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MUSC 070 PRIVATE VOCAL INSTRUCTION IN THE
PRIMARY PERFORMING AREA 1 u
This course is intended for students accepted as probationary music
majors. Students allowed to enroll have demonstrated potential in their
performing medium, but need to review the basics of playing their instrument
and/or need work in some performance skills to catch up to the level of
first term music major. This course counts toward the term credit load
and will be computed into the grade point average. It will not be included
in the credit count toward graduation. This course is not repeatable. At
the conclusion of one term of "0" lessons, the student must reaudition
to be accepted as a major in the department. A grade of "C" or lower and/or
nonacceptance as a music major will be cause for the removal of the student
from the program. NOTE: Does not count toward degree. Prereq: Acceptance
as a probationary music major.
MUSC 080 PRIVATE KEYBOARD INSTRUCTION
IN THE PRIMARY PERFORMING AREA 1 u
This course is intended for students accepted as probationary music
majors. Students allowed to enroll have demonstrated potential in their
performing medium, but need to review the basics of playing their instrument
and/or need work in some performance skills to catch up to the level of
a first term music major. This course counts toward the term credit load
and will be computed into the grade point average. It will not be included
in the credit count toward graduation. This course is not repeatable. At
the conclusion of one term of "0" lessons, the student must reaudition
to be accepted as a major in the department. A grade of "C" or lower and/or
nonacceptance as a music major will be cause for the removal of the student
from the program. NOTE: Does not count toward degree.
Prereq: Acceptance as a probationary music major.
MUSC 100 RECITAL ATTENDANCE
0 u
Offered on a satisfactory/no unit basis only. A set number of recitals
and concerts must be attended to fulfill the requirement. Open to and required
of music majors and minors. Repeatable.
MUSC 111 FUNDAMENTALS OF MUSIC
3 u
A required course for Early Childhood, Elementary and Middle School
education majors. A prerequisite to EARLYCHD 222 and ELEMMID 223. Not a
General Studies Course.
MUSC 126 PRIVATE INSTRUMENTAL INSTRUCTION
(Non-Primary) LEVEL I 1 u
This course is intended for minors and for music majors fulfilling
applied music requirements for secondary study. Repeatable.
Prereq: Open by audition and consent of the instructor.
MUSC 127 PRIVATE VOCAL INSTRUCTION
(Non-Primary) LEVEL I 1 u
This course is intended for minors and for music majors fulfilling
applied music requirements for secondary study. Repeatable.
Prereq: Open by audition and consent of the instructor.
MUSC 128 PRIVATE PIANO INSTRUCTION
(Non-Primary) LEVEL I 1 u
This course is intended for minors and for music majors fulfilling
applied music requirements for secondary study. Repeatable.
Prereq: Open by audition and consent of the instructor.
MUSC 129 PRIVATE ORGAN INSTRUCTION
(Non-Primary) LEVEL I 1 u
This course is intended for minors and for music majors fulfilling
applied music requirements for secondary study. Repeatable.
Prereq: Open by audition and consent of the instructor.
MUSC 140 INTRODUCTION TO CLASSICAL
MUSIC GA
2 u
A course in music appreciation emphasizing the organizational elements
in music and the pertinence of these elements to perceptive listening.
Lectures, concerts, assigned reading and directed listening. Not open to
music majors and minors.
MUSC 143 SURVEY OF AMERICAN JAZZ
GA 2 u
A listening approach to jazz with emphases both upon styles and the
contribution made by selected jazz musicians of America. Other influences
upon jazz will also be surveyed.
MUSC 144 CULTURAL MUSIC OF THE
AMERICAS GA/Diversity
3 u
An exploration of the musical culture of native Americans, Latin Americans,
and black Americans with regard to their significance in U.S. history and
society of the present. Through music, ethnic similarities and differences
will be studied to obtain a broad and meaningful perspective of these cultural
effects.
Prereq: GENED 110.
MUSC 150 INTRODUCTION TO MUSIC THEORY
2 u
A beginning course in music theory for interested students. The course
content includes basic concepts of notation, pitch, rhythm, scales, and
chords. Beginning listening and music reading skills are taught. Units
not applicable to music major or minor.
MUSC 151 THEORY I
2 u
An approach to the comprehension of the basic tools of musicianship
through the study of notation, clefs, meters, scales, modes, intervals,
tonality, melody and harmony.
