Comprehensive Music Theory Curriculum

Music Theory for the Unconventional Student

Learn music theory, ear training, and orchestration with these award-winning, certified
courses that over 500,000 students have already found and loved.

The Courses

The three courses in our acclaimed music theory curriculum, being used by universities around the world, are designed for students with little or no music theory background. Our courses are praised for the accessibility, welcomeness, and easy-going attitude.

If you have tried to learn music theory before or if you

are just starting out, we are confident our courses

will be the perfect fit for you.

That is why we are willing to offer a 30-day money back guarantee.

Enroll for all three (Music theory, ear training, and orchestration) and SAVE!

Register for individual programs for as little as $7.99:

Major universities are using this exact curriculum and students are paying up to $25,000 to access these materials.

During the Covid-19 pandemic, several universities reached out to us to use these course materials as the music theory curriculum for their university music-majors.

So not only is this the only university-level music theory program fully available online, but it is the program used by major universities.

What students are saying...

Frequently Asked Questions

How Long Will This Course Take?

This course includes almost 5,000 minutes of content, so if you watched it continuously, it would take you about 3 and half days. We highly don’t recommend that. Instead, aiming to get through one lesson a week, by watching one video a day (on average) is a good pace. Assuming you have some time to practice the concepts, it will take you 3 or 4 months to get through all the content at that rate.

However, you will want to practice these concepts and you should feel free to re-watch anything you need to.

When I teach this material in college, it typically lasts 4 semesters, or about 2 years.

How Long Do I Have Access?

The videos on this website are by a subscription model. That means you can watch any video as many times as you like, and go at your own pace. Once you cancel the subscription, your will no longer have access to the videos. Unless, of course, you choose the “Lifetime membership.” With that membership, you just pay once and have access to all the material forever.

The worksheets, PDFs, and other materials are all downloadable, and you are welcome to keep those forever, no matter what your membership is.

Do You Have a Refund Policy?

Yes!

If you really don’t like the content after a month of checking it out, we are happy to refund your subscription cost in full. Just send us an email. After a month we will assume you love the class and can not offer a refund.

Does This Class Have Subtitles?

No, at least not yet. We really want to implement subtitles but it is very expensive. We are working on it!

Can These Courses Be Applied Towards a Degree?

At the end of the course you will be given a certificate of completion. If you are enrolled in a college music program, you can show this certificate to your music theory professor. Completion of this course will not, in most cases, get you college credit. However, it might get you the ability to “test-out” of some or all music theory requirements at your university.

Can I download the videos to watch offline?

Not without some trickery. The videos are Vimeo-hosted, so if you know how to download Vimeo videos, you are welcome to try.

We do have plans of releasing a mobile app version of this site soon, and that will allow for offline viewing. So stay tuned for that.

What are the membership terms?

30 Day full refund by emailing info@learnmusictheory.com.

Cancel anytime, no questions asked.

Cancellation options can be found in your student portal, after logging in.

What corporation is behind this site and content?

No corporation. Just me. A guy in Minnesota with a PhD in music. I hope you like these classes, I’ve worked really hard on them!

Comprehensive Music Theory Curriculum

Music Theory for the Unconventional Student

The Courses

The three courses in our acclaimed music theory curriculum, being used by universities around the world, are designed for students with little or no music theory background. Our courses are praised for the accessibility, welcomeness, and easy-going attitude.

If you have tried to learn music theory before or if you

are just starting out, we are confident our courses

will be the perfect fit for you.

That is why we are willing to offer a 30-day money back guarantee.

Enroll for all three (Music theory, ear training, and orchestration) and SAVE!

Register for individual programs for as little as $7.99:

Major universities are using this exact curriculum and students are paying up to $25,000 to access these materials.

What students are saying...

"I have been looking for this quality of instruction in music for over 20 years! Dr. Allen has done a fantastic instructional job!"

"This course is perfect for beginners with no knowledge of music theory. The instructor explains in such a way that one understands everything without being overloaded."

