Music Fundamentals

PW-110

The study of music fundamentals and their use in contemporary popular music for students with no prior literacy in music. This study includes aural analysis of contemporary songs, including form, chord quality, and the role of the rhythm section. It will lead to a basic understanding of harmony, bass lines, rhythmic language, and form.

Credits

Prerequisites

None

Required Of

All entering students testing into this course.

Electable By

All B.M. and P.D. students

Semesters Offered

Fall, Spring, Summer

Department

HARM

Course Chair

George Russell Jr.

Taught By

Amy Bellamy
Ayeisha Dennise Mathis
Vanessa Morris

Courses may not be offered at the listed locations or taught by the listed faculty for every semester. Consult my.berklee.edu to find course information for a specific semester.