Course Description: Explore classical music interpretation through a Montessori-style approach. This course equips musicians at any stage with practical music theory skills, enhancing performance through self-paced learning. Focus on score reading, ear training, and musical analysis to enrich your musical expression, and take your concerts to the next level.

The curriculum will cover foundational topics such as key and time signatures, intervals, rhythmic patterns, chords, and basic harmonic progressions. Additionally, students will be introduced to Roman numeral analysis, an essential tool for understanding the structure of tonal music. Students will have access to individual packets that allow for exploration and mastery of these concepts.

The Montessori approach encourages independence and self-directed learning, so students will have the flexibility to engage with the material according to their own pace and learning preferences. There will also be opportunities for full-class discussions and occasional lectures, where the instructor will introduce key ideas and answer questions, allowing for both individual exploration and group learning.

The class is led by Alan Wang, an experienced musician and teacher, who has created a curriculum that encourages students to develop both their theoretical knowledge and ear training skills.

Throughout the course, students will be supported by their teacher, who will offer guidance, personalized feedback, and encouragement to ensure that each student develops a strong and individualized understanding of music theory.