AP Music Theory

AP Music Theory
Instructor Information

Mr. Brian Glahn

Email: bglahn@orangeusd.org

Textbook Information

 

Course Description The AP Music Theory course corresponds to one or two semesters of a typical introductory college music theory course that covers topics such as musicianship, theory, musical materials, and procedures. Musicianship skills, including dictation and other listening skills, sight singing, and harmony, are considered an important part of the course. Through the course, students develop the ability to recognize, understand, and describe basic materials and processes of tonal music that are heard or presented in a score. Development of aural skills is a primary objective. Performance is also part of the curriculum through the practice of sight singing. Students understand basic concepts and terminology by listening to and performing a wide variety of music. Notational skills, speed, and fluency with basic materials are also emphasized.
Summer Information

 

Workload - recommended skills/courses to take for the class  
Links to Study Guides / Websites

AP College Board Course Overview - AP Music Theory