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Undergraduate Catalog 2019-2020 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions

 

Music Performance and Pedagogy
  

  • MUPP 270 Opera Studio



    The purpose of this course is to develop the expressive potential of the singer and to introduce students to the profession of opera and its demands on the artist. Through in-class performances, acting exercises, group activities and a culminating public performance project, students will be challenged to attain a higher level of expressivity in performance and also a clearer understanding of the career paths open to students pursuing the BM Performance (Voice) degree. Credit(s): 1
  

  • MUPP 300 Performance Seminar: Voice



    This course will present students with performance opportunities, lectures, master classes and other topics that support curricular offerings. This is a required course of all BM in Performance (Voice) majors during every semester of major study and is open electively to singers working toward the Performance Certificate in Voice. Enrollment is limited to BM in Performance (Voice) majors. Credit(s): 0.5
  

  • MUPP 301 Performance Seminar: Instrumental



    This course is an in-depth study of those issues relevant to a career as an instrumental performing artist. BM Performance (Instrumental) majors meet once weekly under the guidance of the Shenandoah Conservatory faculty as well as invited guest speakers to study and discuss topics relevant to a career as an instrumental performance major. Topics will vary from semester to semester. Enrollment is limited to BM in Performance (Instrumental) majors Credit(s): 0.5

    Corequisite(s): major applied lesson
  

  • MUPP 302 Performance Seminar: Keyboard



    This course is a weekly forum that explores issues related to repertoire selection, preparation and performance for both student and professional artists. Attendance at premiere concerts both on and off campus is required. Enrollment is limited to BM in Performance (Piano) and BM in Performance (Organ) majors. Credit(s): 0.5
  

  • MUPP 303 Jazz Pedagogy



    This course is an introduction to the fundamentals of jazz and jazz teaching, focusing on ensemble conducting, program development, improvisation, jazz style and basic jazz history. Credit(s): 1
  

  • MUPP 304 The Musical Child



    This course includes the study of chanting, singing, moving and playing in ensemble using voice, body percussion, pitched and unpitched percussion and recorder for elementary music classes. Instruction includes strategies that focus on composing, arranging and adapting music to meet the classroom needs and ability levels of school vocal/choral and general music students; skills in providing and directing creative experiences and improvising when necessary; and proficiency on appropriate accompanying instruments. Credit(s): 2

    Prerequisite(s): MUED 321 
  

  • MUPP 310 Concert Production Practicum II



    This course provides the opportunity for students to develop real-world skills required to present a concert in their junior or senior year of study. Each student will lead a project and manage one professional-quality event during the semester, partnering with a student in MUPP 110 for guided peer-to-peer learning. Credit(s): 0.5

    Prerequisite(s): MUPP 110 
  

  • MUPP 313 Percussion Teaching Techniques



    This course addresses fundamental playing techniques of percussion instruments. Focus includes survey of teaching techniques and materials, competency in rehearsing and conducting instrumental ensembles. Credit(s): 1
  

  • MUPP 314 String Teaching Techniques



    This course addresses fundamental playing techniques of string instruments. It includes a survey of teaching techniques and materials, competency in rehearsing and conducting instrumental ensembles. Credit(s): 2
  

  • MUPP 320 Guitar Class



    This course addresses fundamentals of guitar playing. Basic chords strummed to familiar songs, with emphasis on folk song styles in order to provide sufficient skills for classroom instruction of guitar are introduced. Nylon string guitar preferred. Credit(s): 1
  

  • MUPP 328 Songwriting Seminar



    This required course will present students with performance opportunities, lectures, masterclasses and other topics that support curricular offerings in the Songwriting Certificate. Students enroll in the course two times.   Credit(s): .5

    Prerequisite(s): Enrollment is limited to students in the Songwriting Certificate program
  

  • MUPP 331 Piano Pedagogy I



    This course is a study of materials, methods, and repertoire for the successful teaching of the beginning piano student. The course includes a segment on the use of technology in piano teaching, observations, and supervised teaching practicum of beginning piano students. Credit(s): 2
  

