A basic course in preliminary ear training for students who have had prior musical training but require an accelerated review of the elements of music before going on to Ear Training I. This course reviews the skills covered in Sight-Reading I and II and introduces students to the topics of Ear Training I. Topics include interval recognition, interval singing, rhythmic exercises, and melodic dictations. Students also continue their study of sight-singing, clefs, key signatures, and the circle of fifths. Prerequisite: Sight-Reading II or equivalent. Placement interview required. Not subject to N.Y. Philharmonic discount.
Placement Auditions
Fall Semester: September 10 and 11, 4:30 – 7:30 pm
Spring Semester: January 6 and 7, 5 – 7 pm