MUSIC (MUSC)

College of Arts and Sciences, Department of Music
Brady Education Center (BEC) 112, (651) 962-5850
Johnson(chair), Cole, Cornett-Murtada, Gleason, George, Howard, Kachian, Orzolek, Pinsonneault, Schmalenberger; Arons, Auerbach, Barker, Bauder, Berget, Capener, Carmack, Casey, Douglas, Ellingson, Eschedor, Gerth, Gonella, Griffith, Hauser, Itkin, Jenkins, Jorstad, Kemperman, Kreitzer, LeJeune, Linnihan, Mann, Melin Nelson, Mensah, Mitchell, Moore, Ostrander, Parker, Reed, Rinear, Schons, Schulz, Schwalbach, Skaar, Thomsen, Tietz, Volpe, Zimmerman, Zocchi

Music Department Web Site

The Mission of the University of St. Thomas Department of Music is to provide outstanding music instruction through our progressive curriculum; enable students to realize their full potential in the development of their musical, artistic and career goals; and instill ethical professional behavior. Our accomplished faculty offers musical and academic excellence while mentoring students in a creative environment, which enhances the cultural, spiritual and intellectual life of the university and community.

Beyond the specific area of study, all students majoring in music take courses in six areas: performance studies, ensembles, music theory, musicology, music media, and for some conducting. There is also a keyboard studies component.

Through the study of music, students develop an aural comprehension of tonal and non-tonal music, an understanding of harmonic language and voice-leading principles, and an understanding of musical vocabulary, analytical systems, and structural and formal principles. Students develop the necessary skills to read musical scores and to write in standard musical notation for a variety of instruments and voices. Students develop the ability to understand a wide range of musical traditions and cultural practices, ranging from the western classical tradition to the music of selected non-western cultures to today’s popular music. Students will be able to discuss music critically and will be prepared to engage in meaningful research in musical fields. Student performers will develop an expressive interpretation of solo repertoire through an understanding of compositional process and historical style with the necessary technical proficiency. Students will demonstrate advanced ensemble skills and contextual understanding of repertoire by artistically performing music representing a variety of genres, stylistic periods and cultures.

Transfer students must:

Take a theory placement test. This placement test should be taken at the beginning of the first semester of studies at UST. Review sheets and information on time and place of the placement test are available from the Music Department Office (651) 962-5850.
File an Application for Major Field with the department chair.
Take at least one semester of music history at UST.
Pass the performance level audition and/or present a portfolio of compositions/digital music as outlined on the Music Department website.
Take at least four semesters of 2xx or 3xx level lessons at UST.
Take at least four semesters of Student Convocation Hour - MUSC 001
Perform their final level recital at UST.
Take a minimum of four semesters of an appropriate ensemble.
Complete 32 of their last 36 credits at UST.

Students intending on majoring in music must pass a performance/portfolio audition. Students majoring in music may not have a letter grade lower than C- in a required music course.

For information concerning the department’s current policies and procedures, consult the Handbook for Music Majors and Minors, which is available on the Music Department website.

The department offers minors for those students who have an interest in music, but do not wish to major in the field.

A variety of ensembles and individual lessons are available to composers, producers, instrumentalists and vocalists, regardless of major.

The department also offers a number of courses for non-majors that fulfill the Fine Arts, Writing Across the Curriculum, First-year Experience, DISJ, and Global Perspectives components of the core curriculum.

The University of St. Thomas is fully accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music.

Major in Music – Performance (B.M.)

MUSC 001 Student Convocation Hour (0 credits) (6 semesters)
MUSC 101 Piano Skills I* (1 credit)
MUSC 102 Piano Skills II* (1 credit)
MUSC 113 Music Theory and Aural Skills I (4 credits)
MUSC 114 Music Theory and Aural Skills II (4 credits)
MUSC 117 Historical Survey of Music in Western Culture (2 credits)
MUSC 230 Music of the United States(4 credits)
MUSC 140 Music Media (2 credits)
MUSC 201 Piano Skills III* (1 credit)
MUSC 202 Piano Skills IV* (1 credit)

*Students for whom piano or organ is the primary instrument will take the following courses in lieu of MUSC 101, 102, 201, and 202:

MUSC 192 Technical Skills for Keyboard Majors (1 credit)
MUSC 292 Functional Skills for Keyboard Majors I (1 credit)
MUSC 293 Functional Skills for Keyboard Majors II (1 credit)
MUSC xxx Piano Elective (1 credit) to be chosen from the following: MUSP 121, 131 (organ majors only), 135 (piano majors only), 153, MUSN 171, 172, 182, or MUSW 501.

MUSC 213 Music Theory and Aural Skills III (4 credits)
MUSC 214 Music Theory and Aural Skills IV (4 credits)
MUSC 231 Introduction to Conducting I (1 credit)
MUSC 233 Music of the World: Aural and Written Traditions (4 credits)
MUSC 263 Entrepreneurial Careers in Music & Professional Practice (1 credit)
MUSC 412 Music History and Literature of the Western European Concert Tradition, Classical to Current Era (4 credits)
MUSN 1xx Eight semesters of Ensemble participation (0 credits)

Guidelines for choosing an ensemble:

If principal instrument is:

Piano - at least two semesters in MUSN 171: at least two semesters in MUSN 172; at least two semesters in one of: MUSN 140, 142, 143, 160, 181, 185, 186, 190: two semesters may be in 161, 182, 183.

