Music (MUS)

MUS 1101 Music Theory & Literature I Aural Lab
Development of basic aural skills related to sight singing, rhythmic dictation, and keyboard harmony, using examples from all major stylistic periods. Concurrent with MUS 1203.

MUS 1113 Music in American Society
A listening survey of popular styles in America, such as folk, jazz, rock, or country-western.

MUS 1123 Music Literature and Appreciation
A listening survey of the music of Western civilization from the Romantic and 20th century periods.

MUS 1132 Beginning Music Reading
This course is designed to provide the student with basic music reading, listening and music identification skills.

MUS 1203 Music Theory & Literature I, Intro to Music
Study Study of basic concepts of musical language, forms and concepts, using examples of literature from all major stylistic periods.

MUS 1213 Fundamentals of Music
The rudiments of music, functional notation, and acoustic principles in historical context for beginners in music study. (Not for music majors)

MUS 1231 Music Theory & Literature II Aural Lab
Aural analysis and skills including: beginning music reading, dictation, keyboard harmony and aural analysis of standard works. Continuation of MUS 1101. Concurrent with MUS 1243

MUS 1243 Music Theory and Literature Ii, Elem
Writing and Analysis Basic compositional procedures and analytical systems; melodic study, two-part compositions and analysis of literature.

MUS 1302 Introduction to Music Education
An overview of the music education profession, emphasizing the history, philosophy, and standard practices of the public school music classroom.

MUS 1400 Recital Attendance
Opportunities to hear performances of diverse literature. (Required for all music majors)

MUS 1411 Choral Union
A vocal ensemble of mixed voices that performs large scale works such as cantatas, masses and oratorios; open to both university students and members of the community. (May be repeated for credit)

MUS 1420 University Chorale
A vocal ensemble of mixed voices that performs choral music from all style periods in regular campus and off- campus concerts and tours; open to all university students by audition. (May be repeated, and taken for 1 or 2 hours credit)

MUS 1430 University Band
Open to all university students upon audition and acceptance by the conductor. Marching band during football season, concert band during the remainder of the year. (May be repeated, and taken for 1 or 2 hours credit)

MUS 1441 Marching Band
Open to all university students upon audition and acceptance by the conductor. Marching Band during the fall semesters. May be repeated for credit.

MUS 1460 Women’s Chorus
A variety of music will be performed from the literature composed expressly for women’s voices. (Open to all women, may be repeated for credit)

MUS 1470 Jazz Ensemble Stage Band
Open to all university students. Audition and permission required. Study and performance of swing, jazz and popular music of the 20th Century. (May be repeated, and taken for one or two hours credit.)

MUS 1510 Lower-Division Secondary Applied Music
Individual instruction in voice, keyboard, or orchestral instrument. (Field of study is course title. May be repeated for credit.)

MUS 2141 Beginning Class Piano
Class instruction in the fundamentals of keyboard technique for beginning piano students.

MUS 2201 Music Theory & Literature III Aural Lab
Continuation of MUS 1231. Aural analysis and sight- reading of diatonic melodies, contrapuntal dictation in two parts and harmonic dictation using all diatonic triads. (Concurrent with MUS 2213)

MUS 2213 Music Theory and Literature Iii,
Intermediate Writing and Analysis Continuation of MUS 1243. Two- and three-part compositions and analysis of monothematic and strophic forms, diatonic triads, seventh chords and modulation.

MUS 2231 Music Theory & Literature IV Aural Lab
Continuation of MUS 2201. Aural analysis; harmonic dictation of chromatic harmony; sight-reading of modulation melodies. Concurrent with MUS 2243

MUS 2243 Music Theory and Literature Iv, Advanced
Writing and Analysis Continuation of MUS 2213. Four-part writing and analysis, smaller homophonic forms, chromatic harmony and advanced modulation.

MUS 2301 Piano Accompanying
Required of all piano Bachelor of Music Performance degree students. Students will accompany a vocal ensemble and be assigned to accompany students in solo and chamber music performances.

MUS 2341 Elementary Class Piano I
First semester of piano study in the sequence of piano curriculum for music majors. Music majors must pass with a grade of C or better. Class instruction in the development of basic functional knowledge of the piano.

