AP Music Theory is designed to be the equivalent of the first two semesters of a college theory lab & lecture course as specified by the College Board. AP Music Theory develops students' understanding of musical structure and compositional procedures. Usually intended for students who already possess performance-level skills, AP Music Theory courses extend and build upon students' knowledge of intervals, scales, chords, metric/rhythmic patterns, and the ways they interact in a composition. Musical notation, analysis, composition, and aural skills are important components of the course.

This course can earn 0 credits in AP Music Theory at Advanced Placement (AP) Program.

College Tuition for this course: $0
Additional Costs for this Course: $110

Additional Information: Workbook and music material fee $15. AP Exam fee $95.

Is this class Guarantee Transfer college credit? No. Students are encouraged to connect with their preferred college/university advisor to determine transferability of college credit.

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