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MUS 4950 Opera Theater<br />

1 cr.<br />

Prerequisite: consent <strong>of</strong> department. A workshop course especially<br />

designed for the coordination <strong>of</strong> music and acting with particular<br />

emphasis on training the singing actor. Coaching in operatic scenes<br />

and training in the basic principles <strong>of</strong> dramatic aspects <strong>of</strong> opera. In<br />

addition to participation in the ensemble, extra duties <strong>of</strong> a responsible<br />

nature will be assigned. A maximum <strong>of</strong> three hours credit in<br />

ensembles may be applied toward a graduate degree.<br />

MUS 4950G Opera Theater<br />

1 cr.<br />

Prerequisite: consent <strong>of</strong> department. A workshop course especially<br />

designed for the coordination <strong>of</strong> music and acting with particular<br />

emphasis on training the singing actor. Coaching in operatic scenes<br />

and training in the basic principles <strong>of</strong> dramatic aspects <strong>of</strong> opera. In<br />

addition to participation in the ensemble, extra duties <strong>of</strong> a responsible<br />

nature will be assigned. A maximum <strong>of</strong> three hours credit in<br />

ensembles may be applied toward a graduate degree.<br />

MUS 6000 Directed Independent Study<br />

1-3 cr.<br />

Prerequisite: consent <strong>of</strong> department. Independent study in the graduate<br />

student’s area <strong>of</strong> specialization, under the direction <strong>of</strong> a designated<br />

member <strong>of</strong> the graduate faculty. Credit is only applicable<br />

toward elective requirement. Total credit is limited to nine hours.<br />

MUS 6001 Directed Independent Study<br />

1-3 cr.<br />

Prerequisite: consent <strong>of</strong> department. Independent study in the graduate<br />

student’s area <strong>of</strong> specialization, under the direction <strong>of</strong> a designated<br />

member <strong>of</strong> the graduate faculty. Credit is only applicable<br />

toward elective requirement. Total credit is limited to nine hours.<br />

MUS 6002 Directed Independent Study<br />

1-3 cr.<br />

Prerequisite: consent <strong>of</strong> department. Independent study in the graduate<br />

student’s area <strong>of</strong> specialization, under the direction <strong>of</strong> a designated<br />

member <strong>of</strong> the graduate faculty. Credit is only applicable<br />

toward elective requirement. Total credit is limited to nine hours.<br />

MUS 6010 Musical Overview Arts Administ<br />

3 cr.<br />

Prerequisite: admission to the M.A. administration program or consent<br />

<strong>of</strong> department. Not for credit toward a graduate degree in<br />

music. A nonintensive survey <strong>of</strong> music history with emphasis on<br />

formation <strong>of</strong> the current concert, opera, and ballet repertory, and<br />

an examination <strong>of</strong> the various artistic and economic aspects <strong>of</strong> the<br />

pr<strong>of</strong>essional presentation <strong>of</strong> this repertory in public performance.<br />

MUS 6100 Graduate Theory in Performance<br />

3 cr.<br />

Prerequisites: MUS 4101 and 4102 or consent <strong>of</strong> department. This<br />

course is designed to demonstrate practical usage <strong>of</strong> theoretical<br />

ideas in musical performance.<br />

MUS 6101 Analytical Studies Baroq/Class<br />

3 cr.<br />

A detailed study <strong>of</strong> selected major works <strong>of</strong> the Baroque and Classical<br />

periods<br />

MUS 6102 Analyt Studies Rom/20th Cen<br />

3 cr.<br />

A detailed study <strong>of</strong> selected major works <strong>of</strong> the Romantic period<br />

and the Twentieth Century will be the basis <strong>of</strong> this study.<br />

MUS 6103 Analytical Studies - Rococo Pd<br />

1-3 cr.<br />

One-Time Waiver<br />

MUS 6104 Theory Pedagogy<br />

3 cr.<br />

Prerequisite: consent <strong>of</strong> department. Prerequisite: MUS 6101 or 6102.<br />

An examination and discussion <strong>of</strong> music theory teaching materials<br />

and methods with an emphasis on college-level instruction.<br />

MUS 6105 18th Cent Polyphonic Technique<br />

3 cr.<br />

Prerequisite: MUS 4101 or equivalent. A detailed study <strong>of</strong> specific<br />

polyphonic techniques.<br />

MUS 6111 Seminar Choral Conducting<br />

3 cr.<br />

Prerequisites: Consent <strong>of</strong> department and MUS 3111 - 3112 or equivalent.<br />

