Ear Training
In order to project sound properly on an instrument, it must first be heard properly in the mind. Ear training builds a student's ability to tell notes from one another, hear intonation properly and perceive intervals correctly, integrate a good sense of rhythm in to their playing, and so much more. A student who has a high level of proficiency in ear training is undoubtedly ad an advantage to learn pieces quicker, with more accuracy, and with a higher level of consistency.
LMA Core History courses are divided into groupings of levels 1-10, starting from the very beginner level, through advanced level courses. In order to take elective courses, a student must pass the 400 level exam.
Every student must take a placement exam in order to be enrolled in the appropriate level.
Ear Training 100
An introductory course covering levels 1-3 acts as the foundation for critical listening. This level covers pitch direction and patter identification, triad quality identification, rhythmic identification and clapback.
Credits: 5
Course Duration: 12 weeks
Ear Training 200
An intermediate course covering levels 4-6. This builds on skills learned in the 100 course, furthering ability to recognize rhythmic meter, patterns, pitch intervals, as well as chord and scale qualities.
Credits: 5
Course Duration: 12 weeks
Ear Training 300
In levels 7-8 continues to challenge the musical listening abilities with more complex harmonic, rhythmic, and melodic recalling exercises.
Credits: 5
Course Duration: 12 weeks
Ear Training 400
Advanced level Ear Training covering levels 9-10. Identificying pitches within cluster chords, complex polyrhythmic dictation, polyphonic dictation, and more.
Credits: 5
Course Duration: 12 weeks
Guess the Composer
A fun music listening class where students learn about differentiating styles of eras, nationalistic figures, and composers unique trademarks. After taking this course, you'll be able to pinpoints whether a piece is classical, romantic, or 20th century, what country they're from, and even identify the specific individual!
Credits: 5
Course Duration: 12 weeks
Intro. to Middle Eastern Music
A course that delves into the rich harmonic and rhythmic world of middle eastern music. Covering complex polyrhyms and ethnic patterns, as well as traditional tonality and quarter tones.
Credits: 5
Course Duration: 12 weeks