MUSI 113 - Musicianship

In this course, students will learn the basics of Western staff notation and explore melody, harmony, texture, and rhythm & meter in European classical music, as well as some other tonal genres, including pop, rock, and folk. Students will apply knowledge in written and online exercises, analysis activities, and music composition. In addition, students will learn how to convert sound into notation and notation into sound through ear training activities, including aural exercises, dictation, and sight singing. Students must take MUSI 98 - Keyboard Skills (30-minute weekly lessons) concurrently. The department will register you and place you in the appropriate level for Keyboard Skills during the first week of class. Every semester. (4 Credits)