Humanities Arts Cultural Stu 0119 - Musical Beginnings

This course focuses on the broad fundamentals of western music and music theory, including music literacy (how to read western music notation). We will study concepts such as pitch, melody, timbre, and texture, and learn about rhythm, intervals, scales, chords, and harmony. We will also develop our musical understanding through composing music and through "deep listening" in classwork and concerts. Students are required to attend a once/week ear training class, either Monday or Thursday evening, from 7:00 to 8:30 pm. No prior music training or literacy is required. (keywords: music theory, listening, composition, ear training)

Students in this course can expect to spend 6 hours weekly on work and preparation outside of class time.