MUS 120 Fundamentals of Music

4 Credit(s) CEA

An introductory course in the fundamentals of music theory and ear training. The course includes basic notation, scales, intervals, and chords. The course will also develop basic melodic, harmonic and rhythmic aural skills through listening, dictation and singing exercises. No previous musical experience is required. Open to all students. Required for all Music Majors and Music Minors who do not achieve a satisfactory grade on the fundamentals portion of the Music Theory Placement Examination. Satisfies a music theory requirement for the Music minor, Music Technology minor and Certificate in Music Technology. This course must be passed with a grade of C or better in order to register for MUS132N and MUS122. Four lecture hours per week. Offered every fall semester.