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Undergraduate Catalog

Music

Interim Director: Dr. Anita Hardeman
Office: Browne Hall 122
Telephone: (309) 298-1544
Website: wiu.edu/music

Program Offerings and Locations

  • Bachelor of Music: Macomb
  • Minor in Jazz Studies: Macomb
  • Minor in Music: Macomb
  • Minor in Music Business: Macomb

Learning Outcomes

For student learning outcomes, please see wiu.edu/provost/learningoutcomes.

Faculty

Ashe, Baker, Bean, Cangro, Chadwell, Chasteen, Chin, Chinen, Cooper, Coovert, Fansler, Gardner, Gillotti, Ginsberg, Hardeman, Hawkins, Hughes, Jones, Kurasz, Land, Landowski, Locke, Miguel, Mihai, Nichols, Romig, Szabo, Thomas, Turner, Walker, Winnie, Yi.

GradTrac

GradTrac is available to Music majors with an option in Applied Music. See more information about GradTrac.

Honors Curriculum

Academically qualified students in this School are encouraged to complete an honors curriculum in University Honors, Honors in the Major, or General Honors. All Honors students must complete the one-hour honors colloquium (G H 299). General Honors includes General Honors coursework. Honors in the Major includes honors work in the major. University Honors combines Honors in the Major and General Honors. View more information about honors curricula or visit the Centennial Honors College website at wiu.edu/honors.

School Information

The School of Music has been an accredited member of the National Association of Schools of Music since 1961 and offers a Bachelor of Music degree with options in Applied Music (performance, jazz, composition), Music Business, Music Therapy, and Music Teacher Education. Students may elect to study in keyboard, voice, winds, strings, and percussion as well as specialized study in jazz and composition. Certification as a music therapist is available through the Certification Board for Music Therapists (CBMT). The School of Music also offers minors in Liberal Arts Music, Music Business, and Jazz Studies. All majors and minors (except Music Business minor) must pass entrance performance auditions.

The Music Teacher Education option prepares students to teach Music in the public schools. All Music Education students must appear before the Student Teaching Committee of the School of Music for evaluation of competencies and skills prior to student teaching. Final approval for student teaching is granted only by this committee. Students may obtain Illinois K鈥�12 licensure in Music by completing degree requirements and state licensure tests. International students seeking admission into the School of Music must have the following scores in English proficiency tests: IBT TOEFL 79 or paper TOEFL 550 or IELTS 6.5.

Degree Program

Bachelor of Music

All students seeking the Bachelor of Music must complete I and II, plus III.A, III.B, III.C, or III.D below, and the Multicultural Perspectives requirement for the major#. The minimum semester hour requirement for the baccalaureate degree is 120 s.h.

In accordance with the Illinois State Board of Education licensure rule, all candidates seeking a Professional Education License or endorsement are required by 海角破解版 to obtain a grade of 鈥淐-鈥� or better in all directed general education courses, all core courses, and all courses in the option. This rule does not supersede course prerequisite requirements in the catalog that specify a letter grade.

Please see the Teacher Education section of this catalog for more information about 海角破解版鈥檚 Teacher Education Program.