Voice - voice majors must participate in a minimum of eight semesters in MUSN 140, 142, 143, or 160.

Woodwind, Brass or Percussion - at least eight semesters in MUSN 185 or 186.

Orchestral String - at least eight semesters in MUSN 181.

Guitar - at least six semesters in MUSN 173; at least two semesters in MUSN 174.

Other Instruments - at least eight semesters chosen from: MUSN 140, 142, 143, 160, 171, 172, 181, 185, 186, 190.

MUSP 3xx Eight semesters of performance studies in the same performance medium (2 credits per semester)
MUSR 114 Aural-Skills Proficiency (0 credits)
MUSR 200 Piano Proficiency (0 credits)
MUSR 214 Aural-Skills Proficiency (0 credits)
MUSR 270 Level I Recital (0 credits)
MUSR 350 Level II Recital (0 credits)
MUSR 450 Level III Recital (0 credits)

Plus:

EDUC 308 Pedagogy and Literature for Music Performers I (2 credits)
EDUC 309 Pedagogy and Literature for Music Performers II (2 credits)

Allied Requirements:

PHYS 105 Musical Acoustics (4 credit hours)

Music Education – Instrumental Music Education (K-12) (B.M.)

See Education

Music Education – Vocal Music Education (K-12) (B.M.)

See Education

Major in Music (B.A.)

MUSC 001 Student Convocation Hour (0 credits) (6 semesters)
MUSC 101 Piano Skills I* (1 credit)
MUSC 102 Piano Skills II* (1 credit)
MUSC 113 Music Theory and Aural Skills I (4 credits)
MUSC 114 Music Theory and Aural Skills II (4 credits)
MUSC 140 Music Media (2 credits)
CHOOSE One
- MUSC 230 Music of the United States (4 credits)
- MUSC 233 Music of the World (4 credits)
MUSC 201 Piano Skills III* (1 credit)
MUSC 202 Piano Skills IV* (1 credit)

*Students for whom piano or organ is the primary instrument will take the following courses in lieu of MUSC 101, 102, 201, and 202:

MUSC 192 Technical Skills for Keyboard Majors (1 credit)

MUSC 292 Functional Skills for Keyboard Majors I (1 credit)

MUSC 293 Functional Skills for Keyboard Majors II (1 credit)

MUSX xxx Piano Elective (1 credit) to be chosen from the following: MUSP 121, 131 (organ majors only), 135 (piano majors only), 153, MUSN 171, 172, 182, or MUSW 501.

MUSC 213 Music Theory and Aural Skills III (4 credits)
MUSC 214 Music Theory and Aural Skills IV (4 credits)
MUSC 231 Introduction to Conducting (1 credit)
MUSC 263 Entrepreneurial Careers in Music, & Professional Practice (1 credit)
MUSC 412 Music History and Literature of the Western European Concert Tradition, Classical to Current Era (4 credits)
MUSN 1xx Six semesters of Ensemble participation (0 credits)

Guidelines for choosing an ensemble:

If principal instrument or concentration is:

Piano - two of the six semesters in MUSN 171: two semesters in MUSN 172; and two semesters in one of: MUSN 140, 142, 143, 160, 161, 181, 182, 183, 185, 186
Voice - a minimum of six semesters in MUSN 140, 142, 143, or 160.
Woodwind, Brass or Percussion - at least six semesters in MUSN 185 or 186
Orchestral String - at least six semesters in MUSN 181.
Guitar - at least four semesters in MUSN 173; at least two semesters in MUSN 174.
Composition - consult with the chair/advisor

MUSP 2xx Six semesters of composition studies, digital music lessons, or performance studies in the same performance medium (1 credit per semester)
MUSR 114 Aural-Skills Proficiency (0 credits)
MUSR 200 Piano Proficiency (0 credit)
MUSR 214 Aural-Skills Proficiency (0 credits)
MUSR 270 Level I Recital OR MUSR 271 Level 1 Composition Recital (0 credit)
MUSR 350 Level II Recital (0 credit)

Plus 4 credit hours selected from the following:

MUSP 1xx Up to 2 credits on any secondary instrument, voice or composition (1 or 2 credit hours)
MUSP 108 Class Voice (1 credit)
MUSC 117 Historical Survey of Music in Western Culture (2 credits)
MUSC 230 Music of the United States (4 credits)*
MUSC 160 Introduction to Music Business (4 credits)
MUSC 170 The Music of Film (4 credits)
MUSC 216 Jazz in America (4 credits)
MUSC 224 Songwriting/Composition (2 credits)
MUSC 233 Music of the World: Aural and Written Traditions (4 credits)
MUSC 260 Fundamentals of Musicianship in Popular Music (4 credits)
MUSC 281 Introduction to Accompanying (2 credits)
EDUC 308 Pedagogy and Literature for Music Performers I (2 credits)
EDUC 309 Pedagogy and Literature for Music Performers II (2 credits)
MUSC 340 Theory Elective: Topics (2 credits)
MUSC 354 Advanced Conducting and Materials: Instrumental Concentration (2 credits)
MUSC 355 Advanced Conducting and Materials: Vocal Concentration (2 credits)

*MUSC 230 is included along with MUSC 233 as an option for students who enroll for one in the compulsory studies and chooses to enroll in the other as well

Allied requirements

PHYS 105 Musical Acoustics (4 credits)

Major in Music Business (B.A.)

