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    Learn the bases of western music theory through practice: theory made fun!

    Bases of western music theory made fun, aka. "Theory in practice"

    I propose to teach the western music theory that is often obscure and very theoretical, in a new, fun, easy and refreshing way: directly through practice, via listening, singing, playing.

    This course adresses the basics for young learners at music school and conservatory level, or for adults of all ages with little music knowledge who want to start understanding music better.

    It focuses on the western classical theoretical framework, which is applicable to classical, pop, rock, jazz, and most of the styles of modern western music.

    Extra information

    It is a plus if you already play an instrument or sing. If not, we will find out together what fits you more for the purpose of this course: piano, guitar, singing, or a mix of all three.

    Location

    At student's location: Around Helsinki, Finland
    Online via webcam
    At teacher's location: Musiikkitalo, Töölönlahdenkatu, Helsinki, Finland

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    General info

    Age:
    Children (7-12 years old)
    Teenagers (13-17 years old)
    Adults (18-64 years old)
    Seniors (65+ years old)
    Student level:
    Beginner
    Intermediate
    Duration:
    45 minutes
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    90 minutes
    The class is taught in:English, Finnish, French

    About Me

    I am a French scientist and musician. I first graduated as a Physics teacher in France (agregation de sciences physiques), and then pursued into research and teaching with a Master and then a PhD in acoustics.

    I have 10+ years experience in teaching classes, and I tutored students in maths, physics and chemistry from elementary level to university level.

    Education

    PhD in Acoustics, 2012, Aix-Marseille University (France)
    Master of Acoustics, 2007, Aix-Marseille University (France)
    Agregation de Sciences Physiques, 2006, Paris (France)
    M. Sc. of Phsyics, 2005, ENS Cachan (France)
    B. Sc. of Physics, 2004, ENS Cachan (France)
    B. Sc. Mechanical Engineering, ENS Cachan (France)

    Experience / Qualifications

    Places where I taught:
    - Lycee Louis-le-Grand, Paris
    - Aix-Marseille University
    - Ecole federale polytechnique de Lausanne (Switzerland)
    - Ecole Centrale de Lyon (France)
    - Private tutoring
    With these lessons, you will discover how practice becomes fun. No more boring exercise, everything is based and linked to actual music. Enjoy your instrument, progress towards the goals you set for yourself, and let your love for music and your instrument grow. From very beginner to intermediate and advance learners, I will guide you through your learning path, finding together what works best for you, what style of exercise fits you, until you can fly on your own.
    I propose taylor-made tutoring / private lessons for students who wants to make the most out of their studies at university: up to Bachelor level in Maths and Chemistry, and up to Master level in Physics and Mechanical Engineering. It may also fit other people who already have a good high-school level in sciences and want to learn more about a specific domain of science that I cover. We will design together a learning plan based on your needs and interests. My philosophy: learning can and should be fun. I can teach in English, or in French.
    I propose taylor-made tutoring / private lessons for all ages and all levels (up to Baccalaureate), in all specialities of physics and chemistry, as well as mathematics. Whether it's for helping your children make it through school, or you are catching up with your old time studies in a discipline you haven't used for a long time, or you are simply a very enthousiast novice who wants to learn new skills in science, we will design together a learning plan based on your needs and interests. My philosophy: learning can and should be fun. I can teach in English, in French, or suomeksi!

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