  1. University General Education Curriculum 37 s.h.
    Option D, Teacher Education, should include a General Education Mathematics course.
  2. Core Courses: 22 s.h.
    1. MUS 165, 166, 181, 182, 183, 184, 281, 282, 283, 284, 330, 390鈥�, 391鈥�
    2. Seven semesters of MUS 100 with a satisfactory grade (S) are required for graduation. Transfer students require as many semesters of MUS 100 with a satisfactory grade (S) as they are in residence minus one semester (example: a student in residence for five semesters must complete four semesters of MUS 100 with a grade of S).
  3. Options of Study (select A, B, C, or D)
    1. Applied Music (Comprehensive)鈥擟hoose principal 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, or 6 as approved by advisor)
      1. String Performance
        1. Special Courses: 12 s.h.
          MUS 265, 266, 381, 461 (2 s.h.), 483, and 492
        2. Music Electives: 9 s.h.
          Choose 9 s.h. from the following MUS courses: MUS 301, 331, 332, 342, 343, 344, 345, 348, 403, 444, 451, 481, 482, 485, 489
        3. Music Ensembles: 8 s.h.
          Students must participate on their principal instrument unless otherwise required. No more than one ensemble per semester may be used to satisfy the ensemble requirement.
          1. Violin, Viola, Cello, and Bass: 8 s.h. total in MUS 101 and 102
          2. Guitar: 4 s.h. in MUS 101, 105, 106, 113, 114, or 117; 4 s.h. in MUS 127 or 128
        4. Applied Study: 24 s.h.
          Students must complete 2 s.h. of 200-level study per semester for four semesters and 4 s.h. of 400-level study per semester for four semesters on their principal instrument. Must complete one half (shared) junior recital and one full senior solo recital (MUS 402).
        5. Music Elective: 8 s.h.
      2. Wind/Percussion Performance
        1. Special Courses: 11 s.h.
          MUS 265, 266, 332, 381, 483, and 490 (1 s.h.)
        2. Music Electives: 9 s.h.
          Choose 9 s.h. from the following MUS courses: MUS 301, 331, 342, 343, 344, 345, 348, 403, 444, 451, 481, 482, 485, 489
        3. Music Ensembles: 8 s.h.
          Students must participate on their principal instrument unless otherwise required. No more than one ensemble per semester may be used to satisfy the ensemble requirement.
          1. 8 s.h. total; minimum of 6 s.h. in MUS 101, 113, or 114
          2. Trumpet, Trombone, and Saxophone principals may satisfy 2 s.h. out of the total 8 s.h. required by registering for MUS 117
        4. Applied Study: 24 s.h.
          Students must complete 2 s.h. of 200-level study per semester for four semesters and 4 s.h. of 400-level study per semester for four semesters on their principal instrument. Must complete one half (shared) junior recital and one full senior solo recital (MUS 402).
        5. Music Electives: 9 s.h.
      3. Piano Performance
        1. Special Courses: 12 s.h.
          MUS 167, 381, 465, 466, 495, and 496
        2. Music Electives: 9 s.h.
          Choose 9 s.h. from the following MUS courses: MUS 301, 331, 332, 342, 343, 344, 345, 348, 403, 444, 451, 481, 482, 485, 489
        3. Music Ensembles: 8 s.h.
          Students must participate on their principal instrument unless otherwise required. No more than one ensemble per semester may be used to satisfy the ensemble requirement.
          1. 4 s.h. total in MUS 101, 102, 105, 106, 113, 114, 116, or 117
          2. 2 s.h. of MUS 125
          3. 2 s.h. of MUS 127 or 129
        4. Applied Study: 24 s.h.
          Students must complete 2 s.h. of 200-level study per semester for four semesters and 4 s.h. of 400-level study per semester for four semesters on their principal instrument. Must complete one half (shared) junior recital and one full senior solo recital (MUS 402).
        5. Music Electives: 6 s.h.
        6. Open Electives: 2 s.h.
      4. Vocal Performance
        1. Special Courses: 19 s.h.
          1. MUS 262, 263, 265, 266, 381
          2. 4 s.h. each of French (FR) and German (GER)
          3. MUS 499
        2. Music Electives: 9 s.h.
          Choose 9 s.h. from the following MUS courses: MUS 301, 331, 332, 342, 343, 344, 345, 348, 403, 444, 451, 481, 482, 485, 489
        3. Music Ensembles: 8 s.h.
          Students must participate on their principal instrument unless otherwise required. No more than one ensemble per semester may be used to satisfy the ensemble requirement.
          1. Minimum of 6 s.h. in MUS 105 or 106
          2. By advisor approval, 1鈥�2 s.h. out of the total 8 s.h. required may be satisfied by performing major operatic roles in MUS 109
        4. Applied Study: 24 s.h.
          Students must complete 2 s.h. of 200-level study per semester for four semesters and 4 s.h. of 400-level study per semester for four semesters on their principal instrument. Must complete one half (shared) junior recital and one full senior solo recital (MUS 402).
        5. Open Elective: 1 s.h.
      5. Jazz Studies
        1. Special Courses: 16 s.h.
          MUS 167, 187, 194, 248, 265, 266, 367, 387, and 444
        2. Music Electives: 9 s.h.
          Choose 9 s.h. from the following MUS courses: MUS 141, 195*, 301, 331, 332, 341, 342, 343, 344, 345, 348, 403, 451, 481, 482, 483, 485, 489
        3. Music Ensembles: 8 s.h.
          Students must participate on their principal instrument unless otherwise required. No more than one ensemble per semester may be used to satisfy the ensemble requirement:
          8 s.h. in MUS 117, 127, or 128
        4. Applied Study: 16 s.h.
          Students must complete 2 s.h. of 200-level study per semester for four semesters and 2 s.h. of 400-level study per semester for four semesters on their principal instrument. Must complete one half (shared) junior recital and one full senior solo recital (MUS 402).
        5. Music Electives: 9 s.h.
        6. Open Electives: 3 s.h.
      6. Composition
        1. Special Courses: 24 s.h.
          MUS 215 (2 s.h.), 265, 266, 381, 411 (8 s.h.), 481, 483, and 485
        2. Music Electives: 9 s.h.
          Choose 9 s.h. from the following MUS courses: MUS 301, 331, 332, 342, 343, 344, 345, 348, 403, 444, 451, 482, 489
        3. Music Ensembles: 8 s.h.
          Students must participate on their principal instrument unless otherwise required. No more than one ensemble per semester may be used to satisfy the ensemble requirement. Minimum of 4 s.h. in MUS 101, 105, 106, 113, 114, or 117
        4. Applied Study: 16 s.h.
          Students must complete 2 s.h. of 200-level study per semester for four semesters and 2 s.h. of 400-level study per semester for four semesters on their principal instrument.
        5. Music Electives: 5 s.h.
    2. Music Business (Comprehensive)
      1. Special Courses: 18 s.h.
        MUS 141, 195*, (248 or 485), 341, 345, 441, 442 (3 s.h.), 444
      2. Music Ensembles: 8 s.h.
        Students must register each semester for credit and successfully complete the ensembles specified below until the 8 s.h. ensemble requirement is met. No more than one ensemble per semester may be used to satisfy the ensemble requirement. Students must participate on their principal instrument for the number of hours specified below unless indicated otherwise by the ensemble director
        1. Winds/Percussion: 6 s.h. minimum in MUS 101, 113, 114, 116, 117
        2. Strings: 6 s.h. minimum in MUS 101 or 102
        3. Piano: 4 s.h. in MUS 101, 105, 106, 113, 114, 116, or 117; 2 s.h. in MUS 125; 2 s.h. in MUS 127 or 129
        4. Voice: 4 s.h. minimum in MUS 105 or 106; 2 s.h. minimum in MUS 105, 106, 107, 108, or 109
        5. Guitar: 4 s.h. in MUS 101, 105, 106, 113, 114, or 117; 4 s.h. in MUS 127 or 128
      3. Applied Study: 12 s.h.
        Students must complete 2 s.h. of 200-level study per semester for four semesters and 2 s.h. of 400-level study per semester for two semesters on their principal instrument.
      4. Other Requirements: 21 s.h.
        ACCT 200; BCOM/CSTM/ET 320 or MGT 349; CS 101, 302; ECON 232*; MKTG 327; PSY 100*
      5. Directed Electives: 9 s.h.
        Select 9 s.h. from:
        HRM 353, 441, 442, 443, 444, 446, 449
        MGT 350, 425, 445, 447, 448, 474, 481, 483, 485
        MKTG 317, 331, 333, 335, 343, 371, 411, 417, 431, 441
    3. Music Therapy (Comprehensive)
      1. Special Courses: 34 s.h.
        MUS 151, 157, 158, 162, 254, 255, 258 (1 s.h.), 261, 264, 268, 354, 355, 358 (2 s.h.), 451, 452, 453, 454, 455, 457 (4 s.h.), 458 (1 s.h.)
      2. Music Ensembles: 8 s.h.
        Students must register each semester for credit and successfully complete the ensembles specified below until the 8 s.h. ensemble requirement is met. No more than one ensemble per semester may be used to satisfy the ensemble requirement. At least 1 s.h. of the total number of ensemble hours must be fulfilled by singing in MUS 105, 106, 107, or 108. After the principal instrument and singing requirements have been met, students may choose any University catalog ensemble to complete the total 8 s.h.
        1. Winds/Percussion: 6 s.h. minimum in MUS 101, 113, 114, 116, 117
        2. Strings: 6 s.h. minimum MUS 101 or 102
        3. Piano: 4 s.h. in MUS 101, 105, 106, 113, 114, 116, or 117; 2 s.h. in MUS 125; 2 s.h. in MUS 127 or 129
        4. Voice: 4 s.h. minimum in MUS 105 or 106; 2 s.h. minimum in MUS 105, 106, 107, 108, or 109
        5. Guitar: 4 s.h. in MUS 101, 105, 106, 113, 114, or 117; 4 s.h. in MUS 127 or 128
      3. Applied Study: 12 s.h.
        Students must complete 2 s.h. of 200-level study per semester for four semesters and 2 s.h. of 400-level study per semester for two semesters on their principal instrument.
      4. Other requirements of certifying music therapy association: 16 s.h.
        BIOL 100* or 101 or 204; KIN 290; PSY 100*, 424; SOC 100*
    4. Music鈥擳eacher Education (Comprehensive)
      1. Special Courses: 10 s.h.
        MUS 130, 300, 333, 334, 394
      2. Applied Study: 12 s.h.
        Students must complete 2 s.h. of 200-level study per semester for four semesters and 2 s.h. of 400-level study per semester for two semesters on their principal instrument.
      3. Directed Electives: 28鈥�31 s.h.
        Choose a or b, as approved by advisor
        1. Instrumental/General
          1. MUS 131; 132 or 461; 133; 135; 137; 138; 232
          2. Choose one course from MUS 194, 195*, 337
          3. MUS 332, 336, 395; 430 or 461
          4. Music Ensembles:
            Students must register for an ensemble each semester in residence and successfully complete the ensembles specified below until the 8 s.h. ensemble requirement is met. This requirement must be completed over a minimum span of 7 semesters. Students must participate on their principal instrument for the number of hours specified below unless indicated otherwise by the ensemble director.
            1. Wind/Percussion: 8 s.h. total; minimum of 6 s.h. in MUS 101, 113, 114, or 117 (maximum 3 s.h. in MUS 117); minimum of 1 s.h. in MUS 116; minimum of 1 s.h. in MUS 105, 106, 107, or 108
            2. Piano: 8 s.h. total; minimum of 3 s.h. in MUS 101, 113, 114, or 117; minimum of 1 s.h. in MUS 116; minimum of 1 s.h. in MUS 105, 106, 107, or 108; minimum of 3 s.h. in MUS 125, 127, or 129
            3. Guitar: 8 s.h. total; minimum of 3 s.h. in MUS 101, 113, 114, or 117; minimum of 1 s.h. in MUS 116; minimum of 1 s.h. in MUS 105, 106, 107, or 108; minimum of 3 s.h. in MUS 127 or 128
            4. Strings: 8 s.h. total; minimum of 7 s.h. in MUS 101 or 102; minimum of 1 s.h. in MUS 105, 106, 107, or 108
        2. Choral/General
          1. MUS 131; 132; 133 or 134; 135 or 136; 137; 138; 232; 262; 265; 266; 331; 335; 396
          2. Choose one course from MUS 194, 195*; THEA 497
          3. Music Ensembles:
            Students must register for an ensemble each semester in residence and successfully complete the ensembles specified below until the 8 s.h. ensemble requirement is met. This requirement must be completed over a minimum span of 7 semesters. Students must participate on their principal instrument for the number of hours specified below unless indicated otherwise by the ensemble director.
            1. Voice: 8 s.h. total; minimum of 6 s.h. in MUS 105 or 106; minimum of 1 s.h. in MUS 107, 108, or 109
            2. Piano: 8 s.h. total; minimum of 6 s.h. in MUS 105 or 106; 2 s.h. in MUS 125, 127, or 129
            3. Guitar: 8 s.h. total; minimum of 6 s.h. in MUS 105 or 106; 2 s.h. in MUS 127 or 128
        3. Professional Education: 27 s.h.
          1. EDUC/MUS 439
          2. EDS 202, 301, 303 (2 s.h.), 401
          3. RDG 387
          4. STCH 480 (6), 481 (6)

