100
An introduction to music theory fundamentals. The first module in the music theory core sequence.
Credits
4(3-2)
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
None.
Introduction to the harmonic, contrapuntal, rhythmic, timbral, and formal aspects of various kinds of Western popular music including blues, jazz, folk, rock, and pop. Prerequisites:
MUS 101 with a grade of C or better.
Credits
4(3-2)
Prerequisites
MUS 101 with a grade of C or better
Corequisites
None.
Basic aural and vocal training in the melodic, harmonic, and rhythmic elements of music. Prerequisite: Admission to the School of Music.
Credits
1(0-2)
Prerequisites
Admission to the School of Music
Corequisites
None.
Continuation of
MUS 103 (Sight Singing and Ear Training I). Prerequisites: Admission to the School of Music;
MUS 103 with a C or better.
Credits
1(0-2)
Prerequisites
Admission to the School of Music; MUS 103 with a C or better
Corequisites
None.
This course reinforces concepts taught in
MUS 101. Prerequisite: Admission to the School of Music. Co-requisite:
MUS 101.
Credits
2(0-2)
Prerequisites
Admission to the School of Music
Corequisites
MUS 101
An exploratory course in the craft of composing music. Prerequisite:
MUS 101 or 206.
Credits
2(2-0)
Prerequisites
MUS 101 or MUS 206
Corequisites
None.
A hands-on introduction to the use of computers, software, synthesizers, and related equipment as they relate to music and music education. Prerequisite: Admission to the School of Music.
Credits
1(1-1)
Prerequisites
Admission to the School of Music
Corequisites
None.
An intercultural and interdisciplinary exploration of the elements of music. This course may be offered in an online or hybrid format. (Not open to music majors.) (University Program Group I-B: The Arts)
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Objectives are to explore a variety of musical experiences, to develop musical intelligence, and to increase musical discrimination in a variety of musical genres. May be offered as Writing Intensive. (University Program Group I-B: The Arts)
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
This course is an exploration of the culture of the Caribbean through the lens of its music. This course may be offered in an online format. May be offered as Writing Intensive. (University Program Group IV-B: Studies in Cultures Outside of the Anglo-American Tradition)
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Experience how music is used in cartoons, how the music can sharpen perception, and how music can affect how we view animated material. (University Program Group I-B: The Arts)
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Study and practice of basic techniques necessary to improve the singing voice (i.e. posture, breathing habits, tone, diction). Prerequisite: Admission to the School of Music.
Credits
1(0-2)
Prerequisites
Admission to the School of Music
Corequisites
None.
Continuation of work begun in
MUS 141. Prerequisites: Admission to the School of Music;
MUS 141 with a C or better.
Credits
1(0-2)
Prerequisites
Admission to the School of Music; MUS 141 with a C or better
Corequisites
None.
Flute, clarinet, and saxophone playing and teaching techniques. Prerequisite: Admission to the School of Music.
Credits
2(0-4)
Prerequisites
Admission to the School of Music
Corequisites
None.
Trumpet, Horn, Trombone, Euphonium-Baritone, and Tuba performing and teaching techniques. Prerequisite: Admission to the School of Music.
Credits
2(0-4)
Prerequisites
Admission to the School of Music
Corequisites
None.
This course is designed to develop functional piano skills, such as sight reading, harmonization, basic repertoire, and technique appropriate to the level. Prerequisite: Admission to the School of Music; or signed Music Theatre Major.
Credits
1(0-2)
Prerequisites
Admission to the School of Music; or signed Music Theatre Major
Corequisites
None.
This course is designed to continue the development of functional piano skills, such as sight reading, harmonization, basic repertoire, and technique. Prerequisites: Admission to the School of Music; or signed Music Theatre Major,
MUS 147 with a C or better.
Credits
1(0-2)
Prerequisites
Admission to the School of Music; or signed Music Theatre Major, MUS 147 with a C or better
Corequisites
None.
Group guitar instruction for non-music and music majors on correct technique, playing and reading chords, melodies, and standard works written for guitar.
