300
Study of contrapuntal techniques. Prerequisites: admission to Music candidacy;
MUS 202.
Credits
3(3-0)
Study of the ranges, transpositions, timbral combinations, and tessitura strengths/weaknesses of orchestral and band instruments with practical application of scoring preexisting music. Prerequisites: Admission to Music candidacy;
MUS 201.
Credits
3(2-2)
This course covers the technology, techniques, and literature associated with electronic/electroacoustic music. The emphasis is on the composition and creation of music in various electroacoustic genres. Prerequisites: Admission to Music candidacy;
MUS 209.
Credits
3(3-0)
An exploration of the various brain systems that are engaged by different musical styles and activities. This course may be offered in an online or hybrid format. May be offered as Writing Intensive. Recommended: 56 credit hours completed. (University Program Group I-B: The Arts)
Credits
3(3-0)
Continuation of the work begun in
MUS 211 and
MUS 212. Western music history from c.1850 to the present. May be offered as Writing Intensive. Prerequisites:
MUS 212 with a C or better; admission to Music Candidacy.
Credits
3(3-0)
An introduction to musical systems of major non-Western cultures and folk and traditional music of Western continents. May be offered as Writing Intensive. Recommended: 56 credit hours. (University Program Group I-B: The Arts)
Credits
3(3-0)
Development of the symphony orchestra and changing styles and trends of its literature. Writing Intensive. Prerequisites:
MUS 202, 204, 212; Admission to Music Candidacy.
Credits
3(3-0)
Study of the various composers and literature for the organ and the various periods and schools of organ building. Prerequisite: Admission to Music Candidacy.
Credits
2(2-0)
Study of solo vocal literature and materials suited for students at the secondary level. Prerequisite: Admission to Music Candidacy. Recommended:
MUS 338.
Credits
2(2-0)
Jazz history is rife with stories of racial and gender discrimination. This class will investigate these issues through jazz and American culture. May be offered as Writing Intensive. Recommended: 28 credit hours. (University Program Group IV-C: Studies in Racism and Cultural Diversity in the United States)
Credits
3(3-0)
Fundamentals and methods of teaching music for elementary classroom teachers. Prerequisite:
EDU 107.
Credits
2(1-2)
Includes all phases of instrumental organization and administration in the elementary, junior high, and senior high school. Prerequisites: admission to Music candidacy;
MUS 230.
Credits
2(2-0)
Topics include objectives and instructional strategies for development of basic music concepts and skills in elementary classroom music. Prerequisite: admission to Music candidacy;
MUS 230.
Credits
2(2-0)
Instrumental pedagogy and practicum for the student's major instrument on the Bachelor of Music degree: Orchestral Instrumental concentration. Prerequisite: admission to Music candidacy.
Credits
2(2-0)
Problems, procedures, teaching lab and materials for teaching correct vocal production. Prerequisite: Admission to Music Candidacy.
Credits
2(1-2)
Supervised experience in teaching piano at the precollege and college levels in both the private and group settings. Prerequisite: admission to Music candidacy;
MUS 237.
Credits
1(1-1)
Teaching techniques for percussion. Prerequisites: admission to Music candidacy.
Credits
2(0-4)
Individualized program of applied studio instruction in voice performance focusing on advanced technique, musicianship, literature, and performance practice. This course is repeatable and intended as a two-semester foundation and pre-requisite for study at the 400-level or as a four-semester finalization of voice studies at the undergraduate level. Prerequisites: Admission to the School of Music or Music Theater Program; Successful completion of a 300-level performance jury.
Credits
1-16(Spec)
Individualized program of applied studio instruction in organ performance focusing on advanced technique, musicianship, literature, and performance practice. The course is repeatable and intended as a four-semester foundation and pre-requisite for professional study at the 700-level. Prerequisites: Admission to the School of Music; Successful completion of a 300-level performance jury.
Credits
1-16(Spec)
Individualized program of applied studio instruction in piano performance focusing on the foundations of technique, musicianship, literature, and performance practice. The course is repeatable and intended as a four-semester foundation and pre-requisite for professional study at the 700-level. Prerequisites: Admission to the School of Music; Successful completion of a 300-level performance jury.
Credits
1-16(Spec)
Individualized program of applied studio instruction in violin performance focusing on advanced technique, musicianship, literature, and performance practice. The course is repeatable and intended as a four-semester foundation and pre-requisite for professional study at the 700-level. Prerequisites: Admission to the School of Music; successful completion of a 300-level performance jury.
Credits
1-16(Spec)
Individualized program of applied studio instruction in viola performance focusing on advanced technique, musicianship, literature, and performance practice. The course is repeatable and intended as a four-semester foundation and prerequisite for professional study at the 700-level. Prerequisites: Admission to the School of Music; successful completion of a 300-level performance jury.
Credits
1-16(Spec)
Individualized program of applied studio instruction in violoncello performance focusing on advanced technique, musicianship, literature, and performance practice. The course is repeatable and intended as a four-semester foundation and prerequisite for professional study at the 700-level. Prerequisites: Admission to the School of Music; successful completion of a 300-level performance jury.
