ACTING CHAIR: RODNEY
CANNON
NAVIGATION: Choral
Emphasis | Instrumental Emphasis
(teaching) | Instrumental
Principal (non-keyboard) | Piano/Organ
Principal | Vocal Principal |
Music Literature | Music
Theory | Music Therapy | Music
Minor | Course Descriptions
FACULTY: Adams,
Barrett, Cannon,
Card, Corbin,
Couvillon, Daniel,
DeMers, Epps,
Hightower, Howey,
Maddison, McInturf,
Meaux, Michel,
Plugge, Smith,
Swansbourne, Whatley,
Wile, Wilson
The study of music is as old as Western education
itself and is as modern as digital technology. Music’s
enriching role in countless facets of life and culture far
exceeds attempts to summarize or to describe it. Employment
opportunities abound in music-related fields. Students in
the Sam Houston State University School of Music are grounded
in both the study and the performance of great music, ranging
from masterworks of the past to world premiers of newly-composed
works. Each student receives personal attention from a superb
faculty of musicians whose chief desire is to help the student
realize his or her maximum potential as a musician, a scholar,
and a music professional.
All music majors receive training in applied
music, music theory, music history, and, where appropriate,
professional training specific to a particular field. Each
student receives private instruction in his or her principal
applied area (such as piano, trumpet, or voice), participates
in musical ensembles (such as wind ensemble, orchestra,
choir, or jazz band), and is afforded a multitude of opportunities
to grow and develop as a musician. Students develop keyboard
skills in a state-of-the-art piano lab and have their musical
training enhanced in a Computer Assisted Instruction lab.
Numerous student organizations actively promote enrichment
across a wide array of musical interests.
All in all, the School of Music is a community
in which an exciting and busy life of music making and training
is taking place in a myriad of ways. Graduates of the School
of Music are successfully employed around the state, the
nation, and internationally as music educators, music therapists,
musical performers, and other music-related fields. Many
of students choose to pursue graduate work after completing
their bachelor degrees and find themselves prepared to do
so by their training received in the School of Music.
General Requirements for Music Majors
• Students desiring to major in music
must have previous musical experience. All students entering
the School of Music as music majors must audition in their
major performance area and be accepted for a specific degree
plan (e.g., BM with Teacher Certification, BM in Music Therapy).
• All applied music students must take
jury examinations at the end of each semester.
• Before students majoring in music
are allowed to enroll for 300 level courses in applied music,
they must pass a proficiency examination, normally administered
at the end of their fourth semester of study.
• As a component of all music degrees,
students must pass a proficiency examination in piano. Students
who do not have the requisite skills may enroll in piano
classes, which are designed to prepare students for the
proficiency exam.
• Concert attendance (15 per semester)
is required of all undergraduate music majors for at least
six semesters of their college study. Transfer students
may receive a credit or waiver for up to three semesters.
Details of this requirement are printed in the School of
Music Student Handbook.
• Enrollment in a major ensemble is
required of full-time students each long semester. The minimum
requirement is seven semesters for B.M. with teacher certification
or eight semesters for other majors. For piano principals
(non-performance majors), accompanying (ENS 110) will satisfy
a portion of this requirement. For piano performance majors,
accompanying (ENS 110) satisfies the major ensemble requirement.
Further details are printed in the School of Music Student
Handbook.
The School of Music offers instruction in
the following applied areas: Bassoon, Clarinet, Euphonium,
Flute, Guitar, Horn, Oboe, Organ, Percussion, Piano, Trumpet,
Trombone, Tuba, Saxophone, String Bass, Viola, Violin, Violoncello,
and Voice.
Music students may pursue a Bachelor’s
degree in Music with Teacher Certification; in Music with
emphases in Performance, Music Literature, or Theory/Composition;
or in Music Therapy.
Scholarships: Scholarships
in music are available both from the School of Music and
from the University to support student study. For more information
regarding scholarships, prospective or current students
should contact the Chair of the School of Music. Information
on University scholarships may be obtained from the Office
of Academic Scholarships, telephone (936) 294-1672. Interested
persons may also gather more information from the School
of Music web site.
REQUIRED COURSES FOR MAJORS
Bachelor of Music with Teacher Certification:
73 hours in music. Bachelor of Music in Performance: 75
hours. Bachelor of Music in Music Literature: 78 hours in
music. Bachelor of Music in Theory/Composition: 82-86 hours
in music. Bachelor of Music in Music Therapy: 86 hours.
See curricula below.
The Bachelor of Music curricula of the School
of Music are accredited by the National Association of Schools
of Music.
