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Course Descriptions



 

 

Music

  
  • MUS 483 - Applied Music IV - Jazz


    Description:
    Applied Music IV. Individual instruction for music majors. Normally taken for 2 credits; 4 credits lessons available by audition or with permission of applied instructor and department chair. After acceptance to jazz studies program, jazz studies majors fulfill the large ensemble requirement with MUS 345 . May be repeated for credit.

    Prerequisites:
    MUS 383 , Department Consent, and concurrent enrollment in MUS 341 , MUS 342 , or MUS 343  required.

    Typically Offered on the Main Campus:
    Fall and Spring

    Credits: 2 or 4

  
  • MUS 484 - Applied Music IV - Jazz Composition


    Description:
    Applied Music IV. Individual instruction for music majors. Normally taken for 2 credits; 4 credits lessons available by audition or with permission of applied instructor and department chair. After acceptance to jazz studies program, jazz studies majors fulfill the large ensemble requirement with MUS 345 . May be repeated for credit.

    Prerequisites:
    MUS 384 , Department Consent, and concurrent enrollment in MUS 341 , MUS 342 , or MUS 343  required.

    Typically Offered on the Main Campus:
    Fall and Spring

    Credits: 2 or 4

  
  • MUS 485 - Applied Music IV - Contemporary Voice


    Description:
    Individual instruction for music majors and minors. Normally taken for 2 credits; 4 credit lessons available with permission of applied instructor and department chair. May be repeated for credit.

    Prerequisites:
    MUS 385  and concurrent enrollment in MUS 341 , MUS 342 , or MUS 343  required

    Typically Offered on the Main Campus:
    Fall and Spring

    Credits: 2 or 4

  
  • MUS 490 - Contemporary Vocal Pedagogies


    Description:
    Introduction to teaching methods for vocal production in contemporary singing styles including jazz and pop music, focusing on both solo and group singing including rehearsal techniques for jazz, pop, a cappella, and show choirs. Available for graduate credit as MUS 690 .

    Prerequisites:
    Both MUS 210  and MUS 212 , or Instructor Consent

    Credits: 3

  
  • MUS 491 - Piano Pedagogy


    Description:
    Effective skills in private and class piano; discuss and perform piano literature; observe class and private instruction. Available for graduate credit as MUS 691 .

    Prerequisites:
    Complete piano level 200

    Typically Offered on the Main Campus:
    Occasionally

    Credits: 2

  
  • MUS 492 - Voice Pedagogy


    Description:
    Introduction to vocal teaching methods.

    Prerequisites:
    Instructor Consent

    Typically Offered on the Main Campus:
    As Needed

    Credits: 2

  
  • MUS 493 - Woodwind Pedagogy


    Description:
    Methods of teaching woodwind instruments and specific problems of each instrument.

    Prerequisites:
    Complete 300 level study

    Typically Offered on the Main Campus:
    As Needed

    Credits: 2

  
  • MUS 494 - Brass Pedagogy


    Description:
    Methods of teaching brass instruments and specific problems of each instrument.

    Prerequisites:
    Complete 300 level study

    Typically Offered on the Main Campus:
    As Needed

    Credits: 2

  
  • MUS 495 - Percussion Pedagogy


    Description:
    Percussion literature and reference material including method books, textbooks, and publisher sources.

    Prerequisites:
    Complete percussion level 200

    Typically Offered on the Main Campus:
    As Needed

    Credits: 2

  
  • MUS 496 - String Pedagogy


    Description:
    Techniques employed by master string teachers of the past and present, including literature and music available for string instruction at all levels, in both private and class situations.

    Prerequisites:
    Instructor Consent

    Typically Offered on the Main Campus:
    As needed

    Credits: 2

  
  • MUS 498 - Recital


    Description:
    A public solo performance, the repertoire approved by the major applied professor. The performance must be acceptable to faculty in the applied area.

    Prerequisites:
    Instructor Consent

    Typically Offered on the Main Campus:
    Fall and Spring

    Credits: 0-1

  
  • MUS 499 - Special Work


    Description:
    Upperclass music majors may arrange for independent study with consent of the chair. May be repeated for credit with different subtitles.

    Typically Offered on the Main Campus:
    Fall, Spring, and Summer

    Credits: 1-3

  
  • MUS 501 - History of Women in Music


    Description:
    The contribution of women as composers, performers, authors, and teachers throughout European and American history. Available for undergraduate credit as MUS 301 .