MUSC 152 THEORY II
2 u
An approach to the comprehension of the basic tools of musicianship
through the study of part-writing, harmonic progression, chord functions,
seventh chords and secondary dominants.
Prereq: MUSC 151.
MUSC 153 AURAL SKILLS I
2 u
An approach to the comprehension of the basic tools of musicianship
through the study of pitch and pattern work on melody, harmony and rhythm.
Intended to be taken concurrently with Theory I (MUSC 151).
MUSC 154 AURAL SKILLS II
2 u
The second of a series of four terms of basic musical training in ear
training, sightsinging and rhythm intended to be the foundation courses
for all music majors and minors.
Prereq: MUSC 153.
MUSC 160 PRIVATE INSTRUMENTAL INSTRUCTION
IN THE PRIMARY PERFORMING AREA (100 LEVEL)
1-4 u
Study at this level includes the review and application of fundamental
techniques in the selected area, and the performance of solo repertoire
appropriate to the first year of college study. Repeatable. Open to music
majors who have passed the entrance audition in their primary area.
MUSC 161 UNIVERSITY BANDS
1 u
Open to all students in the university. Symphonic Wind Ensemble meets
in the evenings during the fall term and in the afternoons during the spring
term. Concert Band meets only during the spring term, in the afternoons.
For Marching Band information, please see MUSC 169. For Pep Band, please
see MUSC 269. Repeatable.
Prereq: Audition required for membership in Symphonic Wind Ensemble.
MUSC 162 UNIVERSITY ORCHESTRA
1 u
Open to all university students. Materials selected from standard orchestral
literature. Repeatable.
Prereq: Audition and consent of instructor.
MUSC 164 JAZZ BANDS
1 u
Open to all university students. The Jazz Bands rehearse and perform
various styles of the jazz band repertoire with a focus on skills in improvisation.
Repeatable.
Prereq: Audition and consent of instructor.
MUSC 165 CLARINET TECHNIQUES
1 u
Study of clarinet and clarinet pedogogy, emphasizing embouchure formation,
breathing, hand position, articulation and finger technique. A variety
of teaching materials and methods will be explored.
Prereq: Music major or minor or consent of instructor.
MUSC 166 FOLK GUITAR
1 u
An introduction to guitar. Emphasis will be placed on the chordal approach
to guitar playing in order to harmonize (accompany) popular folk melodies.
Prereq: Music major or minor or consent of instructor.
MUSC 167 VIOLIN AND VIOLA TECHNIQUES
1 u
Study of violin and viola emphasizing methods suitable for use in school
classes.
Prereq: Music major or minor or consent of instructor.
MUSC 168 TRUMPET AND HORN TECHNIQUES
1 u
Study of the trumpet and horn emphasizing development of pedagogical
and performance skills. Consideration given to the selection of appropriate
teaching materials for beginning students.
Prereq: Music major or minor or consent of instructor.
MUSC 169 MARCHING BAND
1 u
Open to all students in the university who play a wind or percussion
instrument, or who have been or want to be in a color guard. Performs for
all home games and travels periodically. Repeatable. Offered fall term
only.
MUSC 170 PRIVATE VOCAL INSTRUCTION
IN THE PRIMARY PERFORMING AREA (100 LEVEL)
1-4 u
Study at this level includes the review and application of fundamental
techniques and the performance of solo repertoire appropriate to the first
year of college study. Repeatable. Open to music majors who have passed
the entrance audition in their
primary area.
MUSC 171 CONCERT CHOIRS
1 u
Membership open to all college men and women who have had previous
choral experience. Activities consist of concerts, spring tour and special
programs. The choir performs standard choral literature. Repeatable.
Prereq: Admission by audition.
MUSC 175 UNIVERSITY CHORUS
1 u
A chorus of mixed voices open to all university students, faculty and
townspeople who enjoy singing. Activities consist of fall and spring concerts
that include standard choral literature, with some emphasis on large scale
works. Repeatable. No audition required.
MUSC 177 CLASS VOICE I
1 u
Application of the basic fundamentals of vocal tone production and
technique. Open to all university students, with priority given to music
majors or minors fulfilling degree requirements.
MUSC 178 CLASS VOICE II
1 u
Continuation of application of the basic fundamentals of vocal tone
production and technique. Priority given to music minors.
Prereq: MUSC 177 or advanced placement by audition.
