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MULS 412 - Applied Major Instruction – Instrumental
Private instruction in instrumental area. Requirements include a year-end graded examination by a jury. Formerly MU 492B
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: MULS 411 Open to Instrumental Performance majors only.
Credits: 3 cr, 1 hr
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MULS 421 - Applied Major Instruction – Voice
Private instruction in voice. Requirements include a year-end graded examination by a jury. Formerly MU 491A
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: MULS 322 Open to Voice majors only.
Credits: 3 cr, 1 hr
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MULS 422 - Applied Major Instruction – Voice
Private instruction in voice. Requirements include a year-end graded examination by a jury. Formerly MU 491B
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: MULS 421 Open to Voice majors only.
Credits: 3 cr, 1 hr
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MULS 431 - Applied Major Instruction – Composition
Private instruction in composition. Requirements include a year-end graded examination by a jury. Formerly MU 493A
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: MULS 332 Open to Composition majors only.
Credits: 3 cr, 1 hr
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MULS 432 - Applied Major Instruction – Composition
Private instruction in composition. Requirements include a year-end graded examination by a jury. Formerly MU 493B
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: MULS 431 Open to Composition majors only.
Credits: 3 cr, 1 hr
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MULS 641 - Applied Major Instruction – Graduate
Private instruction in instrumental, vocal, and composition areas. Formerly MU 592A
Prerequisites & Notes
Open to Masters in Jazz Studies only.
Credits: 3 cr, 1 hr
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MULS 642 - Applied Major Instruction – Graduate
Private instruction in instrumental, vocal, and composition areas. Formerly MU 592B
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: MULS 641 Open to Masters in Jazz Studies only.
Credits: 3 cr, 1 hr
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MUNM 101 - Applied Instruction Non-Majors
Private instruction in all instrumental, vocal, and composition areas. Formerly MU 190A
Prerequisites & Notes
Repeatable for credit.
Credits: 1.5 cr, 0.5 hrs
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MUNM 102 - Applied Instruction Non-Majors
Private instruction in all instrumental, vocal, and composition areas. Formerly MU 190B
Prerequisites & Notes
Repeatable for credit.
Credits: 1.5 cr, 0.5 hrs
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MUNM 111 - Guitar Class for Non-Majors I
One-hour class of guitar instruction in contemporary guitar. Course covers basic technique including fingering, scales, chords, and chord melodies. Not open to music majors specializing in guitar. Formerly MU 123A
Prerequisites & Notes
May be taken twice for credit.
Credits: 1 cr, 1 hr
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MUNM 112 - Guitar Class for Non-Majors II
One-hour class of guitar instruction in contemporary guitar. Course covers basic technique including fingering, scales, chords, and chord melodies. Not open to music majors specializing in guitar. Formerly MU 123B
Prerequisites & Notes
May be taken twice for credit.
Credits: 1 cr, 1 hr
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MUNM 113 - Drum Class for Non-Majors
Drum set instruction in basic technique and contemporary styles including rock, jazz, and Brazilian. Not open to Music majors specializing in percussion. Formerly MU 124A
Prerequisites & Notes
May be taken twice for credit.
Credits: 1 cr, 1 hr
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MUNM 114 - Drum Class for Non-Majors
Drum set instruction in basic technique and contemporary styles including rock, jazz, and Brazilian. Not open to Music majors specializing in percussion. Formerly MU 124B
Prerequisites & Notes
May be taken twice for credit.
Credits: 1 cr, 1 hr
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MUNM 115 - Brass Class for Non-Majors
Designed for students with little or no experience or formal training. Students learn basic breathing, embouchures, and reading techniques. Not open to Music majors specializing in brass. Formerly MU 125A
Prerequisites & Notes
May be taken twice for credit.
Credits: 1 cr, 1 hr
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MUNM 116 - Brass Class for Non-Majors
Designed for students with little or no experience or formal training. Students learn basic breathing, embouchures, and reading techniques. Not open to Music majors specializing in brass. Formerly MU 125B
Prerequisites & Notes
May be taken twice for credit.
