This course is designed to develop, rehearse, and perform a wide range of literature for brass ensemble from all historical periods of music. To improve and continue to develop individual performance skills through through musicality, phrasing, technique, intonation, listening, dynamics tone, balance and rhythm.

This course is designed to develop, rehearse, and perform a wide range of literature for brass ensemble from all historical periods of music. To improve and continue to develop individual performance skills through through musicality, phrasing, technique, intonation, listening, dynamics tone, balance and rhythm.

This course is designed to develop, rehearse, and perform a wide range of literature for brass ensemble from all historical periods of music. To improve and continue to develop individual performance skills through musicality, phrasing, technique, intonation, listening, dynamics, tone, balance and rhythm.

This course is designed to develop, rehearse, and perform a wide range of literature for brass ensemble from all historical periods of music. To improve and continue to develop individual performance skills through musicality, phrasing, technique, intonation, listening, dynamics, tone, balance and rhythm.

This course is designed to develop, rehearse, and perform a wide range of literature for brass ensemble from all historical periods of music. To improve and continue to develop individual performance skills through musicality, phrasing, technique, intonation, listening, dynamics, tone, balance and rhythm.

This course is designed to develop, rehearse, and perform a wide range of literature for brass ensemble from all historical periods of music. To improve and continue to develop individual performance skills through musicality, phrasing, technique, intonation, listening, dynamics, tone, balance and rhythm.

This course is designed to develop, rehearse, and perform a wide range of literature for brass ensemble from all historical periods of music. To improve and continue to develop individual performance skills through musicality, phrasing, technique, intonation, listening, dynamics, tone, balance and rhythm.

This course is designed to develop, rehearse, and perform a wide range of literature for brass ensemble from all historical periods of music. To improve and continue to develop individual performance skills through musicality, phrasing, technique, intonation, listening, dynamics, tone, balance and rhythm.

Private instruction in the basic concepts of piano, vocal, or instrumental performance. For students who need to be strengthened in the fundamental principles and techniques of their applied major.

Private instruction in the basic concepts of piano, vocal, or instrumental performance. For students who need to be strengthened in the fundamental principles and techniques of their applied major.

Special study for students who plan to major in music and do not meet standards for MUS 111. Designed to strengthen basic musicianship areas as needed.

A study of alternative careers to teaching in the field of music. Current needs, future trends, economic considerations, preparation of courses of study, geographical advantages, special characteristics and preparation required.

Beginning class piano instruction. Principal chords in all keys; ear training, rhythm, harmonization and transposition of melodies suitable for grades K - 6.

Beginning class piano instruction. Principal chords in all keys; ear training, rhythm, harmonization and transposition of melodies suitable for grades K - 6.

Functional study of basic music theory including notation, rhythm, scales, modes, intervals, sightsinging, diction, partwriting, composition and performance style practices, and development of basic aural skills. Laboratory experience required.

Continuation of MUS 111 with emphasis on the application of common elements of music to rhythmic, melodic and harmonic diction, three and four part writing, aural and visual analysis. Laboratory experience required.

All major and minor scales and arpeggios, technical exercises, selections from Mikrokosmos and selected repertoire from Baroque, Classical, Romantic and Contemporary periods.

All major and minor scales and arpeggios, technical exercises, selections from Mikrokosmos and selected repertoire from Baroque, Classical, Romantic and Contemporary periods.

Essential elements of artistic singing, including effective methods of breath control, formation and color of vowels, resonance, phrasing, diction, and development of effective singing techniques.

In-depth study of piano performance techniques, including all major/minor scales, arpeggios, chord progressions, and selected etudes. Detailed study o representative keyboard works all periods. Two one-hour lessons and nine hours minimum practice weekly. Audition required.

In-depth study of piano performance techniques, including all major/minor scales, arpeggios, chord progressions, and selected etudes. Detailed study o representative keyboard works all periods. Two one-hour lessons and nine hours minimum practice weekly. Audition required.

Exploration and understanding methods by which music is composed, study of non-traditional musical styles, manipulation of common elements in traditional and nontraditional ways. Creative using basic concepts in harmony, melody, and form. Student is expected to complete 1 piece per semester for solo instrument and/or duo.

Study of philosophy, aims, appropriate musical experiences, materials and methods; application of skills and techniques of teaching music to elementary school children. For prospective elementary school teachers.

Study of music designed to provide the general student with knowledge and understanding of the history, structure, and style of various types of music literature and development of listening skills.

Applied experience for music communication skills: sight-reading scores, improvisation, accompanying, transposing and ensemble playing. Additional master class laboratory required.

More advanced study in basic musicianship including altered chords, modulation to near-related keys, partwriting, development of aural skills, stylistic analysis and compositional techniques. Laboratory experience required.

Advanced study in basic musicianship including ninth, eleventh and thirteenth chords, modulation to distant keys, and continued development of aural skills, stylistic analysis and compositional techniques. Laboratory experience required.

All scales, 3rds, 6ths, 10ths, dominant 7th and diminished 7th arpeggios; advanced studies including Mikrokosmos; advanced repertoire including suites, sonatas and preludes from all major historical periods.

All scales, 3rds, 6ths, 10ths, dominant 7th and diminished 7th arpeggios; advanced studies including Mikrokosmos; advanced repertoire including suites, sonatas and preludes from all major historical periods.

Study of music designed to provide the general student with knowledge and understanding of the development of jazz music from its African origins to its present status as an organized American musical art form and the contributions of jazz musicians and the development of jazz music listening skills.

Student of organ literature, style analysis, historical and practical organ design. Comparison of electronic, computerized and pipe organs.

The study of application of fundamentals of playing and teaching string instruments including correct tone production, bowing techniques and care of the instruments. Laboratory experience required.

Continued in-depth study of piano performance technique including all major/minor scales in various rhythms and touches, diminished 7th and dominant 7th arpeggios, chord progressions and selected Etudes. Continued detailed study of representative keyboard works of all periods. Two one-hour lessons and nin hours minimum practice weekly. Proficiency examination at end of Sophomore year.