# The Multicultural Perspectives Requirement may be fulfilled by successfully completing MUS 390.
* Specific requirements from the Multicultural Perspectives Requirement.
** The tech course that includes the student鈥檚 principal instrument does not count toward the required 7 s.h.
鈥� MUS 390 and MUS 391 fulfill the Writing Instruction in the Disciplines (WID) graduation requirement.

Minors

Minor in Music (Liberal Arts): 16 s.h.

Students must complete 1, 2, and 3.

  1. MUS 181 and 183: 3 s.h.
  2. Select 6 s.h. from MUS 190, 194, 195, 196, 197, 198, 390, 391, 394, 398: 6 s.h.
  3. Select 7 s.h. of Music Electives to meet student needs and interest: 7 s.h.

A maximum of 5 s.h. of ensemble and/or applied study may be counted toward the minor.

Minor in Music Business: 17 s.h.
  1. MUS 141, 248, 341: 7 s.h.
  2. Select 6 s.h. from: BC&J 101; MUS 190, 194, 195, 196, 197, 198, 348, 394, or 181 and 183; THEA 145: 6 s.h.
  3. Select 4 s.h. from: MUS 241, 345, 441, 444: 4 s.h.
Minor in Jazz Studies: 16 s.h.
  1. MUS 187, 194, 208 (2 s.h.) 6 s.h.
  2. Select 6 s.h. from MUS 167, 248, 367, 387, 444: 6 s.h.
  3. Select 4 s.h. from Jazz Ensembles (MUS 117, 127, and 128) and/or Jazz Applied Study: 4 s.h.