  • MUPP 333 Piano Pedagogy II



    This course is a study of materials, methods and repertoire for the successful teaching of the developing piano student (intermediate, advanced and college preparatory). Students will explore issues relevant to the developing pianist: performance anxiety, advanced technique and physical/psychological/sociological well-being. This course includes a segment on the use of technology in piano teaching, observations and supervised teaching practicum for these levels of students. Credit(s): 2

    Prerequisite(s): MUPP 331 
  

  • MUPP 341 Half Recital



    This course is the presentation of a half recital, including classical music and jazz performances, and may be undertaken by a Conservatory student after AP**200-level study has been completed. Students in non- Conservatory curricula may undertake a half recital after four semesters of study. The length of each half recital is not to exceed 25 minutes of music. Credit(s): 1

    Corequisite(s): Concurrent enrollment in applied study is required
  

  • MUPP 345 Fretboard Theory



    This course is the development of functional theoretical concepts on the guitar. Credit(s): 1

    Prerequisite(s): Completion of APGT 200-level study
  

  • MUPP 347 Jazz Repertoire I



    This course is an introduction to the development of the repertoire necessary for jazz musicians to work in various professional environments. Memorization of music from the jazz standard repertoire is emphasized. Credit(s): 2
  

  • MUPP 348 Jazz Repertoire II



    This course is a continuation of MUPP 347  and is devoted to developing the repertoire necessary for jazz musicians to work in various professional environments. Memorization of music from the jazz standard repertoire is emphasized. Introductions, endings and improvised background figures are also addressed. Credit(s): 2

    Prerequisite(s): MUPP 347 
  

  • MUPP 355 Introduction to Vocal Pedagogy



    This course involves the study of anatomy and physiology of the vocal mechanism as applied to singing. Areas of study will include: posture and movement, respiration, phonation, resonation and articulation as they apply to both classical and CCM vocal production. Additional areas of study include a survey of vocal pedagogues from the early 17th century up to modern day. Practical application will include student teaching. Credit(s): 2
  

  • MUPP 365 Vocal Repertoire for Pianists and Singers I



    This course is a survey of vocal literature for pianists with a focus on solo and small ensemble song repertoire from its origins through the 18th century. This course emphasizes the role of the pianist as a collaborator and accompanist, the role of poetry and language in interpreting vocal repertoire, and accompanying challenges (including transposition). Credit(s): 1

    Prerequisite(s): Completion of APPN 200-level study
  

  • MUPP 366 Vocal Repertoire for Pianists and Singers II



    This course is a survey of vocal literature for pianists with a focus on solo and small ensemble song repertoire from the 19th century to the present day. This course emphasizes the role of the pianist as a collaborator and accompanist, the role of poetry and language in interpreting vocal repertoire, and accompanying challenges (including transposition). Credit(s): 1

    Prerequisite(s): MUPP 365 
  

  • MUPP 370 Opera Theatre Ensemble



    In this course, students will prepare short complete works and/or excerpts of larger works for public performances presented both on and off campus. An audition is required. Credit(s): 2

    Prerequisite(s): MUPP 270 
  

  • MUPP 371 Chamber Opera Production



    Students enrolled in this course will prepare a chamber opera for public performance. An audition is required. Credit(s): 1
  

  • MUPP 376 Jazz Improvisation I



    This course is devoted to the development of improvisational skills for instrumental jazz musicians. Through listening, transcribing, scale and pattern practice, and readings in jazz theory and jazz performance practice, students will explore the creation of improvised melodies in a jazz setting.  Credit(s): 2

    Prerequisite(s):  MUTC 312  
  

  • MUPP 377 Jazz Improvisation II



    This course is a continuation of MUPP 376  and furthers the development of improvisational skills for instrumentalists. Through listening, transcribing, scale and pattern practice, and readings in jazz theory and jazz performance practice, students will explore the creation of improvised melodies in a jazz setting. Credit(s): 2

    Prerequisite(s): MUPP 376 
  

  • MUPP 400 The Performer in the 21st Century



    This course is designed to introduce music students to a professional field that increasingly requires entrepreneurship and where a portfolio career is increasingly the dominant professional model. Career management strategies and the wide variety of performance opportunities available to the contemporary musician will be addressed. Credit(s): 1
  

