MUST 131. Music Theory I.
(2-2-3); I, II.
Corequisite: MUST 133. An introduction to the basic elements of music theory followed by the study of diatonic functional harmonic elements including cadence types, seventh chords, and root position part-writing in SATB style. Melodic and rhythmic concepts will also be emphasized, and representative aural skills, analysis projects, and keyboard exercises will be included.