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MUP 096 - Vocal Studio
Weekly classes, with the individual studio teachers and staff pianists, to actively work on and engage in the process of synthesizing vocal technique and performance. Coreq: MUP 1A.
Prerequisites & Notes
Coreq: MUP 1A. Term cycle: fall and spring. Yearly cycle: all years.
Credits: 0
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MUP 097 - Composition Studio Forum
A weekly class with all composition students where students and faculty present their work, composition topics are discussed, and guest lectures are held. Course codes: A. Co-req: MUP 1Q.
Prerequisites & Notes
Course codes: A. Coreq: MUP 1Q. Term cycle: fall and spring. Yearly cycle: all years.
Credits: 0
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MUP 098 - Piano Studio
Course codes: A. Coreq: MUP 1B.
Prerequisites & Notes
Course codes: A. Coreq: MUP 1B. Term cycle: fall and spring. Yearly cycle: all years.
Credits: 0
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MUP 310 - Jazz Composition and Arranging
Concepts and procedures essential to composing and arranging for jazz ensembles including small groups, big bands and studio orchestras. Study of instrumental characteristics, range, transpositions, efficient notation, special rhythm section notation and chord symbol conventions; in-depth study of melodic, harmonic, rhythmic and orchestration concepts, reinforced through analysis of examples by master composers. Weekly written assignments, one composition or arrangement for jazz combo and one for large jazz ensemble, rehearsed by student and performed on combo and big band concerts. Course Codes: C. Pre-req: MUS*123, MUS*124, MUS*303 or permission of instructor.Course Codes: C. Pre-req: MUS*123, MUS*124, MUS*303 or permission of instructor.
Prerequisites & Notes
Course Codes: C. Pre-req: MUS*123, MUS*124, MUS*303 or permission of instructor. Term cycle: variable. Yearly cycle: variable offering.
Credits: 3
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MUP 311 - Survey Vocal Literature I
A survey of vocal literature for solo voice in Western culture. Emphasis on the over-all output for solo voice in art forms, interpretation of texts, and problems in diction; incorporates training for independence in repertoire planning; special emphasis on details of the most significant English and Italian repertoire. Course Codes: R.
Prerequisites & Notes
Course Codes: R. Term cycle: fall. Yearly cycle: variable offering.
Credits: 2
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MUP 312 - Survey of Vocal Literature II
A survey of vocal literature for solo voice in Western culture. Emphasis on the overall output for solo voice in art forms, interpretation of texts, and diction; incorporates training for independence in repertoire planning; special emphasis on details on the most significant Lieder and Melodie composers. Additional auxilliary languages and repertoire introduced as time permits. Course Codes: R
Prerequisites & Notes
Course Codes: R. Term cycle: spring. Yearly cycle: variable offering.
Credits: 2
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MUP 313 - Piano Literature I
A brief history of keyboard instruments; a study of the pianist’s standard repertoire from the Baroque through the Classical era. Study of stylistic analysis and discussion of performance practices and problems, including those surrounding ornamentation, articulation, and the keyboard instrument. Course Codes: R.
Prerequisites & Notes
Course Codes: R. Term cycle: fall. Yearly cycle: variable offering.
Credits: 3
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MUP 314 - Piano Literature II
A study of the pianist’s standard repertoire from the nineteenth century to the present, including stylistic analysis and cultural discussion of performance practices and issues of historical relevance. Course Codes: R.
Prerequisites & Notes
Course Codes: R. Term cycle: spring. Yearly cycle: variable offering.
Credits: 3
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MUP 315 - Instrumental Music History and Literature
Readings and study of standard literature appropriate to the student’s performance instrument; also included will be performance and listening assignments. Study of performance practices, aesthetic values, technical problems, and formal structure. Course Codes: R.
Prerequisites & Notes
Course Codes: R. Term cycle: fall. Yearly cycle: all years.
Credits: 3
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MUP 332 - Group Piano Techniques
Group piano techniques and apprenticeship in class piano. Keyboard Performance major or area coordinator approval. Additional Course fee required.
Prerequisites & Notes
Keyboard Performance major or area coordinator approval. Additional Course fee required. Term cycle: fall. Yearly cycle: all years.
Credits: 1
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MUP 431 - Piano Pedagogy I
Intensive survey and evaluation of the educational philosophies behind the currently used methods for teaching piano in both private and group situations; practical aspects of setting up a private studio, use of technology, and the sequential presentation and development of music skills and concepts from the beginning to lower intermediate levels. Video observation of experienced teachers, forum discussion of pedagogical problems and solutions.
Prerequisites & Notes
Term cycle: fall. Yearly cycle: variable offering.
Credits: 2
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MUP 433 - Collaborative Piano
The pianistic art of collaborative musicianship in working with a soloist (vocal or instrumental) and/or instrumental or vocal ensemble; practical experience with supervision. Course Codes: F.
Prerequisites & Notes
Course Codes: F. Term cycle: fall and spring. Yearly cycle: variable offering.
Credits: 1
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MUP 461 - Studio Teaching I
Studio teaching is supervised teaching in the Department of Music and Community Music Program as available. Course Code: A. See Chair for permission to enroll; notification of approval must be sent to Registrar which permits student registration via Student Planning.
Prerequisites & Notes
Course Code: A. See Chair for permission to enroll; notification of approval must be sent to Registrar which permits student registration via Student Planning. Term cycle: fall and spring. Yearly cycle: all years.
