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CBC Syllabus Template 3 2 2
CBC Syllabus Template 3 2 2
I. Course Description
Prerequisites: MUSI 211 Contemporary Music Theory II and MUSI 221 Keyboard Lab II or
Challenge Exams
Course Description
This course explores chord structure ,melody, and form in contemporary music and emphasizes
ear training in contemporary idioms. It examines arranging and analyzing songs for a band.
Course topics include: writing lead sheets, vocal harmonies and background harmonies, writing
for rhythm section, instrumental section, and single line counter-melodies in a wide variety of
contemporary styles.
II. Objectives
By the end of this course, each student will:
9) Song Analysis
10) Lead sheet format for vocal, rhythm, and instrumental section
* Major project – Students will be required to create a project that demonstrates what they have
learned regarding harmony, rhythm, melody, and musical arrangement.
V. Course Outline
* Review of Contemporary Music II ( Sept. 7,14 )
* Lead sheet formats : Chord charts, lead sheets, Nashville Number chart ( Sept. 21/28 )
* Midterm ( Oct. 26 )
Academic Policies
For all CBC Academic Policies please refer to the Academic Manual on the CBC website.
Students are expected to be informed about these policies, particularly the following:
Attendance Policy
Academic Integrity
Grading Grid
VII.Selected Bibliography
Andrews, William and and Molly Sclater. Materials of Western Music Parts 1, 2, and 3. Toronto,
ON: Gordon V. Thompson Music (Warner Bros. Publications), 1987-1992.
Gauldin, Robert. Harmonic Practice in Tonal Music. 2nd ed. New York, NY: W.W. Norton,
2004.
Mackin, Barbara. Harmony: A Practical Approach. Parts I and II. Edmonton AB: Concertino,
1996.
Melcher, Robert, Willard F. Warch, and Paul B. Mast. Music for Study: A Source of Experts. 3rd
ed., Eaglewood Cliffs, NJ: Prentice Hall, 1998.
Sarnecki, Mark. Harmony. 2nd ed. 3 vols. Mississauga, ON: The Fredericks Harris Music Co.,
Limited, 2010.
Course label and name, date Page 4
Vandendool, Grace. The Basics of Harmony. 2nd ed. Workbook and Answer Book. Mississauga,
ON: The Fredericks Harris Music CO., Limited, 2010.