Music Theory

Why is this part of the curriculum? 
Theory is at the core of every musician’s success — from understanding omission parentheses and brackets to interpreting a handbells-used chart, to simply using appropriate verbiage for various musical concepts. For both ringer and director alike, a working knowledge of music theory helps to ensure greater success in comprehending rhythms, understanding key changes, and creating music rather than just playing the notes and rhythm.

What will I learn? (Click on the course title at the right for detailed information on that course, including suggested pre-work.)

Music Theory 1 — New Certification Curriculum Outline TBA

Prerequisite: None (ability to read music is required)

Music Theory 2 — New Certification Curriculum Outline TBA 

Prerequisite: Music Theory 1

Music Theory 3 — New Certification Curriculum Outline TBA

Prerequisite: Music Theory 2 and Arranging and Composing 1

Faculty

Master Teacher (all levels)
Trinity Martin

Music Theory 1 Faculty
Laura Blauch
Chris Burton
Lauran Delancy
Michael Glasgow
Beth LaMee
Alan Reese
Carlene Ruesenberg
Joy Toll-Chandler
Ann Wood

Testing Out

The tests for Music Theory 1 and 2 may be offered at National or area events, see the SCHEDULE PAGE.