GRADE 3 MUSIC THEORY ONLINE COURSE
Build a solid understanding of Music Theory in just 177 minutes and beat your Grade 3 Online Exam.
The Grade 3 Music Theory course does not let beginners fall behind and provides an interactive learning experience.
There is no need to feel intimidated, the lectures are stress-free and easy to follow. We keep first timers in mind, so no prior knowlegde is required.
Be on your way to master Grade 3 music theory in no time by following our guidance.
Study Grade 3 in under 3 hours!
GRADE 3 MUSIC THEORY
This course serves as a self-guided resource for students to expand their knowledge on music theory. The ABRSM and Trinity College Grade 3 music theory materials have been integrated into 70 tutorial videos, one tuition book, and plenty of self-assessment quizzes.
Rely on our professional experience steer you clear of the usual mistakes as you navigate the twists and turns of the Grade 3 music theory.
Interactive Tutorials
The main reason why our courses are different from others is because our lectures are animated tutorials. Lessons are taught in the same way tutors usually do in a school environment, but changed from the old classroom to a modern virtual space.
After each module, students may put the contents learn into practice with up-to-date music theory quizzes.
The Book for Grade 3 Music Theory
The grade 3 music theory book serves as an accompanying tuition book that supports students in their learning of music theory. Organized according to the video lectures, it makes it easy to follow along.
It can be downloaded as an eBook, or purchased in a printed paperback form, allowing students to annotate as they watch.
Benefit from working through the material at your own pace or use the book as a reference later on.
Instant Feedback
Sometimes music theory is labelled as tedious but the enjoyable side comes after learning the rules themselves.
After completing each module. pupils will put their knowledge to the test. Our self-grading quizzes updated to the latest model answers will deliver contructive feedback in a split-second.
There is also a comments section where students can submit their questions to the teachers.
Have you never studied music theory before?
Keep theory on the same level as your instrument.
REASONS TO ENROLL THIS MUSIC THEORY COURSE
Updated Grade 3 Syllabus
Worried about the new ABRSM and Trinity College syllabus?
Rest assured! Our teachers stay up-to-date on the latest changes and update this course to comply with the latest syllabus requirements.
Music Theory Online Format
Although music theory exams have been traditionally done in person and in paper, online learning has taken over! As it is time to adapt to the new online assessments, we have designed this course to equip students with everything you need to know.
Limitless Access
Music theory is a critical component of any musician’s education. If you’re serious about it, then lifetime access to an online course is the way to go. This course allows you to learn at your own pace, accessing the material with no time limits.
Advantages of this Grade 3 Course
No time limits: stay as long as you need!
Short and to the point tutorials
Self-paced course: rewatch on and on
Login from laptop or mobile phone
High quality video productions
No fear of the new online exams
Ready to take your music theory knowledge to the next level?
What’s Included?
Online Course
70 lectures- 177 minutes on-demand video
- Self-grading quizzes
- Free Mock test
- Ask questions
Bundle
Online Course + Textbook- 81 lectures
- 177 minutes on-demand video
- Self-grading quizzes
- Free Mock test
- Free Sample Exam Paper
- Ask questions
- Downloadable eBook
Textbook
- 15 chapters
- 275+ pages
- eBook or Paperback
- Self-grading quizzes
- Free Mock test
GRADE 3 MUSIC THEORY CONTENTS
There are numerous music organizations that certify musicians all around the globe. Based in London, ABRSM and Trinity College of Music are two of the main examination boards.
This online program compiles all of ABRSM and Trinity College’s latest music theory information, as of 2022.
