Unlock your unique musical potential with a flexible ear training program tailored specifically to your goals. Whether you want to improve your sight singing, improve pitch and harmonic perception, or play piano by ear, this program adapts to meet your needs--and your learning style.

Hi, I'm Ralph Lorenz, a retired music theory professor with a PhD in music theory from Indiana University. Ear training has been one of my specialties, and I've always loved teaching it to others. Are you someone looking to bolster your aural skills? Here are some ways I can help you:

Tailored Topics Include:

• Harmonic Dictation: Master the art of hearing and notating chord progressions, if that's part of your journey.
• Melodic Dictation: Sharpen your ability to hear and transcribe melodies with ease.
• Playing the Piano by Ear: Develop the skill to play music without relying on sheet music.
• Relative Pitch: Train your ear to recognize the relationships between notes, whether harmonic intervals, melodic intervals, or chords.
• Sight Singing: Strengthen your ability to sing music at sight with confidence.
• Solfege: Learn using the method that fits you best--whether it's the movable do system or the number-based approach.

A Program Designed Around You

• No two musicians are alike, and this ear training program reflects that. Whether you're aiming to compose music with a clearer ear, prepare for college-level music studies, or enhance your performance skills, we'll focus on what matter most to you.

Who Can Benefit?

• Composers and Arrangers: Improve your ability to "hear" your music before it's written.
• High School and College Music Students: Strengthen your ear training skills for better performance in music theory and performance classes.
• Classical Pianists: Break free from sheet music and learn to play by ear.
• Vocalists and Church Musicians: Boost your sight singing and overall musical ear.
• Anyone eager to grow their musicianship!

Nurturing, Supportive Teaching

• I understand that everyone learns differently. That's why my approach is nurturing and supportive, allowing you to progress at your own pace. Whether you prefer movable do or the number system, I'll patiently guide you through solfege training that suits your style.

Ready to elevate your musicianship? Choose the path that aligns with your goals, and let's start your personalized ear training journey today!