Theory I

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This is the first of three courses dedicated to the study of harmonic, melodic, and formal structures in common-practice tonal music. After a review of fundamentals, we explore how melodies relate to one another through species counterpoint. We then acquire an understanding of hte melodic and harmonic structures in tonal music through analysis and written exercises. Prerequisites: Students should be able to read music (in treble and bass clefs) and be able to play an instrument and/or sing in class. Corequisite: Students enrolled in MUS 215 must enroll in MUS 216 the same semester. Every fall.