowledge of the notation of Western music, including commonly used signs and terminology 

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An understanding of fundamental musical elements such as intervals, keys, scales, and chords 

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An ability to apply theoretical knowledge and understanding to score analysis 

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Skills in harmonic completion of extracts and melody writing
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For more information on our ABRSM-graded music exam tutoring services, please visit the ABRSM page on our website.
Online Trinity Music Theory Tutoring
We offer music theory exam support for TRINITY grades 1 - 8 and diplomas.
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The Trinity-graded exams provide a comprehensive and incremental approach to the technical language of music. Theoretical musical knowledge enhances and supports the student’s practical studies. Having completed the eight grades, the student should be well-equipped to apply the tools of music to take advantage of a wide variety of further and higher educational and creative opportunities, including progression to Trinity’s written diplomas.
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For more info on our Trinity-graded music exam tutoring services, please visit the Trinity page on our website.
College Level Music Theory Prep
We offer full support for students planning to take entrance exams at a college of music or a music conservatory.
This course is also excellent for those who would like to advance their understanding of music theory.
All materials will be provided and are included in the lesson prices.
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Intervals
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Chords
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Time Signatures
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Different Clefs
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Grouping of Notes and Rests
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Key Signatures
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Scales and Modes
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Non-Chord Tones
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Cadences
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Secondary Dominants
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Modulation
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Borrowed Chords
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Part Writing
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Counterpoint
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Analysis of Harmony
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Harmonizing Melodies
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Piano accompaniment Writing
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String Quartet Writing
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Figured bass
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Rhythm Clapping
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Solfège
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Score Analysis
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Ear Training
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For more info on our music college entrance exam tutoring services, please visit the dedicated music college entrance exam page on our website.
