ATS1899 - Music theory and ear training 1

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Overview

This unit is the first of a sequence of four units that integrates the development of aural skills with the theoretical understanding of music through listening, analysis, performance, notation and composition. It introduces students to the study and practical application of fundamental theoretical concepts in both the Western art music … For more content click the Read More button below.

This unit is the first of a sequence of four units that integrates the development of aural skills with the theoretical understanding of music through listening, analysis, performance, notation and composition. It introduces students to the study and practical application of fundamental theoretical concepts in both the Western art music and jazz tradition. Areas of study include identifying and understanding intervals, chords, metre, rhythm, tonality, scales, melodies, chord function and part writing.

Offerings

S1-01-CLAYTON-ON-CAMPUS

Contacts

Chief Examiner(s)

Mr Johannes Luebbers

Unit Coordinator(s)

Mr Johannes Luebbers

Notes

Music Theory and Ear Training covers fundamental aspects of music theory and ear training. Familiarity with music notation is essential to fully participate and complete assessment tasks

Teaching approach

Active learning

Assessment summary

Within semester assessment: 100%

Assessment

1 - Reflection 1: Goals

2 - Ear Training Test: Fundamentals

3 - Theory Test: Fundamentals

4 - Theory Explainer Video

5 - Ear Training Final Test

6 - Music Theory Test

7 - Final Reflection

Scheduled and non-scheduled teaching activities

Tutorials

Workload requirements

Workload

Availability in areas of study

Composition and music technology
Ethnomusicology and musicology
Music performance
Popular music