MUS 101 Music Appreciation 3 Semester Hours
MUS 101 introduces students to important styles and periods of music history, promoting careful listening and appreciation of music for enjoyment and cultural purposes. Occasionally, some sections of the course focus on topics such as American music, musical theatre, or world music. Not open to music majors.
MUS 103 Harmony I 3 Semester Hours
Harmony I explores basic acoustics, melodic structure, triads, and seventh chords with inversions, and non-chord tones, among other things. Corequisite: MUS 105.
MUS 104 Harmony II 3 Semester Hours
Harmony II gives students basic studies in first species counterpoint, principles of four-part voice leading, dominant and leading tone chords, secondary chord functions, and form. Prerequisite: MUS 103; Corequisite: MUS 106.
MUS 105 Sight-Singing and Dictation I 1 Semester Hour
Sight Singing and Dictation I provides students with methodology and basic skills for learning sight singing and musicianship skills. Using solfege as an instructional vehicle, the students sing major and minor scales, and melodies with intervals up to a fourth in treble and bass clef. Basic harmonic progressions focus on simple cadential formulae, and the student performs basic two-part sing-play exercises. Rhythmic subdivision up to 16th notes and 8th note triples are explored. Memorization and note-name transposition of melodies is begun. Dictation as a regular drill is done in the computer lab. Corequisite: MUS 103.
MUS 106 Sight-Singing and Dictation II 3 Semester Hours
Sight Singing and Dictation II extends the initial concepts through modal scales, extended harmonic progressions, chordal inversions, melodic singing with intervals up to a sixth, further work in bass and treble clef, transposition, two-part sing-play exercises, and compound rhythms. Corequisite: MUS 104.
MUS 107 Introduction to Music Literature 3 Semester Hours
An introduction to the basic elements of music, MUS 107 also concentrates on musical forms, terminology, instruments, and historical eras of music. Examples within each unit are drawn from non-Western as well as Western culture.
MUS 108 Vocal Diction I 1 Semester Hour
Required of all voice majors, MUS 108 initiates students into the use of the international phonetic alphabet and symbols; pronunciation and diction for singing in English and Italian. Offered every other year in fall semester.
MUS 109 Vocal Diction II 1 Semester Hour
A continuation of MUS 108, this course emphasizes pronunciation and diction for singing in French and German. Required of all voice majors. Offered every other year in spring semester. Prerequisite: MUS 108.
MUS 120 Preliminary Piano Class 1 Semester Hour
Exposure to and practice in keyboard technique, theory, sight reading, transposition and repertoire. Designed for music majors whose primary instrument is not piano or organ.
MUS 121 Class Piano I 1 Semester Hour
Continued exposure to and practice in the keyboard technique, theory, sight reading, transposition, and repertoire. Designed for music majors whose primary instrument is not piano or organ. Prerequisite: MUS 120, placement, or permission of Director of Keyboard Studies.
MUS 123 Class Piano II 1 Semester Hour
Continued exposure to and practice in keyboard technique, theory, sight reading, transposition and repertoire, culminating in the Piano Proficiency Exam. Successful passing of the Piano Proficiency Exam is required of all music majors. Prerequisite: MUS 121, or permission of Director of Keyboard Studies.
MUS 184 Composition I 2 Semester Hours
MUS 184 provides students with the practical studies of techniques needed for coherent expression in creative work. They develop the techniques of writing and engage in a detailed study of pitch and rhythmic procedures. Prerequisite: MUS 104.
MUS 185 Composition II 2 Semester Hours
In this course, students continue the work begun in MUS 184. Their work culminates in pieces in small forms. Prerequisite: MUS 184.
MUS 200 Electronic Music 1 Semester Hour
Instruction is offered in the use of MIDI programs, Vision DSP, Finale, and the Max interactive music program. The studio is equipped with a Macintosh G3 computer, an Alesis QS6 keyboard, a DAT machine, and an Akai sampler, among others. Open to all students with the permission of instructor.
MUS 201 Jazz History 3 Semester Hours
A study of the origins of jazz, this course looks closely at the varied styles and techniques in the history of the form. Students also develop refined listening skills. Open to all students.
MUS 202 World Music and Culture 3 Semester Hours
MUS 202 introduces students to the music of cultures outside of the Western European Classical tradition. Music-cultures studied may include Japan, India, West Africa (Ghana/Togo), South Africa/Zimbabwe, Indonesia, and Native American cultures (Navajo and Iroquois). Students will experience non-western musical traditions through listening to musical examples, reading required texts, watching videos, and learning to play instruments from other cultures. Open to all students.
MUS 203 Harmony III 3 Semester Hours
Harmony III explores form, contraputal procedure, and provides the student with an introduction to chromatic harmony. Prerequisite: MUS 104; Corequisite: MUS 205.
