Music 1

Department: Fine & Performing Arts
Open to: Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors
Length: 2 Semesters

An introduction to the fundamentals of music performance and theory. Students will be introduced to the elements of music theory and fundamental musicianship skills that lay the foundation for Advanced Placement Music Theory and beyond. Skills learned and topics covered include sightreading, pitch matching, rhythm, basic notation, music styles from ancient to contemporary, and world languages as they relate to music performance. Open to all students. No experience is necessary. If you have ever sung in a choir or play piano this course is recommended for you.