CMUS 181 Music Theory I (3 SH)

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Centering on experiential learning, this course will examine the theory of major Western musical styles from the Middle Ages to 1800 noting the variety of genres, compositional practices, and ideas that ultimately inform music making today. The course starts with series counterpoint and moves to part writing, harmonic analysis, and musical form. The ability to read music is required. Prerequisite: CMUS 120.