Music: Fundamentals of Composition
Course Id:   188
zzzThe VHS Collaborative (SB)

Course Overview
InstitutionzzzThe VHS Collaborative (SB)
SubjectArts and Music
Education LevelHigh School
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Course Description
This course is designed to give students a good understanding and working knowledge of the fundamental components of music, and to lead them through the process of creating their own compositions. The course will focus on music composed in the Western tonal style. An essential part of the course will be learning to use the available digital technology such as computers, MIDI and keyboards. Students will learn concepts such as chords, progressions, and melody writing, which they will use as they compose music.


Please Note: The course will run for one semester. Students will be expected to log on at least four times a week in order to keep up with the assignments. Students are not expected to purchase materials for the course. Online resources will be used.


*This course may be appropriate for Gifted and Talented middle school students that meet all course prerequisites.*


**Please Note: This course may not be appropriate for students with specific accessibility limitations as written. Please refer to the VHS Handbook policy on Special Education/Equity for more information on possible modifications. If you need additional assistance, please let us know at service.goVHS.org.


Delivery Method

  • Internet
  • Real-Time Web-Based Teacher Access


  • Prerequisites
    All students are expected to know how to WRITE and READ music in treble and bass clefs. Basic computer proficiency is desirable. Each student will also need a computer with compatible sound card. If you ARE familiar with the keyboard of the piano, a synthesizer and MIDI cables will be very useful however synthesizer is NOT mandatory.

    Course Materials
    Virtual High School will have course materials, if any, shipped directly to students. While there is no additional cost for course materials, there is an additional charge for return shipping. Students are required to return such course materials to course instructor upon completion of the course.


    Courses and course detail are subject to change without notice.
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