Wells Music Publishers 

The first of the series of graded theory workbooks based on the ABRSM theory syllabus, it is an ideal workbook to build the foundation in music theory. The exercises are specially designed to present music theory to early learners using a simple and logical approach. 

Recommended to be used with Rhythmatics.


Available in English, Chinese (Traditional & Simplified), German

The second grade of the Practice in Music Theory series, this workbook is based on the ABRSM theory syllabus.  It is highly recommended for students who have completed Grade 1 theory.   The teaching methodology employs a simple and logical approach. It serves to progressively develop the interest of learners in music theory.
Recommended to be used with Rhythmatics.

Available in English, Chinese (Traditional & Simplified), German

The third grade of the Practice in Music Theory series is based on the latest ABRSM syllabus and examination requirements. A highly successful workbook for students, the teaching methodology presents musical concepts of scales, time signatures, key signatures and other topics  using a simple and logical approach.

Available in English, Chinese (Traditional & Simplified), German

The fourth grade of the Practice in Music Theory series is highly recommended for those who are making good progress in their early musical studies. The J Koh's teaching approach is academic and logical, yet musically conceived. Progressive topics are set out to guide students through their understanding of the fundamental musical concepts and ideas, including rhythmic writing and musical analysis.

Available in English, Chinese (Traditional & Simplified)

The 5th grade of the Practice in Music Theory series completes the journey of students who have been on the course of understanding the rudiments of music theory. The J Koh's teaching approach is academic and logical, yet musically conceived to provide students with a strong theoretical foundation. Progressive topics are set out to guide students through the learning process, including setting words to music and transposition.

Available in English, Chinese (Traditional & Simplified)

This revised edition of the Practice in Music Theory Grade 6 is part of the series of the highly recommended theory coursebooks for students preparing for the ABRSM examinations. More to that, it is the fist of three comprehensive coursebooks that guide students towards achieving a high standard of knowledge in harmony,counterpoint, melodic writing and score analysis that spans almost four centuries of Western musical history. The J Koh instructional approach here is academic, yet musically conceived with ample musical illustrations and examples. The mastery of the basic principles of harmony is presented in Part I while Part II introduces students to the more creative realm of compositional techniques and score analysis.

Available in English

In this second level comprehensive course book for advanced students, Practice in Music Theory Grade 7 continues with the exploration of complex harmonic and melodic concepts. The study of chromatic harmony includes the diminished 7th, the Neapolitan 6th, and the secondary dominants. Figured bass and non-harmony notes are explained in context with adequate musical examples. The demands of the syllabus are laid out in structured topics, in which students are trained progressively to handle challenging questions.

Available in English

In this last and comprehensive coursebook in the Practice in Music Theory series, the author has skillfully put together the demands of the syllabus in an enlightening style for both teachers and music students. The book is organised into 5 sections - Advanced Harmonic Vocabulary, Trio Sonata Textures, Pianoforte Writing, Melodic Composition, Score Reading and Analysis. Each section contains topics which provide the indispensable background to understanding the concepts found in music itself. Theoretical considerations apart, specific works are analysis, illustrations are abundant, musical examples and interesting exercises are plentiful throughout the book.

Available in English