Music (MUS)

The Concert Choir is an ensemble of approximately 80 male and female voices specializing in the performance of concert literature of all periods.

Contact the department for specific course information.

The Guitar Ensemble performs important literature written for the idiom.

The "Spartan Legion" Marching Band, a high-stepping marching unit usually numbering more than 150 instrumentalists and dancers.

The Jazz Ensemble, a group devoted to the serious study and performance of jazz forms.

The Concert Choir is an ensemble of approximately 80 male and female voices specializing in the performance of concert literature of all periods.

Contact the department for specific course information.

The Guitar Ensemble performs important literature written for the idiom.

The Jazz Ensemble, a group devoted to the serious study and performance of jazz forms.

A course for voice teachers, choral directors, and voice students which gives practical application of teaching techniques, technical principles, vocal methods, and terminology employed in the teaching of singing.

Private instruction in Voice for one hour per week. Required for two semesters for non-performance majors.

Private instruction in Keyboard for one hour per week. Required for two semesters for non-performance majors.

Private instruction in brasswind instrument for one hour per week. Required for two semesters for non-performance majors.

Private instruction in Woodwind instrument for one hour per week. Required for two semesters for non-performance majors.

Private instruction in Strings instrument for one hour per week. Required for two semesters for non-performance majors.

Private instruction in Percussion instrument for one hour per week. Required for two semesters for non-performance majors.

Private instruction in Voice for one hour per week. Required for two semesters for non-performance majors.

Private instruction in Keyboard for one hour per week. Required for two semesters for non-performance majors.

Private instruction in brasswind instrument for one hour per week. Required for two semesters for non-performance majors.

Private instruction in brasswind instrument for one hour per week. Required for two semesters for non-performance majors.

Private instruction in Strings for one hour per week. Required for two semesters for non-performance majors.

Private instruction in Percussion for one hour per week. Required for two semesters for non-performance majors.

Private instruction in Voice for two hours per week. Required for performance majors.

Private instruction in Piano for two hours per week. Required for performance majors.

Private instruction in brasswind for two hours per week. Required for performance majors.

Private instruction in woodwind instrument for two hours per week. Required for performance majors.

Private instruction in Strings for two hours per week. Required for performance majors.

Private instruction in Applied Percussion for two hours per week. Required for performance majors.

Private instruction in Voice for two hours per week. Required for performance majors.

Private instruction in Piano for two hours per week. Required for performance majors.

Private instruction in Brasswind for two hours per week. Required for performance majors.

Private instruction in Woodwind for two hours per week. Required for performance majors.

Private instruction in Strings for two hours per week. Required for performance majors.

Private instruction in Percussion for two hours per week. Required for performance majors.

This course deals with specific principles of piano teaching and the mechanics of the instrument. Analyzing (from the standpoint of the pupil), planning, and formulating exercises are discussed according to major problems in piano playing.

This course surveys developments in musical style during the period of 1400 through 1600, concentrating on musical forms and stylistic practices, including the music of Dufay, Ockeghem, Josquin, Gesualdo, Lassus, Palestrina, Gabrieli, and Byrd.

This course examines developments in musical style during the period of 1600 through 1750 against the backdrop of their major philosophical and cultural influences. It includes music of Bach, Handel, Vivaldi, Rameau, and Scarlatti.

This course surveys developments in musical style during the late eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries as expressed in the chief categories for the period: symphony, sonata, concerto, opera, chamber music, and sacred music.

This course covers the birth of the Romantic era from intellectual and literary origins through the expansions of the symphony orchestra and related forms. Romantic expression through keyboard and vocal forms as well as music of Brahms, Berlioz, Liszt, etc.

This course surveys the musical language and syntax from the period 1900 to the present. This course emphasizes active listening and developing a method of discourse surrounding contemporary music. Music selections will be altered year to year.

This course is designed to present systematic approaches to tonal and structural analysis. Musical scores from various periods will be analyzed and discussed. Class lectures will lead to individual analytical projects. (I. Tonal, Harmony II. Post-Tonal Harmony) (Required for two semesters of all graduate majors.)

