Recital attendance credit for Music majors/minors/teacher certification candidates. May be repeated for credit. Lab fee.
0
Instrumental ensemble performing at athletic events, parades, etc. Prerequisite: Audition or interview with instructor.
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A hands-on study of how to play the guitar in a group setting. No experience required. Students must provide their own classical or acoustic guitar.
1
A beginning group piano instruction experience for non-music majors or minors. Little or no prior music background is required.
1
A beginning group piano instruction experience. Four semester of class piano may prepare students for the Applied Music Proficiency Examination in piano.
1
A group piano instruction experience. A continuation of
MUSI 1115 Class Piano I. Prerequisite:
MUSI 1115 Class Piano I.
1
A hands-on study to further develop playing the acoustic guitar. This course will include training on the electric and bass guitar. Prerequisite:
MUSI 1113 Class Guitar I
1
A 'hands-on' orientation to three major areas of music technology; computer assisted music notation; MIDI programming; and, digital recording techniques. Lab fee.
1
Study of music theory through development of analytical, critical listening skills, vocal technical exercises, and sight-singing using solfege system.
1
Pedagogical and practical study in understanding and teaching brass instruments to students. Instruction in performing and teaching trumpet, French horn, trombone, baritone, and tuba.
1
Pedagogical and practical study in understanding and teaching strings instruments to students. Instruction in performing and teaching violin, viola, cello, and double bass.
1
Pedagogical and practical study in understanding and teaching percussion instruments to students. Instruction in performing and teaching timpani, snare drum, and various auxiliary percussion instruments.
1
Pedagogical and practical study in understanding and teaching woodwind instruments to students. Instruction in performing and teaching clarinet, saxophone, flute, oboe, and bassoon.
1
Church Music ministry experience in a “field service” setting (paid or unpaid). Requirements include field-based observation by church and faculty supervisors.
1
Assignments in applied studio situations. Supervision by piano faculty. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: Audition.
1
Fundamentals of pronunciation of the English, Italian, and Latin languages. Phonetic study of texts of songs and/or choral works in these languages.
2
Fundamentals of pronunciation of the German and French languages. Phonetic study of texts of songs and/or arias in these languages. Prerequisite: MUSI 1219.
2
Basic theoretical concepts and skills relating to the music of the common practice period. The course covers basic concepts of notation, melody, rhythm, harmony, and analysis, with an emphasis on harmonic structure and progression. Should be taken concurrently with
MUSI 1131.
3
Continuation of
MUSI 1331. Includes counterpoint, all diatonic triads and seventh chords, inversions, and non-chord tones and emphasizes four-voice part writing as a tool for learning melodic structure, principles of voice leading, and harmonic progression. Should be taken concurrently with
MUSI 1132. Prerequisite:
MUSI 1331.
3
FOR NON-MAJORS ONLY. A course designed to develop a deeper appreciation of music through the discovery of the design of melodic, rhythmic, harmonic, and contrapuntal aspects of music. A study of the musical forms represented in the various periods of the history of Western Civilization.
3
Comprehensive exam covering music theory, music history, and aural skills taken by all students after completing Theory III, Aural Skills III, and Music History I. Students must demonstrate mastery at the 70% level.
0
A group piano instruction experience. A continuation of MUSI 1116 Class Piano II. Prerequisite: MUSI 1116 Class Piano II.
1
A group piano instruction experience. A continuation of MUSI 2115 Class Piano III. At the end of this course students will attempt the Applied Music Proficiency Examination in piano. Prerequisite: MUSI 2115 Class Piano III.
1
An overview of techniques and best practices for leading worship band rehearsals.
2
Beginning skill development with the baton; conducting beat and metrical patterns; gestures of articulation and expression. Prerequisite: MUSI 2331 or permission of the instructor.
2
A required course for all music education majors, provides an overview of the total public school music program.
2
An overview of church music concepts, practices, and administration.
3
Continuation of
MUSI 1332. Includes secondary dominant and leading tone chords, modulation to closely related keys, borrowed chords, Neapolitan chords, and augmented 6
th chords, Should be taken concurrently with
MUSI 2131. Prerequisite:
MUSI 1332.
