MUSIC THEORY I
LPHS provides an introductory level music theory designed to acquaint all students, regardless of previous knowledge or experience, with the language of music. Music Theory I is an introduction to the elements of music theory, composition and form. Students learn the fundamentals of music through the study of scales, intervals, keys and chords. Ear training skills are also taught so that students can distinguish between music and musical elements such as intervals and chord structures.
GENERAL OBJECTIVES INCLUDE:
- The students will learn to identify various fundamentals of music including melody, harmony, rhythm, dynamics, and tone color.
- The students will learn fundamentals of music notation.
- The students will learn listening skills to begin developing a sense of rhythm and relative pitch.
- The students will learn how to follow a musical guide/score.
CLASS MATERIALS NEEDED:
- Class Binder
- Handouts & Readings (provided)
- Workbooks (as needed)
- Pen & Pencil
- Your brain
GENERAL COURSE OUTLINE:
- Unit 1: Musical Language, Notation & Rhythm
- Unit 2: Note Name, Meters & more Rhythm
- Unit 3: Accidentals & Intervals
- Unit 4: Scales & Key Signatures
- Unit 5: Melody & Harmony
- Unit 6: Beginning Chord Structure
- Unit 7: Musical Form
- Unit 8: Transposition & Introduction to Composition
- Unit 9: Intermediate Chord Structure
- Unit 10: Composition
TIPS FOR SUCCESS IN MUSIC THEORY I:
- Stay organized. Keep your binder sequential or divided. Organize your notes by unit or topics.
- Write neatly and clearly ... take pride in your work!
- No such thing as too much detail ... you can not have or know too much information!
- Be creative and insightful! Ask questions! Explore!!
MUSIC THEORY HELP:
Below are some useful links to help with your music theory education:
EAR TRAINING:
www.good-ear.com
BASIC MUSIC THEORY
www.quiz-tree.com/The_Musical_Staff_main.html
NOTE NAMES, KEY SIGNATURES & OTHER IDENTIFICATIONS:
www.musicards.net
INTERVALS:
www.musicalintervalstutor.com
MUSIC THEORY - GENERAL
www.library.thinkquest.org/15413/theory/theory.htm
MUSIC COMPOSITION & NOTATION PROGRAM (FREEWARE)
www.anvilstudio.com
MUSIC COMPOSITION & NOTATION PROGRAM (FOR PURCHASE)
www.finalemusic.com
www.sibelius.com