Music Course Descriptions

1101# MUSIC THEORY & LIT I AURAL LAB.

Development of basic aural skills related to sight singing, rhythmic dictation, and keyboard harmony, using examples from all major stylistic periods.

Concurrent with MUS 1203.

1113# MUSIC IN AMERICAN SOCIETY.

A listening survey of popular styles in America, such as folk, jazz, rock, or country western.

1123# MUSIC LITERATURE AND APPRECIATION.

A listening survey of the music of Western civilization from the Romantic and 20th century periods.

1203# MUS THEORY & LIT I, INTRO TO MUS STUDY.

Study of basic concepts of musical language, forms and concepts, using examples of literature from all major stylistic periods.

1213# FUNDAMENTALS OF MUSIC.

The rudiments of music, functional notation, and acoustic principles in historical context for beginners in music study. (Not for music majors)

1231# MUSIC THEORY & LIT II AURAL LAB.

Aural analysis and skills including: beginning music reading, dictation, keyboard harmony and aural analysis of standard works. Continuation of MUS 1101.

(Prerequisite: MUS 1101 or permission of instructor. Concurrent with MUS 1243)

1243# MUS THEORY & LIT II, ELEM WRITING & ANALYSIS.

Basic compositional procedures and analytical systems; melodic study, two part compositions and analysis of literature.

(Prerequisite: MUS 1203 or permission of instructor)

1302 INTRODUCTION TO MUSIC EDUCATION.

An overview of the music education profession, emphasizing the history, philosophy, and standard practices of the public school music classroom.

1400 RECITAL ATTENDANCE.

Opportunities to hear performances of diverse literature. (Required for all music majors)

1411 CHORAL UNION.

A vocal ensemble of mixed voices that performs large scale works such as cantatas, masses and oratorios; open to both university students and members of the community. (May be repeated for credit)

1420 SOUTHEASTERN CHORALE.

A vocal ensemble of mixed voices that performs choral music from all style periods in regular campus and off campus concerts and tours; open to all university students by audition. (May be repeated, and taken for 1 or 2 hours credit)

1430 UNIVERSITY BAND.

Open to all university students upon audition and acceptance by the conductor. Marching band during football season, concert band during remainder of year. (May be repeated, and taken for 1 or 2 hours credit)

1451 MEN’S GLEE CLUB.

A variety of music will be performed from the literature composed expressly for men’s voices. (Open to all men, may be repeated for credit)

1460 WOMEN’S CHORUS.

A variety of music will be performed from the literature composed expressly for women’s voices. (Open to all women, may be repeated for credit) (Previously listed as MUS 1461 WOMEN’S GLEE CLUB)

1470 JAZZ ENSEMBLE STAGE BAND.

Open to all university students. Audition and permission required. Study and performance of swing, jazz and popular music of the 20th Century.

(May be repeated, and taken for one or two hours credit.)

1510 LOWER DIVISION SECONDARY APPLIED MUSIC.

Individual instruction in voice, keyboard, or orchestral instrument. (Field of study is course title. May be repeated for credit.)

2141 BEGINNING CLASS PIANO.

Class instruction in the fundamentals of keyboard technique for beginning piano students.

2201# MUSIC THEORY & LIT III AURAL LAB.

Continuation of MUS 1231. Aural analysis and sight reading of diatonic melodies, contrapuntal dictation in two parts and harmonic dictation using all diatonic triads. (Prerequisite: MUS 1231. Concurrent with MUS 2213)

2213# MUS THEORY & LIT III, INTERM WRIT & ANALYS.

Continuation of MUS 1243.

Two and three part compositions and analysis of monothematic and strophic forms, diatonic triads, seventh chords and modulation.

(Prerequisite: MUS 1243)

2231# MUSIC THEORY & LIT IV AURAL LAB.

Continuation of MUS 2201.

Aural analysis; harmonic dictation of chromatic harmony; sight reading of modulation melodies. (Prerequisite: MUS 2201. Concurrent with MUS 2243)

2243# MUS THEORY & LIT IV, ADV WRIT & ANALYS.

