13.1 Applied Music Courses
MUS 140A/B Principal Applied Study I
requires one hour per week of individual instruction (vocal or instrumental).
MUS 1700 Introduction to Music Technology
provides a practical introduction to useful computer tools for musicians, such as music notation software, basic digital audio editing, and new media.
MUS 2401 Functional Keyboard I
is an introduction to practical keyboard skills for students whose Principal Applied Study is not piano or organ. Functional accompaniment, transposition and score reading are emphasized.
MUS 2402 Functional Keyboard II
is a continuation of MUS 2401.
MUS 240A/B Principal Applied Study II
is a continuation of MUS 140A/B.
MUS 2411 Advanced Functional Keyboard I
is an introduction to practical keyboard skills for students whose Principal Applied Study is piano or organ. Functional accompaniment, transposition and score reading are emphasized.
MUS 2412 Advanced Functional Keyboard II
is a continuation of MUS 2411.
MUS 2500 Seminar in Performance Issues
introduces students to perspectives and strategies for cultivating well-being while optimizing music learning and performance. Areas of exploration may include effective practice techniques, self-regulation, mindfulness, healthy movement, injury prevention, motivation, and mental skills training.
MUS 2611 Festival Choir
requires three hours rehearsal per week.
MUS 2612 Chamber Choir
requires three hours rehearsal per week.
MUS 2613 Chamber Orchestra
requires three hours rehearsal per week.
MUS 2615 Jazz Orchestra
requires three hours rehearsal per week.
MUS 2616 Opera Workshop
requires three hours rehearsal per week.
MUS 2617 Opera Workshop
requires six hours rehearsal per week.
MUS 2619 Wind Ensemble
requires three hours rehearsal per week.
MUS 2620 Instrumental Ensemble
requires three hours rehearsal per week.
MUS 263A/B Chamber Orchestra
requires 15 hours of rehearsal per semester.
MUS 265A/B Jazz Orchestra
requires 15 hours of rehearsal per semester.
MUS 2700 Lyric Diction I
is a study of English, German, French and Italian lyric diction. The International Phonetic Alphabet will be introduced and applied to singing in these four languages.
MUS 2701 Lyric Diction II
is a continuation of MUS 2700.
MUS 3401 Functional Keyboard III
is continuation of MUS 2402. Emphasis is on functional keyboard skills for classroom music teachers.
MUS 3402 Functional Keyboard IV
is a continuation of MUS 3401.
MUS 340A/B Principal Applied Study III
is a continuation of MUS 240A/B for students whose Major is other than Performance.
MUS 3411 Advanced Functional Keyboard III
is a continuation of MUS 2412. Emphasis is on functional keyboard skills for classroom music teachers.
MUS 3412 Advanced Functional Keyboard IV
is a continuation of MUS 3411.
MUS 345A/B Principal Applied Study III - Performance
is a continuation of MUS 240A/B. A more intensive approach to performance than in MUS 340A/B. Students are required to present a public recital consisting of 25 to 35 minutes of music. The passing grade is 50%, but a minimum final grade of 75% in both the course and the recital is required as a prerequisite for Music 445A and for continuance in the Performance Major.
MUS 3500 Chamber Music Seminar
is an introduction to principles and practices in chamber music performance with an overview of repertoire research methods.
MUS 3511 Chamber Music
requires the ensemble to prepare and perform a recital of 10-15 minutes of music. Each ensemble receives six hours of coaching in preparation for the performance.
MUS 3512 Chamber Music
requires the ensemble to prepare and perform a recital of 18-22 minutes of music. Each ensemble receives nine hours of coaching in preparation for the performance.
MUS 3513 Chamber Music
requires the ensemble to prepare and perform a recital of 25-30 minutes of music. Each ensemble receives twelve hours of coaching in preparation for the performance.
MUS 3514 Small Ensemble
is a conducted ensemble requiring two hours per week of rehearsal.
MUS 3515 Accompaniment
requires the students to meet for one hour per week in a masterclass. Coaching will be given to prepare for performance of a 15- to 20-minute program with a singer or instrumentalist.
MUS 3516 Accompaniment
requires students to meet for one hour per week in a masterclass. Coaching will be given to prepare for performance of a half-hour program with a singer or instrumentalist.
MUS 3517 World Music Ensemble
is a coached activity exploring one or more world music repertoires. This ensemble requires 2 hours of rehearsal per week.
MUS 3518 Contemporary Music/Improvisation Ensemble
is a coached activity exploring improvisation and/or contemporary repertoire for mixed ensembles. This ensemble requires 2 hours of rehearsal per week.
MUS 3611 Jazz Combo
requires the ensemble to prepare and perform a recital of 10-15 minutes of music. Each ensemble receives six hours of coaching in preparation for the performance.