A survey of computer hardware, software, and other electronic devices as they relate to computer generated music. Topics include computer basics, MIDI sequencing, music notation, database building, and internet resources for musicians.

Basic jazz keyboard skills. Keyboard realization of jazz harmony with typical idiomatic voicing.

Basic jazz keyboard skills. Keyboard realization of jazz harmony with typical idiomatic voicing.

A multidisciplinary approach to an introductory survey of the music industry. This includes the recording industry, entertainment law, arts management, and emerging fields relevant to the ever changing music industry.

In addition to developing compositional abilities, experiences will include the development of skills needed to evaluate music which further explorations of various aspects in composition are encouraged. Student is expected to complete 1 piece per semester for trio and/or quartet including voice.

Study of the basic components of MIDI (Musical Instrumental Digital Interface) sequencing technology; synthesizer and sequencer capabilities; sequence recording and editing.

Introduction of the basic concepts of music notation using computer software focusing on the FINALE application from CODA Music Technology.

The study of jazz chord progressions including the "blues," rhythm changes and jazz standards incorporating basic jazz voice leading techniques, non-harmonic tones, a jazz chord to scale applications, advanced jazz ear training and an introduction to transcribing jazz improvisational solos.

Philosophy, aims, and principles of music teaching and learning; content, methods and materials for music teaching; creative approaches to the development of musical concepts in elementary school children.

Philosophy, basic concepts and principles of music teaching and learning in the secondary school. Emphasis on content, techniques and materials for effective program building and implementation.

() This course explores theories of various models of discipline that enhance student motivation, classroom management in music settings. It is focused on the development of understanding the needs of diverse learners and creating a positive atmosphere for positive learning. Further this course will focus on the development of values, confidence, assertiveness skills, and decision-making skills in classroom management. Development of a comprehensive management plan for first year teaching. Includes a field experience or alternative component.

Analysis of forms and styles representative of works from the Renaissance period to the present.

Study of model, eighteenth century and contemporary counterpoint with experiences in writing. Required for Bachelor of Music students, elective for others.

Advanced technical studies; detailed study of Bach or Handel Suites, compositions by Schubert, Chopin, Brahms, Mendelssohn or Liszt and representative 20th century repertoire. Junior recital at 315B level.

Advanced technical studies; detailed study of Bach or Handel Suites, compositions by Schubert, Chopin, Brahms, Mendelssohn or Liszt and representative 20th century repertoire. Junior recital at 315B level.

Study of the historical background, literature, media, forms and styles of ensemble music, including small group rehearsals for instrumentalists, vocalists, and pianists.

A chronological and comparative study of the historical development of musical practices, forms and styles from Antiquity to the Baroque era.

Continuation of MUS 321 with emphasis on the literature, forms, styles and practices of music in the Baroque era to the present time.

Elective course designed to study the various forms, styles, media and techniques utilized in music on the present time.

Advanced indepth study of piano performance techniques and advanced Etudes. Continued detailed study of representation works of all periods and preparation for a Junior Recital. Two one-hour lessons and nine hours minimum practice weekly.

Advanced indepth study of piano performance techniques and advanced Etudes. Continued detailed study of representation works of all periods and preparation for a Junior Recital. Two one-hour lessons and nine hours minimum practice weekly.

Elements and techniques of conducting; stylistic interpretation; choral, band and orchestral score reading; rehearsal techniques, individual practice in conducting performance groups.

Student of the origin and development of brasswind instruments and development of fundamental performance proficiency on one or more brass instruments. Elective.

Study of the origin and development of woodwind instruments and development of fundamental proficiency on one or more woodwind instruments. Elective.

Study of the origin and development of percussion instruments and development of fundamental performance proficiency on basic percussion instruments. Elective.

This course will center around the development of advanced sequencing projects using CAKEWALK¿S SONOR and similar sequencing software programs. Projects will be based on knowledge learned in the Introduction to Music Sequencing course and will be major in scope.

This course is a practical study of music notation with an emphasis on the application of recent computer technology to traditional notational practice. Advanced concepts of music notation and using computer software will be explored in detail using FINALE and SIBELIUS notation software programs.

A comprehensive introduction to the techniques of generating and manipulating electronic imagery (video) by means of digital instrumentation. Study also includes digital video format standards, the principles of videotape recording, replay and editing, in addition to basics of sound including stereo and digital audio, and the synchronization of audio and video files.

The study of jazz improvisational techniques, concepts and practice methods used by jazz artists to gain improvisational skills techniques and how to apply these skills to performance on selected jazz repertoire. Also, develop advanced skills in transcribing jazz solos.

Designed to teach the student technical skills needed for piano studio instruction and to examine teaching materials from various periods for the beginning, intermediate and advanced piano student.

Practical teaching of beginning intermediate and advanced pupils in piano. Application of technical skills and materials studied in MUS 408 and 409 to instruction of piano students.

Arranging and adapting scores for small and unusual groups of vocal combinations.

Preparation for and presentation of senior recital. Selection of compositions from Baroque to Twentieth Century forming a well-balanced program.

Advanced piano study beyond the senior recital level. Elective.

Techniques for the effective organization, administration and implementation of the jazz studies program in the school and private studio.

Techniques of teaching private piano and piano classes; pedagogical methods, content and literature.

Advanced piano literature of varying forms, styles, idioms and techniques.

Objectives, methods and materials applied to vocal teaching. Procedures in voice production, respiration, phonation, articulation, resonation; voice classification, quality, diction, support and control. Elective.

Integrative analysis, review and assimilation of basic concepts in the development of musicianship as related to contemporary needs and uses. Elective.

Advanced keyboard techniques, study of advanced Etudes and preparation of selected repertory for the Senior Recital. Public presentation of a Senior Recital.

Study of symphonic literature of various periods with emphasis on listening, score reading, style and analysis, historical practices and procedures, and technical problems of performance.

Study of literature for keyboard instruments from earliest periods to the present. Performance, listening sessions and discussion of aesthetic value, structure and style.

A chronological survey of song literature with emphasis on principal types, forms, composers stylistic features, trends and influences in representative style periods.

