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Undergraduate Catalog 2009-10 
    
Undergraduate Catalog 2009-10 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 
  
  • MUS 1130 - Concert Band


    The University Concert Band is an all-campus organization dedicated to the performance of fine literature, including original works for band as well as outstanding orchestral transcriptions. The aesthetic aspect of the music is stressed and special emphasis is placed on musical style. This ensemble presents concerts on campus and in the surrounding community.

    Credits: 1 hour

    Notes: Membership is by audition.
    When Offered: Fall, Spring
  
  • MUS 1140 - Digital Media in the Arts


    This course will introduce students in Music to the audio, graphics, video and other digital tools used by professionals in the arts. All instruction will be delivered on-line, and students must have a WMU email account before the first class of the semester. Course assignments will be comprised primarily of projects created in the various open computer labs within the College of Fine Arts. The course will be graded on a Credit/No Credit basis.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Open only to Music majors.

    Credits: 3 hours

    Notes: This course will fulfill the College of Fine Art’s computer literacy graduation requirement.
    When Offered: Fall, Spring
  
  • MUS 1150 - Voice Technique I


    The students who have been approved for this course by audition will explore and develop the voice as a healthy instrument for musical theatre performance. Vocal technique will be emphasized with some singing and coaching of easy lyric songs and arias from musical comedy and opera. Application of healthy vocal technique to dialogue will be included.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Audition only.

    Credits: 2 hours

  
  • MUS 1160 - Voice Technique II


    A continuation of MUS 1150, Voice Technique I.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: MUS 1150.

    Credits: 2 hours

  
  • MUS 1170 - Vocal Techniques for Music Educator


    A course that develops the understanding of vocal hygiene and vocal production, as well as develop the ability to perform simple phrases with direct application of production principles. Application of vocal production principles will be made using the speaking voice in the classroom.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Music Education major.

    Credits: 1 hour

  
  • MUS 1180 - Gold Company II


    A vocal jazz and show entertainment ensemble which gives students the opportunity to develop their vocal skills while performing challenging contemporary choral literature. A small instrumental combo accompanies the ensemble, and choreography and specialty acts are included. The ensemble maintains an active performance schedule on campus and throughout the surrounding West Michigan area.

    Credits: 1 hour

    Notes: Membership is open to all students by audition.
    When Offered: Fall, Spring
  
  • MUS 1190 - Gold Company


    A select ensemble which specializes in Jazz Show Vocal Entertainment. Specialty acts and choreography are included. A small instrumental ensemble accompanies the group. A very active performance schedule is maintained on campus, in the community, in Michigan and out-of-state.

    Credits: 1 hour

    Notes: Membership is open to all University students by audition.
    When Offered: Fall, Spring
  
  • MUS 1200 - Keyboard Fundamentals


    The course covers basic fundamentals of piano technique, sight-reading, transposition, improvisation, and simple harmonization of melodies using primary harmonies.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: MUS 1600 or concurrent.

    Credits: 1 hour

    When Offered: Fall, Spring
  
  • MUS 1210 - Keyboard Fundamentals


    A continuation of MUS 1200. The course of study includes major scales, sight-reading of simple pieces with two independent parts or melody with blocked and broken chord accompaniment, transposition, harmonization of melodies using primary and secondary harmonies, and improvisation using penta scales and specified chord progressions.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: MUS 1200 or instructor approval.

    Credits: 1 hour

    When Offered: Fall, Spring
  
  • MUS 1220 - Voice Class


    A study of the fundamental processes of breath control and tone production, providing some individual instruction in preparing and singing standard song literature. The course is designed to benefit students interested in solo and choral singing.

    Credits: 1 hour

    When Offered: Fall, Spring
  
  • MUS 1240 - Guitar Class I


    This class will enable the student with no previous experience to use the guitar as an accompanying instrument. The course will provide basic instruction in the fundamentals of music reading as well as the fundamentals of guitar. The student will be required to own or have access to a Folk or Classical type guitar.

    Credits: 2 hours

    When Offered: Fall, Spring
  
  • MUS 1250 - Guitar Class II


    This class is intended for the student who has completed Guitar Class I or the student with some guitar ability who wishes to further develop his/her skills. The course will enable the student to use the guitar as a solo or melody-playing instrument. Instructions will be provided on tablature and transposition as it applies to the guitar and on various techniques as used in both the Classical and Folk idioms for melody or single-note playing. The student will be required to own or have access to a Folk or Classical type guitar.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Completion of MUS 1240 or instructor approval.