Credits: 1 cr, 1 hr
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MUNM 117 - Saxophone Class for Non-Majors
Introductory class in saxophone techniques, embrouchure, sound production, breathing, fingering, and literature. Not open to Music majors specializing in saxophone. Formerly MU 126A
Prerequisites & Notes
May be taken twice for credit.
Credits: 1 cr, 1 hr
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MUNM 118 - Saxophone Class for Non-Majors
Introductory class in saxophone techniques, embrouchure, sound production, breathing, fingering, and literature. Not open to Music majors specializing in saxophone. Formerly MU 126B
Prerequisites & Notes
May be taken twice for credit.
Credits: 1 cr, 1 hr
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MUNM 121 - Flute Class for Non-Majors
Provides the student with a solid introduction to tone and technique development and repertoire for the flute. Not open to Music majors specializing in flute. Formerly MU 127A
Prerequisites & Notes
May be taken twice for credit.
Credits: 1 cr, 1 hr
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MUNM 122 - Flute Class for Non-Majors
Provides the student with a solid introduction to tone and technique development and repertoire for the flute. Not open to Music majors specializing in flute. Formerly MU 127B
Prerequisites & Notes
May be taken twice for credit.
Credits: 1 cr, 1 hr
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MUNM 123 - Piano Class for Non-Majors
One-hour class of piano instruction in traditional beginning piano. Coursework includes basic technique including scales, chords, and chord melodies. Formerly MU 130A
Prerequisites & Notes
Not open to Music majors specializing in piano. May be taken twice for credit.
Credits: 1 cr, 1 hr
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MUNM 124 - Piano Class for Non-Majors
One-hour class of piano instruction in traditional beginning piano. Coursework includes basic technique including scales, chords, and chord melodies. Formerly MU 130B
Prerequisites & Notes
Not open to Music majors specializing in piano. May be taken twice for credit.
Credits: 1 cr, 1 hr
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MUNM 131 - Composition for Non-Majors
Students develop basic skills in various aspects of composition, including form, melody, harmony, rhythm, color, texture, notation, improvisation, and orchestration. Formerly MU 111A
Prerequisites & Notes
Not open to Composition majors. May be taken twice for credit.
Credits: 1 cr, 1 hr
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MUNM 132 - Composition for Non-Majors
Students develop basic skills in various aspects of composition, including form, melody, harmony, rhythm, color, texture, notation, improvisation, and orchestration. Formerly MU 111B
Prerequisites & Notes
Not open to Composition majors. May be taken twice for credit.
Credits: 1 cr, 1 hr
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MUNM 141 - Voice Class for Non-Majors
One-hour class of voice instruction in the classical training of voice. Course covers proper technique of breathing, support, focus of tone, production of clear, vocal line, and some musical interpretation of literature. Formerly MU 141A
Prerequisites & Notes
Not open to Voice majors. May be taken twice for credit.
Credits: 1 cr, 1 hr
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MUNM 142 - Voice Class for Non-Majors
One-hour class of voice instruction in the classical training of voice. Course covers proper technique of breathing, support, focus of tone, production of clear, vocal line, and some musical interpretation of literature. Formerly MU 141B
Prerequisites & Notes
Not open to Voice majors. May be taken twice for credit.
Credits: 1 cr, 1 hr
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MUNM 301 - Vocal Technique & Coaching I
Designed to provide training to non-vocal majors, this is the first course in a three-course sequence introducing students to fundamentals of good vocal technique, proper breathing, vocal anatomy, and performance practice including interpretation for the musical theater stage.
Prerequisites & Notes
Open to students enrolled in the Musical Theater Minor. Not open to majors in the School of Music.
Credits: 1 cr, 1 hr
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MUNM 302 - Vocal Technique & Coaching II
Designed to provide training to non-vocal majors, this is the second course in a three-course sequence introducing students to fundamentals of good vocal technique, proper breathing, vocal anatomy, and performance practice including interpretation for the musical theater stage.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: MUNM 301 w/ grade of B or better. Only open to students enrolled in Musical Theater Minor
Credits: 1 cr, 1 hr
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MUNM 304 - Vocal Technique & Coaching III
Designed to provide training to non-vocal majors, this is the last course in a three-course sequence introducing students to fundamentals of good vocal technique, proper breathing, vocal anatomy, and performance practice including interpretation for the musical theater stage.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: MUNM 302 w/ grade of B or better. Open to students enrolled in the Musical Theater minor only.