MUS 3612 Jazz Combo
requires the ensemble to prepare and perform a recital of 18-22 minutes of music. Each ensemble receives nine hours of coaching in preparation for the performance.
MUS 3613 Jazz Combo
requires the ensemble to prepare and perform a recital of 25-30 minutes of music. Each ensemble receives twelve hours of coaching in preparation for the performance.
MUS 3704 Career Skills for Musicians
is an exploration of careers in music. Topics may include preparation of CVs, resumes, cover letters, business plans, grant applications, web sites, press kits and other promotional materials, tax, legal and business issues in the arts; and the study of successful arts enterprises.
MUS 3711 Jazz Styles and Improvisation
is an applied course for singers and instrumentalists, which aims to integrate the theory and practice of jazz. Jazz styles and improvisation will be explored through listening (recordings and live performance), imitation, and improvisation of selected jazz standards.
MUS 3751 Studio Pedagogy
is designed to provide students with a basic knowledge of resources and pedagogical approaches used in studio teaching at various levels. May include guest masterclasses and lectures.
MUS 3764 Vocal Pedagogy
provides a thorough study of the anatomy. physiology and acoustics of the vocal tract and singing voice as well as a practical application of these topics.
MUS 3774 Piano Pedagogy
is designed to provide students with a basic knowledge of resources and pedagogical approaches used in piano studio teaching at various levels. May include guest masterclasses and lectures.
MUS 440A/B Principal Applied Study IV
is a continuation of MUS 340A/B.
MUS 445A/B Principal Applied Study IV - Performance
is a continuation of MUS 345A/B. Students are required to present a public recital consisting of 50 to 60 minutes of music with program notes. The passing grade is 50%, but a minimum final grade of 75% in both the course and the recital is required for graduation with a Major in Performance.
MUS 4503 Special Topics in Applied Music
will have topics to be studied announced by the School of Music.
MUS 4504 Special Topics in Applied Music
will have topics to be studied announced by the School of Music.
MUS 4505 Special Topics in Applied Music
will have topics to be studied announced by the School of Music.
MUS 4601 Applied Performance Psychology for Musicians
explores strategies for optimizing music learning and performance, based on research in the areas of cognitive, sport, and performance psychology. Topics will include motivation, memory and learning, effective practice techniques, mental skills training, and a selection of topics prioritized by students in the class.
MUS 4602 Mind/Body Tools for Musicians
uses somatic and contemplative inquiry as lenses through which to explore a range of strategies for refining awareness and affect in practice and performance. Students will be supported in progressively engaging with various practices aimed at cultivating greater presence, expression, and resilience, and will study the theoretical foundations of these practices through readings, lectures, and assignments.
MUS 4603 Movement Awareness for Musicians
explores strategies for reducing unnecessary tension, increasing physical resilience, and improving body awareness through a variety of movement modalities. The course includes both theoretical and practical components. Topics may include anatomy, biomechanics, pain, and injury prevention; movement modalities may include Body Mapping, Feldenkrais, Alexander Technique, and strength training.
MUS 4701 Music in the Community
allows students to explore the role of the artist in the community by planning and carrying out a community music-making project. Students will be required to propose a viable collaborative project prior to registering.
MUS 4702 Music in the Community
allows students to explore the role of the artist in the community by planning and carrying out a community music-making project. Students will be required to propose a viable collaborative project prior to registering.
MUS 4703 Music in the Community
allows students to explore the role of the artist in the community by planning and carrying out a community music- making project. Students will be required to propose a viable collaborative project prior to registering.
MUS 4800 Music Business in Practice
allows students to develop and explore business pathways and opportunities in the music industry through project based, experiential learning. The course is structured around applied projects where students explore one or more of the following in practice: entrepreneurship, social enterprise, music industry internship, volunteer opportunities. In addition to applied project work, students meet in seminar format to share and deepen their learning.
AR = Attendance requirement as noted. CH = Credit hours: unless otherwise noted, a course normally has a credit value of 3 credit hours. CO = Co-requisite(s): course(s) listed must be taken concurrently with or successfully completed prior to the course being described. CR = Credit restricted: The course being described and the course(s) listed are closely related but not equivalent. Credit is limited to one of these courses. Normally, these courses cannot be substituted, one for the other, to satisfy program requirements. EQ = Equivalent: the course being described and the course(s) listed are equal for credit determination. Credit is limited to one of these courses. These courses can be substituted, one for the other, to satisfy program requirements. |
LC = Lecture hours per week: lecture hours are 3 per week unless otherwise noted. LH = Laboratory hours per week. OR = Other requirements of the course such as tutorials, practical sessions, or seminars. PR = Prerequisite(s): course(s) listed must be successfully completed prior to commencing the course being described. UL = Usage limitation(s) as noted. |