MUSC 180 PRIVATE PIANO INSTRUCTION
IN THE PRIMARY PERFORMING AREA (LEVEL I)
1-4 u
Study at this level includes the review and application of fundamental
techniques and the performance of solo repertoire appropriate to the first
year of college study. Repeatable. Open to music majors who have passed
the entrance audition in their primary area.
MUSC 181 PRIVATE ORGAN INSTRUCTION
IN THE PRIMARY PERFORMING AREA (LEVEL I)
1-4 u
Study at this level includes the review and application of fundamental
techniques and the performance of solo repertoire appropriate to the first
year of college study. Repeatable. Open to music majors who have passed
the entrance audition in their primary area.
MUSC 186 BEGINNING CLASS PIANO
1 u
Group instruction for music majors and minors who have had no previous
keyboard training. Two one-hour meetings and four hours practice per week.
Open to the general university student with priority given to music majors
or minors fulfilling degree requirements.
MUSC 187 CLASS PIANO
1 u
Continuation of MUSC 186 or the equivalent. Students must audition
prior to or during registration to be accepted at this level. Two one-hour
meetings and four hours practice per week.
MUSC 188 CLASS PIANO
1 u
A continuation of MUSC 187 or the equivalent. Students must audition
prior to or during registration to be accepted at this level. Two one-hour
meetings and four hours practice per week.
Prereq: MUSC 187 or equivalent
MUSC 189 FUNCTIONAL CLASS PIANO
1 u
Continuation of MUSC 188 or the equivalent. Students must audition
prior to or during registration to be accepted at this level. Applied piano
or organ lessons may be taken simultaneously. Instrumental music education
majors are encouraged to enroll in this course during their last term of
piano study. Two one-hour meetings plus four hours of practice per week.
MUSC 190 MUSIC IMPROVISATION
1 u
An exploration of the basic harmonic and melodic skills necessary to
compose spontaneously. Examination of melodic and chord/scale vocabularies
as they relate to specific styles such as jazz, Latin jazz, blues, rock,
and bluegrass.
Prereq: MUSC 151
MUSC 240 SURVEY OF AFRICAN AMERICAN MUSIC
3 u
This course is a survey of the African American contribution to the
musical heritage of the United States. Styles discussed will include: Black
musics of the 19th century, the Blues, Gospel, Jazz and popular styles
from Doo Wop to Hip Hop, as well as art music by African American composers.
Previous musical experience is not necessary.
Prereq: GENED 110
MUSC 241 SURVEY OF LATIN AMERICAN MUSIC
3 u
This course is an overview of Latin American musical styles. The course
will begin with a survey of folkloric styles in Spain and across Latin
America, and will move on to contemporary Latin American popular styles
and art music by Latin American composers. Previous musical experience
is not necessary.
Prereq: GENED 110
MUSC 244 NATIVE AMERICAN MUSIC
GA/Diversity 3 u
An exploration of the musical culture of native Americans with regard
to its significance in U.S. history and society of the present. Through
music, ethnic similarities and differences will be studied to obtain a
broad and meaningful perspective of these cultural effects.
Prereq: GENED 110.
MUSC 245 MUSIC HISTORY I
GA 3 u
A survey of the history of Western music, from Antiquity to 1600. The
course emphasizes music listening and style analysis of Medieval and Renaissance
music, along with basis bibliographic knowledge necessary for the music
student.
Prereq: GENED 110 and MUSC 151 and MUSC 152 or consent of instructor.
MUSC 246 MUSIC HISTORY II
GA 3 u
A continuation of MUSC 245. A survey of the history of Western music,
from 1600 to 1800. The course emphasizes music listening and style analysis
of Baroque and Classical period music.
Prereq: GENED 110 and MUSC 151 and MUSC 152 or consent of instructor.
MUSC 247 MUSIC HISTORY III
GA 3 u
A continuation of MUSC 246. A survey of the history of Western music,
from 1800 to the present. The course emphasizes music listening and style
analysis of Romantic and Contemporary music, including popular styles.
Prereq: GENED 110 and MUSC 151 and MUSC 152 or consent of instructor.
MUSC 251 MUSIC THEORY III
2 u
An approach to the comprehension of the basic tools of musicianship
through the study of modulation and chromatic harmony.
Prereq: MUSC 152.