MUSC 001 Student Convocation Hour (6 semesters) (0 credits)
MUSC 101 Piano Skills I* (1 credit)
MUSC 102 Piano Skills II* (1 credit)

*Students for whom piano or organ is the primary instrument will take the following courses in lieu of MUSC 101 and 102:

MUSC 192 Technical Skills for Keyboard Majors (1 credit)
MUSC 292 Functional Skills for Keyboard Majors I (1 credit)

MUSC 113 Music Theory and Aural Skills I (4 credits)
MUSC 114 Music Theory and Aural Skills II (4 credits)
MUSC 117 Survey of Music in Western Culture (2 credits)
MUSC 140 Music Media (2 credits)
MUSC 160 Introduction to Music Business (4 credits)
MUSC 233 Music of the World: Aural and Written Traditions (4 credits)
MUSC 260 Fundamentals of Musicianship in Popular Music (4 credits)
MUSC 263 Entrepreneurial Careers in Music, & Professional Practice (1 credit)
MUSC 363 Emerging Models in Music Industry (4 credits)
MUSC 480 Music Business Seminar (4 credits)
MUSN 1xx Six semesters of Ensemble participation (0 credits)

Guidelines for Choosing an Ensemble:

If principal instrument is-

Traditional Music track:

Piano - at least one semester in MUSN 171: at least one semester in MUSN 172; at least four semesters selected from: MUSN 140, 142, 143, 160, 161, 171, 173, 181, 182, 183, 185, 186, or 190 in consultation with the chair and program director.
Voice - a minimum of six semesters in MUSN 140, 142, 143, or 160.
Woodwind, Brass or Percussion - at least six semesters in MUSN 185 or 186.
Orchestral String - at least six semesters in MUSN 181.
Guitar - at least four semesters in MUSN 173; at least two semesters in MUSN 174.

Contemporary/Pop/Jazz Music track:

Piano/Keyboards – at least two semesters in MUSN175; four semesters may be in MUSN 161, 182, 183, or other ensemble chosen in consultation with the chair and program director.
Voice – at least two semesters in MUSN175; four semesters may be in MUSN 140, 142, 143, 160, 183, or other ensemble chosen in consultation with the chair and program director.
Woodwind, Brass or Drums - at least two semesters in MUSN 175; four additional semesters in MUSN 175, 182, 185 or 186.
Orchestral String - at least two semesters in MUSN 175; at least two semesters in MUSN 181; two additional semesters in MUSN175 or 181
Guitar – at least two semesters in MUSN175; two semesters in MUSN173; two semesters may be in MUSN174 or 182
Producers & Composers - at least six semesters in MUSN175, or other ensemble chosen in consultation with the chair and program director.
Other Instruments - at least six semesters in ensemble chosen in consultation with the chair and program director.

MUSP 2xx Six semesters of performance studies in the same performance medium (1 credit per semester)
MUSR 114 Aural-Skills Proficiency (0 credits)
MUSR 200 Piano Proficiency (0 credit)
MUSR 270 Level I Recital (0 credit)
MUSR 350 Level II Recital (0 credit)

Allied requirements

ECON 252 Principles of Microeconomics (4 credits) (Social Analysis Core)
PHYS 105 Musical Acoustics (4 credits) (Lab Science Core)

Business Courses:

ACCT 100 Principles of Accounting I (4 credits)
BUSN 100 Business for the Common Good (2 credits)
ENTR 100 Introduction to Entrepreneurship and Innovation (2 credits)
MGMT 200 Working Skillfully in Organizations (2 credits)
MKTG 200 Principles of Marketing (2 credits)

Choose 8 credits:

ACCT 200 Principles of Accounting II (2 credits)
BETH 300 Law for Business Leaders (2 credits)
BLAW 300 Ethical Principles in Business (2 credits)
ENTR 250 Fundamentals of Innovation (4 credits)
FINC 310* Core Financial Management (2 credits)
MKTG 380 Digital Marketing (4 credits)
OPMT 300 Operations and Supply Chain Management (2 credits)

*requires completion of STAT 220, ACCT 100 and ECON 251 or ECON 252

Minor in Music

Select from one of these tracks:

Classic Track: Instrumental/Vocal Performance or Composition (Focus on Art Music, Musical Theater, and other styles)
Contemporary Track: Pop, Electronic Music Performance (Focus on Blues, Rock, Country, R&B/Hip Hop, Jazz, Electronic Dance Music, House, Techno and other popular styles)

Performance Studies:

4 credits. Four Semesters in same medium.

Classic Track (instruments/voice/composition): MUSP 1xx Performance Studies (1 credit per semester)
Contemporary Track (voice, guitar, piano, drums, digital music production, etc): MUSP 1xx Performance Studies (1 credit per semester)

Ensemble Experiences:

(both tracks). 4 credits.

MUSN 1xx Four semesters of appropriate Ensemble for principal instrument, voice, or electronic production (1 credit per semester)

Music Fundamentals:

(both tracks). 8 credits.

