MUSIC THEORY (reference for Frequently Asked Questions) 1. What is the IAID Music Theory Course? Answer: Music Theory is a 2-month program designed to provide any music student, of any age, an in-depth understanding and solid foundation in music. 2. What are the benefits of enrolling in the Music Theory course? For New Clients? Answer: A new student will be able to learn the basic concepts of music such as note reading , note values and basic symbols that can be applied in whatever instrument he/she is going to play. For Existing Music Students? Answer: Music Theory as the language of music can help students to communicate musical ideas. It is beneficial for students in practicing their assigned pieces. It can also provide the ear/aural training, simple analysis of pieces, and brief discussion of historically significant periods in Western Music that can be useful for the LCM Examinations. 3. Why is the course designed for 1 hour (once – a week) basis? Answer: The course is designed to complement the applied music. ( piano, electronic keyboard, guitar, voice) That the students will be able to demonstrate on their applied music what they had learned from Music Theory. 4. How will the classes be conducted? Do my child need to bring his instrument? Answer: It will be a group class, according to their grade levels. It’s not necessary for your child to bring his
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