Credits: 1 cr, 1 hr
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MUNM 311 - Musical Theater Tech I
The course provides a vehicle for Music, Acting, Applied Theater Arts, and Dance performance majors not majoring in Musical Theater to hone skills in musical theater technique through instruction in: onstage performance technique for scenes, monologues, duets and solos drawn from the musical theater repertoire. Cross training in dance, voice, and acting are emphasized.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: MUNM 302 or THST 380 Open to students enrolled in the Musical Theater minor only.
Credits: 2 cr, 4 hrs
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MUNM 312 - Musical Theater Tech II
The course provides a vehicle for Music, Acting, Applied Theater Arts, and Dance performance majors not majoring in Musical Theater to hone skills in musical theater technique through instruction in: onstage performance technique for scenes, monologues, duets and solos drawn from the musical theater repertoire. Cross training in dance, voice, and acting are emphasized.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: MUNM 311 w/ grade of B or better Open to students enrolled in the Musical Theater minor only.
Credits: 2 cr, 4 hrs
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MUNM 410 - Musical Theater Tech III
The course provides a vehicle for Music, Acting, Applied Theater Arts, and Dance performance majors not majoring in Musical Theater to hone skills in musical theater technique through instruction in: onstage performance technique for scenes, monologues, duets and solos drawn from the musical theater repertoire. Cross training in dance, voice, and acting are emphasized.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: MUNM 312 w/ grade of B or better. Open to students enrolled in the Musical Theater minor only.
Credits: 2 cr, 4 hrs
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MUPF 121 - Styles and Diction
Required of all vocal majors. Students practice English and Italian diction, and perform for faculty and guests in a variety of musical styles. Formerly MU 139
Prerequisites & Notes
Open to Voice majors only.
Credits: 1 cr, 1 hr
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MUPF 122 - Styles and Diction
Required of all vocal majors. Students practice English and Italian diction, and perform for faculty and guests in a variety of musical styles. Formerly MU 140
Prerequisites & Notes
Open to Voice majors only.
Credits: 1 cr, 1 hr
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MUPF 130 - Major Workshop
Students, grouped by major, learn and practice aspects of instrumental performance including technique, literature, sight-reading, and improvisation. Students perform individually and in groups. Formerly MU 100
Prerequisites & Notes
Open to majors in the School of Music only.
Credits: 1 cr, 1 hr
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MUPF 135 - First Wednesday
Monthly convocation of all music majors where student, faculty, and guest performances, lectures, demonstrations, and master classes take place, and school and university announcements and bulletins are given.
Prerequisites & Notes
Open to majors in the School of Music only.
Credits: 0 cr, 0 hrs
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MUPF 331 - Advanced Rhythmic Skills
A skills-based class intended to advance the student’s rhythmic understanding and performance abilities as applied to solo and sectional playing and singing, improvisation, reading, arranging, transcribing, and composing. Subject matter is derived from and applies to contemporary American and Latin art and popular music. Formerly MU 309
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisites: MUSC 204, MUSC 206, MUSC 232 Open to majors in the School of Music only.
Credits: 1 cr, 1.5 hrs
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MUPF 333 - Vocal Workshop
An exit-level course for vocal majors that prepares students for the musical, career, and performance practices they will encounter in the competitive professional marketplace. Class includes lectures by guest singers, composers, opera and musical directors, vocal coaches, and record producers. Formerly MU 441A
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: MULS 222 Open to Voice majors only.
Credits: 1 cr, 1 hr
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MUPF 334 - Vocal Workshop
An exit-level course for vocal majors that prepares students for the musical, career, and performance practices they will encounter in the competitive professional marketplace. Class includes lectures by guest singers, composers, opera and musical directors, vocal coaches, and record producers. Formerly MU 441B
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: MULS 222 Open to Voice majors only.
