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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.

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.

A study of selected topics in Music. The topic will be announced prior to registration. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.

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.

A comprehensive historical survey of piano music. Program building and examination of published scores are included.

A continuation of MUSI 4253.

A study of selected topics in Music. The topic will be announced prior to registration. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.

A study of the concepts and ideas that shape church music and worship.

Develops and refines student’s abilities to construct biblical worship services.

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.

A comprehensive historical survey of vocal music. Program building and examination of published scores are included.

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.

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.

A study of selected topics in Music. The topic will be announced prior to registration. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.

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

A study of selected topics in Music. The topic will be announced prior to registration. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.