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MUS 100 - An Introduction to Music.
(3) F.
The elements of music, its forms and styles. Listening skills promoted in class and through outside assignments. No previous study or knowledge of music required. Includes readings, lectures, listenings, discussions and concert attendance.
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MUS 114 - Musical Mechanics of Theatre and Dance.
(3).
Basic elements of music applied to musical theatre setting. Students prepare for an simulate musical theatre auditions. Also listed as THE 114 .
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MUS 117 - Guitar Class.
Consent of department. (1).
Techniques, performance, and teaching methodology as it relates to classroom usage of the guitar. For students concentrating in music.
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MUS 121 - Brass Class.
Consent of department. (1).
Techniques, performance, and teaching methodologies for trumpet, horn, trombone, euphonium, and tuba. For students concentrating in music.
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MUS 124 - Percussion Class.
Consent of department. (1).
Techniques, performance, and teaching methodology for the various instruments of the percussion family. For students concentrating in music.
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MUS 125 - String Class.
Consent of department. (1).
Techniques, performance, and teaching methodology for violin, viola, cello, and string bass. For students concentrating in music.
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MUS 126 - Voice Class.
Consent of department. (1).
Techniques to develop proper tone production, placement, and correct enunciation of the human voice as a musical instrument.
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MUS 127 - Single Reed, Flute.
Consent of department. (1).
Techniques, performance, and teaching methodology for clarinet, saxophone, and flute. For students concentrating in music.
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MUS 128 - Double Reed.
Consent of department. (1).
Techniques, performance, and teaching methodology for oboe and bassoon. For students concentrating in music.
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MUS 129 - Keyboard Skills I.
Consent of department. (1).
Introduction to basic piano technique; chord progressions with tonic, subdominant and dominant chords in root position; harmonizations using tonic, subdominant and dominant chords in all major keys; sight reading short works in major keys; and solo repertoire.
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MUS 130 - Keyboard Skills II.
MUS 129 or consent of department. (1).
Continuation of MUS 129 . Chord progressions, scales, sight-reading, harmonizations, improvisation in all major and minor keys. Solo repertoire taken from intermediate level collections.
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MUS 131 - Keyboard Skills III.
MUS 130 or consent of department. (1).
Continuation of MUS 130 . Chord progressions, including supertonic and submediant; open score reading of choral literature; sight-reading chorales; accompaniments for vocal and instrumental solos; modulations in major and minor keys.
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MUS 132 - Keyboard Skills IV.
MUS 131 or consent of department. (1).
Continuation of MUS 131 . Chord progressions with chords in root position and inversions, open score reading of choral literature, sight reading chorales, accompaniments for vocal and instrumental solos, modulations in major and minor keys with improvised melodies; intermediate solo repertoire.
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MUS 135 - Fundamentals of Music.
(3).
For students who wish to acquire a working knowledge of some basic skills in music theory, including music reading, scales, chords, rhythms, and aural comprehension. Graded ABCDN.
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MUS 136 - Keyboard Skills for Non-Music Majors I.
(1).
Beginning piano skills developed in group setting. Basic note-reading and performance skills addressed via elementary keyboard literature. May be reelected for credit.
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MUS 141 - Music Theory I.
MUS 135 or consent of instructor. (3).
Study of tonal harmony, beginning with structural characteristics of the fundamental materials. Progressions of diatonic triads, dominant and secondary sevenths, harmonic analysis. Use of notation software.
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MUS 142 - Music Theory II.
MUS 141 or consent of instructor. (3).
Continuation of the study of tonal harmony, including modulation, techniques of melodic and rhythmic development and chromatic harmony. Use of notation software.
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MUS 143 - Aural Harmony I.
MUS 135 or consent of instructor. (2).
Ear training and sight singing provided through classes and individual laboratory work. Should be taken concurrently with MUS 141 . Graded ABCN.
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MUS 144 - Aural Harmony II.
MUS 143 or consent of instructor. (2).
Ear training and sight singing provided through classes and individual laboratory work. Should be taken concurrently with MUS 142 . Graded ABCN.
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MUS 151 - Applied Music I.
Consent of department after audition. (2).
