200
This course focuses on the essential patterns of functional harmony found during the Common Practice Period (1600-1900) of Western classical music. 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.
This course focuses on post-tonal pitch relationships and rhythmic transformations found in Western classical music during the 20th and 21st centuries. Prerequisite:
MUS 101 with a C or better.
Credits
4(3-2)
Prerequisites
MUS 101 with a C or better
Corequisites
None.
Continuation of
MUS 104. Prerequisites: Admission to the School of Music;
MUS 104 with a C or better.
Credits
1(0-2)
Prerequisites
Admission to the School of Music; MUS 104 with a C or better
Corequisites
None.
Continuation of
MUS 203. Prerequisites: Admission to the School of Music;
MUS 203 with a C or better.
Credits
1(0-2)
Prerequisites
Admission to the School of Music; MUS 203 with a C or better
Corequisites
None.
Develop basic theory skills in notation, sight-singing, listening, composition, and the aesthetic appreciation of music in Western culture. Not open to music majors.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
None.
This course teaches essential technical skills necessary in composing, recording, and producing mu-sic using contemporary hardware and software.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
None.
Western music history from ancient times through the classical era. Includes an introduction to the music of selected non-Western cultures. Prerequisites: Admission to the School of Music;
MUS 101 with a C or better.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
Admission to the School of Music; MUS 101 with a C or better
Corequisites
None.
Continuation of the work begun in
MUS 211. Western music history from the Baroque through early Romanticism (c. 1700-1850). Prerequisite:
MUS 211 with a C or better.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
MUS 211 with a C or better
Corequisites
None.
A music literature course reviewing important trends and styles in the history of jazz. Open to all students. This course may be offered in an online or hybrid format. May be offered as Writing Intensive. (University Program Group I-B: The Arts)
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
None.
An overview of music teaching methodologies and observations of these methods as they are used by public school music teachers. Prerequisite: Admission to the School of Music.
Credits
2(2-0)
Prerequisites
Admission to the School of Music
Corequisites
None.
Introduction to elementary piano teaching methods and materials, including repertoire, sight-reading, technique, duets, and theory. Prerequisites: Admission to the School of Music; two semesters of
MUS 151 or 152.
Credits
2(2-0)
Prerequisites
Admission to the School of Music; two semesters of MUS 151 or MUS 152
Corequisites
None.
Continuation of Piano Pedagogy I with emphasis on the intermediate pianist and teaching materials for that level. Prerequisite:
MUS 236.
Credits
2(2-0)
Prerequisites
MUS 236
Corequisites
None.
Introduction to English and Italian diction. Study of the International Phonetic Alphabet. Prerequisite: Admission to the School of Music.
Credits
2(1-2)
Prerequisites
Admission to the School of Music
Corequisites
None.
Intermediate diction techniques in German and French. Prerequisites:
MUS 241 with a grade 'C' or better.
Credits
2(1-2)
Prerequisites
MUS 241 with a grade 'C' or better
Corequisites
None.
Oboe and bassoon playing and teaching techniques. Prerequisite:
MUS 144.
Credits
1(0-2)
Prerequisites
MUS 144
Corequisites
None.
Teaching techniques for violin, viola, cello, and double bass. 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 continue the development of functional piano skills, such as sight reading, harmonization, transposition, basic repertoire, and technique. Prerequisites: Admission to the School of Music,
MUS 148 with a C or better.
Credits
1(0-2)
Prerequisites
Admission to the School of Music, MUS 148 with a C or better
Corequisites
None.
This course is designed to develop functional piano skills, such as sight reading, harmonization, basic repertoire, and technique appropriate to the level. Prerequisites: Admission to the School of Music,
MUS 247 with a C or better.
Credits
1(0-2)
Prerequisites
Admission to the School of Music, MUS 247 with a C or better
Corequisites
None.
Development of skills in harmonization, improvisation, transposition, and score reading for intermediate and advanced piano and organ students. Prerequisites: Admission to the School of Music,
MUS 248 with a C or better. Pre/Co-requisites:
MUS 151 or 152.
Credits
1(0-2)
Prerequisites
Admission to the School of Music, MUS 248 with a C or better
Corequisites
None.
Individualized program of applied studio instruction in voice performance. Building technique, musicianship, literature, and performance practice studied in
MUS 150. This course is repeatable and intended as a two-semester foundation and pre-requisite for study at the 300-level. Prerequisites: Admission to the School of Music or Music Theater Program; Successful completion of a 200-level performance jury.
Credits
1-12(Spec)
Prerequisites
Admission to the School of Music or Music Theater Program; Successful completion of a 200-level performance jury
Corequisites
None.
Individual instruction in jazz piano performance. Prerequisite: Admission to the School of Music.
Credits
1-8(Spec)
Prerequisites
Admission to the School of Music
Corequisites
None.
Development of the physical and musical skills needed by a conductor. Prerequisites: Admission to the School of Music;
MUS 202, 204.
Credits
2(0-4)
Prerequisites
Admission to the School of Music; MUS 202, MUS 204
Corequisites
None.
Chamber ensemble rehearsal and performance. Prerequisite: Admission to the School of Music.
Credits
1-8(Spec)
Prerequisites
Admission to the School of Music
Corequisites
None.
Preparation and performance of vocal chamber music from Medieval to contemporary with a focus on acapella music. Open by audition to any student in the University.
Credits
1-8(Spec)
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
None.
Preparation and performance of solo roles in scenes from standard operas, chamber operas, and/or musical theatre. Prerequisite: Admission to the School of Music or signed Music Theatre major.
Credits
1-6(Spec)
Prerequisites
Admission to the School of Music or signed Music Theatre major
Corequisites
None.
Preparation and performance of percussion ensemble works. Open by audition to any student in the University.
Credits
1-8(Spec)
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
None.
Jazz ensemble rehearsal and performance. Prerequisite: Open by audition to any student in the University.
Credits
1-8(Spec)
Prerequisites
Open by audition to any student in the University
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.