(Recommended for Percussion Studies, Jazz Form Analysis, & audition preparation)
MUSIC THEORY I
1 hour weekly
Description:
The basics of music theory - introduction to note reading, key signatures, scales, rhythm, and time signatures, preparing students for further musical studies.
MUSIC THEORY II
1 hour weekly
Description:
A sequence that builds vocabulary and concepts from previous studies by review of circle of fifths and major and minor scales (i.e., scales, key signatures) Continued rhythm work. Introduction to intervals and harmony (i.e. triads, intervals, and chords)
EAR TRAINING (solfège)
One hour weekly.
Description:
Using syllables in the movable-Do solfège system, students learn to identify, read, write, and sing rhythm and melody in treble and bass clef.
Practice of harmonic and melodic intervals to the octave.
One-part melodic dictation and qualities of triads.
The goal is for the student to become adept in recognizing scales, keys, and intervals, as well as chord construction and harmonic analysis.
KEYBOARD SKILLS (piano fundamentals)
One hour weekly.
Description:
Rudiments for beginning students.
A course designed for students who require preliminary studies in keyboard skills before entering any regular Keyboard Studies curriculum.
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