2004-2005 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
    May 09, 2024  
2004-2005 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Music - Brass

  
  • MB 282 - Applied Brass


    The continuation of instrumental technique with exercises to develop range, power and flexibility.  Service music and classical repertoire to include several longer works such as a sonata.  Transposition to all keys.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MB 381 - Applied Brass


    Study of a major work (Classical or Romantic) each semester for the student’s chosen instrument.  Advanced technical studies.  Selected shorter works.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MB 382 - Applied Brass


    Study of a major work (Classical or Romantic) each semester for the student’s chosen instrument.  Advanced technical studies.  Selected shorter works.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MB 481 - Applied Brass


    Study to include a concerto from the Romantic period and shorter pieces from the 20th century. Additional work in instrumental service playing. Advanced transposition studies.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MB 482 - Applied Brass


    Study to include a concerto from the Romantic period and shorter pieces from the 20th century. Additional work in instrumental service playing. Advanced transposition studies.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MB 581 - Applied Brass


    Emphasis on repertoire building. Study is correlated with history and literature courses, and includes reading of important orchestral and operatic scores and a major 20th-century work, if available. The senior recital should represent varied historical periods and styles, and should normally include some ensemble work.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MB 582 - Applied Brass


    Emphasis on repertoire building. Study is correlated with history and literature courses, and includes reading of important orchestral and operatic scores and a major 20th-century work, if available. The senior recital should represent varied historical periods and styles, and should normally include some ensemble work.

    Credits: 2

Music - Composition

  
  • MC 282 - Applied Composition


    The composition major studies privately for seven semesters beginning in semester four. The progression of study consists of original work from simple to more complex forms, including vocal and instrumental music for the church and concert stage. The program culminates with a 60-minute senior recital during the final semester of study. A review of the B.Mus. in Composition program and course descriptions will familiarize the prospective student with the complete course of study.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MC 381 - Applied Composition


    The composition major studies privately for seven semesters beginning in semester four. The progression of study consists of original work from simple to more complex forms, including vocal and instrumental music for the church and concert stage. The program culminates with a 60-minute senior recital during the final semester of study. A review of the B.Mus. in Composition program and course descriptions will familiarize the prospective student with the complete course of study.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MC 382 - Applied Composition


    The composition major studies privately for seven semesters beginning in semester four. The progression of study consists of original work from simple to more complex forms, including vocal and instrumental music for the church and concert stage. The program culminates with a 60-minute senior recital during the final semester of study. A review of the B.Mus. in Composition program and course descriptions will familiarize the prospective student with the complete course of study.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MC 481 - Applied Composition


    The composition major studies privately for seven semesters beginning in semester four. The progression of study consists of original work from simple to more complex forms, including vocal and instrumental music for the church and concert stage. The program culminates with a 60-minute senior recital during the final semester of study. A review of the B.Mus. in Composition program and course descriptions will familiarize the prospective student with the complete course of study.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MC 482 - Applied Composition


    The composition major studies privately for seven semesters beginning in semester four. The progression of study consists of original work from simple to more complex forms, including vocal and instrumental music for the church and concert stage. The program culminates with a 60-minute senior recital during the final semester of study. A review of the B.Mus. in Composition program and course descriptions will familiarize the prospective student with the complete course of study.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MC 581 - Applied Composition


    The composition major studies privately for seven semesters beginning in semester four. The progression of study consists of original work from simple to more complex forms, including vocal and instrumental music for the church and concert stage. The program culminates with a 60-minute senior recital during the final semester of study. A review of the B.Mus. in Composition program and course descriptions will familiarize the prospective student with the complete course of study.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MC 582 - Applied Composition


    The composition major studies privately for seven semesters beginning in semester four. The progression of study consists of original work from simple to more complex forms, including vocal and instrumental music for the church and concert stage. The program culminates with a 60-minute senior recital during the final semester of study. A review of the B.Mus. in Composition program and course descriptions will familiarize the prospective student with the complete course of study.

    Credits: 2

Music - Guitar

  
  • MG 031 - Applied Guitar


    Private instruction in Applied Guitar for the non-music major, or music major studying a secondary applied area.  Instruction is tailored to the level of the student’s development. Either semster.

    Credits: 0
  
  • MG 032 - Applied Guitar


    A continuation of MG 031 for all subsequent semesters.

    Credits: 0
  
  • MG 181 - Applied Guitar


    Study of basic instrumental techniques, including breathing, posture, tone production, articulation and phrasing.  Technical studies include scales and interval studies and transposition techniques, in addition to a standard classical repertoire.  Instrumental interpretation of hymns and sacred songs is also covered.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MG 182 - Applied Guitar


    Study of basic instrumental techniques, including breathing, posture, tone production, articulation and phrasing.  Technical studies include scales and interval studies and transposition techniques, in addition to a standard classical repertoire.  Instrumental interpretation of hymns and sacred songs is also covered.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MG 281 - Applied Guitar


    The continuation of instrumental technique with exercises to develop range, power and flexibility.  Service music and classical repertoire to include several longer works such as a sonata.  Transposition to all keys.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MG 282 - Applied Guitar


    The continuation of instrumental technique with exercises to develop range, power and flexibility.  Service music and classical repertoire to include several longer works such as a sonata.  Transposition to all keys.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MG 381 - Applied Guitar