  • MUPP 405 Organ Pedagogy



    This course serves as an introduction to the methods of private instruction, analysis of teaching, problems and investigation of graded literature. Credit(s): 2
  

  • MUPP 406 Guitar Pedagogy I



    This class is designed for students to explore and discuss the important classical guitar methods of the 19th, 20th and 21st centuries, as well as monographs and articles on pedagogical topics in significant guitar journals. Credit(s): 2

    Prerequisite(s): APGT 202 or APGT 203
  

  • MUPP 407 Guitar Pedagogy II



    This class is designed for students to apply pedagogical principles from MUPP 406  as they are used to develop student performance skills in a sequential and progressive way in the studio. Credit(s): 2

    Prerequisite(s): APGT 202 or APGT 203 and MUPP 406 
  

  • MUPP 440 Full Recital



    This course is a presentation of a full recital, including solo classical, accompanying and/or jazz performances, and may be undertaken at any time after AP** 300-level is begun by Conservatory students. Non-Conservatory students may undertake a full recital after six semesters of study. Credit(s): 2

    Corequisite(s): Concurrent enrollment in applied study is required
  

  • MUPP 495 Special Topics



    This course is an investigation of a specialized topic within music performance and pedagogy. Credit(s): 1, 2 or 3 credits, dependent upon topic.

    Prerequisite(s): will vary with topic
  

  • MUPP 498 Internship



    This course is an internship or practical training in an area of performance or future employment conducted under the supervision of a member of the faculty. Credit(s): 1
  

  • MUPP 499 Individual Directed Research



    This course allows for guided individualized study of projects in music performance and pedagogy, which may be used to fulfill music electives only. Projects must be approved by the associate dean for faculty and academic affairs and the division chair and/or program coordinator prior to registration. Credit(s): 1, 2 or 3 dependent upon topic.

Music Production and Recording Technology
  

  • MUPR 101 Recording Systems: Design and Application I



    This course acquaints musicians with appropriate applications of hardware used to record musical performances. Credit(s): 2
  

  • MUPR 111 Critical Listening



    This course allows students to develop critical listening skills through analysis of musical styles and recording techniques. Credit(s): 1

    Corequisite(s): MUPR 101 
  

  • MUPR 112 Recording Systems: Design and Application II



    This course is a continuation of MUPR 101 . Learning modules include aspects and applications of recording studio techniques, including editing, session setups, mixing, console flow logic, patch bay applications and microphone placement. Two hours of studio time per week accompany the class. Credit(s): 2

    Prerequisite(s): MUPR 101 
    Corequisite(s): MUPR 122 
  

  • MUPR 115 Advanced Critical Listening



    This course is designed for students to develop advanced critical listening skills through analysis of musical styles and recording techniques. This course is a continuation of the material learned in MUPR 111  and serves as an elective. Credit(s): 1

    Prerequisite(s): MUPR 101  and MUPR 111 
  

  • MUPR 122 Recording Systems: Studio Time



    This course provides a laboratory experience to parallel the content of MUPR 112 . Small weekly group sessions provide practical experience with equipment and techniques utilized in MUPR 112 . A studio recording fee is assessed. Credit(s): 0.5

    Prerequisite(s): MUPR 101 
    Corequisite(s): MUPR 112 
  

  • MUPR 151 Pro Tools I



    This course serves as an introduction to Pro Tools Software and will culminate in a final recording project. This course has a lab component. Credit(s): 1
  

  • MUPR 202 Sound Reinforcement



    This course is a study of equipment used for musical sound reinforcement, including small, large, portable and fixed systems. Students will learn specifications of instrumentation, nature of music performed and location, setup, microphone placement and equipment selection. Credit(s): 2

    Prerequisite(s): MUPR 112 
  

  • MUPR 231 Remote Recording Practicum I



    This course provides a practical application of remote recording techniques in recitals and other concerts. Students will serve as sound technicians and will assist with remote recording sessions. Credit(s): 2

