Music Theory Comprehensive Complete! (Parts 1, 2, & 3)

This combined course brings together the first three parts of J. Anthony Allen’s theory sequence. It starts with notation and rhythm, then develops scales, keys, triads, inversions and seventh chords. The composition-oriented approach makes it useful for learners who want to connect written theory with the decisions involved in making music.

What you will learn

• Read notes, rhythms and common score markings.
• Build chords and identify their role within a key.
• Analyze a simple progression with Roman numerals.

Who this suits

No previous music experience is required. The instructor recommends free notation software for working with and hearing the examples.

Before you enroll

This is one combined enrollment, counted as one course. Software demonstrations include older notation interfaces, so use the concepts while checking the controls in your installed version.

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Put it into practice

Notate a four-bar phrase, identify its key and harmonize it in two ways. Use playback to compare the results and explain the chord choices.

Source and review

This overview is based on the provider's published information, checked on 12 October 2026. It is an editorial assessment, not a claim that we completed the resource. Time filters are approximate study ranges; projects and exercises can take longer.

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