MUS 101 Fundamentals of Music Theory
The basic concepts of western classical common practice music, including notation, terminology, and rudiments of harmony, sight singing, and ear training. No prior knowledge of western classical music theory is assumed, nor is any proficiency on an instrument required. Music majors typically are assigned to this course via their score on the Theory Entrance Test and must complete the course successfully as a prerequisite for MUS 121 Ear Training and Sight Singing I and MUS 123 Harmony I; they cannot use it to fulfill degree requirements nor to fulfill an elective. Non-music majors may enroll in MUS 101 without taking the Theory Entrance Test and may use the course for elective credit.