MUSIC 111 - Music Theory 1

3 credits

This course focuses on analysis and composition. Students will analyze selected music from the 18th, 19th and 20th centuries. Analysis will indicate the function and quality of the chord in key. Students will also analyze secondary dominants and key modulations. Students will compose over a figured bass, and will use standard Common Practice rules and proper voice leading in the composition. Selected compositions will be performed in a concert.

Notes: May be taken for Honors.

Prerequisites: MUSIC 110 Basic Musicianship.