Credits: 1
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MUP 462 - Vocal Performance Techniques Seminar
Focus in further developing the performance skills of voice majors as singing-actors, who plan to pursue vocal performance careers at the graduate and/or professional levels. Course Codes: A.
Prerequisites & Notes
Course Codes: A. Term cycle: fall. Yearly cycle: variable offering.
Credits: 1
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MUS 121 - Rudiments for Music Majors I
An introduction to the building blocks of music theory, including pitch, rhythm, meter, melody, intervals, and chords. This course is designed for music majors with little experience in music theory and aural skills. MUS 121 does not count toward completion of the requirements for the music degree. Course Codes: FR.
Prerequisites & Notes
Course Codes: FR. Term cycle: fall. Yearly cycle: all years.
Credits: 1.5
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MUS 123 - Music Theory I
An introduction to the theory and analysis of tonal music, understood broadly, with focuses on scales, triads and seventh chords, and principles of voice leading. Course Codes: ACR. Corequisite: MUS*125.
Prerequisites & Notes
Course Codes: ACR. Corequisite: MUS*125. Term cycle: fall. Yearly cycle: all years.
Credits: 3
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MUS 124 - Music Theory II
Study of diatonic harmony and voice leading in tonal music, understood broadly, with new focuses on tonicization, modulation, and form. Course Codes: ACR. Prerequisite: MUS*123. Corequisite: MUS*126.
Prerequisites & Notes
Course Codes: ACR. Prerequisite: MUS*123. Corequisite: MUS*126. Term cycle: spring. Yearly cycle: all years.
Credits: 3
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MUS 125 - Aural Skills I
A course that builds connections among reading music, thinking in music, and singing or playing music. MUS 125 reinforces the course content of MUS 123 through singing, keyboard, and dictation exercises. Course Codes: AC.
Prerequisites & Notes
Course Codes: AC. Term cycle: fall. Yearly cycle: all years.
Credits: 1
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MUS 126 - Aural Skills II
A continuation of MUS 125 that reinforces the course content of MUS 124. Course Codes: AC. Prereqs: MUS 125.
Prerequisites & Notes
Course Codes: AC. Prereqs: MUS 125. Term cycle: spring. Yearly cycle: all years.
Credits: 1
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MUS 205 - Gender and Music
A variety of genres and styles will be covered, as well as the impact of women’s studies and gender studies on music historiography. Course Codes: R. Prereq: PEQ in Visual Performing Arts. Course counts in the following Minors: Women’s Studies; Global Studies; Honors Interdisciplinary program.
Prerequisites & Notes
Course Codes: R. Prereq: PEQ in Visual Performing Arts. Women’s Studies Minor course. International Studies Minor course. Term cycle: fall and spring. Yearly cycle: variable offering.
Credits: 3
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MUS 206 - Opera
Explores the history and development of opera from its beginnings in the seventeenth century to the present, with an emphasis of the various technical, cultural, and aesthetic features. Course Codes: R. Prereq: PEQ in Visual and Performing Arts.
Prerequisites & Notes
Course Codes: R. Prereq: PEQ in Visual and Performing Arts. Term cycle: variable. Yearly cycle: variable offering.
Credits: 3
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MUS 207 - Music and Poetry
A cross-disciplinary study of the interrelationships between music and poetry. Course Codes: R. Prereq: PEQ in Literature. And Visual and Performing Arts.
Prerequisites & Notes
Course Codes: R. Prereq: PEQ in Literature. And Visual and Performing Arts. Term cycle: variable. Yearly cycle: variable offering.
Credits: 3
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MUS 209 - History of Rock and Contemporary Commercial Music
Topics discussed in class will include the origins, characteristics and stylistic development of rock and roll from the early 1950s to the present, and the impact that rock music has had on American culture in the second half of the 20th century. Classroom activities include critical listening, lectures and open discussions. Course Codes: ABR. Prereq: PEQ in Visual and Performing Arts.
Prerequisites & Notes
Course Codes: ABR. Prereq: PEQ in Visual and Performing Arts. Term cycle: fall and spring. Yearly cycle: all years.
Credits: 3
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MUS 211 - The History of Western Music I: Antiquity to 1600
An introduction to the methods and materials of music-historical study, as well as a survey of the repertoire, styles, genres, performance practices, and cultural contexts of Western art music from Antiquity through the early Seventeenth century. Course Codes: ACR. Music majors only or permission of the instructor.
Prerequisites & Notes
Course Codes: ACR. Music majors only or permission of the instructor. Term cycle: fall. Yearly cycle: all years.
Credits: 3
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MUS 212 - The History of Western Music II: 1600 To the Late Nineteenth Century
A survey of the repertoire, styles, genres, performance practices, and cultural contexts of Western art music from 1600 to the late nineteenth century. Course Codes: ACR. Prereqs: MUS 211 or permission of instructor.
Prerequisites & Notes
Course Codes: ACR. Prereqs: MUS 211. Term cycle: spring. Yearly cycle: all years.
Credits: 3
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MUS 220 - Rock and Contemporary Commercial Music Theory and Composition
An introduction to the theory of rock music and a workshop for creative activity. Theoretical topics include rhythm, melody, harmony, voice leading, form, instrumentation, text, and texture, with application to styles that may include blues, doo-wop, folk rock, art rock, and hip-hop. Students will compose original music, arrange preexisting songs, and transcribe rock music. Certain computer applications will be introduced. Course Codes: R. Prereq: MUS*124.
Prerequisites & Notes
Course Codes: R. Prereq: MUS*124. Term cycle: fall. Yearly cycle: all years.
