Kodaly Solfege, Harmony and Analysis 2

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Provides an in-depth coverage of the structures and aesthetics of medieval and renaissance music. Reviews basic triadic progressions in keyboard style, introduces principles of voice leading, nonchord tones, using diatonic common chords. Investigates the harmonization of melodies and harmonic progressions through a wide range of activities. Musical materials will include selected multicultural folk music and art music examples. The study of medieval and renaissance music will be done through singing, ear training, improvisation, composition, analysis and keyboard. Offered in fall. Prereq: C or higher in MUSI 112.