Before You Learn

Welcome

I'm Eric Fine, and after nine years of development, I am excited to introduce "What You Need to Know Before You Learn Music Theory." This is a new method for teaching music that has proven to simplify the learning process, increasing the pace and ease with which students worldwide understand, play, and create music.

Whether you're just starting or have taken some lessons but don't fully grasp all the concepts, this course will help.

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What Makes This Course Different?

It Works!

Many music theory programs complicate what should be an intuitive learning process. This course simplifies music education through one revolutionary concept: music is the interplay of consonance and dissonance on every level.

Why is this revolutionary?

Because understanding this one concept is all you need to grasp every aspect of music easily —it’s the hidden link that connects everything.

Now, students as young as 8 can see how every element of music, such as scales, melody, and harmony, is interconnected. These elements are not separate topics with their own rules; rather, they're all expressions of the fundamental relationship between consonance and dissonance.

In simple terms, this means that every beautiful melody, captivating chord progression, and music element is a dance between consonance and dissonance- once you understand this idea, the complexities of music theory start to make perfect sense!

Students from around the world report experiencing an “Aha!” moment when they grasp this concept!

"Finally, music theory has been demystified, organized, and made accessible for everyone to learn easily!" Anna Demis, graduate of the Tchaikovsky National Music Academy-

The Course Is Offered in A Variety of Ways to Suit Your Level, Budget, And Needs-

Are you a student just starting out? If so, I offer the following options for you:

A Play-Along Book- with a 30-day money-back guarantee
A Step-by-Step Online Video Course- with a 7-day money-back guarantee
Or Online Private Lessons

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Are You A Student Who's Taken Some Lessons but doesn't fully grasp all the concepts? If so, I offer a 4-Day Workshop-

On-Site- at Frank and Camille's Piano Store in Carle Place, N.Y.
As an Online Video Course- with a 2-day money-back guarantee
Or Online Private Lessons

The 4-Day Workshop is designed to reframe your perspective of theory, fill any gaps, and help you further your ability to improvise and compose.

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Discover why musicians, music professors, and students call this revolutionary teaching method a 'game changer' and why they predict it will become the new standard for teaching music theory!

While it's taught on piano, the theory applies to all instruments! No piano, no problem. There are plenty of free online piano resources available!

Choose your method for taking the course-

Regardless of the option you choose, you will complete nine step-by-step modules over approximately nine weeks. During this time, you'll learn material that typically takes over a year to cover, providing you with an organized overview of how all music works and is created. You will play music every step of the way, while knowing the how and why of everything you're doing.

For a Limited Time, The Online Video Course is on Sale!!

Online Video Course

4 Payments of $24

Reduced from $144

In the Online Video Course, I will guide you through the course material and the practice sessions using 18 instructional videos.

The Course Includes-

9 Step-by-Step Video Lessons
9 Video Practice Sessions
18 Quizzes and Assessments to Ensure Your Growth and Progress

Also Included-

9 Lesson Review and Study Guides
Bonuses and Gifts
Course Completion Certificate

This option offers the best value! For roughly the price of a single private lesson, you will feel as though you have your own personal teacher. The bonuses and gifts will encourage you to complete the tasks, while the course library will help you stay organized and track your progress.

Enjoy a 7 Day Money-Back Guarantee!

Play-Along Book

$24

The book is printed and delivered by Amazon

In the Book, you will read all the course material and go through the practice sessions on your own.

While this is the most affordable option, it provides everything you need to succeed!

Enjoy a 30 Day Money-Back Guarantee!

Or Work with Me One-On-One

You can schedule one Private Lesson or opt for Private Lessons, where I personally guide you through the entire course.

My first available date is October 21st. However, I recommend scheduling your private lesson as soon as possible to secure a time that works best for you.

If you sign up today for Private Lessons, use the coupon code PRIVATELESSONS to save 40% on your first payment and receive two bonus lessons!

Please note that you won’t need any third-party software, as you will have instant access to the course library. This includes a built-in live video for each lesson and a calendar to schedule your sessions.

Private Lesson

$90

Your private lesson will be tailored to your specific needs, questions, and concerns- (lessons are approx. 50 min).

Includes:

Instant access to the course library, which features a built-in live video for each lesson and a calendar to schedule your sessions

Whether you have a specific topic to discuss or need assistance with a composition, a private lesson can provide the support you need.

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"One private lesson changed my understanding of theory" Leo Miller

Private Lessons

4 Payments of $390

In 18-20 online private lessons (approx. 50 min each), I will personally guide you through the entire course including practice sessions.

Includes:

Instant access to the course library, which features a built-in live video for each lesson and a calendar to schedule your sessions
Review and Study Guides
18 Quizzes and Assessments to Ensure Your Growth and Progress

Also Includes-

Downloadable Images and Charts
Bonuses and Gifts
Course Completion Certificate

Sign Up Today and Enjoy Two Bonus Lessons!!