Credits: 1 cr, 1 hr
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MUPF 351 - Vocal Literature
The purpose of the course is to develop a greater knowledge of the vocal literature of all periods. Formerly MU 346A
Credits: 1 cr, 1 hr
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MUPF 352 - Vocal Literature
The purpose of the course is to develop a greater knowledge of the vocal literature of all periods. Formerly MU 346B
Credits: 1 cr, 1 hr
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MUPF 381 - Voice Pedagogy
An in-depth study of the anatomy and physiology of the voice; its structure and function. The study and evaluation of various pedagogical theories of voice training. Formerly MU 342A
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: MULS 232 Open to Voice majors only.
Credits: 1 cr, 1 hr
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MUPF 382 - Voice Pedagogy
An in-depth study of the anatomy and physiology of the voice; its structure and function. The study and evaluation of various pedagogical theories of voice training. Formerly MU 342B
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: MUPF 381 Open to Voice majors only.
Credits: 1 cr, 1 hr
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MUPF 383 - Vocal Staging
The interpretation and performance of vocal performance. Technical and artistic preparation for public performance from workshops to major productions. Formerly MU 344A
Prerequisites & Notes
Open to majors in the School of Music only. May be taken four times for credit.
Credits: 2 cr, 0 hrs
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MUPF 384 - Opera Staging
The interpretation and performance of opera roles. Technical and artistic preparation for public performance from workshops to major productions of full operas. Formerly MU 344B
Prerequisites & Notes
Open to majors in the School of Music only. May be taken four times for credit.
Credits: 2 cr, 0 hrs
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MUPF 483 - Opera Staging
Continuation of MUPF 383. Formerly MU 444A
Prerequisites & Notes
May be taken four times for credit.
Credits: 2 cr, 0 hrs
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MUPF 484 - Opera Staging
Continuation of MUPF 383. Formerly MU 444B
Prerequisites & Notes
May be taken four times for credit.
Credits: 2 cr, 0 hrs
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MUPF 660 - Graduate Ensemble
Formerly MU 775
Prerequisites & Notes
Repeatable for credit.
Credits: 1 cr, 1.5 hrs
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MUPF 680 - Graduate Project/Recital
Independent research project designed to enable the student to work in-depth on a topic of special relevance applicable to performance. The graduate project is evaluated in two parts: as a thesis, with the expectation that the student has completed extensive research in a comprehensive manner, and as a recital, in which the student incorporates aspects of the project and demonstrates personal instrumental growth. Students give presentations throughout the semester in seminar setting, showing their progress in research and its application to performance. Formerly MU 603
Prerequisites & Notes
Open to Masters in Jazz Studies only.
Credits: 3 cr, 3 hrs
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MUPF 863 - Opera Scenes Ensemble
Formerly MU 763
Prerequisites & Notes
Repeatable for credit.
Credits: 1 cr, 1.5 hrs
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MUPF 864 - Small Jazz Ensemble
Formerly MU 764
Prerequisites & Notes
Repeatable for credit.
Credits: 1 cr, 1.5 hrs
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MUPF 865 - New Music Ensemble
Formerly MU 765
Prerequisites & Notes
Repeatable for credit.
Credits: 1 cr, 1.5 hrs
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MUPF 866 - Small Vocal Ensembles
Vocal groups ranging in size and style, as well as the type of literature performed. This category of ensemble includes Jazz singers, Chamber Singers, Women’s Ensemble, and Vocal Octet.
Prerequisites & Notes
Open to majors in the School of Music only.
Credits: 1 cr, 1.5 hr
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MUPF 867 - Gospel Choir
This vocal ensemble is dedicated to studying and performing the large body of traditional and contemporary Gospel music.
Prerequisites & Notes
Open to majors in the School of Music only.
Credits: 1 cr, 1.5 hr
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MUPF 868 - Small Instrumental Ensemble
These ensembles vary in size from 4 to 16 students and are usually comprised of the same, or similar, instruments. They perform literature that ranges from traditional to experimental, and ethnic to urban. Sax Quintet, Trombone Ensemble, Percussion Ensemble, Handbell Choir, and the Bucket-drum Group are all examples of this category of ensemble.
Prerequisites & Notes
Open to majors in the School of Music only.