Classic Track: MUSC 113 Music Theory and Aural Skills I (4 credits) and MUSC 114 Music Theory and Aural Skills II (4 credits)
Contemporary Track: MUSC 112 Introduction to Music or MUSC 113 Music Theory and Aural Skills (4 credits) and MUSC 260 Fundamentals of Popular Music (4 credits)

Music History:

(both tracks). 4 credits.

MUSC 115 Understanding Music and Culture (4 credits)
MUSC 130 Introduction to World Music (4 credits)
MUSC 162 Roots of Blues, Rock and Country (4 credits)
MUSC 170 The Music of Film (4 credits)
MUSC 216 Jazz in America (4 credits)
MUSC 230 Music of the United States (4 credits)
MUSC 233 Music of the World (4 credits)

Elective:

(both tracks). 2 credits. Select from the following:

MUSC 117 Music History Survey (2 credits)
MUSC 140 Music Media (2 credits)
MUSC 204 Music and the Creative Process (2 credits)
MUSC 224 Songwriting (2 credits)

Minor in Recording Arts

MUSC 140 Music Media (2 credits)
MUSC 160 Introduction to Music Business (4 credits)
MUSC 162 Roots of Blues, Rock, and Country Music (4 credits)
MUSC 205 Advanced Studio Recording (4 credits)
MUSC 224 Songwriting/Composition (2 credits)
MUSC 305 The Art of Mixing (4 credits)

Minor in Music Composition

MUSC 113 Music Theory and Aural Skills I (4 credits)
MUSC 114 Music Theory and Aural Skills II (4 credits)
MUSC 140 Music Media (2 credits)
MUSC 231 Intro to Conducting I (1 credit)
MUSN 1xx Four semesters of Ensemble (1 credit per semester)
Including at least one semester of MUSN 176 New Music Ensemble.
MUSP 165 Four semesters of Composition Studies (50 minute lessons) (1 credit per semester)
MUSR 271 Level 1 Composition Recital (0 credits)

Plus four credits from the following, two of which need to be at the 200 level or above:

MUSC 101 Piano Skills I (1 credit)
MUSC 102 Piano Skills II (1 credit)
MUSC 201 Piano Skills III (1 credit)
MUSC 202 Piano Skills IV (1 credit)
MUSC 213 Music Theory and Aural Skills III (4 credits)
MUSC 224 Songwriting (2 credits)
MUSC 260 Fundamentals of Musicianship in Popular Music (4 credits)
MUSC 340 Music Theory Elective: Topics (2 credits)
MUSC 354 Advanced Conducting and Materials: Instrumental Concentration (2 credits)
MUSC 355 Advanced Conducting and Materials: Vocal Concentration (2 credits)

Minor in Music Industry

Required Courses

MUSC 160 Introduction to Music Business (4 credits)
MUSC 363 Emerging Models in Music Industry (4 credits)

Allied Requirement

BUSN 100 Business for the Common Good (2 cr.)

Choose Four Credits in Music Context

MUSC 130 Music of the World (4 credits)
MUSC 162 Roots of Blues, Rock & Country Music (4 credits)
MUSC 170 The Music of Film (4 credits)
MUSC 216 Jazz in America (4 credits)

Choose 6 Credits in Business/Entrepreneurship

ENTR 100 Introduction to Entrepreneurship & Innovation (2 cr.)
ENTR 250 Fundamentals of Innovation (4 cr.)
BLAW 300 Law for Business Leaders I (2 cr.)
BETH 300 Ethical Principles in Business (2 cr.)
MGMT 200 Working Skillfully in Organizations (2 cr.)
MGMT 382 Management and Leadership (4 cr.)
MKTG 200 Introduction to Marketing (2 cr.)
MKTG 380 Digital Marketing (4 cr.)
ACCT 100 Principles of Accounting I (4 cr.)
ACCT 200 Principles of Accounting II (2 cr.)

Minor in Music in Faith

Required Courses

MUSC 101 Piano Skills I (1 credit)*
MUSC 102 Piano Skills II (1 credit)*
MUSP 108 Class Voice (1 credit)*
MUSC 231 Intro to Conducting (1 credit)
MUSC 113 Music Theory and Aural Skills I (4 credits)

Plus 4 credits from the following**:

MUSC 115 Understanding Music and Culture (4 credits)
MUSC 233 Music of the World: Aural and Written Trad. (4 credits)

Plus 4 credits from the following**:

THEO 240 Protestant and Catholic Reformation (4 credits)
THEO 251 Global Christianity (4 credits)
THEO 310 Christian Worship (4 credits)
THEO 314 Christian Spirituality (4 credits)
THEO 357: Sacred Music of the Catholic heritage (4 credits)
THEO 424 Christianity and World Religions (4 credits)
THEO 425 Judaism (4 credits)
THEO 426 Islam (4 credits)
THEO 432 Black Religious Experience (4 credits)
THEO 440 Hinduism and Buddhism (4 credits)
THEO 452 Theology and Beauty (4 credits)
THEO 466 The Qur’an and the Bible (4 credits)
THEO 467 Muslim Christian Dialogue (4 credits)

Plus 2 credits from the following (may be repeated):

MUSN 143 Liturgical Choir (1 credit)
MUSN 1xx Ensemble (1 credit)
MUSP 131 Piano: Elective (1 credit)
MUSP 133 Voice: Elective (1 credit)
MUSP 135 Organ: Elective (1 credit)
MUSP 158 Guitar: Elective (1 credit)
MUSP 1xx Performance Studies: Elective (1 credit)

Plus 2-4 credits from the following:

IDSC 476 Experiential Learning (2 credits)
THEO 417 Internship in Ministry (2 credits)

No more than 8 credits may apply to another degree.