Concentrated study of selected topics in keyboard literature. Correlation of art, music and literature; performance, listening and discussion of aesthetic values, structure and style.

Exploration and understanding methods by which music is composed, study of traditional musical styles, experiences in improvisation and manipulating common elements in traditional and nontraditional ways. Original compositions required. Elective.

In this course students will learn the skills necessary to effectively create presentations in Multimedia formats such as Microsoft¿s Powerpoint. Students will learn how to create and edit bullet slides, use drawing tools, incorporate clip art and WordArt, create and enhance organizational charts, and create and edit charts using Microsoft Graph.

Students will understand how the Internet can be used as an indispensable tool in many areas of the music industry with a focus on music merchandising, recording studio operation and artist promotion.

This course is an examination of the art of audio recording. The curriculum will cover signal flow of the mixing console as it applied to both recording and sound reinforcement; microphones and techniques of application; use of sonic effects; recording devices (analog, digital, and hard disk); synchronization formats and wiring.

The Music Technology Internship program is designed to provide practical experience for advanced students in a professional recording industry setting. Student will develop professionalism in the field, reasoning ability, critical thinking, resourcefulness, and self-reliance. Students will establish contacts within the industry that may lead to entry level employment.

This Service-Learning designated course will help students to gain an understanding of innovative techniques in music education and research to determine the effects of music on adolescents. The course will include online training and certification and approval by the Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITT) and the Institutional Review Board (IRB) respectively. Students will be introduced to a wide variety of literature on music and anxiety as well as music and academic performance in children. Students will gain knowledge in collecting, analyzing, and reporting scientific data.

Intensive study of a subject selected in accordance with student needs, under the direction of the faculty. Written report required.

Individual program of study in major area of interest, under the direction of the faculty. Opportunities to broaden knowledge and develop further skills in special areas of music.

Private instruction on developing fundamental techniques of viola playing. Scales, arpeggios, sight-reading, technical studies, solo and ensemble literature.

Private instruction on developing fundamental techniques of viola playing. Scales, arpeggios, sight-reading, technical studies, solo and ensemble literature.

Application of technique to performance up to fifth position with standard orchestral bowings; harmonics, double stops and chords in first three positions. Scales, arpeggios, technical studies; solo, ensemble, orchestral literature.

Application of technique to performance up to fifth position with standard orchestral bowings; harmonics, double stops and chords in first three positions. Scales, arpeggios, technical studies; solo, ensemble, orchestral literature.

Continuation of technical study, development of basic musicianship applied to performance skills. Stylistic interpretation, repertory development; selected literature in preparation for junior recital at 315 level.

Continuation of technical study, development of basic musicianship applied to performance skills. Stylistic interpretation, repertory development; selected literature in preparation for junior recital at 315 level.

Advanced technical study; continued development of repertoire, stylistic interpretation, understanding and application of musical concept to performance skills. Preparation and presentation of senior recital.

Basic musicianship and technical studies including major, minor and chromatic scales and arpeggios. Embouchure development, tone production, reed making. Selected technical and solo material.

Basic musicianship and technical studies including major, minor and chromatic scales and arpeggios. Embouchure development, tone production, reed making. Selected technical and solo material.

Continuation of principles and techniques studied previous year including all scales, intervals, arpeggios, characteristics tone production, articulations, rhythms, sight-reading, standard technical, solo and ensemble material, making and adjusting reeds.

Continuation of principles and techniques studied previous year including all scales, intervals, arpeggios, characteristics tone production, articulations, rhythms, sight-reading, standard technical, solo and ensemble material, making and adjusting reeds.

More advanced technical study and repertoire development. Scales in thirds, fourths, and fifths, extended arpeggios, articulatory studies, range and dynamics development. Representation solo, ensemble and orchestral literature. Junior recital, 315 level.

More advanced technical study and repertoire development. Scales in thirds, fourths, and fifths, extended arpeggios, articulatory studies, range and dynamics development. Representation solo, ensemble and orchestral literature. Junior recital, 315 level.

Intensive study of bassoon literature, advanced technique, stylistic interpretation, and application of musical concepts to performance skills. Preparation and presentation of senior recital.

Continued advanced study in 20th century bassoon literature and Bassoon techniques, various forms and idioms. Preparation of selected repertory for the Senior Recital. Senior Recital performance required.

Study of tone production, proper breath support, embouchure development, articulations, major and minor scales and arpeggios. Basic musicianship development; technical studies and selected solo literature.

Study of tone production, proper breath support, embouchure development, articulations, major and minor scales and arpeggios. Basic musicianship development; technical studies and selected solo literature.

Entrance by Audition. In-depth study of clarinet performance techniques, including all major/minor scales, arpeggios, and thirds, selected technical studies, etudes and standard repertoire. Recital performance required.

Continuation of basic musicianship principles and techniques. Major, minor and chromatic scales in third, skill in adjusting clarinet reeds, sight-reading and transposition and various articulations. Selected solo and ensemble material.

Continuation of basic musicianship principles and techniques. Major, minor and chromatic scales in third, skill in adjusting clarinet reeds, sight-reading and transposition and various articulations. Selected solo and ensemble material.

Continuation of technical study and repertoire development. More advanced performance of scales, arpeggios, articulations, embellishments, sight-reading and transposition. Representative solo, ensemble and orchestral literature. Junior recital, 315 level.

Continuation of technical study and repertoire development. More advanced performance of scales, arpeggios, articulations, embellishments, sight-reading and transposition. Representative solo, ensemble and orchestral literature. Junior recital, 315 level.

Advanced technical and repertory study. Emphasis on stylistic interpretation of solo, ensemble and orchestral literature from principal historical periods. Preparation and presentation of senior recital.

For all vocal and instrumental students. Emphasis on scales, chords, sight-reading, improvised accompaniments to melodies and transposition.

For all vocal and instrumental students. Emphasis on scales, chords, sight-reading, improvised accompaniments to melodies and transposition.

For vocal and instrumental students. Sight-reading and performance and materials suitable for school and community use. Harmonizations, transpositions, accompaniments and moderately easy compositions. Piano proficiency required in MUS 215.