Curricula: Bachelor of Music
Major in Music with Teacher Certification
A curriculum for the Bachelor of Music degree
with teacher certification, when successfully completed,
qualifies a candidate for All-Level State Certification
to teach music in early childhood through twelfth grade.
PROGRAMS WITH CHORAL OR INSTRUMENTAL
EMPHASIS
CHORAL EMPHASIS
(for students preparing to teach vocal music) |
|
|
|
|
First Year |
Credit |
Second Year |
Credit |
MUS 122, 123, 124, 125 |
8 |
MUS 222, 223, 224 |
6 |
MUS 117, 118 |
2 |
MUS 119 |
1 |
MUS 113, 216 |
2 |
MUS 226 |
2 |
Applied lessons (100 level) |
4 |
MUS 138, 376 |
6 |
Ensemble |
2 |
Applied lessons (100 level) |
4 |
ENG 164, 165 |
6 |
Ensemble |
2 |
HIS 163, 164 |
6 |
Component Area 4 (Literature) |
6 |
MTH 164 or 170 |
3 |
Component Area 5 |
3 |
Component Area 6 (Computer
Literacy) |
3 |
Component Area 3 (Natural
Science, from two departments) |
4 |
|
36 |
Component Area 4 (Cultural Studies) |
3 |
|
|
KIN 215 |
1 |
|
|
|
38 |
|
|
|
|
Third Year |
Credit |
Fourth Year |
Credit |
MUS 377, 378, or 379 (2
courses) |
6 |
MUS 363 |
3 |
MUS 424 |
2 |
MUS 367 |
3 |
MUS 362 |
3 |
Applied lessons with Jr.
recital |
2 |
MUS 313, 310 |
2 |
Ensemble |
1 |
MUS 339, 462 |
6 |
SCM 384 |
3 |
Applied lessons (300 level) |
4 |
SED 383 |
3 |
Ensemble |
2 |
Component Area 3 (Natural
Science, from two departments) |
4 |
POL 261, POL (200-level) |
6 |
SED 480, SED 496, EED 491 |
9 |
EED 374 |
3 |
|
28 |
SED 464 |
3 |
|
|
|
37 |
|
|
INSTRUMENTAL
EMPHASIS
(for students preparing to teach instrumental music) |
|
|
|
|
First Year |
Credit |
Second Year |
Credit |
MUS 122, 123, 124, 125 |
8 |
MUS 222, 223, 224 |
6 |
MUS 113, 116, 213, 216 |
4 |
MUS 310 |
1 |
Applied lessons (100 level) |
4 |
MUS 226 |
2 |
Ensemble |
2 |
MUS 138, 376 |
6 |
ENG 164, 165 |
6 |
Applied lessons (100 level) |
4 |
HIS 163, 164 |
6 |
Ensemble |
2 |
MTH 164 or 170 |
3 |
Component Area 4 (Literature) |
6 |
Component Area 6
(Computer Literacy) |
3 |
Component Area 5 |
3 |
|
36 |
Component Area 3 (Natural
Science, from two departments) |
4 |
|
|
Component Area 4 (Cultural Studies) |
3 |
|
|
KIN 215 |
1 |
|
|
|
38 |
|
|
|
|
Third Year |
Credit |
Fourth Year |
Credit |
MUS 377, 378, or 379 (2
courses) |
6 |
MUS 363 |
3 |
MUS 424 |
2 |
Applied lessons with Jr. Recital |
2 |
MUS 362 |
3 |
Ensemble |
1 |
MUS 313, 316 |
2 |
SED 464 |
3 |
MUS 367 |
3 |
SCM 384 |
3 |
MUS 339, 461 |
6 |
SED 383 |
3 |
Applied lessons (300 level) |
4 |
Component Area 3 (Natural
Science, from two departments) |
4 |
Ensemble |
2 |
SED 480, SED 496, EED 491 |
9 |
POL 261, POL (200-level) |
6 |
|
28 |
SED 374 |
3 |
|
|
|
37 |
|
|
Curricula: Bachelor of Music
Major in Music with emphasis in Music Performance
The curriculum in music performance is designed
to challenge and develop students with exceptional performance
ability and potential. Among other goals, students who pursue
this degree may be seeking careers as professional performers
and/or planning to further their studies with graduate work.
