THEORY & SOLFÈGE
Music Theory & Solfège
Train the ear and the mind behind every instrument.
WHY IT MATTERS
The Musician’s Foundation
Solfège is ear training and sight-singing: learning to hear what you read, and read what you hear.
In the European conservatory tradition, every instrumentalist studies solfège. It is how musicians learn to hear what they read and read what they hear.
At Cephas, theory and solfège are taught as living skills, not just exam paperwork.
- Makes every instrument easier to learn
- Builds sight-reading and sight-singing confidence
- Essential for aural tests in graded exams
- A strong start for young beginners before or alongside an instrument
THE LESSONS
What We Teach
- Sight-singing and pitch recognition
- Rhythm reading and dictation
- Intervals, scales, keys and chords
- Harmony and form at higher levels
- Aural training for ABRSM and Trinity exams
EXAMS
Theory and Aural Exam Preparation
We prepare students for written music theory exams and the aural section of practical exams for ABRSM and Trinity College London. LCM on request.
One student had two weeks to prepare for their aural and sight-singing exams, followed a set plan with extra sessions, and passed.
ADVANCED STUDY
Advanced Theory and Diplomas
Advanced theory and aural students work under the personal tutelage of Dr. Andjelita Chendra, whose PhD in Music Pedagogy from the Royal Conservatory of Brussels shapes how we teach musicianship at every level.
- Grades 5 to 8 theory: including the Grade 5 theory needed before ABRSM Grade 6 to 8 practical exams
- Harmony and counterpoint: writing and analysing music in four parts
- Analysis and form: understanding how great works are built
- Advanced aural: the listening skills expected at higher grades and diploma level
- Diploma support: the written and viva voce elements of ABRSM and Trinity diplomas
GETTING HERE
Near Clementi MRT
Our studio is at 446 Clementi Ave 3, a short walk from Clementi MRT on the East-West Line.
Students join us from neighbourhoods across the west, including Dover, West Coast, Jurong East, Lakeside, Boon Lay, Commonwealth, Queenstown, Redhill, Bukit Timah and Upper Bukit Timah.
Book a Trial Lesson
446 Clementi Ave 3, #01-187 (Level 2)