Course Descriptions

MUSIC (MUS)

Ensembles: (All ensembles receive 1 s.h. credit per semester) Open to all University students by permission of instructor.
101 University Orchestra
102 Chamber Orchestra
103 American Traditional Music Ensemble
105 Concert Choir
106 University Singers
107 Vocal Jazz Ensemble
108 Chamber Singers
109 Opera Workshop
110 Treble Choir
113 Symphonic Wind Ensemble
114 Concert Band
115 University Band
116 University Marching Band
117 Jazz Band
118 Pep Band
121 Brass Chamber Ensembles
122 Woodwind Chamber Ensembles
123 Percussion Ensemble
124 Steel Band
125 Accompanying
126 String Chamber Ensembles
127 Jazz Combo
128 Guitar Ensemble
129 Piano Chamber Ensembles

Applied Study: (1鈥�4 s.h./semester, repeatable to a maximum of 10 semesters) Private, group, and class study in music performance. Prerequisite: audition and written consent of Music advisor. Music majors receiving a grade of D or F in Applied Study on their principal instrument must reaudition for departmental acceptance. Enrollment in upper division courses (400 level) requires a C or better on the third-semester principal instrument applied jury including sightreading. After a student passes the principal instrument third-semester jury, Applied Study in the principal instrument from the fifth through eighth semester will receive upper division credit.
204/404 Violin
205/405 Viola
206/406 Cello
207/407 Bass
209/409 Guitar
211/411 Composition
212/412 Voice
214/414 Organ
215/415 Piano
219/419 Clarinet
220/420 Saxophone
221/421 Flute
222/422 Oboe
223/423 Bassoon
224/424 Trumpet
225/425 Trombone
226/426 Euphonium
227/427 Horn
228/428 Tuba
229/429 Percussion

100 Recital Attendance. (0) Attendance at ten music concerts/recitals per semester for satisfactory grade. Graded S/U only.

130 Introduction to Music Education. (1) An overview of Music Education in pre-kindergarten through grade 12, and the knowledge, skills, and concepts required for licensure. Opportunities for teaching observations.

131 Technology in Music Education. (1) Study in the utilization and implementation of technological tools prevalent in PK鈥�12 Music Education, including software and hardware for instruction and/or assessment of music performance, notation, theory, audio/video recording, and assistive technology for students with special needs. A grade of C- or above must be achieved in MUS 131 for teacher licensure.

132 String Techniques. (1) A study of the basic techniques of playing and teaching the violin, viola, cello, bass, and guitar, including arrangements for solo and string ensembles.

133 Woodwind Techniques. (1) A study of the basic techniques of playing and teaching the flute, oboe, clarinet, saxophone, and bassoon.

134 Woodwind Techniques. (1) A study of the basic techniques of playing, teaching, and arranging for the clarinet and saxophone.

135 Brass Techniques. (1) A study of the basic techniques of playing and teaching the trumpet, horn, trombone, baritone, and tuba.

136 Brass Techniques. (1) A study of the basic techniques of playing, teaching, and arranging for the trombone, euphonium, and tuba.

137 Percussion Techniques. (1) A study of the basic techniques of playing, teaching, and arranging for percussion instruments.

138 Vocal Techniques. (1) Development of vocal techniques and methodology for the Music Education major. Prerequisite: Music Education major.

139 Band Instrument Maintenance and Repair. (1, repeatable to 2) A study of the principles of maintenance, repair, and adjustment of band instruments. This hands-on course will include mechanical instruction on all brass, woodwind, and percussion instruments. Prerequisite: Music major or consent of instructor.

141 Introduction to Music Business. (2) An introduction to the field of Music Business through a review of the various areas and careers within the music industry including music publishing, recording, merchandising, concert promotion, artist management, and arts administration.

151 Introduction to Music Therapy. (2) Definition of music as therapy; introduction to music as a therapeutic function; scope of music therapy; areas of application; professional aspects; and the role of the music therapist in the therapeutic milieu. Field observations. Course must be completed with a C- or better in order to be eligible for internship (MUS 457).

157 Multicultural Percussion Techniques. (1) Students will gain historical and cultural perspective of nonsymphonic percussion instruments, learn care and maintenance for equipment, and develop fundamental percussion techniques necessary to arrange and facilitate group drumming experiences. Students will play in solo and ensemble settings. Prerequisite: MUS 151 or 130.

158 Observation of Music Therapy. (1) Semester long fieldwork course including weekly observation of clinical music therapy. Clinical and professional topics discussed in weekly seminar. Course must be completed with a C- or better in order to be eligible for internship (MUS 457). Open only to Music Therapy majors. Prerequisite: MUS 151 and consent of instructor.

161 Elementary Guitar. (2) Combines beginning guitar techniques and music fundamentals.

162 Group Voice. (1, repeatable to 3) Voice instruction in a group setting.

165 Class Piano I. (1) Keyboard instruction in a classroom setting for Music majors.

166 Class Piano II. (1) Keyboard instruction in a classroom setting for Music majors. Prerequisite: C- or better in MUS 165 or equivalent.

167 Introduction to Jazz Piano. (1) Voicing and comping (piano techniques) for jazz application. Traditional elementary voicings and voice leading applied to jazz. Structures for chord extensions in jazz performance. Piano techniques to realize harmonic notation common to jazz. Prerequisite: MUS 166 or consent of instructor.

180 Fundamentals of Music. (3) An introduction to the basic elements of music. Music reading, sight-singing, and elementary ear training. Open to general University students. Does not apply toward Music major graduation credit. Not open to students with credit in MUS 181.

181 Theory I. (2) Techniques and materials of diatonic music. Introduction to tonal harmony through part writing, harmonization of melodies, and analysis. Corequisite: MUS 183. Three meetings each week.

