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3.00 Credits
Musical rudiments, including notation of pitch and duration; identification and construction of scales, intervals and chords. Principles of succession and simultaneity based on the different qualities of the various intervals. Applications of these principles in tonal music. Ability to read music is not a prerequisite.
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2.00 Credits
Introductory keyboard for beginners in which the fundamentals of piano playing and music reading are presented: scales, key signatures, chords, harmonization, etc. are introduced as they relate to keyboard study. For students with no previous keyboard training. 2 cr.
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3.00 Credits
The basics of singing: breathing, resonance, stage presence and text communication. Students find out how their voices work and how to keep them healthy. Primarily for non-majors and/or beginners. Recommended as preparation for private lessons. Format may vary by sections. Class meets once per week. Singing in class. No audition required.
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3.00 Credits
This ensemble will focus on the musics not only from the African continent, but also from the diaspora, including Cuba, Brazil and Haiti. There will be an emphasis on rhythmic development as well as notation and ensemble cohesiveness. We will explore drumming, melodic instruments such as the xylophone and Mbira, and singing. No prior musical experience is necessary.
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3.00 Credits
Particular topic determined in advance. May be repeated for credit if topic varies.
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3.00 Credits
Symphonic literature from the mid-18th century through the mid-20th century. Illustrations of various styles and techniques drawn from symphonic masterworks of such composers as Mozart, Haydn, Beethoven, Schubert, Mendelssohn, Brahms, Berlioz, Liszt and Richard Strauss. Absolute music, program music, structural principles, Classicism, Neo-Classicism, Romanticism, nationalism are among topics.
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3.00 Credits
This is the first course in the music major and music minor curricula, and all students will be expected to play an instrument and/or sing in class. We study key signatures, scales, rhythms and meters, and the basics of writing choral music for soprano, alto, tenor and bass. Mandatory attendance. Format may vary by sections. Prerequisites: Students should be able to read music (both treble and bass clefs), know the basics of rhythm reading, and be able to sing in tune. fall
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1.00 Credits
This course, taken concurrently with Theory I, aims at developing skills in understanding and organizing musical sounds, as well as reading, performing, and writing music accurately. Various exercises will be utilized, involving singing, rhythmic and melodic dictation, conducting and keyboard work. In addition to twice weekly classes, students are required to meet once a week with a graduate TA to perform individual audits. fall, 1 cr.
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3.00 Credits
Continuation of MUS 215. More advanced chords and techniques; aural and written applications of principles of harmonic progression in tonal music. Prerequisite: MUS 215 or consent of the instructor. Students enrolled in MUS 217 also must enroll in MUS 218 the same semester. spring
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