Music

FOUNDATIONAL COURSES (100 Level)

MUS111 Class Piano I … 2 credits
This is the first of two courses in a beginning piano instruction sequence. Through group class instruction students are given a practical knowledge of the keyboard and an understanding of the tonal-rhythmic structure of music. Keyboard skills requisite for handling classroom music situations or for personal enjoyment of music are developed. (Offered every fall and spring. No prerequisite. Players with previous keyboard experience may be exempt by examination. Can serve as a prerequisite to MUS201 and ED446. Studio course.)

MUS112 Class Piano II … 2 credits
This is the second of two courses in a beginning piano instruction sequence. Through group class instruction students are given a practical knowledge of the keyboard and an understanding of the tonal-rhythmic structure of music. Keyboard skills requisite for handling classroom music situations or for personal enjoyment of music are developed. (Offered every fall and spring. No prerequisite. Players with previous keyboard experience may be exempt by examination. Can serve as a prerequisite to MUS201 and ED446. Studio course.)

MUS115 Beginning Guitar I … 1 credit
This course is designed for those with no knowledge of the instrument. Areas covered include tuning the guitar, strumming techniques, chords-two keys, and transposing. Open to all students. (Offered every fall and spring. No prerequisite. Players with previous guitar experience may be exempt by examination and move on to private guitar if desired or needed for program. Studio course.)

MUS116 Beginning Guitar II … 1 credit
This course is a continuation of Beginning Guitar I with additional chords in several more keys. This course is recommended for students desiring to study private guitar. (Offered every spring. Prerequisite: MUS115 Beginning Guitar I or consent of instructor. Studio course.)

MUS120 Music and Human Experience … 2 credits
Fine arts component of the general education curriculum. This course will explore the relationship between commonly held experiences and the expressive voice of the creative musical artist and will place music in the social/historical context which shapes the expressive spirit. (Offered every fall and spring, summers to be announced. No prerequisite. Can serve as a prerequisite to Music History.)

MUS161 Class Voice … 1 credit
Students will examine and personally develop the foundations of a healthy, efficient technique of singing. Activities to achieve this goal include vocal exercises practiced in and out of the classroom, solo singing for one's classmates, lectures and demonstrations by the instructor on vocal technique and the vocal mechanism, and related reading assignments. (Offered every semester. No prerequisite. Studio course.)

200 LEVEL COURSES

MUS201 Musicianship I … 4 credits
This course begins with a brief review of music fundamentals (scales, keys, intervals and triads) and continues with four-part harmonic writing, and basic analysis. Exercises in keyboard harmony, sight singing, and dictation are included in the course. (Offered every fall. Prerequisite: MUS101 or equivalent as determined by music placement test.)

MUS202 Musicianship II … 4 credits
Students continue to learn four-part harmonic writing, including the use of inversions and seventh chords. Exercises in analysis incorporate the study of melody, harmony, rhythm, texture, and form. Dictation, sight singing, and keyboard harmony are continued. (Offered every spring. Prerequisite: MUS201 or equivalent.)

MUS220 Topics in Music … 2 credits, repeatable
This subject of this course will vary each time it is offered. It is designed to be taken by any students who are interested in music. Various styles of music and the relations of music to different aspects of culture and history will be explored. (Offered every spring. No prerequisite.)

MUS261 Beginning Conducting … 2 credits
The goal of this introductory course is to begin to develop a clear and expressive conducting technique. Students will conduct in class frequently, videotaping their work and receiving immediate feedback and suggestions for improvement. Students will learn to conduct regular beat patterns, preparatory gestures, cues, cutoffs, deadbeats, fermatas, asymmetrical patterns, and subdivided gestures. Students will learn to make thoughtful decisions in varying their conducting pattern to show changes in dynamics, tempo, and articulation. Activities to strengthen the inner ear while conducting will also be included. Requirement: for Church Music and Music Education majors. (Offered every fall. Prerequisites: music reading ability, MUS201 and/or consent of instructor. Studio course.)

MUS267 Diction for Singers … 1 credit
This course is designed for the student who is interested in enhancing his or her vocal training by expanding one's knowledge of Italian and German diction and song repertoire. Emphasis is placed on the understanding and production of pronunciation. Voice students and music majors, particularly those in the choral and church music tracks, will want to register for this course. (Offered odd falls. Prerequisite: 2 semesters of MUS860 - Private Voice or consent of instructor. Studio course.)

