Advanced Placement (AP) Music Theory

ADVANCED PLACEMENT (AP) MUSIC THEORY: Music theory, in its simplest terms, is the study of how music is put together; or how music works.  This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive foundation in music theory by studying the following:  notation and common practice, tonal harmony, rhythmic structures, and formal devices.  Students will also develop other aspects of musicianship: aural skills, sight-singing skills, and compositional skills. The course is designed to prepare students for success in the AP Music Theory Exam.  Ensemble and solo activities are designed to develop elements of musicianship including, but not limited to, technical skills, intonation, music reading skills, listening skills, analyzing music, and studying historically significant styles of literature.

Length: Year

Offered: Fall/Spring

Number of Periods per Semester: 1

Grade Level: 11-12

Course Prerequisites: Four semesters of high school music preferred

Application: None

Tryout : None

Counselor Approval Required: None

Dual Credit: No, Possible AP Credit

Weighted: Yes, Full Point

Diploma Path: Directed Elective or Elective for All Diploma Paths,  Fulfills a Fine Arts Requirement for the Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma

Quantitative Reasoning: No

Other:  Advanced Placement and dual credit courses use collegiate texts and are likely to have higher textbook and consumable fees.