MUS 2361 Child/Adolescent Voice Development
Study of the physiological development of the adolescent, pubertal, and high school singing voice. Students will explore age-appropriate vocalizes designed to improve singing skills among adolescent singers.

MUS 2401 Elementary Brass Class
Brass pedagogy involved in teaching Trumpet, Horn, Trombone, Euphonium and Tuba in public schools; to acquire the ability to play simple melodies and scales. (Semiprivate)

MUS 2411 Elem Woodwind Class
Woodwind pedagogy involved in teaching Flute, Oboe, Clarinet, and Bassoon in public schools; to acquire the ability to play simple melodies and scales. (Semiprivate)

MUS 2421 Elementary String Class
Class instruction in the fundamentals of string technique for beginning string students. (Semiprivate)

MUS 2431 Elementary Percussion Class
Class instruction in the fundamentals of percussion technique for beginning percussion students. (Semiprivate)

MUS 2441 Elementary Class Piano II
Class instruction in the fundamentals of keyboard technique for beginning piano students. (Semiprivate; may be repeated for credit) Second semester of study in sequence of piano curriculum for music majors. Music majors must pass with a grade of Cor better. Continuation of MUS 2341

MUS 2451 Elementary Voice Class
Elementary instruction in basic vocal technique combined with an elementary survey of appropriate vocal literature. (Semiprivate; may be repeated for credit)

MUS 2461 Elementary Guitar Class
A recreational course for personal and general education enrichment. (Semiprivate; may be repeated for credit)

MUS 2471 Lyric Diction I
A study of the international phonetic alphabet as it applies to singing. Course includes laboratory experiences in pronunciation and performance through vocal literature. (English and Italian)

MUS 2481 Lyric Diction II
A study of the international phonetic alphabet as it applies to singing. Course includes laboratory experiences in pronunciation and performance through vocal literature. (German and French)

MUS 2510 Lower-Division Major Applied Music
Individual instruction in voice, keyboard, and orchestral instruments. (Field of study is course title. May be repeated for credit.)

MUS 2541 Intermediate Class Piano I
Third semester of piano study in the sequence of piano curriculum for music majors. Music majors must pass with a grade of C or better, Demonstration of ability to successfully complete any four of the seven proficiency skills. The four will be chosen from sight-reading, harmonization, transposition, 1 hymn & 3 patriotic songs, all major/minor scales, chords and arpeggios (all two octaves), accompaniment, d open score.

MUS 2641 Intermediate Class Piano II
Fourth semester of piano study in the sequence of piano curriculum for music majors. Music majors must pass with a grade of C or better. Demonstration of ability to successfully complete the remaining two or three proficiency skills listed for MUS 2541 depending on the degree sought.

MUS 3012 History of Western Music I
A study of the evolution of musical styles and forms from antiquity through the Renaissance era.

MUS 3022 History of Western Music II
A study of the evolution of musical styles and forms from the Baroque through the Classical eras. Instructor consent required.

MUS 3032 History of Western Musis III
A study of the evolution of musical styles and forms from the Romantic era through the 21st Century. Instructor consent required.

MUS 3092 Guitar Literature
A survey of classical guitar literature in a broad historical, formal and technical context.

MUS 3102 Brass Literature
A survey of literature for the various instruments in the bras family, taken from all historical style periods.

MUS 3113 History of Music I
A study of the evolution of musical styles an d forms from antiquity through the Baroque era.

MUS 3123 History of Music II
A continuation of MUS 3113. Study of styles and forms from the Classic period to the present.

MUS 3133 Introduction to World Music
This is a survey course in which music is studied within the context of culture. This will involve studying music from a global perspective, exploring music both as a phenomenon of sound and a phenomenon of culture. Students will examine representative examples of music in the Western and non-Western world and develop a vocabulary and deeper understanding to discuss the musical and social aspects of each culture. In addition, students will learn to identify style characteristics, structural components, instruments, ensemble types, and dance forms from each culture.

MUS 3142 Percussion Literature
A survey of literature for the various instruments in the percussion family, taken from all historic al style periods.

