MUS - Music
Registration required for music majors (including music education students) each semester, except during the final semester of the professional year. Successful completion required for graduation. (Graded on a pass/no pass basis.)
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Detailed study of musical concepts and elements, with an emphasis on foundations.
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Corequisites
MUS 103 or permission of instructor.
Continued study of concepts of music emphasizing the diatonic vocabulary.
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Prerequisites
MUS 101
Corequisites
MUS 104 or permission of instructor.
Direct and computerized instruction in the development of pitch, interval, chord, and rhythm discrimination. This class is coordinated with MUS 101 through simultaneous enrollment. Open to all students. Required of music majors and minors.
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Corequisites
MUS 101 or permission of instructor.
This course continues to a more advanced level of the training begun in MUS 103. It is coordinated with MUS 102.
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Prerequisites
MUS 103
Corequisites
MUS 102 or permission of instructor.
Beginning piano level course open to all students regardless of major. Basic class instruction at the piano emphasizing keyboard facility through literature, harmonizing melodies, sight reading and improvising.
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For music majors and minors. Basic class introduction to piano emphasizing keyboard facility through literature, harmonizing melodies, sight reading and improvising.
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Prerequisites
Permission of instructor.
Emphasis on chromatic harmony, analysis, listening, and creative work.
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Prerequisites
MUS 102 or permission of instructor.
Extensions of the common practice period. Introduction to twentieth century practice.
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Prerequisites
MUS 201
Survey of music history from Bach to Beethoven. (Salzburg only.)
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Continuation of beginning piano level instruction open to all students, regardless of major, who have completed MUS 130 or who have recent, previous piano experience. The class will emphasize keyboard facility through literature, harmonizing melodies, sight reading and improvising.
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Prerequisites
MUS 130 or permission of instructor.
For music majors and minors. Development of focused skills in accompanying and score reading.
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Prerequisites
MUS 131
Study of the basic methods, principles, and techniques of singing both solo and as a group in a safe environment. Students will learn about the voice as an instrument, learn the process of singing, and gain experience singing with and for others. Open to all students. Required for music education majors.
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Emphasis upon fundamental classical techniques, basic chords, strums and varied accompaniments, notation. Literature drawn from all historical periods including contemporary, folk, and flamenco sources.
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This course is designed to be a continuation of the beginning level of guitar. Emphasis will build up on those fundamental classical techniques, accompaniments and notations of the beginning level. Literature will come from modern, folk and flamenco sources.
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Prerequisites
MUS 236 or permission of instructor.
Continuing study of basic methods, principles, and techniques of singing both solo and as a group in a safe environment. Open to all students. Required of music education majors.
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Prerequisites
MUS 235 or permission of instructor.
An ensemble experience for guitar players of sufficient skill. Literature of all style periods will be performed. Enrollment by permission of instructor.
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Ensemble for the reading and performing of all styles of band literature. Open to all University students by audition. May be taken 8 times for credit.
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Repertoire includes music from all periods and styles. A mixed voice chorus open to all students by audition. May be taken 8 times for credit.
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Open to all University students by audition. Devoted to the performance of a wide variety of orchestral literature. Opportunities for solo performance. May be taken 8 times for credit.
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The ensemble of singers and players meets once per week with the express purpose of preparing music for the chapel services. It is open without audition to any University student regardless of major. May be taken 8 times for credit. Does not fulfill ensemble requirement for music majors/minors.
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A women's choir, open to all students by audition. Participants need not be music majors. Repertoire drawn from wide variety of musical styles. May be taken 8 times for credit.
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Performance of contemporary literature for this medium. Open to all University students with permission of the director. May be taken 8 times for credit. Does not fulfill ensemble requirement for music majors.
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This course is an optional addition for those concurrently enrolled in
MUS 286. Students will perform repertoire being learned in the private lessons in front of their peers and their instructor with the goal of improving their stage presence and learning the ability to better convey text through music to an audience.
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Corequisites
MUS 286
Individual instruction in music performance and literature. For students who are not majoring or minoring in music. May be repeated four times for credit. Fee: $280 per semester.
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First- and second-year individual instruction, performance and literature. Offered in the following disciplines: Conducting, euphonium, French horn, trombone, trumpet, tuba, organ, piano, cello, double bass, classical guitar, harp, viola, violin, bassoon, clarinet, flute, oboe, saxophone, percussion. May be repeated four times for credit. See Music Study Handbook for specific requirements. Fee: $400
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Prerequisites
Declared music major/minor, permission of instructor, or
MUS 235.
For the student who demonstrates the ability to do individual study and research in selected areas of the curriculum. Selection of the area must be made in consultation with and approval of the appropriate faculty to be involved.
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A study of the people, events, and elements of musical performance-practice which contributed to the development of the various style trends before 1820. Required for music majors. Open to others with permission of instructor.
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Prerequisites
MUS 102
A continuation of Music 301. A further study of musical style trends and their practitioners from 1800 to present. Required for music majors. Open to others with permission of instructor.
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Prerequisites
MUS 102
A survey of classical music, from the Middle Ages to the present, that examines landmark styles, genres, and composers. Class includes live performance attendance. Fee: $100
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Prerequisites
FA 207
Survey of music history from Beethoven to the present (Salzburg only.)
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A study of the basic techniques in effective scoring and arranging for various instrumental and vocal ensembles.
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Prerequisites
MUS 202 or permission of instructor.
A study of the music and musical idioms of a variety of non-Western cultures. With use of aural and visual examples, the student will develop both an understanding and an appreciation of the enriching role of music in diverse cultures of the world. Required of music majors. Open to all students.