INSTRUMENTAL
(NON-KEYBOARD) PRINCIPAL |
|
|
|
|
First Year |
Credit |
Second Year |
Credit |
MUS 122, 123, 124, 125 |
8 |
MUS 222, 223, 224 |
6 |
Applied lessons (100 level) |
4 |
MUS 226 |
2 |
Ensemble |
2 |
MUS 138, 376 |
6 |
ENG 164, 165 |
6 |
Applied lessons (100 level) |
4 |
HIS 163, 164 |
6 |
Ensemble |
2 |
MTH 164 or 170 |
3 |
Component Area 4 (Literature) |
3 |
Component Area 6
(Computer Literacy) |
3 |
Component Area 5 |
3 |
|
32 |
Component Area 3 (Natural Science, from
two departments) |
4 |
|
|
KIN 215 |
1 |
|
|
|
31 |
|
|
|
|
Third Year |
Credit |
Fourth Year |
Credit |
MUS 377, 378, or 379 (2
courses) |
6 |
MUS 362 |
3 |
MUS 363 |
3 |
Advanced music theory elective |
3 |
MUS 461 |
3 |
MUS 424 |
2 |
Applied lessons (300 level) |
4 |
Applied lessons (300 level) |
8 |
Applied lessons with Jr.
recital |
4 |
MUS 417 |
1 |
Ensemble |
2 |
Ensemble |
2 |
Component Area 4 (Cultural
Studies) |
3 |
POL (200-level) |
3 |
POL 261 |
3 |
Component Area 3 (Natural Science, from
two departments) |
4 |
Electives |
5 |
Electives |
6 |
|
33 |
|
32 |
|
|
|
|
PIANO OR ORGAN
PRINCIPAL |
|
|
|
|
First Year |
Credit |
Second Year |
Credit |
MUS 122, 123, 124, 125 |
8 |
MUS 222, 223, 224 |
6 |
Applied lessons (100 level) |
4 |
MUS 226 |
2 |
Ensemble |
2 |
MUS 138, 376 |
6 |
ENG 164, 165 |
6 |
Applied lessons (100 level) |
4 |
HIS 163, 164 |
6 |
Ensemble |
2 |
MTH 164 or 170 |
3 |
Component Area 4 (Literature) |
3 |
Component Area 6
(Computer Literacy) |
3 |
Component Area 5 |
3 |
|
32 |
Component Area 3 (Natural Science, from
two departments) |
4 |
|
|
KIN 215 |
1 |
|
|
|
31 |
|
|
|
|
Third Year |
Credit |
Fourth Year |
Credit |
MUS 377, 378, or 379 (2
courses) |
6 |
MUS 465 |
3 |
MUS 363 |
3 |
Advanced music theory elective |
3 |
MUS 492 |
3 |
MUS 424 |
2 |
Applied lessons (300 level) |
4 |
Applied lessons (300 level) |
8 |
Applied lessons with Jr.
recital |
4 |
MUS 417 |
1 |
Ensemble |
2 |
Ensemble |
2 |
Component Area 4 (Cultural
Studies) |
3 |
POL (200-level) |
3 |
POL 261 |
3 |
Component Area 3 (Natural Science, from
two departments) |
4 |
Electives |
5 |
Electives |
6 |
|
33 |
|
32 |
VOCAL PRINCIPAL |
|
|
|
|
First Year |
Credit |
Second Year |
Credit |
MUS 122, 123, 124, 125 |
8 |
MUS 222, 223, 224 |
6 |
MUS 117, 118 |
2 |
MUS 119 |
1 |
Applied lessons (100 level) |
4 |
MUS 226 |
2 |
Ensemble |
2 |
MUS 138, 376 |
6 |
ENG 164, 165 |
6 |
Applied lessons (100 level) |
4 |
HIS 163, 164 |
6 |
Ensemble |
2 |
MTH 164 or 170 |
3 |
Component Area 4 (Literature) |
3 |
Component Area 6
(Computer Literacy) |
3 |
Component Area 5 |
3 |
|
34 |
Component Area 3 (Natural
Science, from two departments) |
4 |
|
|
KIN 215 |
1 |
|
|
|
32 |
|
|
|
|
Third Year |
Credit |
Fourth Year |
Credit |
MUS 377, 378, or 379 (2
courses) |
6 |
MUS 424 |
2 |
MUS 363 |
3 |
Applied lessons (300 level) |
8 |
MUS 462 |
3 |
MUS 417 |
1 |
Applied lessons (300 level) |
4 |
Advanced music theory
elective (2 courses) |
6 |
Applied lessons with Jr.
