Music Theory

In this course, musical aspects such as rhythm, harmony, form, ear training and meter are heavily studied. The ultimate goal of the course is to develop a student’s ability to recognize, understand, and describe the basic materials and processes of music that are heard or presented in a score. These concepts are addressed through listening to a wide variety of western music. Students will be required to read, notate, write, sing, and listen to music. It is also strongly recommended that the student will have acquired at least basic performance skills in vocals or on an instrument.

AP Music Theory will be offered remotely for the 2020-2021 school year.

Meet the Teachers!

Meet Jacob!

Jacob Fjare is a proud music nerd with a passion for education!  He has been teaching Music Theory, Band, Music History, and World Music for the last 10 years.  Originally from Big Timber, Montana, Jacob is a graduate of Montana State University with a degree in Music Education with an emphasis in French Horn and Voice.  Jacob loves to spend as much time in nature as possible.  He is a dog owner and a lover of horticulture.  Aside from teaching, Jacob also is active in Chicago's theater scene as both a music director and actor.
Meet Jordan!

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