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Music theory with aural and written analysis
The course aims to develop familiarity with basic harmonic practices in tonal music (continued in MUSI172 and MUSI271). Regular attendance and class participation will be expected.
MUSI105, MUSI114, MUSI205
Christopher Cree Brown
Suzanne McLachlan
Course Content and Assessment Weightings 1. Aural recognition (10%)Given the tonic chord, aural recognition and identification of diatonic-chords and their inversions, using either figured bass or Roman numerals, individually, in a group of chords with a common pitch, and in a short progression for SATB, with a given treble line (write the bass line and identify the chords)2. Writing (45%)• Harmonisation of short SATB chorale phrases with given treble part, using correct part writing and chord spacing, with identification of chords under the stave using Roman numerals or figured bass symbols. Includes non-chord notes.• Simple counterpoint: Completion of a two part counterpoint with one given line, using correct part writing, with identification of chords under the stave using Roman numerals or figured bass symbols.3. Analysis of printed music extracts (45%)Analysis of a 2-stave piano texture or reduced orchestral score, identifying key areas and modulations, chords, non-chord notes, and important features which go hand in hand with harmony (eg, texture, dynamics, melodic climax points, etc) Harmonic vocabulary: Chord spacing and 4 part writing All diatonic chords including dominant 7th Types of 6/4 chord Non-chord notes Modulation from I to V and i to IIIAssessment Written Assignment 1: (10% = Writing 5%, Analysis 5%) 3pm Thursday 18 MarchWritten Assignment 2: (10%= Writing 5%, Analysis 5%) 3pm Thursday 20 MayTests in the normal lecture times above Test 1: (35% Aural=5%, Writing=15%, Analysis=15%) Thursday 1 AprilTest 2: (45% Aural=5%, Writing=20%, Analysis=20%) Thursday 3 June
MUSI 171 Course Reader 2010 ;
Ottman, Robert W; Elementary harmony : theory and practice ; 5th ed; Prentice Hall, 1998.
Ottman, Robert W; Workbook for Elementary harmony : theory and practice ; 5th ed; Prentice-Hall, 1998.
Setchell, Martin; Aural Analysis and Notation ; (Copies available from School of Music Resource Library).
Other Materials Required2B pencils and manuscript paper, soft eraser
The following table shows how to translate grades to numerical scores: A+ 85-100 B- 60-64 A 80-84 C+ 55-59 A- 75-79 C 50-54 B+ 70-74 D 35-49 B 65-69 E 0-34The grade C- is used as a non-continuing pass. It entitles a student to pass the course but it does not provide entry to those advancing courses which require the original course as a prerequisite.
All items of assessment must be submitted by the due date and time. In the case of illness or critical circumstance which might make it impossible for an item to be submitted in time, contact must be made with the Course Coordinator before the due date and application made for an extension of time. The application must explain the circumstances of the delay, and any extension will be at the discretion of the Course Coordinator.
All essay and assignment material must be firmly secured (stapled, or bound in a folder), and contain on the front page or cover the following information: Student name, Course number, Lecturer. Unless the class is instructed to the contrary, the assignment should be posted in the appropriate box at the School of Music counter by the due date.
Domestic fee $751.00
International fee $3,375.00
* All fees are inclusive of NZ GST or any equivalent overseas tax, and do not include any programme level discount or additional course-related expenses.
For further information see Centre for Fine Arts Music and Theatre .