Theory · Online or in person

Theory & Grade 5 crash course

Focused theory lessons that build the knowledge behind your playing, from early grades to Grade 5.

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Who it is for

Early grades

Building solid foundations: note values, time signatures, keys and scales.

Grade 5 candidates

Everything you need for Grade 5 theory, in a focused course.

Stuck on a topic

A deep dive on the one thing you find hard.

What you get

  • Clear explanations, then practice exercises.
  • Focused courses, not endless lessons.
  • Grade 5 theory is needed before ABRSM practical grades 6 to 8.
  • Counts towards a DofE Skills route if you wish.

Prices

Grade 1 to 3 Booster

Three hours
  • Early theory foundations£140

Grade 5 Crash Course

Six hours
  • Everything for Grade 5 theory£300

Theory Masterclass

Two hours
  • A deep dive on a topic you find hard£120

Lessons are one to one, online or in person. Home visits are possible within an hour’s drive, with travel charged at £25 an hour, so online is usually quicker and cheaper.

How it works

  1. Get in touchTell me the grade you are aiming for and where you are now.
  2. PlanWe agree a focused plan.
  3. LearnLessons with exercises to practise.
  4. Sit the examGo in prepared.

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Questions

Which exam board?

Tell me the board and syllabus when you enquire and I will plan around it.

Can I just do one topic?

Yes. The Theory Masterclass is a deep dive on a single topic.

Does it count for DofE?

It can. See the DofE Skills page for the official lengths.

Get theory sorted

Tell me your grade and how long you have.

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