WHY WE TEACH MUSIC THEORY AT NSSOTA:
-A deep understanding of music theory creates literacy, enabling the musician to understand, read, write and speak the language of music.
-Equips the student to make practical application to music, learning beyond just “playing the written score”
-A working knowledge of theory empowers the student to create, arrange, and make music of their own.

WHY WE TAKE THE TEXAS STATE THEORY TEST:
-All NSSOTA students grades 1-12, all instruments, are encouraged to take the Texas State Theory Test.
-Intended to evaluate the knowledge of music theory, aural, and musicianship concepts across a broad musical spectrum beyond the study of their private instrument
-Very attractive on student’s music bio/resume/college application

WHEN:
Saturday, June 8 (If the student is not available on this day we will offer a makeup/alternate date on 8/27/19).

TIME:
Approx. 45 min. time period assigned between 11a-2p. (After registration is complete, an exact time will be assigned).

WHERE:
New Song School of the Arts
7861 Tudor Ln.
Argyle, TX 76226

TEST ENTRY FEE:
$17 per student

THEORY WORKBOOK:
$11 (only applicable if student DOES NOT already have the approved theory workbook)

ENTRY DEADLINE:
4/1/19

ENTRY FEE $17 DUE:
5/1/19 billed on May monthly invoice

GRADING FOR TEXAS STATE THEORY TEST:
-Completed test will be sent for grading and available for student pickup approximately two weeks after testing. Student will receive the Texas State Theory Medal which will be presented publicly at the NSSOTA Premier Showcase OR a designated NSSOTA performance.

PREP REQUIREMENTS:
Any registered student is required to do the following by May 25, 2019:
-complete the assigned theory workbook in its entirety
-take one practice test (at home). Practice tests available for pickup from office by 5/1/19. Upon completion, the practice tests will be reviewed by your instructor and student.

SUPPLIES:
Theory lesson workbook: Only “Just the Facts” or “Theory Time” books are approved workbooks. If the student does not already have an approved workbook, we will provide one. Workbooks are $11 and will be billed to student account.