Undergraduate Catalog 2024-2025

MUSC 3100 Music Theory IV

Course content focuses on linear chromaticism, nonfunctional harmony, ninth chords, eleventh chords, thirteenth chords, free tonality, set theory, serial procedures and indeterminacy.

Registration Name

Music Theory IV

Lecture Hours

3

Lab Hours

0

Credits

3

Prerequisite

MUSC 2250, MUSC 2260

Corequisite

MUSC 3110

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon the completion of this course, students will be able to demonstrate the following outcome-based learning skills:

  • Identify and apply important concepts of scales, keys, intervals, triads, seventh chords, four-part harmony, voice leading, chordal analysis, figured bass, harmonic progression, cadences, nonharmonic tones, continuing extended and chromatic harmonies, larger forms, aspects of Romantic Period theory, Post-Romantic style, Impressionism and related styles, and considerations of contemporary theory.
  • Employ correct music calligraphy.
  • Incorporate these elements and principles in SATB part writing and/or original compositions.