Credits: 3
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MUS 223 - Music Theory III
An intermediate level course on tonal theory and analysis that includes instruction on chromaticism and form. Course Codes: ACR. Prereq: MUS*124. Corequisite: MUS*225.
Prerequisites & Notes
Course Codes: ACR. Prereq: MUS*124. Corequisite: MUS*225. Term cycle: fall. Yearly cycle: all years.
Credits: 3
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MUS 224 - Music Theory IV
An introduction to the theory and analysis of music written after 1900. Course Codes: ACR. Prerequisite: MUS*223. Corequisite: MUS*226.
Prerequisites & Notes
Course Codes: ACR. Prerequisite: MUS*223. Corequisite: MUS*226. Term cycle: spring. Yearly cycle: all years.
Credits: 3
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MUS 225 - Aural Skills III
A course that refines the connections among reading music, thinking in music, and singing or playing music developed in MUS 125 and MUS 126, with increased attention to chromaticism, form, and complex rhythms. MUS 225 reinforces the course content of MUS 223. Course Codes: AC. Prereqs: MUS 126.
Prerequisites & Notes
Course Codes: AC. Prereqs: MUS 126. Term cycle: fall. Yearly cycle: all years.
Credits: 1
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MUS 226 - Aural Skills IV
A continuation of MUS 225 that engages with increasingly chromatic music, as well as with whole-tone, octatonic, pentatonic, and modal scales, as well as with music lacking a tonal center. Course Codes: AC. Prereq: MUS 225. Coreq: MUX*226.
Prerequisites & Notes
Course Codes: AC. Prereq: MUS 225. Coreq: MUX*226. Term cycle: spring. Yearly cycle: all years.
Credits: 1
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MUS 243 - Diction I
Symbols of the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) as it is used by singers with applications to the reading of texts in the Italian language as well as texts in English.
Prerequisites & Notes
Term cycle: spring. Yearly cycle: even years.
Credits: 1
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MUS 244 - Diction II
This course focuses on basic diction skills for French and German. Work is focused on IPA transcribing, using basic rules, and in-class speaking, with special attention to standard Lied and Melodie poetry and their vocabularies.
Prerequisites & Notes
Term cycle: fall. Yearly cycle: even years.
Credits: 1
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MUS 246 - The Church and Its Music Through The Ages
From developments of Gregorian chant and subsequent reforms of Pope John XXII (1323) to the recent New Roman Missal (2011), a struggle continues within the Church to safeguard what it considers its sacred music. This struggle can be likened to a pendulum that moves between church authority and popular culture. Course Codes: BR. Cross listed with RES*343.
Prerequisites & Notes
Course Codes: BR. Cross listed with RES*343. Term cycle: fall. Yearly cycle: variable offering.
Credits: 3
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MUS 272 - Introduction to Conducting
This course is designed as an introduction to the fundamentals of conducting. Emphasis will be placed on applying the basics of technique, understanding terminology, and developing score-reading skills. Students will all be expected to participate in a laboratory experience by singing and playing as well as conducting the class ensemble. Course Codes: AFH Prereq: MUS 124, 126.
Prerequisites & Notes
Course Codes: AFH. Prereq: MUS 124, 126. Term cycle: spring. Yearly cycle: all years.
Credits: 1
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MUS 303 - Jazz History
A historical survey of jazz music and those who made it, including Louis Armstrong, Duke Ellington, Charlie Parker, Miles Davis, John Coltrane-and many others. Music and musicians active from the 1940’s through the 1970’s are emphasized, as they are still the dominant forces on the music of the present day. Jazz recordings and videos are featured in class. Course Codes: CR. Prereq: MUS 124 or permission of instructor.
Prerequisites & Notes
Course Codes: CR. Prereq: MUS 124 or permission of instructor. Term cycle: spring. Yearly cycle: variable offering.
Credits: 3
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MUS 317 - The History of Western Music III: Music Since 1900
The course explores significant developments in Western European and American music from 1900 to the present, investigating the aesthetic trends, isms, compositional techniques, and genres of music, including the classical, jazz, and popular styles as well as considering the impact of technology, innovations in notation and performance practice. Course Codes: ACR. Prereqs: MUS 211, 212.
Prerequisites & Notes
Course Codes: ACR. Prereqs: MUS 211, 212. Term cycle: fall. Yearly cycle: all years.
Credits: 3
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MUS 320 - Contemporary Commercial Music Composition and Recording
This course will focus on Contemporary Commercial Music Composition and will build upon the recording techniques learned in MUB*222 Introduction to Recording. Students will individually and in collaboration compose, create, perform, record, edit, mix, and master original music in a variety of different styles. Topics include: Contemporary songwriting analysis and composition and recording techniques and audio processing. Course codes: CH. Prerequisite: MUB*222.
Prerequisites & Notes
Course codes: CH. Prerequisite: MUB*222. Term cycle: spring. Yearly cycle: all years.
Credits: 3
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MUS 321 - Orchestration and Arranging
This course introduces fundamental elements of orchestration with respect to the Western tradition. Two specific skills will be developed: orchestration and arranging. Course Codes: ACJ. Prereq: MUS*223.
Prerequisites & Notes
Course Codes: ACJ. Prereq: MUS*223. Term cycle: spring. Yearly cycle: all years.
Credits: 3
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MUS 322 - Jazz Theory
An in-depth study of jazz harmony and the tonal and rhythmic elements of jazz improvisation. Form analysis, scale-chord relationships, and transcription/analyses of extant solos are emphasized. Course Codes: R. Prereq: MUS 224.
