Studies two part counterpoint, four part harmony (part-writing, inversions, harmonization, figured bass and non-harmonic tones) and composition of simple period forms. Includes analysis, ear training, solfege, use of notation software and keyboard harmony.

Students will explore a number of musical styles and approaches, including twentieth century techniques, in the process of creating their own works. Students will read compositions in class, with the possibility of performances at the end of the semester.

With varied repertoire, an intermediate-level women's choir providing excellent vocal training, occasional solo opportunities, and a structured sight-singing curriculum. Performs on and off campus, sometimes with men's choruses and orchestra. Previous ensemble experience is helpful, though not a prerequisite.

Studies and presents a variety of orchestra repertoire on and off campus. Multiple opportunities to perform each semester.

Novice squad for first-year rowers and coxswain; varsity squad participation in three fall and seven spring regattas and NEWMAC Championship. ECAC and NCAA National Championship regattas by invitation annually.

This course will focus on learning by ear and playing the polyrhythmic traditional music of the peoples of southern Ghana, Togo and Benin, including sections of Adjogbo and Agbekor. All students will learn drum, rattle and bell parts, some songs and some dance steps as well. Non musicians are welcome, but practicing between classes is required. The group will perform in a workshop at the end of the semester.

Novice squad for first-year rowers and coxswain; varsity squad participation in three fall and seven spring regattas and NEWMAC Championship. ECAC and NCAA National Championship regattas by invitation annually.

The Vocal Jazz Ensemble is a select group of singers which performs classic and contemporary jazz vocal music. The group performs in concert twice a semester and occasionally off campus as well. Solo opportunities also exist with the Big Band and Chamber Jazz Ensembles for students enrolled in Vocal Jazz.

Includes 20 games per season. Seven Sisters Tournament and NEWMAC Championship. Season runs from October through March.

Includes dual matches, invitational tournaments, Massachusetts and Eastern Intercollegiate Golf Championships.