MUSC 1010 Music Fundamentals

This course is designed primarily for the student whose area of emphasis is not music. It acquaints the student with basic music theory (reading and writing music). Students actively participate in the process of creating and performing music. They develop an appreciation for the contribution of music to culture and learn to make aesthetic and intellectual judgments regarding music. (2 lect., 2 lab) ARTS

Credits

3 credits

Transfer Status

Transferable to UW

Major Topics

  • Read music
  • Play music
  • Listen to music
  • Analyze music

Outcomes

In order to successfully complete this course, the student will:

1. Describe and apply basic principles of music theory

2. Compose and perform simple rhythms

3. Listen to and analyze melodic and harmonic components of music, making intellectual and aesthetic judgments

4. Research, identify, and evaluate music?s contribution and significance to diverse cultures within their historical context