ONLINE HIGH SCHOOL COURSE
AP Music Theory
This semester-long Advanced Placement course develops students' understanding of music theory through written, aural, and performance-based activities. Students study notation, rhythm, melody, harmony, scales, key signatures, intervals, chord progressions, and musical analysis while strengthening sight-singing, dictation, and composition skills. The course prepares students for the AP Music Theory Exam and provides a strong foundation for advanced musical study.
Course Details
- Course Type: Core: No, Elective: Yes
- Length: Semester (2 quarters)
- Available Quarters: Q1, Q2
- Prerequisite: Introduction Theory: The Minutiae of Music or another high school-level music theory course. Students should be able to read and write musical notation and have basic vocal or instrumental performance skills.
- Graduation Requirement: Yes
- Honors: No | AP: Yes
- Special Education Taught: No | Multilingual Support: No
- Materials: Web-based music theory and music notation software are provided online.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is covered in AP Music Theory?
This semester-long Advanced Placement course develops students' understanding of music theory through written, aural, and performance-based activities. Students study notation, rhythm, melody, harmony, scales, key signatures, intervals, chord progressions, and musical analysis while strengthening sight-singing, dictation, and composition skills. The course prepares students for the AP Music Theory Exam and provides a strong foundation for advanced musical study.
Does AP Music Theory have prerequisites?
Prerequisite: Introduction Theory: The Minutiae of Music or another high school-level music theory course. Students should be able to read and write musical notation and have basic vocal or instrumental performance skills.
When is AP Music Theory available?
This course is listed for: Q1, Q2.
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