Written Theory II
Spring semesters • MWF • 9:00-9:50 AM
Whitney 130
Whitney 130
Course Description
This course is a continuation of the concepts and skills learned in MUSC 1030 Written Theory I. Topics include four-voice part-writing, prolongation of the tonic and dominant areas, diatonic harmonies and root progressions, embellishing tones, seven-diminished-seven chords, motives and phrase structures, diatonic sequences, and secondary function.
This course is a continuation of the concepts and skills learned in MUSC 1030 Written Theory I. Topics include four-voice part-writing, prolongation of the tonic and dominant areas, diatonic harmonies and root progressions, embellishing tones, seven-diminished-seven chords, motives and phrase structures, diatonic sequences, and secondary function.
Required Materials
- The Musician's Guide to Theory and Analysis (3rd edition) by Jane Piper Clendinning and Elizabeth West Martin
- The Musician's Guide Workbook (3rd edition) by Jane Piper Clendinning and Elizabeth West Martin
- Manuscript Paper (or equivalent)
- SanDisk 2 GB Cruzer Micro USB Flash Drive (or equivalent)
- Sennheiser HD 202 II Professional Headphones (or equivalent)
Resources
- Syllabus/Calendar (PDF)
- Fundamentals Kit (PDF)
- Theory Quick Facts (PDF)