Undergraduate Catalog 2024-2025

College of Performing and Visual Arts

School of Music

MUS 100 Recitals, Concerts and Productions

Each semester, students will attend Common Hour Convocations plus a minimum of 5 concerts or productions in which they do not perform. S/U graded.
0

Major/Minor Restriction

Include Music (and) Music Education Major(s)/Minor(s)

Course Attribute

Variable Title Course

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

MUS 104 Foundations of Music Theory

A rigorous curriculum that focuses on the foundational elements of music theory including clef reading, calligraphy, rhythmic notation, intervals, scales, key signatures, triads and diatonic chords. Extensive work in ear training and sight singing.
3

Major/Minor Restriction

Include Music (and) Music Education Major(s)/Minor(s)

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 113 Music Theory I

Introduction to basic diatonic harmony, phrase structure, analysis, period form and four part writing in root position. Weekly keyboard labs reinforce the coursework.
3

Prerequisites

MUS 104 with a minimum grade of D-

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 114 Aural Skills and Sight Singing I

Exercises in sight singing, rhythmic reading and dictation. Sight singing of diatonic melodies, intervals, triads. Performance of rhythmic reading exercises. Ear training includes intervals, triad types, diatonic melodies, cadences and rhythmic dictation.
1

Prerequisites

MUS 104 with a minimum grade of D-

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 115 Music Theory II

Introduction to harmony through four-part writing. Principles of harmonic progression, modulation, diatonic seventh chords and secondary dominants are included. Analysis of Binary and Ternary forms. Weekly keyboard labs reinforce the written material.
3

Prerequisites

(MUS 113 and MUS 114 with a minimum grade of C-)

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 116 Aural Skills and Sight Singing II

Exercises in sight singing, rhythmic reading and dictation. Sight singing of diatonic, modulating and chromatic melodies. Performance of rhythmic reading exercises which include syncopation and asymmetrical meters. Dictation includes diatonic chord progressions, diatonic and chromatic melodies, seventh chords, and rhythmic dictation with syncopation, and meters including 5/8 and 7/8.
1

Prerequisites

(MUS 113 and MUS 114 with a minimum grade of C-)

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 140 Exploration of Music through American Identities

A non-technical course on the enjoyment and appreciation of diverse music that has been available in the United States since ca. 1750. From a contemporary American and global standpoint, as well as in pursuit of improving social awareness and cultural competence, this course explores our multicultural past and present through musical examples and figures of diverse identities that have existed since the beginning of our country’s history.

3

Offered

Generally offered Fall and/or Spring Annually

Course Attribute

LAA1-Arts&Hum-Arts&Expression and LAMS-Multicultural Studies and GT Arts

MUS 143 Musical Styles and Context

Music in its historical and cultural contexts: stylistic development and connections to the other arts. Intended for majors and musically literate non majors with a knowledge of basic music theory.
3

Course Attribute

LAA1-Arts&Hum-Arts&Expression and GT Arts

MUS 144 Exploring Music in Film

This course explores music in film, focusing on common musical styles and sound design techniques and the way they work with visual and theatrical elements to tell the story. This class is intended for students with little or no musical background.

3

Offered

Generally offered Fall, Winter Interim, Spring, and/or Summer Annually

Course Attribute

LAA1-Arts&Hum-Arts&Expression and GT Arts

MUS 145 Music for Cartoons: Disney to Animé

This course is an elementary exploration of animation and music in cartoons and is designed for undergraduates from a variety of disciplines. No special musical knowledge is required. Much of the content of the course will be drawn from early cartoons, c. 1930-1960 and then from 1990 to the present. Study of this subject is a study of music literature, particularly in the realms of jazz and classical music, cultural reflections of social interactions and politics, and technological development in both image and sound in the past 100 years.

3

Offered

Generally offered Fall and/or Spring Annually

Course Attribute

LAA1-Arts&Hum-Arts&Expression and GT Arts

MUS 150 History of Rock and Roll

This course is a survey of the development of the Rock genre from its roots in African-American music and the Blues into the 21st century. The advances in the music will be connected to the social, political, multicultural, and technological changes that shaped those developments.
3

Course Attribute

LAA1-Arts&Hum-Arts&Expression and LAMS-Multicultural Studies and GT Arts

MUS 155 Beats and Grooves in Hispanic and Latinx Music

A non-technical course on the enjoyment and appreciation of Hispanic and Latinx music and culture. This course explores a variety of musical styles and genres that incorporate distinctive beats and grooves of Spanish, Chicano/Chicana, and Latin American roots music, in close connection with social, political, and multicultural movements that have shaped their spirits and sounds.

3

Offered

Generally offered Fall and/or Spring Annually

Course Attribute

LAA1-Arts&Hum-Arts&Expression and LAMS-Multicultural Studies and GT Arts

MUS 160 Class Piano I

An introduction to functional keyboard skills for students with little or no background in piano.
1

Major/Minor Restriction

Include Music (and) Music Education Major(s)

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 161 Class Piano II

For music majors continuing to develop reading skills, technique and style necessary for playing elementary piano music.
1

Prerequisites

MUS 160 with a minimum grade of C-

Major/Minor Restriction

Include Music (and) Music Education Major(s)

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 181 Jazz and Latin Theory I

An exploration of harmonic syntax, melodic construction, song forms, rhythms, and grooves in jazz and Latin music.

