MUS 117 - Music Theory III

2 credits

The class builds upon concepts mastered in Theory I and II. Compositional skills are strengthened through study of voice leading, different types of motion, common chord progressions, chord resolutions and simple counterpoint. Students will analyze standard compositional forms of different historical periods and will utilize them in their own compositions. This class is intended for students with strong music theory background.

Prerequisite:
MUS 116

Corequisite:
MUS 225

Semester Typically Offered:
Fall Only