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ABRSM Grade 5 Music Theory can be quite overwhelming, especially if you have other commitments or need to prepare quickly for higher-level instrumental exams. That’s where my One-to-one Live Online Intensive ABRSM Grade 5 Music Theory Course comes in.
I’ve spent over 10 years perfecting a focused approach to Grade 5 Music Theory that advances students through the syllabus in an efficient 8 hours-without dragging it out. Also, the course will be recorded as it happens, so students can go back over it afterwards and revise before taking the exam. Further on, you will find out more about the course.
What Topics Are Covered?
The course ensures that every aspect of the Grade 5 syllabus is addressed in a structured way. Students receive targeted practice on the essential topics, along with time set aside for exam preparation. Below are the topics involved in the intensive course:
Rhythm & Pitch
- Time signatures, note values, and rests
- Rhythmic patterns and dotted rhythms
Clefs & Transposition
- Treble, bass, alto, and tenor clefs
- Transposing instruments and writing transpositions
Key Signatures & Scales
- Major and minor keys, enharmonic equivalents
- Circle of fifths and key relationships
Intervals
- Simple and compound intervals
- Interval recognition
Chords & Cadences
- Triads and inversions
- Perfect, imperfect, and plagal cadences
Musical Instruments & Terms
- Knowledge of orchestral instruments
- Key performance directions in Italian, French, and German (why do they matter? read here)
Practice & Past Paper Analysis
- Integrated practice exercises throughout the course
- Marking of two past papers with detailed feedback (read here on their importance)
What Else is Included & How Much?
The 8-hour Grade 5 Music Theory Course is available for the price of 10 lessons (see current prices here). This is designed to be intensive, with each session covering the required topics in the exam. Students work directly with me on mutually agreed slots—whether to complete everything in one go or spread it over several sessions. Here’s what’s included in the package:
- 8 Hours of Live One-to-One Lessons: Conducted online via Zoom.
- Lesson Recordings for Unlimited Revision: Each lesson is recorded so students can revisit tricky areas as often as they want.
- Tailored for Advanced Learners: Designed for students with some prior theory knowledge who are ready to move quickly through the material.
- Flexible Scheduling: No fixed slots—arrange lesson times directly with me to fit mutual availability.
- Comprehensive Materials: Includes all worksheets, study resources, and revision notes (worth £150)
- Marking and Feedback: I’ll mark two practice past papers and provide detailed feedback to guide your preparation (worth £80). I can provide further papers with answers if needed, so students can mark themselves.
- Follow-up Sessions Available: If students require a little more help after the course, I’m also willing to offer follow-up one-off sessions at the going rate.
Why Take This Course?
As an intensive course, this program serves well for pupils who are keen to sail through the syllabus efficiently. If preparing for Grade 6 and above instrumental examination, where passing Grade 5 theory is a prerequisite, then this will ensure adequate preparation with no further delays.
- Personal and Efficient: This is a fully individual course—just the student and me, so I can personalise the learning experience to them.
- Focused on Exam Success: We’ll cover exactly what is needed for the exam, cutting out any unnecessary material.
- Flexible Scheduling: Arrange lessons to fit students’ availability, without being tied to fixed timetables.
Get in Touch
If you’re looking for a focused, intensive way to prepare for ABRSM Grade 5 Music Theory, this course will give you the skills and confidence to succeed. Contact me to arrange lessons and get started. With the right preparation, you’ll be ready to ace the exam and move on to your next musical goal!
