Surveys the knowledge and "tools" that one must be aware of as a musician in current times. Students are introduced to and explore the sounds and language used by musicians to discuss, analyze, interpret, create and perform music (conceptual and practical). Students will develop their musicianship through the practice of skills on their primary instrument, their voice/bodies, the piano, composition, and improvisation. Students will be asked to be civic minded in their pursuit of musical knowledge--how can and should musicians be relevant in modern society.
Basic musicianship course, including study of materials and language of music: pitch, rhythm, meter, intervals, chords, part-writing, analysis of masterworks. Approach is from both conceptual and performance standpoint: hearing, writing, playing, singing.
Non-auditioned Men’s ensemble that rehearses and performs choral works from a variety of genres and historical periods. 3 hours of rehearsal per week.
Non-auditioned Women’s ensemble that rehearses and performs choral works from a variety of genres and historical periods. 3 hours of rehearsal per week.
Study and performance of steel band repertoire.
Class piano for beginners. Course is open to majors whose performance area is other than piano and to nonmajors.
Private instrumental for vocal study. Lab Fees: $360.00 15 30-minute lessons; Final exam is recording of performance 1 credit equates to 2 hours of practice per week expectation
Private music instruction for Instrumental/vocal students. Lab fee required.
Private music instruction for Instrumental/vocal students. Lab fee required.
Topics in Music.
Study of conducting technique, score study and responsibilities of a conductor of an ensemble.
A project that demonstrates student achievement and synthesis of work to this point in their musical studies. For Music Minors, this represents the culmination of their achievements within our program. For Music Majors it is an indication of the student’s progress toward degree completion.
A survey of instrumental techniques for the Vocal Music Education major. Students will survey string, percussion, brass, and woodwind instrumental groups for a basic understanding of the requirements necessary for interpreting and producing music from a score. Students will learn applicable rehearsal techniques in working with instruments in a choral rehearsal setting.
Develops performance skills and learns teaching strategies for string instruments. Required for instrumental music education licensure, course topics cover performance techniques, instrument care and maintenance, instrument selection, technology integration, instructional materials, performance assessment and diverse solo and ensemble repertoire selection.
Develops performance skills and learns teaching strategies for woodwind instruments. Required for instrumental music education licensure, course topics cover performance techniques, instrument care and maintenance, instrument selection, technology integration, instructional materials, performance assessment and diverse solo and ensemble repertoire selection.
Develops performance skills and learns teaching strategies for brass instruments. Required for instrumental music education licensure, course topics cover performance techniques, instrument care and maintenance, instrument selection, technology integration, instructional materials, performance assessment and diverse solo and ensemble repertoire selection.
Develops performance skills and learns teaching strategies for percussion instruments. Required for instrumental music education licensure, course topics cover performance techniques, instrument care and maintenance, instrument selection, technology integration, instructional materials, performance assessment and diverse solo and ensemble repertoire selection.
We explore the richness and diversity of several Latin American musical and dance cultures, developing an understanding of the cultural, historical, and sociopolitical frameworks for their vibrant and popular forms. Understanding each musical culture as a hybrid mixture of indigenous expression, Spanish or Portuguese empire, and African diaspora, we examine the contribution of all of these cultural and musical elements to national identity, global politics, and commercial success.
Students cultivate an entrepreneurial approach to their art, connecting with audiences and creating value in our communities. They learn how to promote ourselves as the architects of their future: through self-assessment, creativity, social capital, and as an artist/producer.
Topics in music.
Advanced study of Western music theory including 18th-century counterpoint, form and analysis, and chromatic harmony.
Study and application of 20th- and 21st-century Western music theory; study and application of principles of orchestration and arranging.
Explores the history and literature of art music in Europe and the Americas, MUS 3113 focuses on music from the beginning of Western civilization through the transition to the Classic era. Topics of study include musical styles, genres, contexts, composers, processes of change, and interrelationships with other arts and societal structures of the time.
Explores the history and literature of art music in Europe and the Americas, MUS 3114 focuses on music from the height of the Classic era through the first part of the twenty-first century. Topics of study include: compositional styles, genres, contexts, composers, processes of change, and interrelationships with other arts and societal structures of the time.
Select treble ensemble that rehearses and performs choral works from a variety of genres and historical periods. 3 hours of rehearsal plus required sectional each week. Tours regularly. Year-long commitment required.
Select mixed ensemble that rehearses and performs choral works from a variety of genres and historical periods. 3 hours of rehearsal plus required sectional each week. Tours regularly. Year-long commitment required.
Rehearsal and performance of quality band literature.
Rehearsal and performance of different styles of jazz through listening, playing and improvising.
Rehearsal and performance of string ensemble repertoire from the Renaissance through the present.
Study of art, folk, and popular music of both Eastern and Western cultures and relationship of the music to the history, geography and society of the region. No musical experience necessary.
Study of vocal performance pedagogy and vocal health, including the child voice and the changing voice.
Develops and refines rehearsal technique and conducting skills in a choral setting.
Develops skills in conducting and rehearsal techniques plus knowledge of literature and materials for use in teaching instrumental music.
Develops knowledge and skills needed in order to teach general music.
Investigate teaching and learning for instrumental music settings. Required for instrumental music education licensure.
Investigate teaching and learning for choral music settings. This class is part of a two-course series, although the courses are designed so they can be taken non-sequentially. Required for vocal music education licensure.
Chamber Choir is a select mixed ensemble (Soprano, Alto, Tenor, Bass) chorus that rehearses and performs primarily a cappella choral music from a variety of genres and historical periods. Tours regularly. Year-long commitment required.
Prepares students for teaching secondary classroom music. Required for Vocal and Instrumental Music Education licensure.
Investigate teaching and learning for choral music settings. This class is part of a two-course series, although the courses are designed so they can be taken non-sequentially. Required for vocal music education licensure.
Private music instruction for Instrumental/vocal students. Lab fee required.
Private music instruction for Instrumental/vocal students. Lab fee required.
Topics in music.
Chamber music studied and performed in weekly rehearsals with opportunities offered for public performance. Ensembles are open to all College students; audition or permission of instructor required.
The capstone project is the culmination of the student’s achievements in the music program, demonstrating synthesis of musical knowledge and musicianship.
Topics in music.