2024-2025 Academic Catalog

MUS 119 Sight Singing and Aural Skills

An introduction to aural skills with an emphasis on sight singing, rhythmic and melodic identification, analysis and creation of melody,and simple part-singing designed for aural development. Materials will focus on rhythm and meter, basic conducting patterns, diatonic melodies, and use of solfege. This course emphasizes the aural component of musicianship and is highly recommended for anyone interested in music performance of all kinds.  No previous musical background is required.

Credits

3

Offered

Annual Spring Semester