    Credits: 2 hours

    When Offered: Spring
  
  • MUS 1260 - Fundamentals of Guitar


    This class is for the music major or minor who has an ability to read music and a basic knowledge of harmony but who cannot already play the guitar. The class will focus on the use of guitar in the music education and music therapy professions and will cover the different styles of beginning guitar playing, including an overview of basic chords, barre chords and the various strumming and picking patterns. The student must own or have access to Folk or Classical type guitar.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: MUS 1600

    Credits: 1 hour

    When Offered: Fall, Spring
  
  • MUS 1290 - String Class-Violin, Viola


    A course in the fundamentals of pedagogy and performance for the violin and viola presented through materials commonly used in classes in the public schools.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Music Education major.

    Credits: 1 hour

  
  • MUS 1300 - Percussion Class


    Fundamentals of percussion instrument pedagogy and performance. The student is required to perform on the snare drum in an acceptable manner and to demonstrate a working knowledge of percussion instruments, including methods and materials, care and maintenance, and the function of the percussion section in a band or orchestra. For music majors only.

    Credits: 1 hour

  
  • MUS 1330 - Clarinet Class


    Fundamentals of clarinet pedagogy and performance. For music majors only.

    Credits: 1 hour

  
  • MUS 1420 - Oboe/Bassoon Class


    Fundamentals of oboe and bassoon pedagogy and performance.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Music majors only.

    Credits: 1 hour

  
  • MUS 1430 - Trumpet/Horn Class


    Fundamentals of trumpet and horn pedagogy and performance.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Music majors only.

    Credits: 1 hour

  
  • MUS 1440 - Trombone/Tuba Class


    Fundamentals of trombone and tuba pedagogy and performance.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Music majors only.

    Credits: 1 hour

  
  • MUS 1450 - Flute/Saxophone Class


    Fundamentals of flute and saxophone pedagogy and performance.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Music majors only.

    Credits: 1 hour

  
  • MUS 1460 - Clarinet/Flute/Saxophone Class


    Fundamentals of clarinet, flute and saxophone pedagogy and performance.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite:  Music majors only.

    Credits: 1 hour

  
  • MUS 1480 - Direct Encounter with the Arts ($50 fee)


    A course that uses a direct approach to introduce students to their cultural world by guiding them through first-hand experiences in a number of arts: cinema, photography, theater, sculpture, music, poetry, dance, and architecture. Classroom discussions are held following the students’ participation in the various art events scheduled each semester, with students expected to write journals or response papers about the major events of the course. There will be a course charge in lieu of textbooks. Cross-listed with ART 1480, DANC 1480, THEA 1480. May be taken only once from College of Fine Arts Departments.

    Credits: 4 hours

  
  • MUS 1500 - Music Appreciation: Live Music


    An introduction to music and music literature in conjunction with attendance at music concerts and recitals on campus. Classroom discussion and readings will guide the student through a variety of listening experiences that will stimulate perception and enjoyment of music on a visual as well as aural level. This approach will also insure a wide sampling of musical styles and media while encouraging the student to become more aware of his/her musical surroundings. A schedule of the musical events required for the semester will be issued during the first week of the semester. 

    Credits: 4 hours

    Notes: MUS 1500 may not be elected by music majors to fulfill General Education requirements.
    When Offered: Fall, Spring
  
  • MUS 1510 - Music Appreciation: Jazz/Pop


    A study of the development of jazz and its importance as an American art form. The course includes a survey of the beginnings of jazz as a blending of the musical cultures of Africa and Europe. The development of jazz from the late nineteenth century to the present will be traced. Current trends in jazz and rock, as well as electronic influences in contemporary pop music will be emphasized. Studies will include sociological and cultural trends and their influence on the evolution of the various styles and forms of jazz and pop. Implications for the future will be considered. 

    Credits: 4 hours

    Notes: MUS 1510 may not be elected by music majors to fulfill General Education requirements.
    When Offered: Fall, Spring
  
  • MUS 1520 - Rock Music: Genesis and Development


    A study of rock and roll music since its inception in the mid-1950s. The impact of black rhythm and blues, jazz forms, and radio and television upon early rock will be studied as well as further evolutionary developments such as “do-wop”, soul music, folk rock, psychedelic rock, jazz rock, the various English schools, heavy metal, and punk styles, to mention but a few. The course will cover the material of rock from 1955 to present. 

    Credits: 3 hours

    Notes: MUS 1520 may not be elected by music majors to fulfill General Education requirements.
    When Offered: Fall, Spring
  
  • MUS 1590 - Fundamentals of Music


    A study of fundamentals, including notation, scales, intervals, basic chord construction, and the rhythmic/metric aspect of music. This course is open to all students as an introductory study in music theory.

    Credits: 2 hours

    When Offered: Fall, Spring
  
  • MUS 1600 - Basic Music I


    A study of basic harmony in classical, jazz, and popular music including triads and seventh chords (and their inversions), melodic construction (including non-harmonic tones).