Introduction to Song Writing
Introduction to Improvisation

Schedule Your First Lesson

Choose your method for taking the 4-Day Workshop

Regardless of the option you choose, the 4-day workshop is designed to enhance your understanding of music theory, to fill in the gaps, and provide enlightening "aha" moments, leading to a deeper connection with how music works. Furthermore, this course aims to maximize your investment of time, money, and effort while cultivating the skills and understanding needed for improvisation and composition.

For a Limited Time, the On-Site 4-Day Workshop and Online Video 4-Day Workshop are on Sale!!

On-Site 4-Day Workshop

2 Payments of $110

Reduced from $440

Join Us For a 4-Day Workshop at Frank and Camille's Piano Store in Carle Place, N.Y.

The workshop consists of 4 sessions, each lasting approximately 1.5 hours. During these sessions, I will personally guide you through the material and demonstrate key concepts.

Includes-

Full access to the Online Video 4-Day Workshop. This will allow you to review the material before and after the workshop

Also Includes 3 Bonus eBooks- ($90 Value)

History of Music Genres
History of Note Names
History of Music Notation

The First Session will take place on Thursday, November 6, at 6:30 p.m. Following that, each following session will be offered on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 6:30 p.m., allowing you to choose the day and time that works best for you.

Space is limited, so join today and schedule your sessions using our online calendar once you've determined which days work best for you.

We are looking forward to seeing you there!

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Online Video 4-Day Workshop

4 Payments of $44

Reduced from $220

I will guide you step-by-step through the 4-Day Workshop using 18 instructional videos and 3 eBooks.

Includes-

Step-by-Step Video Lessons
Video Practice Sessions
Quizzes and Assessments to Ensure Your Growth and Progress
Review and Study Guides
Downloadable Images and Charts

Also Includes 3 Bonus eBooks- ($90 Value)

History of Music Genres
History of Note Names
History of Music Notation

This option offers an incredible value! Although this is a 4-day course, this option provides you with the flexibility to proceed at your own pace.

Enjoy a 2 Day Money-Back Guarantee!

Or work with me One-On-One, and I'll personally guide you through the entire course.

My first available date is October 21st. However, I recommend scheduling your private lesson today to secure a time that works best for you.

Online Private Workshop

4 Payments of $220

Includes 3 Bonus eBools

In 8 Private Online Lessons (approx. 90 min each), I will personally guide you through the entire workshop!

Includes-

Instant access to the course library, which features a built-in live video for each lesson and a calendar to schedule your sessions
Review and Study Guides
Quizzes and Assessments to Ensure Your Growth and Progress
Downloadable Images and Charts

Also Includes 3 Bonus eBooks- ($90 Value)

History of Music Genres
History of Note Names
History of Music Notation

Schedule Your First Lesson

Reviews-

I am proud to share that this teaching method is gaining recognition from college professors, public school teachers, and music students worldwide as an easier, more effective, and more efficient way to learn theory!

Anna Demis, graduate of the Tchaikovsky National Music Academy- "Finally, music theory has been demystified, organized, and made accessible for everyone to learn easily!"

Dylan Charles, graduate of the Berklee School of Music- "Mr. Fine’s approach makes theory attainable and accessible because it makes clear how everything is related and connected. Because of this, you never feel lost or confused but instead inspired to learn more."

Scott S.

“This course turned music theory on its head for me. Thoughtfully explained and easy to follow, it made sense of concepts that were once confusing and really excited me to dive deeper into music.”-

Thomas Addison.

“I wish I had this course when I taught music theory and composition at New York City’s Mannes College of Music —I highly recommend it!”

Matt Giordano.

I wish Berklee College of Music used this course. This should be THE way music is taught."

-Lucinda Hurley

Advocate for better education, Nassau BOCES Retired-

"This program is a game changer."

Leo Miller-

"One private lesson changed my understanding of theory."

Joe Bonvicino, Great Neck High School- "As an educator, I find Eric's method impressive. He taught my kids, aged 8 and 11, using simple language, which allowed them to build confidence and retain the information."

Come see for yourself why students, who have spent thousands of dollars on their education, wish this were how they learned!

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Frequently Asked Questions-

What will I learn in this course and workshop

What most programs take a year to teach, the course and workshop will help you grasp effortlessly! Note: the workshop contains 3 bonus eBooks.

The Unifying Concept and the Architecture of Music:

In module one, we'll define the Unifying Concept. Then, build a musical example illustrating the 'simple blueprint' used to create all music. This will make clear that all music consists of layers of elements like notes, volume, and tempo, assembled and varied like building blocks and each variation will evoke a different feeling, mood, or emotion, which is the sole purpose of music.