182 Theory II. (2) Further studies in diatonic techniques and initial studies in chromatic techniques. Continuation of music writing skills and analysis. Prerequisites: a grade of C- or better in MUS 181 and MUS 183. Corequisite: MUS 184. Three meetings each week.

183 Aural Skills I. (1) Aural Skills I studies diatonic material through sight-singing, dictation, and other exercises. Corequisite: MUS 181. Two meetings each week.

184 Aural Skills II. (1) Aural Skills II continues the study of diatonic material through sight-singing, dictation, and other exercises. Prerequisite: a grade of C- or better in both MUS 181 and 183. Corequisite: MUS 182. Two meetings each week.

187 Jazz Theory. (1) Fundamentals of scales and chords related to jazz. Elementary jazz harmonic practices and the rhythm section. Chord nomenclature common to jazz notation.

190 What to Listen for in Music. (3) (General Education/Fine Arts) An introduction to basic musical principles, as well as the study of music as an aspect of culture, society, and history, with an emphasis on developing listening skills applicable in a broad range of music cultures.
IAI: F1 900.

194 (Formerly MUS 397) Jazz Survey. (3) (Multicultural) Exploration of the origins of jazz, its many forms, and its present day trends.

195 American Popular Music. (3) (General Education/Fine Arts) (Multicultural) A survey of American popular music from the 19th century to the present. Includes extensive listening to representative styles and outstanding works within those styles, with discussion of historical, sociological, and musical influences. Recommended for those without music background.
IAI: F1 904.

196 Music in the Rock Era. (3) (Multicultural) An introduction to popular music during the rock era as an expression of multiple cultures; an exploration of the relationship between musical style and meaning and the socio-cultural context from which the music emerges, with emphasis on cross-cultural connections.

197 American Country Music. (3) A survey of the development of American Country Music from the 1920s to the present day, highlighting social, political, and musical issues as well as key artists, songs, and genres.

198 K-Pop, J-Pop, and C-Pop. (3) (Multicultural) A survey of the history and the development of K-pop (Korean popular music), J-pop (Japanese popular music), and C-pop (Chinese popular music) from the cultural, social, political, and musical perspectives highlighting key artists, songs, and genres.

208 Applied Jazz Studies I. (1鈥�4, repeatable up to 10 semesters) Applied study of performance elements related to jazz style, repertoire, and improvisation.

216 Applied Musical Theatre Voice, Lower Division. (1鈥�4, repeatable to 8) Applied study of vocal technique and style to meet the needs of students in the BFA Musical Theatre degree program and other students interested in learning to sing in a popular style. Prerequisite: Musical Theatre major or permission of instructor.

231 Classroom Instrument Techniques. (1) The study of the basic techniques of playing, teaching, and arranging for classroom and cultural instruments.

232 Critical Issues in General Music Education. (3) A survey of current issues and trends in the general music classroom, including classroom management, child development, literacy, diversity, and the various approaches to general music (Orff, Kodaly, and Dalcroze). A grade of C- or above must be achieved in MUS 232 for teacher licensure.

241 Practicum in Music Business. (1, repeatable to 2) A part-time practical experience in an area of the music industry. Prerequisites: MUS 141 and permission of program director.

242 Music Industry Career Preparation. (1) This course focuses on in-depth career preparation for those interested in the music industry including: goal setting, the job search process and document preparation, best practices in electronic media, and interview techniques. Prerequisite: MUS 141 or consent of instructor.

248 Introduction to Video and Audio Production for Live Music Performance. (3) Provides the technical skills to implement a live video stream of a musical presentation, and to develop an understanding of the specialized uses of microphones, live mixing consoles, streaming video software, and digital audio/video composing within live music production.

254 Music Therapy Clinical Skills I. (1) Development of accompanied singing. Acquisition of basic design and leadership skills for therapeutic music experiences involving singing, movement, and rhythmic instrument play. Course must be completed with a C- or better in order to be eligible for internship (MUS 457). Prerequisite: MUS 151 and 158; or permission of instructor.

255 Music Therapy Clinical Skills II. (1) Overview of clinical process. Continuation of accompanied singing development. Acquisition of goal-based design and facilitation of therapeutic music experiences. Course must be completed with a C- or better in order to be eligible for internship (MUS 457). Prerequisite: MUS 254.

258 Practicum in Music Therapy I. (1, repeatable to 3) Supervised co-lead clinical experience in music therapy focusing upon assessment, treatment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of clinical process. Weekly group supervision. C- or better is required in order to be eligible for internship (MUS 457). Prerequisite: MUS 151 and 158.

261 Intermediate Guitar. (2) Combines intermediate guitar techniques and related music study.

262 Phonetics and Diction I. (2 per semester) Study of the International Phonetic Alphabet. Study of English, Italian, and Latin phonetics and diction as they apply to singing. Utilization of standard vocal literature. Attend a weekly performance lab.

263 Phonetics and Diction II. (2 per semester) Study of French and German diction and phonetics as applied to singing. Utilization of standard vocal literature. Attend a weekly performance lab. Prerequisite: C or better in MUS 262.

264 Keyboard Skills for Popular Music. (1) Development of keyboard self-accompaniment technique, improvisation, and transposition highlighting stylistic elements from different decades and genres of popular and non-classical music. Course must be completed with a C- or better in order to be eligible for internship (MUS 457). Prerequisites: MUS 165 or 215; Music Therapy student or consent of instructor.

265 Class Piano III. (1) Keyboard instruction in a classroom setting for Music majors. Prerequisite: C- or better in MUS 166 or equivalent. Corequisite: MUS 281.

266 Class Piano IV. (1) Keyboard instruction in a classroom setting for Music majors. Prerequisite: C- or better in MUS 265 or equivalent.

267 Jazz Improvisation I. (2) The elements of jazz improvisation. Listening skills, transcription, and jazz styles. Application of tonal harmonic language and scale structures to jazz improvisation. Construction of melodies utilizing voice-leading and counterpoints. Prerequisite: MUS 187.

268 Singing in Popular Styles. (1) Development of knowledge and the ability to sing in a variety of popular music styles. Instruction includes vocal health and production during unaccompanied and self-accompanied singing. Prerequisites: MUS 162 or 212 or permission of instructor; Music Therapy student or permission of instructor.

