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PRIMARY SOURCES:
Saylor's Introduction to Music* Alison's Introduction to Music Theory course (replaces the CNX course previously listed here. This is the same course, but in the Alison format. You can find the original HERE.) Free Internet Radio - Classical stations Sound Reasoning - An introductory music appreciation course Exploring the World of Music - Video lessons Introduction to Classical Music - Includes opera Listening to Music - Open Yale course A First Look at Music Theory Music Theory *The Saylor course is recommended in the ECE exam outline. ADDITIONAL RESOURCES: Music! Its Role and Importance in Our Lives - textbook companion site. (Be sure to click on the links titled "Interactive Music Projects" and "Music Podcast Activities.") Music, An Appreciation - additional textbook companion site. |
Help, if you need it (These textbooks are recommended in the ECE exam study outline):
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If you are interested in pursuing a degree in music, you may find the information at Online Music Degree particularly helpful. The site covers topics such as potenital career paths and schools that offer music degree programs.
Recommended Course of Study:
Schedule some time for daily listening, either through the Free Internet Radio website, or a local station. Visit the websites, watch the videos, and build a study journal that includes a "Listening Log" - a list of music/composers you have studied and listened to. Visit and explore the textbook companion sites. If possible, attend a live concert or opera production, or you may want to consider a subscription to Met Player - The Metropolitan Opera's on-demand access to full-length operas. One month is $14.99, and there is a free 7-day trial period, which would allow you time to watch one or more operas at home. Also, check your local TV listings for the PBS Great Performances broadcasts.
Note: If you have access to a public library, you may be able to check out both CDs and DVDs of classical and opera music/performances
Recommended Course of Study:
Schedule some time for daily listening, either through the Free Internet Radio website, or a local station. Visit the websites, watch the videos, and build a study journal that includes a "Listening Log" - a list of music/composers you have studied and listened to. Visit and explore the textbook companion sites. If possible, attend a live concert or opera production, or you may want to consider a subscription to Met Player - The Metropolitan Opera's on-demand access to full-length operas. One month is $14.99, and there is a free 7-day trial period, which would allow you time to watch one or more operas at home. Also, check your local TV listings for the PBS Great Performances broadcasts.
Note: If you have access to a public library, you may be able to check out both CDs and DVDs of classical and opera music/performances
