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MUSC0209A-F23

Composition I

Music I
Music I focuses on the materials and grammar of music through compositional exercises. As part of these explorations, we will examine the elements of harmony (scales, triads and seventh chords), notation, rhythm, polyrhythm, binary and ternary forms, two-voice counterpoint, variation, transposition, as well as skills in conducting, analysis, ear-training, and sight-singing. Students will write short pieces for a variety of instruments and ensembles, notate their pieces, and rehearse and perform them, thereby learning about music through discovery and observation. The assignments are designed for students with or without compositional experience. (Ability to play an instrument or sing; MUSC 0160, or passing score on the MUSC 0160 placement exam) 3 hrs. lect./1 hr. lab.
Course Reference Number (CRN):
90047
Subject Code:
MUSC
Course Number:
0209
Section Identifier:
A

Course

MUSC 0209

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Fall 2023

MUSC0209A-F23 Lecture (Quayle)
MUSC0209Z-F23 Discussion (Quayle)