Do you know your key signatures? If you do, good for you, but don’t stop reading.
Did you learn them with the Circle of Fifths? If you’re like most music students, you did. But that’s not the best way to learn them. The Circle of Fifths can actually be more confusing than helpful.
First let me say that I believe a knowledge of keys and key signatures is essential in every practical aspect of music. I’m not just a harp teacher; I taught music theory and ear training at the Curtis Institute of Music for 19 years. And I’m not just an expert in this field, but I truly love the patterns in music that you can uncover when you study music theory. I also know how essential an understanding of basic music theory is to every musician. |