MUS 204 Harmony IV 3 Semester Hours
Harmony IV continues the discussion of form, contrapuntal procedures, chromatic harmony, and includes an introduction to contemporary compositional practices. Prerequisite: MUS 203; Corequisite: MUS 206.
MUS 205 Sight Singing and Dictation III 1 Semester Hour
Sight Singing and Dictation III builds on concepts and skills of the previous two semesters including modal transformation of melodies, harmonic sing-play (the student divides and sings the inner voices of short harmonic progressions), and harmonic singing including simple chromatically altered chords. Melodic singing including intervals up to a seventh, two-part rhythm exercises in a variety of meters, harmonic and melodic dictation. Alto and tenor clefs are introduced. Corequisite: MUS 203.
MUS 206 Sight Singing and Dictation IV 1 Semester Hour
Sight Singing and Dictation IV challenges the student with extensive melodic memorization, harmonic singing and hearing of secondary dominate and leading tone chords. Extended two-part sing-play exercises and canons are offered along with melodic/harmonic modulation, alto and tenor clef reading, melodic singing with intervals up to a 10th, further memorization and transposition of melodies, modal transformation, and dictation of the harmonies and melodies commensurate with the given exercises. Corequisite: MUS 204.
MUS 207 Jazz Theory/Improvisation 3 Semester Hours
A study of jazz in theory (scales, harmony, chord symbols and chord progression) and practice (performance laboratory in which students practice improvisatory techniques in various jazz styles). Prerequisite: MUS 104 or permission of instructor.
MUS 209 Comparative Studies in Music: 3 Semester Hours
This is a comparative study of the music of a selected group of composers, e.g. the Viennese classicists, within the cultural-historical context of the era. Not offered regularly.
MUS 210 Brass Methods 1 Semester Hour
This course offers class instruction in basic brass instruments, including performance, pedagogy, and literature for public school instruction.
MUS 211 Woodwind Methods 1 Semester Hour
Students receive class instruction in basic woodwind instruments, including performance, pedagogy, and literature for public school instruction.
MUS 212 Percussion Methods 1 Semester Hour
This course offers class instruction in basic percussion instruments, including performance, pedagogy, and literature for public school instruction.
MUS 213 String Methods 1 Semester Hour
This course offers class instruction in basic string instruments, including performance, pedagogy, and literature for public school instruction.
MUS 214 Vocal Methods 1 Semester Hour
A concentrated study of vocal/choral pedagogy and its application to music education with emphasis on vocal production, vocal instruction, the adolescent voice, literature standards, rehearsal efficiency, program selection and a review of selected resources.
MUS 234 Non-Degree Recital 0 Semester Hour
Students perform a public non-degree recital, planned in conjunction with the student’s applied teacher and the major music coordinator. The student is responsible for program preparation, publicity, and technical support, again under the supervision of the applied teacher. Information, guidelines, and forms are available in the music office. There is a fee for this course.
MUS 301/302 Music History I/II 3 Semester Hours Each
A survey of developments in Western music from ancient Greece to the early twentieth century, this music history sequence centers upon major historical periods and the lives and thoughts of representative composers. Illustrated lectures include style analysis, prescribed listening, and reading. Prerequisite: MUS 204, 107, or permission of instructor.
MUS 303 Twentieth Century Music 3 Semester Hours
A survey of compositional techniques and musical styles of the 20th century. Score study, analysis, primary source readings, listening, and performance are emphasized. Prerequisite: MUS 204 or permission of instructor.
MUS 304 Counterpoint 3 Semester Hours
A study of the polyphonic techniques based on the stylistic principles of the 16th and 18th centuries, MUS 304 challenges students with analysis and written projects. Prerequisite: MUS 204 or permission of instructor.
MUS 305 Form and Analysis 3 Semester Hours
A detailed study of the parameters of music, MUS 305 studies how they interact with the structure and style of major composers. The course also includes discussion and application of specific analytical techniques appropriate to the music and composers studied. Prerequisite: MUS 204 or permission of instructor.
MUS 306 Orchestration 3 Semester Hours
MUS 306 initiates students into the world of orchestral and band instruments— their range, transposition, and individual characteristics. They learn scoring of works for both standard and varied ensembles. Prerequisite: MUS 204 or permission of instructor.
MUS 308 Topics in Music Literature 3 Semester Hours
In this course, students survey music literature and performance practices of a focused topic, e.g. the operas of Mozart and Verdi, through outside readings, score study, analysis, guided listening, and live performances. They discuss stylistic trends and concepts. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: MUS 204 or permission of instructor.
MUS 310 Materials and Methods for Teaching Music in the Elementary Schools 3 Semester Hours
MUS 310 surveys the principles, methods and materials for teaching general, vocal, and instrumental music in the elementary school. The class includes field experiences. Prerequisite: EDU 202.
