Description: Grades 9-12
AVP Theory is an advanced course designed for students planning to study music at the collegiate level. Anyone who cannot already read music will struggle with this class, despite the fact that it begins at a very basic level. Many students are able to “test out” one semester or more of collegiate music theory after taking this class. Music Theory provides the written, listening, and analytical skills needed to understand the organization and structure of music and to use this knowledge in composing music. Students acquire skills in ear training, musical notation, interval recognition, chord structure, harmonic progression, and form. Examples are analyzed from music literature to see how music theory functions in music of all styles. Students will be tested on every aspect of the course material including musical terminology, notation skills, basic composition skills, score analysis, and aural skills.
There is regular homework assigned and the class moves very quickly; only serious music students should consider taking this class. This course is offered every other year. Please see Mr. Fuller if you have any questions.
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