Learn the musical alphabet (A, B, C, D, E, F, G).

Understand the concept of half steps and whole steps.

Familiarize yourself with the staff, treble clef, and bass clef.

Study note values (whole, half, quarter, eighth, etc.).

Learn about rests and their durations.

Understand time signatures (4/4, 3/4, 6/8, etc.) and how they dictate rhythm

Learn major and minor scales.

Understand key signatures and how they affect the music.

Apply your knowledge by playing an instrument or composing music.

Analyze sheet music to understand how theory is used in real pieces.

Study basic chord structures (triads).

Learn about chord progressions and harmonizing melodies.

Understand intervals (e.g., thirds, fifths) and their qualities (major, minor, perfect

Practice identifying musical intervals, chords, and melodies by ear.

Train your ear to recognize different scales and modes.

Study more complex topics like modes, chord extensions, and modulation.

Explore counterpoint and orchestration if you're interested in composition