MUSC 252 MUSIC THEORY IV
2 u
A study of the tonal, melodic, and formal organization of art music
since 1900. Students will examine works characterizing a diversity of compositional
styles and explore appropriate methods of analysis.
Prereq: MUSC 251.
MUSC 253 AURAL SKILLS III
2 u
An approach to the comprehension of the basic tools of musicianship
through the study of pitch and pattern work in melody, harmony and rhythm
at a more advanced level than Aural Skills II.
Prereq: MUSC 152 and MUSC 154.
MUSC 254 AURAL SKILLS IV
2 u
An approach to the comprehension of the basic tools of musicianship
through the study of pitch and pattern work in melody, harmony and rhythm
at a more advanced level than Aural Skills III.
Prereq: MUSC 251 and MUSC 253.
MUSC 260 PRIVATE INSTRUMENTAL INSTRUCTION
IN THE PRIMARY PERFORMING AREA (200 LEVEL)
1-4 u
Study at this level is a continuation of 100 Level with increased emphasis
on musicianship, expansion of technical facility, and the coverage and
performance of standard repertoire. Repeatable.
Prereq: Completion of two terms of 100 Level with a grade of
"C" or better in each term ("B" or better for students pursuing the Performance
Emphasis). Equivalent study and/or demonstrated accomplishment may be presented
as an alternative.
MUSC 265 FLUTE TECHNIQUES
.5 u
Study of flute emphasizing correct embouchure, fingering, tonguing
and breathing. Varied approaches to developing technique.
Prereq: MUSC 165.
MUSC 267 CELLO AND STRING BASS TECHNIQUES
1 u
Study of cello and string bass emphasizing methods suitable for use
in school classes.
Prereq: Music major or minor or consent of instructor.
MUSC 268 TROMBONE, BARITONE AND TUBA
TECHNIQUES 1 u
Study of trombone, baritone and tuba emphasizing correct embouchure,
breathing, articulation and fingering. Considerations given to problems
related to the selection of beginning brass players.
Prereq: Music major or minor or consent of instructor.
MUSC 269 INSTRUMENTAL ENSEMBLE
1 u
Instrumental ensembles that are regularly offered in the spring term
include Pep Band, Flute Choir, Brass Ensemble and related groups (Horn/Trombone/Tuba-Euphonium
Choirs), and Percussion Ensemble. Smaller chamber ensembles can be formed
as student interest warrants. Membership is open to all university students.
Repeatable. Some groups require an audition.
MUSC 270 PRIVATE VOCAL INSTRUCTION
IN THE PRIMARY PERFORMING AREA (LEVEL 2)
1-4 u
A continuation of 100 Level with increased emphasis on musicianship,
expansion of technical facility, and the study and performance of standard
repertoire. Repeatable.
Prereq: Completion of two terms of 100 Level with a grade of
"C" or better each term ("B" or better for students pursuing the Performance
Emphasis). Equivalent study and/or demonstrated accomplishment may be presented
as an alternative.
MUSC 271 OPERA PERFORMANCE TECHNIQUES
1 u
A study of basic techniques for the singer/actor through performance
of scenes from operatic masterworks of various historical periods. Repeatable.
Prereq: Audition or consent of instructor.
MUSC 272 PRACTICUM IN MUSIC THEATRE
1 u
Participation as a singer or orchestra member in a university production.
Repeatable.
Prereq: Audition or consent of instructor.
MUSC 273 OBOE TECHNIQUES
.5 u
Study of oboe emphasizing correct embouchure, fingering, tonguing and
breathing. Varied approaches to developing technique.
Prereq: MUSC 165.
MUSC 275 DICTION FOR SINGERS I
2 u
Language diction as applied to singing. The emphasis in this course
is on Singer's English and Italian Diction.
Prereq: One term of college level private or class voice study
or consent of instructor.
MUSC 276 DICTION FOR SINGERS II
2 u
Language diction as applied to singing. This course deals with Singer's
German and French Diction.
Prereq: MUSC 275 and two prior terms of college level voice.
MUSC 279 VOCAL ENSEMBLE*
1 u
The study and performance of selected vocal chamber music. Ensembles
include Women's Chorale and Class Act (jazz/show choir) and Gospel Choir.
Repeatable. Open to all students by audition.
MUSC 280 PRIVATE PIANO INSTRUCTION
IN THE PRIMARY PERFORMING AREA (LEVEL 2)
1-4 u
A continuation of 100 Level with increased emphasis on musicianship,
expansion of technical facility, and the study and performance of standard
repertoire. Repeatable.
