Theory & Musicianship

CMS provides theory/musicianship classes for the beginner to the advanced level student. Even though music theory is discussed to a certain degree in the student's private lesson, taking a theory/musicianship class enables the student to increase their musical knowledge and allows the private teacher to devote valuable lesson time to repertoire and technique.

 

The eight-level theory curriculum used by CMS is based on the Associated Board of Royal Schools for Music curriculum and uses the Music Theory in Practice text by Eric Taylor.  A placement exam is given prior to registration to determine which level of the curriculum is the most aprropriate.

 

Students enrolled in a year-long music theory class are automatically enrolled in the Music Certificate Program. Enrollment in each class is for the full 36-week academic year.  Classes meet for 45-minutes weekly. The cost is $75 per quarter plus the costs of materials.

 

Students may also enroll in private lessons for music theory or composition study. Lessons will be billed at the prevailing rate for 30, 45 or 60-minute private lessons.

Download
CMS Music Theory Placement Test
CMS Theory Placement Test rev2006.pdf
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2011-2012 Theory Class Schedule

Schedule is subject to change based on enrollment.  Students will be required to purchase materials for class.


Level 1 Level 2 Level 3
Tuesdays 5:30-6:15pm       Thursdays 6:30-7:15pm         Tuesdays 4:45-5:30pm  
Tuesdays 7:00-7:45pm    
Level 4 Level 5 Level 6
Monday 4:45-5:30pm Monday 6:30-7:15pm Thursday 5:45-6:30pm
  Wednesday 5:30-6:15pm