Jun 22, 2024  
2013-2014 Catalog 
    
2013-2014 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Music

Courses numbered X37; X97; 300, 400, 500 are described in the University Academic Policies  section of this catalog.

  
  • MUS 313 - Applied Instruction: Strings


    Repeatable for credit.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    music major; upper-division exam

    Credits: 1-4
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 313A - Applied Instruction: Violin


    Repeatable for credit.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    music major; upper-division exam

    Credits: 0-4
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 313B - Applied Instruction: Viola


    Repeatable for credit.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    music major; upper-division exam

    Credits: 0-4
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 313C - Applied Instruction: Cello


    Repeatable for credit.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    music major; upper-division exam

    Credits: 0-4
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 313D - Applied Instruction: Double Bass


    Repeatable for credit.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    music major; upper-division exam

    Credits: 1-4
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 313E - Applied Instruction: Harp


    Repeatable for credit.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    music mjr; upr-div exam

    Credits: 1-4
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 314 - Winds and Percussion


    Repeatable for credit.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    music major; upper-division exam

    Credits: 1-4
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 314A - Applied Instruction: Flute


    Repeatable for credit.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    music major; upper-division exam

    Credits: 0-4
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 314B - Applied Instruction: Oboe


    Repeatable for credit.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    music major; upper-division exam

    Credits: 1-4
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 314C - Applied Instruction: Clarinet


    Repeatable for credit.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    music major; upper-division exam

    Credits: 1-4
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 314D - Applied Instruction: Bassoon


    Repeatable for credit.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    music major; upper-division exam

    Credits: 1-4
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 314E - Applied Instruction: Saxophone


    Repeatable for credit.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    music major; upper-division exam

    Credits: 1-4
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 314F - Applied Instruction: French Horn


    Repeatable for credit.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    music major; upper-division exam

    Credits: 1-4
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 314G - Applied Instruction: Trumpet


    Repeatable for credit.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    music major; upper-division exam

    Credits: 0-4
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 314H - Applied Instruction: Trombone


    Repeatable for credit.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    music major; upper-division exam

    Credits: 1-4
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 314I - Applied Instruction: Euphonium


    Repeatable for credit.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    music major; upper-division exam

    Credits: 1-4
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 314J - Applied Instruction: Tuba


    Repeatable for credit.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    music major; upper-division exam

    Credits: 1-4
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 314K - Applied Instruction: Percussion


    Repeatable for credit.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    music major; upper-division exam

    Credits: 1-4
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 315 - Applied Instruction: Voice


    Repeatable for credit.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    music major; upper-division exam

    Credits: 0-4
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 316 - Applied Instruction: Classical Guitar


    Repeatable for credit.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    music major; upper-division exam

    Credits: 0-4
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 321 - Aural and Keyboard Skills III


    The development of aural competence in and visual familiarity with the sounds and symbols of atonal, freely tonal and highly chromatic tonal systems; completion of extended tertian harmony. Exercises and drill in prepared and sight reading, dictation, error detection, accuracy of rhythm and intonation. S/U grading.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    MUS 225; music major

    Credits: 1
    Grade Mode: S/U



  
  • MUS 322 - Form and Analysis: Music to 1900


    Formal and stylistic analysis of works from the major historical periods up to 1900.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    MUS 224, MUS 225.

    Credits: 3
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 323 - Aural and Keyboard Skills III


    The development of aural competence in and visual familiarity with the sounds and symbols of atonal, freely tonal and highly chromatic tonal systems; completion of extended tertian harmony. Exercises and drill in prepared and sight reading, dictation, error detection, accuracy of rhythm and intonation. S/U grading.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    MUS 321

    Credits: 1
    Grade Mode: S/U



  
  • MUS 324A - Modal Counterpoint


    Counterpoint in species and free style. Composition and analysis of pieces in two and three parts.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    MUS 224, MUS 225.

    Credits: 3
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 324B - Tonal Counterpoint


    Counterpoint in species and free style. Composition and analysis of pieces in two and three parts.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    MUS 224, MUS 225.

    Credits: 3
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 325 - Aural and Keyboard Skills III


    The development of aural competence in and visual familiarity with the sounds and symbols of atonal, freely tonal and highly chromatic tonal systems; completion of extended tertian harmony. Exercises and drill in prepared and sight reading, dictation, error detection, accuracy of rhythm and intonation. S/U grading.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    MUS 323

    Credits: 1
    Grade Mode: S/U



  
  • MUS 326 - Orchestration/Arranging


    Orchestration and arranging with special reference to the needs of the instrumental conductor and composer. Repeatable for credit.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    MUS 224, MUS 225.