Prereq: Completion of two terms of 100 Level with a grade of
"C" or better in each term ("B" or better for students pursuing the Performance
Emphasis). Equivalent study and/or demonstrated accomplishment may be presented
as an alternative.
MUSC 281 PRIVATE ORGAN INSTRUCTION IN THE
PRIMARY PERFORMING AREA (LEVEL 2)
1-4 u
A continuation of 100 Level with increased emphasis on musicianship,
expansion of technical facility, and the study and performance of standard
repertoire. Repeatable.
Prereq: Completion of two terms of 100 Level with a grade of
"C" or better in each term ("B" or better for students pursuing the Performance
Emphasis). Equivalent study and/or demonstrated accomplishment may be presented
as an alternative.
MUSC 290 TECHNOLOGY FOR MUSIC EDUCATORS
2 u
Aspects of music technology essential to music educators, such as the
use of music software in notation and composition, MIDI-based sequencing
and sampling, digital recording and production, basic live sound techniques,
and basic technology grant-writing strategies.
MUSC 292 INSTRUMENTAL TECHNIQUES
1 u
Instrumental Techniques is designed to provide vocal and keyboard majors
with fundamental techniques for playing wind, string, and percussion instruments.
Additionally, students in the choral and general music education emphases
will gain expertise in using instruments of various musical traditions
in the curriculum. Prereq: Admission to Professional Ed
MUSC 327 PRIVATE VOCAL INSTRUCTION
(NON-PRIMARY) LEVEL 2 1 u
A continuation of 100 Level with increased emphasis on technical facility
and preparation of solo literature. Repeatable for a maximum of 3 units
in major.
Prereq: Successful completion of four terms of 100 Level, and
consent of the faculty.
MUSC 328 PRIVATE PIANO INSTRUCTION
(NON-PRIMARY) LEVEL 2 1 u
A continuation of 100 Level with increased emphasis on technical facility
and preparation of solo literature. Repeatable for a maximum of 3 units
in major.
Prereq: Successful completion of four terms of 100 Level, and
consent of the faculty.
MUSC 338 APPLIED VOICE PEDAGOGY
3 u
Functional knowledge of the singing voice and its development for children,
adolescents, and adults. Instructional methods and teaching skills, and
appropriate methods for teaching voice.
Prereq: Six terms of applied voice.
MUSC 339 PIANO PEDAGOGY
2 u
A critical and intensive examination of teaching materials and skills
essential for teaching the piano.
Prereq: 4 terms of applied piano.
MUSC 340 MUSIC EDUCATION FOR STUDENTS
WITH EXCEPTIONALITIES 2 u
This course for music education students will address the design and
implementation of music programs to serve children and adolescents with
exceptional educational needs. Theories of development will provide a foundation
for the acquisition of strategies and instructional techniques for teaching
music in inclusive educational settings. Students will apply knowledge
of exceptionalities to adapt the curriculum in instrumental, choral, and
general music.
Prereq: Concurrent registration in Pre-Professional Block (CIFLD
200F) is required.
MUSC 343 CHORAL LITERATURE
2 u
A survey of choral literature from the sixteenth century to the present,
including the evaluation of choral works for school and church choirs and
small ensembles.
Prereq: MUSC 251.
MUSC 356 CONDUCTING
2 u
The technique, practice and principles of conducting. Emphasis on the
development of effective hand and baton technique through drill and examples
of the various meter patterns, tempi, styles, dynamics and musical terms.
Prereq: MUSC 252.
MUSC 357 CHORAL CONDUCTING
2 u
Advanced choral conducting techniques with emphasis placed on rehearsal
problems and solutions as well as choral organization management.
Prereq: MUSC 356.
MUSC 358 INSTRUMENTAL CONDUCTING
2 u
Advanced conducting techniques with emphasis on both the gestural aspects
of conducting and score study.
Prereq: MUSC 356.
MUSC 360 PRIVATE INSTRUMENTAL INSTRUCTION
IN THE PRIMARY PERFORMING AREA (LEVEL 3)
1-4 u
A continuation of 200 Level with increased emphasis on technical facility
and preparation of solo literature. Repeatable.
Prereq: Completion of two terms of 200 Level with grade of "B"
or better and consent of faculty.