3
Continuation of MUSI 2331. Includes study of chromatic tonal harmony, late Romantic harmony, chromatic modulation, enharmonic reinterpretation, modes, exotic and synthetic scales, 20th century harmonic vocabulary and techniques, set theory, 12-tonal theory, and aleatoric practices. Should be taken concurrently with MUSI 2132. Prerequisite: MUSI 2331.
3
Applications of chord progressions, song forms, and harmonic techniques used in commercial music. Topics include chord notation and chord voicings, and the Nashville numbering system.
3
A survey of the history, music literature, and compositional techniques and styles from Gregorian chant up through the death of Bach.
3
A survey of the literature, compositional techniques, musical traditions and cultural contexts of the music not common to traditional western musical study.
3
This course examines the history of rock, from the days before rock (pre-1955) to the end of the 1990s. Students will also explore how developments in the music business and in technology helped shape the ways in which styles developed.
3
The study of parts and mechanism by which the piano functions, minor repair of the piano, and hands-on experience tuning pianos. Prerequisite: MUSI 1332. Majors/minors only.
1
An intensive study of the principles and practice of French diction as defined by current performance standards, including International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) transcriptions and poetic readings. Prerequisite: MUSI 1220 or permission of the instructor.
1
Church Music ministry experience in a “field service” setting (paid or unpaid). Requirements include field-based observation by church and faculty supervisors.
1
Assignments in applied studio situations. Supervision by piano faculty. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: Audition.
1
An intensive study of the principles and practice of German and Italian diction as defined by current performance standards, including International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) transcriptions and poetic readings. Prerequisite: MUSI 1220 or permission of the instructor.
2
A study of playing in worship and other services (i.e. weddings, etc.) and of the use of the organ and/or piano in worship service. Discussion of service literature, hymn playing, and selecting new instruments for the church. Prerequisite: MUSI 2005 or equivalent. Permission of instructor.
2
An orientation to the technologies used in church music and worship ministry.
3
Students will learn skills needed to operate Pro-Tools technology and software, including recording, editing, and mixing at a more advanced level. This course will also cover instruction needed to complete Avid's Pro-Tools User certification program.
3
A survey of church music and worship from the Old Testament to the contemporary church.
3
A survey of the history, music literature, and compositional techniques and styles from the late Baroque to the Present.
3
An in-depth study of the history, literature, compositional techniques and styles of art music, folk, popular, and jazz idioms of the United States.
3
Participation in music experiences for the lower- and upper-grade elementary child. Song-singing, listening, movement, music literacy pedagogy, and creative expression. Prerequisite MUSI 2268 and EDUC 3315. This course includes a 15-hour practicum in a local elementary school.
3
Study of teaching vocal ensembles in the middle school and high school settings, including strategies for program management, repertoire selection, and rehearsal techniques. Observation and clinical experience in public school classrooms will be required. Prerequisite: MUSI 2268.
3
A comprehensive survey covering the vast choral output of major composers and style periods; literature suitable for school, church, and civic choruses. Prerequisite: MUSI 2265.
3
A comprehensive survey of Band and Orchestra literature of representative composers and style periods, suitable for use with school performing organizations. Prerequisite: MUSI 2265.
3
A practicum covering the theory and application of choral conducting, emphasizing performance and rehearsal techniques, programming strategies, score reading and analysis. Prerequisite: MUSI 2265.
3
A practicum covering the theory and application of instrumental conducting, emphasizing performance and rehearsal techniques, programming strategies, score reading and analysis. Prerequisite: MUSI 2265.
3
An overview of current instructional methods and materials for beginning and elementary piano students. Establishment and operation of a piano studio, including business procedures, student recruitment, and professional ethics will be studied. Class and private piano instruction will be discussed. Observations will be required.
3
A study of instructional materials and literature for intermediate and advanced piano students. Interpretation, technique, and musicianship will be discussed. Observations and supervised teaching of beginning piano students will be required. Regular conference with faculty. Prerequisite: MUSI 3375.
3
A study of the human vocal mechanism and a survey of teaching methods for individual and group voice instruction. Observations required.
3
A historical survey of congregational music and Christian hymnody.
3
A survey of learning styles and education practices as related to church music and worship.
3
A comprehensive review of music study in history, theory, music education, conducting, and pedagogy in preparation for the TExES Exam that is required for certification in the state of Texas. Reviews are facilitated by faculty members in their areas of expertise.