    Credits: 3

  
  • MUS 502 - Diction for Singers I


    Description:
    Introduction to international phonetic alphabet (IPA) and its application to singing Latin, Italian, and English song repertoire. 1 hr lec, 1 hr lab per wk. Available for undergraduate credit as MUS 302 .

    Prerequisites:
    Instructor Consent

    Typically Offered on the Main Campus:
    Not currently offered

    Credits: 1

  
  • MUS 503 - Diction for Singers II


    Description:
    Application of International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) to German and French song repertoire. 1 hr lec, 1 hr lab per wk. Available for undergraduate credit as MUS 303 .

    Prerequisites:
    Instructor Consent

    Credits: 1

  
  • MUS 504 - A Review of Music Theory Practices


    Description:
    Designed for music professionals and students preparing for graduate study. Topics include a review of   tonal theory practices, including voice-leading, music analysis, the study of form, and AP exam preparation. Available for undergraduate credit as MUS 304 .

    Credits: 3

  
  • MUS 505 - Jazz History for Musicians


    Description:
    History of jazz from its genesis to present. Focus on important artists as well as social, political and technological effects on music. Available for undergraduate credit as MUS 305 .

    Credits: 3

  
  • MUS 507 - Survey of World Music


    Description:
    Survey of world music with reference to specific musics from four cultural groups. Lec, disc, and hands-on experiences. Available for undergraduate credit as MUS 307 .

    Prerequisites:
    Instructor Consent

    Credits: 3

  
  • MUS 508 - Survey of Film Music


    Description:
    Critical study of film music from silent era to present. Available for undergraduate credit as MUS 308 .

    Typically Offered on the Main Campus:
    As needed

    Credits: 3

  
  • MUS 515 - Orchestration


    Description:
    Orchestral instruments: their ranges, playing characteristics, physical properties, history, and advisable use. Available for undergraduate credit as MUS 315 .

    Prerequisites:
    Instructor Consent

    Credits: 2 or 3

  
  • MUS 516 - Choral Arranging


    Description:
    Essential concepts and techniques for arranging choral music at the intermediate and secondary school levels. Available for undergraduate credit as MUS 316 .

    Prerequisites:
    Admission to the MME Program or Instructor Consent

    Credits: 3

  
  • MUS 519 - Introduction to Music Business


    Description:
    Copyright law, unions and guilds, recording industry, television/film and radio, music management. Available for undergraduate credit as MUS 319 .

    Typically Offered on the Main Campus:
    Not currently offered

    Credits: 2

  
  • MUS 520 - Musicology II


    Description:
    A survey of Western art music from the Classical and Romantic periods, including stylistic trends, origins and development of major genres, and cultural context. Available for undergraduate credit as MUS 320 .

    Credits: 3

  
  • MUS 521 - Musicology III


    Description:
    A critical examination of early music in which you examine the precursors to standard, common-practice notation and subsequent developments through the mid-eighteenth century. A major emphasis will be on interacting with primary source materials and artifacts in order to understand and synthesize contemporaneous developments of music and its social function. Available for undergraduate credit as MUS 321 .

    Credits: 3

  
  • MUS 523 - Opera History


    Description:
    Opera history from 1600 to present, with masterworks from each period. Available for undergraduate credit as MUS 323 .

    Credits: 3

  
  • MUS 526 - Music Before 1600


    Description:
    History, literature, and stylistic trends of music from the Greeks to 1600. Available for undergraduate credit as MUS 326 .

    Credits: 3

  
  • MUS 527 - Music Reference and Research Techniques


    Description:
    Introduction to musical scholarship and writing projects in music history-literature, theory, and musicology; also bibliographical survey of reference materials. Available for undergraduate credit as MUS 327 .

    Prerequisites:
    Instructor Consent

    Credits: 2

  
  • MUS 528 - Studio Accompanying


    Description:
    For intermediate and advanced pianists; develop accompanying skills in vocal and instrumental music; required for all piano emphasis majors. Fulfills one major ensemble credit; taken in lieu of major ensemble upon course offering except for applied majors. Available for undergraduate credit as MUS 328 .

    Prerequisites:
    Piano Faculty Consent

    Credits: 1

  
  • MUS 529 - American Music


    Description:
    From pilgrims to present; emphasis on jazz and ethnic music, and their influence on contemporary music. Available for undergraduate credit as MUS 329 .

