All Music Courses

Offered: Typically Fall and Spring terms

Designed for the College student who has had little or no formal keyboard instruction. Emphasis on reading and music fundamentals, and functional use of the piano. Two periods per week. Course Fee: $10 per term. 1/4 Course Credit

Prerequisite: MUS 100

Offered: Typically Spring terms

Continuation of MUS 100, Class Piano I. It is designed to provide the students with the basic skills necessary to perform intermediate-advance piano repertoire, sight-read elementary-intermediate repertoire, and harmonize melodies. This course will provide the foundation for chordal and tonal harmony development, preparing the students for formal piano lessons. Two periods per week. Course Fee: $10 per term. 1/4 Course Credit

Prerequisite: Permission of instructor

Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow

An introduction to playing the recorder. Designed for the student who has little or no formal instrumental instruction. Emphasis will be placed on the fundamentals of music reading as well as the functional use of the recorder. Open to non-Music majors. Two periods per week. Course fee: $10 per term. 1/4 Course Credit

Prerequisite: Permission of instructor

Offered: Typically Fall and Spring terms

First year of vocal study; open to all Berea College students. The class will meet as a whole two hours per week. In addition, students will be divided into smaller groups to rehearse with an accompanist. Some individual practice also is required. All students will have an opportunity to perform at the weekly performance class. Course Fee: $10 per term. 1/4 Course Credit

Offered: Typically annually

This course will examine the music within four cultures: Native American, Indian, African, and African-American. The music of each culture will be examined within the context of its history, peoples, and traditions. Musical examples, videos, oral presentations, class demonstrations, and special programs/concerts will be included. Students also will attend several College convocations and discuss, compare, and reflect on the various music cultures and experiences. Arts Perspective and World Culture (Non-Western) component in the International Perspective. 1 Course Credit

Offered: typically alternate years in spring term (years when MUS 330/331 are not offered)

An introduction to the study of music literature. Students in this course will be introduced to significant musical pieces from the major historical periods and will learn to distinguish the musical stylistic characteristics of those periods. Emphasis will be on the development of listening skills and appropriate methods and abilities to analyze, interpret, discuss, and write about music. May include required attendance of live musical performances on campus or in the region, as available and appropriate. Four periods per week. Arts Perspective. 1 Course Credit

Prerequisite: None
Offered: Typically every Fall Term

An introduction to reading music, including musical symbols and terminology, rhythm and meter, scales, key signature, intervals, and chords. Both written and aural skills are developed. Simple musical forms and music literature are included. Designed partcularly for: perspective Music majors and minors who need further development of fundamental written and/or aural skills in music in preparation for courses in the Materials of Music and Aural Harmony sequence. Two to three class periods per week. This course also is open to the general college student who wishes to develop fundamental knowledge and skills in music. 1/2 Course Credit

Prerequisite: MUS 118A or Permission of Instructor
Offered: Typically every Spring term

Continuation of MUS 118A. Further development of fundamental written and aural skills in reading music, rhythm and meter, scales, key signatures, intervals, and chords. Simple musical forms and music literature are included. Designed particularly for: prospective Music majors and minors who need further development of fundamental written and/or aural skils in music in preparation for courses in the Materials of Music and Aural Harmony sequence. Three class periods per week. This course also is open to the general college student who wishes to develop fundamental knowledge and skills in music. 1/2 Course Credit

Prerequisites: Students will be admitted by audition. Previous significant musical/theatrical experience or private applied vocal study is necessary. Class members should consider themselves multi-faceted singing actors/musicians. Audition: Sing one song and present a prepared or assigned monologue.

A small group (12-35) of versatile actor/dancer/musicians will be chosen to perform in a fully staged concert Operetta or Opera performance production TBD, Summer 2013. The class will explore the social, historical and stylistic musical and theatrical elements of the chosen show, performance practices through study, discussion, rehearsal, and performance. Class activities will take place in Presser Music Building's Gray Auditorium and classrooms 128 and 223. The class will culminate in three/3 fully staged concert version/public performances accompanied by piano in Gray Auditorium on 8:00 pm Friday, June 7, 8:00 pm Saturday, June 8, with a Sunday matinee performance at 3:00 pm June 9. All students will work on theatrical elements of the production in addition to performing in the show. Off-campus performances will occur at high schools in Lexington and Louisville, and at various Berea College Alumni Clubs. There is also a strong possibility of off-campus performances for the Musical Arts Series in Port Clinton, OH, the Lexington Arts Center, or at a similar venue.