MUS 3152 Piano Literature
A survey of piano literature from all style periods.

MUS 3162 Vocal Literature
A survey of solo vocal literature for all voice types, from all historical style periods.

MUS 3172 Woodwind Literature
A survey of solo literature for the various instruments in the woodwind family, taken from all historical style periods.

MUS 3182 Wind Band Literature
A survey of wind band literature suitable for various levels of instruction spanning the documented history of the medium from 1550 to the present.

MUS 3192 Choral Literature
One semester course designed to survey choral music literature from the perspective of historically significant works and the utilitarian perspective of appropriateness for particular types of ensembles.

MUS 3201 Music Theory and Literature V Aural Lab
Continuation of MUS 2231. Aural analysis; advanced music reading problems including contemporary music. Concurrent with MUS 3213.

MUS 3231 Music Theory and Literature VI Aural Lab
Continuation of MUS 3201. Aural analysis, advanced problems in sight-singing, dictation and keyboard harmony. Concurrent with MUS 3243.

MUS 3302 Brass Pedagogy
A study of teaching methods appropriate for brass instruments.

MUS 3323 Music Methods and Materials for
Classroom Teachers Materials and methods of teaching music at the elementary school level. (Not for music majors)

MUS 3332 Marching Band Techniques
Techniques of planning shows and drills for marching band and adjunct marching units, emphasizing perspectives and performance techniques.

MUS 3342 Percussion Pedagogy
A study of teaching methods appropriate for percussion instruments.

MUS 3352 Piano Pedagogy
A study of teaching methods appropriate for the piano.

MUS 3362 Vocal Pedagogy
A study of teaching methods appropriate for the various voice types.

MUS 3372 Woodwind Pedagogy
A study of teaching methods appropriate for woodwind instruments.

MUS 3383 Music Technology and Integration
This course will provide opportunities for students to investigate the various ways music technology is utilized in society. Concepts related to sound reproduction, recording hardware and software, music sequencing, and notational software will be important components for course presentations.

MUS 3392 Guitar Pedagogy
A survey of pedagogical resources and methods of the classic guitar.

MUS 3401 Intermediate Brass Class
Continuation of MUS 2401; to acquire knowledge concerning intonation problems, basic acoustics, etc., while developing a playing ability equivalent to an intermediate method book. Semiprivate

MUS 3411 Intermediate Woodwind Class
Continuation of MUS 2411; to acquire knowledge concerning intonation problems, basic acoustics, etc., while developing a playing ability equivalent to an intermediate method book. Semiprivate

MUS 3421 Intermediate String Class
Continuation of MUS 2421. (Semiprivate)

MUS 3451 Intermediate Voice Class
Continuation of MUS 2451. (Semiprivate; may be repeated for credit)

MUS 3461 Intermediate Guitar Class
Continuation of MUS 2461. (Semiprivate)

MUS 3471 Principles of Conducting
Introduction to the principles of conducting; baton techniques; beat patterns; rehearsal procedures; development of physical coordination through actual participation in class.

MUS 3481 Instrumental Conducting
Study and application of the principles of conducting relative to instrumental ensemble literature; comparative examination of conducting and rehearsal techniques, score reading, terminology and actual ensemble conducting experience.

MUS 3491 Choral Conducting
Study and application of the principles of conducting in relation to vocal ensemble literature with attention to choral tone, diction, score study, style and interpretation with actual ensemble conducting experience.

MUS 3510 Upper-Division Secondary Applied Music
Individual instruction in voice, keyboard, and orchestral instruments. (Field of study is course title. May be repeated for credit.)

MUS 3592 Advanced Diction
Advanced application of phonetics, articulation, and pronunciation of German and French languages through selected vocal and operatic literature with continued study of the international phonetic alphabet.

MUS 3641 Advanced Class Piano III
Seventh semester of piano study in the sequence of piano curriculum for music majors. Music majors must pass with a grade of C or better. Continuation of MUS 3541.

MUS 4202 Orchestration
Study of tonal resources and capabilities of all orchestral instruments. Opportunities are provided to score existing and original compositions in an orchestral texture.

