MATC 2023-24 Catalog

MUSIC

DEGREE/DIPLOMA/CERTIFICATE COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

inspiration. MUSIC-143

MUSIC-107

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MUSIC-120

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Songwriting 1 This course is o ff ered to songwriters of all levels. The ability to produce written charts or conveya fi nished song in an audio format is necessary to take this course. The art and craft of songwriting will be explored by examining the compositional tools that strengthen lyrics, melody, harmony, and form. Students will learn how to convey their ideas and emotions in a coherent and e ff ective manner using these tools and will also gain a perspective on the more abstract concept known as the creative muse. Songs from across the musical spectrum and throughout songwriting history will be used for analysis. All musical styles are welcome and students will write songs in the genre of their choosing. Prerequisite(s): Complete MUSIC-150. MUSIC-108 Credits:1 Film Scoring 1 Film Scoring 1 is a lecture/survey class covering four areas: the history, the production or process of fi lm scoring, creating the score and the business details of fi lm scoring. MUSIC-109 Credits:1 Film Scoring 2 Film Scoring 2 is a lecture/lab class exploring the practicalities of composing music for the visual media including spotting, thematic branding, tempo mapping, developing the grand concept, functional scoring and business opportunities. Prerequisite(s): Complete MUSIC-108. MUSIC-118 Credits:3 Music Analysis This class will focus on the basic elements of music: melody, harmony, texture, timbre, expression and form. Through analysis of all these elements, students will come to better understand and recognize the distinct features of music from various periods and styles of music of the Western culture from the 1500s to the present. The class will emphasize the understanding, recognition and appreciation of various musical styles, a better understanding of music of the past so as to better understand the music of the present and future, broadening one’s basis of acceptance as to what constitutes music, maintain and developing an openness to newanddi ff erent approaches and styles of music or ideas that are divergent from one’s own, and becoming aware of environmental in fl uences on music such as social, political and cultural forces. The class uses lecture, analysis, guided listening and presentation. Prerequisite(s): Complete MUSIC-150. MUSIC-119 Credits:1 Music Ensemble 4 A continuation of Combo 1 with the continued study and performance of improvisation, reading music notation, ear training and reading chord charts and lead sheets. Performance is on the intermediate to advanced level. Prerequisite(s): MUSIC-141.

Choir2 Students develop vocal skills, learn basic note reading techniques and learn how to sing in harmony with others in a choral group that sings a variety of vocal styles such as gospel, jazz, classical and pop. Choir 2 is open to all MATC students and especially to anyone who would enjoy choral singing. MUSIC-125 Credits:1 Music Studio Teaching Methods This class will include the study of various teaching methods and learning styles and their application to studio one-on-one instruction for various instruments and voice, materials and techniques, performance practices and business aspects of studio management. The class includes lecture, demonstration/presentation and lesson observation. Prerequisite(s): Complete MUSIC-152. MUSIC-126 Credits:1 Percussion Ensemble This course is speci fi cally geared to performing percussion music. It is designed to explore the music and techniques of playing the many styles and instruments of world and classical percussion. Areas of study will include, but not be limited to: Brazilian, African, and Afro-Cuban music, as well as classic American compositions. The course will focus on reading, interpretation, improvisation, music theory, and technique. Learners will perform on many percussion instruments and become skilled at functioning in an ensemble. The Percussion Ensemble will be prepared to perform at MATC Concert Series alongside music ensembles. MUSIC-127 Credits:1 DrumLab Drum Lab is a course designed to meet the needs of the beginning percussionist as well as the student interested in an introduction to stick and hand drumming. Course focus is on music reading, rhythmic development, technique and improvisation. Students will obtain the basic knowledge of the instrument to prepare for Major Instrument Percussion and Percussion Ensemble class. MUSIC-141 Credits:1 Music Ensemble 3 Students will perform in a musical group. Participants will continue to advance their musical performance skills. Emphasis is placed on reading music notation, reading chord charts and lead sheets, improvisation and ear training. Prerequisite(s): Complete MUSIC-163. MUSIC-142 Credits:2 Introduction to Composition Students will explore the art of the composer. This course takes the class through an in-depth examination of genres, styles, the composer’s tools, arranging and orchestration considerations, and sources of

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Music Notation 1 Music Notation 1 introduces the learner to the basics of music manuscript. Students will notate basic rhythm, melody and harmony by hand. The learner will also be introduced to the fundamentals of Finale and Sibelius music notation software and learn about the techniques used in the industry of engraving notation. Students will study the form and texture of multiple genres of music. MUSIC-144 Credits:1 Music Notation 2 Music Notation 2 is an intermediate to advanced level course in which the learner will explore the Music Engraving software of Finale and Sibelius in great detail. An emphasis on music theory, form and analysis in many genres of music will accompany an advanced series of instruction and exploration of music manuscript. MUSIC-147 Credits:1 Songwriting 2 This course is a continuation of Songwriting I. Students will hone the art and craft of songwriting and will develop a more sophisticated approach to writing lyrics, melody, harmony, and form. The process of song arrangement will be discussed and emphasized in more detail in this second part of the course. The challenge of writing songs in various genres and for speci fi c commercial purposes will be explored. Prerequisite(s): Complete MUSIC-107. MUSIC-148 Credits:2 Music Fundamentals 1 An introduction to the building blocks of music: reading, notation, keys, scales and chords. MUSIC-150 Credits:4 fundamental music theory. The following topics are presented: the study of intervals; major and minor tonality; scale construction; diatonic triads; harmonic function; fi gured bass, four-voice chorale; voice leading and chord voicing; fi gured brass, chord inversion; tonal and structural organization in music; seventh chords and simple/compound meter. This class uses lecture, workbook exercises, sight singing and dictation. MUSIC-151 Credits:4 Music Theory 2 This course involves the application of knowledge acquired in Music Theory as it relates to harmony and harmonic progression. Our objective is to develop skills in fundamental to advanced harmonizing within the modern musical idioms. Prerequisite(s): Complete MUSIC-150. Music Theory This introductory course presents

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