Notation
♦ The Music Stave
♦ The Grand Stave
♦ Parts of a Note
♦ Writing Notes
◊ Drawing note-heads or semibreves
◊ Drawing stems
◊ Drawing tails
Clefs
♦ The Treble Clef
♦ The Bass Clef
♦ Writing changes of clefs
♦ Pitch
♦ Ledger Lines
Time Values
♦ Note Values
♦ Rest Values
◊ Drawing rests
♦ Music Note Tree
♦ Dotted Values
◊ Drawing Dots
♦ Dotted rests values
♦ Triplets
◊ How to write triplets
♦ Bars and bar lines
♦ Ties and slurs
◊ Lengthening weak beats
◊ Accidentals on tied notes
Time Signatures
♦ Simple Time
◊ Common time and Alla breve
♦ Compound Time
♦ Time signatures accentuation
♦ Changes of time signatures
♦ Confusing time signatures
◊ 3/4 and 6/8
◊ 6/4 and 12/8
◊ 4/4 and 2/2
♦ Rewriting music in a new time signature
◊ From 4/4 to 4/2
◊ From 3/4 to 3/8
◊ From 3/2 to 3/4
◊ From 2/2 to 2/4
◊ Converting simple to compound
◊ Converting compound to simple
Grouping
♦ Beaming foundation
◊ Notes with the same number of flags
◊ Notes with different number of flags
◊ Dotted notes
♦ Time signatures with a crotchet beat
◊ Beaming Quavers
◊ Beaming Semiquavers
◊ Beaming Dotted Rhythms
◊ Avoid ties
◊ Syncopation
◊ Rests in 2/4, 3/4, 4/4
♦ Time signatures with a minim beat
◊ Beaming quavers and semiquavers in 2/2, 3/2, 4/2
◊ Rests in 2/2, 3/2, 4/2
◊ Avoid ties
♦ Time signatures with a quaver beat
◊ Beaming quavers and semiquavers in 3/8
◊ Rests in 3/8
♦ Grouping Rests – General rules
◊ Whole Bar Rest
◊ Grouping rests shorter than a beat
♦ Grouping in Compound Time
◊ Grouping quavers
◊ Grouping longer values
◊ Dotted crotchet rests
◊ Quaver rests
◊ Semiquaver rests
Accidentals
♦ Writing an accidental
♦ Cancelling an accidental
Key and Key Signatures
Scales
♦ Tones and Semitones
♦ Major Scales
◊ Grade 3 Major scales
◊ Descending Major Scales
♦ Degrees
♦ Minor scales
◊ Grade 3 minor scales
◊ Descending minor scales
Chords
♦ Tonic Triad
♦ Chord inversions
♦ Dominant triads
◊ Dominant triads in Major Keys
◊ Dominant triads in Minor Keys
♦ Chord progressions
♦ 4 Part Chords
♦ Perfect Cadences
♦ Arpeggios
◊ Broken chords
Intervals
♦ Harmonic and Melodic
♦ Measuring Intervals by number
◊ Intervals and Accidentals
◊ Unison and Octave
♦ Measuring intervals by quality
◊ Major and minor 2nds
◊ Major and minor 3rds
◊ Perfect 4ths
◊ Perfect 5ths
◊ Major and minor 6ths
◊ Major and minor 7ths
◊ Octaves (8ves)
◊ Grade 3 Intervals
Musical Analysis
♦ Simple phrase structure
♦ Similar and contrary motion
Ostinato
♦ Sequences
◊ Real Sequences
◊ Tonal Sequences
Transposition
Composition
♦ Writing a bass line
♦ Writing a tune
Performance Directions
♦ Dynamics
♦ Tempo
◊ Tempo Markings
◊ Tempo Changes
◊ Metronome Marks
♦ Articulation
◊ Legato
◊ Staccato
◊ Accent
◊ Tenuto
◊ Sforzando
◊ Marcato
◊ Legato-staccato
◊ Staccatissimo
♦ Repeat Marks
◊ Repeat Signs
◊ First and second time bar
◊ Da Capo al Fine
◊ Dal Segno
♦ Expression Terms
◊ Cantabile
◊ Dolce
◊ Espressivo
◊ Giocoso
◊ Grazioso
◊ Maestoso
♦ Other signs and terms
◊ Octave
◊ Fermata
◊ Bowings
◊ Anacrusis
◊ Other terms
◊ Musical Vocabulary
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FAQ
How do I access the course?
Click “Enroll Course” and set up an account during checkout. Enter an email address and set a new password. After the order has been completed, go to our website menu and select ”My Account” then use the same credentials to access the course.
Is the Textbook essential?
Having a course written outline at hand is a lot more efficient. The Grade 3 music theory book is can be downloaded as an eBook or as a paperback book and it also comes with QR-enabled quiz access.
Can I learn music theory by myself?
Reading through the Grade 3 textbook can help you learn music theory for yourself. Access to the video tutorials is key as the instructor goes through the most common mistakes.
Are you also thinking of signing up for the Grade 2 assessment? Make sure to accustom yourself to the new online format as paper exams are no longer offered.
Can I skip the quizzes?
For these test results to be useful, all students are encouraged to take all grade 3 quizzes before the exam’s day.
Can I request a teacher for assistance?
Yes, you can message us anytime when learning. Just type your question at the bottom field of the learning mode.
What's my level?
Attempt it out by taking this Grade 2 mock exam quizzes. See how your understanding of music theory fares against your knowledge.
1-on-1 live lessons are available too. For further grades, please sign up here to register your interest or contact the Academy.
Our Music Theory Courses
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What grade are you in?
Put your music theory into practice with this quiz and find out what music theory course is your best fit.
Book your exam
After your course ends, we recommend you to sign up for a Grade 3 music theory online exam at the ABRSM or Trinity College London sites.
Proceed to Grade 4
Are you excited to move to the next level? Challenge yourself with the Grade 4 and keep developing your theory knowledge.