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: MUS 1590.

    Credits: 3 hours

    When Offered: Fall, Spring
  
  • MUS 1605 - Jazz Theory


    A study of jazz music theory, including chord and scale construction and nomenclature; elementary principles of chord voicing and arrangements; chord/scale relationships;and blues, AABA and other song forms. Analysis of jazz solo transcription as well as basic keyboard skills will be emphasized, in addition to listening to great jazz recordings and attending jazz concerts.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: MUS 1600 with a grade of “C” or better or instructor approval.

    Credits: 2 hours

  
  • MUS 1610 - Basic Music II


    A continuation of MUS 1600. Includes fundamental principles of counterpoint and part writing. Continues study of harmony with modulation and an introduction to chromatic harmony.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: MUS 1600 with the grade of “C” or better.

    Credits: 3 hours

    When Offered: Fall, Spring
  
  • MUS 1620 - Aural Skills I


    The first in a sequence of courses designed to develop a musician’s “inner” ear: the ability to understand music by ear and to hear music internally before it is performed aloud. Recognition of music patterns will result from the development of listening skills (dictation, error detection, musical memory) and performance skills (sight reading, prepared performance, conducting and improvisation). This course concentrates on diatonic melodies, simple and compound meters, intervals, triads, and basic chord progressions.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Acceptance into MUS 1600.

    Credits: 1 hour

    When Offered: Fall, Spring
  
  • MUS 1630 - Aural Skills II


    A continuation of MUS 1620. This course develops sight-reading, dictation, error detection, and improvisation skills applied to more advanced diatonic melodies, subdivisions of simple and compound beats, and diatonic chord progressions. The final exam for this course requires each student to demonstrate aural proficiency in the areas of rhythm, harmony, and melody.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: MUS 1620 with a grade of “C” or better.

    Credits: 1 hour

    When Offered: Fall, Spring
  
  • MUS 1700 - Introduction to Musical Styles and Structures


    An overview of various approaches to the musical elements (rhythm, dynamics, melody, harmony, tone color, texture, and form), emphasizing major musical terms, concepts, and composers studied through examples from Classical, Jazz, Pop, and World musics.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: MUS 1600 with a grade of “C” or better, may be taken concurrently.

    Credits: 2 hours

    When Offered: Spring
  
  • MUS 1900 - Accompanying


    Supervised experience in accompanying vocal and instrumental music, both solo and ensemble.

    Credits: 1 hour

    When Offered: Fall
  
  • MUS 1990 - Applied Music-Music Theatre (voice)


    This level of Applied Music indicates “lower division” standing for music theatre students who have been approved for this level.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: MUS 1160.

    Credits: 1 to 4 hours

  
  • MUS 2000 - Applied Music


    This level of applied music indicates “lower division” standing for music students who have been approved for this level through auditions or jury examinations.

    Credits: 1 to 4 hours

    When Offered: Fall, Spring
  
  • MUS 2100 - Jazz Lab Band


    The Jazz Lab Band affords students the opportunity to develop performance skills in contemporary and traditional big band jazz. Student compositions and arrangements are encouraged and are a regular part of Lab Band Concerts. The Ensemble performs regularly on campus and in the surrounding community.

    Credits: 1 hour

    Notes: Membership is by audition.
    When Offered: Fall, Spring
  
  • MUS 2120 - Jazz Orchestra


    The University Jazz Orchestra is a select ensemble which affords students the opportunity to perform outstanding literature in contemporary and traditional big band jazz. Special consideration is given to the rehearsal and performance of student compositions and arrangements. The ensemble performs regularly on and off campus.

    Credits: 1 hour

    Notes: Membership is by audition.
    When Offered: Fall, Spring
  
  • MUS 2150 - Conducting


    A course in the fundamentals of conducting, including beat patterns, various gestures for attack, release, phrasing, etc., use of the left hand, and score-reading. The student will be afforded a variety of experiences, i.e., conducting exercises for videotaping, conducting practice laboratories, etc.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: MUS 1610, MUS 1630, and MUS 1700 all with a grade of “C” or better.

    Credits: 1 hour

    When Offered: Fall, Spring
  
  • MUS 2170 - Chamber Music With Conductor


    Study and rehearsal of a broad spectrum of chamber music in ensembles of six to 24 performers conducted by faculty. Conducted chamber ensembles will meet from one to three hours per week.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Instructor approval.

    Credits: 1 hour

  
  • MUS 2180 - Chamber Music Without Conductor


    Growth in artistry, technical skills, collaborative competence and knowledge of repertory through regular ensemble experiences. Ensembles should be varied both in size and nature.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite:  Instructor approval.