MUSC 362 STRING INSTRUMENT TECHNIQUES
3 u
Students will learn fundamentals of both right and left hand technique
including tone production, various bowing styles, intonation, shifting,
and vibrato. Students will also learn pedagogical strategies for teaching
string instruments in school settings.
Prereq: Music major
MUSC 363 WOODWIND TECHNIQUES I
2 u
Woodwind Techniques I provides music education students seeking
licensure, functional instruction on non-primary woodwind instruments.
The course emphasizes the development of pedagogical and performance skills
relative to clarinet and flute and diagnose and solve the problems of embouchure,
breathing, posture, tone production, hand position, technique, and basic
musicianship.
Prereq: MUSC 252
MUSC 364 WOODWIND TECHNIQUES II
2 u
Woodwind Techniques II provides music education students seeking
licensure, functional instruction on non-primary woodwind instruments.
The course emphasizes the development of pedagogical and performance skills
relative to oboe, bassoon and saxophone. The student will demonstrate a
functional performance level on the oboe, bassoon and saxophone, and diagnose
and solve the problems of embouchure, breathing, posture, tone production,
hand position, technique, and basic musicianship.
Prereq: MUSC 363
MUSC 365 SAXOPHONE AND BASSOON TECHNIQUES
1 u
Study of saxophone and bassoon emphasizing correct embouchure, fingering,
tonguing and breathing. Varied approaches to developing technique.
Prereq: MUSC 165.
MUSC 366 BRASS INSTRUMENT TECHNIQUES
3 u
Study of brass instrument pedagogical and performance skills
to help prepare instrumental music education majors to teach brass instruments
to beginning and intermediate students, and to support more advanced students
with a knowledge of pedagogical and performance practices, related materials,
and equipment.
Prereq: Music major or consent of instructor.
MUSC 368 PERCUSSION TECHNIQUES
2 u
Study of snare drum, timpani, keyboard percussion, drum set and other
percussion instruments. Consideration given to the problems of the beginning
percussionist. Repeatable.
Prereq: Music major or minor or consent of instructor.
MUSC 370 PRIVATE VOCAL INSTRUCTION
IN THE PRIMARY PERFORMING AREA (LEVEL 3)
1-4 u
A continuation of 200 Level with increased emphasis on technical facility
and preparation of solo literature. Performance majors will give a twenty-minute
recital. Repeatable.
Prereq: Completion of two terms of 200 Level with grade of "B"
or better and consent of faculty.
MUSC 380 PRIVATE PIANO INSTRUCTION
IN THE PRIMARY PERFORMING AREA (LEVEL 3)
1-4 u
A continuation of 200 Level with increased emphasis on technical facility
and preparation of solo literature. Repeatable.
Prereq: Completion of two terms of 200 Level with grade of "B"
or better and consent of faculty.
MUSC 381 PRIVATE ORGAN INSTRUCTION
IN THE PRIMARY PERFORMING AREA (LEVEL 3)
1-4 u
A continuation of 200 Level with increased emphasis on technical facility
and preparation of solo literature. Repeatable.
Prereq: Completion of two terms of 200 Level with grade of "B"
or better and consent of faculty.
MUSC 383 CHAMBER MUSIC
1 u
Rehearsal and performance of music for diverse small ensembles. Repeatable.
Unit for MUSC 383 will not be given for work undertaken as part of any
applied lesson course work or for Senior Recital MUSC 488 or MUSC 489.
Prereq: consent of instructor.
MUSC 422/622 ASSESSMENT OF MUSIC LEARNING
2 u
Students will investigate theories and techniques for assessing musical
behaviors such as performance, creation, analysis, and reflection. The
development of teacher-designed assessment strategies and the use of standardized
tests for the measurement of musical aptitude and achievement will be addressed.
The course will also focus on evaluation and reporting of student achievement
in music classrooms and rehearsal settings.
Prereq: Admission to Professional Education is required. Concurrent
registration in SECNDED 436 or ELEMMID 234 and CIFLD 492.
MUSC 438/638 MEDIEVAL MUSIC
2 u
Musical trends from c. 500-1400, the development of Western European
musical style from Antiquity to the Renaissance. Analysis of representative
works.
Prereq: MUSC 245, MUSC 246 and MUSC 247.
