Why study music theory?
Music theory is the study of ideas that help us understand, analyze, and create music. In other words, it explains what music does and what’s going on when we hear it.
Music theory defines the elements that form harmony, melody, and rhythm, identifies compositional elements (such as notes, chords, tempo, key signatures, intervals, scales, and song forms), and explains musical qualities (such as pitch, tone, timbre, texture, dynamics, and more).
Music theory classes are open to TYSA students, parents, and anyone in the community who wishes to explore music theory!
Have questions about which level of theory class is best for you? Please email info@tysamusic.org.
Class Times
Music Theory 1
Saturdays, 11:00-12:00 (most appropriate for students in TSS and TASO)
Music Theory 2
Saturdays, 12:30-1:30 (most appropriate for students in TWP, TSP, and TJYS)
Music Theory 3
Saturdays, 1:00-2:00 (most appropriate for students in TYS)
Music Theory 4
Saturdays, 12:15-1:15 (most appropriate for parents and adult learners)
Class Locations
All rooms are located within the Jones Building of the Tacoma City Theaters. The Jones Building is located at 901 Broadway, Tacoma, WA 98402.
Music Theory 1
4th Floor Conference Room
Music Theory 2
4th Floor Conference Room
Music Theory 3
BCC1
Music Theory 4
Room 303
Class Tuition
$200 for approximately twenty-four classes (September–April)
Class Schedule
Classes take place most Saturdays, with the first class held on September 14 and the final class held on April 26. A full class schedule will be distributed to participants after completing registration and payment.
Instructors
Dr. Loma Cobbs: Music Theory 1, Music Theory 2
Dr. James Welsch: Music Theory 3
Mr. Tommy Hawthorne: Music Theory 4
