AP Music Theory

2020-2021

Welcome to AP Music Theory!

Hello music theorists and enthusiasts! For those of you that do not know me, I am Mrs. Wojciechowski and I will be your AP Music Theory instructor for 2020-2021. This is an awesome class and am so excited to teach the content in this course We're going to get a little nerdy--but in the best way--so embrace it! It's a whole lot of fun!

You can reach me at awojciechowski@d94.org.

Our class meets during the 4th/5th class period. All of AP Humanities teachers have decided to hold class during the scheduled class time for all weekdays--at least for the beginning of remote learning. As we go, there may be more flexibility and room for independent work that will not require you to have a live session. For now, plan on having a live group class Monday-Friday.

Office Hours

I can be reached during any regularly scheduled class time on days that we do not have a live meeting, which will be rare . During those hours, you can connect with me directly by using the GoogleMeet link that is on the top banner of your GoogleClassroom page. You can also get assistance by making an appointment in advance, Monday-Friday from 7:30am until 10:25am. During those times, I am, potentially, in meetings so the earlier notice you can give the better. This way, we can schedule your meeting time. Again, I will use the GoogleMeet link on GoogleClassroom. Finally, my planning periods are: 2nd and 6th/7th/8th, but you need to email me ask I will not be linked to our GoogleClassroom at that time.

  1. 7:30am-10:20am: by appointment only; email prior (24 hours) to set up a time.

  2. 4th/5th: during our scheduled class time if there is no meeting.

  3. 2nd and 6th/7th/8th: by appointment only; email prior to set up an exact period.

Course Overview

The following topics will be covered in the course:

  1. Notation: Pitch, Rhythm, and Meter

  2. Scales, Tonality, Keys, and Modes

  3. Intervals and Transposition

  4. Chords (Triads and Sevenths)

  5. Cadences and Non-Harmonic Tones

  6. Melodic Organization and Texture

  7. Counterpoint and 4-Part Voice Leading

  8. Harmonic Progression

  9. Modulation

  10. Form and Structure

AP Music Theory Syllabus 2020-2021.pdf

Learner Expectations and Course Policies

Click on the syllabus (left) and read through the headings to get a detailed understanding of the course expectations.

Technology You Will Need for This Class - Click to Expand

For APMT, we will mostly use GoogleClassroom, GoogleMeet, GoogleDrive, and Aurelia (new).

We will use a variety of learning technologies in this course. If you are unfamiliar with any of the technologies listed below, simply click on the title to visit their help page. When I ask you to use a tool for the first time in the course, I will provide you the link, remind you how to log in, and remind you where to can find technical support.

  • Aurelia (this is a new program and it's super important that you can access it regularly)

  • Google Docs [Insert links to district-made support resources]

  • Google Slides

  • Google Sheets

  • Google Forms

  • Google Drive

If you are experiencing issues with your student Chromebook, your Google Account, or other district provided apps, please email elearning@d94.org

Daily Materials - Click to Expand

For APMT, you will need the following for each day of class:

  • Chromebook

  • Pencil-no pens (you have to do a lot of erasing and you only have one copy of the assignments)!

  • Textbook-Music in Theory & Practice, Vol. 1

  • Assignment packets

  • Staff paper

  • Your voice-for singing and all of our discussions!

The textbook, assignment packets, and staff paper were given to students at textbook pickup.

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