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Sail Through the ABRSM Grade 5 Music Theory Exam
Sail Through the ABRSM Grade 5 Music Theory Exam
A Clear, Concise Course Built for the Latest ABRSM Grade 5 Music Theory Exam Format
Created byHagumi Simplicity Music Studio
Last updated 6/2026
English
What you'll learn
- Pass the ABRSM Grade 5 Music Theory Exam
- Understand all the music theory concepts in the ABRSM Grade 4-5 syllabus
- Understand rhythms, time signatures, note values, and the grouping of notes and rests
- Identify pitches and transpose a melody by different intervals
- Understand major and minor scales up to six sharps or flats, chromatic scales, and the technical names of scale degrees
- Identify different types of intervals
- Understand primary and secondary chords, chord inversions, and cadences
- Understand musical terms, signs, ornaments, and musical instruments
- Understand how to apply all the musical knowledge learned
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Course content
9 sections • 37 lectures • 2h 53m total length
Requirements
- Have learned ABRSM Grade 1-3 Music Theory
Description
Master all the concepts in the latest ABRSM Grade 5 Music Theory syllabus through 10 focused lesson videos and 24 step-by-step exam question walkthrough videos.
This course is structured according to the exam topics, covering rhythm, pitch, keys and scales, intervals, chords, musical terms and signs, instruments, and music in context. Key concepts from both the Grade 4 and Grade 5 syllabuses are clearly explained, helping students build a strong understanding of each topic.
Each lesson video is followed by a corresponding question walkthrough video so students can immediately apply what they have learned and develop confidence in tackling exam questions step by step.
The course also includes a concise PDF revision note summarising all the important points students need to understand and memorise. Interactive flashcards for important French, German, and Italian musical terms are also provided to make revision more engaging and effective.
Whether you are preparing for the ABRSM Grade 5 Music Theory exam independently or learning with a teacher, this course is designed to help students build a strong foundation in music theory through clear explanations, structured lessons, and guided exam practice. The step-by-step approach makes complex concepts easier to understand and helps students study more effectively at their own pace.
Who this course is for:
- Students preparing for ABRSM Grade 5 Music Theory exam
- Anyone who wants to equip themselves with the knowledge of ABRSM Grade 4-5 Music Theory