*Proficient keyboard players and/or vocalists can audition to substitute MUSP 131, 133, and/or 135 (may be repeated).

**Other courses may be substituted with approval from the chair.

Music Performer's Certificate

UST Music Performer’s Certificate is intended to provide recognition to the many students who participate in our program, but do not wish to major or minor. Ther requirements include:

Minimum of 4 Semesters of Large Ensemble (1 cr. Each) – Using Guidelines for Instrument found in UST Catalog.
Minimum of 4 Semesters of Lessons (1 cr. Each) – All on Same Instrument
Select MUSC Course with Music Advisor (4 cr.)

Music Undergraduate Courses

Music Undergraduate Courses
Course Number	Title	Credits
MUSC 001	Student Convocation Hour	0
Description of course Student Convocation Hour :	The student convocation hour is for all music majors regardless of specialization. This course meets three times per semester for each semester of enrollment and gives the community of learners performance opportunities, lectures/ discussions on topics applicable to all music concentrations; and lecture/discussions on topics specific to each music concentration.
MUSC 101	Piano Skills I	1
Description of course Piano Skills I :	This course teaches the keyboard skills required for music majors whose principal instrument is not piano. It includes training in basic keyboard technique, sight reading , score reading, accompanying, transposing, playing by ear, harmonizing melodies, and making practical applications of music theory. Prerequisite: MUSC 113 (concurrent registration preferred)
MUSC 102	Piano Skills II	1
Description of course Piano Skills II :	This course teaches the keyboard skills required for music majors whose principal instrument is not piano. It includes training in basic keyboard technique, sight reading, score reading, accompanying, transposing, playing by ear, harmonizing melodies, making practical applications of music theory, and the development of other skills studied in Piano Skills I. The final exam for this class will serve as the piano proficiency exam for BA in Music Business major students. Prerequisite: MUSC 101, and MUSC 114 (concurrent registration preferred)
MUSC 112	How Music Works	4
Description of course How Music Works :	Open to all students, this class introduces those with diverse levels of musical background to the elements of music theory and listening skills. No musical training is necessary for participation – all levels of musical abilities are welcome. Two priorities will guide our activities: (1) drawing on musical practices from multiple social and cultural contexts in both familiar and unfamiliar styles; (2) learning via direct experience. This course offers real-life practice of skills to help students develop their understanding of how music works and how it moves us, particularly regarding the interaction between music elements (e.g. rhythm, melody, harmony, and form) with emotion, meaning, and performance.
MUSC 113	Music Theory & Aural Skills I	4
Description of course Music Theory & Aural Skills I :	This course, designed for those intending to major or minor in music, covers basic materials and structures of music, approached through analysis and experience. This course is the first of a four-semester sequence that integrates sight- singing and ear training with the analysis of harmony, form and contrapuntal procedures from the 16th through the 21st centuries. Assignments include the development of compositional and arranging skills. Lecture plus 90 minutes laboratory per week. Offered fall semester.
MUSC 114	Music Theory & Aural Skills II	4
Description of course Music Theory & Aural Skills II :	Continuation of MUSC 113. Offered in spring semester. Prerequisite: MUSC 113 or successful placement test
MUSC 115	Understanding Music&Culture	4
Description of course Understanding Music&Culture :	This survey course explores the classics of European and American music in their historical, cultural and social contexts. It will investigate the many ethnic, religious, political, philosophical, economic and scientific influences that have shaped these traditions. This course is designed to enable students, regardless of musical background, to increase their understanding of music. The listening skill and knowledge acquired will provide a foundation for students to become more critical and discerning listeners of music of all types. NOTE: Students who receive credit for MUSC 115 may not receive credit for MUSC 118 or 119.
MUSC 117	Survey Music in West Culture	2
Description of course Survey Music in West Culture :	This fully online survey course explores the historical foundations of western European concert music traditions. It will explore the various ethnic, religious, political, economic, and scientific influences that have shaped our understanding of “classical” western music into stylistic periods or eras – Medieval, Renaissance, Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and Twenty/Twenty-First Century. Students will conduct listening fieldwork by attending live concert events as approved by the instructor. The listening skills and knowledge gained in this course will provide an essential foundation for students seeking a degree in music.
MUSC 130	Introduction to World Music	4
Description of course Introduction to World Music :	This course provides students a foundation for developing critical thinking and self-analysis, by way of exploring the diversity of musical traditions across the world. Students will develop attentive listening skills and analytical perspectives that engage with music’s distinctive sounds, settings, and meanings. Students will gain awareness and appreciation of music as expressions of human experience at the individual, community, and global level.
MUSC 140	Music Media	2
Description of course Music Media :	This course will serve to introduce first semester freshman music majors to software, hardware, techniques and issues surrounding digital music media. Learners will engage in the retrieval, generation, and distribution of musical notation, digital recordings, and MIDI sequences.
MUSC 160	Introduction to Music Business	4
Description of course Introduction to Music Business :	This course provides an overview of the music industry, exploring and examining aspects of technology, economics, industry structures, marketing, audiences, and artistic innovations and trends. Students will begin exploring personal career interests.
MUSC 162	Roots of Blues, Rock, Country	4