0
This internship will serve as an introduction to the engineering and production practices and theories of the audio recording studio. The student will have hands-on experience with digital and analogue mixing consoles, multi-track recording, signal processing, and microphone placement. Attention will be given to the concepts and practice of psychoacoustics in relation to quality audio recordings, audio mastering critical listening and response, and studio session management.
2
A study of selected topics in Music. The topic will be announced prior to registration. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
1
A survey of the characteristics of standard orchestral instruments and of arranging for various combinations of instruments. Includes an analytical survey showing the evolution of forms and textures of representative works from various periods of music history. Prerequisite: MUSI2331: Music Theory III.
2
A comprehensive historical survey of piano music. Program building and examination of published scores are included.
2
A study of selected topics in Music. The topic will be announced prior to registration. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
2
A study of the concepts and ideas that shape church music and worship.
3
Develops and refines student’s abilities to construct biblical worship services.
3
This course examines music as a phenomenon of human behavior and psyche. Topics include auditory and musical perception, music cognition, creativity and aesthetic experience, listening styles and strategies, music and emotion, the social psychology of musical activities. In addition, the course will examine techniques and methodology for conducting research in music and will touch on aspects related to performance and music and the brain. Prerequisite: Junior or senior standing or permission of instructor.
3
A comprehensive historical survey of vocal music. Program building and examination of published scores are included.
3
An introduction to music business. Topics include decision making in an ever-changing global music industry, business issues and challenges including business ethics in the music industry. Some career guidance in the various music industry career tracks.
3
The senior project demonstrates the skills and knowledge that a student has acquired over the course of their academic career as a Music Business major. Students will organize and promote an artist’s performance or promote and market an artist’s product.
3
A study of selected topics in Music. The topic will be announced prior to registration. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
3
This course will serve as an introduction to the engineering and production practices and theories of the audio recording studio. The student will have hands-on experience with digital-mixing consoles, multi-track recording, signal processing, and microphone placement. Attention will be given to the concepts of quality audio recordings, audio mastering, critical listening and studio session management. This course will include the opportunity for the student to become an Avid Pro-Tools Certified Operator. Prerequisite: MUSI 3336 Advanced Music Technology
3
A study of selected topics in Music. The topic will be announced prior to registration. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
4
Instrumental or vocal music performed by a small ensemble with one player per part. Ensembles will make use of standard configurations as well as flexible scoring. Prerequisite: Audition and interview with instructor
0
Instrumental ensemble performing at athletic events, parades, etc. Prerequisite: Audition and interview with instructor.
0
Mixed Voice choral ensemble performing standard sacred and secular repertoire. Prerequisite: Audition and interview with instructor. May be repeated for credit.
1
Female choral ensemble performing the significant sacred & secular repertoire written for women; featuring contemporary and traditional literature. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
1
A select ensemble performing specialized choral literature. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: Audition and interview with instructor.
1
Large instrumental ensemble for wind players. Public performances each semester. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: Audition and interview with instructor.
1
The study and performance of mixed-voice choral literature from various historical periods. Audition and interview with instructor required. May be repeated for credit.
1
Modern jazz ensemble that performs music of big band jazz, rock and latin styles. Contemporary and traditional literature will be studied. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: Audition and interview with instructor.
1
Female choral ensemble performing the significant sacred & secular repertoire written for women; featuring contemporary and traditional literature. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
1
Instrumental ensemble performing at athletic events, parades, etc. Prerequisite: Audition and interview with instructor.
0
Mixed Voice choral ensemble performing standard sacred and secular repertoire. Prerequisite: Audition and interview with instructor. May be repeated for credit.
1
A select ensemble performing specialized choral literature. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: Audition and interview with instructor.
1
Large instrumental ensemble for wind players. Public performances each semester. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: Audition and interview with instructor.
1
The study and performance of mixed-voice choral literature from various historical periods. Audition and interview with instructor required. May be repeated for credit.
1
Stage training and development with opportunities for solo or chorus roles in Fall and/or Spring operetta, opera, galas, or other musical productions. May be repeated for credit. Vocal Performance majors must register for this ensemble for eight semesters. Prerequisite: Audition and interview with instructor.
1
Modern jazz ensemble that performs music of big band jazz, rock and latin styles. Contemporary and traditional literature will be studied. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: Audition and interview with instructor.
1