Music Education Graduate Course Offerings

   Summer 2013 

Course Registration Form (Current degree and nondegree students should register online through MURPHY).

 

   Choral

GMUS 518 Teaching Choral Music to Young Singers, 2 cr. 
Angela Broeker, D.M.A.
July 1-5 (no class July 4)
8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Brady Educational Center 110

This course is designed for elementary and middle school choral teachers who hope to teach musical skills and concepts while teaching choral repertoire to their ensembles. Topics covered include pedagogical analysis of choral pieces, techniques for teaching melodic, rhythmic, and formal elements while teaching choral repertoire, daily lesson planning, and short-term and long-term rehearsal planning. Students will actively participate using appropriate repertoire from a choral packet. Additional course fee: $40.

GMUS 520 French Diction for Singers, 1 cr.
Alan Bryan, D.M.A.
July 8-12
9 a.m.-12 p.m., Brady Educational Center 110

Introduction to singing in the French language utilizing the International Phonetic Alphabet. Emphasis on pronunciation, enunciation, declamation, artistic expression, and interpretive considerations in the context of French song texts and choral repertoire.

GMUS 526 Repertoire for Mature Adolescent Voices, 2 cr.
Matt Culloton, D.M.A.
July 29-Aug. 2
8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Brady Educational Center 111

Exploration of a wide range of repertoire that considers ranges, tessituras, and emotional characteristics of mature adolescent voices. Emphasis on criteria for selective repertoire, analytical tools, and developing a choral library for SATB, SSA, and TTBB choirs. Additional course fee: $40.

GMUS 532 Orff Schulwerk in the Middle School Choral/General Classroom, 2 cr.
Jo Ella Hug
July 15-19
8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Brady Educational Center 120 (Auditorium)

Teaching/learning from the foundation of Orff Schulwerk can continue as students move into middle school general music and introductory choral classes. Elemental music style based on the collaborative work of Orff and Keetman, can drive the learning. One need not set aside the focus on process to achieve product. This active, hands-on course will provide teachers with a variety of instructional models using the quality building blocks in the original Orff materials adapted to today's educational needs, traditional resources and newly composed materials. Teachers will develop their own ability to use the Orff media (movement, singing, speaking, playing melodic and percussion instruments) and process to design and adapt instructional activities. The course will address the learning spectrum from grade 5 through grade 7. 

GMUS 544-03 Exploring Assessment in Music Education, 1 cr.
Doug Orzolek, Ph.D.
June 17-21
1-4 p.m., Brady Educational Center 111

Class participants will learn: to develop teaching and assessment skills for a variety of performance tasks; to discover how to improve our students' understanding of what we want them to do, how well they should do it, and how to get it done; to explore tools that will help demonstrate to teachers, administrators, parents, and students the results of music study; to discuss various means of assessing and tracking progress.

GMUS 673 Choral Score Study and Literature I, 2 cr.
Angela Broeker, D.M.A.
June 17-28
9 a.m.-12 p.m., Brady Educational Center 110

Study of choral literature representing the Classic, Romantic, and Twentieth Century style periods. Survey of historical and style evolution of major choral genres and analysis of representative works for each era.  Additional course fee: $25.

GMUS 726 Intermediate Choral Conducting, 2 cr.
Angela Broeker, D.M.A.
July 15-26
12-3 p.m., Brady Educational Center 110

Designed for the intermediate choral conductor. Laboratory course with in-depth study of conducting gesture and its effect on choral sound.  Individual lessons in the choral lab setting constitute a major component of this course.  Score study, rehearsal techniques, and performance practice issues.  Additional course fee: $45.

GMUS 727 Advanced Choral Conducting, 2 cr.
Angela Broeker, D.M.A.
July 15-26
10 a.m.-1 p.m., Brady Educational Center 110

For the advanced choral conductor. Laboratory course with in-depth study of conducting gesture and its effect on choral sound. Individual lessons in the choral lab setting constitute a major component of this course. Challenging SATB and treble choir pieces and choral/orchestral repertoire. Score study, rehearsal techniques, and performance practice issues. Prerequisite: GMUS 726 Intermediate Choral Conducting. Additional course fee: $45.

