Understand the language of music. We offer Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced music theory instruction.
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Learn to read music, understand rhythm, and identify intervals, scales, and basic chords. We build a strong foundation so you can connect what you hear to what’s on the page. No prior theory knowledge needed.
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Go deeper into harmony, chord progressions, key signatures, and song structure. Learn to analyze the music you play and start understanding why certain sounds work together.
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Explore advanced harmony, counterpoint, modal interchange, and form analysis. Whether you’re preparing for college-level study or want to deepen your understanding as a performer, we tailor lessons to your goals.
Starting from $90
Book a LessonAt ND Music Academy, every session is personalized to match your learning style. We use structured routines, visual aids, positive reinforcement, and flexible pacing—developed through our experience teaching neurodivergent students but beneficial for every learner.
Whether you're neurotypical, neurodivergent, or anywhere in between, you'll find a comfortable, judgment-free space to grow as a musician.
Common questions about music theory lessons at ND Music Academy.
No—music theory doesn’t require an instrument. That said, piano is especially helpful since it’s essentially music theory laid out on a keyboard. Playing an instrument alongside theory lessons also keeps the material from feeling too dry and makes concepts stick faster.
Music theory is full of patterns and rules, which many neurodivergent students find satisfying and intuitive. One thing we pay close attention to is making sure foundational concepts are solid before moving on, since gaps can make it harder to progress. We also like to pair theory with hands-on playing so the material stays engaging rather than abstract.
Music theory covers the nuts and bolts of how music works—scales, chords, rhythm, and structure. Composition uses that knowledge to create original music, and goes further into instrument ranges, transposition, and notational standards. They’re very different subjects, but composition relies heavily on a solid understanding of music theory.
Absolutely. When you understand theory, you can quickly spot patterns and memorize music far more easily. Without it, you’re stuck seeing things on a smaller level. We often compare it to learning to read paragraphs instead of single letters—theory lets you see the big picture.
Yes. We offer Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced music theory instruction in Sherman Oaks, serving all of Los Angeles. No prior theory experience is needed. New students receive 50% off their first 3 lessons.
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