3

Offered

Generally offered Fall Annually

MUS 182 Jazz and Latin Aural Skills I

Study and development of skills in hearing and vocalizing melodic, harmonic, and rhythmic elements of jazz and Latin music styles.

1

Offered

Generally offered Fall Annually

MUS 183 Jazz and Latin Theory II

An in-depth study of harmonic syntax, melodic construction, song forms, rhythms, and grooves in jazz and Latin music.
3

Prerequisites

MUS 181 with a minimum grade of C-

Offered

Generally offered Spring Annually

MUS 184 Jazz and Latin Aural Skills II

Continued study and development of skills in hearing and vocalizing melodic, harmonic, and rhythmic elements of jazz and Latin music styles.

1

Prerequisites

MUS 182 with a minimum grade of C-

Offered

Generally offered Spring Annually

MUS 208 Group Lessons

Music study and skill development in a group setting, focusing on a specific style or genre. Students will listen to, learn, and analyze representative pieces, and will explore playing specific styles. Specific topics will vary by semester. 

1

Offered

Generally offered Fall and/or Spring - Check with department/school for next offering

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

MUS 209 Introduction to Music Technology

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.
2

Major/Minor Restriction

Include Music (and) Music Education (and) Music Technology Major(s)/Minor(s)

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 210 Introduction to Music Education

Covers the history and present status of music in the schools, qualifications of music teachers and beginning instructional problems. Weekly observation and aiding required.

2

Offered

Generally offered Fall and/or Spring Annually

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 211 Careers in Music

Exploration of career possibilities through interaction with a variety of successful music professionals.
1

Major/Minor Restriction

Include Music (and) Music Education Major(s)

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 212 Song Lyrics

A study of song lyrics from a literary perspective: includes study of figurative language, poetic devices, rhyme, etc. Critical writing skills are stressed.
3

Course Attribute

LAA2-Arts&Hum-Lit&Humanities and GT Literature

MUS 213 Music Theory III

Introduction to chromatic harmony. Analysis of larger part forms.

3

Prerequisites

(MUS 115 and MUS 116 with a minimum grade of C-) or (MUS 183 and MUS 184 with a minimum grade of C-)

Offered

Generally offered Fall and/or Spring Annually

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 214 Aural Skills and Sight Singing III

Ear training and sight singing, including chromatic harmonies, chromatic melodies, modulating melodies and rhythmic dictation.

1

Prerequisites

(MUS 115 and MUS 116 with a minimum grade of C-) or (MUS 183 and 184 with a minimum grade of C-)

Offered

Generally offered Fall and/or Spring Annually

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 215 Music Theory IV

Introduction to musical styles and analysis techniques since 1900.
3

Prerequisites

(MUS 213 and MUS 214 with a minimum grade of C-)

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 216 Aural Skills and Sight Singing IV

Ear training and sight singing skills related to musical styles since 1900.
1

Prerequisites

(MUS 213 and MUS 214 with a minimum grade of C-)

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 217 Vocal Jazz Master Class

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.
1

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required

MUS 220 Jazz Guitar Ensemble

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.
1

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 221 Small Jazz Ensembles

Groups consist of rhythm section plus three or four horns. Students should have an improvisation background before audition.
1

Course Attribute

Variable Title Course

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 223 Jazz Improvisation I

This course is an introduction to the art of jazz improvisation. Topics will be covered through live demonstration, solo analysis, transcription, and performance.

2

Prerequisites

MUS 183 with a minimum grade of D-

Offered

Generally offered Fall Annually

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required

MUS 224 Vocal Jazz Ensembles

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.
1

Course Attribute

Variable Title Course

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 225 Jazz Ensemble

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.
1

Course Attribute

Variable Title Course

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 228 UNC Early Music Ensemble

UNC Early Music Ensemble performs pre-Classical Era music in a historically informed style, on period instruments whenever possible.
1

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 229 UNC Contemporary Music Ensemble

The UNC Contemporary Music Ensemble performs music of our time, including modern masterpieces as well as commissioned works, in collaboration with composers whenever possible.
1

Course Attribute

Community Engaged Learning

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 230 Small Ensembles and Chamber Music

Small chamber groups that rehearse regularly and are coached by a faculty member.
1

Course Attribute

Variable Title Course

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 231 Music Lessons

Instruction in a secondary area: instrument, voice, or composition. One 30-minute individual lesson per week.
1

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Private Music Lesson Fee Required

MUS 236 Individual Instruction in Jazz

Individual instruction on technique, performance practice, and literature in jazz music. May include up to 50% classical/traditional music study.

2

Offered

Generally offered Fall and/or Spring Annually

Major/Minor Restriction

Include Music (and) Music Education Major(s)/Minor(s)

Level Restriction

Exclude GR

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Private Music Lesson Fee Required

MUS 237 English and Italian Diction

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.
1

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required

MUS 238 German and French Diction

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.
1

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required

MUS 243 History of Music I

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.
3

Course Attribute

LAA1-Arts&Hum-Arts&Expression and GT Arts

MUS 244 History of Music II

A study of historical changes that took place in music in the Classic and Romantic Periods and the 20th Century.
3

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required

MUS 245 Introduction to Ethnomusicology

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.
3

Mutually Exclusive Course

Credit allowed for only one of these courses: MUS 245 and ANT 245

Course Attribute

LAB3Soc&BehSci-HumBeh,Cult,Soc and LAIS-International Studies and GT Human Behavior & Soc Sys

MUS 247 Music as Cultural Identity

Music as Cultural Identity looks at the importance of music in the expression of cultural identity and explores the global migration of musical ideas through a survey of folk, art, and popular music from around the world.