Prerequisites & Notes
Course Codes: R. Prereq: MUS 224. Term cycle: spring. Yearly cycle: all years.
Credits: 3
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MUS 323 - Modal and Tonal Counterpoint
Develops the basic principles and skills of counterpoint according to 16th and 18th century practices. Course Codes: CR. Prereq: MUS 124.
Prerequisites & Notes
Course Codes: CR. Prereq: MUS 124. Term cycle: fall. Yearly cycle: variable offering.
Credits: 3
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MUS 371 - Choral Conducting
This course is a continuation of MUS 272 with an emphasis on choral conducting issues. Students learn about choral rehearsal techniques, score study, performance practices and concert programming. Weekly laboratory experience in choral conducting. Prereq: MUS*272. Coreq: MUS 371L.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prereq: MUS*272. Coreq: MUS 371L. Term cycle: fall. Yearly cycle: all years.
Credits: 2
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MUS 371L - Choral Conducting Lab Ensemble
Students enrolled in MUS 371L will combine to provide a lab choral ensemble for all students enrolled in Choral Conducting (MUS 371). Course Codes: AFJ. Coreq: MUS*371.
Prerequisites & Notes
Course Codes: AFJ. Coreq: MUS*371. Term cycle: fall. Yearly cycle: all years.
Credits: 0
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MUS 372 - Instrumental Conducting
A study of advanced conducting and instrumental rehearsal techniques. The primary focus of the course is on developing a more advanced conducting technique, score study/reading techniques, and identifying/correctingproblems in preparation for an ensemble performance. Advanced instrumental score reading exercises and conducting techniques are applied to actual rehearsals. Course Codes: AFH. Prereq: MUS 272.
Prerequisites & Notes
Course Codes: AFH. Prereq: MUS 272. Term cycle: fall. Yearly cycle: all years.
Credits: 2
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MUS 375G - The Liberal Arts
In this course, students will be asked to think deeply about the value, meaning, and importance of the liberal arts to their education and within their own lives. They will explore modern conceptions of the liberal arts, the history of the liberal arts, and cross-cultural ideas about liberal learning. Specific assignments adjusted for MUS majors. Course Codes: BR. Cross-listed with PHL*375G and LST 375G.
Prerequisites & Notes
Course Codes: BR. Cross-listed with PHL*375G and LST 375G. Term cycle: fall. Yearly cycle: variable offering.
Credits: 3
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MUS 401 - Music Research and Writing
Trains students to study music history in depth and to write about it knowledgeably and credibly. A major goal of the course is to develop an understanding of formal writing structures and procedures in preparation for graduate level course work. Course Codes: R. Prereqs: MUS 211, MUS 212.
Prerequisites & Notes
Course Codes: R. Prereqs: MUS 211, MUS 212. Term cycle: spring. Yearly cycle: variable offering.
Credits: 3
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MUS 411 - Topics in Medieval/Renaissance Music History
An in-depth study of selected repertoire, styles, genres, analytical techniques, performance practices, and historical contexts of early Western music. Course Codes: R. Prereqs: MUS 211, MUS 212, or permission of instructor.
Prerequisites & Notes
Course Codes: R. Prereqs: MUS 211, MUS 212, or permission of instructor. Term cycle: fall and spring. Yearly cycle: variable offering.
Credits: 3
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MUS 412 - Topics in Baroque Music History
An in-depth study of selected repertoire, styles, genres, analytical techniques, performance practices, and historical contexts of Baroque music. Course Codes: R. Prereqs: MUS 211, MUS 212, or permission of instructor.
Prerequisites & Notes
Course Codes: R. Prereqs: MUS 211, MUS 212, or permission of instructor. Term cycle: fall and spring. Yearly cycle: variable offering.
Credits: 3
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MUS 413 - Topics in Classical Era Music History
An in-depth study of selected repertoire, styles, genres, analytical techniques, performance practices, and historical contexts of the music from the Classical era. Course Codes: R. Prereqs: MUS 211, MUS 212, or permission of instructor.
Prerequisites & Notes
Course Codes: R. Prereqs: MUS 211, MUS 212, or permission of instructor. Term cycle: fall and spring. Yearly cycle: variable offering.
Credits: 3
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MUS 414 - Topics in Romantic Era Music History
An in-depth study of selected repertoire, styles, genres, analytical techniques, performance practices, and historical contexts of Romantic music. Course Codes: R. Prereqs: MUS 211, MUS 212, or permission of instructor.
Prerequisites & Notes
Course Codes: R. Prereqs: MUS 211, MUS 212, or permission of instructor. Term cycle: spring. Yearly cycle: variable offering.
Credits: 3
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MUS 415 - Topics in Twentieth and Twenty-First Century Music History
An in-depth study of selected repertoire, styles, genres, analytical techniques, performance practices, and historical contexts of twentieth and twenty-first century music. Course Codes: R. Prereqs: MUS 211, MUS 212, or permission of instructor.
Prerequisites & Notes
Course Codes: R. Prereqs: MUS 211, MUS 212, or permission of instructor. Term cycle: fall and spring. Yearly cycle: variable offering.
Credits: 3
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MUS 416 - Special Topics in Music History
An in-depth study of selected topics in music history. Course Codes: R. Prereq: MUS 211, MUS 212, or permission of instructor. Special/Selected Topic.
Prerequisites & Notes
Course Codes: R. Prereq: MUS 211, MUS 212, or permission of instructor. Special/Selected Topic. Term cycle: fall, spring, and summer. Yearly cycle: variable offering.
