MP 2110 - Theories of Musical Practice II

Credits: 3

In this sophomore-level music theory course, students develop a comprehensive view of tonal music and functional harmony based in the Classical tradition, with significant exposure to Jazz, Popular, and World Music styles as well. Through both instructor-led and individual analysis projects, listening exercises, and short composition exercises, students will learn how chromatic pre-dominant chords, 7th chords, secondary chords, key modulations, and non-chord tones function in different styles of music. Students will also develop skills reading and writing traditional notation, figured-bass notation, and writing lead sheets.

Prerequisites: MP 1110 - Theories of Musical Practice I and MP 1140 - Musicianship

Course Learning Outcomes:

Identify pivot chords & chromatic pre-dominant chords.
Analyze modulations, secondary chord functions, 7th chords, and non-chord tones.
Apply figured bass notation.
Create 4-part harmony in multiple key areas.