MUS267 Diction for Singers … 1 credit
This course is designed for the student who is interested in enhancing his or her vocal training by expanding one's knowledge of Italian and German diction and song repertoire. Emphasis is placed on the understanding and production of pronunciation. Voice students and music majors, particularly those in the choral and church music tracks, will want to register for this course. (Offered odd falls. Prerequisite: 2 semesters of MUS860 - Private Voice or consent of instructor. Studio course.)

300 LEVEL COURSES

MUS301 Musicianship III … 4 credits
Students learn to write in the contrapuntal style of the 18th century. Chromatic harmonies and a study of classical period forms are also included in the course. Dictation, sight-singing, and keyboard harmony are continued. (Offered every fall. Prerequisite: MUS202 or equivalent.)

MUS302 Musicianship IV … 4 credits
Students explore the new directions composers have taken in the 20th century and compose their own pieces in various contemporary styles. Keyboard harmony, dictation, and sight-singing are continued. (Offered every spring. Prerequisite: MUS301.)

MUS321 Music History I … 3 credits
This course includes the ancient, medieval and renaissance periods of Western music, adding a worldwide perspective by introducing the relationships between medieval music and the music of Jewish and Islamic cultures. (Offered fall 2004, spring 2006, fall 2007, spring 2009, etc. Prerequisites: MUS120 or FPA112, MUS201.)

MUS322 Music History II … 3 credits
This course explores the baroque and classical periods of Western music World music perspectives are developed through explorations of traditional African-American and Latin American music. (Offered spring 2005, fall 2006, spring 2008, fall 2009, etc. Prerequisites: MUS120 or FPA 112, MUS201. MUS321 is preferred, but not required.)

MUS323 Music History III … 3 credits
This course explores romanticism, post-romanticism and new movements in Western music, including avante garde styles. World music perspectives are developed through introductory explorations of traditional Sub-Saharan African music and high Asian cultural and folk music. (Offered fall 2005, spring 2007, fall 2008, spring 2010, etc. Prerequisites: MUS120 or FPA 112, MUS201. MUS321 and MUS322 are preferred, but not required.)

MUS356 K-12 General Music Teaching Methods … 4 credits
This course will deal with the planning and implementation of instruction in the non-performance-based music class from kindergarten to the senior high school levels. Students will examine curriculum, textbooks and teaching materials available for these classes. The National Standards for Arts Education receive special attention in relation to planning a spiral curriculum. A strong emphasis is placed on unit and lesson planning. The course is required for all Music Teaching Majors. (Offered even falls. Prerequisites: music reading ability, MUS120 and/or consent of instructor.)

MUS360 String Techniques & Pedagogy … 1 credit
This course acquaints students with the techniques and challenges of playing and teaching stringed instruments. (Offered even falls. Prerequisite: music reading ability. Studio course.)

MUS361 Woodwind Techniques & Pedagogy … 1 credit
This course acquaints students with the techniques and challenges of playing and teaching woodwind instruments. (Offered even falls. Prerequisite: music reading ability. Studio course.)

MUS362 Brass Techniques & Pedagogy … 1 credit
This course acquaints students with the techniques and challenges of playing and teaching brass instruments. (Offered odd falls. Prerequisite: music reading ability. Studio course.)

MUS363 Piano Pedagogy … 1 credit
As an introduction to the various techniques related to the teaching of piano, students are exposed to and explore piano instructional materials and methodology. Practical experience is gained through observation, teacher interviews, and evaluation of pedagogical materials. (Offered even springs. Prerequisite: MUS840 or other previous private piano study.)

MUS364 Handbell Techniques & Pedagogy … 1 credit
Through participation in ensemble handbell ringing, students are given practical study of handbell techniques, score preparation, and pedagogy. (Offered even falls. Prerequisite: music reading ability. Studio course.)

MUS365 Electronic Instruments Techniques & Pedagogy … 2 credits
This course introduces students to a range of computer-based music technologies. Extensive work is done with the music notation/MIDI program, Finale. Students will also explore using pre-set patches, sequencing, and creating new synthesized sounds. CD ROM programs for music history, music education, music theory, and ear-training will also be explored. Students will be expected to log lab hours in the music technology studio. This course is an elective in all music majors, minors, and emphases. (Offered every fall and spring. Prerequisites: music reading ability, computer literacy. Studio course.)