Credits: 3
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MUS 417 - Special Topics in Music Theory
An in-depth study of selected topics in music theory. Course Codes: CR. Prereq: MUS 224 Special/Selected Topic.
Prerequisites & Notes
Course Codes: CR. Prereq: MUS 224 Special/Selected Topic. Term cycle: fall and spring. Yearly cycle: variable offering.
Credits: 3
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MUS 418 - Special Topics in Jazz
A survey of select topics in jazz history with an emphasis on reading, listening, analysis, and independent projects. Topics to be studied may include: jazz and modernism, Miles Davis, European jazz, jazz fusions, and others. Course Codes: CR. Special/Selected Topic.
Prerequisites & Notes
Course Codes: CR. Special/Selected Topic. Term cycle: variable. Yearly cycle: variable offering.
Credits: 3
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MUS 423 - Form and Analysis I
Develops analytical techniques and tools for understanding common practice music. Course Codes: R. Prereq: MUS 224.
Prerequisites & Notes
Course Codes: R. Prereq: MUS 224. Term cycle: fall. Yearly cycle: variable offering.
Credits: 3
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MUS 424 - Form and Analysis II
Develops analytical techniques and tools for understanding post-tonal music. Course Codes: R. Prereq: MUS 224.
Prerequisites & Notes
Course Codes: R. Prereq: MUS 224. Term cycle: fall. Yearly cycle: variable offering.
Credits: 3
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MUS 432 - Keyboard Pedagogy II
Intensive survey and evaluation of the educational philosophies behind the currently used methods for teaching piano in private situations; the sequential presentation of repertoire and the development of music skills and concepts from intermediate to early advanced levels. Video and/or live observation of experienced teachers; discussion of pedagogical problems and solutions.
Prerequisites & Notes
Term cycle: spring. Yearly cycle: variable offering.
Credits: 2
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MUS 441 - Vocal Pedagogy I
This course covers basic physiology and anatomy of the vocal mechanism; the physics and acoustics of the instrument; and hygiene relative to the voice. Course Codes: F.
Prerequisites & Notes
Course Codes: F. Term cycle: fall. Yearly cycle: all years.
Credits: 3
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MUS 451 - Instrumental Pedagogy I
Readings and study of historical and scientific background of the instrument. Evaluation of methods of instruction; methods for development of techniques; graded teaching materials; teaching observations in the Nazareth Community Music Program.
Prerequisites & Notes
Term cycle: variable. Yearly cycle: variable offering.
Credits: 2
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MUS 470 - Musical Borrowing
Explores selected methods and techniques of borrowing existing music by composers from the Middle Ages to postmodernism. Emphasis on the changing functions of borrowing in various historical eras and corresponding musical practices ranging from the cantus firmus to quotation to recomposition to sampling. Course Codes: R. Prerequisites: MUS*211, MUS*212, or permission of instructor.
Prerequisites & Notes
Course Codes: R. Prerequisites: MUS*211, MUS*212, or permission of instructor. Term cycle: variable. Yearly cycle: variable offering.
Credits: 3
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MUS 471 - Music and Magic in Western Culture
Explores and applies the technical, musical, cultural, and historical tools available to discover meaning in music inspired by magical and/or esoteric trends, incorporating methodologies from the discipline of Esoteric Studies. Course Codes: ACR.
Prerequisites & Notes
Course Codes: ACR. Term cycle: fall. Yearly cycle: variable offering.
Credits: 3
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MUS 477 - Music and Culture in Austria and Italy
Study Abroad: An exploration of the Western classical repertoire, genre, and style on site in Salzburg, Vienna, and Venice. Course Code: G. Preference will be given to music majors.
Prerequisites & Notes
Course Code: G. Preference will be given to music majors. Term cycle: summer. Yearly cycle: variable offering.
Credits: 3
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MUS 483 - Music Internship I
Permission of Internship Director required. Practical guided learning experience at a business or organization with the student spending at least 10 weeks (8 weeks in the summer) for a total of at least 120 hours of time at an internship site. Supervised placement provides experience appropriate to the student’s knowledge, skills and interests. In addition to the on-site activities, students take steps to customize and craft the internship experience, complete reflective activities and connect their experiential learning with their academics via course assignments. Performance evaluation assessment of the internship and self-assessment of learning occur at the end of the semester. Students can apply for pre-existing internships or consult with Assistant Director of Internships and their home department to discuss a new opportunity. All college policies related to internships apply. Course Codes: BC. Prereq: Junior or Senior standing with GPA of 2.5 or better.
Prerequisites & Notes
Course Codes: BC. Permission of Internship Director required. Prereq: Junior or Senior standing with GPA of 2.5 or better. Term cycle: fall, spring, and summer. Yearly cycle: all years.
Credits: 3
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MUS 485 - Independent Study
In consultation with the professor, students will undertake a music historical and/or analytical project suited to their individual career interests and training. The final paper will demonstrate an ability to engage with primary and/or secondary sources, to think critically, and to write clearly. The paper content and method of the project will serve as preparation for original research at the graduate level.
Prerequisites & Notes
Term cycle: fall and spring. Yearly cycle: all years.
Credits: 1 to 3
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MUS 486 - Independent Study
In consultation with the professor, students will undertake a music historical and/or analytical project suited to their individual career interests and training. The final paper will demonstrate an ability to engage with primary and/or secondary sources, to think critically, and to write clearly. The paper content and method of the project will serve as preparation for original research at the graduate level.