3

Offered

Generally offered Fall and/or Spring Annually

Course Attribute

LAA1-Arts&Hum-Arts&Expression and LAIS-International Studies and GT Arts

MUS 248 Asian Musical Culture

Survey of the music 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.
3

Mutually Exclusive Course

Credit allowed for only one of these courses: MUS 248 and ASIA 248

Course Attribute

LAA1-Arts&Hum-Arts&Expression and LAIS-International Studies and GT Arts

MUS 251 Survey of the Music Business

An introductory course designed to develop basic business skills in the music idiom through the study of copyright law, music licensing and publishing, artist/venue management and promotion, and the recording industry.

2

Offered

Generally offered Fall Annually

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 253 UNC Alternative Styles Ensemble

The UNC Alternative Styles Ensemble will explore non-classical styles and performance techniques through regular rehearsals and performances.
1

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 256 UNC European Summer Opera Programs

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.
1- 6

Course Attribute

Variable Title Course

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Faculty Led Study Abroad Fee Required and Extended Campus Fee Required

MUS 257 Applied Music

Individual instruction on technique, performance practice, and literature for performance majors.
1

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Private Music Lesson Fee Required

MUS 258 Applied Music: Jazz

Instruction on technique, performance practice, and literature of jazz music. One 50-minute individual lesson per week.
1

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Private Music Lesson Fee Required

MUS 260 Class Piano III

Development of intermediate-level functional keyboard skills. This course satisfies the piano proficiency requirement for all music majors.
1

Prerequisites

MUS 161 with a minimum grade of C-

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 261 Class Piano IV

Further development of the functional keyboard skills required of professional musicians and music educators.
1

Prerequisites

MUS 260 with a minimum grade of C-

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 262 Class Jazz Piano

A course for beginning jazz, piano students. Study of the harmonic language of jazz, chord voicings, comping techniques, melody playing and improvisation.

1

Prerequisites

MUS 160 with a minimum grade of C-

Offered

Generally offered Fall Annually

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 263 Studio Performance Class: Piano

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 their major discipline. S/U graded.
0

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

MUS 264 Studio Performance Class: Brass or Percussion

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 their major discipline. S/U graded.
0

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

MUS 265 Individual Instruction in Collaborative Piano

In-depth study of repertoire and refinement of skills for the collaborative pianist.
2

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Private Music Lesson Fee Required

MUS 266 Chamber Choir

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.
1

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 267 University Symphony Orchestra

Audition required. Comprised of the best string, wind, brass, and percussion players. Reads and performs standard orchestra repertoire. Performs on and off campus.
1

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 268 UNC Campus String Orchestra

This course is open to all bowed string instrument players on campus (violin, viola, cello, bass). Players are expected to have several years of experience in order to be successful with the required repertoire. Each semester the Orchestra will rehearse and prepare for concerts on campus and/or in the community. **String majors are expected to audition for the UNC Symphony Orchestra each year before enrolling in Campus Orchestra (on their primary instrument).
1

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 269 Latin Percussion Class

Study and practice of Latin percussion instruments, techniques, and styles. Development of performance skills through analysis of audio and video recordings and group playing. The focus will be on basic technique, sound production, and performance practices. For percussionists and non-percussionists. Specific focus varies by semester. 

1

Offered

Generally offered Fall Annually

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

MUS 270 Individual Instruction in Voice

Instruction on technique, performance practice, and repertoire.

2

Offered

Generally offered Fall and/or Spring Annually

Major/Minor Restriction

Include Music (and) Music Education Major(s)/Minor(s)

Level Restriction

Exclude GR

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Private Music Lesson Fee Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 271 Individual Instruction in Piano

Individual instruction on technique, performance practice, and repertoire.

2

Offered

Generally offered Fall and/or Spring Annually

Major/Minor Restriction

Include Music (and) Music Education Major(s)/Minor(s)

Level Restriction

Exclude GR

Course Attribute

Variable Title Course

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Private Music Lesson Fee Required

MUS 272 Individual Instruction in Folk and Bluegrass

Individual instruction on technique, performance practice, and literature for performance majors.
2

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Private Music Lesson Fee Required

MUS 273 Individual Instruction in Strings

Instruction on technique, performance practice, and repertoire.

2

Offered

Generally offered Fall and/or Spring Annually

Major/Minor Restriction

Include Music (and) Music Education Major(s)/Minor(s)

Level Restriction

Exclude GR

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Private Music Lesson Fee Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 274 Individual Instruction in Woodwinds

Instruction on technique, performance practice, and repertoire.

2

Offered

Generally offered Fall and/or Spring Annually

Major/Minor Restriction

Include Music (and) Music Education Major(s)/Minor(s)

Level Restriction

Exclude GR

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Private Music Lesson Fee Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 275 Individual Instruction in Brass

Instruction on technique, performance practice, and repertoire.