Credits: 1 cr, 1.5 hr
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MUPF 872 - Chorus
Formerly MU 772
Prerequisites & Notes
Repeatable for credit.
Credits: 1 cr, 4 hrs
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MUPF 874 - Large Jazz Ensemble
Formerly MU 774
Prerequisites & Notes
Repeatable for credit.
Credits: 1 cr, 4 hrs
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MUPF 875 - Piano Accompanying
Designed to provide theoretical knowledge and practical experience in vocal, instrumental, and dance accompanying. The course includes historical information, stylistic guidelines, vocal diction training, and coaching techniques, in addition to regular class performances and studio accompanying for major teachers. In addition, a sight-reading lab is required to facilitate the learning and preparation of music for class and studio assignments. The final project includes a public performance demonstrating accompanying skills. Formerly MU 773A
Credits: 1 cr, 1 hr
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MUPF 876 - Wind Ensemble
Formerly MU 776
Credits: 1 cr, 1 hr
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MUSC 101 - Music Theory I
Theory Placement Test required. An introduction to basic theory including the study of scales, intervals, chords of various types, harmonic progression, and the analysis of small musical forms. Formerly MU 107A
Prerequisites & Notes
Open to majors in the School of Music only.
Credits: 3 cr, 3 hrs
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MUSC 102 - Music Theory II
Theory Placement Test required. An introduction to basic theory including the study of scales, intervals, chords of various types, harmonic progression, and the analysis of small musical forms. Formerly MU 107B
Prerequisites & Notes
Open to majors in the School of Music only.
Credits: 3 cr, 3 hrs
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MUSC 111 - Musicianship I
Musicianship Placement Test required. This course centers on the establishment of fundamental skills through the singing and recognition of diatonic materials, i.e., scales, intervals, triads, and seventh chords, both as isolated phenomena and in musical contexts. Solfeggio performance of diatonic melodies and rhythmic performance in all basic meters is emphasized, as well as the dictation of these materials. Formerly MU 103A
Prerequisites & Notes
Open to majors in the School of Music only.
Credits: 3 cr, 3 hrs
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MUSC 112 - Musicianship II
Musicianship Placement Test required. This course centers on the establishment of fundamental skills through the singing and recognition of diatonic materials, i.e., scales, intervals, triads, and seventh chords, both as isolated phenomena and in musical contexts. Solfeggio performance of diatonic melodies and rhythmic performance in all basic meters is emphasized, as well as the dictation of these materials. Formerly MU 103B
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: MUSC 111
Credits: 3 cr, 3 hrs
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MUSC 121 - Class Piano I
Introductory and elementary keyboard training using basic theoretical, harmonic, and technical concepts in practical keyboard application: transposition, melody harmonization, elementary jazz improvisation, technique and repertoire. Required of non-keyboard instrumental majors. Formerly MU 131A
Prerequisites & Notes
Open to majors in the School of Music only. Not open to Music majors specializing in piano.
Credits: 1 cr, 1 hr
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MUSC 122 - Class Piano II
Introductory and elementary keyboard training using basic theoretical, harmonic, and technical concepts in practical keyboard application: transposition, melody harmonization, elementary jazz improvisation, technique and repertoire. Required of non-keyboard instrumental majors. Formerly MU 131B
Prerequisites & Notes
Open to majors in the School of Music only. Not open to Music majors specializing in piano.
Credits: 1 cr, 1 hr
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MUSC 131 - Freshman Improvisation
Introductory-level jazz improvisation dealing with linear, melodic, harmonic, and rhythmic fundamentals of improvisation, as well as the interactive and group aspects. Lecture and skills development with a performance base. Formerly MU 113
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: MUPF 130 Open to majors in the School of Music only.