Description of course Roots of Blues, Rock, Country :	This course traces the development of American popular music from its roots through multiple genres such as minstrelsy, jazz, big band, swing, crooning, jump blues, gospel, rhythm and blues, country, western, folk/protest, and rock 'n' roll, concluding with the British Invasion. Popular music development is critically examined through four interrelated driving forces: identity (ethnicity, gender, culture, generation), centers vs. peripheries (the established vs. the innovative ), technology (impact on musical performance and listening), and business/law (commercial competition and development). Multimedia presentations include extensive audio and video support. Designed for the Popular Music minor.
MUSC 170	The Music of Film	4
Description of course The Music of Film :	Film is a form of communication that can be analyzed in terms of its images, as a historical record, and as a critical statement of the audience for which it is intended. Film music is a discreet yet complementary component used in some way and to some degree by nearly every filmmaker throughout history. Through readings, class discussion, and extensive directed viewing of movies, this course will provide a framework for analyzing the images and the sounds of films throughout the 20th and 21st centuries. Students will prepare and deliver oral presentations analyzing the images and sounds of select films.
MUSC 192	Techn. Skills for Keyboard Maj	1
Description of course Techn. Skills for Keyboard Maj :	This course teaches the technical keyboard skills required for music majors whose principal instrument is piano or organ. It includes study and performance of all major and minor scales, triad and seventh arpeggios, and chord progressions in every key.
MUSC 201	Piano Skills III	1
Description of course Piano Skills III :	This course teaches the keyboard skills required for music majors whose principal instrument is not piano. It includes training in basic keyboard technique, sight reading, score reading, accompanying, transposing, playing by ear, harmonizing melodies, making practical applications of music theory, and the development of other skills studied in Piano Skills II. Prerequisites: MUSC 102, and MUSC 213 (concurrent registration preferred).
MUSC 202	Piano Skills IV	1
Description of course Piano Skills IV :	This course teaches the keyboard skills required for music majors whose principal instrument is not piano, and will culminate in the piano proficiency exam for all music students except for Music Business majors. It includes training in basic keyboard technique, sight reading , score reading, accompanying, transposing, playing by ear, harmonizing melodies, making practical applications of music theory, and the development of other skills studied in Piano Skills III. Prerequisite: MUSC 201, and MUSC 214 (concurrent registration preferred)
MUSC 204	Music and the Creative Process	4
Description of course Music and the Creative Process :	This unique course welcomes students of all musical backgrounds and abilities to explore the creative processes of collaborative music making. In the absence of notated music, the techniques and principles of Soundpainting will be studied toward understanding music’s creative structures. Students will meet in class twice a week, study learning materials for the course (reading, listening, discussion activies), toward applying ideas and skills to create together musical works of their own design. All students will learn to direct, improvise, and co-create music that reflects the expressive input of the group. Reflective study and dialogue on the creative process will facilitate critical understanding of how music expresses ideas about self, others, and community, and can generate deeply transformational change to those identities. Course assignment toward the final grade include: Three compositions; Two short written essays analyzing the creative processes of selected musicians; Low-Stakes reading summaries; Attendance and Engagement; Collaborative Community Vision.
MUSC 205	Advanced Studio Recording	2
Description of course Advanced Studio Recording :	This course is a continuation and further practice of the studio production techniques explored in MUSC 140 - Music Media. Students will become more autonomous in the studio as they learn to manage and run sessions. As students delve deeper into the many layers of various digital audio workstations they will begin to discover how this technology is at its best when it serves the music, its performers, and creators. Students will further explore digital signal processing, plug-in's, and editing. Students will also further their knowledge of microphone applications and placement by producing and recording projects of their own. Prerequisites: MUSC140 or successful music technology placement test
MUSC 213	Music Theory & Aural Skill III	4
Description of course Music Theory & Aural Skill III :	Continuation of MUSC 114. Offered in fall semester. Prerequisites: MUSC 114 or successful placement exam.
MUSC 214	Music Theory & Aural Skill IV	4
Description of course Music Theory & Aural Skill IV :	Continuation of MUSC 213. Offered in spring semester. Prerequisite: MUSC 213 or successful placement test
MUSC 216	Jazz in America	4
Description of course Jazz in America :	The origins and history of jazz in the United States. Various phases in the development of jazz style are discussed. Blues, ragtime, Dixieland, swing, bop, cool jazz, fusion, as well as other recent developments in jazz performances are investigated. An essential part of the course is the analysis and evaluation of recorded performances by outstanding jazz musicians. Designed for non-majors as well as an elective for music majors interested in jazz. Offered fall semester.
MUSC 221	Synthesis for Music Production	2
Description of course Synthesis for Music Production :	This course is an exploration in synthesizing sounds for musical productions. Students will use hardware and software synthesizers to learn the fundamentals and history of creating and processing synthesized musical sounds. Students will also explore how synthesis in modern music connects to cultures, ideas, and identities. Using intuitive native devices in Ableton Live, and commonly used VST’s, students will learn how to analyze and synthesize sound that they will embed into produced music in multiple contexts and genres. Throughout the course, students will explore these concepts within other DAW’s (Digital Audio Workstations) to create a portfolio of musical sounds that are equal parts artistry and craft. Prerequisites: MUSC140 or successful music technology placement test
