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Grade 5 Music Theory Trinity

This Grade 5 Music Theory video courses covers the Trinity syllabus in full.

Rhythm and Form

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Grade 5 Music Theory Trinity

This Grade 5 Music Theory video courses covers the Trinity syllabus in full.

Rhythm and Form

  • Time signatures of 4/2, 6/4 and 7/4

  • Time signature changes within an extract

  • Rules for grouping note and rest values within new time signatures (including grouping indications at the beginning of bars or scores, e.g. 2,3 or 3,2)

  • Grouping demisemiquavers (32nd notes) in simple and compound time

  • Semiquaver (16th note) triplets

  • The breve (double whole note)

  • Strophic, Verse and Refrain (or Chorus) and binary forms

Pitch

  • Naming and using notes in tenor clef

  • Ab, Db, E and B major keys (for all major keys for the grade: scales, key signatures, one-octave arpeggios, broken chords and tonic triads (root, first or second inversion))

  • F, Bb, C# and G# minor keys (for all minor keys for the grade: scales — natural (Aeolian mode) and harmonic and melodic, key signatures, one-octave arpeggios, broken chords and tonic triads (root, first or second inversion))

  • Identifying the key of a piece in Ab, Db, E or B major, and F, Bb, C# or G# minor

  • 2nd degree of the major/minor scale being known as the supertonic or re (major keys only)

  • Supertonic triads for all keys covered so far

  • Major/minor supertonic triad labelled:— as a chord symbol above the music (e.g. Dm in the key of C major or B dim (or B°) in the key of A minor)— as a Roman numeral below the music (e.g. ii in the key of C major or ii° (dim) in the key of A minor)

  • Recognising imperfect cadences

  • Double sharps and double flats and general enharmonic equivalents

  • Recognising and writing C and G pentatonic major scales

  • Inversions of all intervals covered in Grades 1–4 within an octave

  • Recognising and writing accented passing notes and understanding acciaccatura, appoggiatura, upper and lower mordents and trills

  • Understanding upper and lower auxiliary notes

  • Writing tonic, supertonic, subdominant, dominant or dominant 7th chords in root, first or second inversions in any key for the grade as well-balanced 4-part chords for SATB

  • Transposing a tune up or down any major, minor or perfect interval within an octave (within the keys for the grade) or for transposing instruments for the grade

  • Ranges of the alto saxophone in Eb and trumpet and clarinet in Bb as defined in the Trinity workbook

  • Concept of modulation

  • Identifying a modulation to the dominant or the relative major/minor keys

  • Musical terms and symbols

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What's inside

Learning objectives

  • Pass trinity grade 5 music theory with distinction!
  • Build on your knowledge of how music works, and how to pass the trinity exam
  • Further your skills in composition and harmony
  • Practise your skills with the included pdf, exercises and tests!

Syllabus

Introduction
Introduction to Trinity Grade 5 Music Theory
Music Theory Cheat Sheet Download
Pitch
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Double Sharps and Flats
The Tenor Clef
Rhythm
The Breve (Double Whole Note)
Demisemiquavers (32nd Notes)
Semiquaver (16th) Triplets
Unusual Time Signatures (4/2, 6/4 and 7/4)
Scales
E Major Scale
B Major Scale
G# Minor Scale
C# Minor Scale
Ab Major Scale
Db Major Scale
F Minor Scale
Bb Minor Scale
Technical Names
Scales in the Tenor Clef
Pentatonic Major Scales
Scales Reference Download
Keys
Relative Major and Minor Keys
Key Signature Patterns
The Circle of 5ths
Identifying the Key
Modulation
Identifying Modulation
Intervals and Transposition
Inverted Intervals
Transposition by Any Interval
Harmony
Chords ii and ii°
Chord Symbols Review
Imperfect Cadence
SATB Voicing (Spacing)
Writing Chords in 4-Part Harmony
Accented Passing Notes
Auxiliary Notes
Style and Form
Binary Form
Strophic Form
Verse and Refrain
Orchestration
Woodwind and Brass for Grade 5
Musical Terms and Symbols
Ornaments
Introduction to Ornaments
Acciaccatura
Appoggiatura
Mordent
Trill
Composition
Setting Words to a Rhythm - Review
2-Part Compositions with Decoration and Chord Inversions
2-Part Composition - Adding the Melody to a Bass
2-Part Composition - Adding the Bass to a Melody
Practice Test
Bonus Lesson!
Trinity Grade 5 Practice Test

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Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Trinity Grade 5 Music Theory with these activities:
Review Grade 4 Music Theory
Reinforce foundational music theory concepts covered in Grade 4 to ensure a solid understanding before tackling Grade 5 material.
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  • Review key signatures and scales from Grade 4.
  • Practice identifying intervals and chords.
  • Complete practice exercises on rhythm and time signatures.
Alfred's Essentials of Music Theory, Complete
Supplement course materials with a comprehensive music theory textbook to reinforce concepts and provide additional examples.
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  • Read assigned chapters related to current course topics.
  • Complete exercises and quizzes in the book.
  • Use the book as a reference for challenging concepts.
Scale and Arpeggio Practice
Improve technical proficiency by practicing scales and arpeggios in all keys covered in the Grade 5 syllabus.
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  • Practice major and minor scales daily.
  • Practice arpeggios in root position and inversions.
  • Use a metronome to improve timing and accuracy.
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Compose a Short Melody
Apply learned concepts by composing a short melody in one of the keys covered in the course, incorporating ornaments and modulations.
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  • Choose a key and time signature.
  • Compose a melody of 8-16 bars.
  • Incorporate ornaments and a modulation.
  • Notate the melody using music notation software or by hand.
Tonal Harmony
Deepen understanding of harmony and voice leading principles with a standard music theory textbook.
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  • Read chapters on chord progressions and voice leading.
  • Analyze musical excerpts to identify harmonic structures.
  • Complete exercises on writing chord progressions.
Analyze a Musical Score
Solidify understanding of musical form and harmony by analyzing a musical score from the Baroque or Classical period.
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  • Select a musical score in binary or strophic form.
  • Identify the key, time signature, and form of the piece.
  • Analyze the harmonic structure and chord progressions.
  • Write a short report summarizing your analysis.
Tutor a Grade 4 Student
Reinforce your own understanding by tutoring a student who is studying Grade 4 Music Theory.
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  • Offer to help a Grade 4 student with their coursework.
  • Explain concepts and answer questions.
  • Review practice tests and provide feedback.

Career center

Learners who complete Trinity Grade 5 Music Theory will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Reading list

We've selected two books that we think will supplement your learning. Use these to develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a deeper understanding of the topics covered in Trinity Grade 5 Music Theory.
Provides a comprehensive overview of music theory fundamentals, making it an excellent resource for students preparing for Grade 5 Music Theory. It covers topics such as scales, chords, rhythm, and harmony in a clear and accessible manner. It is particularly helpful for students who need to solidify their understanding of basic concepts before moving on to more advanced material. Many find this book useful as a reference tool.
Standard textbook for undergraduate music theory courses, providing a thorough grounding in tonal harmony. While it goes beyond the scope of Grade 5 Music Theory, it offers valuable insights into chord progressions, voice leading, and harmonic analysis. It is most valuable as additional reading for students who want to deepen their understanding of harmony. It is commonly used as a textbook at academic institutions.

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