For vocal and instrumental students. Sight-reading and performance and materials suitable for school and community use. Harmonizations, transpositions, accompaniments and moderately easy compositions. Piano proficiency required in MUS 215.

Continuation of development of basic keyboard skills including sight-reading, harmonization and transposition of simple melodies. Elective.

Development of piano skills to enable students to sight-read moderately easy compositions including jazz idioms, emphasis on community songs and choral accompaniments. Elective.

Continuation of MUSD 314 with the same types of materials on a moderately difficult level. Elective.

Study of tone production, breath support, embouchure development, and elements of musicianship. Major, minor scales and arpeggios, clef studies, and lip flexibility exercises. Selected technical studies and solo materials.

Study of tone production, breath support, embouchure development, and elements of musicianship. Major, minor scales and arpeggios, clef studies, and lip flexibility exercises. Selected technical studies and solo materials.

Entrance by Audition. In-depth study of euphonium performance techniques, including all major/minor scales, arpeggios, and thirds, selected technical studies, etudes and standard repertoire. Recital performance required.

Continuation of MUS 124. Recital performance required.

Continuation of previous studies with emphasis on basic musicianship, repertoire, and technical development. Major, minor, chromatic scales, arpeggios, sight-reading, transposition; technical exercises, solo and ensemble materials and stylistic interpretation.

Continuation of previous studies with emphasis on basic musicianship, repertoire, and technical development. Major, minor, chromatic scales, arpeggios, sight-reading, transposition; technical exercises, solo and ensemble materials and stylistic interpretation.

Continued in-depth study of euphonium performance techniques, including all major/minor scales, diminished 7th and dominant 7th chords, transposition, multiple tonguing, technical studies, etudes and the standard repertoire. Recital performance required

Continuation of MUSE 224. Recital performance required. Sophomore Proficiency required.

Advanced technical study and repertoire development. Representative literature for solo and ensemble performance. Junior recital preparation and presentation at 315 level.

Advanced technical study and repertoire development. Representative literature for solo and ensemble performance. Junior recital preparation and presentation at 315 level.

Advanced in-depth study of euphonium performance techniques, technical studies, etudes and the standard repertoire. Detailed study of representative works of all historical periods. Recital performance required.

Continuation of MUS 324. Junior Recital performance required.

Continuation of advanced technical study and repertoire development. Intensive study of selected literature for Euphonium. Preparation and presentation of senior recital.

Advanced study in 20th century euphonium literature and euphonium techniques, various forms and idioms. Recital performance required.

Continued advanced study in 20th century euphonium literature and euphonium techniques, various forms and idioms. Preparation of selected repertory for the Senior Recital. Senior Recital performance required.

Two octave major and minor scales and arpeggios; development of embouchure and tone quality, breath control and varying articulation with emphasis on basic musicianship. Selected technical studies and solo materials.

Two octave major and minor scales and arpeggios; development of embouchure and tone quality, breath control and varying articulation with emphasis on basic musicianship. Selected technical studies and solo materials.

Entrance by Audition. In-depth study of flute performance techniques, including all major/minor scales, arpeggios, and thirds, selected technical studies, etudes and standard repertoire. Recital performance required.

Continuation of MUSF 124. Recital performance required.

Continued stress on basic musicianship, tone quality, technical development and repertory. All major, minor and chromatic scales, arpeggios and embellishments. Standard solo, ensemble and technical material progressing in difficulty.

Continued stress on basic musicianship, tone quality, technical development and repertory. All major, minor and chromatic scales, arpeggios and embellishments. Standard solo, ensemble and technical material progressing in difficulty.

Continued in-depth study of flute performance techniques, including all major/minor scales, diminished 7th and dominant 7th chords, technical studies, etudes and the standard repertoire. Recital performance required.

Continuation of MUSF 224. Recital performance required. Sophomore Proficiency required.

Continued technical study, development of repertoire, stylistic interpretation and performance skills. Selected solo, ensemble and orchestral material from standard repertoire. Junior recital as 315 level.

Continued technical study, development of repertoire, stylistic interpretation and performance skills. Selected solo, ensemble and orchestral material from standard repertoire. Junior recital as 315 level.

Advanced in-depth study of flute performance techniques, technical studies, etudes and the standard repertoire. Detailed study of representative works of all historical periods. Recital performance required.

Continuation of MUS 324. Junior Recital performance required.

Advanced technical study. Special exercises with emphasis on stylistic interpretation of a well-balanced repertoire. Preparation and presentation of senior recital.

Advanced study in 20th century flute literature and flute techniques, various forms and idioms. Recital performance required.

Continued advanced study in 20th century flute literature and flute techniques, various forms and idioms. Preparation of selected repertory for the Senior Recital. Senior Recital performance required.

Methods pertinent to development of good tone production, proper breath techniques, articulation and musical interpretation in correlation with music fundamentals. Selected technical and solo materials.

Methods pertinent to development of good tone production, proper breath techniques, articulation and musical interpretation in correlation with music fundamentals. Selected technical and solo materials.

Continuation on tone quality, breath control, two octave major and minor scales and arpeggios, register expansion, embouchure building and lip flexibility. Study of transposition, technical exercises, solo and ensemble materials.

Continuation on tone quality, breath control, two octave major and minor scales and arpeggios, register expansion, embouchure building and lip flexibility. Study of transposition, technical exercises, solo and ensemble materials.

Continuation of previous studies with emphasis on embouchure building, range and muting studies, trilling exercises, other technical considerations; transposition, stylistic interpretation and repertoire development. Junior recital, 315 level.

Continuation of previous studies with emphasis on embouchure building, range and muting studies, trilling exercises, other technical considerations; transposition, stylistic interpretation and repertoire development. Junior recital, 315 level.

Advanced technical and repertoire development. Standard solo, ensemble and orchestral literature from principal historical periods. Preparation and presentation of senior recital.

Elective and advanced technical and repertory study on principal instrument beyond senior recital requirements.

Study and review of basic left and right hand techniques, playing postures and sound production. Two octave scales, arpeggios, double-stops. Selected studies, etudes and solo pieces.