MUS 311 Materials and Methods for Teaching Music in the Middle and Secondary Schools
3 Semester Hours
MUS 311 covers the procedures for teaching music in the middle and secondary schools, as well as philosophy and principles of both middle and secondary school music curriculum design, emphasizing organization, administration, and pedagogy for vocal and instrumental instruction. The class includes field experiences. Prerequisite: EDU 202.
MUS 312 Pedagogy of Applied Music 1 Semester Hour
This course offers class instruction, which includes study of applied instrumental techniques, discussion of pedagogical concepts, and observation of instrumental lessons and classes. The course also includes student teaching observed by the instructor.
MUS 330 Conducting 3 Semester Hours
In MUS 330 students learn instrumental and choral conducting techniques, theory, and practice to includes score preparation, musical styles, baton and manual techniques, rehearsal methods, and repertoire selections. Prerequisite: MUS 204.
MUS 331 Instrumental Conducting 3 Semester Hours
An advanced study in manual and rehearsal techniques, this course focuses on the orchestral and symphonic wind repertoire. Areas of study includes score preparation, musical style, ear training, and the role of the conductor. There is a final conducting project. Prerequisites: MUS 204 and MUS 330. Offered infrequently.
MUS 332 Choral Conducting 3 Semester Hours
Advanced study in manual and rehearsal techniques, MUS 332 emphasizes the choral and choral/orchestral repertoire. Areas of study includes General Education Requirements preparation, musical style, ear training, the role of the conductor, and vocal techniques. There is a final conducting project. Prerequisites: MUS 204 and MUS 330. Offered infrequently. Corequisite: ENS 190.
MUS 334 Junior Recital 1 Semester Hour
A recital performance presented in consultation with and under the supervision of the applied teacher. The program will consist of at least 30 minutes of music. The student is responsible for program preparation, publicity, and technical support, again under the supervision of the applied teacher. A hearing examination will be held 4 weeks prior to the recital date. Information, guidelines, and forms are available in the music office. There is a fee for this course.
MUS 336 Church Music Literature 3 Semester Hours
Students in MUS 336 approach a study of hymnody; anthems; large and small choral works; and organ works and their use and context within the worship service. Offered infrequently.
MUS 384 Composition III 3 Semester Hours
Advanced students apply compositional techniques and forms used by composers in the various periods of music history. They write original works, perform these works in class, and discuss these works. Prerequisite: MUS 184, MUS 185, or permission of instructor.
MUS 385 Composition IV 2 Semester Hours
A study of 20th-century compositional techniques, MUS 385 approaches the writing of original works through these techniques. Class performances and discussion of student compositions form a major component of the class. Prerequisite: MUS 384 or permission of instructor.
MUS 430 Church Music Practicum 3 Semester Hours
In MUS 430, students discuss the practical aspects of the vocation of church music and observe and participate in local church settings. Practical applications include techniques of recruiting, initiating new programs, budget and library management, and selection of appropriate materials. Offered infrequently.
MUS 434 Senior Recital 1 Semester Hour
A recital performance presented in consultation with and under the supervision of the applied teacher. The program will consist of at least 50 minutes of music. The performer will also prepare detailed, researched program notes to be included with the printed program. The student is responsible for program preparation, publicity, and technical support, again under the supervision of the applied teacher. Program notes must be submitted 6 weeks prior to the performance. A hearing examination will be held 4 weeks prior to the recital date. Information, guidelines, and forms are available in the music office. There is a fee for this course.
MUS 484 Composition Recital 1 Semester Hour
Students publicly perform original compositions, which show creativity and proficiency in writing various instrumental and vocal combinations. Students will also speak about the works that they have composed.
RCT 100 Music Colloquium 0 Semester Hour
A weekly gathering of all music students and faculty for student performances, performances or presentations by visiting artists or faculty members, and meetings to discuss topics of common interest.
MUSIC: APPLIED (APM)
Music majors with minimal proficiency in their applied area will be required to enroll in APM 0131 before proceeding with the APM 131 through APM 333 sequence. At the end of each semester, the student must perform before a faculty jury. Based on faculty assessment of the performance, the student may be required to repeat any level of applied music, even if that student has a passing grade (D or higher). Such assessment will be based on an evaluation that the proficiency is below that required to proceed to the next level. The student will receive only institutional credit for re-enrollment in an applied music course and must complete through the 333-level with music faculty approval to graduate.
Applied Music Sequence
Applied Major: APM 131, 133, 231, 233
APM 331, 333, 431, 433
2 semester-hours’ credit each semester
12 one-hour lessons per semester
Electives: APM 121, 123, 221, 223
APM 321, 323, 421, 423
May be taken for one or two semester hours’ credit each semester 12 half-hour or one-hour lessons per semester.
Note: APM 124 is required for students who have not passed the Keyboard Competency after completing MUS 123. |