This is the fourth level of ear training and sight singing and incorporates advanced melodic, harmonic, and rhythmic dictation skills with advanced pitch and rhythmic singing skills. This is a survey course in basic fundamentals of music, and from this foundation moving into a better understanding of styles and music from different periods in history. The main purpose is for students to gain a broader understanding of and appreciation for many types and styles of music. We will also see how music is influenced by social, religious, political, and scientific advancements happening in the world at any given time. An in-depth study of music from medieval to contemporary periods.
Emphasis is on stylistic analysis of significant musical works from each period.
Designed for music majors and minors. This course is directed toward students in the elementary education program. It is designed to show how music can be taught and integrated into other areas of the elementary classroom curriculum. Traditional areas of music instruction will be covered including fundamentals of music, singing, playing instruments, listening, moving to music, and creative experiences with music. Students will also study multicultural approaches to teaching and practice writing lesson plans focusing on the needs and interests of young children.