Study and review of basic left and right hand techniques, playing postures and sound production. Two octave scales, arpeggios, double-stops. Selected studies, etudes and solo pieces.

Entrance by audition. In-depth study of cello performance techniques, including all major/minor scales and arpeggios, selected technical studies, clef studies, etudes and standard repertoire. Chamber ensemble and recital performance required.

Continuation of principles studied previous year with emphasis on bowings, thumb position, scales and arpeggios in three octaves. Concentration on more challenging studies, etudes, ensemble and solo materials.

Continuation of principles studied previous year with emphasis on bowings, thumb position, scales and arpeggios in three octaves. Concentration on more challenging studies, etudes, ensemble and solo materials.

This ensemble is the university's premier instrumental ensemble. Repertoire for the ensemble is chosen from the entire spectrum of wind ensemble and concert band literature and includes everything from new commissions to traditional literature to music of other cultures. The ensemble keeps an active rehearsal and travel schedule both regionally and nationally. Membership is by audition.

For students other than voice majors. Emphasis on the essentials and elements of artistic singing and reading skills. Songs in English and Italian.

For students other than voice majors. Emphasis on the essentials and elements of artistic singing and reading skills. Songs in English and Italian.

Continuation of voice 115. Development of sufficient vocal skills to assure effective use of the voice in demonstrations. Experience in solo vocal performance. Songs in English and Italian.

Continuation of voice 115. Development of sufficient vocal skills to assure effective use of the voice in demonstrations. Experience in solo vocal performance. Songs in English and Italian.

More advanced elective course with emphasis on development of increased technical and technical skills. Repertoire requirements: Two American art songs or sacred songs and one Italian art song. At least two songs are to be memorized.

Elective courses for continued development of musicianship with the emphasis on stylistic interpretation through the use of vocal literature and technical studies. Songs in English, Italian, Spanish or French.

Continuation of vocal technique and interpretive skills. More advanced repertoire. Repertoire Requirements: Four songs. Two American art songs or sacred songs, one operatic aria and one oratorio or cantata aria. At least three songs are to be memorized.

Techniques of organizing and developing instrumental groups; musical content, pedagogical practices, procedures, methods and materials for developing bands, orchestras, ensembles and solo performances.

Private instruction on developing fundamental techniques of violin playing. Scales, arpeggios, sight-reading, technical studies, solo and ensemble literature.

Private instruction on developing fundamental techniques of violin playing. Scales, arpeggios, sight-reading, technical studies, solo and ensemble literature.

Entrance by audition. In-depth study of Violin - Viola performance techniques, including all major/minor scales and arpeggios, selected technical studies, etudes and standard repertoire. Chamber ensemble and recital performance required.

Application of technique to performance. Elements of position, tone production, bow management, finger placement covering entire and tonal range in all positions. Standard orchestral bowings, technical studies, solo and ensemble literature.

Application of technique to performance. Elements of position, tone production, bow management, finger placement covering entire and tonal range in all positions. Standard orchestral bowings, technical studies, solo and ensemble literature.

Continuation of technical studies, expansion of repertoire and development of performance skills. Junior recital at 315 level.

Continuation of technical studies, expansion of repertoire and development of performance skills. Junior recital at 315 level.

Advanced technical study, continued development of repertoire, stylistic interpretation and performance skills. Preparation and presentation of senior recital.

Snare drum and timpani technique. Basic elements of musicianship applied to tone production, rhythm, dynamics, sight-reading, tuning, pedaling, intonation, sticking, rudiments and control. Standard technical studies and solos.

Snare drum and timpani technique. Basic elements of musicianship applied to tone production, rhythm, dynamics, sight-reading, tuning, pedaling, intonation, sticking, rudiments and control. Standard technical studies and solos.

Entrance by Audition. Snare drum, xylophone, and timpani techniques. In-depth study of percussion performance techniques, including all major/minor scales, tone production, rhythm, dynamics, sight-reading, tuning, pedaling, intonation, sticking, rudiments, arpeggios, and thirds, selected technical studies, etudes and standard repertoire. Recital performance required.

Continuation of MUS 124. Recital performance required.

Continuation of snare drum, timpani and basic musicianship studies. Study of xylophone, marimba, bass drum, cymbals, traps and other mallet instruments. Selected technical solo and ensemble literature.

Continuation of snare drum, timpani and basic musicianship studies. Study of xylophone, marimba, bass drum, cymbals, traps and other mallet instruments. Selected technical solo and ensemble literature.

Study of xylophone, marimba, bass drum, cymbals, traps and other mallet instruments. Continued in-depth study of percussion performance techniques, including all major/minor scales, diminished 7th and dominant 7th chords, technical studies, etudes and the standard repertoire. Recital performance required.

Continuation of MUS 224. Recital performance required. Sophomore Proficiency required.

Continuation and expansion of prior technical studies, solos and ensemble literature to include more advanced studies, multi-percussion techniques and new notational system. Junior recital, 315 level.

Continuation and expansion of prior technical studies, solos and ensemble literature to include more advanced studies, multi-percussion techniques and new notational system. Junior recital, 315 level.

Continuation of prior percussion instruments studied with the addition of multi-percussion techniques and new notational system. Advanced in-depth study of percussion performance techniques, technical studies, etudes and the standard repertoire. Detailed study of representative works of all historical periods. Recital performance required.

Continuation of MUSP 324. Junior Recital performance required.

Continued development of technique and musicianship with application to expanded repertoire, stylistic interpretation, preparation and presentation of senior recital.

Advanced study in 20th century percussion literature and percussion techniques, various forms and idioms. Recital performance required.

Continued advanced study in 20th century percussion literature and percussion techniques, various forms and idioms. Preparation of selected repertory for the Senior Recital. Senior Recital performance required.

Techniques of organizing and developing choral groups in schools; study and evaluation of choral methods, content and literature.

Study of tone production, breath support, embouchure development, one octave major and minor scales and arpeggios and elements of basic musicianship. Selected technical studies and solo material.

Study of tone production, breath support, embouchure development, one octave major and minor scales and arpeggios and elements of basic musicianship. Selected technical studies and solo material.