    Credits: 3
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 328A - Technology for Music Educators


    Analyzing, application, and interaction with current technology used for eductional purposes in music. Sequencing, notation, smart board instruction, web design, and mixed media as instructional and research tools.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    MUS 224, MUS 225, IT 344 or portfolio of basic instructional technology skills, music education major status.

    Credits: 3
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 328B - Midi Notation and Sequencing for Composition


    Computer-based notation and recording of music through MIDI keyboard systems.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    MUS 224, MUS 225.

    Credits: 3
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 331 - Composition


    Intermediate-level projects in melody, counterpoint, harmony, instrumentation, texture, rhythm, and notation; participation in weekly composition seminars. Repeatable for credit under advisement.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    MUS 226; successful completion of upper-division competency exam in composition.

    Credits: 3
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 334 - Jazz Improvisation I


    Study of basic chord changes, scales and patterns with improvisation based on these principles. Analysis of transcribed solos and study of jazz repertoire.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    open to all accepted jazz majors or MUS 224

    Credits: 3
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 335 - Jazz Improvisation II


    Study of altered chords, scales and patterns with improvisation based on the principles. Analysis of transcribed solos, study of jazz repertoire and ear training.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    MUS 334

    Credits: 3
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 336 - Jazz Improvisation III


    Study of bitonal chords, atonality and patterns with improvisation based on these principles. Analysis of transcribed solos, study of jazz repertoire and ear training.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    MUS 335

    Credits: 3
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 341 - History of Music to 1600


    Main styles, forms, terminology and composers up to 1600. Individual research projects.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    MUS 224, MUS 225; music major status.

    Credits: 3
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 342 - History of Music 1600-1830


    Main styles, forms, terminology and composers from 1600 to 1830. Individual research projects.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    MUS 341; music major

    Credits: 3
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 343 - History of Music 1830-Present


    Main styles, forms, terminology and composers from 1830-present. Individual research projects.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    MUS 342; music major

    Credits: 3
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 351 - Basic Conducting


    Basic conducting techniques, score reading and interpretive analysis.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    MUS 224, MUS 225; music major status.

    Credits: 2
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 352 - Instrumental Conducting


    Instrumental techniques, score reading, interpretive analysis and rehearsal techniques.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    MUS 224, MUS 225; music major status.

    Credits: 3
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 353 - Choral Conducting


    Choral techniques, score reading, interpretive analysis and rehearsal techniques.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    MUS 224, MUS 225; music major status.

    Credits: 3
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 354 - Advanced Conducting


    Hands-on practical experience in developing advanced conducting skills. Ensemble conducting experience.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    MUS 352, MUS 353; music major

    Credits: 3
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 354A - Choral Conducting


    Hands-on practical experience in developing advanced conducting skills. Ensemble conducting experience.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    MUS 352, MUS 353; music major

    Credits: 3
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 354B - Instrumental Conducting


    Hands-on practical experience in developing advanced conducting skills. Ensemble conducting experience.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    MUS 352, MUS 353; music major

    Credits: 3
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 361 - Music for Elementary Teachers


    For elementary teachers, not music majors. The skills of singing, reading, writing, playing and hearing music; techniques and materials used in the elementary grades.

    Credits: 3
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 362 - General Music Education


    Instructional techniques, resources, curriculum design, and methodology for teaching students in non-performance based general music classes. Emphasis on P-6th Grades.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    MUS 124; music major status.

    Credits: 3
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 364 - Elementary String Education


    Instruction in elementary-level string instrumental repertoire, teaching strategies, rehearsal techniques, curriculum design and implementation. Peer-teaching and micro-teaching assignments in conjunction with Instrumental Pedagogy Lab classes and public school programs.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    MUS 265A, MUS 265B; music major

    Credits: 2
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 366A - Vocal Diction: Italian


    Familiarization and application of the phonetic structures of the major languages of singing and the use of the International Phonetic Alphabet as a basic tool for pronunciation.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    music major; must be taken concurrent with applied voice instruction

    Credits: 1
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 366B - Vocal Diction: German


    Familiarization and application of the phonetic structures of the major languages of singing and the use of the International Phonetic Alphabet as a basic tool for pronunciation.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    music major; must be taken concurrent with applied voice instruction

    Credits: 1
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 366C - Vocal Diction: French


    Familiarization and application of the phonetic structures of the major languages of singing and the use of the International Phonetic Alphabet as a basic tool for pronunciation.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    music major; must be taken concurrent with applied voice instruction

    Credits: 1
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 367 - Fretboard Harmony


    Diatonic harmony applied to the fretboard. Hands-on application of scales and chords as well as basic arranging chord-melody for the guitarist.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    MUS 124, three quarters of MUS 216.

