Hope it helps 
I know the musical components like key and dynamics and stuff, but what are the sonic components?
I'd really like a list of them, stuff like reverb and effects that change the sound isn't it? I'm not sure...
Thank you!!
what i was taught in music was stuff like;
Natural sonic components: analysis of sound in nature and urban environments, the indoor acoustic environment, listening versus hearing, focus, sound spectrum, frequency range of sounds, contrast between sounds
Sonic field: mix; balance; blend; clarity; position in depth of sound-field; placement in stereo (or surround) field; depth of the field
Sound effects and processors: equalization; boosts and cuts; masking; dynamics and volume change; different balances for different musical styles
...copied it from a sheet... hope it helps.