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   Instrumental

GMUS 544-01 Teaching Guitar I, 1 cr. 
Chris Kachian, D.M.A.
June 24-28
1-4 p.m., Brady Educational Center LL07

Preparation for starting or continuing a class guitar program. Topics include acquiring and maintaining instruments, reviewing available texts and related materials, and age-appropriate pacing of pedagogical materials and approaches. Special focus on teaching musical notations and stylistic genres common to the guitar. Designed for the middle and high school teacher.

GMUS 665 Instrumental Musicianship Pedagogy, 3 cr.
Jill Sullivan, Ph.D.
July 8-19
8 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Brady Educational Center 111

Examination of issues related to teaching instrumental music such as the application of music learning theory to instrumental rehearsals for all levels, comprehensive musicianship, pedagogical development of the ensemble, demonstrated rehearsal techniques, long-term and short-term lesson planning, and literature review.

GMUS 671 African Music Ensemble, 2 cr.
Sowah Mensah
June 17-21
9:45 a.m.-4:45 p.m., Brady Educational Center LL30A (Rehearsal Hall)

Study of traditional African music (Ghanaian culture) through music performance. Performance of chants, songs, music for social and festive occasions, and other vocal and instrumental examples selected from a variety of styles. All instruments provided, except flute and CD's which can be purchased in class.

GMUS 687 Advanced Instrumental Score Study and Literature, 3 cr.
Matt George, D.M.A.
June 24-July 3
9 a.m.-3 p.m., Brady Educational Center 107

Designed for the experienced conductor interested in deepening skills in practical score analysis. Primary attention addressing performance problems in the score through rehearsal preparations and physical conducting technique. Literature appropriate to class membership is selected for use in the course. This course is a prerequisite for GMUS 690 Advanced Instrumental Conducting. Additional course fee: $45.

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   Kodály Institute at the University of St. Thomas

The Kodály Institute at the University of St. Thomas offers a certificate program endorsed by the Organization of American Kodály Educators (OAKE). Coursework provides high quality, intensive studies in: musicianship, conducting, and ensemble to enable personal growth in musicianship; materials, analysis, classification, and retrieval systems to assist students in gathering and systematizing repertoire for their personal teaching situations; and curriculum, pedagogy, and instructional techniques to further students’ understanding of and practical experience in designing spiral curricula for literacy-based music education programs using inquiry-based teaching techniques.

Kodály study at the UST introduces students to music education that emphasizes musical knowledge and understanding through sequential skill development. The National Standards for Music are addressed through an approach that develops the musician-educator. The development of musical and pedagogical skills occurs in an atmosphere of joyful and systematic exploration of a Kodály-inspired approach to music education.

Kodály Levels I-III

Jay Broeker, Nyssa Brown, Leigh Ann Garner, Dan LeJeune

M.A. Kodály concentration students and OAKE-Endorsed Kodály Certificate students enroll in one class per level of study, as follows: Level I: GMUS 741; Level II: GMUS 742; Level III: GMUS 743. All courses are required for M.A. Kodály Concentration students and OAKE-Endorsed Kodály Certificate students.

All levels (I, II, III) will meet in the BEC Auditorium on Monday, July 8 at 8 a.m.
There will be a final program from 1-2 p.m. on Friday, July 19.

GMUS 741 Kodály Level I, 3 cr.
July 8-19
8 a.m.-4:45 p.m., Brady Educational Center

Kodály Level I studies in musicianship and choral ensemble; materials, analysis, classification & retrieval systems; and curriculum, pedagogy and instructional techniques. Emphasis is placed on teaching grades  K and 1. Additional course fee: $45.

Course materials order form for Kodály Level I.

GMUS 742 Kodály Level II, 3 cr.
July 8-19
8 a.m.-4:45 p.m., Brady Educational Center

Kodály Level II studies in musicianship and choral ensemble; materials, analysis, classification & retrieval systems; and curriculum, pedagogy & instructional techniques. Emphasis is placed on teaching grades 2 and 3.

Course materials order form for Kodály Level II.