A group of student assistants, possibly also in the class, will be selected by interviews with the instructors to be in charge of various facets of the production. Assistants may be chosen for the following functions, or combinations thereof : (1) an artist to design and layout publicity materials, programs, and other decorations; to design props; and to do set painting, (2) a student with experience in theater to serve as stage manager, (3) a student with experience in technical theater to serve as set designer, in charge of lighting, designing and constructing set pieces, and construction of props (4) a costume/make-up artist to assist in costuming the cast of 15-35 members, including designing and building costumes, (5) an administrative assistant, to be in charge of ticket sales; and to serve as ombudsperson, (6) one or two teaching assistants/assistant conductors to assist the instructors in teaching the class and in leading rehearsals, and TWO (7 & 8) rehearsal/performance pianist(s).

A small group (15-35) of versatile actors/dancers/musicians will be chosen to perform in a fully-staged concert performance production of the Broadway Musical Ragtime. The class will explore the social, historical and stylistic musical and theatrical elements of Ragtime performance practices through study, discussion, rehearsal, and performance. Class activities will take place in Presser Music Building's Gray Auditorium and classrooms 128 and 223. The class will culminate in three fully-staged concert performances in Gray Auditorium on Friday evening, July 6, Saturday evening, July 7, with a Sunday matinee performance July 8. All students will work on theatrical elements of the production in addition to performing in the show. A limited number of off-campus performances may occur at various Berea College Alumni Clubs, or for regional arts organizations.

A group of student assistants, possibly class members, will be selected by interviews with the instructors to be in charge of various facets of the production. Assistants may be chosen for the following functions, or combinations thereof: (1) design and layout publicity materials, programs, and other decorations; design props; set painting, (2) stage manager, (3) set designer, in charge of lighting, designing and constructing set pieces, and construction of props, (4) costume/make-up artist to assist in costuming the cast of 15-35 members, including designing and building costume pieces (5 administrative assistant, to be in charge of ticket sales; and to serve as ombudsperson, (6) one or two teaching assistants/assistant conductors to assist the instructors in teaching the class and in leading rehearsals, and (7) two rehearsal/performance pianists.

Prerequisite: Permission of instructor *

Offered: Typically Fall and Spring terms

A select 10- to 20-voice ensemble chosen by audition from the Concert Choir. The Chamber Singers perform at all Concert Choir appearances, sing off-campus in the region, and perform at College chapel services. 1/4 Course Credit

Prerequisite: Permission of instructor *

Offered: Typically Fall and Spring terms

An instrumental ensemble that performs various styles of jazz for big band (swing, blues, bebop, and other types of jazz), including traditional cool, Latin, and jazz-rock fusion. The group performs on campus and throughout the region. This course includes a spring tour, and students will be expected to pay some portion of the costs. The fees will be announced on the first day of class and included in the syllabus. Students also may have to cover the cost of formal footwear. 1/4 Course Credit

Prerequisite: Permission of instructor *

Offered: Typically Fall and Spring terms

An auditioned ensemble open to all Berea College students capable of singing in the Soprano and/or Alto range. The choir performs a wide variety of choral music for women's voices, including sacred, secular, Broadway, and folk genres. Performances are at campus and community functions with several short, off-campus trips. 1/4 Course Credit

Prerequisite: Permission of instructor *

Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow

A chamber group that specializes in music for this historic family of wooden flutes. Repertoire includes music from the medieval period to the present. Students learn to play and perform on several different sizes of recorder. 1/4 Course Credit

Prerequisite: Permission of instructor *

Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow

Open, by permission of the Music faculty, to Berea College students seeking to perform in small chamber ensembles, depending on available instrumentation and ability. 1/4 Course Credit

Prerequisite: Permission of instructor *

Offered: Typically Fall and Spring terms

An ensemble of up to six members (guitar, banjo, fiddle, mandolin, bass, and lead singer). The ensemble specializes in traditional and contemporary bluegrass and old-time music. The group performs on and off campus. 1/4 Course Credit

