Theory
Theory and History are more than just conservatory exams! A good knowledge of theory helps students to understand the structure and history of their pieces enabling them to play with more understanding, depth and emotion. Group theory provides an opportunity for students to learn in an interactive environment, where each student contributes their questions and triumphs to help the group learn.
Basic Rudiments (Preliminary Rudiments)
Intermediate Rudiments (Grade 1 Rudiments)
Wednesdays, 6:30 to 7:15 pm; September 16, 2009 - May 12, 2010; Course fee: Two post-dated cheques, $175 each, dated Sept 1 and Jan. 1, 2010. Erin Coffey, Instructor
Advanced Rudiments (Grade 2 Rudiments)
Wednesdays, 7:15 to 8:15 pm; September 16, 2009 through May 12, 2010; Course fee: two post-dated cheques, $200 each, dated Sept. 1 and Jan. 1, 2010. Erin Coffey, Instructor
Introductory Harmony Basic Harmony (Grade 3 Harmony)
Wednesdays, 5:00 to 6:00 pm; September 30, 2009 through May 12, 2010; Course fee: three post-dated cheques, $215 each, dated Sept 1, Dec. 1 and March 1, 2010. Erin Coffey, Instructor
History 1: An Overview (Grade 3 History)
Tuesdays, 5:00 - 6:00 pm, beginning September 15; Course fee: three post-dated cheques $250 each, dated Sept. 1, Dec. 1, and March 1, 2010. Dr. Peter Nikiforuk, Instructor
Intermediate Harmony (Grade 4 Harmony)
Wednesdays 4:00 to 5:00 pm; September 30, 2009 through May 12, 2010; Course fee: three post-dated cheques, $215 each, dated Sept 1, Dec. 1 and March 1, 2010. Erin Coffey, Instructor
History 2, Early Music OR History 3, Modern Music
Whichever course show more interest wil be held. Both classes will be scheduled if there is sufficient interest.
Tuesdays, 5:00 - 6:00 pm, beginning September 15; Course fee: three post-dated cheques $250 each, dated Sept. 1, Dec. 1, and March 1, 2010. Dr. Peter Nikiforuk, Instructor
History 2: Middle Ages to Classical (Grade 4 History)
Counterpoint (Grade 4 Counterpoint)
Advanced Harmony (Grade 5 Harmony)
History 3: 19th Century to Present (Grade 5 History)
Analysis (Grade 5 Analysis)
ARCT Teacher's Written
Elementary Piano Pedagogy Written
Intermediate Piano Pedagogy Written
Advanced Piano Pedagogy Written
Private lessons are available for all grade levels and are recommended for advanced harmony.
The value of Royal Conservatory of Music Examinations is recognized by our Ontario Ministry of Education. Students who complete the following practical and theory requirements may receive up to two high school credits.
Grade 7 Practical + Intermediate (Grade 1) Rudiments = Non-Grade 12 university/college preparation credit
Grade 8 Practical + Advanced (Grade 2) Rudiments = Grade 12 university/college preparation credit
Royal Conservatory Certificate Requirements
When you have completed... You will receive a certificate for:
Grade 5 Practical and Basic Rudiments = Grade 5 Practical
Grade 6 Practical and Intermediate Rudiments = Grade 6 Practical
Grade 7 Practical and Advanced Rudiments = Grade 7 Practical
Grade 8 Practical and Advanced Rudiments = Grade 8 Practical
Grade 9 Practical, Advanced Rudiments, Basic Harmony, and History 1: An Overview = Grade 9 Practical
Grade 10 Practical, Advanced Rudiments, History 1: An Overview, Intermediate Harmony, and History 2: Middle Ages to Classical = Grade 10 Practical
ARCT Performance, Advanced Rudiments, History 1: An Overview, History 2: Middle Ages to Classical, History 3: 19th Century to Present Intermediate Harmony, Advanced Harmony, Counterpoint and Analysis = ARCT Performance
