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Minor in Music Theory and Composition

The Minor in Music Theory and Composition requires 26 credits in the core areas of music theory, music history, and music composition. Students may also enhance their personal musicianship through applied lessons on voice or an instrument and through participation in large ensembles. The aim of the program is to provide students with a solid foundation in music theory and adequate skills to arrange and compose music in various genres, styles, and traditions that align with student interest. The Minor in Music Theory and Composition is open to non-music majors ONLY. Admission to the program requires an interview with Music Composition faculty and may include a portfolio assessment.

26 credits

Required Courses

MUHI 200Survey of Music Literature

2
MUST 101Sight Singing and Ear Training

1
MUST 102Sight Singing and Ear Training

1
MUST 111Music Theory

2
MUST 112Music Theory

2
MUST 201Sight Singing and Ear Training

1
MUST 202Sight Singing and Ear Training

1
MUST 211Music Theory

2
MUST 212Music Theory

2
MUST 121Introduction to Computer Music

3
MUST 221Music Composition 1

2
MUST 222Music Composition 2

2

5 credits from

MUST 100Fundamentals of Music Theory

3
MUST 223Jazz Composition

2
MUST 241Computer Music 1

3
MUST 321Composition

2
MUST 322Composition

2
MUST 350Computer Composition 1

2
MMP 125Acoustics

3
MMP 301Songwriting

2
MUSP 203Minor Study

1 TO 4
MUSC 340Large Instrumental Ensemble

.5 TO 3
MUSC 341Large Instrumental Ensemble

.5 TO 3
MUSC 350Large Vocal Ensemble

1 TO 3
MUSC 351Large Vocal Ensemble

.5 TO 3

Total Credit Hours: 26