Prerequisite: Kodály Level I (MUS 741 or GMUS 750, GMUS 751, and GMUS 753) or equivalent.
Additional course fee: $45

GMUS 743 Kodály Level III, 3 cr.
July 8-19
8 a.m.-4:45 p.m., Brady Educational Center

Kodály Level III studies in musicianship and choral ensemble; materials, analysis, classification and retrieval systems; and curriculum, pedagogy & instructional techniques. Emphasis is placed on teaching grades 4 and 5.

Course materials order form for Kodály Level III.

Prerequisite: Kodály Level II (MUS 742 or GMUS 753, GMUS 754, and GMUS 755) or equivalent.
Additional course fee: $45.

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   Orff Schulwerk Certificate Program

The Orff Schulwerk Certificate program is a model of innovation for Orff certification courses offered in the United States. The St. Thomas curriculum features education in subjects required by the American Orff Schulwerk Association: technique and improvisation, analysis and arranging, pedagogy, movement, and recorder—all of which are highlighted in individual classes and integrated through literature study. A distinctive feature of the St. Thomas program is the opportunity for students to engage in practical application of ensemble work in a daily pedagogy hour at each level of study.

Orff Schulwerk study at St. Thomas introduces students to music education that emphasizes skill development and musical understanding through creative participation in open-ended activities. The National Standards for Music are addressed through an approach that develops the body, ear, and mind in a variety of collective music-making processes. The development of musical and pedagogical skills occurs in an atmosphere of joyful exploration in an Orff Schulwerk approach to music education.

Orff Schulwerk Levels I-III

Jay Broeker, Michael Chandler, Cindy Hall, Mona Mann, Beth Melin Nelson, Jacque Schrader
July 29, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; July 30-Aug. 9, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
GMUS 731, 732, 733, and 735 are required for M.A. Orff Concentration and Orff Mastery Certificate students.

All Levels (I, II, III) will meet in the BEC Auditorium on Monday, July 29 at 8 a.m.

GMUS 532 Orff Schulwerk in the Middle School Choral/General Classroom, 2 cr.
Jo Ella Hug
July 15-19
8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Brady Educational Center 120 (Auditorium)

Teaching/learning from the foundation of Orff Schulwerk can continue as students move into middle school general music and introductory choral classes. Elemental music style based on the collaborative work of Orff and Keetman, can drive the learning. One need not set aside the focus on process to achieve product. This active, hands-on course will provide teachers with a variety of instructional models using the quality building blocks in the original Orff materials adapted to today's educational needs, traditional resources and newly composed materials. Teachers will develop their own ability to use the Orff media (movement, singing, speaking, playing melodic and percussion instruments) and process to design and adapt instructional activities. The course will address the learning spectrum from grade 5 through grade 7. 

GMUS 731 Orff Schulwerk Level I, 3 cr.
First day, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; Second day through end of course, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Basic Orff elemental musicianship, including study of pentatonic melodies, ostinati, bordun accompaniments, and elemental forms; soprano recorder technique; classroom application, technique, and improvisation; basic movement skills and classroom application, and folkdance. Additional course fee: $45.

GMUS 732 Orff Schulwerk Level II, 3 cr.
First day, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; Second day through end of course, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Study of pentatonic, diatonic and modal melodies; melodic ostinato, bordun, and shifting chord accompaniments; irregular and changing meters; alto recorder and classroom applications and improvisation; sequential teaching of dance forms and folk dances. Prerequisite: GMUS 731 or equivalent. Additional course fee: $45.

GMUS 733 Orff Schulwerk Level III, 3 cr.
First day, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; Second day through end of course, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Improvisation in diatonic modes, asymmetric meters, and harmonic accompaniments; ensemble performance of all recorder voices; choreography and improvisation relative to movement and music. Prerequisite: GMUS 732 or consent of Orff director. Additional course fee: $45.

GMUS 735 Orff Curriculum Development, 2 cr.
Jay Broeker
July 22-26
8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Brady Educational Center LL03

Classroom application of basic Orff vocabulary, theory, sequential skills, and concepts to the classroom.  Implementation of typical Orff activities in learning experiences designed for elementary students.  In-depth objectives for each grade; development of supporting teaching strategies, and lesson plans; skills and concepts curriculum grid.  Emphasis on application of studies through small-group and peer teaching. Prerequisite: Orff Levels I and II from any AOSA approved course.

