Crosslisted with AMS 351. The basic concepts of music such as melody, harmony, rhythm, counterpoint, and form are studied through investigation of the historical and contemporary masterpieces of the Western classical tradition, various non-Western music, and various popular traditions. The different styles and types of music are considered not only in light of the cultural values they embody, but also in relation to present-day cultural and musical values. No previous musical training is assumed. Not for credit after MUS 130.
Special attention is paid to various syntheses of African and European traditions.
The Elements of Music Perry Goldstein Beginning with the rudiments of music, such as meter, tempo, rhythm, and how to read notes in several clefs, this hands-on course goes on to examine how music is organized, covering scales, keys, intervals, chords, form, and style in classical music. Students also compose throughout the semester and sharpen their listening skills through attendance at concerts. Serves as prerequisite to many music department courses. Voice Anastashia Glasheen Individual weekly voice lessons with required practice. Students are required to play for a jury at the end of each term.