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TONAL TENDENCIES familiarity with basic theory (note reading, key
signatures, etc.) Since students come from different
(1 semester, .5 credit, Grades 9-12,) music theory backgrounds, the first few weeks will be a
review of Basic Theory. The syllabus covers a
Tonal Tendencies is a new offering (2017) that teaches tremendous amount of material quickly and thoroughly.
the bare bones of music theory. Whether you plan on Students can expect plenty of homework; and they
studying music in college, or just want to better yourself must become comfortable in all keys and all clefs. Other
in your own musical ensembles, this class is the first aspects of music covered will be melody, harmony,
step for you. Students can expect to learn how to: read texture, rhythm, form, musical analysis, elementary
notes on the four main staffs, understand the difference composition, dictation and sight-singing. In addition to
between notes and rests and how they work in different the main objective of advancing music theory
time signatures, be fluent in musical terminology, and knowledge, the purpose of this class is to prepare for
everything in between. Students can not only expect to the AP Music Theory Exam in May. The test costs $87
learn the content through the required text, but will and is a requirement of the course.
also be given ear training exercises as well. This class is
highly recommended if you are interested in taking The AP test is difficult. It deals extensively with
“Music Creation” or “AP Music Theory.” advanced harmony and it contains a significant amount
of ear training. On the test, students will be expected to
AP MUSIC THEORY identify complex musical structures by ear. For many,
the ear training component may be the most difficult
(Full year, 1 credit, Grades 11 & 12) aspect of the course, but one cannot pass the AP test
without well-trained ears.
This class is for students who are proficient on at least
one instrument (or voice) and who have some Workbook expense for the class ~$84.00 (required)
AP Exam: $92.00
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