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   Dalcroze 

The St. Thomas Master of Arts in Music Education curriculum features high quality education in eurhythmics, solfege and improvisation, and materials and methods. Dalcroze study at St. Thomas introduces students to music education that trains the body in rhythm and dynamics; trains the ear, eye, and voice in pitch, melody, and harmony using fixed-do; and combines eurhythmics and solfege according to the students' own invention, while providing application tools for classroom and studio.

GMUS 651 Dalcroze Musicianship, 3 cr.
Kathy Thomsen, D.M.A.
June 24-July 3
9 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Brady Educational Center 120 (Auditorium)

Musicianship development based on the Dalcroze approach. Study of eurhythmics (training the body in rhythm and dynamics), solfege (training the ear, eye and voice in pitch, melody and harmony using fixed-do), improvisation (combining eurhythmics and solfege according to the students’ own invention – in movement, with the voice, on an instrument) and methods (application tools for the classroom and studio).

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   General

GMUS 532 Orff Schulwerk in the Middle School Choral/General Classroom, 2 cr.
Jo Ella Hug
July 15-19
8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Brady Educational Center 120 (Auditorium)Teaching/learning from the foundation of Orff Schulwerk can continue as students move into middle school general music and introductory choral classes. Elemental music style based on the collaborative work of Orff and Keetman, can drive the learning. One need not set aside the focus on process to achieve product. This active, hands-on course will provide teachers with a variety of instructional models using the quality building blocks in the original Orff materials adapted to today's educational needs, traditional resources and newly composed materials. Teachers will develop their own ability to use the Orff media (movement, singing, speaking, playing melodic and percussion instruments) and process to design and adapt instructional activities. The course will address the learning spectrum from grade 5 through grade 7. 

GMUS 544-01 Teaching Guitar I, 1 cr.  
Chris Kachian, D.M.A.
June 24-28
1-4 p.m., Brady Educational Center LL07

Preparation for starting or continuing a class guitar program. Topics include acquiring and maintaining instruments, reviewing available texts and related materials, and age-appropriate pacing of pedagogical materials and approaches. Special focus on teaching musical notations and stylistic genres common to the guitar. Designed for the middle and high school teacher.

GMUS 544-02 Lap Dulcimer & Autoharp, 1 cr.
Nyssa Brown
July 1-3
9 a.m.-3 p.m., Brady Educational Center LL07

Provide an exciting new dimension to your teaching and to your own musicianship by using the dulcimer and autoharp to accompany your students and yourself. Instruments are taught according to an ear/voice/hand/eye process using traditional foksongs. Limited number of instruments available.

GMUS 544-03 Exploring Assessment in Music Education, 1 cr.
Doug Orzolek, Ph.D.
June 17-21
1-4 p.m., Brady Educational Center 111Class participants will learn: to develop teaching and assessment skills for a variety of performance tasks; to discover how to improve our students' understanding of what we want them to do, how well they should do it, and how to get it done; to explore tools that will help demonstrate to teachers, administrators, parents, and students the results of music study; to discuss various means of assessing and tracking progress.

GMUS 544-04 Exploring Technology in Music Education, 1 cr.
Chris Russell, Ph.D.
July 22-26
1-4 p.m., Brady Educational Center 111

The technology needs of the music educator and music student are different than the technology needs of other subjects. This course will expose students in the graduate program to established and emerging technologies which can be used to enhance instruction in music education including: a survey of student technology skills and interests; basic concepts in technology in music education; different technology available to music education; technology related music education blogs; as well as free and public domain technology resources available on the internet.

GMUS 544-05 Preschool Piano Pedagogy, 1 cr.
Suzanne Schons, Ph.D.
July 1-5
1-4:30 p.m., Brady Educational Center 111

Thiscourse serves as an introduction to teaching piano to young students (ages 3-5). Topics will include developmental stages of preschool students, philosophies and approaches to teaching them, instructional settings, methods and programs, repertoire, technique and musicianship activities, motivation, parental involvement, and practice expectations. The course will also survey some general music programs for young childrem (ages 0-5) that can help prepare students for preschool music lessons and serve as an additional source of income and student recruitment for piano teachers. Any teacher with intermediate-level keyboard skills is welcome to enroll.

