A study of the nature of worship and the function of music as an aid to worship. A survey of the history and practice of church music; consideration of the role of music in worship and Christian education. A study of problems peculiar to the music program of the small and medium-size church.

Development of the church-wide program of music ministries; principles and administration of the music ministry in relation to other church departments. Study of materials and equipment for the program; organization of choirs and other music ministries.

A survey of Christian hymnody, its historical patterns, covering the broad scope of hymnic literature, its environment, and the significant individuals contributing. Practical and critical classroom study and participation.

Supervised internship in a church situation.

Intensive study of a selected problem, under the direction of a department faculty advisor.

Provides for special courses offered as an adjunct to the curricula. Seminar title, content, and units to be announced in class schedule.

An introduction to modern composition processes through lead sheet writing including harmonic progression, melodic development, form, style, and notation.

This course focuses on the practical application and technique of the working songwriter, examining melody, lyrics, "hooks," points of view, song logic and personal style and apply all of these to our writing. Participants will work individually and in small groups in order to produce a substantial body of songs by semester's end. All students should be able play an instrument on which they can accompany themselves (generally piano and/or guitar) and have a working knowledge of a DAW such as Logic.

A systematic approach to improvisation, making music without recourse to written music for all performers. Focus is on developing and organizing solos through a step-by-step approach that applies to all styles and any instrument. The course begins with 12-bar blues form and the pentatonic scale, and adds complexities gradually by studying rhythmic, melodic, and harmonic patterns along with arpeggios and more complex scales. Students will also transcribe, record, and submit for instructor review excerpts of solos from legendary players from many different genres.

Arranging I is the first of a pair of courses that explore the world of commercial arranging. Our emphasis this semester is gaining fundamental skills needed by the arranger, starting from small ensembles with vocals and rhythm section, up to choir and brass and strings. Our goal is arranging for studio and live applications, including applications for live concerts, schools, and church settings.

This course is a study of the major functional areas of the music business. Attention is given to copyright, publishing, revenue streams, contracts, marketing, promotion, professional partnerships, and current best practices.

A continuation of Arranging I with an emphasis on arranging for media-TV, film, gaming and online applications, including working with producers, directors and artistic teams to deliver music for visual media.

A public performance, approximately forty-five minutes in length, given in the student's major performing area.

This course is an introduction to the fundamental technologies involved in professional music production, performance, and analysis. Primary areas of focus include the terminology of technology, signal flow, history of audio technology, the digital audio workstation, and digital music notation.

An introductory course to Avid's Pro Tools digital audio workstation. This is the first course offering leading to ProTools Certification. The course assumes no prior knowledge of Pro Tools but does assume that all students have some familiarity with basic DAW functions and digital audio principles.

A continuation of MTC 3027 examining more complex topics such as indexing, optimizing, custom I/O and workflows, mixing, mastering and similar topics. This course leads to the Pro Tools Certified Operator-Music certification.

The intent of this class is to work in production teams to produce a musical recording project. Topics include session and arrangement planning, budgeting, contracting, preproduction techniques, recording of acoustic and electronic instruments, work process and synchronization, final mix and mastering, concert performance and delivering the product to a professional as a demo. Students are given a budget and use realistic figures for studio time, musicians, marketing and similar. This is meant to be a shared project, with each student contributing particular skills and orientation to the final product, which can be used as a demonstration of the student's abilities and capacity for working in a production team.

All Music majors are required to attend 12 department-sponsored or approved concerts/recitals each semester.

Class instruction in singing for the student without prior study; development of specific vocal and musical abilities; selected and graded songs suited to vocal goals.

Class instruction for the student without prior study; emphasizes functional keyboard skills such as sight reading, harmonization, improvisation, and solo and ensemble playing. Appropriate for Music majors who must prepare for the proficiency exam.

Class instruction for the student without prior study; emphasizes functional keyboard skills such as sight reading, harmonization, improvisation, and solo and ensemble playing. Appropriate for Music majors who must prepare for the proficiency exam.

Class instruction in piano. Emphasizes harmonization, hymn and open score reading, solo and congregational style hymn playing and rudimentary melodic improvisation. Appropriate for Music majors preparing for piano proficiency examination.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

All Music majors are required to pass a proficiency examination in piano skills, preferably by the end of the sophomore year. It must be completed prior to graduation. A complete description of the exam contents is listed in the current edition of the Music Student Handbook, available upon request in the department office.

