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Danene Richardson

Residential Faculty - Music

Music

Music

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Classes Taught

Summer 2023

MTC101 Introduction to Music Theory 3 Credits

Designed to develop written and aural skills necessary for advanced study of music theory and skills. Recommended for music majors. Prerequisites: None.
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
16071

Online Course
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
05/30/2023 - 06/29/2023

Class Started

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 16071 Students may contact instructor at: danene.richardson@mesacc.edu
16212

Online Course
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
07/03/2023 - 08/03/2023

Open

16 of 20
Seats Available

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 16212 Students may contact instructor at: danene.richardson@mesacc.edu

Fall 2023

MTC101 Introduction to Music Theory 3 Credits

Designed to develop written and aural skills necessary for advanced study of music theory and skills. Recommended for music majors. Prerequisites: None.

Course Notes: MTC101 is an introductory course designed for those with little or no previous musical knowledge. If you are unsure of where to begin, take the Music Theory Placement Recommendation Exam at www.mc.maricopa.edu/music. Bring score printout with you to advisement. Many programs of study that require MTC101 will also accept the more advanced MTC105 as a substitute. Check with your advisor.
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
17887
Dobson Campus
In Person
Lecture
08/21/2023 - 12/15/2023
MoWeFr
9:00 AM - 9:50 AM

Open

13 of 20
Seats Available

Notes: Live Online classes have sessions that meet online on specific days and times. Attendance in these sessions will be at the discretion of the instructor, and additional work will be required on the student’s own time. Access to a computer or mobile device with Internet connection is required. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.
17888
Dobson Campus
In Person
Lecture
08/22/2023 - 12/15/2023
TuTh
12:00 PM - 1:15 PM

Open

13 of 20
Seats Available
17889

Online Course
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
08/21/2023 - 12/15/2023

Open

10 of 20
Seats Available

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Students may contact instructor at: danene.richardson@mesacc.edu
MTC105 Music Theory I 3 Credits

The chronological study of music theory including: harmony, melody, texture, structure and timbre through analysis, original compositions and basic exercises to demonstrate musical concepts.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MTC101 or permission of instructor. Corequisites: MTC106.

Course Notes: MTC105 requires the following competencies: Ability to read bass and treble clef notes, ability to draw all major and minor key signatures and scales, ability to identify all intervals, basic chord qualities and basic rhythmic patterns and meters. All music majors and others interested in MTC105 can take the Music Theory Placement Recommendation Exam at www.mc.maricopa.edu/music. Corequisite is MTC106.
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
17935
Dobson Campus
In Person
Lecture
08/22/2023 - 12/15/2023
TuTh
10:30 AM - 11:45 AM

Open

9 of 17
Seats Available
MTC205 Music Theory III 3 Credits

The study of chromatic harmony and melody, modulation techniques and expanded chords. The analysis of formal structure.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MTC155. Corequisites: MTC206.
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
18936
Dobson Campus
In Person
Lecture
08/21/2023 - 12/15/2023
MoWeFr
10:00 AM - 10:50 AM

Open

10 of 20
Seats Available
MTC206 Aural Perception III 1 Credits

A development of listening and performing skills, including an introduction of chromatic harmonic techniques and concepts of style.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MTC156. Corequisites: MTC205.
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
19551
Dobson Campus
In Person
Lecture/Lab
08/21/2023 - 12/15/2023
TuTh
9:00 AM - 9:50 AM

Open

8 of 10
Seats Available
MTC240 Composition 3 Credits

Introduction to the basics of music composition, stressing techniques and procedures for developing original ideas.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (MTC105 and MTC106, or equivalent), and permission of Instructor..
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
34756
Dobson Campus
In Person
Lecture/Lab
08/24/2023 - 12/15/2023
Th
8:00 AM - 8:50 AM

Open

10 of 10
Seats Available

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