Private instruction in instrumental or vocal music. Weekly one-hour lessons (14 total) in techniques idiomatic to the instrument or voice, and in representative repertoire. Students must be concurrently enrolled in MUS 201 /MUS 401 , MUS 210 /MUS 410 , or MUS 211 /MUS 411 ; attend weekly performance class meetings; meet performing requirements in performance class; and present a jury performance to a committee of music faculty. Spring/Summer students have other requirements. May be reelected for credit.
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MUS 152 - Applied Music II.
MUS 151 or consent of department after audition. (2).
Private instruction in instrumental or vocal music. Weekly one-hour lessons (14 total) in techniques idiomatic to the instrument or voice, and in representative repertoire Students must be concurrently enrolled in MUS 201 /MUS 401 , MUS 210 /MUS 410 , or MUS 211 /MUS 411 ; attend weekly performance class meetings; meet performing requirements in performance class; and present a jury performance to a committee of music faculty. Spring/Summer students have other requirements.
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MUS 170 - Music Technology I.
MUS 141 . (3) T.
Computer applications to music industry and music education. Use of several types of software in recording (in addition to hard drive recording), editing, multimedia presentation, and other applications. Students create data, audio CDs and DVDs, manage and manipulate storage media, create web pages, and modify each.
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MUS 171 - History of Music Technology.
(2).
Perspectives on technology in the musical arts from early-twentieth century to the present. Analysis of how historical and cultural developments combined with technological developments to influence music. Readings, writings, viewings, and listening laboratory experiences, as well as discussions.
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MUS 180 - Music for Elementary School Teachers.
(3) F.
Elements of music and movement, children’s musical development. Build musical skills to help classroom teachers with little or no musical experience to design and lead music and movement activities. Techniques, methods, and materials for integration of music and movement across subject areas in elementary classrooms. Also listed as EDE 123 .
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MUS 185 - Music in Early Childhood.
(3).
Study of musical growth and development in children from birth through kindergarten. Techniques, materials, and methods for introducing music to children. Highly recommended for early childhood education concentrations. No prior music experience necessary. Also listed as ECE 120 .
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MUS 201 - Wind Symphony.
Freshman or sophomore standing only and consent of instructor. (1) F.
Rehearsal and performance of works in the idiom. Historical, theoretical and stylistic information for works performed. Minimum of two concerts per semester. Individual practice time outside of rehearsal required. At least three hours rehearsal weekly. May be reelected for credit.
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MUS 203 - University Orchestra.
Freshman or sophomore standing. Open to music and non-music majors who play orchestral string instruments. Wind and percussion players selected from Wind Symphony. (1) PER.
Rehearsals and performance of works in the idiom. Historical, theoretical and stylistic information for works performed. Minimum of two concerts per semester. Individual practice time outside of rehearsal required. May be reelected for credit.
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MUS 204 - Jazz Combo.
Freshman or sophomore standing only; concurrent enrollment in MUS 201 for wind and percussion players; consent of instructor. (1).
Rehearsal and performance of small-group jazz; performance for department jazz concerts and for community and campus events. Other activities include transcribing selected solos, learning piano voicings, and discussion of classic small-group recordings. May be reelected for credit.
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MUS 205 - Jazz Ensemble.
Freshman or sophomore standing. Concurrent enrollment in MUS 201 for wind and percussion players. Open to non-music and music majors; ability to read music required. (1) F.
Rehearsal and performance of works in the style of big band jazz, fusion, bebop and fusion; emphasis on improvisation. Minimum of two concerts per semester. Individual practice time outside of rehearsal required. May be reelected for credit.
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MUS 210 - University Chorale.
Freshman or sophomore standing. (1) F.
Rehearsal and performance of diverse choral styles from all periods. Historical, theoretical and stylistic information about works performed. Maximum of three concerts per semester. Students must have the ability to match pitches. May be reelected for credit.
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MUS 211 - Chamber Singers I.
Freshman or sophomore standing only; concurrent enrollment in MUS 210 ; consent of instructor. (1) F.
The smaller, select choral performance group on campus, which performs in diverse styles from Renaissance madrigals and motets and through contemporary vocal jazz and folk music. Open to advanced vocal students by audition or permission of instructor. May be reelected for credit.
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MUS 220 - Music Survey.
MUS 100 or consent of instructor. (3).
