MUSI 10A - Music Theory and Musicianship I

    Recent Professors
    Alan Durst
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2027, Fall 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025
    Class Size
    30–36 students
    Difficulty
    4.1Lightout of 10
    Credits
    4
    Spring 2027 Sections
    View Spring 2027 sections of MUSI 10A
    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 3A · IGETC Area 3A · CSU GE Area C1
    Description
    This course, through guided composition and analysis, incorporates the following concepts: rhythm and meter; basic properties of sound; intervals; diatonic scales and triads; diatonic chords, basic cadential formulas and phrase structure; dominant seventh; figured bass symbols; and non-harmonic tones. Development of skills in handwritten notation is expected. This course also applies and develops the rhythmic, melodic, and harmonic materials through ear training, sight singing, analysis, and dictation. Portions of instruction may be offered online; may also be offered fully online. [C-ID MUS 120; MUS 125]
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed, Mon Wed 9:30am–11:55am, Mon Wed 9:30am–12:00pm