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MUS 33AIntroduction to Composition I

4 units · MUS · UC San Diego

First course in a sequence for music majors and nonmajors pursuing an emphasis in composition. The course examines “sound” itself and various ways of building sounds into musical structures and develops skills in music notation. Students compose solo pieces in shorter forms. Students may not receive credit for both MUS 33 and 33A.

Before you enroll

Prerequisites

From the catalog: “MUS 2C or consent of instructor.”

Where it fits

Where it sits in degree plans

Required in (1)

  • Music (B.A.)
What it opens up

Courses that list MUS 33A as a prerequisite (1)

  • MUS 33B Introduction to Composition II