GMUS 671 African Music Ensemble, 2 cr.
Sowah Mensah
June 17-21
9:45 a.m.-4:45 p.m., Brady Educational Center LL30A (Rehearsal Hall)

Study of traditional African music (Ghanaian culture) through music performance. Performance of chants, songs, music for social and festive occasions, and other vocal and instrumental examples selected from a variety of styles. All instruments provided, except flute and CD's which can be purchased in class.

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   Applied Performance Studies

GMUS 570-592 Applied Performance Studies, 1 cr.

Performance Faculty

Twelve 50-minute individual lessons: 1 cr.; Twelve 30-minute individual lessons: 1 cr. Arrange private lessons with the instructor BEFORE registering. Specify the instructor and duration of lessons on the course registration form.

GMUS 570	Harpsichord	GMUS 582	French Horm
GMUS 571	Piano	GMUS 583	Trombone
GMUS 572	Lute	GMUS 584	Euphonium
GMUS 573	Recorder	GMUS 585	Tuba
GMUS 574	Voice	GMUS 586	Percussion
GMUS 575	Organ	GMUS 587	Violin
GMUS 576	Flute	GMUS 588	Viola
GMUS 577	Oboe	GMUS 589	Cello
GMUS 578	Clarinet	GMUS 590	Double Bass
GMUS 579	Bassoon	GMUS 591	Guitar
GMUS 580	Saxophone	GMUS 592	Harp
GMUS 581	Trumpet	GMUS 593	Composition

 

   Piano Pedagogy

MUSW 501-xx Summer Workshops in Piano Pedagogy
August 5-9, 2013
Brady Educational Center 111 (please note location change)

This annual event features intensive workshops in piano pedagogy, literature, and performance by nationally and internationally renowned piano teachers and performers. Past presenters have included Seymour Bernstein, Marvin Blickenstaff, Ingrid Clarfield, Randall Faber, Maurice Hinson, Barbara Lister-Sink, Jane Magrath, Scott McBride Smnith, Peter Takacs, Weekley and Arganbright, William Westney, and many others. Enrollment is open to the general public: graduate-level credit is optional. For information on the summer workshops click here.

GMUS 544-05 Preschool Piano Pedagogy, 1 cr.
Suzanne Schons, Ph.D.
July 1-5 (No class July 4)
1-4:30 p.m., Brady Educational Center 111

This course serves as an introduction to teaching piano to young students (ages 3-5). Topics will include developmental stages of preschool students, philosophies and approaches to teaching them, instructional settings, methods and programs, repertoire, technique and musicianship activities, motivation, parental involvement, and practice expectations.The course will also survey some general music programs for young children (ages 0-5) that can help prepare students for preschool music lessons and serve as an additional source of income and student recruitment for piano teachers. Any teacher with intermediate-level keyboard skills is welcome to enroll.

GMUS 800 Supervised Teaching, 1 cr.
Faculty direction and observation of each student's teaching. Students will videotape their own piano students for the basis of the class. Prerequisite: completion of pedagogy courses.

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   Shell Lake

MUSW 501-01 Big Band Workshop, 1 cr.
June 14-16
Shell Lake Arts Center

Study with the Pros! You'll perform jazz ensemble big band under the guidance of our nationally recognized teaching-artist faculty. This workshop for adults is open to all levels of experience, from beginner to advanced. Whether you're perfecting your jazz skills or need to polish the dust off your instrument, this workshop is for you!

Non-Credit: $300
Graduate Credit: $425

   Master of Arts Core Courses

The prerequisite for enrolling in the Master of Arts in Music Education core courses is acceptance into the master's program. Application deadlines are July 1 (for fall admission); Dec. 1 (for spring admission), and April 1 (for summer admission). Students design their degree coursework in consultation with the program director.

GMUS 600 Introduction to Scholarship and Research Methods in Music Education, 3 cr.

June 24-July 31, Monday and Wednesday
6-9 p.m.

This course will guide students toward: comprehending research articles and methodologies that they will encounter over the course of their careers; building skills in working with library resources, database and other bibliographic materials; developing skills generally in academic writing and American written English - and particularly in accordance with Kate Turabian's A Manual for Writers of Term Papers, Theses, and Dissertations, Chicago: The University of Chicago Press, 1996/2007; and provide an opportunity for initial thinking about how they will carry out their work for GMUS 890 in terms of a topic and format.

