MUS 1113 - Music Theory I

3 Credits

Study of the diatonic compositional principles of the 18th century from music fundamentals through elementary chromatic harmonies and modulations.

Three credit hours per semester.

Prerequisite: MUS 1103 - Fundamentals Of Music.

Corequisite: MUS 1131 Aural Skills I

Course Level Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

Analyze form and structure in Western rhythm, harmony and melody. (GEO 1, 2, 3, 4)
Compose musical examples of studied melodic and harmonic theory. (GEO 1, 2, 3, 4)
Aurally identify examples of studied melodic and harmonic theory. (GEO 1, 2, 3, 4)