MUS 4212 Instrumentation
Demonstration of the instruments of the band and a study of basic transpositions and ranges; transcriptions for ensembles and full band.

MUS 4220 Recital Performance
Performance of degree or non-degree student recitals. All student recitals are subject to faculty hearings. Preparation for student degree recitals. Coaching, accompanying, program note preparation, and recording.

MUS 4232 Advanced Composition
Advanced study of 20th-century literature; advanced analytical problems; directed opportunities to utilize traditional and contemporary compositional techniques.

MUS 4241 Recital Performance for B.M. Majors
Performance of recital for candidates in the Bachelor of Music in Performance degree. Assessment of recital includes areas of performance facility (technique, intonation, tone, articulation/diction, and rhythm), musicality (phrasing, dynamics, interpretation, and performance practice), and performance preparation (stage presence, memorization, and program notes). All students’ recitals are subject to faculty hearings. Candidates in the Bachelor of Music Education degree may enroll in this course as an elective.

MUS 4303 Methods & Materials in Elementary Music
Resources, materials, and techniques for the elementary school music specialist. For all music education majors. (Will not count toward a major or minor in music.)(Must be admitted to Teacher Education)

MUS 4313 Methods and Materials in Instrumental
Music Resources, materials and techniques for the instrumental music specialist. For instrumental and combined music education majors only. (Will not count on a major or minor in music.) (Must be admitted to Teacher Education)

MUS 4323 Methods & Materials in Vocal Music
Resources, materials and techniques for the vocal music specialist. For vocal and combined music education majors only. (Will not count toward a major or minor in music.)(Must be admitted to teacher education)

MUS 4332 Comparative Piano Methods & Media
A critical study of available piano courses and methods. Principles of a sound pedagogical approach for individual and group study of piano.

MUS 4401 Instrumental Ensemble
Performance and study of smaller ensemble music according to the class listing, performances of student projects; discussion of styles and ideas in performance. Offerings include Brass, Woodwind, and Percussion ensembles. May be repeated for credit. Instructor consent required.

MUS 4410 Vocal Ensemble
Open to all university students by audition according to class listing. Offerings include Opera Workshop, and Chamber Singers. May be repeated for credit.

MUS 4440 Capstone Project
Major final project in the field of music, completed in consultation and with the supervision of an advising professor. Petition required.

MUS 4510 Upper-Division Major Applied Music
Individual instruction in voice, keyboard, and orchestral instruments. Field of study is course title. May be repeated for credit.

MUS 4960 Directed Reading
Individualized literature study selected in consultation with the professor. Instructor consent required.

MUS 4970 Special Studies
Individualized project selected with the advice of the professor. Instructor consent required.

MUS 4980 Seminar
Small group study of topic announced by the department. Petition required.

MUS 4990 Research
Independent investigation designed in consultation with the professor. Instructor consent required.

MUS 5001 Music Theory Review
This course will cover the material of an entire undergraduate theory sequence from key signatures to pitch sets. It is expected that this material is mostly a review, and is intended to both prepare students for advanced classes in music theory required at the graduate level and complete their musical training. Topics covered include part-writing, analysis, basic forms, counterpoint, and twentieth-century techniques.

MUS 5011 Music History Review
This course is designed to provide the incoming graduate student a general overview of the history, literature, styles, and techniques in music in preparation for advanced study in Music History. This course will include listening, score-reading, analysis and vocabulary to assist students in communicating ideas about music.

MUS 5182 Advanced Instrumental Literature
This course will provide a comprehensive survey of early, traditional, and contemporary wind band literature with a focus on performance practice analysis, and conducting techniques. Repertoire will be selected from a wide range of grade levels. Students will be able to apply knowledge garnered from this course immediately into their own classrooms.

MUS 5192 Advanced Choral Literature
One semester course designed to survey contemporary choral music literature from A) the perspective of historically significant works and B) the utilitarian perspective of appropriateness for particular types of ensembles.

MUS 5203 Advanced Conducting & Score Reading
Conducting problems in both choral and instrumental literature of all periods; open choral score and instrumental score reading at the piano.