Prerequisites & Notes
Term cycle: fall and spring. Yearly cycle: all years.
Credits: 3
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MUS.Q 101 - Introduction to Western Classical Music
(PEQ Visual Performing Arts) What is the significance of music in our lives? This course provides an introduction to the genres, styles, and ideas associated with music of the Western Classical tradition. Students will become familiar with the repertoire and historical context of music belonging to various periods in history. Course Codes: ABR. This PEQ course counts as a Global course.
Prerequisites & Notes
Course Codes: ABR. This PEQ course counts as a Global course. Term cycle: fall and spring. Yearly cycle: all years.
Credits: 3
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MUS.Q 102 - Introduction to the Language of Music
(PEQ Visual Performing Arts) What is the significance of music in our lives? This course introduces elements of music such as pitch, melody, harmony, rhythm, timbre, and form, and considers the manifold meanings that music can convey, or has conveyed, in various cultural or historical contexts. Students will develop skills in listening, as well as in criticism or analysis, through engagement with a variety of musical styles. Course Codes: ABR. This PEQ course counts as a Global course.
Prerequisites & Notes
Course Codes: ABR. This PEQ course counts as a Global course. Term cycle: fall, spring, and summer. Yearly cycle: all years.
Credits: 3
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MUS.Q 104 - Introduction to World Music
(PEQ Visual Performing Arts) What in the world is music? What role does music play in various cultures? Why do I like certain kinds of music? This course introduces the musics of select non-Western cultures, with an emphasis of the various technical, cultural, and aesthetic features. Course Codes: ABR. This PEQ course counts as a Global course.
Prerequisites & Notes
Course Codes: ABR. This PEQ course counts as a Global course. Term cycle: fall and spring. Yearly cycle: all years.
Credits: 3
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MUX 019 - Concert Attendance
4 semesters required of all music majors. Course Codes: A.
Prerequisites & Notes
Course Codes: A. Term cycle: fall and spring. Yearly cycle: all years.
Credits: 0
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MUX 099 - Music Department Orientation
Introduces incoming students the requirements of their degree programs and the expectations of the Department of Music.
Prerequisites & Notes
Term cycle: fall. Yearly cycle: all years.
Credits: 0
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MUX 102L - Guitar Lab Competency for Music Educators
Students will demonstrate competence in basic guitar skills necessary for music educators to accompany simple folk songs and teach basic guitar skills in a school setting.
Prerequisites & Notes
Term cycle: fall. Yearly cycle: all years.
Credits: 0
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MUX 126 - Music/Business Sight-Singing Proficiency Exam
All music students at Nazareth College (regardless of major) undergo rigorous, in-depth instruction in aural skills (sight singing and dictation) grounded in the common-practice tradition. The Music/Business Sight Singing Proficiency Exam is designed to demonstrate that music/business students have mastered the ability to sight sing at a basic level (following two semesters of aural skills). The exam will be administered toward the end of the students’ sophomore year after they have successfully completed Aural Skills I (MUS 125) and II (MUS 126). Prereq: MUS*125. Coreq: MUS*126.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prereq: MUS*125. Coreq: MUS*126. Term cycle: fall and spring. Yearly cycle: all years.
Credits: 0
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MUX 132 - Music/Business Piano Proficiency Exam
The piano is the musician’s instrument, and as such, all music students at Nazareth College (regardless of major) undergo a rigorous in-depth instruction in basic piano skills. The Music/Business Piano Proficiency Exam is designed to demonstrate that music/business students have mastered the ability to play piano at a basic level (following two semesters of class piano instruction). At the conclusion of both Class Piano I (MUG 131) and Class Piano II (MUG 132) all students perform a jury examination to demonstrate what they have learned for the semester. The jury forms for Class Piano II (MUG 132) will serve as the Piano Proficiency exam for Music/Business students. The students will be expected to play at a certain level on their jury perfomance following the completion of Class Piano II in order to pass their piano proficiency exam. Prereq: MUG*131. Coreq: MUG*132.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prereq: MUG*131. Coreq: MUG*132. Term cycle: fall and spring. Yearly cycle: all years.
Credits: 0
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MUX 226 - Sight-Singing Proficiency Exam
Tests the ability to sing with tonal and rhythmic accuracy at sight. All Bachelor of Music students must pass this exam; music education majors must pass it prior to student teaching. Course Codes: J. Co-req: MUS*226.
Prerequisites & Notes
Course Codes: J. Co-req: MUS*226. Term cycle: fall and spring. Yearly cycle: all years.
Credits: 0
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MUX 229 - Practicum Pre-Requisite Assessment (music Therapy)
Students will (1) demonstrate preparedness for initial placement at a music therapy clinical site; (2) understand the necessity of developing and demonstrating professional behavior and skills; and (3) provide a self-evaluation of their progress in competencies from the Nazareth Music Therapy Program Professionalism Rubric.
Prerequisites & Notes
Term cycle: fall and spring. Yearly cycle: all years.
Credits: 0
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MUX 232 - Keyboard Proficiency Exam
Passing this is a graduation requirement for all Bachelor of Music degree programs. Normally a student takes the exam in the sophomore year. Music Education majors must pass it prior to student teaching. Course Codes: J. Co req: MUG*232.
Prerequisites & Notes
Course Codes: J. Co req: MUG*232. Term cycle: fall and spring. Yearly cycle: all years.
Credits: 0
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MUX 282 - Guitar Proficiency Examination
Tests ability in functional guitar. Required of music therapy majors.
