Department of Music Areas
Music History & Music Theory
Theory & History Area News
- Upper Division Music Theory Proficiency Exam Dates and Details (2009-11-09)
- Dr. Sobaskie to present in Poland (2009-10-19)
- Music Theory Curriculum (2009-08-11)
- Music Theory Upper Division Proficiency Exam Examination (2009-08-11)
- Music History Students at Starkville Public Library (2009-07-11)
- Dr. Sobaskie Presents in Amsterdam (2009-07-11)
The Music History, Music Theory and Composition Area offers students the opportunity to put their musical activities in a broader cultural and analytical context. We believe that a well-rounded music educator or performer will seek out a deeper understanding of musical ideas in order to communicate with students or audiences.
Music Theory Curriculum
Music Theory & History Courses
- Freshman Theory & Ear-Training
- Sophomore Theory & Ear-Training
- Orchestration
- Form and Analysis
- Composition
- Music History I: Antiquity, Middle Ages & Renaissance Periods
- Music History II: Baroque & Classical Periods
- Music History III: Romantic & Twentieth Century Periods, World Music
- History and Appreciation of Music
Upper Division Study Guides
Music History & Music Theory Faculty
Dr. Elaine Peterson is a Lecturer in Music History and Double Reeds at Mississippi State University. In this position, she teaches music history, music appreciation, and private oboe and bassoon lessons. (read more...)
Dr. Rosângela Yazbec Sebba, a native of Brazil, is an Assistant Professor of Piano and Music Theory at Mississippi State. (read more...)
Before coming to Mississippi State University, Dr. Sobaskie held positions at the University of California, Riverside, the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities, St. Norbert College, and the University of Wisconsin, Stevens Point. (read more...)




