Music - Fundamentals of Music

Fundamentals of Music (MUSC 1150)

Total Credits: 3
Lecture Credits: 3.00
Lab Credits: 0.00

Description: This course introduces the basic vocabulary for music terms, symbols, and elements needed for music reading and writing. You will learn the essentials of standard music notation, its relationship to the piano keyboard and to sound itself. In addition, you will develop skills that will help you with further musical study, including private study of voice or an instrument, music ensemble participation, and advanced work in music theory.

Topical Outline:

Learning Outcomes:
1. 1. Engage in the creative process by notating sound and silence
2. 2. Understand the process of creation expression in music
3. 3. Engage in the creative process by performing basic notated pieces
4. 4. Understand the concept of tonality and harmony

Prerequisites: 

Placement score into READ 1300 or completion of READ 0200 or ESOL 0052.

MnTC: Goal 6