MUSC 439/639 THE HISTORY OF JAZZ
2 u
The history of jazz examines the medium through historical writings
and listening analyses. The course encompasses jazz history from the earliest
influences to the current state of jazz.
Prereq: MUSC 247 and MUSC 252 or consent of instructor.
MUSC 440/640 THE HISTORY AND LITERATURE
OF THE WIND BAND AND WIND ENSEMBLE
2 u
The history and literature of the wind band and wind ensemble will
be examined through historical documentation and literature analysis. The
course will encompass ancient and Medieval wind music through the 20th
century.
Prereq: MUSC 247 and MUSC 252 or consent of instructor.
MUSC 443 LITERATURE AND PEDAGOGY OF
THE MAJOR PERFORMING AREA 2 u
Designed to acquaint the student with the literature and pedagogy of
his/her major performance medium through performance, recordings, analysis
and examination of pedagogical materials and techniques. Criteria for evaluating
the aesthetic worth of specific compositions are given special emphasis.
Repeatable.
Prereq: Two years of study in principal performance area.
MUSC 445/645 RENAISSANCE MUSIC
2 u
Musical trends from c. 1400-1600, the development of Western European
musical style through the Renaissance. Analysis of representative works.
Prereq: MUSC 245, MUSC 246 and MUSC 247 or consent of instructor.
MUSC 447/647 MUSIC OF THE CLASSICAL
PERIOD 2 u
Musical trends from C. 1720-1830, the development of Western European
musical style from the mid-18th century through Haydn, Mozart and Beethoven.
Analysis of representative works.
MUSC 448/648 MUSIC OF THE ROMANTIC
PERIOD 2 u
Musical trends from c. 1800-1910; the development of Western European
musical style during the 19th century. Analysis of representative works.
MUSC 450 SURVEY OF WORLD MUSICS
3 u
Provides a basic introduction to ethmusicological methods and problems,
surveys several non-Western musical cultures. Students will analyze representative
works and conduct independent research on a pertinent topic.
Prereq: MUSC 245 AND MUSC 246 AND MUSC 247
MUSC 452 MIDI TECHNIQUES
2 u
A study of Musical Instrument Digital Interface sequencing technology.
Students will use the UW-W MIDI Lab's computer, synthesizer, digital recording
and sound processing equipment, and sequencing software. A final recording
project will incorporate both live and digital sound sources.
Prereq: MUSC 152 or consent of instructor.
MUSC 453 ARRANGING
2 u
A study of orchestration, band scoring, and writing for smaller instrumental
ensembles, emphasizing fluency in score reading and transpositions. Students
will also be presented with an introduction to basic choral arranging principles.
Prereq: MUSC 252 and MUSC 254.
MUSC 454/654 COUNTERPOINT
2 u
A study of contrapuntal technique, centering on the 18th century style.
The fugue, passacaglia, and other forms are analyzed. Students will complete
projects in two and three voices.
Prereq: MUSC 252.
MUSC 455/655 FORM AND ANALYSIS
2 u
A study of the basic structural components employed in traditional
long forms. Analysis, centered on the Classical period, will also include
works of other eras.
Prereq: MUSC 252 and MUSC 254.
MUSC 457 MUSIC COMPOSITION
2 u
Creative writing in various idioms, utilizing both harmonic and contrapuntal
techniques. Repeatable with consent of instructor.
Prereq: MUSC 252 or consent of instructor.
MUSC 458/658 JAZZ IMPROVISATION
1 u
The study and practice of jazz improvisation. Study of the fundamentals
of jazz music theory and nomenclature. Listening to, and transcribing historic
jazz solos. Performance of modal jazz and 12 bar blues.
Prereq: MUSC 152 and audition or consent of instructor.
MUSC 459/659 JAZZ ARRANGING AND COMPOSITION
2 u
An in-depth study of the formats and techniques involved in arranging
and composing for the jazz small group (4 horns and rhythm section). A
complete AABA song form arrangement for jazz small group will be required,
performed and recorded.
Prereq: MUSC 251 or consent of instructor.
MUSC 460 PRIVATE INSTRUMENTAL INSTRUCTION
IN THE PRIMARY PERFORMING AREA (LEVEL 4)
1-4 u
A continuation of 300 Level, the primary objective being the preparation
and presentation of a senior recital. Repeatable.
Prereq: Completion of two terms of 300 Level with a grade of
"B" or better.
