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3.00 Credits
Using a historical framework, this course will survey various styles of music found in the United States. Folk, fine art, and popular music examples will be examined on the basis of their intrinsic qualities, as well as in connection with their social, economic, and political milieu. Issues of racism in American society’s musical life will be an ongoing theme. Note: (1) No prior musical experience or course work is necessary. (2) This course can be used to satisfy the university Core American Culture (AC) requirement. Although it may be usable towards graduation as a major requirement or university elective, it cannot be used to satisfy any of the university GenEd requirements. See your advisor for further information.
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3.00 Credits
Music Theory for Non-Majors II is a continuation of Music Theory for Non-Majors I. It is a partly theoretical, partly skills-based approach to learning the basics of music theory. In addition to covering more advanced rudiments (all diatonic 7th chords, all common types of cadences and phrase structures, simple chromaticism, larger forms, etc.), students will complete counterpoint and part-writing exercises, do rhythmic and solfege exercises in class and write short compositions. For the final exam, students will be expected to do some or all of the following: write a two-part melodic dictation; complete a simple harmonic dictation; sing melodies with solfege (prepared and at sight); analyze form (either aurally or visually); analyze phrase structures, cadences, Roman Numerals, and non-chord tones; realize a figured bass; and harmonize a soprano line (SATB).
Prerequisite:
MUS ST 1701
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4.00 Credits
Introduction to melody, modal counterpoint, all species of two-part writing and basic voice leading, along with simple diatonic harmony and figured bass. Exercises include writing original second parts to given melodies, four-part harmonization of diatonic melodies, and analysis of music literature excerpts. Note: (1) Special authorization required for non-music majors. (2) This course can be used to satisfy the university Core Arts (AR) requirement. Although it may be usable towards graduation as a major requirement or university elective, it cannot be used to satisfy any of the university GenEd requirements. See your advisor for further information.
Prerequisite:
MUS ST 2742 (0142)
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4.00 Credits
Continuation of the study of tonal harmony; introduction of chromaticism, diatonic modulation, and expanded forms such as sonata allegro and rondo through analysis of larger works and composition of short pieces. Note: Special authorization required for non-music majors. Section 005 - Jazz Majors only. Jazz Harmony I & Aural Skills I-- Basic jazz musicianship with emphasis upon sight-singing, interval recognition, jazz syncopation, triads, seventh and ninth chords, basic chord progressions, melodic and harmonic dictation.
Prerequisite:
MUS ST 1711 (C143)
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2.00 Credits
A basic course in the aural perception and singing of intervals, scales, and triads. Special attention to application of these concepts as well as other musical parameters in the aural perception of a wide variety of literature. Note: Remedial section available.
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2.00 Credits
Further study of intervals, scales, and triads, with special attention given to tonal music; developing the power to visualize, sing, and write music from dictation.
Prerequisite:
MUS ST 1741 (0041)
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3.00 Credits
Weekly composition lesson under supervision of the private teacher. The student is expected to create original work in acceptable professional notation. Works created during the semester will be reviewed by the composition faculty at the end of the term in a brief interview with the student.
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3.00 Credits
Weekly composition lesson under supervision of the private teacher. The student is expected to create original work in acceptable professional notation. Works created during the semester will be reviewed by the composition faculty at the end of the term in a brief interview with the student.
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3.00 Credits
An introduction to the elements of music and the evolution of musical styles in representative masterpieces from the baroque to the contemporary periods. To broaden knowledge of music and enhance listening enjoyment. Note: (1) For non-music majors. (2) This course can be used to satisfy the university Core Arts (AR) requirement. Although it may be usable towards graduation as a major requirement or university elective, it cannot be used to satisfy any of the university GenEd requirements. See your advisor for further information.
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2.00 Credits
Survey of all styles of twentieth century American Popular music. Note: For non-music majors.
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