Sight singing and ear training enhance the musician's ability to envision the sound of a musical composition from an examination of the printed score. Elementary harmony and analysis including modes, triads and inversions, melodic construction and simple harmonization with primary and secondary triads are included. Students study classical music as it happens in everyday life, on the radio, and in the concert hall. Class presentations explore traditional classical music concepts using repertoire connected in a variety of innovative ways, not simply chronologically. Students pursue independent musical interests by creating their own programs and by attending several public concerts.
Students also learn to write program notes for classical music concerts.
Offered on demand. W A chronological study of music from its origins through the 20th century is presented. The first semester extends through the early 18th century. Both semesters require a research project and score analysis. Offered even-numbered years.