    Credits: 1 hour

    When Offered: Fall, Spring
  
  • MUS 2200 - Keyboard Musicianship


    A course primarily designed for those who need to develop more advanced practical skills at the piano. Students learn to play all major and natural minor scales, harmonization using secondary chords, transposition of band parts into concert key, improvisation on specified progressions and rhythms, and sight-reading of pieces with larger range.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: MUS 1210 with a grade of “C” or better, or instructor approval.

    Credits: 1 hour

    When Offered: Fall, Spring
  
  • MUS 2210 - Keyboard Musicianship


    A continuation of MUS 2200. Course emphasis is on adding all forms of minor scales to those previously learned, sight-reading 2 parts of SATB vocal scores, hymns and simple accompaniments, playing 3-part scores, harmonizing melodies using secondary dominants, and improvising accompaniments to specified melodies and to physical movement.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: MUS 2200 with a grade of “C” or better, or instructor approval.

    Credits: 1 hour

    When Offered: Fall, Spring
  
  • MUS 2330 - Italian/English Diction


    A phonetic approach to the pronunciation of these languages designed for singers and choral directors. The performance of the language utilizes the vocal literature of major composers in each language.

    Credits: 1 hour

  
  • MUS 2340 - French/German Diction


    A phonetic approach to the pronunciation of these languages designed for singers and choral directors. The performance of the language utilizes the vocal literature of major composers in each language.

    Credits: 1 hour

  
  • MUS 2400 - Music for the Classroom Teacher


    Designed for elementary education students without regard to previous musical training. Students are prepared to use music functionally and developmentally in the elementary classroom through singing, through playing the piano and informal instruments, and through responding to music rhythmically. Creative aspects and values of music are emphasized, and materials are studied in relation to their future uses in the classroom.

    Credits: 3 hours

    When Offered: Fall, Spring
  
  • MUS 2590 - Aural Skills III


    A continuation of MUS 1630. This course will stress the application of aural skills specific to vocal and instrumental students’ disciplines. Course material will include the study of tonicization and modulation in tonal melodies and harmonic progressions; changing meter, syncopation, and irregular divisions of the beat in simple and compound time; two-part rhythmic and melodic dictation; and continued development of sight-reading, error detection, and improvisation skills.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: MUS 1630 with a grade of “C” or better.

    Credits: 1 hour

    When Offered: Fall, Spring
  
  • MUS 2600 - Basic Music III


    A continuation of MUS 1610. Study of advanced chromatic harmony and 20th century harmonic, melodic, and rhythmic concepts by means of analysis and composition assignments. 

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: MUS 1610 with a grade of “C” or better.

    Credits: 3 hours

    When Offered: Fall, Spring
  
  • MUS 2610 - Basic Music IV


    A continuation of MUS 2600. A study of form, process, and style in various musical periods with an emphasis on analysis of complete works.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: MUS 2600 with a grade of “C” or better.

    Credits: 3 hours

    When Offered: Spring
  
  • MUS 2620 - Composition I


    Beginning work in composition, with emphasis on the development of short works utilizing small instrumental combinations. Attention is given to melodic, rhythmic and harmonic devices. Includes in-class performance of student compositions.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: MUS 2600 with a grade of “C” or better, may be taken concurrently.

    Credits: 2 hours

    When Offered: Fall
  
  • MUS 2630 - Composition II


    A continuation of MUS 2620. Emphasis on more extensively developed works. Includes in-class performance of student compositions.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: MUS 2620 with a grade of “C” or better.

    Credits: 2 hours

    When Offered: Spring
  
  • MUS 2640 - Jazz Composition


    The fundamental aspects of composition in the jazz idiom, including harmonic progression, melodic design and rhythmic formulation. Intensive study will be made of well-known standard tunes as well as classic jazz compositions. All periods will be studied so that the student will have a well-grounded familiarity with basic compositional idioms, including the blues, standard AABA song forms, modal forms and more complicated sectional forms. All compositions created in class will be performed by class members or by the appropriate ensemble outside of class.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: MUS 1580 (or instructor consent); MUS 2600 or concurrently.

    Credits: 2 hours

  
  • MUS 2650 - Aural Skills IV


    A continuation of MUS 2590. This course develops dictation, error detection, sight-reading, performance, improvisation, and aural analysis skills applied to advanced chromatic and 20th century melodic, rhythmic, and harmonic idioms.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: MUS 2590 with a grade of “C” or better.

    Credits: 1 hour

    When Offered: Spring
  
  • MUS 2700 - Music History I


    A survey of music from late Antiquity through the Baroque era.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: MUS 1700 with a grade of “C” or better.

