MUSC 155 - Music Theory 2B

1 Credits

Fifth module in the music theory sequence. Dominant seventh chords. Predominant harmonies. Melodic harmonization. Expansions of the basic phrase. 6/4 chords.

Pre-requisite(s) MUSC 154
Fees

Quarters Typically Offered

Designed to Serve Any student wishing to learn music theory for either improving musical performance or learning analysis.
Active Date 2013-04-15

Grading System Decimal Grade
Class Limit 30
Contact Hours: Lecture 11 Lab 0 Worksite 0 Clinical 0 Other 0
Total Contact Hours 11
Degree Distributions:
AA

Humanities Area II

Course Outline
I. V7 and its inversions II. Figured bass III. Predominant harmonies IV. Harmonizing chorale melodies V. 6/4 chords VI. Expansions of the tonic area

Student Learning Outcomes
Resolve dominant seventh chords.

Demonstrate understanding of figured bass.

Demonstrate understanding of the role of predominant harmonies.

Harmonize a given melody in SATB style.

Identify the various types of 6/4 chords and their functions.

Demonstrate ability to expand the tonic area of the basic phrase.