Minor in Music Theory and Composition
About the Minor
This minor is suitable for students who create their own music. Some of the courses deliver a necessary background, while most are specifically oriented to music composition.
Not accepting students in the 2026-2027 school year.
For more information, please visit the Westphal minors web page.
| Requirements | ||
| MUSC 121 | Music Theory I | 3.0 |
| MUSC 122 | Music Theory II | 3.0 |
| MUSC 125 | Ear Training I | 1.0 |
| MUSC 190 | Class Piano I | 2.0 |
| or MUSC 290 | Class Piano II | |
| MUSC 229 | Modern Arranging Techniques | 3.0 |
| MUSC 231 | European Classical Music History | 3.0 |
| MUSC 241 | Private Lesson (*) | 1.0 |
| MUSC 249 | Digital Music Composition | 3.0 |
| MUSC 323 | Songwriting | 3.0 |
| MUSC 331 | World Musics | 3.0 |
| Total Credits | 25.0 | |
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Students are strongly encouraged to register for the section designated for composition.