Prerequisite: Permission of instructor *

Offered: Typically Fall and Spring terms

An ensemble comprised of advanced musicians of the Wind Ensemble. The ensemble's repertoire ranges from 17th-century works for winds to newly commissioned works. The group performs two to three concerts per term. Students may have to cover the cost of formal footwear. 1/4 Course Credit

Prerequisite: Permission of instructor *

Offered: Typically Fall and Spring terms

An ensemble that performs a variety of rhythms based on the traditional drumming styles of the Caribbean, West Africa, and South America. 1/4 Course Credit

Prerequisite: Permission of instructor *

Offered: Typically Fall and Spring Term

An ensemble that includes drums, percussion, and a basic modern-rhythm section. The ensemble performs a range of contemporary styles including jazz, Latin, rock, funk, and world beat. 1/4 Course Credit

Prerequisite: Permission of instructor *

Offered: Typically Fall and Spring terms 1/4 Course Credit

Prerequisite: Permission of instructor *

Offered: Typically Fall and Spring terms

Sixty-voice, mixed-choral ensemble open to all Berea College students; membership is gained by audition. Performs wide variety of musical styles, both sacred and secular, and in several languages. Regular attendance at all rehearsals and performances is required. Four periods per week. May be repeated for credit. Course Fee: $25 (for Fall Term enrollments). 1/4 Course Credit

Prerequisite: Permission of instructor *

Offered: Typically Fall and Spring terms

Open to all Berea College students; membership is gained by audition and demonstrated ability to sight read. Regular attendance at all rehearsals and performances is required. Meets twice weekly, performs at several College functions and in concert. Students may have to cover the costs of formal footwear. Membership in Wind Ensemble is a prerequisite to Stage Band membership. May be repeated for credit. 1/4 Course Credit

Prerequisite: Permission of instructor *

Offered: Typically Fall and Spring terms

Open to all Berea students, this ensemble specializes in the performance of African-American sacred music, particularly spirituals and gospel music. The ensemble meets twice weekly for one-and-one-half hours. Regular attendance is required at all rehearsals and performances including annual Fall and Spring concerts, as well as several other programs each term. Membership by permission of instructor after audition. May be repeated for credit. Course Fee: $15 (for transportation and robe cleaning). 1/4 Course Credit

Prerequisites: Determined by instructor

Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow

A course designed to meet the particular interests of student and faculty. Topics vary from year to year. See course description in the "Schedule of Classes."

Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow

A study of one or more of the arts, or of a particular medium, in a cultural, cross-cultural, or historical context. Attention will be given to form, structure, style, and other critical considerations. The course will have a research component. The primary focus of this course is the enhancement of the joy of listening to music through the development of music-listening skills in the framework of perceiving and understanding musical information. Emphasis on the attentive style of listening, the elements of music, and the variety of musical styles will be the three areas used to develop such a framework. Arts Perspective. 1 Course Credit

Prerequisite: MUS 118B or waiver

Offered: Typically every Fall Term

Beginning a four-term sequence of courses in the theoretical approach to music, this is a study of the properties of sound, the overtone series, symbols of notation, rhythm, intervals, scales, and key signatures. Harmonic studies include triads and their inversions, phrase structure and cadences, and harmonic progressions. The course will focus on playing major and minor scales, all triad types and their inversions, and basic chord progres¬sions using primary triads. Two class periods per week plus a keyboard lab. Usually taken in conjunction with MUS 221. NOTE: Noncredit for students who completed MUS 120. 1/2 Course Credit

Prerequisite: MUS 118B or waiver

Offered: Typically every Fall Term

The relationship between the printed musical symbol and its auditory representation. The 'musical ear' is developed through the sight-singing of simple melodies, intervals, scales, and rhythmic patterns. Brief exercises in melodic and rhythmic dictation and conducting patterns. Three periods per week. Usually taken in conjunction with MUS 220 1/2 Course Credit

Prerequisite: MUS 220 (formerly 120)

Offered: Typically every Spring Term

Continuation of MUS 220. The study of non-harmonic tones, seventh chords, modulation, the four-part chorale style, and keyboard style. Music forms, introductory counterpoint, and analysis of works from music literature. Playing basic chord progressions using the secondary as well as primary triads, harmonizing simple melodies, simple transposition, and basic harmonic progressions in four parts. Two class periods per week plus a keyboard lab. Usually taken in conjunction with MUS 223 (formerly 313). 1/2 Course Credit