2

Offered

Generally offered Fall and/or Spring Annually

Major/Minor Restriction

Include Music (and) Music Education Major(s)/Minor(s)

Level Restriction

Exclude GR

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Private Music Lesson Fee Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 276 Individual Instruction in Percussion

Instruction in technique, performance practices, and repertoire.

2

Offered

Generally offered Fall and/or Spring Annually

Major/Minor Restriction

Include Music (and) Music Education Major(s)/Minor(s)

Level Restriction

Exclude GR

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 277 Individual Instruction in Composition

Individual instruction in music composition for composition majors.
2

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Private Music Lesson Fee Required

MUS 278 Individual Instruction in Harp or Guitar

Instruction on technique, performance practice, and repertoire.

2

Offered

Generally offered Fall and/or Spring Annually

Major/Minor Restriction

Include Music (and) Music Education Major(s)/Minor(s)

Level Restriction

Exclude GR

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition and Course Fee Required

MUS 280 Mixed Concert Choir

Audition required. Open to all students. Performs literature ranging from the classics to contemporary works. Performs concerts on and off campus.
1

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 281 Women's Glee Club

Audition required. Open to all female students. Performs on campus and joins with the Concert Choir in large masterworks with orchestra.
1

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 282 University Singers

The University Singers is open to all the university community and performs a wide variety of choral repertoire, from Renaissance motets to contemporary works.
1

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 283 Studio Performance Class: Voice

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 their major discipline. S/U graded.
0

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

MUS 284 Men's Glee Club

Open to all male students. Performs on campus and in the community. Sings a wide variety of literature.
1

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 285 Performance in Opera Theatre

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.
1

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 286 Scene Studies in Opera

Audition required. Studying techniques of acting, singing, character analysis and stage deportment through the staging and performing of selected opera scenes and arias.
1

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 288 Concert Band

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.
1

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 290 Symphonic Band

Audition required. Performs literature drawn from contemporary and traditional repertoire.
1

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 291 Wind Ensemble

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.
1

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 292 Marching Band

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.
1

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 293 Studio Performance Class: Strings, Harp or Guitar

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 their major discipline. S/U graded.
0

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

MUS 294 Studio Performance Class: Woodwinds

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 their major discipline. S/U graded.
0

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

MUS 296 Jazz Music: History and Appreciation

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.
3

Course Attribute

LAA1-Arts&Hum-Arts&Expression and LAMS-Multicultural Studies and GT Arts

MUS 301 18th Century Counterpoint

A study of counterpoint as found in the invention, canon, fugue and chorale prelude.

3

Prerequisites

(MUS 213 and MUS 214 with a minimum grade of D-)

Offered

Generally offered Spring Annually

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 302 Form and Analysis

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.

3

Prerequisites

(MUS 213 and MUS 214 with a minimum grade of D-)

Offered

Generally offered Fall Annually

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 303 Instrumentation

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.
2

Prerequisites

(MUS 215 and MUS 216 with a minimum grade of D-)

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 307 History of Instruments and Instrumental Practice

A historical study of the development of musical instruments and the performance practices associated with them.
3

Prerequisites

(MUS 215 and MUS 216 and MUS 243 and MUS 244 with a minimum grade of C-)

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required

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 or letter graded.
1- 4

Course Attribute

Variable Title Course

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required

MUS 310 General Music Pedagogy I

A comprehensive study of the teaching of music to students in elementary school general music classes. Clinical experiences required.

2

Prerequisites

(Completion of Applic for Initial Adm to PTEP) and (MUS 210 with a minimum grade of D-)

Offered

Generally offered Fall and/or Spring Annually

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 312 Instrumental Music Pedagogy

Examine materials, methods and procedures for teaching instrumental music. In-class presentations and clinical experience required.

2

Prerequisites

MUS 210 with a minimum grade of D-

Offered

Generally offered Fall Annually

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 313 Digital Composition

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.
2

Prerequisites

MUS 209 with a minimum grade of D-

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 314 Guitar Class

Learn to play guitar, including basic folk and classical techniques. Covers development of a guitar program in public school music curriculum.

1

Offered

Generally offered Fall and/or Spring Annually

Major/Minor Restriction

Include Music (and) Music Education Major(s)

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 315 General Music Pedagogy II

Building on MUS 310 General Music Pedagogy I, students will refine their teaching skills in general music settings.

2

Prerequisites

MUS 310 with a minimum grade of D-

Offered

Generally offered Fall and/or Spring Annually

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 319 Instrumental Techniques and Conducting

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.

2

Prerequisites

(Concurrent Prerequisite MUS 115 and Concurrent Prerequisite MUS 116 with a minimum grade of D-)

Offered

Generally offered Fall Annually

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 320 Band Pedagogy

Designed to continue conducting instruction begun in MUS 319 OR MUS 323, with emphasis on wind literature and rehearsal techniques appropriate for elementary through high school bands.

2

Prerequisites

(MUS 319 or MUS 323 with a minimum grade of D-)

Offered

Generally offered Spring Annually

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 323 Choral Techniques and Conducting

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.

2

Prerequisites

(Concurrent Prerequisite MUS 115 and Concurrent Prerequisite MUS 116 with a minimum grade of D-)

Offered

Generally offered Fall Annually

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 324 Choral Pedagogy I

Continuation of MUS 323, refining conducting techniques. Examines materials, methods and procedures relevant to teaching vocal music in elementary and secondary schools.