Credits: 1 cr, 1.5 hrs
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MUSC 161 - Music Technology Survey
Provides students with a working knowledge of music technology practices, definitions, and concepts. Through both lecture and lab classes, students become familiar with a cross-section of hardware and software currently in use by the school and working professionals. Formerly MU 115
Credits: 1 cr, 1 hr
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MUSC 162 - Music Technology Survey
Provides students with a working knowledge of music technology practices, definitions, and concepts. Through both lecture and lab classes, students become familiar with a cross-section of hardware and software currently in use by the school and working professionals. Formerly MU 116
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: MUSC 161
Credits: 1 cr, 1 hr
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MUSC 163 - Aural Concepts
For non-music majors. An introduction to the use of music and sound components of multimedia and their potential for enhancing communication. Recognizing the special background and needs of the non-music major student, the course examines the production of musical sound, basic notation and theory practices, and an in-depth overview of disparate musical styles illustrating the variety and depth of musical thought from around the world and its potential relationship to the visual image. Formerly MU 149A
Prerequisites & Notes
Not open to majors in the School of Music. Priority enrollment to Multimedia majors.
Credits: 3 cr, 3 hrs
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MUSC 164 - Aural Concepts
For non-music majors. An introduction to the use of music and sound components of multimedia and their potential for enhancing communication. Recognizing the special background and needs of the non-music major student, the course examines the production of musical sound, basic notation and theory practices, and an in-depth overview of disparate musical styles illustrating the variety and depth of musical thought from around the world and its potential relationship to the visual image. Formerly MU 149B
Prerequisites & Notes
Not open to majors in the School of Music. Priority enrollment to Multimedia majors.
Credits: 3 cr, 3 hrs
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MUSC 183 - Beginning Wind Instrument Repair
An introductory course designed to acquaint music students with fundamental techniques associated with the repair and maintenance of saxophones, clarinets, flutes, trumpets, trombones, and French horns. Students learn valuable skills in replacing pads and corks, repairing springs, identifying leaks, making minor adjustments, freeing frozen slides and stuck brass mouthpieces, valve alignment and other practical topics. The course is particularly useful for future teachers and freelance musicians. Formerly MU 117
Prerequisites & Notes
Open to majors in the School of Music only.
Credits: 1 cr, 1.5 hrs
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MUSC 203 - Jazz Theory I
A study of diatonic and chromatic theory as related to jazz and contemporary music. Formerly MU 208A
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: MUSC 102 Open to majors in the School of Music only.
Credits: 3 cr, 3 hrs
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MUSC 204 - Jazz Theory II
A study of diatonic and chromatic theory as related to jazz and contemporary music. Formerly MU 208B
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: MUSC 203 Open to majors in the School of Music only.
Credits: 3 cr, 3 hrs
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MUSC 205 - Jazz Ear Training I
Melodic, harmonic, and rhythmic aural skill development in the jazz and contemporary music idioms. Formerly MU 209A
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: MUSC 112 Open to majors in the School of Music only.
Credits: 3 cr, 3 hrs
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MUSC 206 - Jazz Ear Training II
Melodic, harmonic, and rhythmic aural skill development in the jazz and contemporary music idioms. Formerly MU 209B
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: MUSC 205 Open to majors in the School of Music only.
Credits: 3 cr, 3 hrs
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MUSC 223 - Class Jazz Piano I
Harmonic concepts in keyboard application for jazz popular music; chord voicings for popular tunes, standards, and original harmonizations; continuation of jazz improvisation. Required of non-keyboard instrumental majors. Formerly MU 232A
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: MUSC 122 Not open to music majors specializing in piano.
Credits: 1 cr, 1 hr
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MUSC 224 - Class Jazz Piano II
Harmonic concepts in keyboard application for jazz popular music; chord voicings for popular tunes, standards, and original harmonizations; continuation of jazz improvisation. Required of non-keyboard instrumental majors. Formerly MU 232B
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: MUSC 223 Not open to music majors specializing in piano.
Credits: 1 cr, 1 hr
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MUSC 231 - Jazz Improvisation I
The application of improvisational techniques encompassing all standard forms and styles. Performance practices are related to the individual student’s abilities, background, and experience. Coursework includes solo transcription and analysis, a comparison of improvisational methods, and a survey of educational resources. Formerly MU 213A
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: MUSC 112 or MUSC 102 Open to majors in the School of Music only.
Credits: 2 cr, 3 hrs
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MUSC 232 - Jazz Improvisation II
The application of improvisational techniques encompassing all standard forms and styles. Performance practices are related to the individual student’s abilities, background, and experience. Coursework includes solo transcription and analysis, a comparison of improvisational methods, and a survey of educational resources. Formerly MU 213B
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: MUSC 231 Open to majors in the School of Music only.