    Credits: 3 hours

    When Offered: Fall
  
  • MUS 2710 - Music History II


    A survey of the music from the Classic, Romantic, and Twentieth-Century eras.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: MUS 1700 with a grade of “C” or better.

    Credits: 3 hours

    When Offered: Spring
  
  • MUS 2790 - Instruments of the Band and Orchestra


    Students survey the string, woodwind, brass and percussion instruments commonly used in the band and orchestra. The major aim of the course is to make the student aware of the unique sound which characterizes each instrument and how that sound is produced. In developing perception and discrimination in this regard, the student investigates such things as the acoustical properties of the instruments, the correct formation of the embouchure for the brasses and woodwinds, the techniques of bowing string instruments, and the physical attributes required to perform successfully on certain instruments. All will learn the proper techniques for playing various percussion instruments commonly used in the classroom and will be given the opportunity to explore one or more of the brasses and woodwinds.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Instructor approval.

    Credits: 1 hour

    When Offered: Spring
  
  • MUS 2800 - Instruments of the Music Classroom


    Students will survey the instruments commonly used in the music classroom. All will learn the proper techniques for playing and teaching autoharp, ukulele, recorder, dulcimer, and others. Emphasis is placed on inclusion of these instruments in the music classroom.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Acceptance into Music Education curriculum.

    Credits: 1 hour

    When Offered: Fall
  
  • MUS 2810 - Introduction to Music Therapy


    An orientation to the discipline of music therapy via classroom lectures, video tape presentations, and clinical observations. This course should be taken following or concurrent with PSY 1000.

    Credits: 1 hour

    When Offered: Fall
  
  • MUS 2890 - Music Therapy Activities for Children


    This class will examine labels and categorizations involved in children populations, offer instruction in social-recreational instruments, allow for a more in-depth study of appropriate music materials and activities, and allow for experience in designing and implementing music therapy treatment procedures for individuals and groups. Class time will be primarily used for instruction with some selected help times to allow for more individualized instruction. Exams will be of a written, playing, and/or presentational format.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: MUS 1260 and MUS 2810, or both may be taken concurrently.

    Credits: 2 hours

    When Offered: Fall
  
  • MUS 2900 - Music Therapy Activities for Adults


    This class will examine labels and categorizations involved in adult populations, offer instruction in social-recreational instruments (e.g., guitar, ukulele, etc.), allow for a more in-depth study of appropriate music materials and activities and allow for experience in designing and implementing music therapy treatment procedures for individualized instruction. Exams will be of a written, playing and/or presentational format.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: MUS 1260 and MUS 2810, or both may be taken concurrently.

    Credits: 2 hours

    When Offered: Spring
  
  • MUS 2950 - Music Theatre Performance Workshop I


    A workshop format utilizing exercises, scene rehearsals and performances in order to develop students’ performing ability in musical theatre with particular emphasis on audition techniques. Content includes sound and motion exercises, routining of a song or aria, and projection and auditioning techniques.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: THEA 1420, THEA 2900, MUS 1200 (may be taken concurrently), MUS 1600 and DANC 1200.

    Credits: 3 hours

    When Offered: Spring
  
  • MUS 2990 - Applied Music - Music Theatre (Voice)


    This level of applied music indicates “upper division” standing for music theatre students in applied music and is used to designate junior- and senior-level applied music.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites:  Acceptance into the Music Theatre Performance (BFA) program, 4 semesters of MUS 1990, and successful completion of the sophomore hearing.

    Credits: 2 hours

  
  • MUS 3000 - Applied Music


    This level of applied music indicates “upper division” standing in applied music and is used to designate junior-and senior-level applied music. A maximum of four credits per semester may be earned at this level.

    Credits: 1 to 4 hours

    When Offered: Fall, Spring
  
  • MUS 3170 - Opera Workshop


    A production experience in the acting, singing, accompanying, and producing of musical theatre. The class is offered each semester and culminates in the performance of an opera or operatic scenes. Open to advanced singers, pianists, and persons interested in production techniques. Admission is by personal interview with the instructor.

    Credits: 1 hour

    When Offered: Fall, Spring
  
  • MUS 3200 - Advanced Keyboard Musicianship


    Course emphasis is on the development of sight-reading and harmonization skills, introduction to four-part, open-score reading, modal improvisation, improvisation on specified progressions, and playing by ear.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: MUS 2210 with a grade of “C” or better, or instructor approval.

    Credits: 1 hour

    When Offered: Fall
  
  • MUS 3210 - Keyboard Skills for Singers


    A course designed to concentrate on piano skills necessary for vocal and Elementary Education/Music (EEM) majors. The course will include accompanying techniques, harmonization using secondary dominants, transposition, open-score reading, sight-reading of melodies while improvising accompaniments, and improvisation using blues progression and scales.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: MUS 3200 with a grade of “C” or better or instructor approval.