An advanced course in the interpretation <strong>of</strong> choral literature<br />

with special attention given to conducting technique, rehearsal<br />

problems and their solutions, and score preparation. Laboratory<br />

experience will be provided. May be repeated once for credit by<br />

students with choral conducting emphasis.<br />

MUS 6112 Seminar Instrumental Conduct<br />

3 cr.<br />

Prerequisite: Consent <strong>of</strong> department and MUS 3111 - 3112 or equivalent.<br />

An advanced course in the interpretation <strong>of</strong> instrumental<br />

literature with special attention given to conducting technique,<br />

rehearsal problems and their solutions, and score preparation.<br />

Laboratory experience will be provided. May be repeated once for<br />

credit by students with instrumental conducting emphasis.<br />

MUS 6191 Seminar in Music Theory<br />

3 cr.<br />

Prerequisite: consent <strong>of</strong> department MUS 6101 or 6102. An intensive<br />

study <strong>of</strong> a limited aspect <strong>of</strong> music theory through guided research<br />

and presentation <strong>of</strong> findings. Topic will vary from semester to<br />

semester. Course may be taken three times.<br />

MUS 6200 Music Research Methods & Mater<br />

3 cr.<br />

Prerequisite: Consent <strong>of</strong> department. This is a writing-intensive<br />

course designed to help graduate students develop skills in music<br />

research and in the various forms and styles <strong>of</strong> academic and pr<strong>of</strong>essional<br />

writing in music. The major goal <strong>of</strong> this course is to prepare<br />

students for the intellectual challenges <strong>of</strong> graduate academic<br />

work, including research papers and comprehensive examinations,<br />

and for the pr<strong>of</strong>essional music market and industry. Students will<br />

explore the various print and electronic music research resources<br />

and engage in numerous writing and research projects.<br />

MUS 6291 Seminar in Music History<br />

3 cr.<br />

An intensive study <strong>of</strong> a limited aspect <strong>of</strong> music history through<br />

guided individual research and presentation <strong>of</strong> findings. Topic will<br />

vary from semester to semester. Course may be taken three times<br />

MUS 6292 Music in 20th Century America<br />

3 cr.<br />

This course addresses the growth <strong>of</strong> European Classical music,<br />

jazz, and the rise <strong>of</strong> popular music in the United States from the<br />

era <strong>of</strong> Caruso and Toscanini through the techno-rap <strong>of</strong> the 1990s.<br />

Particular attention is paid to the manner in which 20th century<br />

American culture has shaped attitudes about music: how radio, the<br />

phonograph, television and the internet have influenced the music<br />

that Americans heard, and how these developments have altered<br />

their understanding <strong>of</strong> music during the 20th century. Intended for<br />

both Classical and Jazz Division graduate students; Others admitted<br />

with the permission <strong>of</strong> the department. No prerequisites.<br />

MUS 6300 Seminar in Jazz History<br />

3 cr.<br />

Prerequisite: MUS 2205 or consent <strong>of</strong> department. A focused study <strong>of</strong><br />

the music <strong>of</strong> a single contributor or related group <strong>of</strong> contributors<br />

selected from the major innovators in jazz history. Topic will vary<br />

from semester to semester.<br />

MUS 6310 Jazz Resrch & Discography<br />

3 cr.<br />

Prerequisite: MUS 2205. or consent <strong>of</strong> department. An advanced<br />

study <strong>of</strong> jazz research materials and methodology with an emphasis<br />

on jazz discography.<br />

MUS 6391 Adv Seminar in Choral Music<br />

3 cr.<br />

Prerequisite: consent <strong>of</strong> department or 4818. An intensive study<br />

focusing on a selected topic in choral music through guided<br />

research and classroom discussion. Topic will vary from semester<br />

to semester. Course may be taken three times.<br />

MUS 6401 Applied Keyboard<br />

3 cr.<br />

Private instruction (one hour per week).<br />

MUS 6402 Applied Keyboard<br />

3 cr.<br />

Private instruction (one hour per week).<br />

<strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>New</strong> <strong>Orleans</strong>/324

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