Students of music learn about the history of music, music theory and composition and the performance of one or more instruments. Classes cover such topics as musical styles, ear training and performance.
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103 |
Voice Class I |
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Credits: 3. Prerequisites: none
Teaches fundamentals of tone production, breath control and practical techniques involved in reading and interpreting songs. |
| MUS |
104 |
Voice Class II |
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Credits: 3. Prerequisites: MUS 103
Continues the skills learned in MUS 103. |
| MUS |
107 |
Guitar Class I |
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Credits: 2–3. Prerequisites: none
Studies basic guitar technique, bluegrass, classical and rock styles. No previous musical training required. |
| MUS |
108 |
Guitar Class II |
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Credits: 2–3. Prerequisites: MUS 107 or consent of instructor
Continues development of skills learned in MUS 107. |
| MUS |
111 |
Piano Class I |
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Credits: 3. Prerequisites: none
Introduces the piano, including instruction in note reading, technique, theory and easy repertoire. Students work in a laboratory setting, each using their own electronic piano. |
| MUS |
112 |
Piano Class II |
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Credits: 3. Prerequisites: MUS 111 or consent of instructor
Provides a continuation of MUS 111, a class in basic piano technique and theory. |
| MUS |
119B |
Harmonica Class I |
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Credits: 3. Prerequisites: none
Introduces the diatonic harmonica, including instruction in note reading, playing techniques, theory and easy repertoire. Students work in a laboratory setting using their own diatonic harmonica. |
| MUS |
120B |
Harmonica Class II |
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Credits: 3. Prerequisites: MUS 119B or equivalent
Continues the skills learned in MUS 119B. |
| MUS |
121 |
Music Appreciation |
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Credits: 3. Prerequisites: none
Analyzes styles and forms of music from the Middle Ages through the 20th century, and discusses musical instruments and major composers. |
| MUS |
176 |
Musical Theatre Practicum |
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Credits: 2–3. Prerequisites: none
Offers musical theatre techniques for singers, actors, pianist/coaches and stage managers, including production and performance. |
| MUS |
203 |
Music Theory I |
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Credits: 3. Prerequisites: none
Introduces students to counterpoint and harmony. |
| MUS |
204 |
Music Theory II |
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Credits: 3. Prerequisites: MUS 203
A continuation of the skills learned in MUS 203. |
| MUS |
211 |
Sightsinging & Dictation I |
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Credits: 1. Prerequisites: none
Introduces the techniques of reading music at sight and taking musical and rhythmic dictations without the aid of an instrument. |
| MUS |
212 |
Sightsinging & Dictation II |
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Credits: 1. Prerequisites: MUS 211
Continues the skills learned in MUS 211. |
| MUS |
215 |
Technique of Songwriting |
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Credits: 3. Prerequisites: basic knowledge of theory
Offers a practical course in composing pop music. Analysis of hit songs and discussion of songs written by the class. Each student will compose melodies and lyrics, helping the poet with music and the musician with poetry. |
| MUS |
224 |
Special Studies in Music Literature |
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Credits: 2–3. Prerequisites: pianists should be of intermediate level proficiency
Focuses in depth on a special topic in music literature. Topics might include Baroque, classical, romantic, or 20th century keyboard literature. Students will explore musical topics through both lecture and their own performance of representative works. Class may be repeated for up to six credits. |
| MUS |
233 |
Recording Techniques and MIDI I |
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Credits: 2. Prerequisites: none
Introduces the MIDI process, using both computer software and music hardware. Students will learn to operate the latest models of sequencers, samplers, and synthesizers. |
| MUS |
253 |
Jazz Improvisation I |
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Credits: 2. Prerequisites: none
Introduces the techniques of jazz improvisation in a laboratory setting. |
| MUS |
276 |
Musical Theatre Practicum |
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Credits: 1–3. Prerequisites: none
Covers selected topics in musical theatre. |
