For students with minimal musical background. Study of musical concepts and terminology through research, critical writing, music analysis, and performance. (LAC, gtP)
Prerequisite: Music major or consent of instructor. This project-orientated course introduces the language of MIDI, notation software, and the basic of music sequencing and audio recording. These skills allow the production of computer playback files and engraved scores.
Prerequisite: EDFE 110 and MUS 113. Music majors only. For prospective teachers of music. Covers the history and present status of music in the schools, qualifications of music teachers and beginning instructional problems. Weekly observation and aiding required.
Prerequisite: Student must be accepted by the School of Music as a music major. Exploration of career possibilities through interaction with a variety of successful music professionals.
A study of song lyrics from a literary perspective: includes study of figurative language, poetic devices, rhyme, etc. Critical writing skills are stressed. (LAC, gtP)
Prerequisite: Completion of MUS 115 and MUS 116 with grades of C- or better in each. Introduction to chromatic harmony. Analysis of larger part forms.
Completion of MUS 115 and MUS 116 with grades of C- or better in each. Ear training and sight singing, including chromatic harmonies, chromatic melodies, modulating melodies and rhythmic dictation.
Prerequisite: Completion of MUS 213 and MUS 214 with grades of C- or better in each. Introduction to musical styles and analysis techniques since 1900.
Prerequisite: Completion of MUS 213 and MUS 214 with grades of C- or better in each. Ear training and sight singing skills related to musical styles since 1900.
Students will prepare, perform, and critique solo jazz vocal selections, culminating in a public performance. In-class listening to and discussion of representative vocal jazz solo recordings. Repeatable, no limitations.
Prerequisite MUS 113 and MUS 114 or consent of instructor. An exploration of harmonic syntax, melodic construction, and song forms in jazz. Course will include analysis, directed listening, and practice hearing jazz chords and chord progressions.
Audition required. The Latin Jazz Ensemble studies and performs music exclusively from the Latin Jazz tradition. The repertoire reflects both Afro-Cuban and Brazilian influences fused with jazz performance practices. Repeatable with no limitations.
Audition required. Comprised of several guitarists and a rhythm section, the Jazz Guitar Ensemble studies and performs music from diverse jazz styles arranged for this specific combination of instruments. Repeatable with no limitations.
Open to any student by audition. Groups consist of rhythm section plus three or four horns. Repeatable, no limitations. Students should have an improvisation background before audition. MUS 223 is recommended.
Prerequisite: MUS 218. This course is an introduction to the art of jazz improvisation. Topics will be covered through live demonstration, solo analysis, transcription, and performance.
Audition required. Each ensemble limited to 20 voices: 4 sopranos, 4 altos, 4 tenors, 4 baritones, 4 basses, plus rhythm section and horns. Sing standard jazz literature; sing scat and deal with contemporary jazz notation. Perform on and off campus. Open to any UNC student. Repeatable, no limitations.
Audition required. For brass, woodwind and rhythm players. Concentrates on the idioms of jazz music. Get thorough preparation for teaching at both secondary and college levels. Repeatable, no limitations.
Consent of Instructor. UNC Early Music Ensemble performs pre-Classical Era music in a historically informed style, on period instruments whenever possible. Repeatable, no limitations.
Small chamber groups that rehearse regularly and are coached by a faculty member. Repeatable, no limitations.
Consent of instructor. Private instruction in performance practice, technical study, and literature relevant to jazz. Repeatable, no limitations.
Prerequisite: Enrollment in the BME degree or Consent of Instructor. Develop pronunciation skills for speaking and singing in English and Italian, particularly through learning the International Phonetic Alphabet. Rules of grammar that affect pronunciation for poetry and song literature texts.
Prerequisite: For students enrolled in BME or Consent of Instructor. Develop pronunciation skills for speaking and singing in German and French, particularly through learning the International Phonetic Alphabet. Rules of grammar that affect pronunciation for poetry and song literature texts.
Pre-or co-requisite: MUS 113 and MUS 114. Overview of music composition for beginning majors, prospective majors, or students interested in exploring composition. Fundamentals of composing melody, creating harmony, and formal structures explored.
Pre-or co-requisite: MUS 239, MUS 115, and MUS 116. Continuation of Seminar in Music Composition I. Overview of music composition for beginning majors, prospective majors, or students interested in exploring composition. Continued exploration of the fundamentals of composition with an intensive look at works of literature related to specific compositional techniques under discussion.
