MIONLINE SHORT COURSE

Harmony & Theory – Level 1: Introduction to Major Scales

i COURSE OVERVIEW

Starting Date
April 20, 2026
Tuition
$575
Level
Beginner
Duration
4 weeks
This course provides a foundational overview of harmony and music theory through the study of major scales and intervals. Students explore the construction of major scales, the identification and classification of intervals, and their role in shaping melody and harmony. Emphasis is placed on both theoretical understanding and practical application, helping students develop listening skills, analytical abilities, and a strong musical foundation for further study and performance.

i YOU’LL LEARN TO

- Understanding the structure and construction of major scales.
- Learning intervals and their role in defining the distance between notes.
- Exploring how scales and intervals form the basis of melody.
- Studying the role of intervals and scales in harmony and chord construction.
- Developing aural skills to recognize intervals and scale patterns.
- Applying knowledge to musical analysis of compositions.
- Using concepts for composition and improvisation.
- Strengthening performance skills through practical application of scales and intervals.

i LESSON GUIDE

This topic covers the structure of the major scale, including whole steps and half steps, the use of accidentals, enharmonic equivalents, and an introduction to sharp and flat key signatures.

  • Understanding the major scale structure
  • Whole step and half step patterns
  • Using accidentals and enharmonic equivalents
  • Identifying sharp and flat key signatures

i INSTRUCTOR

GERMAN SCHAUSS

GERMAN SCHAUSS

German Schauss is a guitarist, composer, author, and educator. German is known for his technical and musical guitar abilities in the rock and pop genre, and has released several acclaimed solo albums; one album was released on Steve...
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