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Course description (for the AMD Stream)

African music and dance is a course aimed at preserving the African heritage. We embrace the African identity and it powerful history through traditional music and dance.

Course Objectives/ outcomes (for the AMD Stream)

Ø  In this course, students will become a part of our classroom community, not only as students but also as creatives and performers.

Ø  Students will be able to analyse movements and find meanings for traditional Zulu dances.

An Introduction to Jazz Theory

Notes by Debbie Mari for students attending Music Theory & Perception 1B (MUSC112)

or Introductory Music Theory & Perception B (MUSC2FB)

Please note:

1. Your FINAL mark will be a combination of Continuous Assessment

a. Theory & Aural Class Worksheets & Tests

b. 2 Tests (dates announced in class).

2. ALL Theory Worksheets count towards your final mark.

3. Lecture attendance is compulsory – these notes are not comprehensive … in other words you

cannot simply study these notes and then attempt the worksheets/tests. Equally important

information will be discussed in lectures so it is important that you attend all classes.

4. All music students need music manuscript paper, pencil & eraser

5. This work requires use of a piano

6. All worksheets will be given out during classes

7. All test dates will be announced in classes

8. It is compulsory for you to join the class whatsapp group: Theory 1B 2024