recital |
4 |
Ensemble |
2 |
Ensemble |
2 |
GER 263 |
3 |
POL 261 |
3 |
GER 264 |
3 |
GER 141 |
4 |
POL (200-level) |
3 |
GER 142 |
4 |
Component Area 3 (Natural
Science, from two departments) |
4 |
|
33 |
|
32 |
Curriculum: Bachelor
of Music
Major in Music with emphasis in Music Literature |
The major in music literature
curriculum, strongly concentrated on the study of
music history and literature, is designed principally
to prepare the student for entry into graduate study
in musicology. |
First Year |
Credit |
Second Year |
Credit |
MUS 122, 123, 124, 125 |
8 |
MUS 222, 223, 224 |
6 |
Applied lessons (100 level) |
4 |
MUS 226 |
2 |
Ensemble |
2 |
MUS 138, 376 |
6 |
ENG 164, 165 |
6 |
Applied lessons (100 level) |
4 |
HIS 163, 164 |
6 |
Ensemble |
2 |
MTH 164 or 170 |
3 |
Component Area 4 (Literature) |
3 |
Component Area 6
(Computer Literacy) |
3 |
Component Area 5 |
3 |
|
32 |
Component Area 3 (Natural Science, from
two departments) |
4 |
|
|
KIN 215 |
1 |
|
|
|
31 |
|
|
|
|
Third Year |
Credit |
Fourth Year |
Credit |
MUS 377, 378, or 379 (2
courses) |
6 |
Advanced music theory electives |
6 |
Advanced music theory electives |
6 |
MUS 424 |
2 |
Applied lessons (300 level) |
4 |
Applied lessons (300 level) |
4 |
Ensemble |
2 |
Ensemble |
2 |
GER 141 |
4 |
POL 261, POL (200-level) |
6 |
GER 142 |
4 |
Component Area 3 (Natural Science, from
two departments) |
4 |
Advanced music literature
electives |
6 |
Advanced music literature
electives |
6 |
|
32 |
|
30 |
Curriculum:
Bachelor of Music
Major in Music with emphasis in Theory/Composition |
The major in music theory/composition
is designed to prepare the student for graduate study
in the field. Students who normally pursue this degree
are those who have career interests as composers or
as teachers of theory/composition. |
First Year |
Credit |
Second Year |
Credit |
MUS 122, 123, 124, 125 |
8 |
MUS 222, 223, 224 |
6 |
Instrumental techniques |
1 |
MUS 226 |
2 |
Applied lessons (100 level) |
4 |
MUS 138, 376 |
6 |
Ensemble |
2 |
Instrumental techniques (2 courses) |
2 |
ENG 164, 165 |
6 |
Applied lessons (100 level) |
4 |
HIS 163, 164 |
6 |
Ensemble |
2 |
MTH 164 or 170 |
3 |
Component Area 4 (Literature) |
3 |
Component Area 6
(Computer Literacy) |
3 |
Component Area 5 |
3 |
|
33 |
Component Area 3 (Natural
Science, from two departments) |
4 |
|
|
KIN 215 |
1 |
|
|
|
33 |
|
|
|
|
Third Year |
Credit |
Fourth Year |
Credit |
MUS 377, 378, or 379 (2
courses) |
6 |
MUS 465 |
3 |
MUS 362 |
3 |
Advanced music theory electives |
6 |
MUS 424 |
2 |
Applied lessons (300 level) |
4 |
Advanced music theory electives |
6 |
PNO 301X* |
4 |
MUS 371, 372 |
6 |
MUS 417 |
1 |
Applied lessons (300 level) |
4 |
Ensemble |
2 |
Ensemble |
2 |
GER or FRN 142 |
4 |
GER or FRN 141 |
4 |
POL 261, POL (200-level) |
6 |
|
33 |
Component Area 3 (Natural
Science, from two departments) |
4 |
|
|
|
30-34 |
*For piano principals, this requirement is satisfied by applied
lessons
Curriculum:
Bachelor of Music
Major in Music Therapy |
The music therapy curriculum
prepares the student for a career as a music therapist
and includes the requisite professional certification.
A one-semester internship concludes this course of
study.
