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Learning Music Theory Online

Sunday, August 02, 2009
Related Tags: music | theory | oxford | online | datadragon
 

Instructions

Fundamental Music Tutorials

  • Step 1:
    The Internet opens the door to a world of musical education opportunities. The hard part is determining which of these resources is most dependable, and which ones work best for you. Websites like DataDragon and 8 Notes offer in-depth music theory lessons and a database of study materials free of charge (see References). Take advantage of these websites to expand your understanding of music theory.

Oxford Music Online

  • Step 1:
    Oxford University Press is known for its high-standard educational texts. Now you can access the Oxford Grove Music Library, which features the full text of both The Oxford Dictionary of Music and The Oxford Companion to Music (see Resources). There are also sound files demonstrating the principles discussed throughout the website. This is a serious study of music theory using both text and practical examples.

Music Theory Online Distance Learning Course

  • Step 1:
    Learn music theory online from the comfort of your own home with the Music Theory distance learning course (see Resources). This is a comprehensive, interactive music theory study program with instructor interaction. The course features 70 lessons for about $130. There are even scholarships available.

Resources


Learning Music Theory Online Provided by eHow.com
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