MUAC101 E - Theory I: Foundations (Fall 2026)

Wilfrid Laurier University•Waterloo, ON

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The exploration of fundamental musical concepts through development of aural, oral, written, and analytical skills. Topics include staff notation, clefs, major and minor keys, time signatures, meter and rhythm, intervals, triads, 7th chords, foundational principles of counterpoint, Roman numerals, chord symbols and other notational conventions, cadences. The course contextualizes Western systems of notation within a global context. Cross-listed with MUMI121.

Requirements

PhD in Music Theory or PhD in Music (other than Music Theory) with a publication record in Music Theory scholarship in either Classical or Rock genres.
Experience teaching music theory at the university level, either as an instructor or as a Teaching Assistant whose duties include a significant component of in-class teaching.
Commitment to principles of equity, diversity and inclusion in the consideration of course materials.
Currency in music theory scholarship in approaches to both Classical and Rock genres.
CV
Candidate Application Form (CAF)
Names and Contact Information for Referees (for external applicants)
Evidence of Good Teaching (may include but not be limited to: Reference letters, teaching evaluations, list of student successes etc.) (for external applicants)
Verification of highest degree (for external applicants)
Ability to prove legal right to work in Canada.

Nice To Haves

Evidence of excellent teaching in Music Theory
Publications or record of professional engagement (workshops, presentations, etc.) with Classical and/or Rock music theory scholarship
Evidence of engagement with recent trends toward curriculum development that integrates Classical and Rock study in music theory
Ability to teach both MUAC101 and MUAC102 in the same academic year.

Responsibilities

Teach MUAC101 E – Theory I: Foundations (Fall 2026)
Develop and deliver course materials related to fundamental musical concepts, including aural, oral, written, and analytical skills.
Cover topics such as staff notation, clefs, major and minor keys, time signatures, meter and rhythm, intervals, triads, 7th chords, foundational principles of counterpoint, Roman numerals, chord symbols, notational conventions, and cadences.
Contextualize Western systems of notation within a global context.
Potentially teach MUAC102 in the same academic year if preference is given.