Prerequisites & Notes
Term cycle: fall, spring, and summer. Yearly cycle: all years.
Credits: 0
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MUX 294 - Sophomore Composition Portfolio/Recital
Students pursuing the BM in Composition degree must pass a qualifying portfolio/recital of original compositions at the end of the sophomore year. The portfolio must include a piece for major ensemble -OR- a major multi-movement chamber or solo piece (at least 10-15 minutes in length). The portfolio is mandatory, the recital part is optional and encouraged when feasible. Course codes: A. Corequisite: MUP*1Q.
Prerequisites & Notes
Course codes: A. Corequisite: MUP*1Q. Term cycle: fall and spring. Yearly cycle: all years.
Credits: 0
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MUX 296 - Sophomore Recital Keyboard Guitar
Students pursuing the BM in Performance degree must pass a qualifying recital (30-45 minutes in length) at the end of the sophomore year. Course Codes: F. Additional course fee required.
Prerequisites & Notes
Course Codes: F. Additional course fee required. Term cycle: fall and spring. Yearly cycle: all years.
Credits: 0
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MUX 297 - Sophomore Recital Voice Band Orchestra
Students pursuing the BM in Performance degree must pass a qualifying recital (30-45 minutes in length) at the end of the sophomore year. Course Codes: F. Additional course fee required.
Prerequisites & Notes
Course Codes: F. Additional course fee required. Term cycle: fall and spring. Yearly cycle: all years.
Credits: 0
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MUX 329 - Internship Pre-Requisite Assessment
Students will (1) demonstrate readiness for the music therapy internship process; (2) demonstrate progress since MUX 229 in developing and demonstrating professional behaviors and skills; and (3) provide a self-evaluation of their progress in competencies from the Nazareth Music Therapy Program Professionalism Rubric (NMTPPT).
Prerequisites & Notes
Term cycle: fall and spring. Yearly cycle: all years.
Credits: 0
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MUX 393 - Honors Recital Keyboard Guitar
A half-hour solo recital; audition and 3.0 GPA required. Additional course fee required.
Prerequisites & Notes
Additional course fee required. Term cycle: spring. Yearly cycle: all years.
Credits: 0
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MUX 394 - Honors Recital Voice Band Orchestra
A half-hour solo recital; audition and 3.0 GPA required. Additional course fee required. Additional course fee required. Departmental approval needed, with list sent to Registrar’s Office to add codes permitting approved student registration.
Prerequisites & Notes
Additional course fee required. Departmental approval needed, with list sent to Registrar’s Office to add codes permitting approved student registration. Term cycle: spring. Yearly cycle: all years.
Credits: 0
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MUX 491 - Music History / Music Theory Senior Project
MUX 491 is the culminating experience for students enrolled in the Bachelor of Arts in Music. The students have the opportunity to present their acquired knowledge and skills in a public lecture or in a presentation that combines performance and scholarship.
Prerequisites & Notes
Term cycle: fall and spring. Yearly cycle: all years.
Credits: 0
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MUX 492 - Music/Business Senior Capstone
The Music/Business Senior Capstone Project is a professional portfolio the music business students begin developing during their first sememster at Nazareth and continue to revise and maintain throughout their course of study. This portfolio will include examples of compositions that the students have composed, arranged, transcribed and recorded. It will also include promotional and marketing materials from at least two concerts or gigs arranged and performed either by the candidate or another perfoming artist; a DVD recording of at least two concert performances(one can be from the candidates Senior Recital Concert); a creative original promotional or marketing concept related to the music business field developed by the candidate; a repertoire list of pieces the candidate has learned in their applied lessons; and any other document or project that student deems appropriate. Course Codes: F.
Prerequisites & Notes
Course Codes: F. Term cycle: fall and spring. Yearly cycle: all years.
Credits: 0
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MUX 493 - Music/Business Senior Performance Project
Senior Performance Project for Music/Business majors. Music/Business majors must complete either the Senior Recital MUX*495, MUX*496, MUX*497, MUX*498 or MUX*493. Additional course fee required.
Prerequisites & Notes
Additional course fee required. Term cycle: fall and spring. Yearly cycle: all years.
Credits: 0
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MUX 494 - Senior Composition Portfolio Recital Project
A half hour Portfolio/Recital. It is the degree conferral requirement and culminating senior experience for the BM in Composition. The portfolio must include a piece for major ensemble -and- a major multi-movement chamber or solo piece. For the Composition minor, no major ensemble or multi-movement work is required. The portfolio is mandatory, the recital part is optional and encouraged when feasible. Course codes: A. Corequisite: MUP*1Q.
Prerequisites & Notes
Course codes: A. Corequisite: MUP*1Q. Term cycle: fall and spring. Yearly cycle: all years.
Credits: 0
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MUX 495 - Senior Recital Keyboard Guitar
A half-hour solo recital. It is the degree conferral requirement for all BM degree except Performance and the usual requirement for the BA degree. It is an option for the Music/Business degree. Culminating synthesis of applied and core music study. Additional course fee required. Course Codes: F.
Prerequisites & Notes
Additional course fee required. Course Codes: F. Term cycle: fall and spring. Yearly cycle: all years.
Credits: 0
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MUX 496 - Senior Recital Honors Keyboard Guitar
An hour solo recital. It is the degree conferral requirement for the BM in Performance and and available to all senior music majors upon a successful audition. Additional course fee required.Course Codes: F. Additional course fee required.
Prerequisites & Notes
Course Codes: F. Additional course fee required. Term cycle: fall and spring. Yearly cycle: all years.