Continuation of MUS 2213. Four part writing and analysis, smaller homophonic forms, chromatic harmony and advanced modulation. (Prerequisite: MUS 2213)

2301 PIANO ACCOMPANYING.

Required of all piano Bachelor of Music Performance degree students.

Students will accompany a vocal ensemble and be assigned to accompany students in solo and chamber music performances.

2341 ELEMTARY CLASS PIANO I.

First semester of piano study in the sequence of piano curriculum for music majors.

Music majors must pass with a grade of “C” or better.

Class instruction in the development of a basic functional knowledge of the piano.

2361 CHILD/ADOLESCENT VOICE DEVELOPMENT.

Study of the physiological development of the adolescent, pubertal, and high school singing voice. Students will explore age appropriate vocalises designed to improve singing skills among adolescent singers.

2402 ELEMENTARY BRASS CLASS.

Brass pedagogy involved in teaching Trumpet, Horn, Trombone, Euphonium and Tuba in public schools; to acquire the ability to play simple melodies and scales. (Semiprivate) (Previously listed as MUS 2401)

2412 ELEM WOODWIND CLASS.

Woodwind pedagogy involved in teaching Flute, Oboe, Clarinet, and Bassoon in public schools; to acquire the ability to play simple melodies and scales. (Semiprivate) (Previously listed as MUS 2411)

2421 ELEM STRING CLASS.

Class instruction in the fundamentals of string technique for beginning string students. (Semiprivate)

2431 ELEM PERCUSSION CLASS.

Class instruction in the fundamentals of percussion technique for beginning percussion students. (Semiprivate)

2441 ELEMENTARY CLASS PIANO II.

Class instruction in the fundamentals of keyboard technique for beginning piano students. (Semiprivate; may be repeated for credit) Second semester of study in sequence of piano curriculum for music majors.

Music majors must pass with a grade of “C” or better.

Continuation of MUS 2341

2451 ELEM VOICE CLASS.

Elementary instruction in basic vocal technique combined with an elementary survey of appropriate vocal literature. (Semiprivate; may be repeated for credit)

2461 ELEM GUITAR CLASS.

A recreational course for personal and general education enrichment. (Semiprivate; may be repeated for credit)

2472 LYRIC DICTION.

A study of the phonetics of singing in English, Italian, German, French and Spanish.

2510 LOWER DIVISION MAJOR APPLIED MUSIC.

Individual instruction in voice, keyboard, and orchestral instruments. (Field of study is course title. May be repeated for credit.)

2541 INTERMEDIATE CLASS PIANO I.

Third semester of piano study in the sequence of piano curriculum for music majors.

Music majors must pass with a grade of “C” of better, Demonstration of ability to successfully complete any four of the seven proficiency skills.

The four will be chosen from: sight reading, harmonization, transposition, 1 hymn & 3 patriotic songs, all major/minor scales, chords and arpeggios (all two octives), accompaniment, and open score. (Prerequisite:MUS 2441)

2641 INTERMEDIATE CLASS PIANO II.

Fourth semester of piano study in the sequence of piano curriculum for music majors.

Music majors must pass with a grade of “C” or better.

Demonstration of ability to successfully complete the remaining two or three proficiency skills listed for MUS 2541 depending on the degree sought. (Prerequisite: MUS 2541

3102 BRASS LITERATURE.

A survey of literature for the various instruments in the brass family, taken from all historical style periods.

3113# HISTORY OF MUSIC I.

A study of the evolution of musical styles and forms from antiquity through the Baroque era.

3123# HISTORY OF MUSIC II.

A continuation of MUS 3113. Study of styles and forms from the Classic period to the present.

3142 PERCUSSION LITERATURE.

A survey of literature for the various instruments in the percussion family, taken from all historical style periods.

3152 PIANO LITERATURE.

A survey of piano literature from all style periods.

3162 VOCAL LITERATURE.

A survey of solo vocal literature for all voice types, from all historical style periods.

3172 WOODWIND LITERATURE.

A survey of solo literature for the various instruments in the woodwind family, taken from all historical style periods.

3201# MUSIC THEORY & LIT V AURAL LAB.

