Music Theory – Grade Two

Description

The third book in the “MUSIC THEORY” series explores notes and rests of small duration, as well as triplets and compound duple time signatures.  Students are also shown how to transcribe melodies from one clef to another.  Chords and major keys are further explored, and minor scale formation and key signatures are also introduced.  Intervals (by quantity) are explained as well as different accent and pause signs, and additional Italian terms are covered.  Each chapter features clear ‘teach-yourself’ information, examples and questions for students to complete independently.  Two sample exams are included (in the same format as used by the Australian Guild of Music) as well as blank manuscript paper.  Students should be able to confidently sit the Australian Guild of Music Grade Two Theory Examination after completing this book.

CONTENTS:

1. Semiquavers
2. Semiquaver Rests
3. Demisemiquavers
4. Demisemiquaver Rests
5. Hemidemisemiquavers
6. Hemidemisemiquaver Rests
7. Time Signatures
8. Dotted Notes
9. Triplets
10. Completing Rhythms
11. Transcribing Melodies
12. Major Scale Key Signatures
13. Minor Scale Formation
14. Minor Scale Key Signatures
15. Chords
16. Major and Minor Triads
17. Intervals
18. Accent Signs
19. Pause Signs
20. Italian Words
21. Exam Sample 1
22. Exam Sample 2
23. Manuscript Paper