MUS366 Vocal Techniques & Pedagogy … 1 credit
This course is designed for advanced singers who wish to gain techniques and practice in teaching vocal technique, both in working with individual voice lessons and with choral groups. This course is required for the vocal tracks of the director of parish music (DPM) program and the music teaching major. Activities include leading warm-ups and teaching peer voice lessons. (Offered even falls. Prerequisites: private voice study and consent of instructor. Studio course.)

MUS367 Percussion Techniques & Pedagogy … 1 credit
This course acquaints students with the techniques and challenges of teaching and playing percussion instruments. (Offered odd falls. Prerequisite: music reading ability. Studio course.)

MUS368 Jazz Improvisation … 1 credit
Students will explore concepts used in jazz improvisation. (Offered odd falls. Prerequisites: A workable knowledge of scales, chords, chord progressions, sight-reading, and a familiarity with the musical vocabulary. Studio course.)

MUS369 Art of Accompanying … 1 credit
This course is designed as a practice and provides students with the skills necessary to become artistic and capable accompanists. Areas explored include vocal, instrumental, and choral accompanying. (Offered odd falls. Prerequisite: MUS840 or other previous private piano study. Studio course.)

400 LEVEL COURSES

MUS424 Keyboard Literature … 2 credits
A survey of keyboard instruments, literature and styles from 1600 to the present, excluding that which relates directly to the organ. (Offered odd springs. Prerequisites: MUS120, MUS840 or other previous private piano study.)

MUS425 Choral Literature … 2 credits
A study of the choral literature from the Renaissance through the 20th century (including global choral music) forms the material for this course. Choral composers and representative compositions from each era are studied. The historical perspective on choral music is discussed and a filing card reference library developed. (Offered odd falls. Prerequisites: MUS120, MUS202 or consent of instructor.)

MUS426 Instrumental Literature … 2 credits
Instrumental literature will emphasize literature for school-aged groups. Instrumental composers and compositions are studied through lecture, listening, reading, and student presentations. Students also develop a level II and III, four-year curriculum for band and orchestra. Teaching strategies based on the National Standards for Arts Education will also be discussed. (Offered even falls. Prerequisites: MUS120, MUS202 or consent of instructor.)

MUS427 Organ Literature … 2 credits
This course surveys organ literature of various historical, national, and stylistic types. Historical organ design, performance practice and aesthetics are emphasized. (Offered even falls.)

MUS430 History of Sacred Music … 4 credits
An examination of the practice and theology involved in the music of the church enables students to evaluate music in relationship to worship. (Offered even springs. Prerequisite: MUS321 or MUS322.)

MUS431 Congregational Song … 4 credits
Students examine the theology and history of congregational song, including psalms, liturgical chants, canticles, Latin and Greek hymnody, the Lutheran chorale, the English hymn, and contemporary sacred songs. (Offered odd springs. Prerequisite: MUS120.)

MUS439 Parish Music Field Experience … 2 credits
This course offers experiences in parish music under the supervision of a cooperating parish musician. Activities include directing choirs, leading and accompanying congregational singing, performing attendant music, working with instrumentalists and cantors, planning worship, and composing practical service music. (Offered on demand. Prerequisite: approval of Music Department.)

MUS440 Church Organist … 2 credits
This course examines the role of the organist in Lutheran worship and seeks to prepare organists to provide effective leadership of hymns and liturgy. (Offered even springs. Prerequisite: 4 semesters of MUS850 - Private Organ Study or consent of instructor. Studio course.)

MUS441 Organ Improvisation … 2 credits
In this course, students are challenged to introduce a greater degree of creativity into their service playing, to develop keyboard skills necessary for improvisation and to practice basic procedures for improvising chorale preludes and intonations. (Offered odd falls. Prerequisites: 2 semesters of MUS850 - Private Organ Study, MUS202. Studio course.)

MUS444 Instrumental Arranging … 1 credit
Instrumental arranging focuses on the practical aspects of scoring and is approached in terms of understanding how composers have traditionally written for instrument(s) and ensembles. (Offered even springs. Prerequisites: MUS201, current or previous enrollment in MUS202.)

