2009-2010 Undergraduate Bulletin (pdf) - LaGrange College

MUSI 1109 Beginning Classical Guitar. (1) As needed
Basic techniques of Classical guitar taught in a classroom setting, intended
for non-music majors. The course includes fundamentals of reading music
and understanding elementary music theory. In addition, students will
study examples of simple folk music and music for worship. A selection
of the most useful guitar chords, suitable for beginners, and basic
accompaniment patterns will be taught to allow the students to accompany
their singing. Students will need to own an acoustic guitar and plan for
daily practice time.
MUSI 1110 Literature and Language of Music 1. (1) Fall
This course will acquaint students with the appropriate language needed
for a precise discussion of music and the literature that corresponds to
musical evolution since notation developed. The course will also have a
strong listening component, thereby encouraging more discriminate
listening.
MUSI 1111 Literature and Language of Music 2. (1) Spring
Continuation of MUSI 1110.
MUSI 1112 Music Survey. (3)* As needed
A broad survey of music aimed at developing aesthetic awareness and
critical analysis of music from diverse styles and genres.
MUSI 1113 Ear Training 1. (2) Fall
This course is designed to provide the student with basic sight singing and
listening skills. Some lab time will be devoted to internet music resources
and notation using FINALE. Other topics will include basic MAC
computer skills especially as they pertain to music theory and CAI in
music theory and ear training. Must be taken with MUSI 1101.
Prerequisite: MUSI 1100 or passing score on Theory Placement Exam
MUSI 1114 Ear Training 2. (2) Spring
Continuation of MUSI 1114. Must be taken with MUSI 1102.
Prerequisite: MUSI 1101 and MUSI 1113
MUSI 1211 Composition 1. (1) Spring
Score preparation, performance, and recording of works created by the
student. This is a seminar class; therefore, peer evaluation and
commentary is part of the classroom experience. At least one work must
be offered in the recital given by the composition class at the end of the term.
Prerequisite: MUSI 1101 and MUSI 1113
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