MTHY 111 Analysis and Composition I
Focuses on diatonic tonal language, including all triads as well as the V7 chord and its inversions. After a brief review of written fundamentals, the course considers the role of underlying harmonic functions (tonic, predominant, dominant) within the phrase, and explores how the contrapuntal relationship between the soprano and bass contributes to directed motion towards the cadence. The course also includes an introduction to formal analysis, with emphasis on phrases, periods, and sentences. Topics are introduced and/or reinforced through keyboard work and ear training. The final project, which will consist of several phases spread out throughout the semester, will have three components: an analysis of a work chosen by the student; a presentation on the connection between the analysis and performance; and a composition related to the analyzed piece.