MUS445 Choral Arranging … 1 credit
This course is designed for the musician wishing to make effective settings for choral groups. (Offered odd springs. Prerequisites: MUS301, current or previous enrollment in MUS302.)

MUS456 Choral Conducting and Methods … 2 credits
This advanced conducting course will apply and develop the skills gained in MUS261, focusing on leading choirs. Topics will include literature selection/programming for various school and church choirs, choral score study, audition procedures, seating formations, rehearsal planning and execution, working to develop vocal quality and musicianship in rehearsals and administration of church and school choral programs. A major component of the course will be the preparation and conducting of a public choral ensemble performance. Requirement for Vocal Music Education majors and Church Music majors-choral track. (Offered every spring. Prerequisite: MUS261. Studio course.)

MUS457 Instrumental Conducting & Methods … 2 credits
Rehearsal techniques, transcriptions, performance practices and score study of standard concert band and jazz ensemble repertoire will be presented. The organization and management of an instrumental program will be covered. A major component of the course will be the preparation and conducting of a public instrumental ensemble performance. Requirement for Instrumental Music Education majors. (Offered every spring. Prerequisite: MUS261. Studio course.)

MUS488 Independent Study in Music … TBD credits
Topic and course of study determined in consultation with instructor. (Offered on demand. Prerequisite: consent of instructor.)

MUS492 Senior Project: Composition Recital … 2 credits
The student is challenged to compose a major piece or group of pieces. Students are challenged to begin to develop a personal language, one that gives evidence of skill, imagination and originality and that communicates effectively to an audience. This project is the capstone experience for the Music Major in the Music Theory/Composition track. As part of this capstone, students will submit a written essay describing how the experience implemented and was supported by the Framework for Learning. (Offered on demand. Prerequisites: 2 semesters of MUS890, 1 semester of MUS990.) Honors lesson fee applies.

MUS493 Senior Project: Thesis … 2 credits
The student will research a musicological topic, write a documented thesis and present their research in a public lecture/demonstration. This project is the capstone experience for the Music Major in the Music History/Literature track. As part of this capstone, students will submit a written essay describing how the experience implemented and was supported by the Framework for Learning. (Offered on demand. Prerequisites: MUS321, MUS322 and consent of instructor.) Honors Lesson fee applies.

MUS494 Senior Project: Conducting Recital … 2 credits
The student will conduct a public recital of an instrumental and/or vocal ensemble for which they have selected literature, prepared scores, rehearsed the ensemble, and prepared a program. The conducting experience may involve regularly scheduled university ensembles and student organized ensembles. This project is done with the supervision of the appropriate faculty conducting teacher. This is an option for the capstone experience for the Music Major in the Applied Music track. As part of this capstone, students will submit a written essay describing how the experience implemented and was supported by the Framework for Learning. (Offered on demand. Prerequisites: MUS456 or MUS457 and consent of instructor.) Honors Lesson fee applies.

MUS495 Senior Project: Solo Recital … 2 credits
The student will present a public recital on their primary instrument, building on private lesson study over several semesters. This project is done with the supervision of the student's primary applied teacher. This is the capstone experience for the Music Major in the Applied Music track. As part of this capstone, students will submit a written essay describing how the experience implemented and was supported by the Framework for Learning. (Offered on demand. Prerequisites: MUS9xx and consent of instructor.) Honors Lesson fee applies.

MUS495 Senior Project: Solo Recital … 2 credits
The student will present a public recital on their primary instrument, building on private lesson study over several semesters. This project is done with the supervision of the student's primary applied teacher. This is the capstone experience for the Music Major in the Applied Music track. As part of this capstone, students will submit a written essay describing how the experience implemented and was supported by the Framework for Learning. (Offered on demand. Prerequisites: MUS9xx and consent of instructor.) Honors Lesson fee applies.