|
First Year |
Credit |
Second Year |
Credit |
MUS 122, 123, 124, 125 |
8 |
MUS 222, 223, 224 |
6 |
MUS 113 |
1 |
MUS 226 |
2 |
Applied lessons (100 level) |
4 |
MUS 138 |
3 |
Ensemble |
2 |
MUS 238, 239 |
6 |
ENG 164, 165 |
6 |
MUS 162 |
3 |
HIS 163, 164 |
6 |
Applied lessons (100 level) |
4 |
MTH 164 or 170 |
3 |
Ensemble |
2 |
KIN 215 or accepted substitute |
1 |
PSY 131 |
3 |
|
31 |
Component Area 4 (Literature) |
3 |
|
|
|
32 |
|
|
|
|
Third Year |
Credit |
Fourth Year |
Credit |
MUS 210 |
2 |
MUS 210 |
2 |
MUS 213 |
1 |
MUS 165 or 166 |
3 |
MUS 310 |
1 |
MUS 313 |
1 |
MUS 365, 366 |
6 |
MUS 495, 496 |
6 |
MUS 336 |
3 |
MUS 376, 377, 378, or 379 |
3 |
MUS 336 |
3 |
Ensemble |
2 |
Applied lessons (300 level) |
4 |
BIO 245 |
4 |
Ensemble |
2 |
PHL 471 |
3 |
Component Area 6
(Computer Literacy) |
3 |
POL 261, POL (200-level) |
6 |
PSY 331 |
3 |
Component Area 3 (Natural Science, from
two departments) |
4 |
SOC 168 |
3 |
|
34 |
SPD 231 |
3 |
|
|
|
34 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
Fifth Year |
Credit |
|
|
MUS 497, 498
(One-semester internship) |
6 |
|
|
OPTIONAL COURSES: Music Therapy
in a Correctional Setting: CJ 373, 436, 360, 482
Curriculum: Minor in Music
Students who elect music as a minor must complete
a minimum of eighteen hours in theory, applied music, or
music literature, six of which must be advanced (300 level
and above). Up to twelve hours of applied music may be used
in the minor. Students who desire to enroll in private instruction
must audition for the school in their respective applied
areas.
Students who choose music as a teaching minor must complete
the following courses.
MUS 122, 123, 124, 125
MUS 138
MUS 367, 368
Applied Music (4 hours)
Music Electives (6 hours)
Piano Proficiency Examination
Ensemble Enrollment for five semesters
All-level certification to teach music is not available to
students who minor in music.
MUSIC COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
ENSEMBLES
The following performance groups are open to
all students of the University who qualify by audition:
Jazz Band |
ENS 115 |
Band |
ENS 116, 316 |
Orchestra |
ENS 117, 317 |
Opera Workshop |
ENS 119 |
Chamber Music |
ENS 118 |
Production Workshop |
ENS 219 |
Accompanying |
ENS 110 |
Wind Ensemble |
ENS 216, 416 |
Mixed Chorus |
ENS 111, 311 |
|
|
Not more than eight hours earned in ensembles may be counted
toward a degree unless specified.
ENS 110 |
Major ensemble for keyboard students (performance major
only). |
ENS 111, 311 |
Major ensemble for vocal students. |
ENS 116, 216, 316, 416 |
Major ensemble for wind and percussion students. |
ENS 117, 317 |
Major ensemble for string students. |
For information regarding Common Course numbers for Ensemble
courses, please refer to the Common Course listing in this
catalogue.
APPLIED MUSIC
MUS 110X CLASS
PIANO FOR NON-MUSIC MAJORS. [MUSI 1101] Basic techniques
of piano playing. Development of musical literacy with respect
to the keyboard. Designed for the non-music major. Two hours
lecture and practice. Credit 1.
MUS 111X CLASS PIANO, LEVEL
1. [MUSI 1181] Basic techniques of piano playing.
Development of musical skills with respect to the keyboard.
Designed for the music major who has little familiarity with
the keyboard. Two hours lecture and practice. Credit 1.
MUS 112X CLASS PIANO, LEVEL
2. [MUSI 1182] Basic techniques of piano playing.
Development of musical skills with respect to the keyboard.
Prerequisite: MUS 111X. Credit 1.
MUS 113X CLASS PIANO, LEVEL
3. [MUSI 2181 ]Basic techniques of piano playing.
Further development of musical skills with respect to the
keyboard. Prerequisite: MUS 112X. Credit 1.
MUS 114X CLASS PIANO, LEVEL
4. [MUSI 2182] Basic techniques of piano playing.
Enhancement of musical skills to provide minimum competencies
on keyboard necessary for completion of the music degree.
Prerequisite: MUS 113X. Credit 1.
MUS 113 [MUSI 1166]:116 [MUSI
1167] STUDY OF WOODWINDS. Basic techniques of playing
clarinet, saxophone, oboe, bassoon, flute, and piccolo. Three
hours lecture and practice. Credit 1 each.
MUS 117:118:119 SINGERS DICTION.
117: English and Italian. 118: French. 119: German.
These courses are designed to familiarize singers with the
pronunciation of each language as sung in choral music, recital
literature, and opera. Prerequisites: MUS 117, none; MUS 118
and 119, MUS 117. Credit 1 each.