Develops and extends perception and understanding of music, theatre, visual arts, and dance. Varied art forms and media explored as integral parts of the processes of reading, attending arts events, and critical writing. (LAC)
The history of change in music from earliest times through the 16th Century to the end of the Baroque Period with emphasis on the changes in style. (LAC, gtP)
A study of historical changes that took place in music in the Classic and Romantic Periods and the 20th Century. (LAC)
Definition, history, and scope of Ethnomusicology; its role in the study of human behavior and cultures, and its relationship with musicology, anthropology, history, culture, religion, and humanities. Survey of functional music in different socio-cultural settings. Exploration of ethnomusicological theories, research, and fieldwork study. (LAC, gtP)
Increases students' understanding and appreciation of the music of other cultures through the study of folk music and the methods of ethnomusicology. (LAC, gtP)
Survey of the musics of the Asian continent and their roles in society, religion, history, and politics. Examines theoretical systems, modes of learning, musical instruments, ensembles, and performance practices by cultural groups. Also examines significant genres in national and folk traditions. Explores the impact of westernization and modernization on musical cultures as well as new musical practices in the world music markets of the twenty-first century. (LAC, gtP)
Consent of Instructor. The UNC Alternative Styles Ensemble will explore non-classical styles and performance techniques through regular rehearsals and performances. Repeatable, no limitations.
Audition required. Practical experience in the production and performance of a complete operatic works in professional productions in Europe. Techniques of acting, singing, character analysis and stage direction will be studied. Repeatable, no limitations.
Prerequisite: MUS 115, MUS 161 or consent of instructor. Functional piano for music majors with slight background in piano. Expand basic skills in sightreading, harmonization and technique to early intermediate piano level.
Prerequisite: MUS 260 or consent of instructor. Develop further reading skills, techniques and styles necessary to play simple accompaniments and intermediate piano music.
Prerequisite: MUS 161 or consent of instructor. A course for beginning jazz piano students. Study of the harmonic language of jazz, chord voicings, comping techniques, melody playing and improvisation.
Studio performance class is an integral component of applied study. Each music major will attend a regularly scheduled session with all of the students in his or her major discipline. S/U graded. Repeatable, no limitations.
Studio performance class is an integral component of applied study. Each music major will attend a regularly scheduled session with all of the students in his or her major discipline. S/U graded. Repeatable, no limitations.
Consent of instructor. In-depth study of repertoire and refinement of skills for the collaborative pianist. Repeatable, no limitations.
Audition Required. The UNC Chamber Choir is a highly select auditioned vocal ensemble typically comprised of 16 to 32 performers. The group performs a wide variety of choral chamber works in concerts throughout the year and may tour regularly. Repeatable, no limitations.
Audition required. Comprised of the best string, wind, brass, and percussion players. Reads and performs standard orchestra repertoire. Performs on and off campus. Repeatable, no limitations.
Audition required. Comprised of outstanding strings Selected winds. Performs chamber orchestra literature from Baroque to the present. Presents concerts on and off campus. Repeatable, no limitations.
Consent of instructor. Repeatable, no limitations.
Consent of instructor. Repeatable, no limitations.
Consent of instructor. Repeatable, no limitations.
Consent of instructor. Repeatable, no limitations.
Consent of instructor. Repeatable, no limitations.
Consent of instructor. Repeatable, no limitations.
Audition required. Open to all students. Performs literature ranging from the classics to contemporary works. Performs concerts on and off campus. Repeatable, no limitations.
Audition required. Open to all female students. Performs on campus and joins with the Concert Choir in large masterworks with orchestra. Repeatable, no limitations.
No audition required. The University Singers is open to the university community and performs a wide variety of choral repertoire, from Renaissance motets to contemporary works. Repeatable, no limitations.
Studio performance class is an integral component of applied study. Each music major will attend a regularly scheduled session with all of the students in his or her major discipline. S/U graded. Repeatable, no limitations.
Audition required. Open to all male students. Performs on campus and in the community. Sings a wide variety of literature. Repeatable, no limitations.
Audition required. Practical experience in the production and performance of a complete operatic work. Techniques of acting, singing, character analysis and stage direction will be studied. Repeatable, no limitations.
Audition required. Studying techniques of acting, singing, character analysis and stage deportment through the staging and performing of selected opera scenes and arias. Repeatable, no limitations.
Audition required. Comprised of music majors and students from other disciplines. Members perform a wide variety of interesting literature selected from standard and current repertoire. Repeatable, no limitations.
Audition required. Select performing ensemble of 21 brass and percussion students. Concentrate on literature for brass instrumental media, development of musical sensitivity, phrasing, style and intonation. Major ensemble credit. Repeatable, no limitations.
Audition required. Performs literature drawn from contemporary and traditional repertoire. Repeatable, no limitations.
Audition required. Comprised of the most outstanding wind and percussion majors in the School of Music. The ensemble performs a repertoire of works requiring from 8 to 35 performers. Repeatable, no limitations.
Audition required. Open to all university students. To develop marching/playing skills by utilizing current practices in marching band formation design and special marching band musical arrangements. Repeatable, no limitations.
Studio performance class is an integral component of applied study. Each music major will attend a regularly scheduled session with all of the students in his or her major discipline. S/U graded. Repeatable, no limitations.
Studio performance class is an integral component of applied study. Each music major will attend a regularly scheduled session with all of the students in his or her major discipline. S/U graded. Repeatable, no limitations.
Study of the development of jazz music and its relationship to and influence on other popular music genres. Focus on critical listening and writing skills to develop appreciation of this art form. Open to all students. (LAC, gtP).