Costello Elementary SchoolMusic Theory

Apr 2026 · 2nd Semester

The development of a student’s ability to recognize, understand, and describe the materials and processes of music presented in a score are achieved though aural, analytical, and compositional exercises. Building on this foundation, the course progresses to include more creative tasks, such as creating a well-crafted melody, harmonization of a melody by selecting appropriate chords, and many more compositional techniques. This course will count as a math elective credit to juniors and seniors who have completed all other required math credits.

Prerequisites: Previous music participation/experience/study or teacher approval. Music Theory focuses on the building blocks of music. Elements of pitch, rhythm, musical form and design are studied at length

Grades: 10-12

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