Community Music Engagement Course List

Fundamentals of Music introduces the foundations of music theory. Students will study elements of rhythm, melody, and harmony, as well as learn basic keyboard skills. This course is designed for students with little or no prior musical experience and serves as a preparatory class for other music courses, including MUSC 1101.

MnTC (Goals 6/HU and 2/CT); (3 Cr - 3 lect, 0 lab)

This course is the first semester of music theory and aural skills designed for music students, elementary education students, or anyone desiring to develop and improve skills in reading, writing, and understanding music. Students engage in interactive musicianship development including aural, improvisation, and composition skills. Those with little or no music reading background are encouraged to take MUSC 1100 prior to enrolling in 1101.

MnTC (Goals 6/HU and 2/CT); (4 Cr – 3 lect, 1 lab)

In this course, students will learn basic keyboard skills, receive an introduction to the fundamental building blocks of music, and then apply those to create music using a Digital Audio Workstation. This course is designed for the student who has little or no training in piano playing and music reading. It will also include instruction in the areas of composition and improvisation.

• (2 Cr – 2 lect, 0 lab)

This course is an overview of music and musical style from antiquity through the present. It includes a brief introduction to musical elements and is suitable for the student who has little or no training in music as well as for those interested in learning more about the development of music. It combines instruction in musical terminology with extensive, critical listening along with an overview of the historical and sociological impacts of music of the Western hemisphere.

• MnTC (Goal 6/HU and 8/GP); (3 Cr – 3 lect, 0 lab)

Music as a living language of love, politics, spirituality, war, and identity is examined through a variety of learning experiences. From songs of ancient world cultures to American Top 40 hits, common social themes and musical traits are traced, compared and contrasted to help students build an understanding of how music has – and continues to – reflect and advance the human experience. No prior musical training or experience is necessary for this introductory course. No prerequisite.

• MnTC (Goals 6/HU and 7A/HD);

• (3 Cr – 3 lect, 0 lab)

Students desiring to impact society through music are guided through the design and execution of their own unique music engagement plan. Possibilities include a field experience working with youth, elderly, special needs, or immigrant communities; designing performances; creating online or other distribution strategies for self-created music; and collaborating with others on unique projects.

• (1 Cr – 0 lect, 1 lab)