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Course Criteria
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3.00 Credits
An exploration of the musical styles and cultural significance of music in various non-Western cultures through lectures, listening, and performances. Cultures studied may include those of India, the Middle East, China, Japan, Africa, and Latin America. No musical knowledge or experience is necessary.
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3.00 Credits
Introduction to the music of the "common practice period" (European music from about 1650-1900) as well as more recent music based on similar principles (much of 20th-century popular music). Topics include diatonic harmony and voice-leading, melodic organization, and simple forms. Students develop fluency in analysis and in composing imitative style exercises using computer music notation. Students normally enroll in MUS 121 concurrently. Prerequisite: MUS 110 or successful performance on placement exam.
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1.00 Credits
A skills lab for aural recognition (identification of intervals and chord qualities), sight singing, simple melodic dictation, keyboard harmony, and elementary improvisation. Group work is heavily supplemented by individual work using the department's computer facilities. Note: Students may enroll in MUS 121 without taking MUS 120.
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3.00 Credits
This introductory class welcomes students at all levels-those with little, or considerable experience with music. Students learn techniques to help them write music that may range from rock, pop and country songs, jazz and vocal arrangements, to classical works. Ability to read music is not required, although some experience with singing or a musical instrument such as guitar or keyboard is very helpful. No prerequisite is required for the beginning level; MUS 120 is required for the advanced level.
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1.00 Credits
Study and performance of opera scenes, including opportunities to stage different scenes from operas fully produced in a workshop setting with the goal of helping students grow both as singers and actors and in ensemble work. Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in applied voice and permission of the instructor.
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3.00 Credits
A sound and performance course exploring experimental music, audio art, and interdisciplinary performance practices. Participants are exposed to the work and ideas of new music composers and sound art practitioners, receive hands-on instruction with tools (software, hardware, etc.) and techniques for the creation of sound and performance works, and create and present works of their own.
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3.00 Credits
Continuation of MUS 120. Topics include chromatic harmony and voice-leading, counterpoint, and classical forms. Students normally enroll in MUS 221 concurrently. Prerequisite: MUS 120.
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1.00 Credits
Continuation of MUS 12M. Intermediate sight singing, melodic and harmonic dictation, keyboard harmony, and improvisation. Prerequisite: MUS 120 and MUS 121, or permission of the instructor.
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3.00 Credits
Survey of music literature and history from the medieval period to the 20th century, emphasizing style, forms, cultural context, and performance practice. Prerequisite: MUS 110 or permission of the instructor.
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3.00 Credits
Continuation of MUS 220. Topics include melodic, harmonic, rhythmic and textural materials of the music of the romantic period, the post-romantic period including impressionistic styles, and the contemporary period. Students normally enroll in MUS 321 concurrently. Prerequisite: MUS 220.
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