Prerequisite: MUS 221

Offered: Typically every Spring Term

Continuation of MUS 221. Further studies in sight-singing; melodic and rhythmic dictation; harmonic backgrounds and part-singing; syncopation; and beginning harmonic dictation. Three periods per week. Usually taken in conjunction with MUS 322. 1/2 Course Credit

Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow

An introduction to the music that has been, and is, an important part of the culture of the Southern Appalachian region. Specific musical elements will be discussed in relation to ballads and songs, instrumental music, bluegrass, country, and various types of religious music. The importance of the region's music and musicians in the development of country and popular music in America is treated. Three periods per week. Arts Perspective and African Americans', Appalachians', and Women's Perspective. 1 Course Credit

Prerequisite: GSTR 110 (or waiver)

Offered: Typically annually

The study of African-American music and musicians within the general framework of American society, tracing the development of the music from its African origins to its impact upon and fusion with American music and culture. Although the main focus will be placed upon music indigenous to African-American culture, study will encompass significant African-American musicians in the European classical music tradition. Arts Perspective and African Americans', Appalachians', Women's Perspective. 1 Course Credit

Prerequisites: Determined by instructor

Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow

A course designed to meet the particular interests of student and faculty. Topics vary from year to year. See course description in the "Schedule of Classes."

Prerequisite: MUS 222

Offered: Typically every Fall Term

Continuation of MUS 222. Seventh chords, altered chords, chromatic harmony, modulation, musical forms, and analysis of musical examples from the common practice period. Three periods per week. Usually taken in conjunction with MUS 321. 1/2 Course Credit

Prerequisite: MUS 223

Offered: Typically every Fall Term

Continuation of MUS 223. Sight-singing of diatonic and chromatic melodies; use of computers in developing aural skills; melodic, rhythmic, contrapuntal, and harmonic dictation. Harmonizing melodies at the piano keyboard. Two periods per week. Usually taken in conjunction with MUS 320. 1/2 Course Credit

Prerequisite: MUS 320

Offered: Typically every Spring Term

Continuation of MUS 320. Modulation to remote keys, chords of multiple thirds, larger musical forms, alternatives to traditional harmony, impressionism atonality, polytonality, serialism, electronic music, minimalism, and new systems of notation. Analysis of late 19th- and 20th-century works. Creative writing in various styles. Three periods per week. Usually taken in conjunction with MUS 323. 1/2 Course Credit

Prerequisite: MUS 321

Offered: Typically every Spring Term

Continuation of MUS 321. Sight-singing of modulating; modal, tonal, and atonal melodies; and melodic, contrapuntal and harmonic dictation. Continuation of computer usage in furthering aural skills. Keyboard skills include harmonization using diatonic and altered chords, transposition, chord symbols, improvisation, and figured bass. Preparation for Piano Proficiency Examination. Two periods per week. Usually taken in conjunction with MUS 322. 1/2 Course Credit

Offered: Typically Fall and Spring terms, as student interest and faculty availability allow (offered Spring only in 2010-2011)

Selected topics in composition are studied, such as texture; tonal and serial procedures; melody with accompaniment; and idiomatic writing for instruments and voices. Students use skills acquired through previous study of theory, harmony, and musical analysis in arranging and creating pieces in small and large forms. A weekly seminar (one hour) and individual conferences (one-half hour) focus on the creation of original works by students and detailed analysis of works that exemplify the selected topics. Students also will gain familiarity with computer programs in music notation and publishing. Individual assignments are made on the basis of each student’s ability, training, and experience. May be repeated for credit with permission of instructor.

Prerequisite: MUS 223 or permission of the instructor

Offered: Typically alternate Fall Terms.