Credits
1(0-2)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Individualized program of applied studio instruction in voice performance focusing on the foundations of technique, musicianship, literature, and performance practice. This course is repeatable and intended as a two-semester foundation and pre-requisite for study at the 200-level. Prerequisite: Admission to the School of Music or Music Theater Program.
Credits
1-12(Spec)
Prerequisites
Admission to the School of Music or Music Theater Program
Corequisites
None.
Individualized program of applied studio instruction in organ performance focusing on the foundations of technique, musicianship, literature, and performance practice. The course is repeatable and intended as a four-semester foundation and pre-requisite for advanced study at the 300-level. Prerequisite: Admission to the School of Music.
Credits
1-12(Spec)
Prerequisites
Admission to the School of Music
Corequisites
None.
Individualized program of applied studio instruction in piano performance focusing on the foundations of technique, musicianship, literature, and performance practice. The course is repeatable and intended as a four-semester foundation and pre-requisite for advanced study at the 300-level. Prerequisite: Admission to the School of Music.
Credits
1-12(Spec)
Prerequisites
Admission to the School of Music
Corequisites
None.
Individualized program of applied studio instruction in violin performance focusing on the foundations of technique, musicianship, literature, and performance practice. The course is repeatable and intended as a four-semester foundation and pre-requisite for advanced study at the 300-level. Prerequisite: Admission to the School of Music.
Credits
1-12(Spec)
Prerequisites
Admission to the School of Music
Corequisites
None.
Individualized program of applied studio instruction in viola performance focusing on the foundations of technique, musicianship, literature, and performance practice. The course is repeatable and intended as a four-semester foundation and prerequisite for advanced study at the 300-level. Prerequisite: Admission to the School of Music.
Credits
1-12(Spec)
Prerequisites
Admission to the School of Music
Corequisites
None.
Individualized program of applied studio instruction in violoncello performance focusing on the foundations of technique, musicianship, literature, and performance practice. The course is repeatable and intended as a four-semester foundation and prerequisite for advanced study at the 300-level. Prerequisite: Admission to the School of Music.
Credits
1-12(Spec)
Prerequisites
Admission to the School of Music
Corequisites
None.
Individualized program of applied studio instruction in string bass performance focusing on the foundations of technique, musicianship, literature, and performance practice. The course is repeatable and intended as a four-semester foundation and pre-requisite for advanced study at the 300-level. Prerequisite: Admission to the School of Music.
Credits
1-12(Spec)
Prerequisites
Admission to the School of Music
Corequisites
None.
Applied study of music composition. The course is repeatable and intended as the foundation for advanced study at the 300-level. Prerequisites: Admission to the School of Music.
Credits
1-12(Spec)
Prerequisites
Admission to the School of Music
Corequisites
None.
Individualized program of applied studio instruction in guitar performance focusing on the foundations of technique, musicianship, literature, and performance practice. The course is repeatable and intended as a four-semester foundation and pre-requisite for advanced study at the 300-level. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the School of Music.
Credits
1-8(Spec)
Prerequisites
Admission to the School of Music
Corequisites
None.
Individualized program of applied studio instruction in flute performance focusing on the foundations of technique, musicianship, literature, and performance practice. The course is repeatable and intended as a four-semester foundation and pre-requisite for advanced study at the 300-level. Prerequisite: Admission to the School of Music.
Credits
1-12(Spec)
Prerequisites
Admission to the School of Music
Corequisites
None.
Individualized program of applied studio instruction in oboe performance focusing on the foundations of technique, musicianship, literature, and performance practice. The course is repeatable and intended as a four- semester foundation and pre-requisite for advanced study at the 300- level. Prerequisite: Admission to the School of Music.
Credits
1-12(Spec)
Prerequisites
Admission to the School of Music
Corequisites
None.
Individualized program of applied studio instruction in clarinet performance focusing on the foundations of technique, musicianship, literature, and performance practice. The course is repeatable and intended as a four-semester foundation and pre-requisite for advanced study at the 300-level. Prerequisite: Admission to the School of Music.
Credits
1-12(Spec)
Prerequisites
Admission to the School of Music
Corequisites
None.
Individualized program of applied studio instruction in bassoon performance focusing on the foundations of technique, musicianship, literature, and performance practice. The course is repeatable and intended as a four-semester foundation and pre-requisite for advanced study at the 300-level. Prerequisite: Admission to the School of Music.