In-depth study of selected composers of Western music, bringing to life the music, personalities and social settings of major composers including J. S. Bach, Mozart, Beethoven, etc. Outside reading, listening assignments and individual research required.
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MUS 222 - Jazz Survey.
(3).
History of jazz in America, forces which helped to develop it, its growth and evolution into the various styles. Effects upon twentieth century and contemporary music.
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MUS 225 - Popular World Music.
(3).
Study and discussion of popular world music styles (Afropop, highlife, kodo drumming, soukous, music of social protest, and others), and the influence of electronic music. Does not include traditional world musics.
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MUS 226 - Music in World Cultures.
At least sophomore standing or consent of instructor. (3) GS.
Introduction to music of non-western cultures and the place of music in those cultures. Includes using nomenclature and techniques of ethnomethodology.
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MUS 227 - European Folk Music.
At least sophomore standing or consent of instructor. (3).
Overview of folk music in Europe, focusing mainly on Scandinavia, the Baltic, Eastern Europe, Central Europe, and the British Isles. Includes four areas: beliefs in the supernatural origin and powers of music; folk instruments and their functions; folk music as emotional expression; folk music and nationalism. Offered infrequently.
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MUS 230 - Opera Workshop.
Freshman/sophomore standing only, concurrent election of one of MUS 151 , MUS 152 , MUS 252 , MUS 251 , MUS 351 , MUS 352 , MUS 451 ; consent of instructor. (1).
Study of opera through live performance of acts, scenes, or segments of standard operatic repertoire. May be reelected for credit. Graded ABCN.
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MUS 232 - Vocal Pedagogy.
MUS 141 , MUS 143 , MUS 151 . (2).
Study of methods and materials used in teaching vocal music and developing sequential voice curriculum for elementary and secondary school students.
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MUS 240 - Music and the Theatre.
(3) H.
Survey of the use of music in theatrical production with major emphasis on the period from the seventeenth century to the present. Music performed in lyric theatre, opera, operetta, music halls, minstrelsy, the American musical, and films. Investigates both theatrical history and musical heritage. Also listed as THE 240 .
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MUS 241 - Music Theory III, Orchestration.
MUS 142 or consent of instructor. (3).
Fundamentals of orchestration including study and discussion of various styles of scoring from the Baroque period to the present. Practical exercises in scoring, orchestration and writing for school and chamber music ensembles. Use of notation software.
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MUS 242 - Music Theory IV, Topics in Music Theory.
MUS 241 . (3).
Selected topics in music field including advanced melodic, harmonic, and structural analysis of music from the medieval period to the present. Use of notation software.
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MUS 243 - Aural Harmony III.
MUS 144 or consent of instructor. (2).
Ear training and error detection provided through classes and individual laboratory work. Should be taken concurrently with MUS 241 . Graded ABCN.
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MUS 245 - Survey of Rock and Roll Music.
At least sophomore standing. (3) H.
History and development of the genre; its role in changing the definition of popular music in the United States; factors which caused it to become an international genre; its growth and evolution to the present time.
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MUS 251 - Applied Music III.
MUS 152 or consent of department after audition. (2).
Private instruction in instrumental or vocal music. Weekly one-hour lessons (14 total) in techniques idiomatic to the instrument or voice, and in representative repertoire. Students must be concurrently enrolled in MUS 201 /MUS 401 , MUS 210 /MUS 410 , MUS 211 /MUS 411 ; attend weekly performance class meetings; meet performing requirements in performance class; and present a jury performance to a committee of music faculty. Spring/Summer students have other requirements. May be reelected for credit.
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MUS 252 - Applied Music IV.
MUS 251 or consent of department after audition. (2).
Private instruction in instrumental or vocal music. Weekly one-hour lessons (14 total) in techniques idiomatic to the instrument or voice, and in representative repertoire. Students must be concurrently enrolled in MUS 201 /MUS 401 , MUS 210 /MUS 410 or MUS 211 /MUS 411 ; attend weekly performance class meetings; meet performing requirements in performance class; and present a jury performance to a committee of music faculty. Spring/Summer students have other requirements. May be reelected for credit. Graded Pass/Fail.
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MUS 253 - Improvisation Skills.
MUS 141 . (1).
Study of melodic embellishment and the creation of new melodies over a given chord progression or ground bass. Includes modal improvisation, the relation of various scales to chord function, and analysis of contemporary improvisatory styles. Graded ABCC-N.
