2017-2018 Catalog 
    
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2017-2018 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

MUS 110 - Fundamentals of Music Theory


(0.50 unit)

A basic course introducing the materials of music-notation, intervals, rhythm and meter, scales, key signatures, triads and seventh chords, Roman numerals and figured bass; introduction to counterpoint. Both written and aural skills are emphasized. All students taking MUS 110 are expected to be familiar with the topography of the piano keyboard (i.e., layout of black and white keys and their names) and have at least basic competency reading treble and bass clefs. Fluency in at least one of the clefs is highly recommended. 1st half of the semester.