Course Details

AP Music Theory

Master the fundamentals of music theory and ace the AP exam with expert guidance.

Bestseller ★ 4.9/5 290+ enrolled

Why Choose Online AP Music Theory Classes?

Live, interactive 1:1 or small-group classes — face-to-face with the instructor and fellow students.

Highly qualified subject-matter expert tutors with proven AP / SAT / state-curriculum experience.

Customised online practice worksheets — graded, reviewed and explained class by class.

Periodic class tests and detailed performance evaluations so weak areas are caught early.

2–4 full-length proctored mock tests before the actual exam.

Flexible scheduling — once-a-week or twice-a-week based on your timeline and the exam date.

No contracts and no hidden fees — pay month-to-month.

Free demo class so you can meet the tutor before you commit.

Globally available — USA, UK, Canada, Australia, Singapore, UAE and more.

Recorded sessions provided for missed classes (group format) so no concept is left behind.

Overview

AP Music Theory introduces students to musicianship, theory and musical materials and procedures. The course integrates aspects of melody, harmony, texture, rhythm, form, musical analysis, elementary composition and, to some extent, history and style. Aural skills are developed through listening, sight-singing, dictation and harmonisation. The course follows the College Board eight-unit framework and prepares students for the May AP Music Theory exam.

What You'll Learn

Live interactive sessions
1st one-on-one session
Comprehensive curriculum
No long-term commitment
Personalized learning plan

AP Music Theory — Full Course

Age 14+ 40 hrs

Unit 1: Music Fundamentals I — Pitch, Major Scales and Key Signatures, Rhythm, Meter and Expressive Elements

Pitch notation and clefs
Major scales and key signatures
Simple and compound meter; rhythmic values

Unit 2: Music Fundamentals II — Minor Scales and Key Signatures, Melody, Timbre and Texture

Natural, harmonic and melodic minor scales
Modes — Dorian through Locrian intro
Texture — monophonic, homophonic, polyphonic

Unit 3: Music Fundamentals III — Triads and Seventh Chords

Triad types — major, minor, augmented, diminished
Inversions and figured bass
Seventh chord types and inversions

Unit 4: Harmony and Voice Leading I — Chord Function, Cadence and Phrase

Roman numeral analysis
Cadence types — authentic, plagal, half, deceptive
Phrase structure and antecedent / consequent

Unit 5: Harmony and Voice Leading II — Chord Progressions and Predominant Function

Common chord progressions
Predominant function — IV, ii, ii6, IV6
Voice-leading rules — parallel 5ths / 8ves

Unit 6: Harmony and Voice Leading III — Embellishments, Motives and Melodic Devices

Non-chord tones — passing, neighbour, suspension, anticipation
Motivic development
Melody writing

Unit 7: Harmony and Voice Leading IV — Secondary Function

Secondary dominants
Tonicisation and brief modulation
Roman numeral analysis with secondary chords

Unit 8: Modes and Form

Modes — Dorian, Phrygian, Lydian, Mixolydian, Aeolian, Locrian
Binary and rounded binary form
Ternary, sonata, theme and variations introduction

AP Exam Practice

MCQ — listening + non-listening
FRQ — melodic and harmonic dictation, sight-singing
2 full-length proctored mocks

Requirements

A laptop or desktop with stable internet
At least 2 years of formal music study (instrument or voice)
Ability to read music notation in treble and bass clefs
Targeting the May AP Music Theory exam

Reviews

4.9 / 5 ★ · 290+ students enrolled

Parents consistently rate our mentors for personalised attention, clear concepts and steady progress. Book a free demo to experience a class first-hand.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get started?

For 1:1 classes, registrations are open year-round. For group classes, sign up for any upcoming free workshop on our website. Click the Book a Demo button on this page, fill in your details, and we will schedule a free trial session with the instructor. For details, contact our coordinator on WhatsApp at +91 93308 11581 or email contact@winquestonline.com.

How does payment work?

We require monthly advance payments for the number of classes scheduled in that calendar month. We accept Zelle, PayPal, UPI (for India) and major credit / debit cards. You can select your preferred payment method during the initial enrolment.

What if I miss a class?

For group classes, we share a timed recording of the session on parent request, so your child can catch up before the next class. For 1:1 classes, we reschedule a make-up at a mutually convenient time at no extra cost (with at least 24 hours notice).

How long is each class?

Each class session is 60 minutes long for academic subjects (45 minutes for musical instruments where applicable). Frequency is typically once or twice a week based on the AP / SAT exam timeline and parent preference.

How are AP / SAT prep classes structured?

We start with a diagnostic so the tutor knows the student's starting score band and weak areas. The curriculum is then sequenced to cover all College Board units, with weekly homework, periodic class tests and 2–4 full-length proctored mock tests in the final stretch before the exam.

Do you provide practice materials?

Yes. Every course includes customised online practice worksheets matched to that week's topic, plus official-style mock exams. For SAT / PSAT we also recommend the official Bluebook practice tests; for AP we use a mix of College Board released items and Princeton Review / Barron's style drills.

What is the class size?

For 1:1 sessions the class is just your child and the tutor. For group classes we cap each batch at 6–8 students so every learner gets individual attention and can ask questions in real time.

Are the tutors qualified?

All our tutors are highly qualified subject-matter experts with proven track records — many hold Master's or PhD degrees in their subject and several years of AP / SAT / school-curriculum teaching experience. They are passionate about teaching and create personalised lesson plans for every student.

What if my child needs to pause for a school break or exam?

Just let us know in advance. There are no contracts — you can pause for a school holiday or final-exam stretch and resume when the student is ready, with no penalty.

What are the requirements?

A laptop or desktop with a stable internet connection is required. Specific software / tools (calculator, IDE, practice booklet) are listed in the course details page and will be confirmed by the tutor before the first class.