Two hours laboratory. This course is intended for non-music majors with little to no keyboard or musical background. The purpose of the course is to introduce students to the basic elements of music making, while developing a strong technical and theoretical foundation at the keyboard. Students will gain skill and experience in sight reading musical notation, adopt a healthy physical approach to the keyboard, gain exposure to a variety of musical styles through listening and study, and collaborate effectively with their peers in a lab setting. Through intense group study, class discussion, critical thinking, and individual practice, students will enrich their understanding and appreciation for the act of making music, the profession of music making through performance, composition, and teaching, the importance of collaborative thinking and discussion, and the relevance of music from different time periods and cultures. Note(s): General Education and Humanistic or Artistic Expression designated course.