    Prerequisite(s): MUPR 101 
  

  • MUPR 232 Remote Recording Practicum II



    This course is a continuation of MUPR 231 . Students will show practical application of remote recording techniques in recitals and other concerts while working as a sound technician on remote recording sessions. The student will gain recording experience through hands-on application. Demonstration and discussion of equipment and techniques will assist in student choices of recording techniques. Simple troubleshooting will be included. Credit(s): 1

    Prerequisite(s): MUPR 112 , MUPR 151  and MUPR 231 
  

  • MUPR 252 Pro Tools II



    This course is a continuation of MUPR 151  and expands upon the basic principles taught in Pro Tools I. Students will be introduced to core concepts and skills needed to operate a Pro Tools system running large sessions. Credit(s): 2

    Prerequisite(s): MUPR 101  and MUPR 151 
  

  • MUPR 255 Sibelius



    This course is designed for students to develop core skills as well as an understanding of workflow and concepts involved in notating music using Sibelius software. Students will create scores, parts and worksheets. Credit(s): 2

    Prerequisite(s): MUTC 201 
  

  • MUPR 302 Digital and Advanced Recording



    This course is a continuation of MUPR 112 . Learning modules will include aspects and application of digital audio recording and principles of digital audio. Students will work with computer software programs such as Pro Tools and Cubase, which including editing, recording and MIDI. Two hours of studio time per week accompany this class. Enrollment is limited to students who have successfully passed Sophomore Screening. Credit(s): 2

    Prerequisite(s): MUPR 112 
    Corequisite(s): MUPR 322 
  

  • MUPR 311 Tonmeister Seminar



    This course consists of study and application of the aesthetics of Tonmeister technology by recording various student and/or faculty performing ensembles. Enrollment is limited to students who have successfully passed Sophomore Screening. Credit(s): 1
  

  • MUPR 322 Digital and Advanced Recording: Studio Time



    This course provides a laboratory experience to parallel the content of MUPR 302 . Small weekly group sessions provide practical experience with equipment and techniques utilized in MUPR 302 . A studio recording fee is assessed. Enrollment is limited to students who have successfully passed Sophomore Screening. Credit(s): 0.5

    Prerequisite(s): MUPR 112 
    Corequisite(s): MUPR 302 
  

  • MUPR 330 Sound Reinforcement Practicum



    This course provides practical application of equipment used for sound reinforcement, including small, large, portable and fixed systems. Students will learn specifications of instrumentation, nature of music performed and location, setup, microphone placement and equipment selection, as well as gain a practical application through working as a sound technician for a variety of on-campus performances in a variety of venues. Credit(s): 2

    Prerequisite(s): MUPR 202 
  

  • MUPR 341 Basic Electronics



    This course is a survey of basic electronics for the recording studio. Theoretical concepts of voltage, current, resistance, capacitance and inductance are developed. Enrollment is limited to students who have successfully passed Sophomore Screening. Credit(s): 2
  

  • MUPR 342 Studio Systems: Maintenance and Networking



    This course provides students with the opportunity to develop skills in the use of test equipment for preventative maintenance and equipment calibration, computer maintenance and networking. Trouble shooting and basic repair procedures are included. Credit(s): 2

    Prerequisite(s): MUPR 341 
  

  • MUPR 345 Technical Writing for Audio



    This course facilitates development of technical writing skills for the professional audio and music industry. Course content includes writing skills for technical operation manuals, equipment reviews and how-to operation articles. Students will complete a writing project and submit it for electronic or print publication. Enrollment is limited to students who have successfully passed Sophomore Screening. Credit(s): 2
  

  • MUPR 351 MIDI and Electronic Music



    In this course, students will learn electronic music concepts, techniques and hardware, including MIDI and MIDI software, basic digital equipment and computers. Credit(s): 2

    Prerequisite(s): MUTC 202 
  

  • MUPR 352 Electronic Music Synthesis



    This course is an introduction of electronic music concepts and synthesis, techniques and hardware, including basic digital and analog equipment and computers. Credit(s): 1

    Prerequisite(s): MUPR 351 
  

  • MUPR 355 Digital Audio Workstations



    This course is designed for students to develop core skills and an understanding of workflow for digital audio workstations. Credit(s): 2