A course in the fundamentals of singing for grades K-12 and how these fundamentals may be used in effective instruction of students in a school's music program to develop healthy singing habits and music reading independence. Special attention is given to the physical and psychological aspects of vocal pedagogy for unchanged and changing voices, along with methods appropriate to the choral rehearsal. Focus is also given to the benefits of vocal music for students with special needs, and the benefits of including special needs students in the school choir. Coursework will include a survey of choral music, choral literature, and choral resources as it applies to the school music program at all levels. 1 Course Credit

Prerequisite: Admission to Music or Music Education major; or permission of instructor

Offered: Typically alternate Spring terms (next offered Spring 2013)

A study of the materials, methods, literature, and pedagogy of brass and percussion instruments. Course requirements include reading and research assignments, examination of appropriate materials and equipment, a performance and teaching laboratory component, and practicum experiences. Three class meetings per week. 1/2 Course Credit

Prerequisite: Admission to Music or Music Education major; OR permission of instructor

Offered: Typically alternate Fall Terms (next offered Fall 2012)

A study of the materials, literature, and pedagogy of woodwind instruments. Course requirements include reading and research assignments, examination of appropriate materials and equipment, a performance and teaching laboratory component, and practicum experiences. Three class meetings per week. 1/2 Course Credit

Prerequisites: Declared Music or Music Education major or Music minor; and MUS 115, MUS 222; or permission of instructor

Offered: Typically alternate years (MUS 330 offered Fall 2012and MUS 331 offered Spring 2013)

An upper-level historical survey of Western music'its styles, genres, composers, and works. A 'music-centered' course, this survey will include analysis of representative works of the music literature. The music of classical Greece and the early Christian era through the Baroque, first term; the Classic era to the present day, second term. Four periods per week. 1 Course Credit Each

Prerequisite: Admission for the Music or Music Education major; or permission of the instructor.

Offered: Typically alternate Spring Terms

MUS 335 is an introduction to philosophies, methodologies, and pedagogical foundations of teaching music in elementary schools, including, but not limited to, the music teaching philosophies of Kodaly, Orff, Dalcroze, and Gordon. Course activities will include review of materials, assigned readings, research, class discussions, practical teaching laboratory sessions, and practicum experiences. Assessment, planning, and implementation of music education activities for people with unique needs and abilities will be covered Special attention is directed to preparing performance evidence of addressing New Teacher Standards I-IV. Four meetings per week. 1 Course Credit.

Prerequisites: Music Majors only or by permission of the instructor; EDS 150 and MUS 223

Offered: Typically alternate Fall Terms

This course provides an overview of the instrumental music education profession, including the philosophy, methodology, and pedagogical foundations that are essential for successful teaching. Students will be directed in their development of musical teaching-assessment, administrative, and personal, skills that are necessary for successful teaching. Assessment, planning, and implementation of music education activities for people with unique needs and abilities will be covered Special attention is directed to preparing performance evidence of addressing New Teacher Standards I-IV. Four periods per week. 1 Course Credit.

Prerequisite: MUS 223

Offered: Typically alternate Fall Terms (next expected to be offered Fall 2013)

Study and practice of beat patterns, baton technique, left-hand functions, cueing, pulse changes, recitative conducting, error detection, score reading, score marking, and other techniques used in instrumental and choral conducting. Practical experience. Concurrent participation in ensemble of major applied instrument (MUS 131, 132, or 135) is required for laboratory experience. Four periods per week. 1 Course Credit

Prerequisite: MUA 221 (organ) or permission of instructor

Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow

A study of instructional methods and materials used in teaching organ, as well as performance practices and problems. Each person enrolled in the course will teach lessons to two beginning organ students during the term, gaining practical experience in pedagogy. Two periods per week plus one hour teaching. 1/2 Course Credit

Prerequisite: MUA 221p (piano) or permission of instructor

Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow

Lectures and discussion of teaching skills on all levels, in addition to a survey of methods and materials. Private and class teaching methods. Two periods per week. 1/2 Course Credit

Prerequisite: MUS 340p

Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow

Supervised teaching of piano with related discussions in a weekly seminar. One-hour seminar, plus two periods of teaching per week. 1/2 Course Credit

Prerequisite: MUA 326v (voice) or permission of instructors

Offered: Typically alternate Spring terms

A study of the physiological functions involved in singing (breathing, phonation, etc.). Consideration of vocal methods, use of imagery in teaching, resonance, tone quality, placement, vocalization, diction (Italian, German, French, and English) including a working knowledge of the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA), and interpretation. There will be many reading assignments, as well as listening to recordings and observing singers. Practical experience will be obtained by working with members of the voice class. Four periods per week: one day will be a laboratory experience. 1 Course Credit

