Course Format
You will read each of the units and take a quiz after each unit. Each quiz is worth one point.
You will also complete standard written assignments, which are graded by the instructor. This includes the Concert Attendance Report.
Exam 1 and Exam 2 are proctored assessments. See the Taking Proctored Assessments section of the Syllabus.
Major Topics to be Included
- Stylistic analysis of the various musical periods
- Comparative study of music and related arts
- Study of basic compositional techniques and forms
- Study of all elements found in music
- Application of above knowledge to listening of recorded music
- Application of above knowledge to live performances in the form of a critique