MUSI 201 Music Theory 3
This course is a continuation of Music Theory 2. It covers secondary harmonic functions, modulations, binary and ternary forms, mode mixture, Neapolitan chords and augmented sixth chords. It includes harmonic analysis and keyboard and composition skills in these areas of focus.
MUSI 201Music Theory 3
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I. General Information
II. Course Specification
Course Type
Program Requirement
Credit Hours Narrative
3 Credits
Semester Contact Hours Lecture
45
Semester Contact Hours Lab
0
III. Catalog Course Description
This course is a continuation of Music Theory 2. It covers secondary harmonic functions, modulations, binary and ternary forms, mode mixture, Neapolitan chords and augmented sixth chords. It includes harmonic analysis and keyboard and composition skills in these areas of focus.
IV. Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to:
- Recognize, analyze, write, and resolve secondary-dominant harmonies.
- Analyze and write music that involves modulations.
- Analyze the structure of music in binary and ternary forms.
- Analyze and write music that includes borrowed chords and/or modulations using mode mixture.
- Recognize, analyze, and/or write music that includes Neapolitan chords and augmented sixth chords.
V. Topical Outline (Course Content)
Secondary Chord Functions Modulations Using Diatonic Common Chords Other Modulatory Techniques Larger Forms Mode Mixture and the Neapolitan Chord Augmented Sixth Chords Enharmonic Spellings and Modulations
VI. Delivery Methodologies
Specific Course Activity Assignment or Assessment Requirements
Complete assigned exercises and music analysis assignments Four exams per semester