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MUS 261 - Music History I.
MUS 141 , MUS 142 ; or consent of instructor. (3) H.
Survey of the history and literature of Western music from the ninth century through the Baroque era. A significant amount of the course involves analysis of musical examples and the ability to identify musical excerpts visually and aurally. Designed for music majors and minors; students with background in music may qualify. Designed for music majors; students with a musical background may also qualify.
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MUS 262 - Music History II.
MUS 142 or consent of instructor. Prior election of MUS 261 recommended. (3) H.
Continuation of MUS 261 , from the Classical period through the early 20th century. Emphasis on development and subsequent breakdown of classical forms and investigation of philosophical, political and economic influences on music and performance practices. Significant attention to score analysis; students must identify excerpts visually and aurally.
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MUS 302 - Chamber Music.
Audition or consent of instructor; concurrent enrollment in MUS 201 /MUS 401 , MUS 210 /MUS 410 or MUS 211 /MUS 411 . Open to non-music and music majors. (1).
Performances for department recitals and other events as scheduled. Open to advanced instrumental and vocal students interested in rehearsal and performance of chamber music. Final exam by department jury. May be reelected for credit.
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MUS 303 - Contemporary Music Ensemble.
Consent of instructor. (1).
Concentrates mainly on performances of twentieth century compositions. May be reelected for credit.
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MUS 313 - African-American Music.
A course in African-American studies or consent of instructor. (3) H.
Examination of the music developed and influenced by African-Americans in the United States. African-American music styles, forms, and performance practices that were influenced by European music; African music retentions. Also listed as AFA 313 .
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MUS 334 - Musical Theatre Workshop.
Consent of instructor. (3).
Movement and vocal production for musical theatre. Basic modes of show dance including ballet, tap, jazz, clogging, and adagio partnering. Speech-level singing, song as monologue, and analysis of musical style. Examination of rehearsal and audition techniques. Culminates in scene study and performance. May be reelected to a total of 9 credits. Also listed as THE 334 .
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MUS 336 - Creative Learning Experiences.
Prior or concurrent election of EDE 360 . (3).
Creative activities for early childhood, elementary and middle school children through the integration of art, music, play and drama. Techniques of planning, presenting and evaluating creative learning experiences for the classroom. Also listed as ART 336 , DAN 336 , EDE 340 , and THE 336 .
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MUS 337 - Musical Theatre Studio.
Consent of instructor. (3).
Scene study in musical theatre designed for intensive individual acting preparation in collaborative setting. Reading and rehearsals outside of scheduled class time. May be reelected to a total of 9 credits. Also listed as THE 337 .
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MUS 345 - Composition I.
MUS 241 and consent of instructor. (1-3).
Individual instruction in original composition. May be reelected for credit.
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MUS 351 - Applied Music V.
MUS 252 or consent of department after audition. (2).
Advanced private instruction in instrumental or vocal music. Weekly one-hour lessons (14 total) in techniques idiomatic to the instrument or voice, and in representative repertoire. Students must be concurrently enrolled in MUS 201 /MUS 401 , MUS 210 /MUS 410 or MUS 211 /MUS 411 ; attend weekly performance class meetings; meet performing requirements in performance class; and present a jury performance to a committee of music faculty. Spring/Summer students have other requirements. May be reelected for credit.
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MUS 352 - Applied Music VI.
MUS 351 or consent of department after audition. (2).
Advanced private instruction in instrumental or vocal music. Students receive weekly one-hour lessons (14 total) in techniques idiomatic to the instrument or voice, and in representative repertoire. Students must be concurrently enrolled in MUS 201 /MUS 401 , MUS 210 /MUS 410 or MUS 211 /MUS 411 ; attend weekly performance class meetings; meet performing requirements in performance class; and present a jury performance to a committee of music faculty. Spring/Summer students have other requirements. May be reelected for credit.
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MUS 356 - Junior Recital.
MUS 351 or consent of department; to be taken concurrently with MUS 352 . (2).
Preparation and recital of at least thirty minutes of music on the student’s primary instrument. Evaluation by a committee including the student’s applied music instructor.
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MUS 361 - Seminar in Music History.
