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Grade 1 Music Theory

Notes, rhythm, the first major keys and the words on the music: Grade 1 theory taught step by step, then practised.

ABRSM Music Theory, Grade 1

12 lessons, 12 free

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The course, unit by unit

Part 1: Rhythm

1 unit, 3 lessons

  1. Unit 1: Rhythm

    40 minFree

Part 2: Pitch

1 unit, 2 lessons

  1. Unit 2: Pitch

    27 minFree

Part 3: Keys and scales

1 unit, 2 lessons

  1. Unit 3: Keys and scales

    28 minFree

Part 4: Intervals

1 unit, 1 lesson

  1. Unit 4: Intervals

    12 minFree

Part 5: Tonic triads

1 unit, 1 lesson

  1. Unit 5: Tonic triads

    12 minFree

Part 6: Terms and signs

1 unit, 1 lesson

  1. Unit 6: Terms and signs

    15 minFree

Part 7: Music in context

1 unit, 1 lesson

  1. Unit 7: Music in context

    12 minFree

Part 8: Exam preparation

1 unit, 1 lesson

  1. Unit 8: Exam preparation

    10 minFree

Topic tests

Every unit ends with a topic test, marked when you hand it in, with the reason for every answer.

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Which syllabus does it follow?

It follows the ABRSM Music Theory syllabus for Grade 1 (the syllabus from 2020, checked against ABRSM on 9 October 2026). Brainlag is independent and not affiliated with ABRSM.

What is free?

Every lesson and its practice. Brainlag Plus adds the topic tests and the mock paper.

Do I need an account?

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How long does it take?

About 2 hr 35 min of lessons in 8 units. Lessons take 10 to 15 minutes each.

Follows the ABRSM Music Theory syllabus. ABRSM is a trade mark of its owner; Brainlag is independent and is not affiliated with or endorsed by ABRSM. Every example and question is original. Results are Brainlag estimates, not exam results.