Harmonic Analysis of Rock Music

Department - HARM
Offered - Fall, Spring, Summer
Course number - HR-231

Identification and analysis of rock harmonies and melodies. Examples from the mid-1950s to the present day will be studied. Pentatonic and diatonic harmony, linear/open harmony, modulation, and classic rock chord patterns will be included. Emphasis will be placed on harmonic dictation.

Credits: 2
Course Chair: Joe Mulholland
Prerequisites: HR-211
Required of: None
Electable by: All