Music Theory
Music theory is the study that helps you understand and systematize various elements of music, such as intervals, keys, scales, harmony, and rhythm. By learning music theory, you can go beyond simply listening to and enjoying music—you gain deeper insight into how music is constructed. It allows you to analyze music logically, compose creatively, and express music emotionally. For those who want to understand the hidden structure and principles behind music, music theory is an essential guide.
This document primarily covers harmony theory focusing on practical music and jazz. Therefore, terminology and concepts may differ from traditional classical music theory, emphasizing understanding sounds and modern musical expressions used in actual music rather than the strict rules of classical harmony.
Learning Topics
Learn the concepts of note names, accidentals, and octaves, and understand how to interpret and use them.
Explore note names such as C, D, E, and accidentals like ♯, ♭, ♮, as well as octaves in detail.
Explore the concept and types of intervals, and learn to identify various intervals.
Learn about intervals such as major 3rd, perfect 5th, and more.
Understand the concept of chords and learn the basics of triads.
Build foundational knowledge by studying major triads, minor triads, and more.
Study 7th chords, which are extensions of triads.
Learn about basic 7th chords such as major 7th and dominant 7th chords.
Learn the concept of scales and study basic scales including major and minor scales.
Understand what scales are and learn in detail about major and minor scales.
Learn about the concept of key, the most commonly used type—major key—and key signatures.
Explore what key and key signatures are in detail.
Learn about various advanced seventh and sixth chords.
Explore advanced chords like diminished seventh, 7sus4, major sixth, and more.