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6+ years
Ariana
Earning her General Music PreK–12 certification required Ariana to pass the PRAXIS Music content exam, so she knows exactly what the test emphasizes — from music theory and aural skills to questions on pedagogy and music history across Western and world traditions. She unpacks the areas candidates t...
Kansas State University
Master of Arts, Teaching French as a Second or Foreign Language
Kansas State University
Bachelor in Arts, French
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Jai
I'm a recent Stanford graduate (Electrical Engineering and Computer Science), and have been working at a major Management Consulting firm for a few years now. I personally scored a 2360 (out of 2400) on the SAT and 35 on the ACT and was successful in gaining admission to several top universities. I'...
Stanford University
Bachelors in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
Certified Tutor
I am a licensed physician from Florida who is currently changing careers. I graduated from the University of Pennsylvania in 2009 and have extensive tutoring and editing experience. While a student, I became a certified writing tutor through the Critical Writing Department. Since I completed my writ...
Nova Southeastern University
PHD, Medicine
University of Pennsylvania
Bachelors, History
University of Pennsylvania
undergraduate
Certified Tutor
Kate
I'm available to tutor biology, chemistry, physics, math from Algebra up through AP Calculus, SAT test prep, and French. I've been tutoring students in science and math for 7 years. I also spent 8 months working and studying in France, and have tutored high school and adult students in French. When ...
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Masters, Environmental Engineering
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Bachelors
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Jeffrey
I am enrolled in the Mechanical Engineering PhD program at Rice University which will begin Fall 2020, and I am hoping to return to academia as a professor after earning my PhD. In the meantime, I am looking to share my passion for gaining knowledge, specifically in STEM, by educating the up and com...
University of Notre Dame
Bachelor of Science
Rice University
Doctor of Philosophy, Mechanical Engineering
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Rhea
I am a current student at the University of Chicago. I am working towards a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences, and I am on the pre-medical track. I am extremely passionate about tutoring, and I have several years of experience tutoring students in my high school's learning center in various...
University of Chicago
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
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Erika
I am available to tutor middle and high school math, history and test prep. I have tutored math and history in the past and I previously taught a test prep course at a school in Hanoi, Vietnam. I have a lot of experience teaching all the need-to-know tricks to doing great on the SATS/ACTS! When I am...
Harvard University
Master of Public Policy, Public Policy
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Sami
I am a Duke University graduate in Economics and Computer Science. I am currently pursuing an MBA degree at the Yale School of Management. I have worked in the financial field, both at a management consulting firm and a fortune 500 company. My hobbies include playing and coaching soccer.
Duke University
Bachelor of Science (Economics and Computer Science)
Yale School of Management
Current Undergrad Student, Business Administration and Management
Certified Tutor
Matthew
I'm a highly creative person who works best with visual thinkers. Very recently graduated from Stanford University, I majored in Human Biology with a concentration in Bioinformatics and Stem Cell Science. Technical though my background may be, I am currently gigging as a singer/songwriter/composer i...
Stanford University
Bachelors in Human Biology (concentration in Bioinformatics and Stem Cell Science)
Certified Tutor
10+ years
Samantha
I'm a first-year medical student and recent graduate from Duke University, where I studied Global Health Determinants, Behaviors, and Interventions. From running a piano program at a nonprofit children's theatre to private tutoring in math, science, and standardized test prep, I enjoy helping my stu...
Duke University
Bachelors in Global Health Determinants, Behaviors, and Interventions
Harvard Medical School
Current Grad Student, MD
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Frequently Asked Questions
The PRAXIS Music exam is a standardized assessment required for music teacher certification in Tennessee. It covers music theory, history, pedagogy, and performance skills. If you're pursuing a music education degree or teaching certification in Memphis, passing this exam is essential to qualify for classroom positions across the city's 250 schools.
The exam tests music theory fundamentals (scales, intervals, chords, harmonic analysis), music history across various periods and genres, ear training and listening skills, music pedagogy, and performance knowledge. You'll also encounter questions on music technology, assessment strategies, and classroom management specific to music instruction. Comprehensive preparation requires mastery across all these interconnected areas.
Many students struggle with ear training and sight-singing components, as these require consistent practice and immediate feedback to improve. Music theory can feel abstract without real-world application to actual compositions and performances. Additionally, balancing knowledge across history, pedagogy, and performance while managing test anxiety creates a complex preparation challenge that benefits greatly from personalized guidance.
Personalized 1-on-1 instruction allows tutors to focus on your specific weak areas—whether that's harmonic analysis, historical periods, or ear training—rather than following a one-size-fits-all curriculum. You get immediate feedback on performance, customized practice materials tailored to your learning style, and flexible scheduling to fit your music education coursework. This targeted approach typically leads to faster improvement and stronger retention of complex concepts.
Your first session will focus on assessing your current knowledge across theory, history, ear training, and pedagogy. The tutor will identify your strongest areas and gaps, discuss your timeline and goals, and create a personalized study plan. You'll likely work through sample problems or listening exercises to establish a baseline and determine the best approach for your preparation.
Preparation timelines vary based on your music background and starting proficiency level. Students with strong foundational music knowledge often prepare in 8-12 weeks with regular tutoring sessions, while those needing to strengthen multiple areas may benefit from 12-16 weeks of consistent work. Your tutor will help create a realistic timeline based on your specific needs and the exam date you're targeting.
With focused, personalized instruction, students typically see measurable improvement in their weakest areas within 4-6 weeks. Many students report gaining confidence in ear training, mastering complex harmonic concepts, and developing stronger test-taking strategies. The goal is not just passing the exam, but building genuine expertise in music theory, history, and pedagogy that will serve you well in your teaching career.
Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who have strong backgrounds in music education, theory, and performance. Many have passed the PRAXIS Music exam themselves, hold music degrees, or have classroom teaching experience. Tutors are selected based on their subject expertise and ability to explain complex concepts clearly, ensuring you get high-quality preparation for your certification exam.
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