Music Education majors are required to pass a proficiency examination in guitar skills, preferably by the end of the sophomore year. It must be completed prior to graduation. A complete description of the exam contents is listed in the current edition of the Music Student Handbook, available upon request in the department office.

Introduction to basic conducting techniques, such as score reading, metric patterns, cues and cutoffs.

An intensive study of English, Italian, German, and French diction as it applies to singers, utilizing the International Phonetic Alphabet to transfer foreign texts to vocalized symbols.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

Providing an extension to techniques and principles learned in MUA 2012, students will focus on score study and the development of expressive conducting techniques. Skills in error detection interpretation, conducting nuance, and general rehearsal techniques will be explored.

Open to advanced voice students by audition. Scenes from operas and/or musical theatre are performed with staging and costumes.

Performance experience in musical theatre, open to all students by audition.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

A public recital, approximately thirty minutes in length, given in the student's major performing area comprised predominantly of solo repertoire but also includes a work for small ensemble.

A public recital, approximately thirty minutes in length, given in the student's major performing area comprised predominantly of solo repertoire but also includes a work for small ensemble.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

Private, applied instruction in a performing area is a vital part of the development of Music majors, as well as an appropriate elective for many non-majors. Each level of study has defined materials and technical masteries to be achieved. (See Music Student Handbook in the Department of Music office). Students are assigned to a level according to their proficiency and mastery of materials listed for a given level.

A public solo recital, approximately one hour in length, given in the student's major performing area.

Introductory lessons in music composition. Develops basic concepts of melodic writing and the manipulation of diverse harmonic, textural and rhythmic materials.

Continued study of compositional processes through the exploration of nontraditional tonal materials; includes introductory compositional experiences that utilize electronic media.

Development of compositional skills through handling extended forms and larger performance forces, such as choir, band or orchestra.

A public recital of original compositions, forty-five minutes in length.

Provides for special courses offered as an adjunct to the curricula.

This course provides an orientation to the fundamental principles, theories, and practices of music teaching and learning. This course will survey the history of school music education in America and highlight broader contexts beyond TK-12 education. Course activities include observations and hands-on experiences with formal school music programs, informal music making, and community music contexts.

A laboratory class in playing the woodwind instruments with emphasis on teaching and basic repair techniques.

A laboratory class in playing brass instruments with emphasis on teaching and basic repair techniques.

A laboratory class in playing the percussion instruments with emphasis on teaching and basic repair techniques.

A laboratory class in playing the string instruments (violin, viola, cello, bass) with emphasis on teaching and basic repair techniques.

Designed to help prepare students to become effective choral music educators. Students focus on vocal production and technique, repertoire selection, effective rehearsal strategies, and program development.

Develops conceptual understanding and methodology for the teaching of singing. The course includes an anatomical study of the vocal mechanism with emphasis upon the development of breath support and vocal resonance.

A survey of the methods and materials used in teaching the piano, with special emphasis upon teaching elementary students and the adult beginner. Includes observation of private and class piano teaching.

A survey of the methods and materials used in teaching private instrumental lessons with special emphasis upon teaching elementary students and the adult beginner. Includes observation of private studio teaching.

Methods and materials for teaching music for the elementary classroom teacher. Elementary music theory: notation, meter, rhythm, scales, intervals, triads. Introduction to playing skills on classroom instruments such as piano, autoharp, recorder. Introduction to teaching strategies of Orff, Kodaly, Dalcroze, and Suzuki. Strategies for incorporating music into the everyday classroom are taught. Designed primarily for the elementary school teacher.

Methods of teaching public school music in the elementary grades.

Supervised internship in the student's major concentration.

Methods of teaching public school music in the junior and senior high school and the California Framework in Visual and Performing Arts are explored.

This course offers a capstone experience for music education majors by providing hands-on opportunities for students to apply concepts and strategies learned through their MUE coursework. Students are placed with a mentor teacher at a local TK-12 school site.

Intensive study of a selected problem, under the direction of a department faculty advisor.

Provides for special courses offered as an adjunct to the curricula. Seminar title, content, and units to be announced in class schedule.

Treats the development and significance of music in the Western world with emphasis on outstanding works by the world's great composers of music.