MUS 162 FUNDAMENTALS OF GUITAR.
[MUSI 1303] Basic guitar technique for the beginning student
is combined with a study of the fundamentals of music notation.
Not open to music majors. No prerequisite. Credit 3.
MUS 165:166 FUNDAMENTALS OF
SINGING. A study of the physiology of vocal music
production and the development of the singing voice. Emphasis
on correct peathing, tone placement, vowel formations, stage
presence and musical interpretation. Not open to students
majoring in Music. Credit 3 each.
MUS 213 [MUSI 1168]:216 [MUSI
2168] STUDY OF BRASSES. Basic techniques of playing
trumpet, trombone, French horn, baritone, and tuba. Three
hours lecture and practice. Credit 1 each.
MUS 226 CONDUCTING I.
An introduction to the basic techniques of conducting choral
and instrumental music. Prerequisite: Sophomore standing.
Credit 2.
MUS 262 ADVANCED GUITAR.
Continuation of fundamentals of guitar with guitar techniques
for advanced students combined with study of fundamentals
of music notation. Credit 3.
MUS 310 STUDY OF PERCUSSION.
Basic techniques of playing all percussion instruments. Three
hours lecture and practice. Credit 1.
MUS 313:316 STUDY OF STRINGS.
Basic techniques of playing violin, viola, violoncello, and
string brass. Three hours lecture and practice. Credit 1 each.
MUS 314 CONDUCTING LABORATORY.
See MUS 424.
MUS 417 RECITAL. A
public solo performance reflecting the work of one full semester
of preparation at the upper division level under supervision
of the applied music faculty. The student must be concurrently
enrolled for applied music instruction and must have his/her
program approved by his/her professor. An audition must be
passed at least three weeks prior to the scheduled performance.
Credit 1.
MUS 424 CONDUCTING II.
The study and application of advanced conducting technique
as applied to instrumental and choral ensembles with emphasis
on the development of analytical and interpretative skills.
Prerequisite: MUS 226 or consent of instructor. MUS 314 must
be taken concurrently. Three hours lecture. Credit 2.
MUS 461 TECHNIQUES FOR WIND
AND STRING INSTRUMENTS. A study of the literature,
methods, and teaching techniques of wind and string instruments.
May be taken by conference. Prerequisites: Senior standing
in music performance and consent of instructor. Credit 3.
MUS 462 VOCAL PEDAGOGY AND
TECHNIQUES. Introduction to the teaching of voice,
in both the private and group settings. Students will survey
different schools of approach and study of the physiology
of singing. Credit 3.
MUS 492 METHODS IN TEACHING
PIANO MUSIC. A general survey of methods of approach
and techniques necessary for the teaching of piano. Procedures
for both private and class instruction are studied as are
relevant materials. Credit 3.
*Subject to action by the Board of Regents, The Texas State
University System, and the Texas Higher Education Coordinating
Board.
APPLIED MUSIC INSTRUCTION |
BSN 101X, 301X, 302X Bassoon |
HRN 101X, 301X, 302X Horn |
STB 101X, 301X, 302X String Bass |
CEL 101X, 301X, 302X Cello |
OBO 101X, 301X, 302X Oboe |
TBA 101X, 301X, 302X Tuba |
CLR 101X, 301X, 302X Clarinet |
ORG 101X, 301X, 302X Organ |
TRB 101X, 301X, 302X Trombone |
EUP 101X, 301X, 302X Euphonium |
PER 101X, 301X, 302X Percussion |
TRP 101X, 301X, 302X Trumpet |
FLU 101X, 301X, 302X Flute |
PNO 101X, 301X, 302X Piano |
VLA 101X, 301X, 302X Viola |
GUI 101X, 301X, 302X Guitar |
SAX 101X, 301X, 302X Saxophone |
VLN 101X, 301X, 302X Violin |
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VOI 101X, 301X, 302X Voice |
Applied Music Fees. Students
enrolled in Applied Music Instruction are required to
pay a fee at the time of registration on a per-course
basis as follows: |
1-hour course |
$30.00 |
3-hour course |
$75.00 |
2-hour course |
$60.00 |
4-hour course |
$75.00 |
There is no additional charge for use of
practice rooms. |
MUSIC THEORY AND COMPOSITION
MUS 122 THEORY
OF MUSIC I. [MUSI 1211] An introduction to the fundamental
materials and structures of music. All diatonic scales and
intervals, notation and structure of basic rhythmic organizations,
and simple vertical sonorities are explored, using the keyboard
as an adjunct tool. A study of tonality, key systems, and
simple phrase and period forms are applied to creative work
in order to integrate all concepts with the student’s
work in applied and historical studies. The semester ends
with an introduction to the study of tertian harmony as exemplified
in tonal music and including diatonic triads. Credit 2.
