Jennifer Morrow-Music Theory

Introduction: I began teaching music theory while attending college and have many creative teaching approaches. Don't be afraid of theory. Give me a call ! THEORY IS FOR ANYONE WHO: * wants to understand music better * wants to write songs more easily * wants to attend a music program (high school, college, workshop, etc.) * wants to learn songs faster BASICS INCLUDE * Staff, Clefs, Ledger Lines, and Grand Staff * Note Duration * Measures and Time Signature * Rest Duration * Dots and Ties * Steps and Accidentals Rhythm and Meter * Simple and Compound Meter * Odd Meter Scales and Key Signatures * The Major Scales * The Minor Scales * Scale Degrees * Key Signatures * Key Signature Calculation Intervals * Generic Intervals * Specific Intervals * Writing Intervals * Interval Inversion Chords * Introduction to Chords * Triad Inversion * Seventh Chords * Seventh Chord Inversion * Ear Training * Sight Singing JAZZ THEORY * Jazz Chord Progressions * Jazz Scales * Jazz Song Form * Lead Sheets * Rootless Chords * Terminology * Reharmonization/Chord Substitutions * Evolution of Jazz Theory LOCATION: I teach traditional classical theory and elementary jazz theory by phone, in my studio, or a mutually convenient location within about 10 miles of downtown Pittsburgh. AVAILABILITY: I am available mornings, days, and evenings, every day of the week (usually by appointment). Please call, text, or email if you have any questions. LEVELS OF TUTORING: Early Development (Ages 4-6) Elementary (Ages 6-14) Secondary (Ages 14-18) College/University Casual Private tutoring or groups