700 LEVEL COURSES (Music ensembles)

MUS712 Shades of Harmony Multicultural Choir … 0-1 credit per semester, repeatable
The multicultural choir consists of students and staff from varying races, cultures and backgrounds who are interested in learning about, experiencing and singing African-American gospel music and spirituals. Gospel music has an improvisational dimension to it and the choir typically learns new music by rote, although music may be provided for choir members. In addition to the choral rehearsals, there will be periodic discussions of the historical aspects of the music, and the social atmosphere that brought the songs to life. The choir will occasionally sing for chapel, but will also perform at local area churches, and is expected to expand its performance territory. Any student, staff or faculty member can register or volunteer for the choir. (No auditions are required.)

MUS713 Jubilate … 0-2 credits per semester, repeatable
This choir regularly provides music for chapel worship. Special projects include the Fine Arts Christmas Concert and choral worship services throughout the year. While full-year membership is desired, students may audition to enter the choir at semester breaks. Jubilate is an excellent ensemble for students who wish to sing but are involved in other touring ensembles or will be off-campus part of the year as student teachers or interns. (Offered every fall and spring. Prerequisite: choral audition for placement by instructor.)

MUS714 Christus Chorus … 0-2 credits per semester, repeatable
This group presents major choral works in a series of concerts, including the Fine Arts Christmas and Concert. Weekend tours/retreats and an extended annual spring tour are part of the schedule. Trips abroad are planned occasionally. Auditions are held at the beginning and end of each academic year. Full-year membership is required. (Offered every fall and spring. Prerequisite: choral audition for placement by instructor.)

MUS715 Chamber Choir … 0-1 credit
This is an auditioned mixed choir of 8-16 advanced singers conducted by a faculty member. The Chamber Choir will focus on secular art music from the Renaissance to the present, possibly including vocal jazz. (Audition with the instructor and concurrent membership in MUS713 or MUS714.)

MUS716 Opera Workshop … 0-2 credits, repeatable
Exploration of operatic singing, character development, and basic stage movement through workshop activities, class play, and assigned operatic scenes. Open to sophomores, juniors, and seniors. Must also be enrolled in MUS860 or MUS960. (Previous voice study is expected.)

MUS720 Concert Band … 0-2 credits per semester, repeatable
Concert Band and chamber groups drawn from the full band perform works drawn from worldwide genres. Performances include on and off campus worship services, fall and spring concerts, Christmas concert, and Commencement exercise. The Concert Band schedule includes weekend tours with a semi-annual extended tour usually in the spring semester. (Offered every fall and spring. Prerequisite: instrumental audition.)

MUS730 Chamber Ensemble … 0-1 credit per semester, repeatable
The chamber music ensemble is open, by audition, to players of keyboard, wind and string instruments. The group performs and collaborates with vocal soloists and choral groups. The ensemble prepares music for chapel worship, Monday recitals and concerts throughout the year. Rehearsal schedules are coordinated so that ensemble members may belong to other music organizations on campus. (Offered every fall and spring. Prerequisite: instrumental audition for placement by instructor.)

MUS739 Beginning Handbells … 0-1 credit per semester, repeatable
This course is open to any student with limited or no handbell experience. It teaches basic handbell ringing techniques. Members of this class will participate in performances with the handbell ensemble. (Prerequisite: some music reading ability.)

MUS740 Handbell Ensemble … 0-1 credit per semester, repeatable
This ensemble is open to any student with handbell experience or sufficient music reading ability. It will perform both on campus for chapel services and the Fine Arts Christmas Concert as well as for area congregations. Members of this ensemble may also belong to other music organizations on campus. (Offered every fall and spring. Prerequisites: music reading ability, audition for placement by instructor.)

MUS750 Jazz Ensemble … 0-1 credit per semester, repeatable
Jazz Ensemble and jazz combos drawn from the full band, perform works drawn from various jazz styles. Performances include on and off campus fall and spring concerts. The Jazz Ensemble schedule includes weekend tours with a semi-annual extended tour usually in the spring semester. (Offered every fall and spring. Prerequisite: instrumental audition.)

MUS760 Percussion Ensemble … 0-1 credit, repeatable
The Percussion Ensemble is open to all students and is designed to develop mastery of various percussion instruments. Students will develop and refine percussion techniques through the rehearsal and performance of standard percussion ensemble repertoire.

MUS770 Woodwind Ensemble … 0-1 credit, repeatable
Ensembles are open to all levels of woodwind students. Woodwind ensemble is designed to develop each individual's small ensemble playing. Performances include on and off campus concerts, worship services, fall and spring concerts.