    Prerequisite(s): MUPR 101  and MUPR 252 
  

  • MUPR 365 Pro Tools III: Game Audio



    This course allows students to develop core skills as well as an understanding of workflow and concepts involved in creating and implementing game audio using Pro Tools systems. The course content includes basic sound design techniques for both Macintosh and Windows operating systems. Credit(s): 2

    Prerequisite(s): MUPR 101  and MUPR 252 
  

  • MUPR 401 Music Production I



    This course is intended for students who expect to be in a recording studio as a musician, writer or producer. Learning modules will include a study of console mixing from multi-track to stereo or mono format, using multiband equalization, pan pots, reverberation and outboard effects such as compressors and limiters. A one-hour lab will accompany the course and provide a laboratory supplement to the work done concurrently in Music Production I. Enrollment is limited to students who have successfully passed Sophomore Screening. Credit(s): 2.5

    Prerequisite(s): MUPR 302  and MUPR 352 
    Corequisite(s): MUPR 421 
  

  • MUPR 402 Music Production II



    This course is a continuation of MUPR 401 , culminating in a final project which the student must compose, produce and record. Areas of study include console mixing from multi-track to stereo or mono format, using multi-band equalization, pan pots, reverberation and outboard effects such as compressors and limiters. A one-hour lab will accompany the course. Credit(s): 2.5

    Prerequisite(s): MUPR 401 
    Corequisite(s): MUPR 422 
  

  • MUPR 405 Surround Sound Seminar



    This course allows students to develop the technical and artistic skills to produce 5.1 surround sound effects and sonic wallpaper for use in theatrical and live sound venues. Students will determine sonic requirements for a production, create original sound effects recording and mixing in 5.1 surround, and demonstrate surround playback technology and methods for various artistic venues. Enrollment is limited to students who have successfully passed Sophomore Screening. Credit(s): 2

    Prerequisite(s): MUPR 302 , MUPR 330  and MUPR 342 
  

  • MUPR 412 Mastering Techniques



    This course allows students to develop core skills and an understanding of workflow and the concepts involved in mastering final mixes of recordings. Students will process a collection of recordings making musical and technical choices that result in a cohesive sound product. Credit(s): 2

    Prerequisite(s): MUPR 401 
  

  • MUPR 421 Music Production I: Studio Time



    This course provides a laboratory experience to parallel the content of MUPR 401 . Small weekly group sessions provide practical experience with equipment and techniques utilized in MUPR 401 . A studio recording fee is assessed. Enrollment is limited to students who have successfully passed Sophomore Screening. Credit(s): 1

    Prerequisite(s): MUPR 302  and MUPR 352  
    Corequisite(s): MUPR 401  
  

  • MUPR 422 Music Production II: Studio Time



    This course provides a laboratory experience to parallel the content of MUPR 402 . Small weekly group sessions provide practical experience with equipment and techniques utilized in MUPR 402 . A studio recording fee is assessed. Enrollment is limited to students who have successfully passed Sophomore Screening. Credit(s): 1

    Prerequisite(s): MUPR 421 
    Corequisite(s): MUPR 402 
  

  • MUPR 431 Sound Design and Sound Reinforcement for Theatre



    This course is designed for students to develop the technical and artistic skills needed to produce and design sound for use in theatrical and live sound venues. Students will determine sonic requirements for various theatrical productions and select equipment and methods to be used. Enrollment is limited to students who have successfully passed Sophomore Screening. Credit(s): 2

    Prerequisite(s): MUPR 302 , MUPR 330  and MUPR 342  
  

  • MUPR 441 Copyright and Music Supervision



    This course is designed for students to develop an understanding of all aspects of the work of music supervision for films and television shows; the role of the music supervisor; the creative and legal procedures of hiring composers; producing music and licensing music for film and TV; and to examine the past, present and future of worldwide copyright laws. Enrollment is limited to students who have successfully passed Sophomore Screening. Credit(s): 3

    Prerequisite(s): MUPR 232 
  

  • MUPR 445 Advanced Electronics



    This course allows students to gain more experience working with electronics through audio projects. The course material will help students become familiar with various equipment and how to service and modify audio equipment. Enrollment is limited to students who have successfully passed Sophomore Screening. Credit(s): 2

