Music Theory, History, Composition, & Appreciation

Music Theory and Composition is designed to delve into the inner workings of music. Students will learn to read, analyze, hear, and create music using the standard rules of music theory. Students will also learn to conduct and compose music. The students will leave the class with a much greater understanding of how music works and is put together. This class is designed for juniors and seniors, but sophomores can be accepted on a case-by-case basis. It is preferred that the student have previous experience in choir, band, or strings; although exceptions can be made on a case-by-case basis. This course alternates every other year with Music History and Appreciation.

Music History and Appreciation is based on the Indiana Academic Standards for Music and standards for this specific course. Students receive instruction designed to explore music and major musical styles and periods through understanding music in relation to both Western and NonWestern history and culture. Activities include analyzing and describing music; evaluating music and music performances; and understanding relationships between music and the other arts, as well as disciplines outside of the arts. This class is designed for juniors and seniors, but sophomores can be accepted on a case-by-case basis. It is preferred that the student have previous experience in choir, band, or strings; although exceptions can be made on a case-by-case basis. This course alternates every other year with Music Theory and Composition.