Credits
1-16(Spec)
Individualized program of applied studio instruction in string bass performance focusing on advanced technique, musicianship, literature, and performance practice. The course is repeatable and intended as a four-semester foundation and pre-requisite for advanced study at the 700-level. Prerequisites: Admission to the School of Music; successful completion of a 300-level performance jury.
Credits
1-16(Spec)
Advanced applied study of music composition. The course is repeatable and intended as a four-semester foundation and pre-requisite for professional study at the 700-level. Prerequisites: Admission to the School of Music;
MUS 158; Successful completion of a composition jury.
Credits
2-8(Spec)
Individualized program of applied studio instruction in guitar performance focusing on advanced technique, musicianship, literature, and performance practice. The course is repeatable and intended as a four-semester foundation for professional study. Prerequisites: Admission to the School of Music, successful completion of a 300-level performance jury.
Credits
1-8(Spec)
Individualized program of applied studio instruction in harpsichord performance focusing on the foundations of technique, musicianship, literature, and performance practice. The course is repeatable. Prerequisites: Admission to Music Candidacy; successful completion of a 300-level performance jury.
Credits
1-8(Spec)
Individualized program of applied studio instruction in flute performance focusing on advanced technique, musicianship, literature, and performance practice. The course is repeatable and intended as a four-semester foundation and pre-requisite for professional study at the 700-level. Prerequisites: Admission to the School of Music, successful completion of a 300-level performance jury.
Credits
1-16(Spec)
Individualized program of applied studio instruction in oboe performance focusing on advanced technique, musicianship, literature, and performance practice. The course is repeatable and intended as a four- semester foundation and pre-requisite for professional study at the 700- level. Prerequisites: Admission to the School of Music; Successful completion of a 300-level performance jury.
Credits
1-16(Spec)
Individualized program of applied studio instruction in clarinet performance focusing on advanced technique, musicianship, literature, and performance practice. The course is repeatable and intended as a four-semester foundation and pre-requisite for professional study at the 700-level. Prerequisites: Admission to the School of Music; Successful completion of a 300-level performance jury.
Credits
1-16(Spec)
Individualized program of applied studio instruction in bassoon performance focusing on advanced technique, musicianship, literature, and performance practice. The course is repeatable and intended as a four-semester foundation and pre-requisite for professional study at the 700-level. Prerequisites: Admission to the School of Music; Successful completion of a 300-level performance jury.
Credits
1-16(Spec)
Individualized program of applied studio instruction in saxophone performance focusing on advanced technique, musicianship, literature, and performance practice. The course is repeatable and intended as a four-semester foundation and pre-requisite for professional study at the 700-level. Prerequisites: Admission to the School of Music; Successful completion of a 300-level performance jury.
Credits
1-16(Spec)
Individualized program of applied studio instruction in trumpet performance focusing on advanced technique, musicianship, literature, and performance practice. The course is repeatable and intended as a four-semester foundation and pre-requisite for professional study at the 700-level. Prerequisites: Admission to the School of Music; Successful completion of a 300-level performance jury.
Credits
1-16(Spec)
Individualized program of applied studio instruction in horn performance focusing on advanced technique, musicianship, literature, and performance practice. The course is repeatable and intended as a four- semester foundation and pre-requisite for professional study at the 700- level. Prerequisites: Admission to the School of Music; successful completion of a 300-level performance jury.
Credits
1-16(Spec)
Individualized program of applied studio instruction in trombone performance focusing on advanced technique, musicianship, literature, and performance practice. The course is repeatable and intended as a four-semester foundation and pre-requisite for professional study at the 700-level. Prerequisites: Admission to the School of Music; Successful completion of a 300-level performance jury.
Credits
1-16(Spec)
Individualized program of applied studio instruction in euphonium performance focusing on advanced technique, musicianship, literature, and performance practice. The course is repeatable and intended as a four-semester foundation and prerequisite for professional study at the 700-level. Prerequisites: Admission to the School of Music; successful completion of a 300-level performance jury.
Credits
1-16(Spec)
Individualized program of applied studio instruction in tuba performance focusing on advanced technique, musicianship, literature, and performance practice. The course is repeatable and intended as a four- semester foundation and pre-requisite for professional study at the 700- level. Prerequisites: Admission to the School of Music; Successful completion of a 300-level performance jury.
Credits
1-16(Spec)
Individualized program of applied studio instruction in percussion performance focusing on the foundations of technique, musicianship, literature, and performance practice. The course is repeatable and intended as a four-semester foundation and pre-requisite for advanced professional study at the 700-level. Prerequisites: Admission to the School of Music; Successful completion of a 300-level performance jury.
Credits
1-16(Spec)
The study of advanced conducting techniques specific to choral ensembles. The course will focus on rehearsal methods, vocal techniques, music selection and score analysis. Prerequisites:
MUS 280, Admission to Music Candidacy.
Credits
2(0-4)
Principles and performance of instrumental conducting. Prerequisites:
MUS 280 with a grade of C or better; Admission to Music candidacy.
Credits
2(0-4)
Covers various worship services, liturgies, and hymn playing. Prerequisites: Admission to Music Candidacy; Successful completion of 300-level organ jury.
Credits
2(2-0)
Exploration of special topics in the field of Music. This course may be repeated when content does not duplicate previous special topic studies. Prerequisite: Admission to Music Candidacy.
Credits
1-6(Spec)