    Credits: 1 hour

    When Offered: Spring
  
  • MUS 3300 - Choral Conducting and Literature


    The fundamentals of choral conducting are presented, including patterns and rehearsal techniques. The study and selection of literature appropriate to various levels of junior and senior high school choirs is included.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: MUS 2150 with a grade of “C” or better and MUS 3390 concurrent.

    Credits: 2 hours

    When Offered: Spring
  
  • MUS 3310 - Instrumental Conducting and Literature


    Beginning methods for homogeneous and heterogeneous groups will be used with students acting as conductor-teachers and playing secondary instruments. Literature appropriate to various levels of junior and senior high school bands and orchestras will serve as materials for conducting with students performing on major instruments.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: MUS 2150 with a grade of “C” or better.

    Credits: 2 hours

    When Offered: Fall, Spring
  
  • MUS 3360 - General Music Methods


    A study and survey of sequential musical experiences in general music classes in grades K-8. The course will include education objectives, philosophical concepts, instructional methods and materials and various innovative approaches used in the general music class. Administration and implementation of the class will be examined. The course is especially designed to acquaint the student with various teaching techniques. Each student will have an opportunity to participate in general music classes in area schools one-half day a week.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Acceptance into Music Education curriculum.

    Credits: 3 hours

    When Offered: Fall
  
  • MUS 3390 - Choral Techniques


    A course which develops the principles of vocal pedagogy, diction, and improvisation as they apply to choral settings. Study will include the development of the child’s and adolescent’s voice, selecting and arranging appropriate music for those voices, the problem of vocal abuse, and the rationales behind group vocal warm-up practices.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: MUS 2150 with a grade of “C” or better and MUS 3300 concurrent.

    Credits: 2 hours

    When Offered: Spring
  
  • MUS 3400 - Choral Methods


    Extensive involvement with actual teaching of choral music in public schools is a central part of this course. Various philosophies of music education, music reading programs, and choral music education will be discussed. Students will focus on the development of aesthetic behaviors and performance objectives for choral ensembles. Administrative duties needed to implement and maintain a choral program will be identified. Advanced techniques for production of musicals and madrigal dinners, and the principles involved with developing show/jazz choirs will be examined. Job seeking and professional growth will be discussed.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: MUS 3390 or MUS 3440 with a “C” or better.

    Credits: 3 hours

    When Offered: Fall
  
  • MUS 3440 - Instrumental Methods I


    Students will apply various learning theories, behaviorist techniques, and cognitive learning skills to the instrumental music lesson. Administrative skills needed to implement and maintain an instrumental program will be developed. Field experiences in the schools will be central to this course. Elementary and middle school literature will be reviewed and studied. While this course will primarily focus on beginning and middle school instrumental music programs, marching band techniques and arranging will also be studied.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Acceptance into Music Education curriculum.

    Credits: 3 hours

    When Offered: Fall
  
  • MUS 3450 - String Methods


    Extensive involvement with actual teaching of strings in public schools is a central part of this course. The course presents the theoretical, pedagogical, and practical aspects of string instruction in the elementary, middle, and senior high schools. Administrative duties needed to maintain string programs will be examined. Job seeking and professional growth will also be discussed.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: MUS 3440 with a “C” or better.

    Credits: 2 hours

  
  • MUS 3470 - Instrumental Methods II


    Advanced study of the materials and methods needed for successful teaching of instrumental music in the schools. Various philosophies of music education and curriculum development will be discussed. Extensive involvement with actual teaching of bands and orchestras in public schools is a central part of this course. Students will focus on the development of aesthetic behaviors and performance objectives for middle school/junior and senior high instrumental ensembles. Specialized ensemble techniques including jazz and chamber ensemble and solo and small ensemble contest and festival preparation in band and orchestra will be discussed. Literature for the various high school level ensembles will be reviewed and studied. In addition to administration and development of various types of instrumental ensembles, students will study chamber ensemble performance utilizing secondary instruments.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: MUS 3440 with a “C” or better.

    Credits: 3 hours

    When Offered: Spring
  
  • MUS 3480 - Teaching and Learning in Music


    This course is designed to teach students to write outcome statements, to plan and prepare learning activities to reach those outcomes, and to evaluate and assess the process used and outcomes. Classroom management, questioning techniques, conceptual hierarchies, sequencing techniques, program goals, short and long term goals related to program goals, and lesson planning will be discussed. Application will be in the junior high/middle school music classroom. Practicum experiences in junior high/middle school general music classroom which provide the student with opportunities to apply principles developed in the class are a part of course requirements.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: MUS 3360 or MUS 3440 with a “C” or better.