MUS 5213 Form and Analysis
Students in this course will study the forms and processes that define musical structure. Analysis is a vital activity for all musicians, especially those in music education. This course begins with definitions of the structural components of music composition and continues to descriptions of simple and complex forms. Learning to comprehend and analyze listening examples and scores will be the primary focus throughout the semester. Students will study assigned readings and give presentions on musical works within their particular interest.

MUS 5223 Advanced Score Reading & Rehearsal
Techniques The purpose of this course is to help music educators enhance and sharpen their ensemble rehearsal techniques. Students will develop practical and objective techniques that actually work “in the field.” Topics include: in-depth score reading and preparation, advanced conducting patterns and movement, short- and long-term rehearsal planning and implementation, and formative and summative ensemble assessment strategies.

MUS 5233 Orchestration
This course, designed for music educators, is an intensive study of transcription, orchestration, and arranging. Students will study pieces for instructional and vocal groups. This class includes analysis, lectures, score study, listening, class presentations, and orchestration and transcription assignments. Emphasis is placed on transcribing and arranging for elementary, junior, and senior high ensembles. During the semester students will write a series of arrangements for various instrumental and choral groups and complete a final project for band or choir that will be read by a live group.

MUS 5243 Advanced Study in Music Theory
Advanced study includes analysis and composition using the harmony, musical form, and theories of music. Course material will be individualized based on students’ interests and advice of the instructor.

MUS 5303 Advanced Methods & Media in Elementary
School Music Advanced methods and media in elementary school music including exploration of new materials and ideas in elementary music and their presentation.

MUS 5313 Advanced Methods & Media in
Instrumental Music The organization and administration of the entire instrumental program; plans and techniques of class instruction in instruments; rehearsal routine; methods and materials.

MUS 5323 Advanced Methods & Media in Vocal Music
A survey of solutions to problems in teaching vocal music/and an examination of current materials.

MUS 5333 History and Philosophy of Music Education
This course is an examination of the history of music education in the United States including internal and external influences and educators’ responses to them. Students will examine their knowledge and beliefs about music education to create a researched and reasoned basis for their current practices.

MUS 5343 Music Education Research
This course will provide opportunities for students to explore, and develop, a basic understanding of the various types of research utilized in music education. Students will focus also on establishing a fundamental knowledge of basic research terminology with regard to statistical analyses. In addition to research terminology, students will gain an introductory knowledge of the 5 basic components of a research project, which include 1) Introduction, 2) Review of Literature, 3) Purposes and Methodology, 4) Data and Analysis 5) Discussion and Conclusions.

MUS 5353 Music Education Curriculum Development
and Assessment This course is an examination of public school music curricula including practical applications of local, state, and national standards and assessments for evaluation of student achievement.

MUS 5363 Music Administration and Supervision
This course is a detailed study of the management of a music education program including legal, practical, and supervisory activities. Practical application of these topics will include creating and piloting strategies for administering and supervising school music education programs.

MUS 5510 Graduate Applied Music
Graduate applied music. (Field of study is course title)

MUS 5960 Directed Readings
Individualized literature study selected in consultation with the professor.

MUS 5970 Special Studies
Individualized project selected with the advice of the professor.

MUS 5980 Seminar
Small group study of topic announced by department.

MUS 5990 Research for Master’s Thesis
Independent investigation designed in consultation with the professor.

UNDERGRADUATE COURSES IN APPLIED MUSIC 1510 LOWER DIVISION SECONDARY APPLIED MUSIC Individual instruction in voice, keyboard, or orchestral instrument. (Field of study is course title. May be repeated for credit.) 2510 LOWER DIVISION MAJOR APPLIED MUSIC Individual instruction in voice, keyboard, and orchestral instruments. (Field of study is course title. May be repeated for credit.) 3510 UPPER DIVISION SECONDARY APPLIED MUSIC Individual instruction in voice, keyboard, and orchestral instruments. (Field of study is course title. May be repeated for credit.) 4510 UPPER DIVISION MAJOR APPLIED MUSIC Individual instruction in voice, keyboard, and orchestral instruments. (Field of study is course title. May be repeated for credit.)