BASIC CONCEPTS OF MUSIC THEORY

MUSIC 151

Course Description

Basic tools of music theory and compositional forms. Explores development of music through general survey of musical styles. Practical application of concepts includes listening maps and simple composition projects. Includes performance opportunities in simulated real world settings.

Prerequisties

None

Satisfies

This course does not satisfy any prerequisites.

Credits

Offered

Fall, Spring

Grade Point Average

3.53

3.3% from Historical

Completion Rate

94.12%

-1.24% from Historical

A Rate

63.87%

14.01% from Historical

Class Size

119

28.91% from Historical

Instructors (2025 Fall)

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Jamie HENKE-PAUSTIAN

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4.5

Rating

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