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MUSC 1295 - Keyboard Theory II


This course reinforces core music theory concepts through the development of rudimentary keyboard skills taught in a group setting. Emphasis is placed on the preparation for a piano proficiency exam required of most four-year music programs. Second in a four-semester sequence, MUSC 1295 Keyboard Theory II covers minor keys, modes, parallel scales and arpeggios, secondary triads, and seventh chords.

Credits: 1

Instructional Method Lab

Comments: Course # was MUSC 1301 prior to Fall 2016.

Prerequisites:
MUSC 1290 Class Piano I (previously MUSC 1300)

Minimum Student Competencies
Upon completion of MUSC 1295 Keyboard Theory II, the student will:

  1. Realize standard music notation as a musical performance on a keyboard instrument.
  2. Execute technique (scale patterns and chord progressions) in a variety of keys.
  3. Transpose musical compositions at the keyboard.
  4. Harmonize melodies using various accompaniment patterns.
  5. Improvise melodies and accompaniments.
  6. Sight-read musical works of appropriate difficulty.
  7. Prepare assigned repertoire so that it is recital-ready.




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