    Credits: 1
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 398 - Integrated Arts for Elementary Educators


    This arts education course provides future teachers with a foundation in the elements and principles of Visual Art, Dance, Music and Theatre and their applicability to the elementary classroom. (Also offered as ART 398, DNC 398 and THTR 398).

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Admission to a teacher education program leading to an elementary endorsement.

    Credits: 3
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 411 - Applied Instruction: Organ


    Repeatable for credit.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    music major; upper-division exam

    Credits: 1-4
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 412 - Applied Instruction: Piano


    Repeatable for credit.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    music major; upper-division exam

    Credits: 0-4
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 413 - Applied Instruction: Strings


    Repeatable for credit.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    music major; upper-division exam

    Credits: 1-4
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 413A - Applied Instruction: Violin


    Repeatable for credit.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    music major; upper-division exam

    Credits: 0-4
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 413B - Applied Instruction: Viola


    Repeatable for credit.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    music major; upper-division exam

    Credits: 0-4
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 413C - Applied Instruction: Cello


    Repeatable for credit.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    music major; upper-division exam

    Credits: 0-4
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 413D - Applied Instruction: Double Bass


    Repeatable for credit.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    music major; upper-division exam

    Credits: 1-4
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 413E - Applied Instruction: Harp


    Repeatable for credit.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    music mjr; upr-div exam

    Credits: 1-4
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 414 - Applied Instruction: Winds and Percussion


    Repeatable for credit.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    music major; upper-division exam

    Credits: 1-4
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 414A - Applied Instruction: Flute


    Repeatable for credit.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    music major; upper-division exam

    Credits: 0-4
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 414B - Applied Instruction: Oboe


    Repeatable for credit.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    music major; upper-division exam

    Credits: 1-4
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 414C - Applied Instruction: Clarinet


    Repeatable for credit.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    music major; upper-division exam

    Credits: 1-4
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 414D - Applied Instruction: Bassoon


    Repeatable for credit.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    music major; upper-division exam

    Credits: 1-4
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 414E - Applied Instruction: Saxophone


    Repeatable for credit.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    music major; upper-division exam

    Credits: 1-4
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 414F - Applied Instruction: French Horn


    Repeatable for credit.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    music major; upper-division exam

    Credits: 1-4
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 414G - Applied Instruction: Trumpet


    Repeatable for credit.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    music major; upper-division exam

    Credits: 0-4
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 414H - Applied Instruction: Trombone


    Repeatable for credit.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    music major; upper-division exam

    Credits: 1-4
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 414I - Applied Instruction: Euphonium


    Repeatable for credit.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    music major; upper-division exam

    Credits: 1-4
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 414J - Applied Instruction: Tuba


    Repeatable for credit.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    music major; upper-division exam

    Credits: 1-4
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 414K - Applied Instruction: Percussion


    Repeatable for credit.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    music major; upper-division exam

    Credits: 1-4
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 415 - Applied Instruction: Voice


    Repeatable for credit.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    music major; upper-division exam

    Credits: 0-4
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 416 - Applied Instruction: Classical Guitar


    Repeatable for credit.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    music major; upper-division exam

    Credits: 0-4
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 422 - Analytical Techniques: 20th-Century Music


    Formal and stylistic analysis of representative 20th-century works.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    MUS 224, MUS 225.

    Credits: 3
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 431 - Composition


    Advanced projects in melody, counterpoint, harmony, instrumentation, texture, rhythm, and notation; participation in weekly composition seminars. Repeatable for credit under advisement.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    minimum 6 credits MUS 331

    Credits: 3
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 432 - Electroacoustic Music


    Instruction in the use of synthesizers, samplers, and computer software for use in electroacoustic music. Group instruction and studio time. Repeatable to a maximum of 6 cr.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Two from: MUS 230, MUS 232, MUS 328

    Credits: 2
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 434 - Jazz Arranging I


    Writing and arranging for small jazz ensembles. Analysis of small jazz ensemble styles.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    MUS 224 or MUS 334.

