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Fall 2024
MTC101 | Introduction to Music Theory | 3 Credits | ||||
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Designed to develop written and aural skills necessary for advanced study of music theory and skills. Recommended for music majors. Prerequisites: None. |
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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. |
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Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
13846 |
Dobson Campus |
In Person
Lecture
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08/19/2024 - 12/13/2024 |
MoWeFr |
9:00 AM - 9:50 AM |
Class Started |
13847 |
Dobson Campus |
In Person
Lecture
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08/20/2024 - 12/13/2024 |
TuTh |
12:00 PM - 1:15 PM |
Closed |
13848 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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08/19/2024 - 12/13/2024 |
Class Started |
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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. |
MTC105 | Music Theory I | 3 Credits | ||||
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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. |
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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. |
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Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
13893 |
Dobson Campus |
In Person
Lecture
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08/20/2024 - 12/13/2024 |
TuTh |
10:30 AM - 11:45 AM |
Class Started |
MTC205 | Music Theory III | 3 Credits | ||||
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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. |
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Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
14792 |
Dobson Campus |
In Person
Lecture
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08/19/2024 - 12/13/2024 |
MoWeFr |
10:00 AM - 10:50 AM |
Class Started |
Spring 2025
MTC105 | Music Theory I | 3 Credits | ||||
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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. |
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Course Notes: The following competencies are recommended for MTC105: Ability to fluently 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 meters. All music majors and others interested in MTC105 can take the Placement Exam at www.mc.maricopa.edu/music. |
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Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
26736 |
Dobson Campus |
In Person
Lecture
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01/13/2025 - 05/09/2025 |
MoWeFr |
11:00 AM - 11:50 AM |
Open 19 of 20 |
MTC155 | Music Theory II | 3 Credits | ||||
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A continuation of Music Theory I with emphasis on harmony and part-writing procedures. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MTC105. Corequisites: MTC156. |
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Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
26646 |
Dobson Campus |
In Person
Lecture
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01/14/2025 - 05/09/2025 |
TuTh |
10:30 AM - 11:45 AM |
Open 13 of 20 |
MTC255 | Music Theory IV | 3 Credits | ||||
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A continuation of Music Theory III, including 20th century theories and techniques. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MTC205. Corequisites: MTC256. |
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Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
26649 |
Dobson Campus |
In Person
Lecture
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01/13/2025 - 05/09/2025 |
MoWeFr |
10:00 AM - 10:50 AM |
Open 20 of 20 |
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