"Forget the dry and stuffy textbooks handed out by the likes of ABRSM. Jason's sense of fun and obvious passion for the subject is infectious."

"As a professional musician, I came to this course based on its popularity. But oh my, I am having the time of my life! I am finally learning music like I have always wanted to."

"Really clear teaching style which has given me a great foundation. Thank you and I look forward to continuing my musical journey with you!"

"The pacing is perfect- for beginners- and even for intermediates who can gloss over refreshers and dive into more advanced topics."

"As an adult new to learning an instrument and music this is the perfect music theory course. I am finding the worksheets at the end of each section perfect!"

"I love this course & am learning the piano! I have a learning disability & love that I can go at my own pace & go back if I need to!"

"This course is absolutely awesome for me! I am experiencing many ah ha’s, as this course is explaining what I’ve sensed, but not known. I am loving it! Thank you so much!

"Truly an outstanding course! I am beyond grateful that this absolute BEHEMOTH of a series of courses was put together."

"I really like how the instructor emphasizes on the fact that he is going to teach you how to make/compose music according to "your ear". Rather than focusing strictly on theory. In my opinion, this style of teaching will definitely show you how to find your own style."

"Very well explained and answers any questions you may have. Great teacher and a lot of theory to go through, awesome!"

"I’ve graduated from multiple colleges and I would say that Jason Allen is one of the top ten instructors I’ve had in terms of clarity, the ability to make complex material accessible and the ability to keep students engaged."

"I have been stuck on not understanding scale degrees for about 15 years. The way he explains things is so easy to understand. The way he teaches is not what I expected someone with a PhD to teach. It's very educated and direct.

"This course covers precisely the topics that I wanted to learn about and the material is presented in an enjoyable and engaging way. The instructor is easy to understand, and the exercises do a good job of reinforcing what I've learned."

"Dr. Allen is clearly a master of his subject matter. His presentations are polished and understandable. This was a great course for anyone who wants to understand music theory, but thought they already understood it."

"This course was a huge breath of fresh air; it felt like the doors were opened to a new subject of learning that's actually possible for me to understand. I feel really enthused and confident in being able to absorb more on the subject. "

"The coolest teacher. The course is very thorough, even for total rookies in music theory, everything is going to be clear. This really made music theory easy and fun for me to learn. Thank you!"

"This is an EXCELLENT course! Jason makes studying music theory FUN, and I’m always looking forward to the next session. This is a really good thing, because I’m staying faithful to study."

"Wow what a great course! I learned so very much and plan on taking the next one. Thank you, thank you! I also love your teaching style. It helps me learn with my ADD perfectly. Respond"

"This course is well organized, which is the most important factor when picking out an online music theory course. There are too many disorganized courses online with videos rambling off, but this course does a great job."

"I love how every time I think to myself "wait, what's going on...?" he decides to go into more detail and explains it using only vocabulary and concepts that he has taught already and/or in a way that anyone could understand. I'm learning so much about music!"

"I love this course & am learning the piano! I have a learning disability & love that I can go at my own pace & go back if I need to!"

"I have dreaded music theory for years, because what we are taught here (France) is completely unintelligible. I've been a guitarist for more than 20 years and these classes are just what I needed."

"Great course. The professor is clear and engaging. He doesn’t waste time, but he also manages to be personable and personal. The course follows an excellent path, building concept upon concept, not too slow and not too fast. One of the best online courses I’ve taken."

Frequently Asked Questions

Comprehensive Music Theory Curriculum

Music Theory for the Unconventional Student

The Courses

The three courses in our acclaimed music theory curriculum, being used by universities around the world, are designed for students with little or no music theory background. Our courses are praised for the accessibility, welcomeness, and easy-going attitude.

If you have tried to learn music theory before or if you

are just starting out, we are confident our courses

will be the perfect fit for you.

That is why we are willing to offer a 30-day money back guarantee.

Enroll for all three (Music theory, ear training, and orchestration) and SAVE!