GMUS 601 Teaching and Learning, 3 cr.
Doug Orzolek, Ph.D.
June 24-July 31, Monday and Wednesday
6-9 p.m., Brady Educational Center 111

Comprehensive overview of learning theories, instructional theories, and implications for the teaching of music to children in grades K-12. Applications of principles and concepts inherent in these theories to the teaching and learning of music.

GMUS 608 Foundations of Music Education, 3 cr.

June 25-Aug. 1, Tuesday and Thursday (no class July 4)
6-9 p.m., Brady Educational Center 110

Consideration of cultural, philosophical, and historical contexts of music education through reading assignments and student presentations.

GMUS 611 Perspectives in Music Theory, 3 cr.
Shersten Johnson, Ph.D.
June 25-Aug. 1, Tuesday and Thursday (no class July 4)
6-9 p.m., Brady Educational Center 111

Creative construction of conceptual frameworks that blend traditional analytical techniques with recent trends in music theory scholarship. Development of methodology for the perceptual and reflective study of musical processes, style, and meaning. Critical listening, score reading, composing, and writing about music.

GMUS 612 Topics in Music History, Literature & Theory: American Popular Song for Voice and for Instrumental Ensembles, 3 cr.
Jonas Westover, Ph.D.
June 24-July 31, Monday and Wednesday
6-9 p.m., Brady Educational Center 110

This course explores the history and ideas surrounding American song, from works performed by voice as well as instrumental versions of songs.  Topics covered will include 19th c. song, Sousa and his influence, Irving Berlin, Blues, Jazz, Chuck Berry and Rock, Musical Theater, Country Music, Women's Voices in Music, and Ragtime.

Prerequisite: Successful completion of the Master of Arts In Music Education Music History and Theory Diagnostic Examination (Log-in on Blackboard).

GMUS 750 Musicianship I, 1 cr.
Shersten Johnson, Ph.D.
July 8-11
1-4:30 p.m., Brady Educational Center 111

Studies in musicianship, including systematic sight-reading, aural transcription, and analytical skill development.Course is required for all Master of Arts students (not required of Kodály concentration). Additional course fee: $20.

Prerequisite: Successful completion of the Master of Arts In Music Education Music History and Theory Diagnostic Examination (Log-in on Blackboard).

GMUS 876 Directed Research, 0 cr.
Graduate Music Education Faculty

The only occasions students register for GMUS 876 are when:

1. They have selected Designs Four or Five and are in the first semester of the process (see individual Design Four or Design Five Guidelines), or
2. When they are in a "hold" mode of not working with their advisors for a term and thus are registered for GMUS 876-99.
   • Students will not be assessed the one-credit tuition fee for a semester in which they are not working with their advisor but instead will register for GMUS 876-99 ($75 fee assessed) during these terms.
   • GMUS 876-99 terms are limited to one per student.
   • For students doing Designs Four or Five, GMUS 876 and GMUS 890 cannot be interspersed with a section 99 without approval from the advisor and director of GPME.

Students enroll in the section of GMUS 876 matching the project advisor's name below:

GMUS 876-03 Directed Research, Dr. Bruce Gleason
GMUS 876-05 Directed Research, Dr. Alan Bryan
GMUS 876-07 Directed Research, Dr. Doug Orzolek
GMUS 876-09 Directed Research, Dr. Angela Broeker
GMUS 876-11 Directed Research, Dr. Shersten Johnson
GMUS 876-13 Directed Research, Dr. Sarah Schmalenberger
GMUS 876-15 Directed Research, Dr. Vanessa Cornett-Murtada
GMUS 879-99 Directed Research, not working with advisor

GMUS 890 M.A. Project, 1 cr.
Graduate Music Education Faculty

Students enroll in the section of GMUS 890 (and 876 in the cases of Designs Four and Five) matching the project advisor's name below during the semester they write and complete their projects:

GMUS 890-03 Directed Research, Dr. Bruce Gleason
GMUS 890-05 Directed Research, Dr. Alan Bryan
GMUS 890-07 Directed Research, Dr. Doug Orzolek
GMUS 890-09 Directed Research, Dr. Angela Broeker
GMUS 890-11 Directed Research, Dr. Shersten Johnson
GMUS 890-13 Directed Research, Dr. Sarah Schmalenberger
GMUS 890-15 Directed Research, Dr. Vanessa Cornett-Murtada

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Fall 2013

GMUS 570-592 Applied Performance Studies, 1 cr.
Performance Faculty

Twelve 50-minute individual lessons: 1 cr.; Twelve 30-minute individual lessons: 1 cr. Arrange private lessons with the instructor BEFORE registering. Specify the instructor and duration of lessons on the course registration form.

