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'This course is perfect for anyone with an interest in music. It starts with the very basics of theory and the information is made easy to understand. There is a good atmosphere in the class, being with people who share your passion for music.'
– I. Colgan
Learning to read music, a vital first step in any musical education, needn’t be intimidating. Music Fundamentals I and II are 10-week courses that together introduce the essentials of reading and writing musical notation, as well as elementary musical grammar, to music-reading beginners and improvers. Students learn the basics and more (treble and bass clefs, note values, time and key signatures, scale construction, frequently used terms and signs). While a lot of ground is covered each week and homework given, the courses are both enjoyable and student-friendly. Music Fundamentals I and II are recommended as supplemental courses for anyone beginning an instrument at the New School – whether classical, traditional, jazz or popular – as well as for students who are already singing or playing an instrument but haven’t learned to read music, or who need a refresher course.
No previous musical experience is required for Music Fundamentals I. Students with basic knowledge of music theory who are interested in joining Music Fundamentals II should ask for a self-assessment test (based on the Associated Board Music Theory in Practice Grade 1 workbook) from the school office to assess your own level.
Music Fundamentals I covers all aspects of Associated Board Grade 1 theory, and Music Fundamentals II covers all aspects of AB Grade 2 theory. Students wishing to do so may be entered for the Grade I or Grade II theory exam after one or both courses.
Students concurrently enrolled for private lessons at the New School receive a 50% discount off the fee for these courses.
Students are advised to purchase The AB Guide to Music Theory, Part 1 by Eric Taylor, as well as Music Theory in Practice, Grade 1 (for Music Fundamentals I) or Music Theory in Practice, Grade 2 (for Music Fundamentals II), all available in Waltons music shops, before the start of the course.
Music Fundamentals is one of our group theory courses for beginners. Private, partner, group and intensive music theory and composition lessons are also available for students at all levels, from beginner to advanced. Go to Music Theory & Sight Singing for more information.
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Eoin Mulvany, Teacher
Eoin received a first class honours degree from the DIT Conservatory of Music and Drama in both music composition and guitar performance, coming top of his class with an upper division merit in the teaching diploma course he also completed. He has also obtained a Masters degree in composition from Dublin City University. In addition to guitar, Eoin has extensive experience teaching music theory, musicianship and composition to students from beginner to teaching diploma level. He also has experience in – and has performed – a wide range of music, having played and sung with groups ranging from jazz ensembles to classical choirs, traditional Irish music groups to rock bands. Eoin has taught guitar, music theory and Leaving Cert. Music at the New School since 2004.
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2013-2014 First Term Schedules & Fees
Music Fundamentals I
Schedule to be confirmed.
Tuition Fee (course alone): €130
Tuition Fee (students also enrolled for private or group lessons): €65
Music Fundamentals II
Schedule to be confirmed.
Tuition Fee (course alone): €130
Tuition Fee (students also enrolled for private or group lessons): €65
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Enrolment
Enrolment for this course requires a completed enrolment form and full payment of tuition fees. (Go to Enrolment & Booking Form Downloads for a 2013-2014 General Enrolment Form.) Places are available on a first-come, first-served basis, based on the date of enrolment. Early enrolment is recommended, as places are limited.
Purchasing this course as a gift? Go to Enrolment & Booking Form Downloads for a Gift Certificate Booking Form.
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