MUSC 113 - Intermediate Piano

Credits: 3
Variable Credit Course: No

Lecture Hours: 33
Lab Hours: 0
Worksite/Clinical Hours: 0
Other Hours (LIA/Internships): 0

Course Description: This course is designed for those with limited or no keyboard background and includes basic notation, rhythm skills, technique, and sight reading. Each class includes group and individual instruction in ensemble playing and repertoire materials. Music majors with little to no piano experience are required to take this course along with MUSC& 141.

Prerequisite: None.
Meets FQE Requirement: No
Music Lesson: No
Elective Requirements: Fulfills Academic Electives
Integrative Experience Requirement: No

Student Learning Outcomes

Read and play music at an early intermediate level of difficulty.
Harmonize simple melodies with I and V7 chords.
Read music including scales, notes, rhythm, meter and harmony.
Transpose simple melodies.
Research and identify performance proficiency standards at two 4-year universities or music conservatories.

Course Contents

Basic music theory as it applies to piano playing skills including scales, rhythm, meter, notes, and harmony.
Transposition of simple melodies.
Harmonization of simple melodies.
Early intermediate piano repertory will be explored.
Exploration of piano proficiency exams.

Instructional Units: 3