2025-2026 Academic Catalog

MUS-242 Theory of Music IV

This course is a continuation of the music theory sequence. Building upon the concepts and skills learned in Theory of Music III, this course will further reinforce the student's counterpoint and analysis skills with an emphasis on enharmonic chord spellings and modulations, late nineteenth century tonal harmony, expanded tonality, and an introduction to twentieth century music including a focus on pandiatonism, atonal theory and serialism.

Credits

3 credits

Prerequisite

Take MUS-241 or instructor consent.

Semesters Offered

Spring Only, All Years