    Prerequisite(s): MUPR 232  and MUPR 341 
  

  • MUPR 461 Audio for Motion Picture



    This course is an introduction for sound applied to picture. The content focuses on past and current trends of adding, mixing and editing sound for motion pictures. Enrollment is limited to students who have successfully passed Sophomore Screening. Credit(s): 2

    Prerequisite(s): MUPR 302 , MUPR 330  and MUPR 342 
  

  • MUPR 472 Music Production and Recording Technology Internship Preparation



    This course is designed to prepare students for their internship experiences. Students will research and select several potential sites for internship possibilities. Contacts will be made, evaluation of possible sites will be conducted, and resumes and portfolios will be created. Students will prepare for the opportunity to continue learning on-site in a successful professional situation. Enrollment is limited to students who have successfully passed Sophomore Screening. Credit(s): 1

    Prerequisite(s): MUPR 302 , MUPR 330  and MUPR 342 
  

  • MUPR 473 Music Production and Recording Technology Internship



    This course provides the student with the opportunity to apply expertise gained in a controlled classroom to a realistic situation. A minimum requirement of 150 hours of practical experience is required. Completion of all major and minor lesson requirements, all music literature requirements, all music theory requirements and all music production and recording technology core requirements is required. Credit(s): 2
  

  • MUPR 480 Senior Project



    The Senior Project course is the culmination of the student’s Recording and Audio Arts learning experience. Students integrate, extend and apply knowledge through the development of a large-scale project and the refinement of their professional portfolio. Under the guidance of an assigned mentor, senior majors demonstrate mastery of program material by completing an instructor-approved project related to the field of study and germane to the student’s career interests.  Credit(s): 3

    Prerequisite(s): senior standing
  

  • MUPR 495 Special Topics



    This course is an investigation of a specialized topic within the music production and recording technology industry. Credit(s): 1, 2 or 3 credits, dependent upon topic.

    Prerequisite(s): will vary with topic
  

  • MUPR 499 Individual Directed Research



    This course allows for guided individualized study of projects in music production and recording technology, which may be used to fulfill music electives only. Projects must be approved by the associate dean for faculty and academic affairs and the division chair and/or program coordinator prior to registration. Credit(s): 1, 2 or 3 credits, dependent upon topic.

Music Theory
  

  • MUTC 99 Music Fundamentals



    This is a preparatory course for MUTC 101  or MUTC 121  required of any student who does not meet the minimum threshold score on the music theory diagnostic exam. The course involves a review of music fundamentals including pitch reading in treble and bass clefs, basic rhythm and meter, key signatures, scales, intervals and triads. Students with receive a grade of “S” or “U” only. This course fulfills no curricular requirements. Credit(s): 2 pre-college level credits.
  

  • MUTC 101 Introduction to Music Theory



    This course covers key, modality, rhythm and meter; notation; all tonal interval, scale, triad and seventh chord forms, as well as an introduction to part-writing and harmonic progression in tonal music. Concepts are reinforced with student-written examples, repertoire analysis, intervallic and harmonic identification, melodic and rhythmic dictations, and sightsinging. Enrollment by placement examination only. After successful completion of MUTC 101, students must be continuously registered each fall and spring semester until the sequence of MUTC 101, MUTC 102 , MUTC 201 , and MUTC 202  is completed. Credit(s): 3
  

  • MUTC 102 Diatonic Harmony and Simple Forms



    This course continues the study of tonal music, including more advanced harmonic writing and analysis (seventh chords, secondary function and modulation), figured bass realization and part writing. Credit(s): 3

    Prerequisite(s): MUTC 101 
  

  • MUTC 107 Keyboard Harmony and Improvisation I



    This course will cover keyboard harmony techniques and skills utilizing traditional harmonic progressions. Skill development in chord voicings, chord/scale relationships that facilitate improvisation and realization of standard lead sheets are included. Credit(s): 1
  

  • MUTC 108 Keyboard Harmony and Improvisation II



    This course will cover keyboard harmony techniques and skills utilizing secondary harmonic progressions and figured bass. Ongoing skill development in chord voicings, chord/scale relationships that facilitate improvisation and realization of standard lead sheets are included. Credit(s): 1