    Credits: 3 hours

    When Offered: Fall, Spring
  
  • MUS 3500 - American Music


    A survey of 20th-Century music in the United States including concert, popular, and jazz styles. Influences of earlier American traditions and of other continents will be traced. The relationships between America’s diverse modern music and its complex society will be explored. Ability to read music is not required.

    Credits: 4 hours

    When Offered: Fall, Spring
  
  • MUS 3520 - Non-Western Music


    A study of the traditional music of China, Japan, Southeast Asia, India and the Arabic countries, as well as of the non-literate cultures around the world, such as American Indian, Australian Aborigine, African, and Micronesian. One or several cultures will be selected for close study and a particular attempt will be made to understand the customs and attitudes of a people through their music. 

    Credits: 4 hours

    Notes: This course is approved as a writing-intensive course which may fulfill the baccalaureate-level writing requirement of the student’s curriculum.
    When Offered: Fall, Spring
  
  • MUS 3620 - Applied Music Composition


    Original work in composition through private lessons accompanied by the study and analysis of current trends and creative concepts in contemporary music.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: MUS 2630 or MUS 1000 (Composition), with a grade of “C” or better.

    Credits: 4 hours

    Notes: May be repeated for credit.
    When Offered: Fall, Spring
  
  • MUS 3800 - Psychology of Music


    Physical, psychological and physiological aspects of sound and systems of tonal relationships. The effects of music on the individual and the consideration of music as a form of communication; the nature and measurement of musicality; the nature of musical memory; the underlying bases for musical taste and for aesthetic experience in music with emphasis on cultural influences.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: PSY 1000

    Credits: 2 hours

    When Offered: Fall
  
  • MUS 3810 - Research in the Psychology of Music


    Development and employment of research methods and techniques applied to the psychology of music. Experimental projects will be required in areas dealing with music and/or musical behavior.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: MUS 3800 with a grade of “C” or better.

    Credits: 2 hours

    When Offered: Spring
  
  • MUS 3830 - Observation and Measurement in Music Therapy


    Overview of techniques of behavior measurement and accountability paired with actual clinical observations.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: MUS 2810 or concurrent. Reserve time for observation.

    Credits: 1 hour

    When Offered: Spring
  
  • MUS 3850 - Music for the Special Student


    This course will provide an overview of disabilities, federal and state requirements, and problems of the gifted, talented, and culturally differentiated student. Methods for providing successful music experiences will be discussed. The course will provide opportunities to plan sample strategies (including individualized) for the special student found in the music classroom.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Music Education major only.

    Credits: 1 hour

  
  • MUS 3860 - Technology in Music and Music Education


    A class to prepare students to use computers and other related tools for professional tasks in music and music education. The class will acquaint students with ethical, legal and social issues related to computer usage, and develop a background in using computers 1) for word processing, creation of graphic images, database management and spreadsheet analysis; 2) to control synthesizers and other devices for digital sampling and synthesis, composing, arranging, and performing; 3) for managing and enriching musical learning through Computer Based Instruction in music; and 4) for information exchange and communication across networks.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Music Education major or Music major.

    Credits: 2 hours

    Notes: The course fulfills the University’s computer literacy requirement.
    When Offered: Fall, Spring
  
  • MUS 4500 - Music Appreciation: The Symphony


    The course in THE SYMPHONY is a general music course which presents music for symphony orchestra from the listener’s point of view. It deals with the materials, structure, texture, sonority, and style of orchestral music since the mid-18th century as well as the cultural milieu which gave rise to and brought about changes in musical style. Music reading ability not required. 

    Credits: 3 hours

    Notes: MUS 4500 may not be elected by music majors to fulfill General Education requirements. Not open to graduate music majors.
    When Offered: Fall, Spring
  
  • MUS 4720 - Clinical Practicum in Music Therapy I


    A lecture/lab course to provide an opportunity for the music therapy student to apply music therapy principles with assigned individual/group clientele in the Music Therapy Clinic and/or affiliated community agencies.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: MUS 2810 and MUS 2890 or MUS 2900. Reserve time for clinical participation.

    Credits: 2 hours

    When Offered: Fall, Spring
  
  • MUS 4730 - Clinical Practicum in Music Therapy II


    A continuation of MUS 4720.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: MUS 4720. Reserve time for clinical participation.

    Credits: 2 hours

    When Offered: Fall, Spring
  
  • MUS 4790 - Influence of Music on Behavior


    Justification for the use of music to change human behaviors through analysis of historical evidence, theoretical assumptions, and published research. Description of the therapeutic process with the intervention of music from assessment to community transfer.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: MUS 4720. Reserve time for clinical participation. Liability insurance required.

