CONTINUING STUDIES

Certificate in Music Fundamentals

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The courses in this Certificate in Music Fundamentals are perfect for those interested in pursuing music training at a post-secondary level or for their own musical growth. The courses are ideal for anyone who has a love of music, regardless of their skill level.

Certificate in Music Fundamentals

REGISTRATION

Registration for the Certificate in Music Fundamentals is on a first-come, first-served basis. Contact Continuing Studies to register online, by phone, by fax, by mail or in person.

SCHEDULE

Courses are scheduled to run one or two days per week, for a total of 3 lecture hours per week., for approximately 13 weeks. Please contact UNBC Continuing Studies for the current schedule.

INSTRUMENTS

Most courses do not require an instrument, except for XMUS 118-3, which will require students to have access to their own instrument. Continuing Studies has a piano that may be used during class time.

Students pursuing a degree at UNBC may use these courses towards their requirements for elective credits. If you are planning on doing this, please consult your academic advisor prior to registration.

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XMUS 110-3 Origins of Western Music

This course is an introductory survey of music and musical values in society from the middle ages to the present. Concepts will be explored through cultural, historical and musical-analytical perspectives.

Students in this course will:

Learn about different styles of music;

Learn about different eras of music;

Be introduced to various composers;

Learn to relate music to various historical events.

XMUS 112-3 Music Theory - The Language of Music

This course is an introduction to music rudiments, including:

Notation

Counterpoint

Cadences

Other concepts of form and harmony

Students with no music reading skills are welcome, but some previous experience is an asset.

XMUS 114-3 Music of the 20th and 21st Centuries

This course is a survey of the music of our time. No other time in history has such an explosion of diversity and creativity in music.

Topics include:

Contemporary classical;

Jazz;

Rock;

World music;

Electronic music;

And everything in between.

Students in this course will:

Be introduced to the evolution of music over time;

Be introduced to the relationship and roles of music genres in their times.

XMUS 116-3 Acoustics & Recording Techniques

This course provides an introduction to the theory and practice of recording sound, including the use of microphones, amplification, and sound editing software. Also discussed will be aspects of the physics of musical sound, design of instruments, and psychoacoustical issues.

XMUS 118-3 Musicianship

There are common aspects to musicianship that every musician, regardless of instrument or style of music, should understand. These can be broken down into three major parts: rhythm, pitch and performance. The focus of this course will be to change theoretical knowledge of these aspects of music, into practical knowledge. This course is for any musician wishing to perform better in tune, and better in time.

Note: Participants in this class must provide their own musical instrument.

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