    Prerequisite(s): MUTC 107 
  

  • MUTC 109 Ear Training I



    Ear Training I involves practical application of the content of MUTC 102  to the hearing and performance of music, including tonal and rhythmic sightsinging techniques using movable-do solfege. It also continues to develop the melodic, rhythmic and harmonic dictation skills introduced in MUTC 101  and incorporates cadences and simple four-part dictation. Credit(s): 2

    Prerequisite(s): MUTC 101 
  

  • MUTC 121 Music Theory for Musical Theatre I



    This course introduces counterpoint, tonal harmony, and phrase structure for musical theatre performers. Concepts are addressed through reading assignments, written workbook assignments and repertoire analysis. Credit(s): 2

    Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of the music theory diagnostic exam or MUTC 99 
  

  • MUTC 122 Music Theory for Musical Theatre II



    This course broaches the topics of secondary or “applied” harmonies, modulation, chromatic melodies and song forms for musical theatre performers. Concepts are addressed through reading assignments, written workbook assignments and repertoire analysis. Credit(s): 2

    Prerequisite(s): MUTC 121 
  

  • MUTC 123 Sightsinging for Musical Theatre I



    MUTC 123 applies concepts of MUTC 121  in performance and introduces diatonic and rhythmic sightsinging to musical theatre performers. Credit(s): 1

    Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of the music theory diagnostic exam or MUTC 99 
  

  • MUTC 124 Sightsinging for Musical Theatre II



    This course offers a practical application of the concepts in MUTC 122  in performance, continuing diatonic sightsinging and introducing chromatic sightsinging to musical theatre performers. Credit(s): 1

    Prerequisite(s): MUTC 123 
  

  • MUTC 201 Chromatic Harmony and Compound Forms



    MUTC 201 is the final examination of tonal music theory, including advanced harmonic writing and analysis (augmented sixth chords, Neapolitan sixth chords, other altered chords, and ninth chords), style period analysis concentrated on the Classical and Romantic periods, sonata form and contrapuntal techniques, including fugue. Credit(s): 3

    Prerequisite(s): MUTC 102  
  

  • MUTC 202 Post-Tonal Theory



    This course examines compositional materials and techniques from the late 19th Century and beyond, including the twelve-tone system, new uses of tonality and modality, the avant garde and music of the present. Credit(s): 2

    Prerequisite(s): MUTC 201 
  

  • MUTC 208 Ear Training II



    This course provides practical application of the content of MUTC 102  and MUTC 201 . Students will learn sightsinging and transcriptions of melodies that modulate, rhythmic reading and transcription involving complex rhythmic relationships such as syncopations in compound meters and hemiola, harmonic singing and transcription involving standard tonal progressions with chromatic harmonies and modulation. This course also develops the skill of identifying formal relationships in simple binary and ternary forms. Credit(s): 2

    Prerequisite(s): MUTC 102  and MUTC 109 
    Corequisite(s): MUTC 201 
  

  • MUTC 209 Ear Training III



    This course provides practical application of the content of MUTC 201  and MUTC 202 . Students will learn sightsinging and transcription of melodies that modulate, as well as melodies from the post-tonal era. Students will perform, identify and transcribe rhythms from the post-tonal era and sing and transcribe modulating harmonic progressions. This course also develops students’ abilities to perceive relationships across musical forms. Credit(s): 2

    Prerequisite(s): MUTC 201  and MUTC 208 
    Corequisite(s): MUTC 202 
  

  • MUTC 310 Music Notation



    This is a practical course in music notation that covers correct practices for instrumental, vocal and keyboard music in all combinations, editing, proofreading, layout, and extractions of parts from a score. This course also includes pencil/pen techniques (studio and publisher styles) and computer music notation and printing. Credit(s): 2
  

  • MUTC 311 Jazz Theory I



    This course is designed to equip the student with theory skills necessary to successfully improvise in the jazz idiom. It emphasizes lead sheet notation, modes and harmonic analysis, and includes an introduction to jazz style. Credit(s): 2
  

