2014-2015 Undergraduate Catalog

MUS 301 18th Century Counterpoint

Prerequisite: MUS 215 and MUS 216. A study of counterpoint as found in the invention, canon, fugue and chorale prelude.

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MUS 302 Form and Analysis

Prerequisites: MUS 215 AND MUS 216. The study of homophonic and polyphonic forms, beginning with the motif and continuing with the analysis of the sonata, rondo and variation forms as well as the contrapuntal processes of inventions, canon, and fugue.

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MUS 303 Instrumentation

Prerequisite: MUS 215 and MUS 216. A course planned to develop knowledge and skill in arranging and orchestrating for various combinations of instruments from a few instruments to a full symphony orchestra.

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MUS 305 Music Methods for Elementary Teachers

Prerequisite: EDFE 110 or EDFE 120 or EDFE 125. This course will develop understandings and musical skills related to methodology for a multi-faceted music curriculum in the elementary classroom, including the integration of music with other disciplines.

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MUS 307 History of Instruments and Instrumental Practice

Prerequisites: Completion of MUS 215, 216, MUS 243, and MUS 244 with grades of C- or better in each. A historical study of the development of musical instruments and the performance practices associated with them.

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MUS 308 Music Workshop

Receive information about current important ideas in many fields of knowledge from authorities nationally known in their fields of specialization. S/U graded. Repeatable, no limitations.

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MUS 309 Music for Video

Prerequisite: MUS 209. An introduction to skills needed for success in the music industry. Among the topics discussed will be creating "humanized" computer playback, and synchronizing computer playback to video and other sources.

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MUS 310 Teaching General Music in Elementary Schools

Prerequisite: MUS 210, EDFE 110 or EDFE 125. A comprehensive study of the teaching of music to students in elementary school general music classes. Clinical experiences required.

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MUS 311 Teaching General Music in Secondary Schools

Prerequisite: MUS 310, EDFE 120 or EDFE 125. Study the role and nature of required and elective general music, arts and humanities courses in junior and senior high schools.

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MUS 312 Teaching Instrumental Music in Elementary Schools

Prerequisite: MUS 210, EDFE 120 or EDFE 125. Examine materials, methods and procedures for teaching instrumental music in elementary schools. In-class presentations and clinical experience required.

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MUS 313 Digital Composition

(2 hours lecture) Prerequisites: MUS 209. This project oriented course gives students a professional level familiarity with electronic musical instruments. The class will focus on the production and design of synthetic and sampled sounds.

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MUS 314 Guitar in the Classroom

Music majors only or consent of instructor. Learn to play guitar, including basic folk and classical techniques. Covers development of a guitar program in public school music curriculum.

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MUS 317 Teaching Instrumental Music in Secondary Schools

Required clinical experience arranged. Prerequisite: MUS 312, EDFE 120 or EDFE 125. Develops understanding of skills necessary to maintain an outstanding secondary instrumental music program.

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MUS 318 Music in Early Childhood

Prerequisite: MUS 215, MUS 216 or MUS 204. Explore a broad range of teaching ideas that nurture musicality in children ages two to seven.

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MUS 319 Instrumental Techniques and Conducting

Prerequisite: MUS 215 and MUS 216 . Develop effective hand and baton technique; learn drill and various meter patterns, tempo, style, dynamics, musical terms; study and perform musical scores, using a laboratory band and orchestra.

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MUS 320 Wind Literature, Pedagogy and Conducting

Prerequisite: MUS 319. Designed to continue conducting instruction begun in MUS 319, with emphasis on wind literature and rehearsal techniques appropriate for elementary through high school bands.

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MUS 323 Choral Techniques and Conducting

Prerequisite: MUS 215 and MUS 216. Develop basic conducting technique as a choral musician. Study and apply meter patterns, preparatory beats, cueing and releases. Discuss tone production, diction, blend, score preparation and rehearsal techniques.

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MUS 324 Choral Conducting and Pedagogy for Elementary and Secondary Schools

Prerequisite: MUS 323, EDFE 120 or EDFE 125. Continuation of MUS 323, refining conducting techniques. Examines materials, methods and procedures relevant to teaching vocal music in elementary and secondary schools.

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MUS 325 Choral Methods and Literature for Elementary and Secondary Schools

Prerequisite: MUS 319 or MUS 323, EDFE 120 or EDFE 125. Examine choral literature for use with elementary through high school choral organizations.

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MUS 327 Analysis of Jazz Styles

Pre-requisite: MUS 223. Study of jazz improvisation through the analysis of transcribed solos.

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MUS 328 Jazz Improvisation II

Prerequisite: MUS 223 or consent of instructor. Continuation and expansion of materials covered in MUS 223. Application of advanced scales, chromatic harmony, and soloing concepts. Elements of swing through post-bebop styles.

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MUS 329 Stage Techniques for Singers

An introduction to techniques and requirements of stage performance: score and script analysis, elementary acting methods, character development, and stage movement.

