 In October 2008, BSM launched Theory in a Box, an online music theory course created by a team of staff and faculty from the school.After a self-assessment of its programs in 2006, the school found that students often lacked basic music theory skills and many teachers felt there was not sufficient time to teach theory in a private lesson.In addition, many students were unable to make the commitment of funds and time to come to the school for a separate music theory class.