(Same as Music M6C and Musicology M6C.) Laboratory, four hours. Preparation: placement examination. Enforced requisite: course M6B with grade of C- or better. Introduction to musicianship through in-depth exploration of basic common musical elements and training in aural recognition, sight singing, dictation, and keyboard skills. Focus on topics such as tonal and modal harmony, rhythm, improvisation, composition, notation, and ear training to prepare students for later theory courses, participation in music ensembles, advanced study in music, and professional careers. Letter grading.