MUS 120 - Music Theory I

    Recent Professors
    Robert Bowen, Steven Newbold
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2026
    Class Size
    30 students
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    MUS 110A or satisfactory score on Music Theory Placement Examination
    Spring 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    Harmony and form as practiced in Western tonal music. Listening, composition, and analysis of music to cover topics including Roman numeral theory, diatonic chord syntax, counterpoint, and chorale-style part writing with diatonic triads.
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 8:00am–9:25am