Master the Bach Chorale

Master the Bach Chorale Course with Dr. Olyver

Immerse yourself in the intricate art of Bach chorales with Dr. Olyver’s specialised course, designed for those with at least Grade 5 or intermediate theory knowledge. Bach chorales are renowned for their balanced harmonies and are a cornerstone of Western music theory and composition.

What You Will Learn:

In this course, you’ll explore essential techniques for chorale composition and analysis, including:

• Voice-leading principles for seamless transitions between chords.
• Harmonic function and tonal framework understanding to deepen your harmonic palette.
• Crafting effective cadences and resolving harmonic tension.
• Techniques in contrapuntal texture for balanced melody and harmony.
• Analytical skills to recognise and apply Bach’s unique stylistic traits.

Course Format:

• 5 x 45-Minute Online Sessions – These personalized sessions with Dr. Olyver are hosted on Zoom, offering flexibility and expert guidance tailored to your progress.

• Get targeted homework assignments to complete in-between lessons designed to elevate your skills, accompanied by detailed feedback

• Spread the 5 lessons out to be as close together or as spread out as you like