MUSC 1100 Music Theory I

Fundamentals of music including pitch, notation, rhythm, scales, key, mode, intervals and triads. Further aspects of harmony, melody, melodic construction and voice leading are introduced, with emphasis upon the development of written music skills.

Registration Name

Music Theory I

Lecture Hours

3

Lab Hours

0

Credits

3

Prerequisite

MUSC 1050, score of 3 or higher on the AP Music Theory Test, or passing score on the Music Theory Placement exam

Corequisite

MUSC 1110.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon the completion of this course, students will be able to demonstrate the following outcome-based learning skills:

1. Identify and apply important concepts of music notation, scales, keys, intervals, triads, four-part harmony, voice leading, chordal analysis, figured bass, harmonic progression, cadences, and nonharmonic tones.
2. Employ correct music calligraphy. 
3. Incorporate these elements and principles in SATB part writing.
4. Develop a vocabulary and critical thinking skills to analyze music, recognize, distinguish and integrate concepts, and form conclusions.