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Oct 23, 2026
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MUSC 1104 - Fundamentals of Music
Credits: 3
Catalog Description
Basic introduction to music notation and reading instruction in rhythm, note reading, scales, key signatures, intervals, triads and listening analysis. Intended for students desiring to improve music reading skills.
Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MnTC) Goal Area(s) fulfilled: Goal 06C: The Humanities and Fine Arts
Additional fee to student: No
Learner Outcomes
- Demonstrate understanding of musical terminology and symbols.
- Identify staff note names in treble and bass clefs.
- Recognize and perform rhythmic patterns using a variety of note values and time signatures.
- Identify and construct major, minor and chromatic scales and key signatures.
- Accurately analyze major and minor triads and intervals.
- Demonstrate an awareness and appreciation of the scope of musical works.
- Critically analyze the use of musical elements in a variety of musical works.
- Create and perform brief musical compositions.
- Identify contexts in which musical skills can be applied outside of classroom.
Major Areas of Course Content
- Musical terminology and notation
- Rhythmic notation and performance
- Major/minor scales, triads and key signatures
- Application of musical elements to a variety of listening, performing and written evaluations
- Exploring contexts to use musical skills
Credit for Prior Learning Options
Course-Specific Exam
Credit for Prior Learning Option Procedure(s)
Contact Department Chair.
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