Ear Training – Track 1

Improve your musical ear with this learning track. Progressively learn how to hear intervals, triads, and 7th chords to develop your musicianship.

Section 1

Ear Training Basics

Learn the building blocks of ear training with intervals and triads.

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Ear Training – Interval Crash Course

Train your ear the easy way by connecting musical sounds to songs you already know, like "Amazing Grace." This playful, ear-opening workshop helps you hear music more clearly, one small step at a time.

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Ear Training With Triads 1

Learn to hear the difference between happy-sounding major chords and darker minor chords, then follow the chord changes in songs you already know. This approachable, empowering workshop gives you a step-by-step process for training your ear.

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Ear Training With Triads 2

Take your ear training further by learning to recognize chords even when their notes are rearranged. This progressive, satisfying workshop uses beloved songs like "Scarborough Fair," "Danny Boy" and "House of the Rising Sun."

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Section 2

Ear Training - Next Steps

Expand your ability to hear 7th chords.

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Ear Training With 7th Chords 1

In this workshop, we'll explore ear training with 7th chords. We'll review the sounds of major 7th chords, minor 7th chords, and dominant 7th chords. Then we'll go through song examples and learn to identify chords that fit with each melody.

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Ear Training With 7th Chords 2

In this workshop, we'll explore ear training with 7th chords. We'll review the sounds of major 7th chords, minor 7th chords, and dominant 7th chords - plus their inversions. Then we'll go through song examples and learn to identify the melody, add in the bass, and fill in the missing harmony.

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Ear Training With Holiday Songs 1

In this workshop, we'll learn how to play holiday tunes by ear. We’ll master the melodies, chords, bass notes, harmonies, and apply various accompaniment techniques.

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Ear Training With Holiday Songs 2

In this workshop, we’ll take some classic holiday tunes and learn to identify the melodies, 7th chords, and inner voicings. Then we’ll apply various styles to each tune. By the end of the lesson, you’ll be able to sit at the piano and entertain your friends & family for the holidays!

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Ear Training
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Learning Focus
  • Learn how to hear and remember intervals
  • Focus on the root movement to identify chords
  • Build confidence identifying chords and inversions
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Improve your musical ear with this learning track. Progressively learn how to hear intervals, triads, and 7th chords to develop your musicianship.

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