ATS1900 - Music theory and ear training 2 - 2018

This unit is the second 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 expands on the skills and knowledge developed in ATS1899 Music theory and ear training 1 through the study and practical application of fundamental theoretical concepts in either the Western art music or jazz tradition. Areas of study include identifying and understanding chords and their function, voice leading, melody harmonisation and phrase structure.

Upon completion of this unit, students are able to:

1. Understand diatonic concepts of melody and harmony;
2. Analyse musical elements including functional harmony;
3. Recognise aurally elements of diatonic harmony and rhythm.

Within semester assessment: 100%

Minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of scheduled learning activities and independent study. A unit requires on average three/four hours of scheduled activities per week. Scheduled activities may include a combination of teacher directed learning, peer directed learning and online engagement.

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