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Alfred's Essentials of Music Theory: Software, Version 3 Network Version, Volume 1 (for 5 users---$20 each additional user): Software

By Andrew Surmani, Karen Farnum Surmani, and Morton Manus

Item: 00-34630

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The award-winning theory software, Alfred's Essentials of Music Theory, is now available in a new and updated Version 3! This software features a fresh new interface and more activities to teach students everything they need to know about music theory.
New features for the Network Version include greater options for educators to customize lessons, the audio, text and images used for lessons, the number and style of questions on the customized tests, and even the contents of the terms glossary. It also offers enhanced user, group and profile maintenance options for educators to organize and track multiple students' progress, as well as advanced tools for user permissions and network setup.

The Network Version of the software allows for the unlimited creation of student records and the printing of individual scores, printing of class lists, importing and exporting of student records in batches, and the setting of a minimum grade requirement that students must meet to advance to the next level. Student scores are recorded automatically to the network, allowing the most efficient tracking of students' progress.

New features for the Network Version include greater options for educators to customize lessons, the audio, text and images used for lessons, the number and style of questions on the customized tests, and even the contents of the terms glossary. It also offers enhanced user, group and profile maintenance options for educators to organize and track multiple students' progress, as well as advanced tools for user permissions and network setup.

The Network Version of the software allows for the unlimited creation of student records and the printing of individual scores, printing of class lists, importing and exporting of student records in batches, and the setting of a minimum grade requirement that students must meet to advance to the next level. Student scores are recorded automatically to the network, allowing the most efficient tracking of students' progress.

This version is intended for use in a networked computer lab, without requiring the use of CDs in each computer. Appropriate for ages 8 to Adult. PC/Mac compatible.
Volume 1 (Lessons 1-25):
Treble & Bass Clefs
* 4/4, 3/4 & 2/4 Time Signatures
* Flats, Sharps & Naturals
* Whole & Half Steps
* Dynamic Signs, Temp Markings & Articulation
* Up to Eighth Notes & Rests


Volume 2 (Lessons 25-50):
Major Scales
* Key Signatures
* Circle of Fifths
* Intervals
* 3/8 & 6/8 Time Signatures
* Triads & V7 Chords


Volume 3 (Lessons 51-75):
1st & 2nd Inversions of Triads
* Figured Bass
* Chord Progressions
* Minor Scales & Triads
* Modes
* Harmonizing & Composing Melodies
* 12-Bar Blues Chord Progression & Blues Scale
* Basic Forms of Music


The complete curriculum of Alfred's Essentials of Music Theory includes Student Books, a Teacher's Answer Key, Ear Training CDs, Double Bingo games, Flash Cards, Reproducible Teacher's Activity Kits, and interactive software for students and teachers in private study, studio and network environments.

System Requirements:
Windows 7, Vista, XP, 8, 10 - Intel Pentium 3 1GHz or faster
* Macintosh OSX 10.4 - 10.14 - Intel Core Duo 1.83GHz or Power PC (G4 1GHz or faster)
* 400MB hard drive space, 512MB RAM
* Speakers or headphones/

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Series: Essentials of Music Theory
Publisher: Alfred Music
ISBN10: 0-7390-6864-4
ISBN13: 978-0-7390-6864-9
UPC: 038081386393
SKU: 00-34630

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About the Author: Andrew Surmani

Andrew Surmani is a music theorist and educator who has spent decades developing accessible, comprehensive approaches to theory instruction. His work emphasizes making abstract concepts concrete and measurable for learners across age groups and ability levels.

Why we love this

Version 3 gives you real classroom control. You customize which concepts students see, how tests are structured, and what examples illustrate each lesson. The network tracking means you know exactly where each student stands without manual grade entry, and you can set advancement gates so students master one level before moving forward.

What to expect

Like finally having theory homework that grades itself and gives you instant feedback on where students are struggling. The fresh interface makes lessons feel current, not dated, and the audio components keep students engaged beyond reading workbooks.

Who it's for

Music teachers and private instructors managing multiple students through self-paced theory study. The network license scales across a studio or classroom, making it practical for group instruction where students progress at different speeds.

How to get the most out of it

  • Set minimum grade requirements strategically so students feel challenged but not blocked from forward movement.
  • Customize the glossary to match the terminology you actually use in rehearsal, creating consistency across your program.
  • Use batch importing and exporting of student records at the start and end of each semester to manage rosters efficiently.
  • Print individual progress reports before parent conferences so families see concrete evidence of theory development.

How to use it

Assign theory units as homework or computer lab work during ensemble season to keep theory instruction moving without adding rehearsal time. The customizable tests let you align lessons with the harmonic or rhythmic concepts your band or choir is currently tackling in repertoire.

Skills your students will build

  • Reading and writing pitch notation on treble, bass, alto, and tenor clefs
  • Identifying and constructing major and minor scales and key signatures
  • Building and recognizing intervals, chords, and chord progressions
  • Understanding rhythm notation, time signatures, and complex meters
  • Applying music terminology and foundational harmonic analysis

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