Credits
1-12(Spec)
Prerequisites
Admission to the School of Music
Corequisites
None.
Individualized program of applied studio instruction in saxophone performance focusing on the foundations of technique, musicianship, literature, and performance practice. The course is repeatable and intended as a four-semester foundation and pre-requisite for advanced study at the 300-level. Prerequisite: Admission to the School of Music.
Credits
1-12(Spec)
Prerequisites
Admission to the School of Music
Corequisites
None.
Individualized program of applied studio instruction in trumpet performance focusing on the foundations of technique, musicianship, literature, and performance practice. The course is repeatable and intended as a four-semester foundation and pre-requisite for advanced study at the 300-level. Prerequisite: Admission to the School of Music.
Credits
1-12(Spec)
Prerequisites
Admission to the School of Music
Corequisites
None.
Individualized program of applied studio instruction in horn performance focusing on the foundations of technique, musicianship, literature, and performance practice. The course is repeatable and intended as a four- semester foundation and pre-requisite for advanced study at the 300- level. Prerequisite: Admission to the School of Music.
Credits
1-12(Spec)
Prerequisites
Admission to the School of Music
Corequisites
None.
Individualized program of applied studio instruction in trombone performance focusing on the foundations of technique, musicianship, literature, and performance practice. The course is repeatable and intended as a four-semester foundation and pre-requisite for advanced study at the 300-level. Prerequisite: Admission to the School of Music.
Credits
1-12(Spec)
Prerequisites
Admission to the School of Music
Corequisites
None.
Individualized program of applied studio instruction in euphonium performance focusing on the foundations of technique, musicianship, literature, and performance practice. The course is repeatable and intended as a four-semester foundation and pre-requisite for advanced study at the 300-level. Prerequisite: Admission to the School of Music.
Credits
1-12(Spec)
Prerequisites
Admission to the School of Music
Corequisites
None.
Individualized program of applied studio instruction in tuba performance focusing on the foundations of technique, musicianship, literature, and performance practice. The course is repeatable and intended as a four- semester foundation and pre-requisite for advanced study at the 300- level. Prerequisite: Admission to the School of Music.
Credits
1-12(Spec)
Prerequisites
Admission to the School of Music
Corequisites
None.
Individualized program of applied studio instruction in percussion performance focusing on the foundations of technique, musicianship, literature, and performance practice. The course is repeatable and intended as a four-semester foundation and pre-requisite for advanced study at the 300-level. Prerequisite: Admission to the School of Music.
Credits
1-12(Spec)
Prerequisites
Admission to the School of Music
Corequisites
None.
Preparation and performance of major choral/orchestral compositions. No audition required.
Credits
1-8(Spec)
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
None.
Preparation and performance of choral works for the male voice. Open by audition to any student in the University.
Credits
1-8(Spec)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Preparation and performance of choral works for the female voice. Open by audition to any student in the University.
Credits
1-8(Spec)
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
None.
Preparation and performance of choral works. Open by audition to any student in the University.
Credits
1-8(Spec)
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
None.
The rehearsal and performance of orchestral literature. Open by audition to any student in the University.
Credits
1-8(Spec)
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
None.
Preparation and performance of instrumental works. Open by audition to any student in the University.
Credits
1-8(Spec)
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
None.
The rehearsal and performance of string orchestral literature. Open by audition to any student in the University.
Credits
1-8(Spec)
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
None.
Preparation and performance of barbershop works for the male voice. Open by audition.
Credits
1-8(Spec)
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
None.
Experience in accompanying vocal and instrumental music. Prerequisite: Admission to the School of Music.
Credits
1(0-2)
Prerequisites
Admission to the School of Music
Corequisites
None.
Introduction to cognitive and physical methods, techniques, and exercises to manage performance anxiety symptoms.
Credits
2(2-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Exploration of special topics in the field of Music. This course may be repeated when content does not duplicate previous special topic studies. Prerequisite: Admission to the School of Music.
Credits
1-6(Spec)
Prerequisites
Admission to the School of Music
Corequisites
None.