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Complete basic course in the understanding of electronic music. Topics include history, analog theory, methods of synthesis, digital theory, music instrument digital interface (MIDI), computers, audio recording, and digital sampling. Lab activities to be completed weekly. Open to all students with instructor approval. Fee: $30.
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Techniques of conducting choral and instrumental ensembles with practical experience in laboratory situations. Required of all music majors. Open to all students by permission of instructor.
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Study of the basic methods, principles, and techniques of playing brass and percussion instruments. Open to all students with instructor approval, and as a component of the Pre-Music Education track within the Bachelor of Arts in Music program.
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Study of the basic methods, principles, and techniques of playing woodwind instruments. Open to all students with instructor approval, and as a component of the Pre-Music Education track within the Bachelor of Arts in Music program.
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Prerequisites
MUS 101,
MUS 102,
MUS 201,
MUS 202
Study of the basic methods, principles, and techniques of playing string instruments. Open to all students with instructor approval, as a component of the Pre-Music Education track within the Bachelor of Arts in Music program.
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This course is intended to meet the needs of all voice students anticipating continued involvement in group or solo activities. Study will concentrate on principles of voice production and articulation, including the use of IPA for foreign languages.
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Explores the anatomy and physiology of the vocal instrument and how to teach singing in both choral and solo settings. This course is for Music Majors in the Vocal track or Pre-Music Education track.
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Prerequisites
MUS 286
Corequisites
MUS 486
Examines the role of the music educator within a K-12 framework, with individual units and field observations at the elementary, middle, and high school levels. The course is designed to help students understand the needs and expectations of a music-specific classroom.
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Contemporary techniques of composition as applied to vocal and instrumental media. May be repeated for a maximum of 12 credits.
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Prerequisites
MUS 202
A survey of Rock and Roll from its roots to the present day, including styles, performers, composers, and culture.
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Prerequisites
FA 207,
MUS 101 or permission of instructor.
An exploration of this American art form, from operetta and music comedy to contemporary musical theatre. Open to all students.
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Prerequisites
FA 207,
MUS 101 or permission of instructor.
A study of Catholic liturgical music, including Church documents and liturgical books, music repertoire and liturgical performance and historical context.
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Prerequisites
FA 207,
MUS 101 or permission of instructor.
A study of Jazz from its roots to the present day, including styles, performers, composers, and culture.
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Prerequisites
FA 207,
MUS 101 or permission of instructor.
An ensemble experience for guitar players of sufficient skill. Literature of all style periods will be performed. Enrollment by permission of instructor.
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Prerequisites
2 semesters of
MUS 242.
Ensemble for the reading and performing of all styles of band literature. Open to all University students by audition. May be taken 8 times for credit.
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Prerequisites
2 semesters of
MUS 243.
Repertoire includes music from all periods and styles. A mixed voice chorus open to all students by audition. May be taken 8 times for credit.
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Prerequisites
2 semesters of
MUS 244.
Open to University students by audition. Devoted to the performance of a wide variety of orchestral literature. Opportunities for solo performance. May be taken 8 times for credit.
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Prerequisites
2 semesters of
MUS 245.
The ensemble of singers and players meets once per week with the express purpose of preparing music for the chapel services. It is open without audition to any University student regardless of major. May be taken 8 times for credit. Does not fulfill ensemble requirement for music majors/minors.
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Prerequisites
2 semesters of
MUS 246.
Small groups that rehearse and perform music in a variety of styles. May be repeated 8 times for credit. Registration by permission of instructor.
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A women's choir, open to all students by audition. Participants need not be music majors. Repertoire drawn from wide variety of musical styles. May be taken 8 times for credit.
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Prerequisites
2 semesters of
MUS 252.
Performance of contemporary literature for this medium. Open to all University students with permission of the director. May be taken 8 times for credit. Does not fulfill ensemble requirement for music majors.
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Prerequisites
2 semesters of
MUS 253.
Study of theatrical singing and acting techniques as applicable to all varieties of musical theatre pieces. Students are expected to participate in various performances prepared by the class. Open to all students with instructor's permission.
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Prerequisites
Instructor audition required prior to registration.
Cross Listed Courses
THTR 355,
THTR 555
This course is an optional addition for those concurrently enrolled in
MUS 486. Students will perform repertoire being learned in their private lessons in front of their peers and instructor with the goal of improving their stage presence and learning to better convey text through music to an audience.
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Prerequisites
MUS 286
Corequisites
MUS 486
This course is designed reinforce concepts introduced in private voice/instrumental lessons; to practice correct pitch, rhythm, style, diction, phrasing, expression, memorization, and other elements of a successful musical performance; to gain experience working with a pianist and/or other collaborative musicians. Fee: $280
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Corequisites
MUS 486 or
MUS 455 or Instructor Permission
Third and fourth-year individual instruction, performance, and literature. See MUS 286 for particular instruments. May be repeated four times for credit. See Music Study Handbook for specific requirements. Fee: $400
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Prerequisites
2 semesters of
MUS 286 and/or
MUS 235.
For the student who demonstrates the ability to do individual study and research in selected areas of the curriculum. Selection of the area must be made in consultation with and approval of the appropriate faculty to be involved.
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Credit arranged.
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All music majors are required to prepare and present a project during the last semester of their residence. Projects include a research or creative component. Examples include recitals, lecture recitals, performances of compositions, conducting etc. Guidance will be provided by various faculty members as assigned.
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Registration for any graduate student who has received the grade of IP in MUS 599 is required while the thesis is in progress. Fee: $50.
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