MUS 120 Music Fundamentals

For the student interested in exploring and understanding the fundamentals of music, this course begins with the basic elements of music. The study of the various notes, rests, clefs (treble and bass), rhythms, major and minor scales, key signatures, chromatics, sharps and flats, and construction of chords found in music will be covered. No previous instrumental or vocal knowledge or ability on a musical instrument is necessary. Liberal Arts Core Designation: Fine and Performing Arts (FPA). (3)