    Credits: 3

  
  • MUS 531 - Small Ensemble - String


    Description:
    Small Ensemble. May be repeated for credit. Available for undergraduate credit as MUS 331 .

    Credits: 1

  
  • MUS 532 - Small Ensemble - Flute


    Description:
    Small Ensemble. May be repeated for credit. Available for undergraduate credit as MUS 332 .

    Credits: 1

  
  • MUS 533 - Small Ensemble - Clarinet


    Description:
    Small Ensemble. May be repeated for credit. Available for undergraduate credit as MUS 333 .

    Credits: 1

  
  • MUS 534 - Small Ensemble - Saxophone


    Description:
    Small Ensemble. May be repeated for credit. Available for undergraduate credit as MUS 334 .

    Credits: 1

  
  • MUS 535 - Small Ensemble - Mixed Woodwind


    Description:
    Small Ensemble. May be repeated for credit. Available for undergraduate credit as MUS 335 .

    Credits: 1

  
  • MUS 536 - Small Ensemble - Low Brass


    Description:
    Small Ensemble. May be repeated for credit. Available for undergraduate credit as MUS 336 .

    Credits: 1

  
  • MUS 537 - Small Ensemble - Mixed Brass


    Description:
    Small Ensemble. May be repeated for credit. Available for undergraduate credit as MUS 337 .

    Credits: 1

  
  • MUS 538 - Small Ensemble - Percussion


    Description:
    Small Ensemble. May be repeated for credit. Available for undergraduate credit as MUS 338 .

    Credits: 1

  
  • MUS 541 - Large Ensemble: Choir


    Description:
    Choice of 1 or 2 credits; may be taken for 2 credits with permission of instructor and additional responsibilities. May be repeated for credit. Available for undergraduate credit as MUS 341 .

    Prerequisites:
    Audition or Instructor Consent

    Credits: 1 or 2

  
  • MUS 542 - Large Ensemble: Orchestra


    Description:
    Choice of 1 or 2 credits; may be taken for 2 credits with permission of instructor and additional responsibilities. May be repeated for credit. Available for undergraduate credit as MUS 342 .

    Prerequisites:
    Audition or Instructor Consent

    Credits: 1 or 2

  
  • MUS 543 - Large Ensemble: Band


    Description:
    Choice of 1 or 2 credits; may be taken for 2 credits with permission of instructor and additional responsibilities. May be repeated for credit. Available for undergraduate credit as MUS 343 .

    Prerequisites:
    Audition or Instructor Consent

    Credits: 1 or 2

  
  • MUS 544 - Large Ensemble: Vocal Jazz


    Description:
    Choice of 1 or 2 credits; may be taken for 2 credits with Instructor Consent and additional responsibilities. May be repeated for credit. Available for undergraduate credit as MUS 344 .

    Prerequisites:
    Audition or Instructor Consent

    Credits: 1-2

  
  • MUS 545 - Jazz Ensemble


    Description:
    Choice of 1 or 2 credits; may be taken for 2 credits with permission of instructor and additional responsibilities. May be repeated for credit. Available for undergraduate credit as MUS 345 .

    Prerequisites:
    Audition or Instructor Consent

    Credits: 1 or 2

  
  • MUS 592 - Analytical History of Jazz Improvisation


    Description:
    Chronological study of improvised jazz solos on major instrument including transcription, analysis and performance of selected recordings. Available for undergraduate credit as MUS 392 .

    Prerequisites:
    Instructor Consent

    Credits: 2 or 3

  
  • MUS 600 - Orchestral Music for Secondary Schools


    Description:
    Survey of string-only and full orchestra music for secondary schools. Available for undergraduate credit as MUS 400 .

    Prerequisites:
    Admission to the MME Program or Instructor Consent

    Credits: 3

  
  • MUS 610 - Form and Analysis I


    Description:
    Survey of musical forms through Beethoven, in context of their contribution to musical style, with analysis techniques useful in performance, score preparation, and teaching. Available for undergraduate credit as MUS 410 .

    Prerequisites:
    Admission to the MME or Instructor Consent

    Credits: 3

  
  • MUS 613 - Schenkerian Analysis


    Description:
    Introduction to Heinrich Schenker, his analytical methodologies, and his contributions to music theory. Application of Schenkerian techniques to tonal repertoire, as well as an overview of standard musical forms (including binary, ternary, rondo, and sonata form). Available for undergraduate credit as MUS 413 .

