MUSC 150 - Music Theory I 3 s.h.

The goals of Music Theory I are a review of rudiments, proficiency in diatonicism, and skill in writing in four parts. The fundamentals of tonal music will be covered, including intervals, scales and keys, modes, triads, seventh chords and cadences. Diatonic chords and progressions are reviewed. Diatonic and non-dominant seventh chords are analyzed. Writing in four-part texture is introduced, and a review of non-harmonic tones and figured bass technique follows. This course prepares the student for more detailed analyses of rhythm, texture, and form, with an emphasis on basic harmony and eighteenth-century voice leading practices. A-E only. Offered Fall only.
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Prerequisite(s): MUSC 139 or permission of instructor.
Corequisite(s): MUSC 162.