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MUS. 131 –  Harmony I (CRN: 82738) at  College of San Mateo for Fall 2024

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MUS. 131 Harmony I

An in-depth exploration into the basic structures of tonal music and how these elements intertwine. Topics include meter, scales, keys, intervals and triads, transposition, phrase structure, Roman numeral analysis, and an introduction to voice leading in 4 parts. Assignments focus on building solid written skills, contextual analysis of classical and popular music, and creative composition. Concurrent enrollment in MUS. 111 is strongly recommended for music majors.

Units: 3
Degree Credit
Letter Grade Only
  • Lecture hours/semester: 48-54
  • Homework hours/semester: 96-108
Prerequisites: MUS. 100 or MUS. 301 or MUS. 371 or MUS. 401 or equivalent. Students who feel they meet the prerequisite through prior experience should complete a short assessment of basic music skills in the assessment center (Bldg. 10-370. See also http://collegeofsanmateo.edu/assessment.)
Corequisites: None
AA/AS Degree Requirements: Area E5c
Transfer Credit: CSU (CSU GE Area C1), UC (IGETC Area 3A)
C-ID: MUS 120

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Department: Music

Number of Units: 3


Fee Description Type Amount
Book-Inclusive Digital Acc-CSM Flat Fee $60
Section
BA - Lecture and/or Discussion
Meeting Date: 08/15-12/05
Meeting Time: 11:10am-12:25pm
Days: T, Th
Building: 02 Room: 0250
Instructor: Jane Jackson
Critical Dates for this Course Date
Last day to add class August 27, 2024
Last day to drop with a refund August 27, 2024
Last day to drop without a "W" September 2, 2024
Last day to drop with a "W" November 13, 2024
Last day to change to Pass/No Pass Grading Option December 5, 2024
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