Academic

MUS 306 - Music Theory VI - 2 cr.
Introduces students to post-tonal theory and composition
techniques in analyzing musical works of the 20th century.
Prerequisite: MUS 304
MUS 307 - Choral Conducting 1- 2 cr.
Course focuses on score reading; baton techniques; experiences
in conducting choral groups; study of attack, release, dynamics,
intonation, and interpretation. In addition, choral principles of
voice production, intonation, rhythm, diction and tone color are
covered. Music majors only.
MUS 308 - Choral Conducting II - 2 cr.
Basic fundamentals in baton techniques. Band, orchestral score
readings and analysis. Music majors only.
MUS 309 - Jazz Theory and Improvisation I - 3 cr.
This course is an exploration of chord symbols, the harmonic
and rhythmic language of jazz and of various vehicles and tools of
personal creative expression. Improvisation as it applies generally
to all instruments and specifically to the instrument of the student.
Prerequisite: MUS 301.
MUS 310 - Jazz Theory and Improvisation II - 3 cr.
Continuation of MUS 309.
MUS 323 - Voice Literature - 1 cr.
This course will concentrate on various types of song literature,
including French, German, Italian, American, and African-America.
The goal of the class is to introduce students to a variety of
repertoire and vocal styles that are appropriate for studio teaching
and performance. The student will be expected to demonstrate
the ability to discuss repertoire, composers, and compositional
characteristics. Students enrolled in this course may be required
to perform selection(s) assigned by the instructor. Open to vocal
majors only or by permission of instructor.
MUS 331 - Piano Class - 1 cr.
Advanced piano techniques.
MUS 332 - Piano Class - 1 cr.
Continuation of MUS 331.
MUS 397 - Midday Recital - 0 cr.
Junior Level. Required of all music majors. See MUS 197 for course
description.
MUS 398 - Midday Recital - 0 cr.
Continuation of MUS 397. Required of all music majors.
MUS 400 - Senior Recital - 0 cr.
Student demonstrates vocal/instrumental proficiency in a one (1)
hour recital on his/her principle instrument. Recital must receive
departmental approval prior to performance. Course is Pass/Fail.
Prerequisite: MUS 300.
MUS 402 - Orchestration - 2 cr.
Study of transpositions and scoring for various instrumental
combinations.
MUS 407 - History of Gospel Music - 3 cr.
A survey of classic and contemporary styles of African-American
Gospel music and major composers. Designed for students who
have some background in piano. Open to all students.
MUS 408 - Gospel Keyboard Styles - 1 cr.
MUS 410 - Readings in African American Music - 3 cr.
Students will trace the course of Afro-American music from the
Colonial period to modern times. Gathers together the strands
that have made the fabric of the music in the United States: folksongs,
popular, vocal, dance, religious, theatrical, and concert music.
MUS 413 - Contemporary Composition and Arranging 1- 3 cr.
Explores the study of jazz and contemporary compositions
and arranging with an emphasis on writing for small ensembles.
Prerequisite: MUS 302.
MUS 414 - Contemporary Composition and Arranging II - 3 cr.
A continuation of MUS 413. Prerequisite: MUS 413.
MUS 439 - Special Topics in Music - 3 cr.
An in-depth study of a composer, performer or specific genre of
music with special consideration given to African-American musical
contributions.
MUS 440 - Jazz History - 3 cr.
A study of jazz from traditional to avant garde. Includes the
innovators in each style period. Modern idioms, electronic, jazz,
and jazz of the future. Open to all students.
MUS 450 - Music in America - 3 cr.
An historical survey of music in the United States from the founding of
the country to the present time. Many styles including jazz and other
popular forms of music will be discussed. Open to all students.
MUS 458 - Opera Workshop I - 1 cr.
Senior Level. A historically oriented survey in the development
of opera through the study of selected works of leading operatic
composers. A workshop designed for the coordination of music
and acting with particular emphasis on training the singing actor.
Coaching in operatic scenes and training in the basic aspects of opera.
Two hours of laboratory per week.
MUS 459 - Opera Workshop II - 1 cr.
Continuation of MUS 458.
MUS 460 - Survey of Opera Literature - 2 cr.
A historically oriented survey in the development and various
genres of opera. Particular emphasis will also be given to African-
American singers of opera.
MUS 497 - Midday Recital - 0 cr.
Senior Level. Required of all music majors. See MUS 197 for course
description.
MUS 498 - Midday Recital - 0 cr.
Continuation of MUS 497. Required of all music majors. See MUS
197 for course description.
APPLIED VOICE
MUS 113 - Applied Voice I - 1 cr.
Vocal Instruction with emphasis on introductory vocal techniques,
practice skills, and beginning song literature.
MUS 114 - Applied Voice II - 1 cr.
Vocal Instruction with emphasis on introductory vocal techniques,
practice skills, and beginning song literature. Amount of work and
repertoire to be determined by the instructor.
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