Music Theory
Full Year-5 Credits
Elective, Offered in Grades 11, 12
Prerequisite: Permission of the Instructor
This a course in theory leading into harmony. It includes the study of music notation, melody writing, harmonizing simple melodies, and ear training. It is a technical course for the serious music student, who is expected to possess a working knowledge of the piano keyboard, the ability to play an instrument, or singing experience.
Advanced Placement Music Theory
Full Year-5 Credits
Elective, Offered in Grade 12
Prerequisite: Music Theory/Permission of the Instructor
This advanced music theory is intended for highly motivated students who are seriously interested in the study of music theory and composition, and wish to qualify for three college credits through the Advanced Placement Program of the College Board. The course includes college-level material dealing with formal structural analysis, original composition, and music notation. Strong emphasis is placed on listening skills, melodic perception, harmonic functions, and recognition of compositional techniques. Students are expected to perform a considerable amount of work independently, both in and outside of class. Piano keyboard skills are essential and computer skills are a plus. Students must be enrolled in a performing arts class in conjunction with this course. Students must have taken Music Theory before being considered for this class.