MUS 261 , MUS 262 ; or consent of instructor. (3) CAP.
Selected topics in music history from the early 20th-century to the present era. Each student does individual research on a selected musical style and/or composer and writes a paper and makes a presentation, each addressing political, social and economic factors surrounding the topic, as well as an analysis of the music. Requires ability to visually and aurally identify and formally analyze music.
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MUS 365 - Wind Literature.
MUS 372 or consent of instructor. (3).
Examination of band music appropriate for groups of varying levels of ability and maturity; repertoire representing all styles and periods.
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MUS 366 - Diction for Singers.
MUS 210 /MUS 410 or MUS 151 . (3).
Basic rules of singing diction in six languages (English, French, German, Italian, Latin and Spanish). Study of the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) for increased language awareness and pronunciation accuracy.
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MUS 368 - Western Art Song.
MUS 152 . (3).
History and literature of the German Leid and French, Spanish and Italian Art Song, as well as performance practices pertaining to these songs. Emphasis on nineteenth and twentieth century composers.
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MUS 369 - Choral Literature.
MUS 372 or consent of instructor. (3).
Examination of choral literature for ensembles of varying ability and maturity; repertoire representing all styles and periods of music.
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MUS 371 - Conducting I.
Prior or concurrent election of MUS 241 or consent of instructor. (2).
Fundamentals of conducting, score study, beginning choral technique, baton technique, and analysis of music from the conductor’s viewpoint.
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MUS 372 - Conducting II.
MUS 371 or consent of instructor. (2).
Rehearsal techniques for vocal and instrumental ensembles; score reading and principles of interpretation.
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MUS 380 - Principles of Music Education.
Consent of department. (2).
Topics unique to the music education classroom: equipment, budgeting, parent groups, advocacy, State of Michigan professional organizations (MMEA, MSBOA, MSVMA), place of media in performing arts, etc. Site observations of a variety of school and community music classrooms and programs, K-adult.
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MUS 381 - Teaching General Music, Grades K-8.
MUS 130 , MUS 241 , MUS 242 , MUS 243 , MUS 252 , MUS 261 , MUS 262 . (3).
Development of essential competencies for teaching elements of music, music literacy, movement and music, listening activities, and works appropriate for grades K-8. Discussion of current methodologies, national standards in music education and modes of assessment. Observations in various school music situations. Also listed as EDE 346 .
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MUS 382 - Methods and Materials for Teaching Secondary School Performance Classes.
MUS 130 , MUS 241 , MUS 242 , MUS 243 , MUS 252 , MUS 261 , MUS 262 . (3).
Organization, methods, materials and testing assessment procedures for secondary school vocal and instrumental performance groups. Discussion of national standards in music education, the teaching-learning environment, place of music in the total school curriculum, recruiting and public relations. Observations of various school music situation, laboratory experiences in conducting performing ensembles. Also listed as EDS 346 .
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MUS 383 - Techniques for Marching and Beginning Bands.
MUS 241 , MUS 201 /MUS 401 , MUS 152 ; or consent of instructor. (2).
Organization, methods, materials, assessment procedures, software, copyright, ethics, and safety matters for marching and beginning bands. On site observations and laboratory experiences. Students must use requisite software and be able physically to demonstrate knowledge of marching technique.
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MUS 384 - World Musics for the Music Educator.
MUS 130 , MUS 142 , MUS 152 , MUS 201 /MUS 401 or MUS 210 /MUS 410 ; or consent of department. (3).
Curricular development and techniques for classroom instruction in non-Western musics, including characteristics in instrumentation, timbre, structure, and other elements as they occur in selected cultures. Aural comprehension and identification of musics studied critical components of the course.
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MUS 391 - Independent Study.
Consent of instructor. (1-3).
Special projects tailored to the student’s academic needs and interests. May not be used for Applied Music instruction. May be reelected to a total of 4 credits.
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MUS 392 - Independent Study-Applied Music.
Consent of department after audition. (1-2).
Private applied music instruction in instrumental or vocal music, taken outside the applied music sequence; 14 weekly one-hour lessons. Students must be concurrently enrolled in MUS 201 /MUS 401 , MUS 210 /MUS 410 or MUS 211 /MUS 411 and attend weekly performance class. Spring/Summer students have other additional requirements. May be reelected for credit or as a substitution for a secondary instrument course (for one credit).