GMUS 570	Harpsichord	GMUS 582	French Horm
GMUS 571	Piano	GMUS 583	Trombone
GMUS 572	Lute	GMUS 584	Euphonium
GMUS 573	Recorder	GMUS 585	Tuba
GMUS 574	Voice	GMUS 586	Percussion
GMUS 575	Organ	GMUS 587	Violin
GMUS 576	Flute	GMUS 588	Viola
GMUS 577	Oboe	GMUS 589	Cello
GMUS 578	Clarinet	GMUS 590	Double Bass
GMUS 579	Bassoon	GMUS 591	Guitar
GMUS 580	Saxophone	GMUS 592	Harp
GMUS 581	Trumpet	GMUS 593	Composition

GMUS 601 Teaching and Learning, 3 cr.
Doug Orzolek, Ph.D.
Sept. 4-Dec. 20, Mondays
6-9:30 p.m., Brady Educational Center 111

Consideration of cultural, philosophical, and historical contexts of music education through reading assignments and student presentations.

GMUS 612 Topics in Music History, Literature, Theory, 3 cr.
Sarah Schmalenberger, Ph.D.
Sept. 4-Dec. 20, Online

Aesthetic retrospective of revolutionary works (1900-1950) and poignant recent works (1950-present). Students compose, perform, read, discuss, and write about how these compositions richly reflect the creativity, identity, and meaning of the 20th century.

Prerequisite: Successful completion of the Master of Arts In Music Education Music History and Theory Diagnostic Examination (Log-in on Blackboard).

GMUS 800 Supervised Teaching, 1 cr.
Piano faculty direction and observation of each student's teaching. Students will videotape their own piano students for the basis of the class. Prerequisite: completion of pedagogy courses.

GMUS 876 Directed Research, 0 cr.
Graduate Music Education Faculty

The only occasions students register for GMUS 876 are when:

1. They have selected Designs Four or Five and are in the first semester of the process (see individual Design Four or Design Five Guidelines), or
2. When they are in a "hold" mode of not working with their advisors for a term and thus are registered for GMUS 876-99.
   • Students will not be assessed the one-credit tuition fee for a semester in which they are not working with their advisor but instead will register for GMUS 876-99 ($75 fee assessed) during these terms.
   • GMUS 876-99 terms are limited to one per student.
   • For students doing Designs Four or Five, GMUS 876 and GMUS 890 cannot be interspersed with a section 99 without approval from the advisor and director of GPME.

Students enroll in the section of GMUS 876 matching the project advisor's name below:

GMUS 876-05 Directed Research, Dr. Alan Bryan
GMUS 876-07 Directed Research, Dr. Doug Orzolek
GMUS 876-09 Directed Research, Dr. Angela Broeker
GMUS 876-11 Directed Research, Dr. Shersten Johnson
GMUS 876-13 Directed Research, Dr. Sarah Schmalenberger
GMUS 876-15 Directed Research, Dr. Vanessa Cornett-Murtada
GMUS 879-99 Directed Research, not working with advisor

GMUS 890 M.A. Project, 1 cr.
Graduate Music Education Faculty

Students enroll in the section of GMUS 890 (and 876 in the cases of Designs Four and Five) matching the project advisor's name below during the semester they write and complete their projects:

GMUS 890-05 Directed Research, Dr. Alan Bryan
GMUS 890-07 Directed Research, Dr. Doug Orzolek
GMUS 890-09 Directed Research, Dr. Angela Broeker
GMUS 890-11 Directed Research, Dr. Shersten Johnson
GMUS 890-13 Directed Research, Dr. Sarah Schmalenberger
GMUS 890-15 Directed Research, Dr. Vanessa Cornett-Murtada

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   Spring 2013

GMUS 570-592 Applied Performance Studies, 1 cr.
Performance Faculty

Twelve 50-minute individual lessons: 1 cr.; Twelve 30-minute individual lessons: 1 cr. Arrange private lessons with the instructor BEFORE registering. Specify the instructor and duration of lessons on the course registration form.