MUSC 461/661 ADVANCED JAZZ IMPROVISATION
1 u
Continued study and practice of jazz improvisation. Study of more advanced
concepts in jazz music theory. Listening to and transcribing historic jazz
solos. Performance of 12 bar blues, minor blues, "rhythm changes", and
jazz standards.
Prereq: MUSC 458/658 or consent of instructor.
MUSC 463/663 MUSIC AFTER 1900
2 u
Musical trends from c. 1900 to the present, the development of Western
European musical style from Impressionism to Post-Modernism. Analysis of
representative works.
Prereq: MUSC 245, MUSC 246 and MUSC 247.
MUSC 467/667 JAZZ PEDAGOGY I
1 u
An intensive study of the methodologies for teaching jazz. Focus areas
include jazz history, jazz theory, jazz improvisation, and jazz program
resources.
Prereq: MUSC 252 or consent of instructor.
MUSC 468/668 MARCHING BAND TECHNIQUES
1 u
An intensive study of numerous pedagogical and administrative methods
necessary to create an educational marching band experience. Topics include
fundamentals of drill design, music selection, comprehensive show planning,
teaching methodologies, auxiliary groups, and marching percussion.
Prereq: MUSC 252 or consent of instructor.
MUSC 469/669 JAZZ PEDAGOGY II
1 u
Experience with the organization, performance, and directing of both
the large and small jazz ensembles. This will be facilitated through a
student big band and multiple small groups that will include class members
on major or secondary instruments. Volunteer students will cover positions
not available in the class enrollment to achieve complete instrumentation
in all of the ensembles.
MUSC 470 PRIVATE VOCAL INSTRUCTION IN THE
PRIMARY PERFORMING AREA (LEVEL 4)
1-4 u
A continuation of 300 Level, the primary objective being the preparation
and presentation of a senior recital. Repeatable.
Prereq: Completion of two terms of 300 Level with a grade of
"B" or better.
MUSC 479/679 ADVANCED JAZZ ARRANGING
2 u
An indepth study of the formats and techniques involved in arranging
and composing for the jazz big band (4 trumpets, 4 trombones, 5 saxophones,
piano, guitar, bass, and drums). A complete arrangement for modern jazz
big band will be required, performed and recorded.
MUSC 480 PRIVATE PIANO INSTRUCTION
IN THE PRIMARY PERFORMING AREA (LEVEL 4)
1-4 u
A continuation of 300 Level, the primary objective being the preparation
and presentation of a senior recital. Repeatable.
Prereq: Completion of two terms of 300 Level with a grade of
"B" or better.
MUSC 481 PRIVATE ORGAN INSTRUCTION
IN THE PRIMARY PERFORMING AREA (LEVEL 4)
1-4 u
A continuation of 300 Level, the primary objective being the preparation
and presentation of a senior recital. Repeatable.
Prereq: Completion of two terms of 300 Level with a grade of
"B" or better.
MUSC 482 VOCAL AND INSTRUMENTAL
ACCOMPANYING 1 u
A study of principles of vocal and instrumental accompanying. Practical
accompaniment projects carried out under supervision.
Repeatable four times for major/degree.
Prereq: Consent of instructor.
MUSC 488 SENIOR RECITAL
1 u
Prerequisite: Two terms of private instruction in the Primary Performing
Area at 300 Level. The student should enroll for this course in the term
in which he/she intends to present the senior recital. The main objective
is the preparation of at least 20 minutes of music and its performance
on a public recital. One unit of Level 400 instruction in the Primary Performing
Area may be elected concurrently.
MUSC 489 SENIOR RECITAL (PERFORMANCE)
1 u
Prerequisite: Two terms of private instruction in the Primary Performing
Area at 300 Level. The student should enroll for this course in the term
in which he/she intends to present the senior recital. The main objective
is the preparation of at least 45 minutes of music and its performance
on a public recital. Two or three units of Level 400 instruction in the
Primary Performing Area should be elected concurrently.
MUSC 490/690 MUSIC WORKSHOP Repeatable 1-6 u
MUSC 491 TRAVEL STUDY Repeatable 1-3 u
MUSC 496/696 SPECIAL STUDIES Repeatable 1-4 u
MUSC 498 INDEPENDENT STUDY
1-4 u
Repeatable. Prereq: Consent of the interested staff member and the
department chairperson. (Open to juniors and seniors majoring or minoring
in music.)
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