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Learn Music Theory

Understand the big-picture: fill in the gaps in your musical knowledge

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Music theory is the heart of understanding music. Knowing how music works helps you play more sensitively, appreciate music and its context more, and can help you to compose music yourself. It enables you to understand what is really happening in the music you play. Learn the secrets of music, and how to apply them.

How would you like to learn?

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Short Workshops for Adults

One-session classes, generally 2-3 hours, covering specific topics about music theory. Dip your toe into the water, and begin to discover the secrets of how music works.
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Music Theory Classes for Adults

Short, intensive courses in small friendly groups of adults, generally two hours a week for eight weeks, or two Saturdays. Grades 1 to 6, held online or at Susan’s studio in Leichhardt.
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One-to-One Theory Lessons

Learn at your own pace. Private lessons in music theory, tailored to your goals. For children or adults.
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General Knowledge Workshops for Teenagers

Half and full day workshops for students aged 12-18. Truly understand the music you play (and nail your exam general knowledge as well)

Coming Soon

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Music Courses Coming Soon

Find out what lectures and courses are coming up in the next few months

For Music Teachers

Never enough time for theory? Send your students to Susan for classes and individual lessons in theory, ear training and general knowledge. Adults and kids welcome. Contact Susan to find out more.

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What people say

“Susan’s knowledge, obvious love of music and her warm and helpful style were very much appreciated. Thank you for helping to unravel what was previously a complete mystery to me!” - Leslee, North Rocks

“A major plus was the obvious enthusiasm and ability you have to explain”

“The knowledge and skills gained were immediately useful to my musical performance. This course answered many of those lingering questions that, as a self-taught musician, I’ve had for many years about how music ‘works’” - Colin, Ashfield

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About Susan Deas

Susan Deas is a professional musician, lecturer and teacher. She has been teaching piano for over twenty years, and her students learn both classical and contemporary styles, including playing by ear and improvisation. Susan also gives professional development workshops and lessons to private music teachers. She performs professionally as a pianist and organist, and lectures in music theory and music appreciation. Susan’s training includes a Bachelor of Music with a major in Performance (Piano) and Musicology, a Master of Music Studies (Studio Pedagogy), a Bachelor of Arts (Communications), and an A.Mus.A in Musicianship. Susan is an Accredited Member of the Music Teachers’ Association of NSW.

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Read what people have said about Susan’s other courses

Susan’s other music courses

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