Music Courses

MUSI 100-3: Introduction to the Theory of Music 1 (3,0,0) 3 credits
MUSI 101-3 Introduction to the Theory of Music 2 (3,0,0) 3 credits
MUSI 115-3: Music Appreciation 1 (3,0,0) 3 credits
MUSI 125-3 Music Appreciation 2 (3,0,0) 3 credits
MUSI 170-3 Chorus 1 (3,0,0) 3 credits
MUSI 180-3 Chorus 2 (3,0,0) 3 credits

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MUSI 1000

Introduction to the Theory of Music 1 (3,0,0) 3 credits

This course will provide the novice instrumentalist or vocalist with an introduction to basic concepts of music theory. Rudiments of rhythm and pitch will be studied through written and aural work. Notation and basic keyboard techniques are also included.

Prerequisite: None

MUSI 1010

Introduction to the Theory of Music 2 (3,0,0) 3 credits

This course is a continuation of MUSI 1000. Students will be introduced to further concepts of rhythm and pitch with the addition of harmony, form, transposition and score study. Students will continue to develop keyboard techniques.

Prerequisite: MUSI 1000

MUSI 1150

Music Appreciation 1 (3,0,0) 3 credits

This introductory course is designed to develop the listening skills of students with little or no music background. As the student becomes aware of the basic elements of music, understanding and appreciation of musical styles is enhanced through a chronological survey beginning with Early Music and ending with 18th Century Classicism. Students will be required to do assigned library listening as well as to write reviews of symphony and chamber music concerts.

Prerequisite: None

MUSI 1250

Music Appreciation 2 (3,0,0) 3 credits

Students will develop their listening skills by examining the musical styles of the 19th and 20th centuries. Students will be required to do assigned library listening as well as to write reviews on symphony and chamber music concerts.

Prerequisite: None

MUSI 1700

Chorus 1 (3,0,0) 3 credits

Weekly rehearsals of chorus repertoire will provide students with vocal and part-singing techniques, large ensemble skills, note-reading skills, and pronunciation of various language texts. Students will be graded on musical proficiency, efficient use of rehearsal time and ability to follow the conductor. There will be aural examinations and a class performance.

Prerequisite: Voice placement interview with instructor on the first day of class. Basic note-reading skills recommended.

MUSI 1800

Chorus 2 (3,0,0) 3 credits

This continuation of MUSI 170 will continue in the study of choral techniques culminating with a year-end public performance. Students will be graded on musical proficiency, efficient use of rehearsal time and ability to follow the conductor. There will be aural examinations.

Prerequisite: MUSI 1700 or audition