    Credits: 3
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 435 - Jazz Arranging II


    Writing and arranging for a variety of instrumental combinations. Analysis of jazz ensemble styles.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    MUS 434

    Credits: 3
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 436 - Jazz Arranging III


    Writing and arranging for large jazz ensemble. Analysis of large jazz ensemble styles.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    MUS 435

    Credits: 3
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 441 - Notation


    Reading and interpreting early, contemporary or other extant systems.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    MUS 224, MUS 341, MUS 343; permission of instructor.

    Credits: 3
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 442 - Seminar in Music History


    The student, in consultation with the instructor, selects one or more given musical developments for individual research. Ongoing results of this research are shared with other members of the seminar. Focus of varies from quarter to quarter. Repeatable for credit.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    MUS 342, MUS 343; music major

    Credits: 4
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 443A - History of Musical Genres: Choral Music


    Development and literature of important musical genres from their origin to the present.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    MUS 343; music major

    Credits: 3
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 443B - History of Musical Genres: Solo Song


    Development and literature of important musical genres from their origin to the present.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    MUS 343; music major

    Credits: 3
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 443C - History of Musical Genres: Opera


    Development and literature of important musical genres from their origin to the present.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    MUS 343; music major

    Credits: 3
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 443D - History of Musical Genres: Keyboard Music


    Development and literature of important musical genres from their origin to the present.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    MUS 343; music major

    Credits: 3
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 443E - History of Musical Genres: Chamber Music


    Development and literature of important musical genres from their origin to the present.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    MUS 343; music major

    Credits: 3
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 443F - History of Musical Genres: Symphonic Music


    Development and literature of important musical genres from their origin to the present.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    MUS 343; music major

    Credits: 3
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 443G - History of Musical Genres: Concerto


    Development and literature of important musical genres from their origin to the present.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    MUS 343; music major

    Credits: 3
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 443H - History of Musical Genres: Symphonic Music in the 20th Century


    Development and literature of important musical genres from their origin to the present.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    MUS 343; music major

    Credits: 3
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 443I - History of Musical Genres: Opera I


    Development and literature of important musical genres from their origin to the present.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    MUS 343; music major

    Credits: 3
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 443J - History of Musical Genres: Opera II


    Development and literature of important musical genres from their origin to the present.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    MUS 343; music major.

    Credits: 3
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 444 - Shakespeare and Music


    History and literature of musicians’ responses to works of Shakespeare - music for stage and film, orchestral music, opera and song settings.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    MUS 343

    Credits: 3
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 451 - Conducting Practicum


    Advanced conducting techniques to include direction of student ensembles under faculty supervision.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    MUS 351; MUS 352 or MUS 353

    Credits: 1-3
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 455 - Band Music Workshop


    Offered summers only. Repeatable for credit.

    Credits: 2
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 456 - String Music Workshop


    Offered summers only. Repeatable for credit.

    Credits: 2
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 461 - Advanced Techniques in General Music Education


    Advanced teaching techniques for instructing K-12 students in non-performance based classrooms. In depth curriculum, methods, strategies, and music class options included, particularly intermediate through 9th grade students. Laboratory experience is included.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    MUS 361 or MUS 362

    Credits: 3
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 462 - Band Music Education


    Instruction in elementary, middle and high school band, jazz band, and marching band. Curriculum design, teacher effectiveness, repertoire, rehearsal techniques and classroom management. Peer-teaching and micro teaching assignments in public schools.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    MUS 264A, MUS 264B, MUS 264G or MUSH; MUS 354; B- or better.

    Credits: 3
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 463 - Secondary Choral Music Education


    Instruction in middle and high school choral repertoire, teaching strategies, rehearsal techniques, classroom management, curriculum design. Peer-teaching and micro-teaching assignments in public schools.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    MUS 354; music education major; admission to Woodring College of Education

    Credits: 3
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 464 - Orchestral Music Education


    Instruction in elementary, middle and high school orchestral curriculum design, teaching strategies, repertoire, rehearsal techniques and classroom management. Peer-teaching and micro-teaching assignments in public schools.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    MUS 354, MUS 265A or 265B; music education major status, and admission to Woodring College of Education.

    Credits: 3
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 466 - Applied Music Pedagogy


    A study of the basic concepts involved in instrument or voice pedagogy through a survey of the most important modern teaching methods. Repeatable for credit.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    upper-division applied instruction; music major

    Credits: 1-3
    Grade Mode: Letter



  
  • MUS 466A - Applied Music Pedagogy: Piano


    A study of the basic concepts involved in instrument or voice pedagogy through a survey of the most important modern teaching methods. Repeatable for credit.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    upper-division applied instruction; music major

    Credits: 2
    Grade Mode: Letter



 

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