This course is designed to present systematic approaches to tonal and structural analysis. Musical scores from various periods will be analyzed and discussed. Class lectures will lead to individual analytical projects. (I. Tonal Harmony II. Post-Tonal Harmony) (Required for two semesters of all graduate majors.)

This is a practical course in scoring for full orchestra. The study will encompass an examination of orchestral works from the Classical Period to the 20th century and the instrumentation and orchestration of works from other idioms to full orchestra.

This course will develop students' knowledge and skills in interpreting large and smaller-scale choral works. Music representing all periods will be selected, analyzed, and conducted from an informed performance practice perspective.

This course will develop students' knowledge and skills in interpreting large and smaller-scale instrumental works. Music representing all periods will be selected, analyzed, and conducted from an informed, performance practice perspective.

This is a course designed to introduce students to research methodologies, literature, and bibliographic materials relevant to graduate study in music. (Required of all graduate music students.)

This course allows group and individual participation in performance by graduate students. Emphasis on evaluation of performance practice, style, and interpretation through discussion on class performance.

This is a survey of representative works from the major historical eras, including late Renaissance, French and German Baroque, 19th Century French and German and important contemporary styles.

This course is designed to acquaint organists with skills and techniques involved in hymn and chant accompaniment, free accompaniment, anthem accompaniment, reducing piano-vocal scores for organ, and conducting from the console.

This course is designed for students to study piano literature extending from pre-Baroque keyboard repertory to the present. The study is accomplished through performance, analysis, and discussion of bibliographies and editions.

Graduate diction and vocal literature is a seminar course for graduate students whose primary instrument is voice. Students will develop a further understanding of the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) and skills to translate songs.

This is an independent study in selected areas of interest, encompassing a review of current literature and individual projects.

This course investigates methods, materials, and sequence for teaching classes in music theory. Consideration is given to the selection of texts, new approaches, contemporary techniques, technology, special problems, and the development of the course outline.

This course facilitates classroom and individual instruction in composition. Required of composition majors for two semesters.

This course facilitates classroom and individual instruction in composition. Required of composition majors for two semesters.

This course is designed to help students develop techniques in modal and tonal counterpoint. Study includes species counterpoint, canon, and fugue. Original compositions in both the Renaissance and Baroque styles are included in the course work.

This course is designed to deepen the choral conductor's understanding of choral music and its performance.

This course familiarizes prospective and professionally employed band directors with management skills and procedures necessary for an effective band (instrumental music) program.

This course is a survey of the historical and philosophical foundations of music education from ancient Greece to the present day with an emphasis on the history of public school music in the United States.

This course identifies current research issues, learning theories, curriculum development materials, media, and teaching strategies/methodologies relevant to contemporary school music.

This is a survey of the role and responsibilities of the school music supervisor/coordinator. Topics will include effective leadership, instructional improvement, developing positive staff relationships, staff evaluation, and attending to various administrative duties.

This is a terminal option for the non-thesis music education major. The design, implementation, and submission of a written case study report on an innovative instructional program are required. Students must consult with their advisor.

This is a terminal option for the non-thesis music education major. The design, implementation, and submission of a written case study report on an innovative instructional program are required. Students must consult with their advisor.

This course is designed to familiarize the student with methods of instruction through a presentation of current materials and pedagogical views. Each student is expected to participate in class ensembles rotating on the instruments in a particular family.

This course is designed to familiarize the student with methods of instruction through a presentation of current materials and pedagogical views. Each student is expected to participate in class ensembles rotating on the instruments in a particular family.

This course is designed to familiarize the student with methods of instruction through a presentation of current materials and pedagogical views. Each student is expected to participate in class ensembles rotating on the instruments in a particular family.

This course is designed to familiarize the student with methods of instruction through a presentation of current materials and pedagogical views. Each student is expected to participate in class ensembles rotating on the instruments in a particular family.

This course is prepares students for the terminal project required in MUS 690, MUS 689A, MUS 689B and MUS 689C.

An extended and scholarly research project on a significant topic for students in Music Education or Theory/Composition Concentrations.

The presentation of a public recital for students in the Performance Concentration.

The presentation of a public lecture/recital for students in the Theory/Composition Concentration.

Continuous registration is required for all degree-seeking graduate students.