Theoretical Foundations Of Harmony In Music Composition
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This exam assesses the understanding of harmony and its role in music composition. Students will articulate harmonic principles and analyze musical examples in a verbal format.
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Exam Details
Duration: 45 minutes
Prerequisites: Fundamentals Of Music Theory, Melody And Rhythm Studies, Introduction To Music Analysis
Key Topics
- Harmony
- Chord Progressions
- Consonance
- Dissonance
- Musical Structure
Learning Outcomes
- Articulate Key Concepts Of Harmony
- Analyze Harmonic Structures
- Demonstrate Understanding Through Verbal Discussion
Full Description
This exam focuses on the theoretical principles of harmony as applied to music composition. Key concepts include consonance, dissonance, chord progressions, and the function of harmonic structure in various musical forms.
Understanding harmony is crucial in both the academic study and practical application of music. It significantly affects how composers create emotionally and structurally appealing pieces, influencing listeners' experiences.
The exam will assess the candidate's ability to articulate the principles of harmony, analyze harmonic structures, and demonstrate understanding through verbal discussions about musical examples.
Candidates are encouraged to prepare by reviewing seminal texts on harmony and practicing verbal analysis of various musical compositions.
Sample Questions
- What are the primary functions of consonance and dissonance in musical harmony?
- Can you explain how a specific chord progression impacts the emotional response of the listener?
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