MUS772 Flute Ensemble … 0-1 credit, repeatable
Ensembles are open to all levels of flute students. Flute ensemble is designed to develop each individual's small ensemble playing. Performances include on and off campus concerts, worship services, fall and spring concerts.

MUS774 Clarinet Ensemble … 0-1 credit, repeatable
Ensembles are open to all levels of clarinet students. Clarinet ensemble is designed to develop each individual's small ensemble playing. Performances include on and off campus concerts, worship services, fall and spring concerts

MUS776 Saxophone Ensemble … 0-1 credit, repeatable
Ensembles are open to all levels of saxophone students. Saxophone ensemble is designed to develop each individual's small ensemble playing. Performances include on and off campus concerts, worship services, fall and spring concerts

MUS778 Brass Ensemble … 0-1 credit, repeatable
Ensembles are open to all levels of brass students. Brass ensemble is designed to develop each individual's small ensemble playing. Performances include on and off campus concerts, worship services, fall and spring concerts

MUS780 Guitar Ensemble … 0-1 credit, repeatable
Open to intermediate and advanced guitarists, the players will learn and perform duets, trios, quartets, etc. in styles ranging from classical to jazz to blues to reggae. (Prerequisite: audition by instructor.)

MUS782 Chapel Band … 0-1 credit, repeatable
Open to singers and instrumentalists by audition. The ensemble performs a variety of praise, prayer and ethnic worship music for chapel in contemporary music idioms. Planning and leading a full chapel service is a feature of the group's activities. (Prerequisite: audition by instructor.)

MUS784 Vocal Ensemble … 0-1 credit, repeatable
Singers may form a small vocal ensemble (men's, women's, or mixed) to rehearse and perform vocal chamber music. Groups may perform in recital, chapel, or off campus. (Prerequisite: Concurrent membership in MUS713 or MUS714

MUS786 Jazz Combo … 0-1 credit, repeatable
This small ensemble is for solo players in the jazz idiom. It builds on the experience gained from the Jazz Ensemble. Improvisation is a major component of the group's performance. (Prerequisite: Approval of instructor)

800 LEVEL COURSES: (private lessons)

1 credit each, repeatable. Meets 1/2 hour per week. May not be taken pass/no pass. These courses may be repeated with credit. Individual lessons on the standard orchestral and band instruments and voice stress proper tone production, phrasing and style. Special techniques unique to the instrument are studied. Material covered includes standard works for the instrument. Voice instruction includes studio class. Private lessons are also available for composition. (Offered every semester. Prerequisites: approval and placement by instructor. Private lesson fee.)

MUS800 Violin
MUS801 Viola
MUS802 Cello
MUS803 String Bass
MUS810 Flute
MUS811 Oboe/English Horn
MUS812 Clarinet
MUS813 Saxophone
MUS814 Bassoon
MUS815 Recorder
MUS820 Trumpet
MUS821 Trombone
MUS822 French Horn
MUS823 Tuba
MUS824 Euphonium
MUS830 Percussion
MUS840 Piano
MUS841 Harpsichord
MUS850 Organ
MUS860 Voice
MUS870 Guitar
MUS890 Composition (Prerequisite: MUS202)

900 LEVEL COURSES (Honors private lessons)

2 credits each, repeatable. Meets 1 hour per week. May not be taken pass/no pass. Each of the above 800 level individual lessons may be taken as weekly one-hour lessons with the instructors approval. Honors lessons may be taken in conjunction with recital preparation. Private lessons are also available for composition. (Offered every semester. Prerequisites: music reading ability, previous study at the 800 level and/or approval and placement by instructor. Private lesson fee.)

MUS900 Violin
MUS901 Viola
MUS902 Cello
MUS903 String Bass
MUS910 Flute
MUS911 Oboe/English Horn
MUS912 Clarinet
MUS913 Saxophone
MUS914 Bassoon
MUS915 Recorder
MUS920 Trumpet
MUS921 Trombone
MUS922 French Horn
MUS923 Tuba
MUS924 Euphonium
MUS930 Percussion
MUS940 Piano
MUS941 Harpsichord
MUS950 Organ
MUS960 Voice
MUS970 Guitar
MUS990 Composition (Prerequisite: MUS202)