By the end of this module, you will have an organized overview of how all music is created. Furthermore, you'll learn how to practice using a method based on experimentation—this is how master musicians have practiced for centuries—making practice fun, rewarding, and something you look forward to.

From here, each module flows naturally, systematically, and logically; you can take what you learn and apply it directly to the next module.

The Basic Principles of Sound and Mixtures/Intervals:

How to vary music elements such as notes, volume, and tempo is easy and intuitive. However, many musical elements involve multiple notes mixing. Each Mixture, known as an Interval in music, can evoke a different feeling, mood, or emotion. To understand how and why, we must learn some Basic Sound Principles.

This module provides a brief but solid introduction to sound, sound waves, frequencies, and octaves. Additionally, you will discover that there are 13 different Mixtures/Intervals, which serve as the building blocks for every music element that has notes mixing, such as scales, melodies, and harmony sections.

After this section, you'll understand how and why each Mixture/Interval can evoke different feelings, moods, or emotions. Additionally, you will learn how to create the 13 Mixtures/Intervals anywhere on the piano.

Scales/Modes:

Instead of using 1 or all 13 Intervals to create music, composers create subsets called Scales/Modes.

In this module, we will use the Principles of Sound and Intervals to understand and create Scales/Modes.

By the end of this module, you'll understand how and why every Scale/Mode evokes different feelings, moods, and emotions and you'll know how to create any Scale/Mode anywhere on the piano.

Melody and Rhythm

Since not all songs have lyrics, it is best to think of melody as a sequence of Intervals.

In this module, we will use the Principles of Sound, Intervals, and Scales to understand and create Melodies.

By the end of this module, you will acquire the skills needed to understand, construct, and play Melodies. Furthermore, you'll gain the skills to vary the feeling, mood, or emotion of any Melody by altering its Rhythm.

Harmony Section, Chords:

In this module, we will use the Principles of Sound, Intervals, Scales, and Melody to understand and create Harmony Sections.

At the end of this module, you will understand how to create a Harmony Section to enrich, embellish, or accompany any Melody. Furthermore, you will acquire the skills to develop and vary chords in multiple ways.

The Circle of Fifths:

There are an infinite number of frequencies in the universe. Our music alphabet uses 12. In this module, you will learn how and why. Knowing where the notes of the music alphabet come from is not only cool, but also super beneficial to your overall growth as a musician.

After this module, you can apply this knowledge to quickly understand musical elements you will learn in the future, such as chord progressions, cadences, and form.

Do I need a piano to take the course?

Do you have any incentives if I refer a friend?

Does the theory in this course apply to other instruments?

About the Author

I have always loved music and dreamed of playing it myself. Growing up, I was surrounded by friends who were musicians, which gave me a unique perspective on the music world. I had the opportunity to meet talented individuals signed to record labels, those on the verge of success, and even was on the film set of an MTV music video!

Through these experiences, I learned that a musician’s talent goes beyond just skill or knowledge; what truly matters is their connection to the music. I observed exceptional musicians whose performances felt disconnected, while beginners could captivate audiences with their heartfelt playing.

This inspired me to create a course that teaches music theory in a way that helps students connect with music and discover their own voice. While learning the basics of music theory is essential, my course is designed to make these concepts accessible and engaging. Instead of imposing strict rules, it focuses on fostering creativity and a genuine appreciation for the art of music.

With collaboration from musicians and students, this course was developed.

So, I ask- If understanding music could be more intuitive, less time-consuming, and enjoyable, what music goals could you achieve that you thought were out of reach?

Enjoy!

The Cost of Not Making a Change

Learning to play an instrument can be quite challenging without a structured program. Here are some important points to consider:

Guidance is Essential: Without proper guidance, the learning process can take much longer and require more effort. Our structured course is proven to teach you months' worth of music theory in just a few weeks, potentially saving you thousands of dollars and countless hours.

Avoiding Overwhelm: Without proper support, you may feel overwhelmed, confused, and frustrated, which could lead to quitting.

Health Benefits of Learning Music: You'll miss out on the wide range of health benefits. It is well-documented that playing music is a valuable tool for overall well-being. It exercises your brain, boosts self-esteem, improves neural processing, reduces stress, and fosters social connections.

Learning and Development: Studies have shown that learning an instrument can enhance a child’s discipline, patience, and social skills and may even increase their IQ.

Most importantly, you won't experience what it feels like to play and create music, what it feels like to play something that others enjoy, or what it feels like to get applause or a standing ovation.

Music has the power to transcend reality and transport you to places you never knew existed. So, don’t let another day go by without following an organized learning path that will help you understand the language of music. It’s a small investment that will pay dividends for the rest of your life!

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