Music Theory I

Catalog description

Prerequisite: MUS 100B or music theory placement test. Corequisites: MUS 100B and MUS 105. Introduction to musical elements of notation, scales, key signatures, rhythms, melodies and harmonies, and their application within the context of music theory. Students must possess at least a basic understanding of music notation (names of notes, note values, etc.) when enrolling in this course as demonstrated by a grade of C or higher on the music theory placement test given on the first day of class. Those students not earning a C or higher will be concurrently enrolled in MUS 100B for the semester in order to strengthen foundation skills and continue as a music major.