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Overview of Music Theory Entrance Exams for Freshmen and Transferring Music Majors
All entering music majors and minors are required to demonstrate their knowledge of music theory/notation and proficiency in musicianship. The first week of a the fall semester (and spring semester when appropriate) is a week for diagnostics in the theory courses to ascertain the level and readiness of potential majors for the music theory offerings. The link above provides information that explains this process and details what is expected to be mastered at each level. Exams can also be used for advance-placement upon consultation with the instructors and/or chair of the department.
Sample Music Theory Entrance and Validation Exams:
- Freshman Music Theory Entrance
- Freshman Aural Skills Entrance
- Freshman Music Theory Advanced Placement
- Sophomore Music Theory Entrance
- Sophomore Aural Skills Entrance
- Sophomore Music Theory Validation
- Sophomore Aural Skills Validation
(updated September 2012)
Transfer Course Credit at Delta State University Department of Music
Information on CC music courses that meet DSU music degree requirements - based on the MS CC Articulation Agreement
Mississippi Community College Transfer Articulation Agreement for Music Degrees