Credits: 2 cr, 3 hrs
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MUSC 303 - Adv Jazz Theory & Ear Training I
A practical study of jazz theory combined with an advanced ear training program. Emphasizing instrumental application. Coursework includes recognition, writing, and dictation of chords and progressions as well as solo transcriptions and analysis. Formerly MU 307A
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisites: MUSC 204, MUSC 206 Open to majors in the School of Music only.
Credits: 3 cr, 3 hrs
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MUSC 304 - Adv Jazz Theory & Ear Training II
A practical study of jazz theory combined with an advanced ear training program. Emphasizing instrumental application. Coursework includes recognition, writing, and dictation of chords and progressions as well as solo transcriptions and analysis. Formerly MU 307B
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisites: MUSC 303 Open to majors in the School of Music only.
Credits: 3 cr, 3 hrs
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MUSC 307 - Advanced Sight Reading
An advanced music reading course designed to further develop the student’s music reading, writing, recognition, and inner-ear skills. Formerly MU 347A
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisites: MUSC 206 or THST 212
Credits: 1 cr, 1 hr
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MUSC 308 - Advanced Sight Reading
An advanced music reading course designed to further develop the student’s music reading, writing, recognition, and inner-ear skills. Formerly MU 347B
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisites: MUSC 206 or THST 212
Credits: 1 cr, 1 hr
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MUSC 321 - Advanced Piano and Accompanying
Designed primarily for vocalists, this course continues in the development of piano techniques with an emphasis on learning self-accompaniment. Literature from all vocal areas including oratorio, musical theater, jazz, opera, and contemporary. Students accompany other singers. Formerly MU 331A
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: MUSC 224 Priority enrollment to Voice majors.
Credits: 1 cr, 1 hr
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MUSC 322 - Advanced Piano and Accompanying
Designed primarily for vocalists, this course continues in the development of piano techniques with an emphasis on learning self-accompaniment. Literature from all vocal areas including oratorio, musical theater, jazz, opera, and contemporary. Students accompany other singers. Formerly MU 331B
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: MUSC 321 Priority enrollment to Voice majors.
Credits: 1 cr, 1 hr
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MUSC 331 - Jazz Improvisation III
Continuation of MUSC 231 & 232. Formerly MU 313A
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: MUSC 232 Open to majors in the School of Music only.
Credits: 2 cr, 2 hrs
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MUSC 332 - Jazz Improvisation IV
Continuation of MUSC 231 & 232. Formerly MU 313B
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: MUSC 232 Open to majors in the School of Music only.
Credits: 2 cr, 2 hrs
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MUSC 333 - Transcription and Analysis
Designed to advance the skills of ear training, theory, and improvisation using transcription and analysis. Students transcribe melodies, rhythms, harmonies, and arrangements in increasingly complex forms. The musical theory underlying each transcription is discussed and sometimes performed and used as a basis for further work. Formerly MU 310
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisites: MUSC 204, MUSC 206, MUSC 232 Open to majors in the School of Music only.
Credits: 1 cr, 1.5 hrs
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MUSC 334 - Transcription and Analysis
Designed to advance the skills of ear training, theory, and improvisation using transcription and analysis. Students transcribe melodies, rhythms, harmonies, and arrangements in increasingly complex forms. The musical theory underlying each transcription is discussed and sometimes performed and used as a basis for further work. Formerly MU 311
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisites: MUSC 333 Open to majors in the School of Music only.
Credits: 1 cr, 1.5 hrs
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MUSC 335 - Vocal Improvisation
Develops improvisation skills for vocal majors through the study of advanced vocal techniques, transcription, theory and analysis, and metric concepts. Formerly MU 348A
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: MUSC 232
Credits: 2 cr, 2 hrs
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MUSC 336 - Vocal Improvisation
Develops improvisation skills for vocal majors through the study of advanced vocal techniques, transcription, theory and analysis, and metric concepts. Formerly MU 348B
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: MUSC 335
Credits: 2 cr, 2 hrs
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MUSC 351 - Music History I
Designed to define the major style periods from Greek times to the present in terms of their philosophies, accomplishments, and interrelationships. Composers, performers, and theorists are examined in the context of musical literature with emphasis upon styles, forms, and techniques of composition as they evolve and change. The sequence puts into historical perspective the materials presented in the Music Theory courses. Through listening assignments, students are expected to further develop their aural skills and knowledge of musical literature. Formerly MU 301A
Prerequisites & Notes
Priority enrollment to majors in the School of Music.