Entrance by audition. In-depth study of trombone performance techniques, including all major/minor scales and arpeggios, selected technical studies, clef studies, etudes and standard repertoire. Chamber ensemble and recital performance required.

Entrance by audition. In-depth study of trombone performance techniques, including all major/minor scales and arpeggios, selected technical studies, clef studies, etudes and standard repertoire. Chamber ensemble and recital performance required.

Concentration on basic musicianship, technical studies, stylistic interpretation. Lip flexibility studies within one and a half octaves, increased tone, velocity and dynamic range. Selected technical, solo and ensemble literature.

Concentration on basic musicianship, technical studies, stylistic interpretation. Lip flexibility studies within one and a half octaves, increased tone, velocity and dynamic range. Selected technical, solo and ensemble literature.

Continued in-depth study of trombone performance techniques, including all major/minor scales, diminished 7th and dominant 7th chords, advanced clef studies, multiple tonguing, technical studies, etudes and standard repertoire. Chamber ensemble and recital performance required. Sophomore Proficiency required.

Continued in-depth study of trombone performance techniques, including all major/minor scales, diminished 7th and dominant 7th chords, advanced clef studies, multiple tonguing, technical studies, etudes and standard repertoire. Chamber ensemble and recital performance required. Sophomore Proficiency required.

Continuation of previous studies; emphasis on stylistic interpretation, rhythmic fluency, advanced lip and wrist flexibility exercises, phrasing and articulation, clef studies and repertoire development. Junior recital, 315 level.

Continuation of previous studies; emphasis on stylistic interpretation, rhythmic fluency, advanced lip and wrist flexibility exercises, phrasing and articulation, clef studies and repertoire development. Junior recital, 315 level.

Advanced in-depth study of trombone performance techniques, technical studies, etudes and standard repertoire. Detailed study of representative works from all historical periods. MUSR 325 Junior Recital performance required.

Advanced in-depth study of trombone performance techniques, technical studies, etudes and standard repertoire. Detailed study of representative works from all historical periods. MUSR 325 Junior Recital performance required.

Advanced technical study and extended repertoire development. Intensive study of trombone solo, ensemble, and technical materials. Preparation and presentation of senior recital.

Advanced study in contemporary trombone literature and trombone techniques, including; alto trombone, improvisation, and computer assisted performance. Chamber ensemble and recital performance required.

Advanced study in contemporary trombone literature and trombone techniques, including; alto trombone, improvisation, and computer assisted performance. Preparation of selected repertory for the Senior Recital. MUS 425 Senior Recital performance required.

Study and review of basic left and right hand techniques, playing postures and tone production. Scales and arpeggios in two octaves. Selected studies, etudes and short solo pieces.

Study and review of basic left and right hand techniques, playing postures and tone production. Scales and arpeggios in two octaves. Selected studies, etudes and short solo pieces.

Continuation of principles studied previous year, emphasis on bowings and thumb position. Scales and arpeggios in three octaves; more progressive etudes, studies, and selected short solo materials.

Continuation of principles studied previous year, emphasis on bowings and thumb position. Scales and arpeggios in three octaves; more progressive etudes, studies, and selected short solo materials.

Continuation of principles and materials studied previous year. Advanced etudes, problematic exercises, passages from standard orchestral studies, selected solo works. Junior recital at 315 level.

Continuation of principles and materials studied previous year. Advanced etudes, problematic exercises, passages from standard orchestral studies, selected solo works. Junior recital at 315 level.

Advanced technical study, continued development of repertoire, stylistic interpretation and application of musical concepts to performance skills. Preparation and presentation of senior recital.

Advanced study in contemporary string bass literature and string bass techniques. Preparation of selected repertory for the Senior Recital. MUS 425 Senior Recital performance required.

Methods pertinent to development of good tone production, proper breath usage, embouchure formation, articulation and musical interpretation in correlation with basic elements of musicianship. Selected technical and solo materials.

Methods pertinent to development of good tone production, proper breath usage, embouchure formation, articulation and musical interpretation in correlation with basic elements of musicianship. Selected technical and solo materials.

Entrance by Audition. In-depth study of trumpet performance techniques, including all major/minor scales, arpeggios, and thirds, selected technical studies, etudes and standard repertoire. Recital performance required.

Continuation of MUST 124. Recital performance required.

Continuation of the study of basic musicianship, embouchure development, intervals, scales and study of arpeggios. Articulations, transposition and selected technical studies. Standard orchestral, solo and ensemble literature.

Continuation of the study of basic musicianship, embouchure development, intervals, scales and study of arpeggios. Articulations, transposition and selected technical studies. Standard orchestral, solo and ensemble literature.

Continued in-depth study of trumpet performance techniques, including all major/minor scales, diminished 7th and dominant 7th chords, transposition, multiple tonguing, technical studies, etudes and the standard repertoire. Recital performance required

Continuation of MUST 224. Recital performance required. Sophomore Proficiency required.

Continuation of previous studies. More intensive study of stylistic interpretation, technique, transposition, and standard solo, ensemble and orchestral literature for trumpet from principal historical periods. Junior recital, 315 level.

Continuation of previous studies. More intensive study of stylistic interpretation, technique, transposition, and standard solo, ensemble and orchestral literature for trumpet from principal historical periods. Junior recital, 315 level.

Advanced in-depth study of trumpet performance techniques, technical studies, etudes and the standard repertoire. Detailed study of representative works of all historical periods. Recital performance required.

Continuation of MUST 324. Junior Recital performance required.

Advanced technical study and repertory development. Representative literature from principal historical periods. Preparation and presentation of senior recital.

Elective and advanced study on principal performing instrument beyond requirements or senior recital.

Advanced study in 20th century trumpet literature and trumpet techniques, trumpet in C, various forms and idioms. Recital performance required

Continued advanced study in 20th century trumpet literature and trumpet techniques, trumpet in C, piccolo trumpet, various forms and idioms. Preparation of selected repertory for the Senior Recital. Senior Recital performance required.