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MUS 330 String Techniques

The study of the problems of string playing through performance on string instruments and the study of available literature for teaching strings in preparation for establishing string classes upon graduation.

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MUS 331 String Pedagogy and Literature for the Instrumental Music Teacher

Prerequisite: MUS 319, MUS 330, EDFE 120 or EDFE 125. Laboratory required. Additional studies in string performance and literature are presented for the instrumental B.M.E. major.

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MUS 334 Acting for Singers

Prerequisite: MUS 329 or consent of instructor. Advanced instruction in the special needs of the singer/actor: staging of arias, improvisation, freeing the voice through movement. Repeatable, may be taken two times.

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MUS 336 German Art Song

An introduction to the origins of the art song form with in-depth study of the German art song from its historical beginnings through the present day.

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MUS 338 French/Italian Art Song

Course in the performance of 19th and 20th Century French and Italian Art Song with particular emphasis upon style, technical requirements and diction.

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MUS 339 British/American Art Song

In-depth study of British and American art song. Emphasis will be on research and performance of 20th century materials.

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MUS 342 Jazz Rhythm Section Workshop

A listening workshop in jazz and commercial music for all instrumentalists. Topics will include important players, group communication, performance styles and classic rhythm sections.

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MUS 343 Recording Techniques

This course will introduce the student to the basic principles and practices of audio recording through a combination of lecture/demonstration and hands-on work in the recording studio or the computer lab.

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MUS 344 History of Jazz

Open to music majors or by consent of instructor. A detailed study of the history of jazz music from its precursors to the present. Listening and writing skills are stressed.

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MUS 346 Arranging

Prerequisite: MUS 218 or consent of instructor. Fundamental considerations in arranging music for small instrumental jazz ensembles and vocal jazz groups. Stylistic elements of melody, harmony, rhythm, texture, and form. Details of notation, score preparation, and layout.

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MUS 347 Advanced Arranging

Prerequisite: MUS 303 and MUS 346, or consent of instructor. Discussion of common techniques used by great arrangers. Prepares students to write arrangements for large jazz ensemble and studio orchestra.

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MUS 348 Accompanying and Coaching I

Consent of instructor. Acquaint students with necessary skills for collaborative performance through the study of listening, rhythm, sightreading, technique and 4-hand repertoire. Class performances required. Repeatable, no limitations.

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MUS 349 Accompanying and Coaching II

Prerequisite: MUS 348/MUS 548 or consent of instructor. Acquaint students with skills needed for collaborative performance through score reduction and discussion, listening and performance of song and instrumental literature. Class performances required. Repeatable, no limitations.

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MUS 352 Piano Pedagogy I

A one semester course concentrating on beginning piano and elementary musicianship.  The course will provide a thorough introduction to methods, materials, resources, and techniques for teaching at the elementary level.  Students will also survey a substantial amount of elementary to early intermediate piano repertoire.

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MUS 353 Piano Pedagogy II

Prerequisite:  MUS 352/552 or consent of instructor. A one semester course focusing on the intermediate to early advanced piano student curriculum.  The course will provide a thorough overview of the technical and musical requirements needed to develop students at the intermediate to early advanced level.  Students will also survey a substantial amount of intermediate to early advanced piano repertoire.

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MUS 354 Advanced Recording Techniques

Prerequisite: MUS 209 and MUS 343. Continued development of skills in audio recording and mixing through lecture and hands-on experiences. Students will collaborate on projects using a wide array of tools and recording techniques.

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MUS 356 Marching Band Techniques

Prerequisite: EDFE 120 or EDFE 125. Designed to develop the necessary skills and knowledge needed to organize, administer, plan and teach marching band shows. Clinical experience required.

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MUS 360 Voice Class

Beginning instruction in solo singing, with an emphasis on strategies and materials. Intended for beginning singers and music educators. Study will involve the elements of basic vocal technique, pedagogy and solo repertoire.

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MUS 361 Single Reed and Flute Class

This course addresses fundamental issues in playing and teaching the clarinet, saxophone, and flute to assist music educators in the instruction of these instruments.

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MUS 362 Double Reed Class

This course addresses fundamental issues in playing and teaching the oboe and bassoon to assist music educators in the instruction of these instruments.

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MUS 364 Brass and Percussion Class

Prerequisite: MUS 115. Develop a teaching knowledge of the brass and percussion instruments. Acquire sufficient playing skill for purposes of demonstration.

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MUS 367 Materials and Techniques for Brass and Percussion

Required of all music majors with vocal, piano and general music emphasis (B.M.E.). Covers the teaching fundamentals of brass and percussion instruments.

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MUS 392 Music Business Internship

Prerequisite: Consent of Instructor. Practical experience working in the music business. Internship proposal, progress report and final report required. S/U graded. Repeatable, maximum of three credits.

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