Beginner Music Theory Course
This beginner music theory course teaches essential rhythm skills in 4/4 time, treble clef note reading, and basic sight-reading through structured drills and practice plans. Learners develop a strong sense of pulse using counting, clapping, and metronome exercises, master key mnemonic aids like EGBDF and FACE, and build confidence in decoding short melodies. It includes self-assessment tools and efficient daily routines to track progress, ensuring reliable timing and reading abilities for performance or teaching in Sierra Leone contexts.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This beginner course develops strong rhythm reading and timing with simple step-by-step lessons on 4/4 note values, rests, counting techniques, clapping exercises, and metronome use for a steady beat. It features combined sight-reading for pitch and rhythm, plus organised practice schedules, self-check tools, and brief daily sessions to make learning straightforward, trackable, and effective for Sierra Leone musicians.
Elevify advantages
Develop skills
- Read 4/4 rhythms confidently by counting, clapping, and maintaining a steady pulse.
- Decode treble clef notes quickly, mastering EGBDF, FACE, and middle C for actual scores.
- Sight-read simple melodies by combining pitch, rhythm, and counting for accurate first attempts.
- Create effective 4-week practice routines for notes and rhythms that deliver clear results.
- Self-assess professionally by tracking tempo, accuracy, and correcting reading mistakes swiftly.
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