MUSC 224	Songwriting/Composition	2
Description of course Songwriting/Composition :	This course presents the basic principles related to the composition of popular vocal and instrumental forms: lyric, melody, progression, and rhythm. Applications of these elements in Rock, Pop, Jazz, Blues, Hip-Hop, Christian, and Country are explored.
MUSC 230	Music of the United States	4
Description of course Music of the United States :	This course focuses on the study of music in the United States within its historical, cultural, and sociological contexts. The course will develop skills in critical listening analysis using appropriate musical terminology, to describe both aural and written traditions of music. Repertoire to be explored include homeland traditions of cultures and population groups brought over through migration/immigration, blends of popular and concert traditions, and new and emerging styles unique to the United States. Historical, cultural, and social contexts will facilitate and understanding of how music reflects particular identities, ideas, values, and issues among population groups in the United States.
MUSC 231	Intro to Conducting I	1
Description of course Intro to Conducting I :	This course includes basic conducting patterns and gestures, general knowledge of score types (choral, band, orchestral, etc.), score study and basic rehearsal planning. Practice in conducting small ensembles will be provided.
MUSC 233	Music of the Wrld: Aural/Writt	4
Description of course Music of the Wrld: Aural/Writt :	This course, designed for music majors, studies music as a ritual activity among the peoples of the non-Western world. It employs an anthropological approach that analyzes music in cultural context rather than as an object of art. The music and cultural activities of a diverse number of countries will be investigated each semester. Prerequisites: A processed music major or minor declaration
MUSC 242	Children's Artistic Culture	4
Description of course Children's Artistic Culture :	This course explores the role of the arts in children’s lives. The course provides elementary education majors with performative experiences and pedagogical models of best practices in creating music, movement, and visual art experiences for, with, and by children. Students will investigate principles, strategies, and materials for use and will have guided practice in performing, creating, planning, delivering, and assessing learning. Available to Elementary Education majors only.
MUSC 243	Individual Study	2 OR 4
Description of course Individual Study :	No description is available.
MUSC 260	Fund-Musicianship in Popul Mus	4
Description of course Fund-Musicianship in Popul Mus :	This course is designed to give the student a working knowledge of the skills required for popular music improvisation and performance. Study will include practical application of the rhythm, melody, and harmony of all styles of popular music. Genres that will be examined include: rock, blues, jazz, hip-hop, country and pop. This course is open to all instrumentalists and singers.
MUSC 263	Entrepreneurial Careers Music	1
Description of course Entrepreneurial Careers Music :	With special emphasis on entrepreneurship, innovation, & self-efficacy, this course will explore the skills, values and practices that are essential to creating successful and fulfilling careers in music. Through case study, class discussion, and individual/group projects, students will explore best practices for creating successful careers in the creative industries, as well as the modern media tools necessary for sustainable career growth. Assignments in this class will guide you in the processes of defining your career vision and articulating your goals; developing a portfolio to represent your work; developing skills to respond to emerging opportunities; and developing an actionable plan for activating your professional career. This course is restricted to music major and minor students.
MUSC 269	Research	2 OR 4
Description of course Research :	No description is available.
MUSC 292	Functl Skills Keyboard Maj I	1
Description of course Functl Skills Keyboard Maj I :	This course teaches the functional keyboard skills required for music majors whose principal instrument is piano or organ. It includes practical training in sight reading, harmonization, improvisation, playing by ear, transposing, score reading, and other applications of basic musicianship. Prerequisite: MUSC 192
MUSC 293	Funct Skills Keyboard Majr II	1
Description of course Funct Skills Keyboard Majr II :	This course teaches the advanced functional keyboard skills required for music majors whose principal instrument is piano or organ. It includes practical training in sight reading, harmonization, improvisation, playing by ear, transposing, score reading, and other applications of basic musicianship. Prerequisite: MUSC 292
MUSC 295	Topics	2
Description of course Topics :	The subject matter of these courses will vary from year to year, but will not duplicate existing courses. Descriptions of these courses are available in the Searchable Class Schedule on Murphy Online, View Searchable Class Schedule
MUSC 296	Topics	2
Description of course Topics :	The subject matter of these courses will vary from year to year, but will not duplicate existing courses. Descriptions of these courses are available in the Searchable Class Schedule on Murphy Online, View Searchable Class Schedule
MUSC 297	Topics	4
Description of course Topics :	The subject matter of these courses will vary from year to year, but will not duplicate existing courses. Descriptions of these courses are available in the Searchable Class Schedule on Murphy Online, View Searchable Class Schedule
MUSC 302	Intro to Liturgical Music	2
Description of course Intro to Liturgical Music :	Introduction to Liturgical Music is a study of instructions and guidelines for music in divine worship, and a survey of repertoire appropriate for use in liturgical celebrations. Prerequisites: THEO 101 and MUSC 113 and MUSC 101
MUSC 305	Mixing and Post Production	2
Description of course Mixing and Post Production :	This course will introduce students to current audio mixing and post production techniques in a variety of musical styles. Independent mixing projects and hands-on experience will support coursework with a focus on advanced concepts in preparing audio mixes for various media, as well as mastering and post prodcution techniques. This course serves as a solid foundation for future music producers, mix engineers, and content creators. Prerequisites: MUSC 205