Fundamentals of good tone production, embouchure development, playing position, breath support and articulation. One octave major scales and arpeggios. Basic elements of musicianship and technical exercises. Selected studies and solos.

Fundamentals of good tone production, embouchure development, playing position, breath support and articulation. One octave major scales and arpeggios. Basic elements of musicianship and technical exercises. Selected studies and solos.

Entrance by Audition. In-depth study of tuba performance techniques, including all major/minor scales, arpeggios, and thirds, selected technical studies, etudes and standard repertoire. Recital performance required.

Continuation of basic musicianship, technical development, and solo studies. Lip flexibility, articulation and rhythmic studies. Major, minor and chromatic scales, arpeggios, sight-reading, transposition, selected solo and technical material.

Continuation of basic musicianship, technical development, and solo studies. Lip flexibility, articulation and rhythmic studies. Major, minor and chromatic scales, arpeggios, sight-reading, transposition, selected solo and technical material.

Advanced technical study, repertoire development. Velocity and extended range studies; two octave major, minor, chromatic scales, stylistic interpretation; orchestral solo passages, solo and ensemble materials. Junior recital, 315 level.

Advanced technical study, repertoire development. Velocity and extended range studies; two octave major, minor, chromatic scales, stylistic interpretation; orchestral solo passages, solo and ensemble materials. Junior recital, 315 level.

Advanced technical study, stylistic interpretation and repertoire development. Intensive study of representative literature for the tuba. Preparation and presentation of senior recital.

Advanced study in 20th century tuba literature and tuba techniques, various forms and idioms. Recital performance required. Prerequisite MUSU 325.

Continued advanced study in 20th century tuba literature and tuba techniques, various forms and idioms. Preparation of selected repertory for the Senior Recital. Senior Recital performance required

Vocalization for development of tone quality, diction, range, breathing and correct singing posture. Individualized basic musicianship and technical studies. Repertoire Requirements; Eight songs. Four songs per semester. Four Italian and Four English songs from the 17th and 18th centuries. At least three songs are to be memorized per semester.

Vocalization for development of tone quality, diction, range, breathing and correct singing posture. Individualized basic musicianship and technical studies. Repertoire Requirements; Eight songs. Four songs per semester. Four Italian and Four English songs from the 17th and 18th centuries. At least three songs are to be memorized per semester.

Offers talented singers the opportunity to perform a variety of opera and operetta music. Students will have the opportunity to perform in staged opera scenes. Proper vocal technique, musical styles and acting are the focal points that will provide young singers with the essential musical, artistic and vocal skills needed to begin a career in opera.

Offers talented singers the opportunity to perform a variety of opera and operetta music. Students will have the opportunity to perform in staged opera scenes. Proper vocal technique, musical styles and acting are the focal points that will provide young singers with the essential musical, artistic and vocal skills needed to begin a career in opera.

Vocalization for development of tone quality, diction, range, breath management, and poetic interpretation and correct singing posture. Individualized technical studies. Repertoire requirement; Five songs per semester; Four English and Four Italian songs of the 17th and 18th centuries and Two Twentieth Century American art songs. At least Four memorized per semester.

Vocalization for development of tone quality, diction, range, breath management, and poetic interpretation and correct singing posture. Individualized technical studies. Repertoire requirement; Five songs per semester; Four English and Four Italian songs of the 17th and 18th centuries and Two Twentieth Century American art songs. At least Four memorized per semester.

A continuation of basic musicianship and technical studies. Repertoire requirements. Five songs per semester; two selected from the Oratorio repertoire, Two French chanson, Two German lieder, Two American art songs or sacred songs, Two Operatic arias. At least four are to be memorized per semester.

A continuation of basic musicianship and technical studies. Repertoire requirements. Five songs per semester; two selected from the Oratorio repertoire, Two French chanson, Two German lieder, Two American art songs or sacred songs, Two Operatic arias. At least four are to be memorized per semester.

Continuation of basic musicianship and technical studies. Interpretation and Character analysis. Repertoire Requirements; Six songs per semester, Three French songs, Three German songs and Three Twentieth Century American art songs. Two Oratorio arias and one Operatic aria. At least Five memorized per semester. Satisfactory on the Sophomore Proficiency is required.

Continuation of basic musicianship and technical studies. Interpretation and Character analysis. Repertoire Requirements; Six songs per semester, Three French songs, Three German songs and Three Twentieth Century American art songs. Two Oratorio arias and one Operatic aria. At least Five memorized per semester. Satisfactory on the Sophomore Proficiency is required.

Continuation of technical studies with more emphasis on musical style, interpretation and performance practice. Repertoire requirements: Twelve new songs. Six new songs each semester. Three American art songs, Three German lieder, Three French chanson, Two oratorio or cantata arias, and one operatic aria. At least five are to be memorized per semester. Junior Recital at the 315 level.

Continuation of technical studies with more emphasis on musical style, interpretation and performance practice. Repertoire requirements: Twelve new songs. Six new songs each semester. Three American art songs, Three German lieder, Three French chanson, Two oratorio or cantata arias, and one operatic aria. At least five are to be memorized per semester. Junior Recital at the 315 level.

Continuation of vocal technique with more emphasis on musical style and interpretation. Repertoire requirement; Eight Songs per semester; Four French songs, Four German songs, Four American art songs, Two Oratorio or Cantata arias and Two Operatic arias. At least Six memorized per semester. Preparation for junior recital. Junior Recital required at level 325.

Continuation of vocal technique with more emphasis on musical style and interpretation. Repertoire requirement; Eight Songs per semester; Four French songs, Four German songs, Four American art songs, Two Oratorio or Cantata arias and Two Operatic arias. At least Six memorized per semester. Preparation for junior recital. Junior Recital required at level 325.

Advanced vocal technique and literature. Greater emphasis on performance practice and communicative skills. Repertoire requirements: Twelve new songs. Six new songs per semester. One song cycle or chamber work. Three French chanson, Three German lieder, Three American art songs or sacred songs. At least five songs are to be memorized per semester. Preparation and presentation of senior recital.

Advanced vocal study beyond the preparation of senior recital. Elective.