Register for individual programs for as little as $7.99:

Major universities are using this exact curriculum and students are paying up to $25,000 to access these materials.

What students are saying...

"I have been looking for this quality of instruction in music for over 20 years! Dr. Allen has done a fantastic instructional job!"

"This course is perfect for beginners with no knowledge of music theory. The instructor explains in such a way that one understands everything without being overloaded."

"Forget the dry and stuffy textbooks handed out by the likes of ABRSM. Jason's sense of fun and obvious passion for the subject is infectious."​

"As a professional musician, I came to this course based on its popularity. But oh my, I am having the time of my life! I am finally learning music like I have always wanted to."

"Really clear teaching style which has given me a great foundation. Thank you and I look forward to continuing my musical journey with you!"

"The pacing is perfect- for beginners- and even for intermediates who can gloss over refreshers and dive into more advanced topics."

"As an adult new to learning an instrument and music this is the perfect music theory course. I am finding the worksheets at the end of each section perfect!"

"I love this course & am learning the piano! I have a learning disability & love that I can go at my own pace & go back if I need to!"

"This course is absolutely awesome for me! I am experiencing many ah ha’s, as this course is explaining what I’ve sensed, but not known. I am loving it! Thank you so much!

"Truly an outstanding course! I am beyond grateful that this absolute BEHEMOTH of a series of courses was put together."

"I really like how the instructor emphasizes on the fact that he is going to teach you how to make/compose music according to "your ear". Rather than focusing strictly on theory. In my opinion, this style of teaching will definitely show you how to find your own style."

"Very well explained and answers any questions you may have. Great teacher and a lot of theory to go through, awesome!"

"I’ve graduated from multiple colleges and I would say that Jason Allen is one of the top ten instructors I’ve had in terms of clarity, the ability to make complex material accessible and the ability to keep students engaged."

"I have been stuck on not understanding scale degrees for about 15 years. The way he explains things is so easy to understand. The way he teaches is not what I expected someone with a PhD to teach. It's very educated and direct.

"This course covers precisely the topics that I wanted to learn about and the material is presented in an enjoyable and engaging way. The instructor is easy to understand, and the exercises do a good job of reinforcing what I've learned."

"Dr. Allen is clearly a master of his subject matter. His presentations are polished and understandable. This was a great course for anyone who wants to understand music theory, but thought they already understood it."

"This course was a huge breath of fresh air; it felt like the doors were opened to a new subject of learning that's actually possible for me to understand. I feel really enthused and confident in being able to absorb more on the subject. "

"The coolest teacher. The course is very thorough, even for total rookies in music theory, everything is going to be clear. This really made music theory easy and fun for me to learn. Thank you!"

"This is an EXCELLENT course! Jason makes studying music theory FUN, and I’m always looking forward to the next session. This is a really good thing, because I’m staying faithful to study."

"Wow what a great course! I learned so very much and plan on taking the next one. Thank you, thank you! I also love your teaching style. It helps me learn with my ADD perfectly. Respond"

"This course is well organized, which is the most important factor when picking out an online music theory course. There are too many disorganized courses online with videos rambling off, but this course does a great job."

"I love how every time I think to myself "wait, what's going on...?" he decides to go into more detail and explains it using only vocabulary and concepts that he has taught already and/or in a way that anyone could understand. I'm learning so much about music!"

"I love this course & am learning the piano! I have a learning disability & love that I can go at my own pace & go back if I need to!"

"I have dreaded music theory for years, because what we are taught here (France) is completely unintelligible. I've been a guitarist for more than 20 years and these classes are just what I needed."

"Great course. The professor is clear and engaging. He doesn’t waste time, but he also manages to be personable and personal. The course follows an excellent path, building concept upon concept, not too slow and not too fast. One of the best online courses I’ve taken."

Frequently Asked Questions

"Forget the dry and stuffy textbooks handed out by the likes of ABRSM. Jason's sense of fun and obvious passion for the subject is infectious."