Graduate Fretboard Harmony I

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Introduction to fi ngerboard fundamentals, arpeggios, chords, and scales in all keys in the fi rst seven positions, realization of fi gured bass, har- monization of given melodies, reading lead sheet notation. Graduates are responsible for a written summary outlining an individual approach to teaching fundamentals covered in Fretboard Harmony I. Prerequsite: Graduate Guitar Entrance Exam. (TBA) 5323 Opera History I (1600–1850) 3 This course is a chronological study of opera, focusing on major operatic centers of development, signifi cant composers, their music, and great singers, including recording and video excerpts. (fall, odd) 5422 Vocal Literature Seminar I: German Lieder 2 A survey of German solo song literature with representative composers and poets presented in a historical, musical, and literary context.