GMUS 570	Harpsichord	GMUS 582	French Horm
GMUS 571	Piano	GMUS 583	Trombone
GMUS 572	Lute	GMUS 584	Euphonium
GMUS 573	Recorder	GMUS 585	Tuba
GMUS 574	Voice	GMUS 586	Percussion
GMUS 575	Organ	GMUS 587	Violin
GMUS 576	Flute	GMUS 588	Viola
GMUS 577	Oboe	GMUS 589	Cello
GMUS 578	Clarinet	GMUS 590	Double Bass
GMUS 579	Bassoon	GMUS 591	Guitar
GMUS 580	Saxophone	GMUS 592	Harp
GMUS 581	Trumpet	GMUS 593	Composition

GMUS 611 Perspectives in Music Theory, 3 cr.
Shersten Johnson, Ph.D.
Feb. 4-May 17, Monday
6-9:30 p.m., Brady Educational Center 111

Creative construction of conceptual frameworks that blend traditional analytical techniques with recent trends in music theory scholarship. Development of methodology for the perceptual and reflective study of musical processes, style, and meaning. Critical listening, score reading, composing, and writing about music.

GMUS 619 Keyboard LIterature, 3 cr. 
Vanessa Cornett-Murtada, D.M.A.
Feb. 4-May 17, Tuesday and Thursday
10:00-11:30 a.m., Brady Educational Center 111

Study of keyboard literature from the beginning of the 18th century to the present.

GMUS 800 Supervised Teaching, 1 cr.
Piano faculty direction and observation of each student's teaching. Students will videotape their own piano students for the basis of the class. Prerequisite: completion of pedagogy courses.

GMUS 876 Directed Research, 0 cr.
Graduate Music Education Faculty

The only occasions students register for GMUS 876 are when:

1. They have selected Designs Four or Five and are in the first semester of the process (see individual Design Four or Design Five Guidelines), or
2. When they are in a "hold" mode of not working with their advisors for a term and thus are registered for GMUS 876-99.
   • Students will not be assessed the one-credit tuition fee for a semester in which they are not working with their advisor but instead will register for GMUS 876-99 ($75 fee assessed) during these terms.
   • GMUS 876-99 terms are limited to one per student.
   • For students doing Designs Four or Five, GMUS 876 and GMUS 890 cannot be interspersed with a section 99 without approval from the advisor and director of GPME.

Students enroll in the section of GMUS 876 matching the project advisor's name below:

GMUS 876-05 Directed Research, Dr. Alan Bryan
GMUS 876-07 Directed Research, Dr. Doug Orzolek
GMUS 876-09 Directed Research, Dr. Angela Broeker
GMUS 876-11 Directed Research, Dr. Shersten Johnson
GMUS 876-13 Directed Research, Dr. Sarah Schmalenberger
GMUS 876-15 Directed Research, Dr. Vanessa Cornett-Murtada
GMUS 879-99 Directed Research, not working with advisor

GMUS 890 M.A. Project, 1 cr.
Graduate Music Education Faculty

Students enroll in the section of GMUS 890 (and 876 in the cases of Designs Four and Five) matching the project advisor's name below during the semester they write and complete their projects:

GMUS 890-05 Directed Research, Dr. Alan Bryan
GMUS 890-07 Directed Research, Dr. Doug Orzolek
GMUS 890-09 Directed Research, Dr. Angela Broeker
GMUS 890-11 Directed Research, Dr. Shersten Johnson
GMUS 890-13 Directed Research, Dr. Sarah Schmalenberger
GMUS 890-15 Directed Research, Dr. Vanessa Cornett-Murtada

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2013-2014 Workshops

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• Workshop with Brian Burnett
• Workshop with Judith Thompson-Bartwell
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• Workshop with Bruce Swank
• Workshop with Aaron Hansen