2

Prerequisites

(MUS 323 with a minimum grade of D-) and (Completion of Applic for Full Adm to PTEP)

Offered

Generally offered Spring Annually

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 325 Choral Pedagogy II

Examine choral literature for use with elementary through high school choral organizations.

2

Prerequisites

(MUS 319 or MUS 323 with a minimum grade of D-)

Offered

Generally offered Spring Annually

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 327 Analysis of Jazz Styles

Study of jazz improvisation through the analysis of transcribed solos.
2

Prerequisites

MUS 223 with a minimum grade of D-

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required

MUS 328 Jazz Improvisation II

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.
2

Prerequisites

MUS 223 with a minimum grade of D-

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required

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.
2

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 330 String Class

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.

1

Offered

Generally offered Fall and/or Spring Annually

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 331 String Pedagogy

This course is designed to prepare prospective instrumental music teachers to work and teach in K-12 orchestral music classroom settings.

2

Prerequisites

(MUS 319 or MUS 323 with a minimum grade of D-) and (MUS 330 with a minimum grade of D- or other demonstrated experience playing string instruments)

Offered

Generally offered Spring Annually

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 332 Beyond Talent: Career Development for Musicians

This course will help prepare students for their professional careers by familiarizing them with a broad skill set necessary to succeed in the fast-changing music profession. Students will be guided to acquire the essential skills beyond musicianship by covering relevant topics through lectures, required reading, guest presentations, and the final project.
2

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required

MUS 334 Acting for Singers

Advanced instruction in the special needs of the singer/actor: staging of arias, improvisation, freeing the voice through movement.
2

Prerequisites

MUS 329 with a minimum grade of D-

Repeatable Status

Course may be repeated 1 time

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required

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.
2

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required

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.
2

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required

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.
2

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required

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.
1

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

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.
2

Prerequisites

MUS 209 with a minimum grade of D-

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 344 History of Jazz

An introductory study of the historical evolution of jazz music from its nineteenth-century precursors to the present.
2

Major/Minor Restriction

Include Music (and) Music Education Major(s)/Minor(s)

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required

MUS 345 Vocal Jazz Arranging

Study of arranging techniques for vocal jazz ensemble music in a broad range of styles and with varying voicing and instrumentation.
2

Prerequisites

MUS 346 with a minimum grade of C-

Program Restrictions

Include Music:Jazz Studies-BM and Music:Jazz Std Instrumental-BM

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 346 Arranging

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.

2

Prerequisites

(MUS 183 and MUS 262 with a minimum grade of D-)

Offered

Generally offered Fall Annually

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 347 Advanced Arranging

Discussion of common techniques used by great arrangers. Prepares students to write arrangements for large jazz ensemble and studio orchestra.
2

Prerequisites

MUS 346 with a minimum grade of D-

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 348 Accompanying and Coaching I

Acquaint students with necessary skills for collaborative performance through the study of listening, rhythm, sight reading, technique and 4-hand repertoire. Class performances required.

2

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required

MUS 349 Accompanying and Coaching II

Acquaint students with skills needed for collaborative performance through score reduction and discussion, listening and performance of song and instrumental literature. Class performances required.
2

Prerequisites

MUS 348 with a minimum grade of D-

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required

MUS 350 Afro-Caribbean and South American Music

Exploration and study of Afro-Caribbean and South American music. Investigation of stylistic elements of representative styles through reading, listening, and discussion. Examination of the influence of Caribbean and South American genres on music in the United States.

3

Offered

Generally offered Fall - Check with department/school for next offering

MUS 351 Music of Mexico and Central America

Historical survey of folkloric, popular, and classical music of Mexico and Central America. Listening and discussion will be central to gaining an understanding of the musical and cultural landscapes. This course will also explore the migration of styles and the influence various genres have had on music in the United States.

3

Offered

Generally offered Spring - Check with department/school for next offering

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.
2

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required

MUS 353 Piano Pedagogy II

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.
2

Prerequisites

MUS 352 with a minimum grade of D-

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required

MUS 354 Advanced Recording Techniques

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.
2

Prerequisites

(MUS 209 and MUS 343 with a minimum grade of D-)

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 356 Marching Band Pedagogy

Designed to develop the necessary skills and knowledge needed to organize, administer, plan and teach marching band shows. Clinical experience required.

2

Prerequisites

Completion of Applic for Full Adm to PTEP

Offered

Generally offered Fall Annually

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 357 Ensemble Participation

This course is designed as a performance opportunity for students placed in School of Music ensembles. S/U graded.

0

Special Notes

Consent of advisor required

Offered

Generally offered Fall and/or Spring Annually

Course Attribute

Variable Title Course

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

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.
1

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

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.
1

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

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.
1

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 363 Routes of Black Music

The historical, thematic and stylistic development of black music from ancient Africa to the present.
3

Mutually Exclusive Course

Credit allowed for only one of these courses: MUS 363 and AFS 360

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required

MUS 365 Percussion Class

Develop a teaching knowledge of percussion instruments and acquire playing skills for demonstration purposes. Each class includes discussion or pedagogical activities relevant to percussion teaching including hands-on experience playing instruments.

