MUS 1013 - Music Theory I

Institution:

Fort Scott Community College

Subject:

Description:

Study of notation of pitch and rhythm. Basic elements of scale, key, mode and interval stressed. Extensive work with harmonic aspects of triad, figured bass and types of cadences. Harmonic motion, rhythm and variants in minor. Presentation of the six-four chord: cadential, passing, pedal, arpeggiated. Components of musical form, shape and texture (monophonic, polyphonicandhomophonic). Analysis and development of such melodic units as contour, figure, motive, phrase, period, etc. Presentation and manipulation of non-chord tones. First steps in part writing including harmony and voice leading of the chorale: doubling, spacing, counterpoint and chord relationships.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.fortscott.edu

Phone Number:

(620) 223-2700

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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