    Typically Offered on the Main Campus:
    Summer only

    Credits: 3

  
  • MUS 615 - Contemporary Music Theory for Music Teachers


    Description:
    Fundamentals of jazz and pop music theory including lead sheet symbols, jazz nomenclature, functional keyboard skills in contemporary and jazz styles, score analysis of jazz and contemporary music, arranging techniques for contemporary and jazz styles, and basic improvisation techniques. Available for undergraduate credit as MUS 415 .

    Prerequisites:
    Admission to the MME Program or Instructor Consent

    Credits: 3

  
  • MUS 619 - Seminar in Choral Literature: 20th Century and Renaissance


    Description:
    A survey of choral literature in the 20th century and Renaissance eras. Genres studied include motets, madrigals, secular, choral-orchestral, spirituals, and more. Available for undergraduate credit as MUS 419 .

    Prerequisites:
    Admission to the MME Program or Instructor Consent

    Credits: 3

  
  • MUS 620 - Piano Literature I


    Description:
    Keyboard literature from 1700 to 1825 including major composers and their contributions. Available for undergraduate credit as MUS 420 .

    Credits: 3

  
  • MUS 621 - Piano Literature II


    Description:
    Keyboard literature from 1825 to present with emphasis on major composers and their contributions. Available for undergraduate credit as MUS 421 .

    Credits: 3

  
  • MUS 622 - Song Literature


    Description:
    Study solo vocal literature from 1500 to present. Available for undergraduate credit as MUS 422 .

    Prerequisites:
    Instructor Consent

    Credits: 3

  
  • MUS 623 - Seminar in Choral Literature: Baroque, Classical, and Romantic


    Description:
    A survey of choral literature in the Baroque, Classical, and Romantic eras. Genres studied include motets, part songs, choral-orchestral, and more. Available for undergraduate credit as MUS 423 .

    Prerequisites:
    Admission to the MME Program or Instructor Consent

    Credits: 3

  
  • MUS 624 - History and Literature of Wind Ensemble Music


    Description:
    History of development of wind instruments and their literature, including composers from Mozart to the present. Available for undergraduate credit as MUS 424 .

    Typically Offered on the Main Campus:
    As needed

    Credits: 3

  
  • MUS 625 - Wind Ensemble Music for Secondary Schools


    Description:
    Survey of wind ensemble music for secondary schools. Available for undergraduate credit as MUS 425 .

    Prerequisites:
    Admission to the MME Program or Instructor Consent

    Credits: 3

  
  • MUS 626 - Chamber Music


    Description:
    Survey chamber music including string quartet literature and other instrumental chamber ensembles. Available for undergraduate credit as MUS 426 .

    Credits: 3

  
  • MUS 627 - Symphonic Music


    Description:
    Survey symphonic music, including symphony literature & symphonic program music. Available for undergraduate credit as MUS 427 .

    Credits: 3

  
  • MUS 629 - Piano Chamber Ensemble


    Description:
    Study and perform chamber music. Weekly coaching sessions with piano faculty; performance in student recital. Required for applied piano degree. Available for undergraduate credit as MUS 429 .

    Prerequisites:
    Instructor Consent

    Typically Offered on the Main Campus:
    Not currently offered

    Credits: 1

  
  • MUS 630 - Small Ensemble VI - Vocal


    Description:
    May be repeated once for credit. Available for undergraduate credit as MUS 430 .

    Prerequisites:
    Instructor Consent

    Typically Offered on the Main Campus:
    Not currently offered

    Credits: 1

  
  • MUS 640 - Pedagogy of Music Theory


    Description:
    Survey of pedagogical philosophies and practical techniques for teaching music theory. Discuss foundational beliefs about music theory and develop lesson and unit plans for classroom instruction. Available for undergraduate credit as MUS 440 .

    Prerequisites:
    Instructor Consent

    Credits: 3

  
  • MUS 650 - Special Topics in Music


    Description:
    Topics in Music. Subtitle will designate area and prerequisites. May be repeated for credit with different subtitles. Available for undergraduate credit as MUS 450 .

    Prerequisites:
    Instructor Consent

    Credits: 0-3

  
  • MUS 655 - Analysis, Interpretation, and Performance


    Description:
    Explore the relationship between theoretical analysis and musical performance. Define the role of composer, performer, and listener; evaluate recorded performances; critique philosophies of performance practice; and discuss the impact of analysis on making interpretive decisions. Available for undergraduate credit as MUS 455 .