Credits: 0
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MUX 497 - Senior Recital Voice Band Orchestra
A half-hour solo recital. It is the degree conferral requirement for all BM degree except Performance and the usual requirement for the BA degree. Culminating synthesis of applied and core music study. Course Codes: F. Additional course fee required.
Prerequisites & Notes
Course Codes: F. Additional course fee required. Term cycle: fall and spring. Yearly cycle: all years.
Credits: 0
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MUX 498 - Senior Recital Honors Voice Band Orchestra
An hour solo recital. It is the degree conferral requirement for the BM in Performance and and available to all senior music majors upon a successful audition. Culminating synthesis of applied and core music study. Course Codes: F. Additional course fee required.
Prerequisites & Notes
Course Codes: F. Additional course fee required. Term cycle: fall and spring. Yearly cycle: all years.
Credits: 0
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MUX 499 - Senior Honors Composition Portfolio/ Recital
Hour Portfolio/Recital including performance on the major applied instrument. Audition required. Portfolio must include a piece for major ensemble, a major multi-movement chamber or solo piece, and a variety of other pieces showing proficiency in different styles and genres. The portfolio is mandatory, the recital can be fulfilled at composition and other recitals as appropriate and feasible. Prerequisite: MUX*294. Corequisite: MUP*1Q.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: MUX*294. Corequisite: MUP*1Q. Term cycle: fall and spring. Yearly cycle: all years.
Credits: 0
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MED 101 - Orientation to Music Education
An overview of major concepts in music education that will be revisited and applied in subsequent courses over the next several years of the music education degree program. Topics include characteristics of successful music teachers, national and state music education standards, professional organizations in music education, and lesson planning. Course Codes: A.
Prerequisites & Notes
Course Codes: A. Term cycle: fall. Yearly cycle: all years.
Credits: 0.5
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MED 102 - Introduction to Music Education
An exploration of various aspects of the music teaching profession with an emphasis placed on practical approaches to teaching both in the classroom and rehearsal settings. Topics include becoming a music teacher, developing tools for teaching, implementing the National Standards into instruction, teaching music in early childhood, reaching diverse learners, and developing a philosophy of music education. Students will present a teaching demonstration as part of the course requirements. Course Codes: AFJ. Prereq: MED*101. Co-req: MED*102L or MUX*102L. Bach of Music in Education majors only.
Prerequisites & Notes
Course Codes: AFJ. Prereq: MED*101. Co-req: MED*102L or MUX*102L. Bach of Music in Education majors only. Term cycle: spring and summer. Yearly cycle: all years.
Credits: 1
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MED 102L - Guitar Methods for Music Education
The main objective of this lab is to learn how to play and teach guitar at the middle and high school levels. We will discuss technique for the beginning guitarist; learn notes in the first position, chords, tuning the instrument and review method books available for teaching beginning guitarists. Coreq: MED 102. Additional course fee required.
Prerequisites & Notes
Coreq: MED 102. Additional course fee required. Term cycle: spring. Yearly cycle: all years.
Credits: 0
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MED 103 - Percussion Techniques I
Introduction to the techniques, teaching methods, maintenance and nomenclature of the standard percussion instruments. Course Codes: AFJ. Additional course fee required.
Prerequisites & Notes
Course Codes: AFJ. Additional course fee required. Term cycle: fall. Yearly cycle: all years.
Credits: 1
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MED 104 - Percussion Techniques II for Music Education
Emphasis on techniques and teaching methods for snare drum, timpani, drum set and melodic percussion. Course Codes: AFJ. Prereq: MED*103, or permission of instructor. Additional course fee required.
Prerequisites & Notes
Course Codes: AFJ. Prereq: MED*103, or permission of instructor. Additional course fee required. Term cycle: spring. Yearly cycle: all years.
Credits: 1
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MED 105 - Brass Techniques I
General introduction to techniques, performance problems and teaching methods of the brass family. Instruction on trumpet and French horn. Course Codes: AFJ. Additional course fee required.
Prerequisites & Notes
Course Codes: AFJ. Additional course fee required. Term cycle: fall and spring. Yearly cycle: all years.
Credits: 1
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MED 106 - Brass Techniques II
Study of horn, trombone, euphonium, and tuba with emphasis on the similarities and differences in playing and teaching all of the brass instruments. Transposition, writing for brass instruments, and other topics included. Course Codes: AFJ. Additional course fee required.
Prerequisites & Notes
Course codes: AFJ. Additional course fee required. Term cycle: fall and spring. Yearly cycle: all years.
Credits: 1
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MED 108 - Exploring Music Education
The purpose of this course is to provide initial certification graduate and UG transfer students with an overview of the music education profession. The course is delivered in an online format where students will explore knowledge, skills, and behaviors associated with the music education profession. Students will complete a series of modules that explore music education history, established theories that govern teaching and learning, international curricula, the role of local, state, federal government agencies and music teaching, state and national standards in the arts, and the communities that intersect with the profession. Students enrolled in the course will also compose a statement of belief. Course code: B.
Prerequisites & Notes
Course code: B. Term cycle: spring and summer. Yearly cycle: all years.
Credits: 0.5
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MED 203 - Woodwind Techniques I
General introduction to techniques, performance problems, and teaching methods of the woodwind family. Instruction on clarinet and saxophone. Course Codes: AFJ. Additional course fee required.
Prerequisites & Notes
Course Codes: AFJ. Additional course fee required. Term cycle: spring. Yearly cycle: all years.
Credits: 1
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