ZO!
Piano Theory 101
with Zo!
Piano Theory with Zo! offers a comprehensive and interactive exploration into the fundamentals of music theory by building skills in and based around note and chord identification, finger dexterity, practice techniques, key identification and basic music notation. Topics to be covered include: Major vs. minor scales, chords, intervals, circle of fifths and the basics music reading. This course genuinely captures the vastness of piano theory knowledge as it relates to modern music. Thus ensuring that by its completion, all students walk away with a solid foundation and understanding of various essential concepts.
Course Level
Beginner – Intermediate
No prior formal piano education required, but a basic familiarity with the keyboard layout is helpful.
Course Dates
Every Tuesday for 6 weeks starting September 30th, 2025. It concludes on Tuesday, November 4th, 2025
Course Times
12:00 PM – 1:30 PM Eastern Standard Time (EST)
Course Type
Special Topic
Instructed by individuals who offer a dynamic exchange of skill-building and experimental pedagogy, with a focus on practical and creative application.
Course Requirements
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A working keyboard (preferably 61 keys or greater)
Textbook Required:
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Alfred’s Basic Adult All-In-One Course: Book 1 (Comb Bound)
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Available via Alfred Music and Amazon
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, students will have demonstrated a solid understanding of foundational music theory concepts and the ability to apply those concepts in their own creative or performance practice.
Learning Objectives
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Understand foundational music theory principles, including note identification, intervals, time signatures, and key signatures
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Differentiate between major and minor scales and chords, and recognize advanced chord types such as diminished, augmented, 7th, 9th, 11th, 13th, and suspended chords
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Construct scales and chords using the Circle of Fifths and understand relative keys and modes
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Read basic music notation and identify musical elements such as treble and bass clefs, sharps, flats, and note durations
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Build finger dexterity through targeted exercises and implement proper practice techniques
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Analyze theory within modern songs and apply it to create original chord progressions and melodies
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Determine the key of a song and apply techniques such as chord inversions and slash chords effectively
Price
Regular Price: $399 USD
Current Early Bird Price: $299 USD
As low as $28.56/month with financing options available.
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