    Prerequisites:
    Instructor Consent

    Credits: 3

  
  • MUS 690 - Contemporary Vocal Pedagogies


    Description:
    Introduction to teaching methods for vocal production in contemporary singing styles including jazz and pop music, focusing on both solo and group singing including rehearsal techniques for jazz, pop, a cappella, and show choirs. Available for undergraduate credit as MUS 490 .

    Prerequisites:
    Admission to the MME Program or Instructor Consent

    Credits: 3

  
  • MUS 691 - Piano Pedagogy


    Description:
    Effective skills in private and class piano; discuss and perform piano literature; observe class and private instruction. Available for undergraduate credit as MUS 491 .

    Credits: 2

  
  • MUS 711 - Theory


    Description:
    Structure and materials of music, in which analysis is related to the performance and interpretation of music; musical materials drawn from small forms, 1650-1900.

    Credits: 3

  
  • MUS 760 - Artist Course in Applied Music - Piano


    Description:
    Expand repertoire and develop musicianship. For studio pedagogy and Suzuki, elect large ensemble (MUS 541 , MUS 542 , or MUS 543 ) or studio accompanying (piano students only, MUS 528 ) concurrently.

    Credits: 2 or 4

  
  • MUS 761 - Artist Course in Applied Music - Organ


    Description:
    Expand repertoire and develop musicianship. For studio pedagogy and Suzuki, elect large ensemble (MUS 541 , MUS 542 , or MUS 543 ) or studio accompanying (piano students only, MUS 528 ) concurrently.

    Credits: 2 or 4

  
  • MUS 762 - Artist Course in Applied Music - Voice


    Description:
    Expand repertoire and develop musicianship. For studio pedagogy and Suzuki, elect large ensemble (MUS 541 , MUS 542 , or MUS 543 ) or studio accompanying (piano students only, MUS 528 ) concurrently.

    Credits: 2 or 4

  
  • MUS 763 - Artist Course in Applied Music - Violin


    Description:
    Expand repertoire and develop musicianship. For studio pedagogy and Suzuki, elect large ensemble (MUS 541 , MUS 542 , or MUS 543 ) or studio accompanying (piano students only, MUS 528 ) concurrently.

    Credits: 2 or 4

  
  • MUS 764 - Artist Course in Applied Music - Viola


    Description:
    Expand repertoire and develop musicianship. For studio pedagogy and Suzuki, elect large ensemble (MUS 541 , MUS 542 , or MUS 543 ) or studio accompanying (piano students only, MUS 528 ) concurrently.

    Credits: 2 or 4

  
  • MUS 765 - Artist Course in Applied Music - Violincello


    Description:
    Expand repertoire and develop musicianship. For studio pedagogy and Suzuki, elect large ensemble (MUS 541 , MUS 542 , or MUS 543 ) or studio accompanying (piano students only, MUS 528 ) concurrently.

    Credits: 2 or 4

  
  • MUS 766 - Artist Course in Applied Music - Double Bass


    Description:
    Expand repertoire and develop musicianship. For studio pedagogy and Suzuki, elect large ensemble (MUS 541 , MUS 542 , or MUS 543 ) or studio accompanying (piano students only, MUS 528 ) concurrently.

    Credits: 2 or 4

  
  • MUS 767 - Artist Course in Applied Music - Flute


    Description:
    Expand repertoire and develop musicianship. For studio pedagogy and Suzuki, elect large ensemble (MUS 541 , MUS 542 , or MUS 543 ) or studio accompanying (piano students only, MUS 528 ) concurrently.

    Credits: 2 or 4

  
  • MUS 768 - Artist Course in Applied Music - Oboe


    Description:
    Expand repertoire and develop musicianship. For studio pedagogy and Suzuki, elect large ensemble (MUS 541 , MUS 542 , or MUS 543 ) or studio accompanying (piano students only, MUS 528 ) concurrently.

    Credits: 2 or 4

  
  • MUS 769 - Artist Course in Applied Music - Clarinet


    Description:
    Expand repertoire and develop musicianship. For studio pedagogy and Suzuki, elect large ensemble (MUS 541 , MUS 542 , or MUS 543 ) or studio accompanying (piano students only, MUS 528 ) concurrently.

