MUSI 1121: Music Theory I

2 Credit Hours

Prerequisite: Must be a fully admitted music major or minor; placement determined by proficiency test.
A correlated study of rhythmic, melodic and harmonic aspects of music common practice. Development of basic skills in music theory and harmony including practical application through part-writing. Components include composition, improvisation and practical keyboard applications.

Course Learning Outcomes
Students who successfully complete this course will be able to:

Identify and notate basic scales, chords, and non-chord tones in common-practice harmony.
Compose a first-species counterpoint in major and minor mode.
Identify and explain common errors in a sample chorale.
Compose simple works in single-line, duet, and chorale textures.