MUSI 1312 Music Theory II

The study of analysis and writing of tonal melody and diatonic harmony, including all diatonic chords and seventh chords in root position and inversions, non-chord tones, and functional harmony. Introduction to more complex topics, such as modulation, may occur. Optional correlated study at the keyboard.

Credits

3:3:0

Corequisite

Students enrolled in Music Theory II music also enroll in the following courses: MUSI 1182 and MUSI 1117

Offered

Spring

Outcomes

1. 1. Construct and identify all triads and seventh chords in root position and inversions.
2. 2. Properly utilize and identify all non-chord tones.
3. 3. Analyze harmonic progressions utilizing standard roman-numeral symbols.
4. 4. Compose original harmonic progressions that properly utilize functional harmony.
5. 5. Demonstrate on the keyboard musical concepts covered in class, including triads in inversions and progressions with non-chord tones.
6. 6. Demonstrate an understanding of rhythmic meter and note duration through score analysis and composition.