Short Workshops
Understand the big-picture of music theory: fill in the gaps in your musical knowledge

These are short workshops, covering specific topics about music theory. They usual run for 2-3 hours, either a morning or an afternoon. Discover the craft behind the magic of how music works.
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Topics

Music Theory: A Taster (3 hours)
A broad overview of music theory, designed as an opportunity to dip your toe into the water of music theory. A great way to get started.Next class starts Monday 25 July 2022

How Chords Work (3 hours)
Explore the theory and function of chords in music: how chords work, how they are derived from scales, and what various chord symbols mean.
How to Read Music - sort of (3 hours)
An introduction to how music notation works: how notes, rhythms and musical expression are written on the page. No prior musical knowledge necessary.
How to Read Music - for singers (4 hours)
Music notation is much more visual than most people realise. Discover how singers can learn to read and interpret music, by learning the basic principles of music notation. Begin your music reading journey now!Join the mailing list to be informed about future classes
About Susan Deas
Susan Deas is a professional musician, lecturer and teacher. She has been teaching piano and music theory for over twenty years, and is accredited in both Piano and Musicianship. Her training includes a Bachelor of Music with a major in Performance (Piano) and Musicology, a Master of Music Studies (Studio Pedagogy), a Bachelor of Arts (Communications), and an A.Mus.A in Musicianship. Susan also lectures in music theory and music appreciation for Sydney University’s Centre for Continuing Education, WEA Sydney and at other venues. She performs professionally as a pianist and organist, as well as giving professional development workshops and lessons to private music teachers. Susan is on the Board of the Music Teachers’ Association of NSW.
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