    Credits: 2 or 4

  
  • MUS 770 - Artist Course in Applied Music - Bassoon


    Description:
    Expand repertoire and develop musicianship. For studio pedagogy and Suzuki, elect large ensemble (MUS 541 , MUS 542 , or MUS 543 ) or studio accompanying (piano students only, MUS 528 ) concurrently.

    Credits: 2 or 4

  
  • MUS 771 - Artist Course in Applied Music - Saxophone


    Description:
    Expand repertoire and develop musicianship. For studio pedagogy and Suzuki, elect large ensemble (MUS 541 , MUS 542 , or MUS 543 ) or studio accompanying (piano students only, MUS 528 ) concurrently.

    Credits: 2 or 4

  
  • MUS 772 - Artist Course in Applied Music - Trumpet


    Description:
    Expand repertoire and develop musicianship. For studio pedagogy and Suzuki, elect large ensemble (MUS 541 , MUS 542 , or MUS 543 ) or studio accompanying (piano students only, MUS 528 ) concurrently.

    Credits: 2 or 4

  
  • MUS 773 - Artist Course in Applied Music - Horn


    Description:
    Expand repertoire and develop musicianship. For studio pedagogy and Suzuki, elect large ensemble (MUS 541 , MUS 542 , or MUS 543 ) or studio accompanying (piano students only, MUS 528 ) concurrently.

    Credits: 2 or 4

  
  • MUS 774 - Artist Course in Applied Music - Trombone


    Description:
    Expand repertoire and develop musicianship. For studio pedagogy and Suzuki, elect large ensemble (MUS 541 , MUS 542 , or MUS 543 ) or studio accompanying (piano students only, MUS 528 ) concurrently.

    Credits: 2 or 4

  
  • MUS 775 - Artist Course in Applied Music - Baritone


    Description:
    Expand repertoire and develop musicianship. For studio pedagogy and Suzuki, elect large ensemble (MUS 541 , MUS 542 , or MUS 543 ) or studio accompanying (piano students only, MUS 528 ) concurrently.

    Credits: 2 or 4

  
  • MUS 776 - Artist Course in Applied Music - Tuba


    Description:
    Expand repertoire and develop musicianship. For studio pedagogy and Suzuki, elect large ensemble (MUS 541 , MUS 542 , or MUS 543 ) or studio accompanying (piano students only, MUS 528 ) concurrently.

    Credits: 2 or 4

  
  • MUS 777 - Artist Course in Applied Music - Percussion


    Description:
    Expand repertoire and develop musicianship. For studio pedagogy and Suzuki, elect large ensemble (MUS 541 , MUS 542 , or MUS 543 ) or studio accompanying (piano students only, MUS 528 ) concurrently.

    Credits: 2 or 4

  
  • MUS 779 - Artist Course in Applied Music - Composition


    Description:
    Expand repertoire and develop musicianship. For studio pedagogy and Suzuki, elect large ensemble (MUS 541 , MUS 542 , or MUS 543 ) or studio accompanying (piano students only, MUS 528 ) concurrently.

    Credits: 2 or 4

  
  • MUS 781 - Artist Course in Applied Music - Jazz Guitar


    Description:
    Expand repertoire and develop musicianship. For studio pedagogy and Suzuki, elect large ensemble (MUS 541 , MUS 542 , or MUS 543 ) or studio accompanying (piano students only, MUS 528 ) concurrently.

    Credits: 2 or 4

  
  • MUS 795 - Graduate Conducting


    Description:
    Experience in choral and instrumental pedagogy and conducting for use in secondary schools.

    Credits: 1-4

  
  • MUS 796 - Independent Study


    Description:
    Planned study to supplement preparation in area of specialization. May be repeated for credit with different subtitles.

    Credits: 1-3


Music Education

  
  • MUED 158 - Instrumental Music Instruction for Vocalists


    Description:
    Open to music education majors whose principal instrument is voice. Pedagogy and instruction in instrumental music teaching on multiple ensemble instruments will be emphasized through class participation, observation, peer teaching, and in-class performance. Participate in campus band or orchestra as a laboratory experience for this course.

    Credits: 1

  
  • MUED 200 - Methods and Leadership in the Field of Music Education


    Description:
    Methods, materials, techniques, organization, and field experiences associated with music education.

    Credits: 3

  
  • MUED 201 - Introduction to Music Education


    Description:
    Introduction to philosophy of music education. Prominent methods of music education, lesson planning, and approaches to classroom instruments will be covered in an interactive format including peer teaching. Class meets 2 hrs per week; requires 15 total hours of K-12 school music class observation outside of course time.

