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The fundamentals of music theory cover several key areas every learner should know.

• Notation and rhythm: Learning to read notes on a stave, understand time signatures, and recognise rhythmic values is the first step.
• Notes and scales: Scales define the notes available in a key and are the basis for melodies and harmonies.
• Chords: Chords are built from scales and show how notes combine to create tension and resolution.
• Intervals: An interval is the distance between two notes — recognising them by ear and on paper is a core skill.

Once you understand these foundations, progress in both performance and composition accelerates significantly.

In Basingstoke, expect to pay about £44/h for an hour of music theory tuition.

This rate varies depending on several factors:

• Your current level (beginner, intermediate, or preparing for ABRSM/Trinity grades)
• The tutor's experience and qualifications
• The package you choose (one-off sessions or regular weekly lessons)
• The teaching mode (in-person or video call)

Many tutors offer package discounts for booking multiple lessons.

The 1 3 5 rule is a simple but powerful principle that explains the structure of nearly every chord you'll encounter.

• The root (1): The root is the starting note of the chord and gives it its name — for example, C in a C major chord.
• The middle note (3): The third note determines whether the chord is major (bright) or minor (dark), making it the most expressive note of the triad.
• The top note (5): The fifth adds stability and fullness to the chord without changing its major or minor quality.

A music theory tutor can show you how to apply this rule across scales, keys, and musical styles.

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