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MUSC 132 Introduction to
Guitar Instruction II 3 cr. (2+2)
This course is designed for students who
have basic knowledge in guitar playing.
The course is a practical way of introducing
the materials of music to students who
plan to play for their own enjoyment.
Prerequisite(s): MUSC 131. Code 2 course
fee.
MUSC 142 Jazz Band I
MUSC 143 Jazz Band II
MUSC 242 Jazz Band III
MUSC 243 Jazz Band IV
1 cr. (0+2)
This course is designed to give students
experience in playing jazz in a large group
setting. Emphasis will be placed on the
fundamentals of jazz style, listening, and
performance in a collaborative environment.
This course will allow students to develop
skills in sight-reading, rehearsal techniques,
and improvisation within the big band
format. Possession of the appropriate
musical instrument and audition is required.
Concurrent enrollment in Concert Band is
desirable. Code 2 course fee.
MUSC 150
Introduction to Keyboard
Instruction I 3 cr. (2+2)
This course is designed as an introduction
to piano playing for students with no prior
music experience. In addition to sight
reading, transposition and improvisation,
this is a very practical way of introducing
the materials of music to students who plan
to study music further or just play for their
own enjoyment. Code 3 course fee.
MUSC 151
Introduction to Keyboard
Instruction II 3 cr. (2+2)
This course is designed for students who
have a basic knowledge of piano playing.
In addition to continuing and expanding
the topics of MUSC 150, the course will
enable students to learn harmonization of
tunes and basic elements of interpretation.
Forms and styles of traditional music will be
presented and supplemented with examples
of students and instructor. Prerequisite(s):
MUSC 150. Code 2 course fee.
MUSC 160 College Choir I 1 cr.
The aim of the choir is to develop and
perpetuate a high standard of choralensemble
singing. Open on a non-credit
basis to interested students and others who
do not wish to take the course for credit.
(Tone test required.)
MUSC 161 College Choir II 1 cr.
The aim of the choir is to develop and
perpetuate a high standard of choralensemble
singing. Open on a non-credit
basis to interested students and others who
do not wish to take the course for credit.
(Tone test required.)
MUSC 164
Group Voice I 2 cr. (1+2)
This course is designed to develop the
range and quality of the singing voice.
Fundamentals of vocal technique and
introduction to vocal repertory are
emphasized. The ability to read music would
be helpful.
MUSC 165
Group Voice II 2 cr. (1+2)
This course is designed to develop the
range and quality of the singing voice.
Fundamentals of vocal technique and
introduction to vocal repertory are
emphasized. The ability to read music would
be helpful.
MUSC 173 Concert Band I
MUSC 174 Concert Band II
MUSC 273 Concert Band III
MUSC 274 Concert Band IV
1 cr. (0+2 )
For music students who wish to perform in
innovative instrumental performing groups
and develop their practical musicianship.
Students will demonstrate further
proficiency on their instruments and in
ensemble performance. Code 3 course fee.
MUSC 181
Theory of Music I 3 cr.
An introduction to the theory of music
including ear training, dictation and sight
reading.
MUSC 182
Theory of Music II 3 cr.
A continuation of MUSC 181 with
instruction in musical analysis, techniques
of composition and student projects of a
creative nature. Prerequisite(s): MUSC 181.
MUSC 183
Beginning Jazz Theory &
Improvisation 2 cr. (1+2)
This course will provide students with
the basic skills required to create an
improvisation. By understanding the basics
of jazz theory and how to apply techniques
in practice, students will learn how to
practice and develop improvisational skills.
No experience in playing jazz is required.
Prerequisite(s): MUSC 182
MUSC 185 Introduction to Jazz
History
3 cr.
This course is a survey of jazz music from its
origins to the present. It focuses on historical
as well as musical developments in jazz in
the United States and on those musicians
who have led in shaping the musical, cultural,
social, and political significance of jazz. The
course helps students develop the critical
listening skills needed to identify the music’s
defining elements and leading figures. In
addition to fundamental aspects of the music
(form, rhythm, harmony, style, aesthetics,
and dance), this course also emphasizes the
meanings that jazz music has had in various
social, political, and historical contexts.
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MUSC 190 Introduction to
Music Appreciation 3 cr.
This course is planned primarily for
students without previous training. The
most important styles and types of music
will be studied through the examination of
representative examples drawn from the
different eras of music history. Recorded
and visual materials will be utilized to
stimulate a discriminating understanding
and enjoyment of the various styles and
types of music.
MUSC 194 Music of the
World’s Peoples
3 cr.
This course is primarily for students without
previous musical training. Through case
studies, the music of various cultures
is studied in the context of human
life. Recorded visual materials and a
student-selected "field study" stimulate
understanding and appreciation for various
types of music in our world.
MUSC 250
Intermediate Keyboard
Instruction I 3 cr. (2+2)
This course is for students with a background
in the fundamentals of music and basic
keyboard skills. Improvisation and creating
accompaniments for melodies are taught as
well as works from the standard keyboard
repertoire. Prerequisite(s): MUSC 151. Code
2 course fee.
MUSC 251
Intermediate Keyboard
Instruction II 3 cr. (2+2)
A continuation of MUSC 250 with instruction
in accompanying, choral and instrumental
score reading and contemporary idioms.
Prerequisite(s): MUSC 250. Code 2 course
fee.
MUSC 260
College Choir III
1 cr.
The aim of the choir is to develop and
perpetuate a high standard of choralensemble
singing. Open on a non-credit
basis to interested students and others who
do not wish to take the course for credit.
(Tone test required.)
MUSC 261
College Choir IV
1 cr.
The aim of the choir is to develop and
perpetuate a high standard of choralensemble
singing. Open on a non-credit
basis to interested students and others who
do not wish to take the course for credit.
(Tone test required.)
MUSC 264
Group Voice III 2 cr. (1+2)
This course is designed to develop the
range and quality of the singing voice.
Fundamentals of vocal technique and
introduction to vocal repertory are
emphasized. The ability to read music would
be helpful, but is not required.
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