  • MUTC 312 Jazz Theory II



    This course is a continuation of Jazz Theory I. It reviews chord/scale relationships, and introduces modal interchange, voicings and voice leading, non-harmonic tone treatment, melodic elaboration, chord substitution, rhythm changes, the Coltrane matrix and extensive exploration of solo analysis. Credit(s): 2

    Prerequisite(s): MUTC 311 
  

  • MUTC 403 Analysis and Forms



    This course is a study of various structural elements of music, including rhythm, melody, harmony and texture, focusing on music from the 18th and 19th centuries. Credit(s): 3

    Prerequisite(s): MUTC 201 
  

  • MUTC 408 16th Century Counterpoint



    This course offers students the opportunity to study and apply principles of modal counterpoint in two, three and four parts, and includes text-setting. Credit(s): 2

    Prerequisite(s): MUTC 201 
  

  • MUTC 409 18th Century Counterpoint



    This course offers students the opportunity to study and apply principles of tonal counterpoint, including canons, inventions and fugues. Credit(s): 2

    Prerequisite(s): MUTC 201 
  

  • MUTC 413 Jazz Arranging and Composition



    This is a basic course in arranging techniques, focusing on the small jazz ensemble. Voicing techniques, nonharmonic tone treatment, style, instrumentation and jazz form are emphasized. Credit(s): 2

    Prerequisite(s): MUTC 202  and MUTC 311 
  

  • MUTC 414 Advanced Jazz Arranging and Composition



    This course is devoted to the study of large jazz ensemble arranging techniques. It is a continuation of the concepts explored in MUTC 413  as applied to big band writing. Credit(s): 2

    Prerequisite(s): MUTC 413 
  

  • MUTC 421 Arranging



    This course covers the fundamentals of arranging techniques and emphasizes vocal arranging. Learning is supported by practical writing assignments. Credit(s): 2

    Prerequisite(s): MUTC 201 
  

  • MUTC 422 Instrumentation



    This course covers principles and techniques for use of orchestral instruments. It includes the study of ranges, voicings, timbre and idiomatic characteristics. Learning is supported by practical scoring for each instrument group and for various combinations of all instruments. Credit(s): 2

    Prerequisite(s): MUTC 201 
  

  • MUTC 423 Orchestration



    This course builds upon the principles and techniques of orchestral instrumentation to present a thorough survey of and practicum in the craft of orchestration for large ensembles. Credit(s): 2

    Prerequisite(s): MUTC 422  
  

  • MUTC 451 Popular Song and Jingle Writing I



    This course provides a thorough analysis of the techniques of composing music in the “pop” idiom including analysis of harmonic and melodic structures, lyrics and instrumentation. Exploration of the industry and techniques for radio/television commercial jingle writing will be covered. Class assignments include several written compositions, including a “pop” song for vocal quartet, a complete song in the “top 40” idiom and a 30-second commercial spot. Credit(s): 2

    Prerequisite(s): MUTC 201 
  

  • MUTC 452 Popular Song and Jingle Writing II



    This course is a continuation of MUTC 451  with an emphasis on music for video. Credit(s): 1

    Prerequisite(s): MUTC 451 
  

  • MUTC 495 Special Topics



    This course is an investigation of a specialized topic within music theory. Credit(s): 1, 2 or 3 credits, dependent upon topic.

    Prerequisite(s): will vary with topic
  

  • MUTC 499 Individual Directed Research



    This course allows for guided individualized study of projects in music theory, which may be used to fulfill music electives only. Projects must be approved by the associate dean for faculty and academic affairs and the division chair and/or program coordinator prior to registration. Credit(s): 1, 2 or 3, dependent upon topic.

Music Therapy
  

  • MUTH 105 Introduction to Music Therapy



    In this course, students are provided an introductory orientation to music therapy in terms of its history, theoretical foundations, scope of current clinical practice and research and relationship to other health care professions. Credit(s): 3
  

  • MUTH 106 Music Therapy Musicianship



    This course serves as an introduction to music resources used in a variety of therapeutic settings, with emphasis on student-development of musicianship and leadership skills used by music therapists. Basic guitar skills will also be introduced. Credit(s): 3
 

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