SPRING 2019 CENTRAL TEXAS COLLEGE MUSI 1301 FUNDAMENTALS OF MUSIC Semester Hours Credit: 3 INSTRUCTOR:. OFFICE HOURS: I. INTRODUCTION A. Introduction to the basic elements of music theory for non-music majors: scales, intervals, keys, triads, elementary ear training, keyboard harmony, notation, meter, and rhythm. (Does not apply to a music major degree.) B. The purpose of this course is to lay the foundation for music literacy. Fundamentals of Music I is for beginners in music theory and is also a recommended elective for non-music majors. It is a remedial course in the music curriculum designed to challenge and prepare the music major for the required Music Theory courses. C. Prerequisites: None II. LEARNING OUTCOMES Upon successful completion of this course, Fundamentals of Music I, you will be able to: A. Construct all major and minor scales and key signatures. B. Construct simple and compound intervals, triads and seventh chords of any quality C. Identify and perform basic rhythmic and pitch patterns common in tonal music, and properly notate basic rhythms in simple or compound meters. D. Identify fundamental musical elements aurally and/or on the keyboard. E. Use appropriate musical vocabulary to describe theoretical concepts. Refer to SCANS foundations skills (F) and workplace competencies (C): C3, C5, C6, C7, C8, C18, C19, F5, F7, F9, F10, F11, F12 III. INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS Instructional Materials Identified for this course are: A. Schmidt-Jones, C., Understanding Basic Music Theory, OpenStax CNX, Licensed under CC BY 2.0 The book is available for free on these websites: https://open.umn.edu/opentextbooks/textbooks/understandingbasic-music-theory-2013 (PDF download) 12/18/2018 1
https://cnx.org/contents/ktdle6cv@3.74:_gmj4ena@7/understanding-basic-music-theory- Course-Introduction (online/interactive note change in chapter numbering. For example, Chapter 2 corresponds to Chapter 1 in PDF) Or may be purchased at http://www.lulu.com/shop/catherine-schmidt-jones/understanding-basicmusics-theory/paperback/product-20323305.html?utm_source=geniusmonkey In addition, you must be able to access relevant websites, documents, videos, and/or PowerPoint presentations contained in the lessons. These are some of the resources used in this course: http://www.musictheory.net B. Folder for handouts C. Music staff paper IV. COURSE REQUIREMENTS A. Attend class regularly. B. Complete Lesson Assignments as scheduled. B. Obtain class notes from classmates in case of a missed class. C. Make up missed assignments immediately. A computer lab is designed to help the student with make-up work and with additional exercises if needed. Lab hours will be posted. D. Participate in classroom discussions. V. EXAMINATIONS A. There will be three major exams. A review will be conducted in class before each exam. B. Exams will be given on Blackboard with an opening and closing date announced for each exam. Unexpected absences due to illness or extenuating circumstances will require the student to see the instructor about individual make-up examination. C. Students without excused absences will be given a zero for the examination missed. VI. SEMESTER GRADE COMPUTATIONS A. First Exam 20% 12/18/2018 2
Second Exam 20% Final Exam 30% Homework Assignments and Class Participation 30% Total 100% B. A student must take the final examination to receive a grade for the course. VII. NOTES AND ADDITIONAL INSTRUCTIONS FROM COURSE INSTRUCTOR A. Course Withdrawal: It is the student s responsibility to officially withdraw from a course if circumstances prevent attendance. Any student who desires to, or must, officially withdraw from a course after the first scheduled class meeting must file a Central Texas College Application for Withdrawal (CTC Form 59). The withdrawal form must be signed by the student. CTC Form 59 will be accepted at any time prior to Friday of the 12 th week of classes during the 16-week fall and spring semesters. The deadline for sessions of other lengths is: 10-week session Friday of the 7 th week 8-week session Friday of the 6 th week 5-week session Friday of the 3 rd week The equivalent date (75% of the semester) will be used for sessions of other lengths. The specific last day to withdraw is published each semester in the Schedule Bulletin. A student who officially withdraws will be awarded the grade of W provided the student s attendance and academic performance are