MUS 123 THEORY OF MUSIC II.
[MUSI 1212] Continuation of THEORY OF MUSIC I, expanding the
tertian harmonic vocabulary to include the dominant seventh
chord, and an introduction to secondary sevenths, secondary
dominants and leading tone chords, and modulation. The study
of ternary, binary, and through-composed forms and their application
to creative work. Prerequisite: MUS 122. Credit 2.
MUS 124 MUSICIANSHIP I.
[MUSI 1216] Intensive drill in the development of sight-singing
and aural skills. The material used is coordinated with that
of THEORY I. Credit 2.
MUS 125 MUSICIANSHIP II.
[MUSI 1217] Continuation of MUSICIANSHIP I. Material is coordinated
with that of THEORY II. Prerequisites: MUS 122 and 124. Credit
2.
MUS 161 INTRODUCTION TO THE
STUDY OF MUSIC. [MUSI 1301] The study of the fundamentals
of music, including major and minor scales, rhythm, chords,
sight-reading, and ear-training. Not open to music majors
or minors. Credit 3.
MUS 222 THEORY OF MUSIC III.
[MUSI 2211] A continuation of the study of harmonic
and melodic materials of tonal music expanded to include all
characteristic diatonic and chromatic resources and their
application in keyboard work and creative projects. Formal
procedures studied include the larger traditional structures
such as the rondo, sonata, and contrapuntal forms. Prerequisites:
MUS 123 and 124. Credit 2.
MUS 223 THEORY OF MUSIC IV.
[MUSI 2212] A study of musical materials and structures that
evolved in the late nineteenth and twentieth centuries. Emphasis
is placed on the investigation of the entire panorama of twentieth
century music including folk, ethnic, and jazz idioms in addition
to the developments in the classical tradition. Prerequisite:
MUS 222. Credit 2.
MUS 224 MUSICIANSHIP III.
[MUSI 2216] Continuation of MUSICIANSHIP II. Material is coordinated
with that of THEORY III. Prerequisites: MUS 123 and 125. Credit
2.
MUS 362 ORCHESTRATION AND ANALYSIS.
A study of basic techniques of instrumentation, including
ranges, transpositions, and characteristics of band and orchestral
instruments. Practical application in the form of projects
for various instrumental combinations. Prerequisite: MUS 222.
Credit 3.
MUS 363 STRUCTURE AND ANALYSIS.
A study of musical structure and design from all historical
periods. Introduces diverse methods of musical analysis to
gain an ability to distinguish various stylistic idioms. Emphasis
is placed on analytical findings as it relates to application
in teaching, performance, music therapy, conducting, and/or
composition. Prerequisite: MUS 223. Credit 3.
MUS 370 CLASS COMPOSITION.
An introduction to the craft of composition. Projects involve
the application of basic creative techniques which generate
complete pieces, diverse stylistic idioms, and aesthetic considerations.
May be repeated for credit. Prerequisites: MUS 222 and 224
or permission of instructor. Credit 3.
MUS 371:372 JUNIOR COMPOSITION.
The study and practice of strict composition. Reference is
made to the practices of the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries,
but with emphasis on the stylistic idioms of the twentieth
century. May be taken by conference. Prerequisite: MUS 223.
Credit 3 each.
MUS 464 SEMINAR IN COMPOSITION.
Creative activity in the composition of larger forms under
individual faculty supervision. Prerequisite: MUS 372. Credit
3.
MUS 465 COUNTERPOINT AND ANALYSIS.
A survey of polyphony of the eighteenth through the twentieth
centuries with emphasis on creative projects. Prerequisite:
MUS 223. Credit 3.
MUS 474 TWENTIETH-CENTURY MUSICAL
STYLES. Trends, techniques, and the various styles
of musical composition in the twentieth century, beginning
with Impressionism, studied conceptually and aurally. Concepts
are applied to exercises in composition. Prerequisite: MUS
223. Credit 3.
MUSIC EDUCATION, LITERATURE AND HISTORY
MUS 138 SURVEY
OF MUSIC LITERATURE. [MUSI 1308] The fundamentals
of music terminology, standard instrumental and vocal forms,
and representative composers and compositions from secular
and sacred music of most eras are. Prerequisites: MUS 122,
124 or school consent. Credit 3.