Continuation of MUS 2231. Aural analysis; advanced music reading problems including contemporary music. Concurrent with MUS 3213. (Prerequisite: MUS 2231)

3213# MUS THEORY & LIT V, CONTRP WRIT & ANALYS.

Continuation of MUS 2243. Composition and analysis of contrapuntal forms (invention, fugue, choral prelude); advanced chromatic harmony. (Prerequisite: MUS 2243)

3231# MUSIC THEORY & LIT VI AURAL LAB.

Continuation of MUS 3201. Aural analysis, advanced problems in sight singing, dictation and keyboard harmony. Concurrent with MUS 3243. (Prerequisite: MUS 3201)

3243# MUS TH & LIT VI CONT WRITING & ANALY.

Continuation of MUS 3213.

Composition and analysis in contemporary forms and systems.

(Prerequisite: MUS 3213)

3302 BRASS PEDAGOGY.

A study of teaching methods appropriate for brass instruments.

3323 MUSIC METHODS & MATERIALS FOR CLASSROOM TEACHERS.

Materials and methods of teaching music at the elementary school level. (Not for music majors)

3332 MARCHING BAND TECHNIQUES.

Techniques of planning shows and drills for marching band and adjunct marching units, emphasizing perspectives and performance techniques.

3342 PERCUSSION PEDAGOGY.

A study of teaching methods appropriate for percussion instruments.

3352 PIANO PEDAGOGY.

A study of teaching methods appropriate for the piano.

3362 VOCAL PEDAGOGY.

A study of teaching methods appropriate for the various voice types.

3372 WOODWIND PEDAGOGY.

A study of teaching methods appropriate for woodwind instruments.

3401 INTERMEDIATE BRASS CLASS.

Continuation of MUS 2401; to acquire knowledge concerning intonation problems, basic acoustics, etc., while developing a playing ability equivalent to an intermediate method book. (Prerequisite: MUS 2401 or permission of instructor. Semiprivate)

3411 INTERMEDIATE WOODWIND CLASS.

Continuation of MUS 2411; to acquire knowledge concerning intonation problems, basic acoustics, etc., while developing a playing ability equivalent to an intermediate method book. (Prerequisite: MUS 2411 or permission of instructor. Semiprivate)

3421 INTERMEDIATE STRING CLASS.

Continuation of MUS 2421. (Prerequisite: MUS 2421 or permission of instructor. Semiprivate)

3441 ADVANCED CLASS PIANO I.

Fifth semester of study in sequence of piano curriculum for music majors.

Music majors must pass with a grade of “C” or better. Additional study in literature, sight reading, open score, transposition, ensemble, and harmonization skills.

Continuation of MUS 2441.(Prerequisite:MUS 2641 or permission of instructor, Semiprivate; may be repeated for credit)

3451 INTERMEDIATE VOICE CLASS.

Continuation of MUS 2451. (Prerequisite: MUS 2451 or permission of instructor. Semiprivate; may be repeated for credit)

3461 INTERMEDIATE GUITAR CLASS.

Continuation of MUS 2461. (Prerequisite: MUS 2461 or permission of instructor. Semiprivate)

3471 PRINCIPLES OF CONDUCTING.

Introduction to the principles of conducting; baton techniques; beat patterns; rehearsal procedures; development of physical coordination through actual participation in class.

3481 INSTRUMENTAL CONDUCTING.

Study and application of the principles of conducting relative to instrumental ensemble literature; comparative examination of conducting and rehearsal techniques, score reading, terminology and actual ensemble conducting experience. (Prerequisite: MUS 3471)

3491 CHORAL CONDUCTING.

Study and application of the principles of conducting in relation to vocal ensemble literature with attention to choral tone, diction, score study, style and interpretation with actual ensemble conducting experience. (Prerequisite: MUS 3471)

3510 UPPER DIVISION SECONDARY APPLIED MUSIC.

Individual instruction in voice, keyboard, and orchestral instruments. (Field of study is course title. May be repeated for credit.)

3541 ADVANCED CLASS PIANO II.

Sixth semester of piano study in the sequence of piano curriculum for music majors.

Music majors must pass with a grade of “C” or better.