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MUS 393 - Honors Independent Study.
Open only to Honors Program participants in Music, second semester of the junior year. (3).
Graded ABCDE/Y.
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MUS 401 - Wind Symphony.
Junior or senior standing. Open to non-music and music majors who play a wind or percussion instrument. (1) F.
Rehearsal and performance of works in the idiom. Historical, theoretical and stylistic information for works performed. Minimum of two concerts per semester. Individual practice time outside of rehearsal required. At least three hours rehearsal weekly. May be reelected for credit.
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MUS 403 - University Orchestra.
Junior or senior standing. Open to music and non-music majors who play orchestral string instruments. Wind and percussion players selected from Wind Symphony. (1).
Rehearsals and performance of works in the idiom; historical, theoretical and stylistic information for works performed. Minimum of two concerts per semester; individual practice time outside of rehearsal required. May be reelected for credit.
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MUS 404 - Jazz Combo.
Junior or senior standing; concurrent enrollment in MUS 401 for wind and percussion players; consent of instructor. (1).
Rehearsal and performance of small-group jazz; performance for department jazz concerts and for community and campus events. Other activities include transcribing selected solos, learning piano voicings, and discussion of classic small-group recordings. May be reelected for credit.
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MUS 405 - Jazz Ensemble.
Junior or senior standing; concurrent enrollment in MUS 401 for wind and percussion players. Open to non-music and music majors; ability to read music required. (1) F.
Rehearsal and performance of works in the style of big band jazz, fusion, bebop and fusion; emphasis on improvisation. Minimum of two concerts per semester. Individual practice time outside of rehearsal required. May be reelected for credit.
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MUS 410 - University Chorale.
Junior or senior standing only. (1) F.
Rehearsal and performance of diverse choral styles from all periods. Historical, theoretical and stylistic information about works performed. Maximum of three concerts per semester. Students must have the ability to match pitches. May be reelected for credit.
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MUS 411 - Chamber Singers II.
Junior or senior standing only; concurrent enrollment in MUS 410 ; consent of instructor. (1) F.
The smaller, select choral performance group on campus, which performs in diverse styles from Renaissance madrigals and motets and through contemporary vocal jazz and folk music. Open to advanced vocal students by audition or permission of instructor. May be reelected for credit.
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MUS 422 - Jazz in American Culture.
At least junior standing. (3).
Examination of jazz in American culture. Evolution of jazz and jazz styles, minstrelsy and revues, effect on American composers and language, storyville, the “Jazz Age” and American literature, morality and jazz, effects of segregation, jazz as an American export, Black nationalism, and the avante garde.
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MUS 430 - Opera Workshop.
Junior or senior standing and consent of instructor. Concurrent election of MUS 151 , MUS 152 , MUS 251 , MUS 252 , MUS 251 , MUS 351 , MUS 352 or MUS 451 . (1) F.
Study of opera through live performance of acts, scenes, or segments of standard operatic repertoire. May be reelected for credit. Also listed as THE 430 .
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MUS 451 - Applied Music VII.
MUS 352 or consent of department after audition. (2).
Advanced private instruction in instrumental or vocal music. Students receive weekly one-hour lessons (14 total) in techniques idiomatic to the instrument or voice, and in representative repertoire. Students must be concurrently enrolled in MUS 201 /MUS 401 , MUS 210 /MUS 410 or MUS 211 /MUS 411 ; attend weekly performance class meetings; meet performing requirements in performance class; and present a jury performance to a committee of music faculty. Spring/Summer students have other requirements. May be reelected for credit.
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MUS 452 - Senior Performance-Applied Music VIII.
MUS 451 , senior standing, and approval by the Department of Music of a specific project proposed by the student. (2).
Completion of one of the following, to be evaluated by a music faculty committee of at least three members: (a) Preparation and recital of at least 30 minutes of music on the primary instrument of the student. The committee shall include the student’s instructor in applied music. (b) Completion of a major project, under the supervision of a faculty advisor who shall be a member of the committee. (c) An approved combination of (a) and (b). Attendance in performance class is required. May be reelected for credit.
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MUS 455 - American Music.
At least junior standing. (3) H.
Development of music in the United States from Colonial times to the present. European heritage; European influence; search for American expression; the American school of composers. Music in American culture.