MUSC 308	Pedagogy & Lit for Musc Perf I	2
Description of course Pedagogy & Lit for Musc Perf I :	This class will survey methods and materials for performance studies. Discussions will include principles of technique, learning theories, musicianship, and performance based upon a wide and diverse body of literature. Students should sign up for the section number that corresponds with their primary area of performance. Section 1: Voice; Section 2: Keyboard; Section 3: Guitar; Section 4: Winds/Percussion/Brass.
MUSC 309	Pedagogy & Lit for Musc Per II	2
Description of course Pedagogy & Lit for Musc Per II :	A continuation of Pedagogy and Literature for Music Performers I, this class will survey methods and materials for performance studies. Discussions will include principles of technique, learning theories, musicianship, and performance based upon a wide and diverse body of literature. Students should sign up for the section number that corresponds with their primary area of performance. Section 1: Voice; Section 2: Keyboard;Section 3: Guitar; Section 4: Winds/Percussion/Brass. Prerequisites: EDUC 308/MUSC 308
MUSC 330	Comp/Prod for Film/TV/Games	4
Description of course Comp/Prod for Film/TV/Games :	This class explores practical application of compositional techniques found in contemporary commercial writing, for Film, Television, Video Games, Commercials, etc. The course will present real world situations and application of techniques used to finish projects, with strategies to deal with additions, form changes, and revisions. It is designed to improve “Creativity on demand” and working outside one’s comfort zone as a composer and producer. Prerequisite: MUSC 140
MUSC 340	Theory Elective: Topics	2
Description of course Theory Elective: Topics :	No description is available.
MUSC 354	Adv Conducting & Materials	2
Description of course Adv Conducting & Materials :	Advanced Conducting and Materials: Instrumental Concentration : Continuation of Introduction to Conducting I and II. Study of advanced conducting patterns and refined expressive gestures. Survey of orchestral and band literature and in-depth study of selected pieces. Rehearsal planning, rehearsal techniques, and classroom management. Offered fall semester of even years. Prerequisites: MUSC 231.
MUSC 355	Adv Conducting & Mat: Vocal	2
Description of course Adv Conducting & Mat: Vocal :	Continuation of Introduction to Conducting I and II. Study of advanced conducting patterns and refined expressive gestures. Survey of choral literature and in-depth study of selected pieces. Rehearsal planning, rehearsal techniques, and classroom management. Offered fall semester of even years. Prerequisites: MUSC 231
MUSC 363	Emerging Models in Music Indus	4
Description of course Emerging Models in Music Indus :	This course will explore the evolution of the music industry and the emerging trends technologies and business models that continue to transform the music industry in all of its aspects. Topics addressed in the course will include but not be limited to analysis of innovation in multiple modes of the music industry; remix culture, copyright, and licensing limitation/innovation; the impact of social media on management, agency, and artist fan engagement; growth sectors of the music economy including concert promotion, & touring; crowd funding, and its impact on new ventures in music; and the impact of technology on communications culture, and the creative sector. Students will move regularly between theory and practice as they use evidence from the past and present to formulate new possibilities for the future architecture of the music industry. Prerequisite: MUSC 160 or ENTR 260 or permission of the instructor
MUSC 389	Research	2 OR 4
Description of course Research :	No description is available.
MUSC 393	Individual Study	2 OR 4
Description of course Individual Study :	No description is available.
MUSC 411	History & Lit Music I	4
Description of course History & Lit Music I :	A survey of Western European music to 1750: the medieval, Renaissance, Baroque eras. Historical development, social context, forms, styles and issues of expression are explored. Writing assignments are designed for teaching to the "Writing in the Discipline" objectives for the Writing Across the Curriculum initiative. This is a core course for students seeking a major degree in music. Students must be at junior-level standing and have passed at least Theory II before enrolling in this course. Offered in fall semester.
MUSC 412	Hist&Lit of West European	4
Description of course Hist&Lit of West European :	A survey of Western European music from 1750 to the present: the Classical and Romantic eras and the Twentieth century. Emphasis of study is on social context and issues of meaning and expression. Continuation of MUSC 411. Writing assignments are designed for teaching to the "Writing in the Discipline" objectives for the Writing Across the Curriculum initiative. This is a core course for students seeking a major degree in music. Offered in spring semester. Prerequisites: MUSC 113 and junior standing
MUSC 420	Senior Research Paper	2
Description of course Senior Research Paper :	This course allows music students to demonstrate research and writing skills by utilizing standard music resources (Music Index, RILM, Grove, Baker's, etc.). The paper may contain theoretical analysis, and/or it may be connected to the student's performance area or degree focus. Prerequisite: 80 credits completed; Seeking a BM or BA in music.
MUSC 476	Experiential Learning	1 TO 4
Description of course Experiential Learning :	No description is available.
MUSC 479	Internship	2
Description of course Internship :	No description is available.
MUSC 480	Music Business Seminar	4
Description of course Music Business Seminar :	A course involving individual research that is shared among the participants. Guest speakers from various areas of music business, the electronic media industries and arts management make presentations to the seminar, which is under the direction of a faculty coordinator. A major research project is required. Prerequisite: At least Junior standing and at least 80 completed credits
MUSC 495	Individual Study	2 OR 4
Description of course Individual Study :	No description is available.
MUSC 497	Individual Study	4
Description of course Individual Study :	No description is available.