Music! Music! Music!

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399 Note: For music majors, no grade below a " C " in the major will be applicable or acceptable for fulfilling degree requirements. Lower Division MUS 101 Understanding and Appreciation of Music (5) Introduction to the elements and nature of music and musical expression in Western and non-Western traditions, including examples from ethnic minorities and women composers; assessment of artistic content and the role of music in society. GE C1 MUS 105 Appreciation of Jazz (5) Introduction and examination of characteristics, techniques, styles, terms, and methods found in the jazz tradition. This examination will include critical issues related to the social and cultural history of African-Americans and how that history influenced the creation of the music. GE C1 MUS 111 Introduction to Music Technology (3) The examination of computer applications for the notation of music, sequencing, and recording, as well as an introduction to the equipment and principles of onsite recording and sound reinforcement. digital synthesis. Open to all students. May not be used to satisfy the requirements for the music major. Investigation of the musical materials and principles of traditional tonal practice including figured bass, four-part harmony through dominant seventh chords, and lead-sheet chord symbols; group performance of individual projects and introduction to computer notation. Prerequisite: MUS 120 or satisfactory score on theory placement examination. Required: Concurrent enrollment in MUS 124. MUS 123 Studio Instruction (1) Individual instruction in voice and in various musical instruments. Information regarding offerings each quarter, as well as registration procedures and admission approval, must be obtained from the department for each registration. Admission only to music majors or minors, on a proficiency placement basis. MUS 124 Basic Theory Skills (1) Practice in melodic, harmonic and rhythmic dictation in the classroom and at the computer lab, sight singing, and keyboard harmony. Prerequisite: MUS 120 or satisfactory score on theory placement examination. Required: Concurrent enrollment in MUS 122. MUS 152 Theory II (5) Continued examination of traditional tonal practice including diatonic and chromatic seventh chords, modulation, and modal mixture; individual creative projects with group performance. Prerequisite: MUS 122 or satisfactory score on theory placement examination. Required: Concurrent enrollment in MUS 154. MUS 154 Intermediate Theory Skills (1) Intermediate-level melodic, harmonic and rhythmic dictation in the classroom and at the computer lab; sight singing; and keyboard harmony. Prerequisite: MUS 124 or departmental consent. Required: Concurrent enrollment in MUS 152. MUS 175 Composition Seminar (1) Introduction and …