Music Fundamentals

PW-110

The study of music fundamentals and their use in contemporary popular music for students with no prior literacy in music. This study includes aural analysis of contemporary songs, including form, chord quality, and the role of the rhythm section. It will lead to a basic understanding of harmony, bass lines, rhythmic language, and form.

Credits
2
Prerequisites
None
Required Of
All entering students testing into this course.
Electable By
All B.M. and P.D. students
Semesters Offered
Fall, Spring, Summer
Department
HARM
Course Chair
George Russell Jr.
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