Credits: 3 cr, 3 hrs
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MUSC 352 - Music History II
Designed to define the major style periods from Greek times to the present in terms of their philosophies, accomplishments, and interrelationships. Composers, performers, and theorists are examined in the context of musical literature with emphasis upon styles, forms, and techniques of composition as they evolve and change. The sequence puts into historical perspective the materials presented in the Music Theory courses. Through listening assignments, students are expected to further develop their aural skills and knowledge of musical literature. Formerly MU 301B
Prerequisites & Notes
Priority enrollment to majors in the School of Music.
Credits: 3 cr, 3 hrs
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MUSC 353 - History of Rock Music
This course investigates the History of Rock from its inception in the 1950s to the present. It begins with the important antecedents of Rock and Roll and then historically traces the various styles that evolved from that time to the present. There are live demonstrations and illustrations by guests in class. Formerly MU 306
Credits: 3 cr, 3 hrs
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MUSC 355 - Introduction to Acoustics
The course deals with the following topics: physical nature of sound; the reception and perception of sound; theories of consonance and dissonance; scales, tunings and temperaments; the acoustic properties of musical instruments, electronic instruments, and the voice; sound reinforcement; and environmental considerations, such as the design of concert halls, theaters, recording studios, and open spaces. A term paper, mid-term, and final examination are required. Formerly MU 390
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: LACR 102
Credits: 3 cr, 3 hrs
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MUSC 383 - Stress Reduction for Performing Artists
Through both lecture and student participation, this course provides an understanding of performance anxiety and techniques for treatment. Students develop and use methods for stress reduction, applicable to all performance situations. Formerly MU 304
Prerequisites & Notes
Open to majors in the College of Performing Arts only. Student must have completed the first semester of their Sophomore year (45 credits).
Credits: 2 cr, 2 hrs
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MUSC 401 - Advanced Classical Theory
Formerly MU 404
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: MUSC 102
Credits: 3 cr, 3 hrs
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MUSC 402 - Advanced Rhythmic Theory and Practice
Study of the rhythmic theories and practices of such composers as Hindemith, Messiaen, Stravinsky, Carter, Reich, Bartok, and Babbitt, as well as contemporary and jazz composers. Formerly MU 406
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisites: MUSC 102 Priority enrollment to majors in the School of Music.
Credits: 3 cr, 3 hrs
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MUSC 403 - Contrapuntal Theory and Analysis
A continuation of Freshman theory courses taken by instrumental, vocal, and composition majors. It is designed to enhance basic classical theory skills; to prepare for graduate-level theory work; and to meet the requirements on the theory portions of the teacher certification examination. The course centers on contrapuntal organization and contrapuntal devices. The literature is drawn from all musical periods. Harmony, rhythm, melody, and timbre is discussed as it relates to specific compositions. Requirements include analytical study, out-of-class listening and research, and written contrapuntal assignments. Formerly MU 409
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: MUSC 102 Priority enrollment to majors in the School of Music.
Credits: 3 cr, 3 hrs
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MUSC 421 - Advanced Piano & Applications
This course is designed for all music majors to advance their skills in piano, including technique, pedagogy, sight reading, and musicianship skills. Formerly MU 435
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: MUSC 321 MUSC 322
Credits: 1 cr, 1 hr
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MUSC 425 - Piano Pedagogy
A variety of methods and materials used in teaching piano at the various levels of development from beginner to artist. Discussion is based in required texts, supplementary books, articles, and magazines, including the major philosophies of past and present pedagogical thought. Formerly MU 432A
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: MULS 212 Open to majors in the School of Music only.
Credits: 2 cr, 2 hrs
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