Prerequisite: MUA 221o (organ) or permission of instructor

Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow

A comprehensive introduction to organ literature, including the historical development of the organ. Characteristic forms, compositional styles, and the various 'schools' of organ composition are traced from the Medieval through the Classic era. Representative organ works are heard live or through recordings made on historic instruments. Two periods per week. 1/2 Course Credit

Prerequisite: MUA 221p (piano) or permission of instructor

Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow

The study of the history and literature of piano music as it developed through the ages. Starting with the early national schools of keyboard music and progressing through the music of Beethoven, the course will deal with different phases of keyboard development, the more important musical forms, performance practice, and the significant piano music of the major composers of each era. Individual research, some informal performance in class by both the teacher and the student, as well as outside listening, will be included. Two periods per week. 1/2 Course Credit

Prerequisite: MUS 350o or permission of instructor

Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow

A continuation of MUS 350o, with works from the Romantic period through the 20th century being played, heard, and discussed. The development of 19th- and 20th-century organs and their influence on compositional style. Two periods per week. 1/2 Course Credit

Prerequisite: MUS 350p or permission of instructor

Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow

A continuation of MUS 350p including the Romantic composers through the present day. Schools of technique and 19th- and 20th-century pianists also will be studied. Two periods per week.
1/2 Course Credit

Prerequisite: MUA 326 (voice) or permission of instructor

Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow

A course to familiarize the student with the vocal forms, styles, and repertoire of Early English Baroque period; 18th-, 19th- and 20th-century Italian, French, German, British, and American art song literature; and sacred vocal literature. There will be comprehensive weekly listening and reading assignments and some singing. Four periods per week; one day will be a laboratory experience. 1 Course Credit

Prerequisites: Determined by instructor

Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow

A course designed to meet the particular interests of student and faculty. Topics vary from year to year. See course description in the "Schedule of Classes."

Prerequisite: Sophomore or junior standing for 390; senior standing for 490

Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow

A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student and the faculty sponsor. Course proposals must meet the guidelines and approval of the Academic Department or Interdisciplinary Program in which the study will be conducted. A detailed information sheet is available in the Student Self-Service room (101 Lincoln), which includes the form to complete if seeking Active Learning Experience (ALE) credit. A course syllabus must be submitted with the Chairperson or Director’s approval before the course can be registered. Those approved as ALE will be registered as 390/490A; others will be 390/490B.

Prerequisite: Sophomore, junior, or senior standing

Offered: Typically every term

An experiential learning experience individually designed for students with a special academic interest requiring integration of classroom learning with practical experience. Includes on-campus seminars with academic sponsors, as well as non-classroom experience. One to 3 course credits in one regular term; 1.5 course credits in Summer One Term; or 1 to 2 course credits in Summer Two Term may be taken in Internships. Requires the approval of two faculty sponsors and the Program assumes the responsibility for determining credit allowance. The Coordinator of Internships gives final approval for Internship proposals. All Internships meet the Active Learning Experience (ALE) requirement.

Prerequisite: Sophomore or junior standing for 397; senior standing for 497

Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow

A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student and the faculty sponsor. Course proposals must meet the guidelines and approval of the Academic Department or Interdisciplinary Program in which the study will be conducted. A detailed information sheet is available in the Student Self-Service room (101 Lincoln), which includes the form to complete if seeking Active Learning Experience (ALE) credit. A course syllabus must be submitted with the Chairperson or Director’s approval before the course can be registered. Those approved as ALE will be registered as 397/497A; others will be 397/497B.

Prerequisites: Will vary, but always will include permission of instructor

Offered: Typically on a limited basis as student interest and faculty availability allow

A course organized and directed by faculty and approved by the Program Director or Department Chairperson to meet the particular interests and/or needs of specific students.

Prerequisite: Senior standing and permission of instructor

Offered: Typically every Spring Term

Senior Seminar is designed to be the capstone experience of the Music Department’s core curriculum. As such, the seminar will focus on the research, study, practice, and implementation of the senior Music major’s final project, which will consist of a final paper, and a performance or other public presentation. The seminar will function as a laboratory for students to present ideas and receive feedback as they work collaboratively and individually in completing their projects. As a culmination and integration of training and learning and as preparation for their professional future, this seminar provides an important support structure and learning community for Music majors. Course will meet once per week. NOTE: Required of all General Music majors, and part of an optional course sequence for Music Education majors. Students in General Music may take MUS 400 (1/2 credit) and MUA 400 (1/2 credit) to fulfill the Senior Seminar requirement if they do a recital and pass a recital preview. Other General Music majors will take MUS 400 as a one-credit course. Music Education majors may choose to take the course as 1/2 or full credit, in consultation with their Academic Advisor.