1

Offered

Generally offered Fall and/or Spring Annually

Major/Minor Restriction

Include Music Education Major(s)

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 366 Woodwind Class

This course addresses fundamental issues in playing and teaching woodwind instruments.

1

Offered

Generally offered Fall and/or Spring Annually

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 368 Brass Techniques I

Develop a teaching knowledge of the trumpet, trombone or other unfamiliar brass instruments as determined. Acquire sufficient playing skill for purposes of demonstration. Each class will include discussion or pedagogical activities relevant to brass teaching, as well as hands-on experience playing the instruments.
1

Major/Minor Restriction

Include Music Education Major(s)

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 369 Brass Techniques II

Develop and demonstrate a teaching knowledge of the brass instruments found in the US public schools. Acquire sufficient playing skill on the horn, euphonium, and tuba for the purposes of demonstration. Each class will include discussion or pedagogical activities relevant to brass teaching, as well as hands-on experience playing and teaching the instruments.
1

Prerequisites

MUS 368 with a minimum grade of D-

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 370 Brass Class

This course is designed as a blend of brass performance and pedagogy. It will help students develop techniques for playing three brass instruments (high and low brass) and techniques for teaching others how to play brass instruments.

1

Offered

Generally offered Fall and/or Spring Annually

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 392 Music Business Internship

Practical experience working in the music business. Internship proposal, progress report and final report required. S/U graded.
1- 3

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with a maximum of 3 credit hours

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required

MUS 401 Music Theory Review

Reviews tonal harmony, voice leading and analysis. Includes diatonic triads and seventh chords, modulation, chromatic harmonies and form analysis.
2

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 402 Aural Skills Review

Reviews rhythmic dictation, melodic and harmonic dictation using diatonic through chromatic harmony. Sight singing will use moveable do and conducting.
1

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 403 Acoustics of Music

Study of the physical properties of sound as compared with the psychoacoustical characteristics of perceived experience. Emphasis is placed on practical musical applications.
2

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 404 Jazz Pedagogy

An overview of literature, methodologies, and teaching strategies for the junior high/high school music educator. Hands-on experience with conducting and rehearsing literature appropriate to the age level.

2

Offered

Generally offered Spring Annually

Major/Minor Restriction

Include Music (and) Music Education Major(s)

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 405 Music Production

Musical genres change over time but the actual process of making a great recording remains the same. This course will give a solid knowledge of the role of the music producer from the creative standpoint of music production. Through the study of historical elements of music production and landmark recordings from the most successful and innovative producers, we will dissect the production process in a variety of musical genres from beginning to end. We will explore specific studio production techniques that can be applied across multiple musical styles and situations in the recording/production process.
2

Prerequisites

(MUS 343 and MUS 354 with a minimum grade of D-)

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 410 Vocal Pedagogy

An introduction to the science and teaching of singing. Study of the skeletal system, muscles involved in breathing and phonation, vocal acoustics, and learning theories, past and present.

2

Prerequisites

(Concurrent Prerequisite MUS 436 or Concurrent Prerequisite MUS 470 with a minimum grade of C-)

Offered

Generally offered Fall and/or Spring Annually

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 413 Contemporary and Culturally Responsive Music Pedagogy

This course is designed for students to study the role and nature of music courses in elementary and especially secondary schools through the context of culturally responsive pedagogical approaches to music education. These approaches include contemporary music ensemble construction, basic songwriting/recording, and the study of music and music pedagogy from non-dominant cultures. It expands upon our traditional framework of understanding of what it means to be a music educator, and what it means to be musically educated, and emphasizes current thought and future possibilities with regard to school music programs.

2

Prerequisites

Completion of Applic for Full Adm to PTEP

Offered

Generally offered Fall Annually

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 414 Transitional Capstone Course in Music Education

Capstone course to prepare students for student teaching though review of topics including assessment, lesson planning, classroom management, work sample preparation, and special needs students in the music classroom.

1

Prerequisites

Completion of Applic for Full Adm to PTEP

Offered

Generally offered Fall and/or Spring Annually

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 415 Keyboard Literature I

Sight reading at Level III or above required. The study of keyboard music from its earliest beginnings through the works of Frederic Chopin and Robert Schumann. Offered every other year.
2

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required

MUS 416 Keyboard Literature II

Sight reading at Level III or above required. Concentrate on keyboard works from Franz Liszt and Johannes Brahms through the Twentieth Century. Offered every other year.
2

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required

MUS 419 Latin Music Ensemble

Open to any student by audition. Rehearse and perform music in genres and styles from Mexico, Central America, South America, and the Caribbean. 

1

Offered

Generally offered Fall and/or Spring Annually

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 420 Jazz Guitar Ensemble

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.
1

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 421 Small Jazz Ensembles

Groups consist of a rhythm section plus 3 or 4 hours.
1

Course Attribute

Variable Title Course

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 422 Directed Studies in Music

Individualized investigation under the direct supervision of a faculty member. (Minimum of 37.5 clock hours required per credit hour.)
1- 4

Special Notes

Maximum concurrent enrollment is two times.

Course Attribute

Variable Title Course

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required

MUS 423 Body Mapping

Designed to help participants correct and refine their body map in order to sing and play music with healthy, efficient movement. This course will not provide information about technique but will give students the information they need to put their technique on a firm somatic foundation. S/U graded.

