Theory of Music I

Catalog description

A study of music's structural elements and their usage, directed toward intelligent interpretation and informed performance. MUS 101 covers the fundamentals of musical construction, including scales, keys, chords, meter, and species counterpoint. Recommend taking concurrently with MUS 151 . Required of music majors and open to all students with permission of instructor. Students must be able to read music fluently in at least one clef before enrolling in this course.