Part-Singing more difficult tonal music, including chromatic, modulating and melodies; and modal melodies. Continued aural study, including dictation of more complex rhythm and melodies.

Prerequisites:  Passing grades in MUSI 1116, 1117, 2116.

Bruce Benward and J. Timothy Kolosick, Ear Training: A Technique for Listening, (9^th ed.). (do not buy a used copy or an eBook)

Robert W. Ottman, Music for Sight Singing (6^th ed.).

Music staff paper.  Go here  to print staff paper with keyboard and here for various other configurations.

Notebook or folder:  it will not be graded, but a good idea to keep your staff paper and other materials.

Pencil and eraser.  I will not accept any assignment written in ink.  Mechanical pencils are a good choice.

Bring these materials to every class session.

You MUST have access to a computer for receiving e-mails, checking the Course Outline, receiving assignments, downloading and uploading assignments.   Computer lab assignments must be completed in the piano lab.  It is your responsibility to access these course elements as necessary.  Your failure to do so is not an excuse for late or missed assignments, or for missing course updates or other communication.

In-class lectures, discussions and analyses

Practical exercises in sight-singing and ear-training.

Individual work in computer lab.

Attendance is required. Absences will only be excused with proper written documentation. This includes a note from a healthcare provider in case of illness or a form signed by a sponsor (presented in advance) in the case of a University sanctioned activity.  Attendance at funerals and court appearances will also be excused with proper documentation and advance notice.

Attendance will be documented and class will begin on time.  Use this link to set your watch.

A student's absences will not change any deadline or assignment requirements.  You are always responsible for any material you miss, so check the Course Outline and/or a fellow classmate for announcements, assignments, and requirements.

No food or drink in the classroom (water is an exception).

Turn off your cell phones and put them out of sight - mine and yours.  Text messaging is prohibited in the classroom.  Please see me if you have a special emergency situation requiring this type of communication.

Attention will be given to the lesson at hand, or you will be excused from the classroom.  (In other words, no working on other homework, personal business, sleeping, etc.)

Keep you backpacks and other personal belongings out of the aisles for the sake of convenience and safety.

Do not leave the room during class except for an emergency as this disruption is almost always (except for an emergency) avoidable.

If your conduct for any reason is unacceptable, you will be asked to leave.  Do not return to class until you have made an appointment to see me and the situation has been resolved.

There are 3 regular sight-singing and ear-training exams.  Each one of these counts 5% of the grade.  On the last class day, sight-singing and ear-training make up exams will be scheduled.  These are optional and students may take either one or both.  The make-up grade will replace the lowest corresponding grade.  If the make-up grade is lower, it will not be counted.  No other make-ups will be given.  Computer lab assignments are due on Fridays at 5pm.  Note these on your weekly schedule as there are no make-ups for these.

This course moves quickly. If you begin to experience problems, consult me right away. Do not wait until you are hopelessly behind or lost. Extra help (including tutoring) is available from several sources, but only if you ask for it.