This introductory course is required of all freshman Music majors and presents a general survey of music history, genres, styles, and media. The course focuses on analytical listening and developing aesthetic awareness. It includes an introduction to library research tools in music, and examination of the interrelationship of music studies and general education, and the integration of faith and learning with the study of music.

A survey of both sacred and secular solo vocal performance repertoire, with an emphasis upon art song repertoire in English and Italian.

A survey of solo repertoire for the piano and its historical antecedents, principally the harpsichord and fortepiano. The course focuses upon keyboard masterworks from the Baroque period through the present.

An introduction to listening and study of indigenous music from multiple geographic areas and cultures, including Africa, Asia, and North and South America. The course also includes a presentation of jazz as a distinctly American cultural synthesis.

An examination of the historical significance of popular music in the United States from the late nineteenth century to the present with an emphasis on its commercial development and growth. The course examines the cultural, social, political, and economic dimensions (the "context") of genres ranging from Tin Pan Alley, blues and jazz, to folk, soul, rock, and hip hop.

Study of Western art music, from Medieval to the Baroque, approximately 500-1750 A.D., with an emphasis on literature, development, and an introduction to musicological principles.

Study of Western art music, focusing on the principal trends from the Classical to the Modern periods, approximately 1750 A.D. to the present day, with an emphasis on literature, analysis, and music research.

A capstone course required of all Music majors. The course examines source readings concerning the integration of faith and various aspects of music. Students are challenged to evaluate the influence of the Christian faith upon their own individual music discipline. Class content also includes an overview of diverse musical professions and the ways in which faith and music intersect in the pursuit of calling. The course culminates with the writing of an essay outlining the ways in which students believe their faith shapes their lives as both disciples and musicians.

Provides for special courses offered as an adjunct to the curricula. Seminar title, content, and units to be announced in the class schedule.

Open to community and all students by audition; campus appearances; may accompany large choral works. Participation required of all Music majors with string instrument concentration.

Open to all students by audition; participation required of all music majors with a concentration in a wind or percussion instrument; varied repertoire represents the best literature; local and off-campus concerts.

Open without audition to the university community; a mixed choir which performs choral works of all types; required, without registration or credit, of all members of the Concert Choir and the Point Loma Singers.

Membership by audition. A mixed chorus open to any student. Music majors must register for one unit. One-unit registration includes participation in Choral Union. Local performances schedules.

With membership by audition, Concert Choir is a mixed chorus open to any student. Includes participation in Choral Union. An annual tour and local public performances are scheduled.

With membership by audition, Point Loma Singers is a chamber choir of sixteen mixed voices open to all students. Includes participation in Choral Union. Local performances scheduled.

With membership by audition, this group studies select literature that is determined by the size and type of ensemble.

Contemporary music ensembles including Rock, Jazz, Bluegrass, Praise and Worship and similar. Open to all students by audition. Participation required of all Commercial Music majors.

With membership by audition, the Jazz Band studies standard jazz literature selected and performed in concerts.

With membership by audition the String Quartet performs standard string quartet literature as well as selected chamber music. Local performances.

A small vocal ensemble (membership by audition) focusing on jazz literature.

An introduction to the fundamentals of music: key signatures, scales, intervals, notation, rhythm, meter, chords, harmony, and melodic form. Emphasis upon written skills with requirements in ear training/sight singing, improvisation and beginning composition.

Study of the notation, sound, and syntax of fundamental musical materials such as scales, intervals, and diatonic harmony. Includes laboratory experience in ear training and sight singing.

Continued study of harmonic procedures in homophonic and polyphonic settings with emphasis upon seventh chords, secondary dominants, and modulation. Includes laboratory in keyboard harmony, ear training, and sight singing.

Study of musical structures from late Renaissance polyphony to, and including, the present. Study of seventh, ninth, eleventh, Neapolitan sixth, Augmented sixth, and other altered chords. Continuation of the development of analytical tools and aural skills; ear training, sight singing, and keyboard harmony.

Emphasis upon the stylistic analysis of musical form and texture; study of the evolution of the standard musical forms.

Study of music after Debussy, focusing on analytical methods such as serialism, static diatonicism and pitch-class set theory as these apply to the music of Stravinsky, Schoenberg, Crumb, and other composers of the past century.

Ranges, tonal possibilities, technical limitations of standard band and orchestral instruments; analysis of standard compositions; scoring short pieces for various instrumental groups.

Intensive study of a selected problem, under the direction of a department faculty advisor.