Greater emphasis on musical style, interpretation and performance practice. Repertoire Requirements; Eight songs per semester; (Must include one complete song cycle) Two Oratorio or Cantata Arias, Two Operatic arias, Three American art songs, Three French songs, Three German songs. At least Six memorized per semester. Preparation for senior recital. Senior recital performance required at level 428.

Greater emphasis on musical style, interpretation and performance practice. Repertoire Requirements; Eight songs per semester; (Must include one complete song cycle) Two Oratorio or Cantata Arias, Two Operatic arias, Three American art songs, Three French songs, Three German songs. At least Six memorized per semester. Preparation for senior recital. Senior recital performance required at level 428.

An advanced survey of literature for solo voice(s) from the English Lutenists to literature of the 21st century. A study of interpretation both practical and within historical context and program building are included, along with a review of song study techniques.

Study of correct tone production, embouchure development, breath support and elements of basic musicianship. Major, minor and chromatic scales and arpeggios, articulations, technical studies and selected solo materials.

Study of correct tone production, embouchure development, breath support and elements of basic musicianship. Major, minor and chromatic scales and arpeggios, articulations, technical studies and selected solo materials.

Continuation of basic musicianship, techniques and repertoire development. Scales, arpeggios, intervals, tonguing studies, sight-reading, transposition studies. Representative solo, ensemble and orchestral literature. Junior recital, 315 level.

Continuation of basic musicianship, techniques and repertoire development. Scales, arpeggios, intervals, tonguing studies, sight-reading, transposition studies. Representative solo, ensemble and orchestral literature. Junior recital, 315 level.

Advanced technical study, stylistic interpretation and repertory development. More advanced scale, arpeggios, articulatory, sight-reading and transposition studies. Representative solo, ensemble and orchestral literature. Junior recital, 315 level.

Advanced technical study, stylistic interpretation and repertory development. More advanced scale, arpeggios, articulatory, sight-reading and transposition studies. Representative solo, ensemble and orchestral literature. Junior recital, 315 level.

Advanced technical study. Intensive study of saxophone literature, original and transcribed, with emphasis on the stylistic interpretation of standard solo, ensemble and orchestral materials. Preparation and presentation of senior recital.

Development of basic skills in music reading and aural perception. Laboratory experience required.

Development of basic skills in music reading and aural perception. Laboratory experience required.

More advanced studies in the development of music reading and aural perception skills. Laboratory experience required.

Fundamental techniques of arranging and transcribing music for varied instrumental ensembles.

Study of basic musicianship including sales and arpeggios in major and minor keys, embouchure development, tone production articulation, making and adjusting reeds. Selected technical and solo materials.

Study of basic musicianship including sales and arpeggios in major and minor keys, embouchure development, tone production articulation, making and adjusting reeds. Selected technical and solo materials.

Continuation of basic musicianship principles and technical studies. Application of technique to performance skills, scales; intervals, arpeggios, articulations, technical studies, solo ensemble materials.

Continuation of basic musicianship principles and technical studies. Application of technique to performance skills, scales; intervals, arpeggios, articulations, technical studies, solo ensemble materials.

Continuation of technical studies, extension of repertoire and development of stylistic interpretation. Selected solo, ensemble and orchestral literature from standard repertoire of principal periods. Junior recital at 315 level.

Continuation of technical studies, extension of repertoire and development of stylistic interpretation. Selected solo, ensemble and orchestral literature from standard repertoire of principal periods. Junior recital at 315 level.

Advanced technical study and development of performance skills with on stylistic interpretation of balanced repertoire from the principal historical periods. Preparation and presentation of senior recital.

Continued advanced study in 20th century oboe literature and oboe techniques, various forms and idioms. Preparation of selected repertory for the Senior Recital. Senior Recital performance required

This ensemble is the university's premier instrumental ensemble. Repertoire for the ensemble is chosen from the entire spectrum of wind ensemble and concert band literature and includes everything from new commissions to traditional literature to music of other cultures. The ensemble keeps an active rehearsal and travel schedule both regionally and nationally. Membership is by audition.

This ensemble is the university's premier instrumental ensemble. Repertoire for the ensemble is chosen from the entire spectrum of wind ensemble and concert band literature and includes everything from new commissions to traditional literature to music of other cultures. The ensemble keeps an active rehearsal and travel schedule both regionally and nationally. Membership is by audition.

This ensemble is the university's premier instrumental ensemble. Repertoire for the ensemble is chosen from the entire spectrum of wind ensemble and concert band literature and includes everything from new commissions to traditional literature to music of other cultures. The ensemble keeps an active rehearsal and travel schedule both regionally and nationally. Membership is by audition.

This ensemble is the university's premier instrumental ensemble. Repertoire for the ensemble is chosen from the entire spectrum of wind ensemble and concert band literature and includes everything from new commissions to traditional literature to music of other cultures. The ensemble keeps an active rehearsal and travel schedule both regionally and nationally. Membership is by audition.

This ensemble is the university's premier instrumental ensemble. Repertoire for the ensemble is chosen from the entire spectrum of wind ensemble and concert band literature and includes everything from new commissions to traditional literature to music of other cultures. The ensemble keeps an active rehearsal and travel schedule both regionally and nationally. Membership is by audition.

This ensemble is the university's premier instrumental ensemble. Repertoire for the ensemble is chosen from the entire spectrum of wind ensemble and concert band literature and includes everything from new commissions to traditional literature to music of other cultures. The ensemble keeps an active rehearsal and travel schedule both regionally and nationally. Membership is by audition.

This ensemble is the university's premier instrumental ensemble. Repertoire for the ensemble is chosen from the entire spectrum of wind ensemble and concert band literature and includes everything from new commissions to traditional literature to music of other cultures. The ensemble keeps an active rehearsal and travel schedule both regionally and nationally. Membership is by audition.

This ensemble is the university's premier instrumental ensemble. Repertoire for the ensemble is chosen from the entire spectrum of wind ensemble and concert band literature and includes everything from new commissions to traditional literature to music of other cultures. The ensemble keeps an active rehearsal and travel schedule both regionally and nationally. Membership is by audition.