MUS 264 HISTORY OF ROCK, JAZZ,
AND POPULAR MUSIC. [MUSI 1310] A survey of the history
of jazz, rock, and popular music beginning with their common
origins in African, European, and late 19th-century southern
folk music. Continues through the latest trends and includes
individual musicians as well as stylistic details. No prerequisite;
for non-music majors. Credit 3.
MUS 265 MUSIC APPRECIATION.
[MUSI 1306] A general survey of music literature
designed for the non-music major. Representative composers
and their works are studied through recordings, lectures,
reports, and live performances. Credit 3.
MUS 339 INTRODUCTION TO MUSIC
EDUCATION. A survey of the responsibilities, competencies,
and contemporary issues that pertain to the professional music
educator. Credit 3.
MUS 367:368 STUDIES IN MUSIC
FOR CHILDREN. Introduction to Kodály philosophy
and materials, Orff instruments, folk song materials, solfege
and basic theory for children. Several types of curricula
for grades K-6 are presented. Prerequisite: MUS 123. Credit
3 each.
MUS 376:377:378:379 HISTORY
OF MUSIC. A study of musical styles, forms, and textures
in history from antiquity to the present. The first course
includes music from antiquity through the Renaissance. The
second course covers the period from Monteverdi to Beethoven.
The third course begins with the later works of Beethoven
and extends to the end of the 19th century. The fourth course
begins with Debussy and extends to the present era. Prerequisites:
MUS 138; junior standing or consent of instructor. Credit
3 each.
MUS 468 SEMINAR IN RESEARCH
AND CREATIVE ACTIVITIES. A course in which the undergraduate
student may pursue advanced specialized study under faculty
supervision in the areas of composition, music literature,
analysis, and research. May be repeated for credit. (This
course may be taken for Academic Distinction credit. See Academic
Distinction Program in this catalogue.) Credit 3.
MUS 493 PHILOSOPHICAL FOUNDATIONS
OF MUSIC. An overview of the major topics related
to the philosophy of music and the underlying bases of the
development of such a philosophy. Topics to be covered include
aesthetics, perception, aptitude, and research, all as they
relate to the field of music. Credit 3.
MUSIC THERAPY
MUS 210 PRACTICUM
IN MUSIC. Supervised pre-clinical experience in community
settings; each semester of study is correlated with the population
being considered in the corresponding core music therapy course.
Credit 1 (4 semesters).
MUS 238 INTRODUCTION TO MUSIC
THERAPY. A survey of the role of music as therapy
in educational, psychiatric, hospital, nursing home, and prison
settings. No prerequisite. Credit 3.
MUS 239 PSYCHOLOGY OF MUSIC.
A study of the effect of music on the mind. Topics include
musical acoustics, music perception, and experimental research
in music. No prerequisite. Credit 3.
MUS 336 INSTRUMENTAL SKILLS
FOR THE MUSIC THERAPY SETTING. Study of instrumental
skills as applied in the music therapy setting utilizing guitar,
dulcimer, keyboard percussion, and Latin American instruments.
Research findings in the music therapy literature will be
used in structuring improvisational opportunities for specific
music therapy populations. Prerequisite: Music or music therapy
major. Credit 3.
MUS 365 OBSERVATION AND MEASUREMENT
IN MUSIC THERAPY. A study of current assessment and
evaluation procedures used in music therapy and the application
of observational recording techniques in educational, social,
and therapeutic settings. Prerequisite: Admission to music
therapy program. MUS 210 must be taken concurrently. Credit
3.
MUS 366 MUSIC THERAPY TECHNIQUES
I. An examination of music therapy techniques used
in the special education setting and current legislation related
to education of students with disabilities and music/music
therapy to be provided. Prerequisite: MUS 365. MUS 210 must
be taken concurrently. Credit 3.
MUS 495 MUSIC THERAPY TECHNIQUES
II. A study of music therapy procedures used with
adults in aging adult settings and an examination of issues
concerning the use of music therapy within this population.
Prerequisites: MUS 366. MUS 210 must be taken concurrently.
Credit 3.
MUS 496 MUSIC THERAPY TECHNIQUES
III. A seminar presentation of contemporary issues
in the field of music therapy. Prerequisite: MUS 495. MUS
210 must be taken concurrently. Credit 3.
MUS 497 INTERNSHIP IN MUSIC
THERAPY. First three-month period of supervised clinical
experience at site approved by the American Music Therapy
Association (AMTA). Prerequisite: Completion of music therapy
core sequence. Credit 3.
MUS 498 INTERNSHIP IN MUSIC
THERAPY. Second three-month period of supervised
clinical experience. Prerequisite: MUS 497. Credit 3.
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