DLI - Prototype - One Module

Theory to Fretboard

Demistifying Music Theory for Guitarists

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

Navigating The Course

Course Overview

Starter Activity

Starter Activity

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Scales

“It is a set of tones from which you can build melodies and harmonies. The tones of a scale are ordered according to their pitch.” (Earmaster 2019)

The Major Scale

Major Scale Exercise

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Module Recap

Module One

Welcome!

Major Sixth

This distance between the Root and the sixth degree of the Major Scale is know as the Major sixth

Fun Fact

Perfect Fith

The distance between the Root and the fith degree of the Major Scale is know as the perfect fith.

End of Module Exam

Well done on completing all the activities so far! This module will conclude with a multiple-choice quiz. We recommend aiming for at least 80% correct answers before moving on to Module Two. Good luck!

End of Module Exam

Well done on completing all the activities so far! This module will conclude with a multiple-choice quiz. We recommend aiming for at least 80% correct answers before moving on to Module Two. Good luck!

Intervals ................

Major Seventh

This distance between the Root and the Seventh degree of the Major Scale is known as the Major seventh.

Definition of a scale

Fun Fact

Perfect Fith

The distance between the Root and the fith degree of the Major Scale is know as the perfect fith.

The Major Scale

In this course, we will focus on the major scale, which forms the foundation of much of Western music. Comprising seven notes, you may recognise it through the solfège method: do, re, mi, fa, sol, la, ti, do. The image on the screen illustrates the seven degrees of the C Major scale, including their tonalities and note names. The distance between two notes is referred to as an interval. Click on each of the interactive buttons to explore how each interval sounds and learn the correct terminology.

Major Second

This distance between the Root and the Second degree of the Major Scale is know as the Major Second.

Major Sixth

This distance between the Root and the sixth degree of the Major Scale is know as the Major sixth

Perfect Fith

Fun Fact

The distance between the Root and the fith degree of the Major Scale is know as the perfect fith.

Major Third

This distance between the Root and the third degree of the Major Scale is know as the Major third

Module One Recap

Let’s recap everything we have covered in module 2 by clicking each of the interactive buttons on the amplifier. Once completed, click next to return to the main menu

Scales

The term scale originates from the Latin word scalae, meaning "ladder." This analogy effectively illustrates the ascending and descending nature of scales in music. Additionally, scales can be thought of as the building blocks of the musical language, much like an alphabet. Click the audio symbols below to listen to three distinct examples of scales. Once completed, Click the next arrow to continue

Major Second

This distance between the Root and the Second degree of the Major Scale is know as the Major Second.

Definition of a scale

Major Seventh

This distance between the Root and the Seventh degree of the Major Scale is known as the Major seventh.

End of Module Exam

Well done on completing all the activities so far! This module will conclude with a multiple-choice quiz. We recommend aiming for at least 80% correct answers before moving on to Module Two. Good luck!

Perfect 4th

This distance between the Root and the fouth degree of the Major Scale is know as the Perfect fourth..

Welcome to Tremolo Guitar School: Theory to Fretboard!

This course is designed to break down music theory in a way that makes sense for guitarists like you. Whether you're just starting your guitar journey or looking to sharpen your skills, you'll gain the knowledge and tools needed to elevate your playing and reach your full potential. Hit the 'Next' arrow on the right of the screen to start your musical journey today!"

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Major Scale Exercise

Let’s test your knowledge so far. Using the blank image displayed on the screen, drag and drop each note name, scale degree, and tonality into the correct order. Click the "Answer" button to check how many you answered correctly. Once you have completed the activity, click the "Next" button to continue.

Unison

This distance between the first degree and the first degree of the Major Scale is known as Unison S

Unison

This distance between the first degree and the first degree of the Major Scale is known as Unison S

Major Third

This distance between the Root and the third degree of the Major Scale is know as the Major third

Intervals ................

Navigation

Throughout this course, you will engage with interactive features to play audio, gain additional insights, test your skills, and navigate the course elements. Hover your cursor over the examples provided to familiarise yourself with the setup. When you’re ready to proceed, click the next arrow on the right-hand side of the screen.

“HARMONY IS CREATED WHEN TWO OR MORE NOTES ARE PLAYED SIMULTANEOUSLY (...) AT ITS MOST BASIC DEFINITION, HARMONY OCCURS ANY TIME MORE THAN ONE NOTE IS PLAYED AT THE SAME TIME” (HOFFMAN ACADEMY 2021)

Major Second

This distance between the Root and the Second degree of the Major Scale is know as the Major Second.

End of Module Exam

Well done on completing all the activities so far! This module will conclude with a multiple-choice quiz. We recommend aiming for at least 80% correct answers before moving on to Module Two. Good luck!

End of Module Exam

Well done on completing all the activities so far! This module will conclude with a multiple-choice quiz. We recommend aiming for at least 80% correct answers before moving on to Module Two. Good luck!

Intervals ................

Major Third

This distance between the Root and the third degree of the Major Scale is know as the Major third

Major Sixth

This distance between the Root and the sixth degree of the Major Scale is know as the Major sixth

Major Third

This distance between the Root and the third degree of the Major Scale is know as the Major third

Unison

This distance between the first degree and the first degree of the Major Scale is known as Unison S

End of Module Exam

Well done on completing all the activities so far! This module will conclude with a multiple-choice quiz. We recommend aiming for at least 80% correct answers before moving on to Module Two. Good luck!

Major Seventh

This distance between the Root and the Seventh degree of the Major Scale is known as the Major seventh.

Major Sixth

This distance between the Root and the sixth degree of the Major Scale is know as the Major sixth

Stay Tuned

By completing this course, you'll not only gain a solid grasp of music theory but also unlock access to exclusive additional resources and further reading materials. These will deepen your understanding and support your ongoing musical journey.

Definition of a scale

End of Module Exam

Well done on completing all the activities so far! This module will conclude with a multiple-choice quiz. We recommend aiming for at least 80% correct answers before moving on to Module Two. Good luck!

Definition of a scale

Starter Activity

How well do you know your song intros? Let’s find out! Click each of the audio symbols to listen to the first two melody notes of six songs. You can then arrange the assorted list of song titles on the right into the correct order. Once you’ve completed this, click the next arrow to continue.

Perfect 4th

This distance between the Root and the fouth degree of the Major Scale is know as the Perfect fourth..

Learning Objectives

To transport your understanding from current knowledge to a clear understanding, this course aims to provide you with learning outcomes. You can read about these outcomes by hovering your cursor over each headstock of the guitars pictured. When you’re ready, click Next to continue

Perfect 4th

This distance between the Root and the fouth degree of the Major Scale is know as the Perfect fourth..

End of Module Exam

Well done on completing all the activities so far! This module will conclude with a multiple-choice quiz. We recommend aiming for at least 80% correct answers before moving on to Module Two. Good luck!

Perfect 4th

This distance between the Root and the fouth degree of the Major Scale is know as the Perfect fourth..

Major Second

This distance between the Root and the Second degree of the Major Scale is know as the Major Second.

Course Overview

This course is made up of 5 modules and a final exam. You can reveal the title of each module by hovering your cursor over each of the guitar amplifiers. When you are ready, click on a module to begin starting with module one.

Unison

This distance between the first degree and the first degree of the Major Scale is known as Unison S

Definition of a scale

Fun Fact

Perfect Fith

The distance between the Root and the fith degree of the Major Scale is know as the perfect fith.

Major Seventh

This distance between the Root and the Seventh degree of the Major Scale is known as the Major seventh.