1

Prerequisites

One year of study in Music at the college level

Offered

Generally offered Fall and/or Spring Annually

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 424 Vocal Jazz Ensembles

Audition required. Each ensemble limited to 20 voices: 4 sopranos, 4 altos, 4 tenors, 4 baritones, 4 basses, plus rhythm section and horns. Open to any UNC student.
1

Course Attribute

Variable Title Course

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 425 Jazz Ensemble

Audition required. For brass, woodwind and rhythm players. Concentrate on jazz idiom music. Get thorough preparation for teaching at both secondary and college levels.
1

Course Attribute

Variable Title Course

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 426 Orchestral Excerpts

Emphasis is on professional level performance of standard orchestral literature.
1

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required

MUS 429 UNC Contemporary Music Ensemble

Our time, including modern masterpieces as well as commissioned works, in collaboration with composers whenever possible.
1

Course Attribute

Community Engaged Learning

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 430 Small Ensembles and Chamber Music

Small chamber groups that rehearse regularly and are coached by a faculty member.
1

Course Attribute

Variable Title Course

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 431 Music Lessons

Instruction in a secondary area: instrument, voice, or composition. One 30-minute individual lesson per week.
1

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Private Music Lesson Fee Required

MUS 435 Music Business – Industry Studies

This course provides students with knowledge and insight needed to enter the rapidly changing and complex music industry with a competitive edge. Provides detailed examination of topics such as music law and policy, music industry revenue streams, record music operations, music publishing, motion picture music, and current topics.

2

Prerequisites

MUS 251 with a minimum grade of D-

Offered

Generally offered Fall Annually

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 436 Continuing Individual Instruction in Jazz

Individual instruction on technique, performance practice, and literature of jazz music.

2

Offered

Generally offered Fall and/or Spring Annually

Major/Minor Restriction

Include Music (and) Music Education Major(s)/Minor(s)

Level Restriction

Exclude GR

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Private Music Lesson Fee Required

MUS 437 Music Business for the 21st Century Musician

Provides an understanding of the music industry and how to succeed within it. Through the lens of an entrepreneurial musician, this course examines topics such as music management, fan relations, contracts, brand organization and protection, marketing and self-promotion, fundraising for creative projects and more.

2

Prerequisites

MUS 251 with a minimum grade of D-

Offered

Generally offered Spring Even Years

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 439 Musical Styles in Film

This course will explore a wide variety of musical conventions, styles, and gestures used in film music through diverse methods of discovery. These may include but are not limited to guided student exploration of music from a range of film genres, analysis of both content and narrative context, and composition.

3

Offered

Generally offered Spring Annually

Level Restriction

Exclude GR

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 441 Standard Latin and Jazz Repertoire

Students will become familiar with the large body of compositions that comprise standard repertoire in Latin music and Jazz. Course will include the study of composers, melodies, lyrics, chord progressions and recordings. Students will also learn techniques for song memorization.

1

Offered

Generally offered Fall Annually

Major/Minor Restriction

Include Music (and) Music Education Major(s)

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required

MUS 443 Topics in Jazz History

A detailed study of the history of jazz music from its precursors to the present. Critical analysis of the common narrative of jazz history is informed by primary source readings, historical literature and contemporary research in issues of general jazz history.
2

Prerequisites

MUS 344 with a minimum grade of D-

Major/Minor Restriction

Include Music (and) Music Education Major(s)/Minor(s)

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required

MUS 444 English Diction

A course in the performance of English Song Literature with particular emphasis upon the problems of singing in one's own language.
1

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required

MUS 445 German Diction

A course in the performance of 19th and 20th century German art song, with particular emphasis upon style and diction.
1

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required

MUS 446 French Diction

A course in the performance of 19th and 20th century French art song, with particular emphasis upon style and diction.
1

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required

MUS 447 Italian Diction

A course in the performance of Italian art song and operatic repertoire, with particular emphasis upon style and diction.
1

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required

MUS 448 UNC Early Music Ensemble

UNC Early Music Ensemble performs pre-Classical Era music in a historically informed style, on period instruments whenever possible.
1

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 450 Seminar in Student Teaching for Music Educators

This seminar is designed to provide student teachers in music education with pertinent information and a support system that will aid them during their field experience. S/U graded.

1

Prerequisites

Completion of Application for Student Teaching

Offered

Generally offered Fall and/or Spring Annually

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required

MUS 453 UNC Alternative Styles Ensemble

The UNC Alternative Styles Ensemble will explore non-classical styles and performance techniques through regular rehearsals and performances.
1

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 456 UNC European Summer Opera Program

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.
1- 6

Course Attribute

Variable Title Course

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required

MUS 457 Applied Music

Instruction on technique, performance practice, and literature. One 50-minute individual lesson per week.
1

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Private Music Lesson Fee Required

MUS 458 Applied Music: Jazz

Instruction on technique, performance practice, and literature of jazz music. One 50-minute individual lesson per week.
1

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Private Music Lesson Fee Required

MUS 462 Mixing Styles: Concepts and Techniques

This is a project-based course in which the student will gain a thorough knowledge of the skills needed to mix a variety of contemporary recordings using industry-standard concepts, techniques, and technologies.