satisfactory at the time of official withdrawal. Students must file a withdrawal application with the College before they may be considered for withdrawal. A student may not withdraw from a class for which the instructor has previously issued the student a grade of F or FN for nonattendance. B. Administrative Withdrawal: An administrative withdrawal may be initiated when the student fails to meet College attendance requirements. The instructor will assign the appropriate grade on CTC Form 59 for submission to the registrar. C. Incomplete Grade: The College catalog states, An incomplete grade may be given in those cases where the student has completed the majority of the coursework but, because of personal illness, death in the immediate family, or military orders, the student is unable to complete the requirements for a course... Prior approval from the instructor is required before the grade of I for Incomplete is recorded. A student who merely fails to show for the final examination will receive a zero for the final and an F for the course. D. Cellular Phones and Beepers: Cellular phones and beepers will be turned off while the student is in the classroom or laboratory. E. American s With Disabilities Act (ADA): Disability Support Services provides services to students who have appropriate documentation of a disability. Students
requiring accommodations for class are responsible for contacting the Office of Disability Support Services (DSS) located on the central campus. This service is available to all students, regardless of location. Explore the website at www.ctcd.edu/disability-support for further information. Reasonable accommodations will be given in accordance with the federal and state laws through the DSS office. F. Instructor Discretion: The instructor reserves the right of final decision in course requirements. G. Civility: Individuals are expected to be cognizant of what a constructive educational experience is and respectful of those participating in a learning environment. Failure to do so can result in disciplinary action up to and including expulsion. VIII. COURSE OUTLINE A. Lesson One: 1. Learning Outcomes: Upon successful completion of this unit the student will be able to: a. Notate and perform rhythm, simple meters, and compound meters b. Notate and perform pitches on the staff c. Notate and perform keys on the keyboard 2. Learning Activities: a. Read and Study Chapter 1 Notation b. Complete homework/computer assignments c. Tap rhythm patterns d. Locate keys on the keyboard e. Identify notes on the staff (C3, C5, C6, C7, C8, C18, C19, F5, F7, F9, F10, F11, F12) 3. Equipment and Materials: a. Keyboard and headphones b. Instructor handouts c. Computers and software 4. Audio Visual Aids: CD s, records, tapes, and videos as appropriate 5. Lesson Outline: a. Introduce note values, rhythms and meters b. Demonstrate rhythm patterns c. Explain the location of keys on the keyboard d. Label the staff and notes
Lesson Two: 1. Learning Outcomes: Upon successful completion of this unit the student will be able to demonstrate ability to: a. Identify major key signatures and scales b. Identify minor key signatures and scales c. Identify the size and quality of intervals 2. Learning Activities: a. Play major scales b. Play minor scales c. Draw the Circle of Fifths d. Draw Major, minor, diminished, augmented intervals e. Exam (C3, C5, C6, C7, C8, C18, C19, F5, F7, F9, F10, F11, F12) 3. Equipment and Materials: a. Keyboard and headphones b. Instructor handouts c. Computers and software 4. Audio Visual Aids: CD s, records, tapes, and videos as appropriate 5. Lesson Outline: a. Demonstrate major scales b. Demonstrate minor scales c. Draw and explain the circle of 5ths d. Identify the size and quality of intervals C. Lesson Three: 1.Learning Outcomes: Upon successful completion of this unit the student will be able to: a Identify and compose triads b. Identify and compose seventh chords c. Explain the basic concepts of tonal harmony 2. Learning Activities: a. Write and identify triads b. Write and identify Seventh Chords c. Exam (C3, C5, C6, C7, C8, C18, C19, F5, F7, F9, F10, F11, F12) 3. Equipment and Materials:
a. Keyboard and headphones b. Instructor handouts c. Computers and software 4. Audio Visual Aids: CD s, records, tapes, and videos as appropriate 5. Lesson Outline: a. Write and identify triads b. Write and identify seventh chords c. Write and identify harmonic progressions