MUSC112 Music Theory II
Department of Arts and Communication: Music
- I. Course Number and Title
- MUSC112 Music Theory II
- II. Number of Credits
- 3 credits
- III. Number of Instructional Minutes
- 2250
- IV. Prerequisites
- MUSC111 (C or better)
- Corequisites
- MUSC116 Ear Training II
- V. Other Pertinent Information
- None
- VI. Catalog Course Description
- Music Theory II explores elements of diatonic harmony (including qualities and inversions of triads and seventh chords, non-harmonic tones, and modulation to closely related keys). A continuation of Music Theory I and intended for music majors, MUSC112 must be taken in conjunction with MUSC116 Ear Training II.
- VII. Required Course Content and Direction
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Course Learning Goals
Students will:
- Analyze diatonic harmonies such as chord qualities, inversions of triads and seventh chords, non-harmonic tones, and modulations to closely related keys; and
- Construct diatonic harmonies such as chord qualities, inversions of triads and seventh chords, non-harmonic tones, and modulations to closely related keys.
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Planned Sequence of Topics and/or Learning Activities
- define, identify, and construct 1st inversion triads, six-four chords, and leading tone triads in all major/minor keys
- demonstrate proper usage of 1st inversion triads, six-four chords, and leading tone triads via applied harmonization tasks
- examine the use of non-chord tones (passing tones, neighbor tones, escape tones, pedal tones, appoggiaturas, suspensions, retardations, and anticipations etc.) in functional harmony and practice their proper applications in part-writing tasks
- define, identify, and construct diatonic seventh chords with regard to their qualities and inversions in all major/minor keys
- practice modulation to closely-related keys in a homophonic setting
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Assessment Methods for Course Learning Goals
Course-specific content will be assessed via homework assignments (workbook and instructor-generated), quizzes, and exams. A departmentally-generated final comprehensive examination will be administered to assess all subject matter components that are detailed in the Learning Goals for this course. -
Reference, Resource, or Learning Materials to be used by Student:
A departmentally-selected textbook and workbook are required for this course. See course syllabus.
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Review/Approval Date - 4/08; New Core 8/2015; Revised: 6/20/2023