    Credits: 3 hours

    When Offered: Fall
  
  • MUS 4800 - Music Therapy Methods and Materials


    Study of phenomenological, cognitive, and behavioral orientation to treatment as applied to the music therapy setting. Review of contemporary issues affecting the clinical practice of music therapy.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: MUS 4720. Reserve time for clinical participation. Liability insurance required.

    Credits: 3 hours

    When Offered: Spring
  
  • MUS 4810 - Music Therapy Internship


    A six-month internship at an approved facility.

    Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Department approval.

    Credits: 2 hours

    When Offered: Fall, Spring
  
  • MUS 4900 - Undergraduate Workshop in Special Problems


    Designed for students interested in some special field of music not formally listed for instruction. All special problems must be approved by the Director of the School of Music, but may be under the direct guidance of any member of the Music faculty. 

    Credits: 1 to 3 hours

    Notes: This course may be elected as many as three times.
    When Offered: Fall, Spring
  
  • MUS 5000 - Applied Music


    Private lessons for the graduate student in a non-major area of performance.

    Credits: 1 - 2 hours

    Restrictions: This course is restricted to graduate Music majors.

    When Offered: Fall, Spring
  
  • MUS 5010 - Master Class


    The study of literature, performance practices, and techniques for a specific musical medium (instrument or voice). Individual performance assignments will be made appropriate to each student’s level of accomplishment. Class meetings may vary from small groups of students with common performance levels to meetings of the entire class for the purpose of dealing with materials and techniques common to all performers. The class may be repeated for credit. Music majors only.

    Credits: 2 hours

  
  • MUS 5100 - Symphonic Band


    The University Symphonic Band is dedicated to the performance of outstanding literature, including original works for band, compositions for wind ensemble and orchestral transcriptions. An emphasis is placed on understanding the pieces performed from an aesthetic and stylistic basis as well as from a technical point of view. This ensemble maintains an active performance schedule on campus and in the community, as well as throughout Michigan and the surrounding states.

    Credits: 1 hour

    Notes: Membership by audition.
    When Offered: Fall, Spring
  
  • MUS 5110 - University Orchestra


    The orchestra is open to all students who have had a reasonable amount of orchestral experience. Many fine compositions are studied and played during the year, and the orchestra joins with other campus organizations in joint programs. Instruments are available for the use of students.

    Credits: 1 hour

    Notes: Membership is by audition.
    When Offered: Fall, Spring
  
  • MUS 5120 - University Chorale


    An advanced choral ensemble which maintains a very active performance schedule on campus and in the community as well as throughout Michigan and surrounding states.

    Credits: 1 hour

    Notes: Membership by audition.
    When Offered: Fall, Spring
  
  • MUS 5130 - Jazz Orchestra


    The University Jazz Orchestra is a select ensemble which affords students the opportunity to perform outstanding literature in contemporary and traditional big band jazz. Special consideration is given to the rehearsal and performance of student compositions and arrangements. The ensemble performs regularly on and off campus.

    Credits: 1 hour

    Notes: Membership is by audition.
    When Offered: Fall, Spring
  
  • MUS 5140 - Instrumental Chamber Music


    Special ensembles formed to perform standard instrumental chamber music works. Ensembles may include a variety of combinations, i.e., string quartets, woodwind quintets, brass quintets, percussion ensembles, piano trios, etc. Credit will be granted only if a sufficient rehearsal/performance schedule warrants.

    Credits: 1 hour

  
  • MUS 5150 - Advanced Jazz Combo


    The Advanced Jazz Combo is a select ensemble that affords students the opportunity to perform literature that is arranged and composed by ensemble members. Arranging, composition and improvisation skills are required. Frequent performances and touring are expected.

    Credits: 1 hour

    Notes: Audition required.
  
  • MUS 5160 - Music Theatre Practicum


    A production experience in music theatre. Each semester culminates in an opera or musical comedy production. Open to singers, actors, accompanists, instrumentalists, and persons interested in production techniques. Admission by audition or permission of the instructor. May be repeated for credit.

    Credits: 1 hour

  
  • MUS 5170 - Collegium Musicum


    Performance of early Western music. Open to all students of the University. Additional transcription, arranging, editing and conducting of early music is required of Music History majors.

    Credits: 1 hour

    Restrictions: Graduate students may count not more than two hours of this course for graduation.

    Notes: Membership by audition.


    When Offered: Fall, Spring
  
  • MUS 5190 - Gold Company


    A select ensemble which specializes in Jazz Show Vocal Entertainment. Specialty acts and choreography are included. A small instrumental ensemble accompanies the group. A very active performance schedule is maintained on campus, in the community, in Michigan and out-of-state.

    Credits: 1 hour

    Notes: Membership is open to all University students by audition.
    When Offered: Fall, Spring
 

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