    Typically Offered on the Main Campus:
    Fall and Spring

    Credits: 1

  
  • MUED 305 - Guitar for Music Educators


    Description:
    Basic skills of guitar playing in both classical and popular music styles. Along with these fundamental techniques, the course will also cover how to read guitar-specific notation. Designed to teach skills that will allow you to use the guitar in a classroom setting and give you a foundation from which to teach the instrument. Available for graduate credit as MUED 505 .

    Prerequisites:
    Instructor Consent

    Credits: 2-3

  
  • MUED 323 - General Music Methods


    Description:
    Theory and application of general music teaching skills in primary, intermediate grades, and secondary school.

    Prerequisites:
    MUED 201  or Instructor Consent

    Typically Offered on the Main Campus:
    Spring Only

    Credits: 2

  
  • MUED 324 - Elementary School Instrumental Music Teaching Techniques


    Description:
    Theory and application of instrumental teaching skills in primary and intermediate grades; relationship to public school music and general curriculum; classroom observation. Participate in campus band or orchestra as a laboratory experience for this course.

    Prerequisites:
    Both MUED 201  and MUS 156 , or Instructor Consent. For music major/minors only.

    Typically Offered on the Main Campus:
    Fall Only

    Credits: 2

  
  • MUED 325 - Choral Teaching Techniques


    Description:
    Methods, materials and curricular organization of choral music in junior and senior high schools; teaching and rehearsal strategies. Students will participate in campus choir as a laboratory experience for this course.

    Prerequisites:
    Both MUED 201  and MUS 394 , or Instructor Consent. For music majors/minors only.

    Typically Offered on the Main Campus:
    Fall Only

    Credits: 2

  
  • MUED 326 - Secondary School Instrumental Music Teaching Techniques


    Description:
    Methods, materials, curricular organization, and teaching strategies for instrumental music in high school. Participate in campus band or orchestra as a laboratory experience for this course.

    Prerequisites:
    MUED 324  or Instructor Consent. For music major/minors only.

    Typically Offered on the Main Campus:
    Spring Only

    Credits: 2

  
  • MUED 327 - Marching Band Methods and Leadership


    Description:
    Methods, materials, techniques, organization, and field experiences associated with marching band instruction and pedagogy. Available for graduate credit as MUED 527 .

    Credits: 3

  
  • MUED 381 - Music in the Elementary School


    Description:
    Theory, techniques, teaching skills in primary and intermediate grades; music fundamentals for each grade; aims and content of public school music in relation to general curriculum. Does not count toward music major/minor.

    General Education Designation(s):
    Bachelor: ART

    Typically Offered on the Main Campus:
    Fall and Spring

    Credits: 2

  
  • MUED 383 - Music Education Workshop


    Description:
    Timely topics related to music education; current trends and practices. Subtitle will designate area and prerequisites. May be repeated for credit with different subtitles. Available for graduate credit as MUED 583 .

    Prerequisites:
    Instructor Consent

    Typically Offered on the Main Campus:
    Summer Only

    Credits: 1-3

  
  • MUED 384 - Suzuki Talent Education Pedagogy


    Description:
    Foundations of Suzuki Talent Education philosophy and pedagogical system as a practical approach to developing musical ability in children; pedagogical skills to establish a positive learning environment; discussion, observation and video materials. Individual music performance not required. (May be registered with SAA). Available for graduate credit as MUED 584 .

    Typically Offered on the Main Campus:
    As Needed

    Credits: 1

  
  • MUED 385 - Suzuki Workshop I


    Description:
    Apply techniques and repertoire of Suzuki method at the elementary level; individual performance and observation of children required. (May be registered with SAA). May be repeated for credit. Available for graduate credit as MUED 585 .

    Prerequisites:
    MUED 384  or Instructor Consent

    Typically Offered on the Main Campus:
    As Needed

    Credits: 3

  
  • MUED 386 - Suzuki Workshop II


    Description:
    (Sec 1, violin; Sec 2, piano) Apply techniques and repertoire of Suzuki method beyond the elementary level; individual performance and observation of children required. (May be registered with SAA). May be repeated for credit. Available for graduate credit as MUED 586 .

    Prerequisites:
    MUED 385  or Instructor Consent

    Typically Offered on the Main Campus:
    Spring Only

    Credits: 2

 

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