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 Department:    MUSC

 Course #:    113

 Credits:    3

 Variable:     No

 IUs:    3

 CIP:    500903

 EPC:    n/a

 REV:    2024

 Course Description  

This course is designed for those with limited or no keyboard background and includes basic notation, rhythm skills, technique, and sight reading. Each class includes group and individual instruction in ensemble playing and repertoire materials. Music majors with little to no piano experience are required to take this course along with MUSC& 141.

 Prerequisite  

Prerequisite: None.

Contact Hours (based on 11 week quarter)

Lecture: 33

Lab: 0

Other: 0

Systems: 0

Clinical: 0

Intent: Distribution Requirement(s) Status:  

Academic Elective  

Equivalencies At Other Institutions

Learning Outcomes

After completing this course, the student will be able to:

1. Read and play music at an early intermediate level of difficulty.
2. Harmonize simple melodies with I and V7 chords.
3. Read music including scales, notes, rhythm, meter and harmony.
4. Transpose simple melodies.
5. Research and identify performance proficiency standards at two 4-year universities or music conservatories.

General Education Learning Values & Outcomes

Revised August 2008 and affects outlines for 2008 year 1 and later.

Course Contents

1. Basic music theory as it applies to piano playing skills including scales, rhythm, meter, notes, and harmony.
2. Transposition of simple melodies
3. Harmonization of simple melodies
4. Early intermediate piano repertory will be explored.
5. Exploration of piano proficiency exams.