Autumn Term 2024 - Introduction to Music Theory

Are you interested in music theory? Would you like to learn and master various music-related knowledge in a systematic way, and potentially pass the ABRSM exam? Now is the time to join our Music Theory short course.

Course Introduction:

• Taught by music experts from the industry, the teaching content is fully up-to-date, ensuring students have a firm grasp of music theory knowledge
• For Mandarin speakers, we provide a unique bilingual teaching approach, to make the learning experience more relaxed and native
• The content will cover ABRSM music theory from Grade 1 to Grade 5 - the students will start from scratch and systematically build up their music fundamentals and skills

Why Take this Course:

• It helps students to master basic music theory knowledge, bring their music theory knowledge to their desired level, and simultaneously improve non-native speakers' English proficiency
• Lay a solid foundation for future music learning and career development
• After completing the course, the students will have the capability to register for the ABRSM music theory exam and obtain an internationally recognized music certificate

Date and Time:

Tuesday, 1 October 2024 17:30 - Tuesday 10 December 2024 18:30
(No classes during reading week, w/c 4 November)

Discount:

Goldsmiths offers a 15% concession rate on short courses to Lewisham Local cardholders.

The following participants are eligible to receive a 15% discount. Concessions are available for Goldsmiths’ staff and students, over 60s, Jobseeker’s Allowance and Income Support claimants.

Disability Support:

We are committed to providing reasonable teaching adjustments for students with disabilities that may impact on their learning experience. If you require adjustments, please complete the relevant section on the booking form and also contact us at [email protected] so we can respond to your requests as soon as possible.

Disclaimer:

If you are undertaking an in-person course, please note that we may need to move the course online due to any unforeseen circumstances. Please note that no refunds are issued for moving courses online.

Lecturer Introduction:

Bo Wang, born in China, gained his first Masters degree in Musicology from Beijing Normal University in 2008 and won a gold medal at the Fifth Singapore International Music and Dance Competition. He went on to study voice and opera at the Royal Northern College of Music. In 2011 he graduated with distinction in a second Masters degree in Solo Performance and was awarded the John Cameron Prize for Lieder. He was supported with a full scholarship from the ABRSM. Bo was recipient of the Gil Rodriguez Scholarship Award in 2016 and he was an Iford Festival Young Artist 2018. Operatically Bo has performed for English National Opera, Garsington Opera, Opera Holland Park, Opera Rara , Opera de Bauge, King’s College Choir Cambridge and BBC Proms. Bo is also a regular soloist on the international concert platform in repertoire ranging from Baroque to contemporary. His recent engagements include Royal Festival Hall, Royal Albert Hall, Manchester Bridgewater Hall and Beijing Forbidden City Concert Hall. Bo is also the artistic director of the London Chinese Philharmonic Choir which has premiered a number of Chinese choral works in the UK.

Host or Publisher Goldsmiths Confucius Institute for Dance and Performance, University of London