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Theory & Practice II: Tonal Harmony & Voice Leading

Theory and analysis of diatonic common-practice classical repertoire with
an introduction to chromatic harmony and small forms. Topics include phrase
structure, voice leading, sequences, secondary functions, tonicization,
modulation, and advanced topics in rhythm and meter in common-practice
Western music. The course builds on composition and analysis skills
developed in Theory & Practice I, and introduces students to techniques in
four-part contrapuntal writing, arranging, and model composition.

Course #
MPATC-UE 9311
Credits
2
Department