Prerequisites: Determined by instructor

Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow

A course designed to meet the particular interests of student and faculty. Topics vary from year to year. See course description in the "Schedule of Classes."

Prerequisite: Sophomore or junior standing for 390; senior standing for 490

Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow

A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student and the faculty sponsor. Course proposals must meet the guidelines and approval of the Academic Department or Interdisciplinary Program in which the study will be conducted. A detailed information sheet is available in the Student Self-Service room (101 Lincoln), which includes the form to complete if seeking Active Learning Experience (ALE) credit. A course syllabus must be submitted with the Chairperson or Director’s approval before the course can be registered. Those approved as ALE will be registered as 390/490A; others will be 390/490B.

Prerequisite: Sophomore, junior, or senior standing

Offered: Typically every term

An experiential learning experience individually designed for students with a special academic interest requiring integration of classroom learning with practical experience. Includes on-campus seminars with academic sponsors, as well as non-classroom experience. One to 3 course credits in one regular term; 1.5 course credits in Summer One Term; or 1 to 2 course credits in Summer Two Term may be taken in Internships. Requires the approval of two faculty sponsors and the Program assumes the responsibility for determining credit allowance. The Coordinator of Internships gives final approval for Internship proposals. All Internships meet the Active Learning Experience (ALE) requirement.

Prerequisite: Sophomore or junior standing for 397; senior standing for 497

Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow

A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student and the faculty sponsor. Course proposals must meet the guidelines and approval of the Academic Department or Interdisciplinary Program in which the study will be conducted. A detailed information sheet is available in the Student Self-Service room (101 Lincoln), which includes the form to complete if seeking Active Learning Experience (ALE) credit. A course syllabus must be submitted with the Chairperson or Director’s approval before the course can be registered. Those approved as ALE will be registered as 397/497A; others will be 397/497B.

Prerequisites: Will vary, but always will include permission of instructor

Offered: Typically on a limited basis as student interest and faculty availability allow

A course organized and directed by faculty and approved by the Program Director or Department Chairperson to meet the particular interests and/or needs of specific students.

Classification for Applied Music credit purposes is established by the instructor at the time of the first lesson each term. These are taught on an individual basis at a time arranged by the instructor in consultation with the student. Course Fee: $20.

MUS Courses

MUS 100

Class Piano

MUS 101

Class Piano II

MUS 102

Class Recorder

MUS 103

Class Voice

MUS 106

World Music

MUS 115

Intro to Music Literature

MUS 118A

Fundamentals of Music, Part I

MUS 118B

Fundamentals of Music, Part II

MUS 128

The Complete Performer

MUS 128B

The Complete Performer: Ragtim

MUS 130A

Chamber Singers

MUS 130B

Jazz Ensemble

MUS 130C

Women's Choir

MUS 130D

Recorder Ensemble

MUS 130E

Chamber Music

MUS 130F

Bluegrass Music Ensemble

MUS 130G

Chamber Winds

MUS 130H

African-Latin Percussion Ensmb

MUS 130I

Contemp Percussion Ensemble

MUS 130J

Country Dance Band

MUS 131

Concert Choir

MUS 132

Wind Ensemble

MUS 135

Black Music Ensemble (AFR 138)

MUS 186

Special Topics

MUS 216

Perceptive Listening to Music

MUS 220

Materials of Music I

MUS 221

Aural Harmony I

MUS 222

Materials of Music II

MUS 223

Aural Harmony II

MUS 224

Appalachian Music (APS)

MUS 234

Afri-Amer Mus:Overview (AFR)

MUS 286

Special Topics

MUS 320

Materials of Music III

MUS 321

Aural & Keyboard Harmony III

MUS 322

Materials of Music IV

MUS 323

Aural & Keyboard Harmony IV

MUS 324

Music Composition

MUS 326

Vocal Methods

MUS 328

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