281 Theory III. (2) Further studies in chromatic techniques. Continued music writing skills and analysis, including simple part forms. Prerequisite: a grade of C- or better in both MUS 182 and MUS 184. Corequisite: MUS 283. Three meetings each week.

282 Theory IV. (2) Introduction to sonata form and the technical materials of late 19th and early 20th century music through analysis, listening, and music writing. Prerequisite: a grade of C- or better in both MUS 281 and MUS 283. Corequisite: MUS 284. Three meetings each week.

283 Aural Skills III. (1) Aural Skills III studies chromatic material and modulation through sight-singing, dictation, and other exercises. Prerequisite: a grade of C- or better in both MUS 182 and 184. Corequisite: MUS 281. Two meetings each week.

284 Aural Skills IV. (1) Aural Skills IV studies chromatic and twentieth-century material through sight-singing, dictation, and other exercises. Prerequisite: a grade of C- or better in both MUS 281 and 283. Corequisite: MUS 282. Two meetings each week.

300 Music Student Teaching Review. (0, repeatable) Examination of teacher competencies and skills prior to student teaching semester. Students are reviewed in fundamental teaching skills and knowledge. Students may retest any area to achieve S grade. Prerequisites: for Instrumental-General major, C- or better in MUS 166; for Choral-General specialization, C- or better in MUS 266; C- or better in MUS 282 and C- or better in MUS 284. Graded S/U only.

301 Chamber Music. (1, repeatable to 4) Chamber music instruction. Prerequisites: Music major; C- or better in third semester applied jury including a sight reading or consent of instructor.

330 Basic Conducting. (2) Introduction to basic conducting skills. Study of conducting patterns, preparatory beats, cueing, and cut-offs. Introduction to score reading and analysis. Prerequisites: MUS 282 and 284.

331 Choral Conducting in the Junior/Senior High School. (2) Study of JH/HS choral program to include choral conducting, rehearsal techniques, literature, methods, programming, style, interpretation, and analysis of choral literature for large and small ensembles, festivals, contests, and concerts. IPTS including classroom management, assessment, reading, and writing. Field experiences. Prerequisite: C- or better in MUS 330.

332 Instrumental Conducting. (2) Advanced exploration into the art and technique of conducting and score reading as the means to achieve musical and expressive results. Preparation to assume leadership of instrumental ensembles. Directed observations and field experiences. Prerequisite: C- or better in MUS 330.

333 Teaching and Assessment in Pre-K Through Middle School General Music. (3) Basic music experiences as related to child development from pre-kindergarten through middle school including reading, academic language, lesson planning, assessment, classroom management, diverse learners, middle school concept, and use of appropriate music literature. Directed observations, field experiences. Open to Music majors and minors only. Prerequisites: MUS 166, 182, 184; for Choral-General specialization only, MUS 231鈥�232 or consent of instructor; ENG 180 and 280.

334 Music for the Learner with Exceptionalities. (3) Information and practice in various strategies to help Music teachers with the instruction of learners with exceptionalities in Music classrooms. Emphasis on characteristics, Universal Design, accommodations, modifications, and assistive technologies. Discussion of Response to Intervention. Field experiences and teaching experiences. Prerequisites: MUS 166, 182, 184; ENG 180 and 280; junior/senior standing; full acceptance into Teacher Education Program.

335 Teaching and Assessment in Middle/High School Choral Music. (3) Study of teaching techniques and organizational procedures of the middle-high school choral programs including resource materials, effective rehearsal and lesson planning methods, vocal pedagogy, repertoire selection/adaptation, classroom management, assessment, and reading/writing in the content area. Directed observations, field experiences. Prerequisites: MUS 166, 182, 184; ENG 180 and 280; C- or better in MUS 330; full acceptance into Teacher Education Program.

336 Teaching and Assessment in Middle/High School Instrumental Music. (3) Study of teaching techniques and organizational procedures of the M-HS instrumental programs including resource materials, effective rehearsal/lesson planning methods, instrumental pedagogy, repertoire selection and adaptation, classroom management, assessment, and reading/writing in the content area. Directed observations, field experiences. Prerequisites: MUS 166, 182, 184; ENG 180 and 280; instrumental techniques courses or equivalent background; full acceptance into Teacher Education Program.

337 Jazz Band Methods and Techniques. (2) A study of the organization of the school jazz band program, methods available for instructors, materials, techniques of rehearsals, and performances. Prerequisite: MUS 166, 182, 184.

341 Music Publishing. (2) A study of publishing as it relates to the music industry. Topics will include how music publishers acquire the rights to music copyrights and how they protect music copyrights from exploitation through music licensing. Prerequisite: MUS 141.

342 Music Administration. (2) A study of not-for-profit music organizations with an emphasis in symphony orchestra and opera company administration. Includes an examination of organization structure, funding, and audience development. Prerequisite: MUS 141 or consent of instructor. Participation in field trips required.

343 The Music Products Industry. (2) A study of the domestic and international music products industry. Topics will include the manufacturing, distribution, and retailing of musical instruments, print music, and accessories. Prerequisite: MUS 141 or consent of instructor. Participation in field trips required.

344 Artist Development. (2) A study of artist development and the live music industry from the perspective of the performing artist. Topics will include the performing artist鈥檚 management team, the artist-management agreement, advancing an artist鈥檚 career, touring, and concert promotion and production. Prerequisite: MUS 141 or consent of instructor.

345 The Recording Industry. (2) A study of the domestic and international recording industry. Topics will include industry structure, operations, and business and legal affairs. Both major and independent labels will be explored. Prerequisite: MUS 141 or consent of instructor.

348 Advanced Video and Audio Production for Live Music Performance. (3) Continuation of MUS 248. Exposure to the technical skills to master and engineer a live video stream of a musical presentation and to hone digital audio/video composing skills in post production at a professional level. Prerequisite: MUS 248 or consent of the instructor.

