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Advanced music theory (aural perception and analysis of, and writing exercises in chromatic harmony)
This course reinforces the concepts taught in MUSI171 and 172 and continues to develop familiarity with chromatic chords in tonal music. Regular class attendance and participation will be necessary to pass this course.
MUSI105 or MUSI172
MUSI201, MUSI205, MUSI213, MUSI214, MUSI215, MUSI219
For further information see Centre for Fine Arts Music and Theatre Head of Department
(a) Aural (25%) Given the tonic chord, aural recognition and identification of diatonic and common chromatic 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)(b) Writing (40%)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(c) Harmonic analysis (35%)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 and other 7th chords * Types of 6/4 chord * Non-chord notes (non-harmonic tones) * Secondary dominant chords * Chromatic harmony including Secondary diminished 7th chords, mixture chords, Neapolitan 6th chords and augmented 6th chords * Modulation to common closely related keys V, MAJOR I to vi, IV, ii, iii MINOR I to III, v and ivAssessments: (in the normal lecture times above) Test 1: (a, b, c, each 10%) Thursday 1 April Test 2: (a 15%, c 25%) Wednesday 2 June Test 3: (b 30%) Thursday 3 June
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 $917.00
International fee $4,124.00
* 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 .