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MUSC 515 Common Practice Improvisation


A performance-based class in which students invent music based on 18th-century harmonic practices. Studies include thoroughbass, voice leading, figuration and cadences.

Credit 2 hrs
Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation

Prerequisites - (an acceptable score on the Music Theory Graduate Placement Exam) or MUSC 509 with a “B” or higher 
Restriction by Major - Music [M.M.] 
Restriction by Degree Type - Graduate standing

Equivalent Course(s) -
Course History -
Change to major restriction 8/2016, effective Winter 2017; Change to prerequisite 11/2011, effective Fall 2011


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