354 Music Therapy Clinical Skills III. (1) Design, implement, and review research for composition and improvisation music therapy methods. Develop arranging skills relevant for music therapy practice. Course must be completed with a C- or better to be eligible for internship (MUS 457). Prerequisites: MUS 166, 182, 184, and 255.

355 Music Therapy Clinical Skills IV. (1) Design, implement, and review research for receptive music therapy methods, including music assisted relaxation and song discussion. Develop basic verbal skills and advanced clinical musicianship. Course must be completed with a C- or better in order to be eligible for internship (MUS 457). Prerequisite: MUS 354.

358 Practicum in Music Therapy II. (1, repeatable to 4) Supervised clinical experience in assessing, planning, intervening, measuring, evaluating, and documenting music therapy treatment in an assigned clinical setting. Discussion of clinical and professional topics in a weekly seminar. 2 s.h. required in Music Therapy degree program with a C- or better in order to be eligible for internship (MUS 457). Prerequisite: MUS 166, 182, 184; MUS 255 and 258 with a C- or better.

367 Advanced Jazz Improvisation. (2) The elements of jazz improvisation. Listening skills, transcription, and jazz styles. Application of tonal harmonic language and scale structures to jazz improvisation. Construction of melodies utilizing voice-leading and counterpoint. Prerequisites: MUS 166, 182, 184.

381 Analysis I. (3) Analysis of common musical forms and genres from the common practice. Prerequisites: MUS 166, 282, 284; ENG 180 and 280.

387 Jazz Composition. (2) The analysis and development of compositional techniques relating to jazz with a special emphasis on composers associated with the Great American Songbook. Prerequisites: MUS 166, 182, 184, 187.

390 European Art Music I. (3) (Multicultural) Survey of music history and analysis of musical styles and their social context. Examination of important styles and musical examples cultivated in Western civilization from the Greeks to the middle of the 18th century. Writing Instruction in the Disciplines (WID) course. Prerequisites: MUS 166, 182, 184, C- or better in 190; ENG 180 and 280.

391 European Art Music II. (3) (Multicultural) Continuation of MUS 390. Examination of important styles and musical examples cultivated in Europe and the U.S. from the middle of the 18th century through the 20th century. Writing Instruction in the Disciplines (WID) course. Prerequisites: MUS 390; minors鈥攃onsent of the instructor; ENG 180 and 280.

394 Music in World Cultures. (3) (Multicultural) Study of the music, dance, and instruments of the peoples of North and South America, the Caribbean, Europe, Africa, Middle East, and Asia with emphasis on non-Western cultures. Prerequisites: ENG 180 and 280.
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395 Band/Orchestra Literature and Score Analysis. (2) Historical survey, analysis, assessment, and adaptation of instrumental music literature suitable for all levels. Development and application of score study/analysis skills to effectively teach and direct bands/orchestras. A grade of C- or above must be achieved in MUS 395 for teacher licensure. Prerequisites: one technique class from each of the following groups: MUS 132; 133/134; 135/136; 137; 330.

396 Choral Literature for the Elementary/Junior High/Senior High. (2) Study, analysis, and adaptations of the literature for elementary, middle school, and high school for like and mixed voices in choral groups. Will include both sacred and secular literature of all periods of music. IPTS including assessment, reading/writing. Prerequisites: MUS 166, 182, 184, 232, 262, 263.

398 Music and Politics. (3) Study of how music has shaped and been shaped by political discourse across a variety of historical time periods and regions. Cast studies explored include protest songs, music as propaganda, nationalist music, and musical responses to war and conflict. Prerequisites: ENG 280.

400 Independent Study. (1鈥�3, repeatable to 6) A music project outside the regular curriculum for advanced undergraduate students. Each project under the supervision of an instructor and with permission of department chairperson. Course culminates in a written report, examination, and/or performance. Prerequisites: consent of instructor and department chairperson.

401 Thesis. (3) A thesis prepared under the direction of one or more faculty members in the School of Music.

402 Recital Performance. (0) Public performance of a student recital of solo or solo/chamber literature approved by the student鈥檚 applied performance teacher. Prerequisite: pre-recital hearing approved by the appropriate applied area faculty. Graded S/U only, to be determined by faculty of the appropriate applied area.

403 Proseminar in Music. (1鈥�3, repeatable to 6) Studies in selected topics in Music. Prerequisites: consent of instructor and department chairperson.

408 Applied Jazz Studies II. (1鈥�4, repeatable up to 10 semesters) Applied study of performance elements related to jazz style, repertoire, and improvisation.

416 Applied Musical Theatre Voice, Upper Division. (1鈥�4, repeatable to 10) Applied study of vocal technique and style to meet the needs of students in the BFA Musical Theatre degree program and other students interested in learning to sing in a popular style. Prerequisite: junior Musical Theatre major or permission of instructor.

430 Marching Band Techniques. (2) Teaching, assessment, and management of marching band in secondary schools. Preparation of marching band including music, choreography, and drill for the band show. Subjects include administrative responsibilities; effective lesson planning; assessment; diverse learners; leadership and staff; equipment; and philosophies. Prerequisites: MUS 116, 166, 281, 283.

439 Teaching and Assessment in Secondary School Music. (3) Study of music learning and teaching as related to adolescent development in middle/high school. Topics include effective lesson planning, assessment, classroom management, diverse learners, reading/writing, use of academic language, and appropriate music literature. Directed observations, field experiences. Prerequisites: MUS 166, 282, 284, 330; EDS 301; full acceptance into Teacher Education Program.

441 Current Issues in Music Business. (1) A study of current issues in the music industry. In-depth research into the student鈥檚 area of interest in preparation for employment will be included. Prerequisites: MUS 141, 341, and senior standing.

442 Internship. (1鈥�12, repeatable to 12) A one-semester internship in music business or performance. Prerequisites: permission of instructor. Graded S/U only.

444 (Formerly MUS 321) Music Entrepreneurship for 21st Century Musicians. (2) Explores, studies, and develops entrepreneurial and leadership skills vital to 21st century musicians, with a focus on the connections between individual entrepreneurship, arts administration, and community engagement. Prerequisites: Music major, sophomore standing, or consent of instructor.