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MUS 456 - Senior Recital.
MUS 451 or consent of department; to be taken concurrently with MUS 452 . (2).
Preparation and recital of at least thirty minutes of music on the student’s primary instrument. Evaluation by a committee including the student’s applied music instructor.
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MUS 470 - Music Technology I.
MUS 141 . (3).
Computer applications to music industry and music education. Use of several types of software in recording, editing, multimedia presentation and other applications. Students will create data and audio CDs and DVDs. Individual project with application to music education or music industry required.
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MUS 485 - Music and the Young Child.
MUS 381 ; or prior or concurrent election of ECE 225 , ECE 240 . (3).
Introduction to children’s musical development, birth to age 8. Methods, techniques and resources for developmentally appropriate early childhood music instruction. Special emphasis on the musical lives of children and families and the relationship between music instruction and current research and theory regarding children’s intellectual, social, emotional and physical development. No prior musical experience necessary.
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MUS 491 - Seminar in Music Education.
MUS 381 . (2).
Detailed study of selected topics in music education.
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MUS 492 - Practicum in Music Education.
Consent of department. (1-2).
Open to qualified students of advanced standing. Provides an opportunity for music education students to acquire practical experience in their field under professional supervision. May be reelected to a total of 2 credits.
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MUS 493 - Special Courses in Music Education.
MUS 381 . (2).
See course schedule for title in any semester. May be reelected to a total of 4 credits.
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MUS 498 - Honors Thesis I.
MUS 393 . Open only to Honors Program students in music. (4).
Graded ABCDE/Y.
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MUS 499 - Honors Thesis II.
Prior or concurrent election of MUS 498 . Open only to Honors Program Students in music. (4).
Graded ABCDE/Y.
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MUS 522 - Jazz in American Culture.
Graduate standing. (3).
See MUS 422 for description. Not open to students with credit for MUS 422 .
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MUS 540 - Music Theatre Literature.
Graduate Standing. (3).
The course will cover the American musical theatre tradition. Students will examine the historical development of this genre and selected musical theatre artists who have shape the tradition. The class will consist of presentations, literature research,demonstrations and, as appropriate, group performances of selected works. May be reelected to a total of 6 credits. Also listed as THE 540 .
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MUS 555 - American Music.
Graduate standing. (3).
See MUS 455 for description. Not open to students with credit for MUS 455 .
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MUS 585 - Music and the Young Child.
Graduate Standing. (3).
Introduction to children’s musical development, birth to age 8. Methods, techniques and resources for developmentally appropriate early childhood music instruction. Special emphasis on the musical lives of children and families and the relationship between music instruction and current research and theory regarding children’s intellectual, social, emotional and physical development. No prior musical experience necessary.
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NSC 105 - Nutrition Now.
(2).
Nutrition as a core component of health. Students are exposed to basic concepts of nutrition, become more knowledgeable of their own nutrition status, and explore how behaviors impact nutrition and thus health and well-being. Does not fulfill Core Nursing Curriculum requirement for nutrition. Offered infrequently.
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NSC 168 - Introduction to Bioethics.
Open to all University students. (3) H.
Introduction to classical ethical theories and their application to contemporary medical issues. Emphasizes acquisition of critical reasoning skills essential to providing ethical solutions to problems healthcare personnel encounter.
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NSC 178 - Legal and Moral Decisions in Nursing and Health Care.
ENG 111 . (3).
Examination of components of legal and moral decision making in nursing and health care. Consideration of clinical case studies with emphasis on self-awareness, values clarification, selected legal, moral and ethical frameworks, standards of professional practice, codes of ethics, state and federal regulations, clinical decision-making, and consequences of malpractice and professional misconduct by nurses and other health professionals.
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NSC 180 - Legal and Moral Decisions in Nursing and Health Care for RNs.
ENG 111 , admission to RN to BSN Program . (3).
Examination of key components of legal and moral decision-making in nursing and health care, with a focus on real-life clinical case studies and the unique insights provided by practicing RNs. Reinforces self-awareness; values clarification; selected legal, moral and ethical frameworks; standards of professional practice; codes of ethics; state and federal regulations; clinical decision-making; and consequences of malpractice and professional misconduct by nurses and other health professionals.
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