2

Prerequisites

MUS 354 with a minimum grade of D-

Offered

Generally offered Spring Odd Years

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 463 Studio Performance Class: Piano

Studio performance class is an integral component of applied study. Each music major will attend a regularly scheduled session with all the students in their major discipline. S/U graded.
0

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

MUS 464 Studio Performance Class: Brass or Percussion

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 their major discipline. S/U graded.
0

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

MUS 465 Individual Instruction in Collaborative Piano

In depth study of repertoire and refinement of skills for the collaborative pianist.
2

Special Notes

Consent of instructor required.

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Private Music Lesson Fee Required

MUS 466 Chamber Choir

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.
1

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 467 University Symphony Orchestra

Audition required. Comprised of the best string, wind, brass, and percussion players. Reads and performs standard orchestra repertoire. Performs on and off campus.
1

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 468 UNC Campus String Orchestra

This course is open to all bowed string instrument players on campus (violin, viola, cello, bass). Players are expected to have several years of experience in order to be successful with the required repertoire. Each semester the Orchestra will rehearse and prepare for concerts on campus and/or in the community. **String majors are expected to audition for the UNC Symphony Orchestra each year before enrolling in Campus Orchestra (on their primary instrument).
1

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 470 Continuing Individual Instruction in Voice

Instruction on technique, performance practice, and repertoire.

2

Offered

Generally offered Fall and/or Spring Annually

Major/Minor Restriction

Include Music (and) Music Education Major(s)/Minor(s)

Level Restriction

Exclude GR

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Private Music Lesson Fee Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 471 Continuing Individual Instruction in Piano

Instruction on technique, performance practice, and repertoire.

2

Offered

Generally offered Fall and/or Spring Annually

Major/Minor Restriction

Include Music (and) Music Education Major(s)/Minor(s)

Level Restriction

Exclude GR

Course Attribute

Variable Title Course

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Private Music Lesson Fee Required

MUS 472 Individual Instruction in Folk and Bluegrass

Individual instruction on technique, performance practice, and literature for performance majors.
2

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Private Music Lesson Fee Required

MUS 473 Continuing Individual Instruction in Strings

Instruction on technique, performance practice, and repertoire.

2

Offered

Generally offered Fall and/or Spring Annually

Major/Minor Restriction

Include Music (and) Music Education Major(s)/Minor(s)

Level Restriction

Exclude GR

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Private Music Lesson Fee Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 474 Continuing Individual Instruction in Woodwinds

Instruction on technique, performance practice, and repertoire.

2

Offered

Generally offered Fall and/or Spring Annually

Major/Minor Restriction

Include Music (and) Music Education Major(s)/Minor(s)

Level Restriction

Exclude GR

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition, Private Music Lesson Fee, and Course Fee Required

MUS 475 Continuing Individual Instruction in Brass

Instruction on technique, performance practice, and repertoire.

2

Offered

Generally offered Fall and/or Spring Annually

Major/Minor Restriction

Include Music (and) Music Education Major(s)/Minor(s)

Level Restriction

Exclude GR

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Private Music Lesson Fee Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 476 Continuing Individual Instruction in Percussion

Instruction in technique, performance practice, and repertoire.

2

Offered

Generally offered Fall and/or Spring Annually

Major/Minor Restriction

Include Music (and) Music Education Major(s)/Minor(s)

Level Restriction

Exclude GR

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Private Music Lesson Fee Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 477 Individual Instruction in Composition

Individual instruction in music composition for music composition majors.
2

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Private Music Lesson Fee Required

MUS 478 Continuing Individual Instruction in Harp or Guitar

Instruction on technique, performance practice, and repertoire.

2

Offered

Generally offered Fall and/or Spring Annually

Major/Minor Restriction

Include Music (and) Music Education Major(s)/Minor(s)

Level Restriction

Exclude GR

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Private Music Lesson Fee Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 480 Mixed Concert Choir

Audition required. Open to all students. Performs literature ranging from the classics to contemporary works. Performs concerts on and off campus.
1

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 481 Women's Glee Club

Audition required. Open to all female students. Performs on campus and joins with the Concert Choir in large masterworks with orchestra.
1

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 482 University Singers

The University Singers is open to all the university community and performs a wide variety of choral repertoire, from Renaissance motets to contemporary works.
1

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 483 Studio Performance Class: Voice

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 their major discipline. S/U graded.
0

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

MUS 484 Men's Glee Club

Audition required. Open to all male students. Performs on campus and in the community. Sings a wide variety of literature.
1

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 485 Performance in Opera Theatre

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.
1

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 486 Scene Studies in Opera

Audition required. Studying techniques of acting, singing, character analysis and stage deportment through the staging and performing of selected opera scenes and arias.
1

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 488 Concert Band

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.
1

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 490 Symphonic Band

Audition required. Performs literature drawn from contemporary and traditional repertoire.
1

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 491 Wind Ensemble

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.
1

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 492 Marching Band

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.
1

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

MUS 493 Studio Performance Class: Strings, Harp or Guitar

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 their major discipline. S/U graded.
0

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

MUS 494 Studio Performance Class: Woodwinds

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 their major discipline. S/U graded.
0

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

MUS 495 Special Topics in Music

Seminar covering performance, research, education, history and theory that are of concern to contemporary undergraduate student. Topics vary according to student interest and needs.
1- 4

Course Attribute

Variable Title Course

Repeatable Status

ST - Repeatable under different subtitles with no limits on the number of times it can be repeated

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required