Elementary Piano I

MUS-160 Elementary Piano I

The student will be able to demonstrate knowledge of functional and technical keyboard skills at the elementary level including good hand position, major and minor five-finger patterns, and fingering for major scales and arpeggios as well as harmonization, transposition and improvisation of simple melodies. Performances will also show an understanding of musical symbols, terms and markings in the score. Students will submit recordings of their of performances in a digital format (e.g., streaming video file, CD, DVD).

Study Methods:
     Standard Prior Learning Assessment (MUS-160-PA) Aug 2009 Sep 2009 Oct 2009 Nov 2009 Dec 2009 Jan 2010 Feb 2010

Semester Hours: 3