451 Psychology of Music. (2) Psychology and psychoacoustics of music including hearing, perception, values and preferences, musical abilities, music and media, and measurement of responses to music. Course must be completed with a C- or better in order to be eligible for internship (MUS 457). Prerequisites: 3 s.h. of Psychology coursework and MUS 166, 182, 184; or consent of instructor.

452 Research in Music Therapy. (2) Overview of empirical research methods and findings in music and music therapy. Development of APA writing style. Course must be completed with a C- or better in order to be eligible for internship (MUS 457). Prerequisites: MUS 166, 182, 184, and 158; or consent of instructor.

453 Music Therapy in Medicine. (3) Theory, research, and clinical skills related to music therapy in gerontology, neurologic illness and injury, and patients in medical hospitals. Course must be completed with a C- or better in order to be eligible for internship (MUS 457). Prerequisites: MUS 166, 182, 184, 255, 258; or consent of instructor.

454 Music Therapy in Development and Education. (3) Theory, research, and clinical skills related to music therapy in early intervention, special education, and developmental disabilities across the lifespan. Course must be completed with a C- or better in order to be eligible for internship (MUS 457). Prerequisites: MUS 166, 182, 184, 255, 258; or consent of instructor.

455 Psychological Applications and Theories in Music Therapy. (3) Theory, research, and clinical skills related to music therapy in psychotherapy, counseling, and hospice. Music therapy program design and administration. Discussion of music in therapy and music as therapy. Development of personal philosophy of music therapy, Internship preparation. Course must be completed with a C- or better in order to be eligible for internship (MUS 457). Prerequisites: MUS 166, 182, 184, 255, 258; or consent of instructor.

457 Clinical Internship in Music Therapy. (4鈥�12, not repeatable) A six-month music therapy clinical internship in approved clinical training centers. The clinical internship is in addition to and follows the completion of the undergraduate requirements for Music Therapy. Prerequisites: completion of all other undergraduate requirements for Music Therapy major including obtaining a C- or better in MUS 151, 158, 254, 255, 258, 355, 358 (2 hours required), 451, 452, 453, 454, 455, and 458.

458 Practicum in Music Therapy III. (1, repeatable to 3) Supervised, individually led clinical experience in assessing, planning, intervening, measuring, evaluating, and documenting music therapy treatment in an assigned clinical setting. Discussion of clinical and professional topics in weekly seminar. 1 s.h. required in Music Therapy degree program with a C- or better in order to be eligible for internship (MUS 457). Prerequisites: MUS 166, 182, 184; MUS 358 with a C- or better; or consent of instructor.

461 String Pedagogy. (1鈥�2, repeatable to 8) A study of the methods and approaches to the teaching of strings in class and studio. Laboratory observation and teaching. Prerequisites: string principal and consent of instructor.

465 Piano Pedagogy I. (2) Introduction to the history of piano pedagogy and current learning theories. Examination of teaching methods and materials at the beginning through intermediate levels. Lecture/discussion meetings will be complemented with student presentations. Prerequisites: MUS 182, 184; ENG 180 and 280; PSY 100 and 221; piano principal or consent of instructor.

466 Piano Pedagogy II. (2) Introduction to piano pedagogy research. Examination of teaching methods and materials for advanced and adult students. Students will be asked to complete a teaching demonstration. Prerequisite: MUS 465 or permission of instructor.

481 Counterpoint. (3) Studies in tonal counterpoint. Representative techniques and genres including invention and fugue. Prerequisites: MUS 166, 282, 284.

482 Materials of Post-Tonal Music. (3) An examination of post-tonal compositional practices and styles through exercises and analysis. Prerequisites: MUS 166, 282, 284.

483 Orchestration. (3) Study of instruments and instrumentation through practical exercises. Prerequisites: MUS 166, 282, 284.

485 Techniques of Electronic Music. (3) Fundamental concepts in electronic music and classical techniques in studio work. Prerequisites: MUS 166, 182, 184.

487 Jazz Arranging and Composition II. (2) Compositional techniques discussed and implemented include the application of non-traditional formal and harmonic designs as well as arranging and orchestration techniques relating to the jazz orchestra. Prerequisites: MUS 387, 482, or consent of instructor.

489 Special Topics in Music History. (3, repeatable to 12 with different topics) This course explores selected topics of interest including but not limited to individual composer studies, music and its intersections with historical, sociological, and cultural influences, and musical genre studies. Prerequisites: MUS 390 or 391, or consent of instructor.

490 Literature and Pedagogy of Wind and Percussion Instruments. (1鈥�3, repeatable to 3) Survey of woodwind or brass or percussion literature and pedagogy considered from its historical, formal, stylistic, and aesthetic aspects. Content varies with areas of performance and expertise. Prerequisites: Music major and/or consent of instructor.

491 History of American Music. (3) A history of music in America from colonial times to the present. Prerequisites: MUS 390, or 391, or consent of instructor; ENG 180 and 280.

492 String Literature. (2) History of stringed instruments and early performance practices. Performers, pedagogical treatises, and literature through the twentieth century.

495, 496 Piano Literature I and II. (2 per semester) Survey of keyboard literature considered from its historical, formal, stylistic and aesthetic aspects. Nonsequential. Prerequisites: MUS 182, 184; ENG 180 and 280; piano principal or consent of instructor.

497 Jazz History, Selected Topics. (2, repeatable to 4) An in-depth study of selected topics from the history of jazz. Topics in this course change each time it is taught. Prerequisites: MUS 166, 182, 184, 194; consent of instructor.

499 Vocal Literature and Pedagogy. (2, repeatable to 4) Survey of vocal literature and pedagogical philosophies and techniques considered from historical and applied aspects. Includes performance/pedagogy projects of Early English/Italian repertories, German 鈥淟ieder,鈥� French 鈥淢elodie,鈥� English language repertory as well as other selected national and ethnic traditions. Prerequisite: vocal or piano major or consent of the instructor.