Music Theory Class
ABRSM Grade 8 Music Theory Exam Preparation Course
(Online Course via ZOOM)
Exam Dates^:
Paper Music Theory exams (Grades 6 to 8) – The next exams will be in June 2021.
The planned dates for paper-based examinations at Grades 6 to 8 will be published by ABRSM in due course. Please visit Hong Kong Examination and Assessment Authority for the most updated information.
Instructor: Ho-man Choi
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Master of Arts degree from Cambridge University and Master of Music in instrumental conducting from the Indiana University School of Music (Double Masters)
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Former Resident Conductor of Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra
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Faculty member at the Hong Kong Baptist University, teaching Instrumental and Choral Conducting, Former Associate Instructor of Music Theory at the Indiana University School of Music for undergraduate and graduate programs
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an internationally recognized teacher whose private students have been accepted into world-renowned music schools, notably to the Instrumental Conducting program (Master program) at Indiana University School of Music in successive years, and Musicology Doctoral Program at Harvard University
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co-hosted conducting workshops with Maestro Jahja Ling –Emmy-award winning conductor who holds the longest working relationship with the world-famous Cleveland Orchestra
The following course is held in form of a group class. If you are interested in taking private lessons (Grade 8 Music Theory/ AMusTCL/ Instrumental and Choral Conducting), please contact Miss Leung at 2135-9615, or whatsapp 9808-1264 for more details.
Course Overview: This real-time ZOOM online course follows the format of ABRSM Grade 8 Music Theory Exam syllabus. ABRSM Grade 8 Exam Preparation Course covers topics including Increased harmonic vocabulary & modulation, Four-part writing / keyboard style & figured bass, Completion of outline in given style
Score reading & focus on context. Students are taught to efficiently prepare for the upcoming exam in June.
Language: Cantonese as the major medium of instruction, Training Materials and Exams in English
Number of Students per Class: 2 - 6 people
Age: 12 or above (or students under the age of 12 with special permission to join)
Course Pre-requisite/ Requirement: Music Theory Grade 5 Level
Course Dates and Time:
*The course time will be changed to
5:00 – 6:30PM for MT007/ 7:30 - 9:00PM for MT008 (1.5 hour per session) if the number of students enrolled for the particular class is less than 4;
5:00 – 6:00PM for MT007/ 7:30 – 8:30PM for MT008 (1 hour per session) if the number of students enrolled for the particular class is less than 3.
Course Fees:
MT007/ MT008
$6,240 (16 sessions), Early Bird Promotion (Apply before 19 Feb 2021) : $5,600
Limited places are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Course Materials:
Students may purchase the following reference materials on their own:
ABRSM Music Theory In Practice (Grades 6,7,8)
ABRSM Theory Workbook (Grades 6,7,8)
ABRSM The AB Guide to Music Theory (Parts I and II)
ABRSM Past Papers
Staff Papers/ Manuscript book (a must)
Enquiry: 2135-9615 (Miss Leung, Miss Lo), WhatsApp 9808-1264
Application:
Please fill in our ONLINE APPLICATION FORM (you will be directed to www.paohk.com) and click “Submit”. Enrollment is not guaranteed until payment is complete. (Payment Methods)
^The examination information contained in this website is for the viewer's reference only. The announcement by the Hong Kong Examination and Assessment Authority/ ABRSM shall prevail in case of any inconsistency.