Continuation of MUS 3441

3641 ADVANCED CLASS PIANO III.

Seventh semester of piano study in the sequence of piano curriculum for music majors.

Music majors must pass with a grade of “C” or better.

Continuation of MUS 3541.

4202 ORCHESTRATION.

Study of tonal resources and capabilities of all orchestral instruments. Opportunities are provided to score existing and original compositions in an orchestral texture. (Prerequisite: MUS 2213)

4212 INSTRUMENTATION.

Demonstration of the instruments of the band and a study of basic transpositions and ranges; transcriptions for ensembles and full band. (Prerequisite: MUS 2213)

4220 RECITAL PERFORMANCE.

Performance of degree or non degree student recitals.

All student recitals are subject to faculty hearings.

Preparation for student degree recitals.

Coaching, accompanying, program note preparation, and recording.

4232 ADVANCED COMPOSITION.

Advanced study of 20th century literature; advanced analytical problems; directed opportunities to utilize traditional and contemporary compositional techniques. (Prerequisite: MUS 3243 or permission of instructor)

4303 METHODS & MATERIALS IN ELEMENTARY MUSIC.

Resources, materials, and techniques for the elementary school music specialist. For all music education majors. (Will not count toward a major or minor in music. Prerequisite: admission to Teacher Education)

4313 METHODS & MATERIALS IN INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC.

Resources, materials and techniques for the instrumental music specialist. For instrumental and combined music education majors only. (Will not count on a major or minor in music. Prerequisite: admission to Teacher Education)

4323 METHODS & MATERIALS IN VOCAL MUSIC.

Resources, materials and techniques for the vocal music specialist. For vocal and combined music education majors only. (Will not count toward a major or minor in music. Prerequisite: admission to Teacher Education)

4332 COMPARATIVE PIANO METHODS & MEDIA.

A critical study of available piano courses and methods. Principles of a sound pedagogical approach for individual and group study of piano.

4401 INSTRUMENTAL ENSEMBLE.

Performance and study of smaller ensemble music according to class listing, performances of student projects; discussion of styles and ideas in performance. Offerings include Brass, Woodwind, and Percussion ensembles. (Prerequisite: permission of instructor; may be repeated for credit)

4410 VOCAL ENSEMBLE.

Open to all university students by audition according to class listing. Offerings include Opera Workshop, and Chamber Singers.

(May be repeated for credit) (Previously listed as MUS 4411)

4510 UPPER DIVISION MAJOR APPLIED MUSIC.

Individual instruction in voice, keyboard, and orchestral instruments. (Field of study is course title. May be repeated for credit.)

4960 DIRECTED READING.

Individualized literature study selected in consultation with the professor. (Prerequisite: permission of instructor)

4970 SPECIAL STUDIES.

Individualized project selected with the advice of the professor. (Prerequisite: permission of instructor)

4980 SEMINAR.

Small group study of topic announced in the Schedule of Classes. (Prerequisite: permission of instructor)

4990 RESEARCH.

Independent investigation designed in consultation with the professor. (Prerequisite: permission of instructor)

5203 ADV CONDUCTING & SCORE READING.

Conducting problems in both choral and instrumental literature of all periods; open choral score and instrumental score reading at the piano.

5303 ADV METHODS & MEDIA IN ELEM SCHOOL MUSIC.

Advanced methods and media in elementary school music including exploration of new materials and ideas in elementary music and their presentation.

5313 ADVANCED METHODS & MEDIA IN INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC.

The organization and administration of the entire instrumental program; plans and techniques of class instruction in instruments; rehearsal routine; methods and materials.

5323 ADV METHODS & MEDIA IN VOCAL MUSIC.

A survey of solutions to problems in teaching vocal music/and an examination of current materials.

5510 GRADUATE APPLIED MUSIC.

Graduate applied music. (Field of study is course title)

5960 DIRECTED READINGS.

Individualized literature study selected in consultation with the professor.

5970 SPECIAL STUDIES.

Individualized project selected with the advice of the professor.

5980 SEMINAR.

Small group study of topic announced in the schedule of classes.

5990 RESEARCH FOR MASTER’S THESIS.

Independent investigation designed in consultation with the professor.

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