    Study of a major work (Classical or Romantic) each semester for the student’s chosen instrument. Advanced technical studies.  Selected shorter works.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MG 382 - Applied Guitar


    Study of a major work (Classical or Romantic) each semester for the student’s chosen instrument.  Advanced technical studies.  Selected shorter works.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MG 481 - Applied Guitar


    Study to include a concerto from the Romantic period and shorter pieces from the 20th century. Additional work in instrumental service playing. Advanced transposition studies.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MG 482 - Applied Guitar


    Study to include a concerto from the Romantic period and shorter pieces from the 20th century. Additional work in instrumental service playing. Advanced transposition studies.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MG 581 - Applied Guitar


    Emphasis on repertoire building. Study is correlated with history and literature courses, and includes reading of important orchestral and operatic scores and a major 20th-century work, if available. The senior recital should represent varied historical periods and styles, and should normally include some ensemble work.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MG 582 - Applied Guitar


    Emphasis on repertoire building. Study is correlated with history and literature courses, and includes reading of important orchestral and operatic scores and a major 20th-century work, if available. The senior recital should represent varied historical periods and styles, and should normally include some ensemble work.

    Credits: 2

Music - Organ

  
  • MO 031 - Applied Organ


    Private instruction in applied Organ for the non-music major, or music major studying a secondary applied area.  Instruction is tailored to the level of the student’s development. Either semster.

    Credits: 0
  
  • MO 032 - Applied Organ


    A continuation of MO 031 for all subsequent semesters. Either semester

    Credits: 0
  
  • MO 181 - Applied Organ


    Darwin Wolford, Organ Studies for the Beginner; congregational hymn accompaniments; Franck: Easy Service Music; Bach: Eight Little Preludes and Fugues; Dupre‚: 79 Chorale Preludes; Walcha: selected chorale preludes.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MO 182 - Applied Organ


    Darwin Wolford, Organ Studies for the Beginner; congregational hymn accompaniments; Franck: Easy Service Music; Bach: Eight Little Preludes and Fugues; Dupre‚: 79 Chorale Preludes; Walcha: selected chorale preludes.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MO 281 - Applied Organ


    Hymn and technical studies as needed; Bach: Little Fugue in G Minor, selected preludes and fugues; Toccata and Fugue in D Minor, Orgelbuchlein; selected works of Buxtehude, Pachelbel and Walther; Vierne: 24 Pieces in Free Style; Dupre‚: 15 Pieces; Wright: Brother James Air.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MO 282 - Applied Organ


    Hymn and technical studies as needed; Bach: Little Fugue in G Minor, selected preludes and fugues; Toccata and Fugue in D Minor, Orgelbuchlein; selected works of Buxtehude, Pachelbel and Walther; Vierne: 24 Pieces in Free Style; Dupre‚: 15 Pieces; Wright: Brother James Air.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MO 381 - Applied Organ


    Bach: Dorian Toccata, Gigue Fugue, Toccata, Adagio and Fugue in C, Schubler Chorales, selected chorale preludes; Brahms: Eleven Chorale Preludes; Mendelssohn: Sonatas; Franck: selected works; Widor: selected movements from the Organ Symphonies; Schroeder: Little Preludes and Intermezzi; techniques of service playing.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MO 382 - Applied Organ


    Bach: Dorian Toccata, Gigue Fugue, Toccata, Adagio and Fugue in C, Schubler Chorales, selected chorale preludes; Brahms: Eleven Chorale Preludes; Mendelssohn: Sonatas; Franck: selected works; Widor: selected movements from the Organ Symphonies; Schroeder: Little Preludes and Intermezzi; techniques of service playing.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MO 481 - Applied Organ


    Bach: selected preludes and fugues, larger chorale preludes; Franck: Chorales; Langlais: Te Deum, Suite Breve; Messiaen: Celestial Banquet; Reger: Benedictus; Vierne: Carillon de Westminster; techniques of service playing.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MO 482 - Applied Organ


    Bach: selected preludes and fugues, larger chorale preludes; Franck: Chorales; Langlais: Te Deum, Suite Breve; Messiaen: Celestial Banquet; Reger: Benedictus; Vierne: Carillon de Westminster; techniques of service playing.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MO 581 - Applied Organ


    Bach: selected major works-Prelude and Fugue in B Minor, D Major, Passacaglia and Fugue in C Minor, Trio Sonatas, Toccata in F Major; Early English, French and Latin composers; selected works of Buxtehude, Sweelinck, Handel, Mozart, Liszt, Reubke, Hindemith, Sowerby, Alain, Dupre‚, Messiaen and others. The senior recital should represent varied historical periods and demonstrate a variety of styles.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MO 582 - Applied Organ


    Bach: selected major works-Prelude and Fugue in B Minor, D Major, Passacaglia and Fugue in C Minor, Trio Sonatas, Toccata in F Major; Early English, French and Latin composers; selected works of Buxtehude, Sweelinck, Handel, Mozart, Liszt, Reubke, Hindemith, Sowerby, Alain, Dupre, Messiaen and others. The senior recital should represent varied historical periods and demonstrate a variety of styles.

    Credits: 2

Music - Percussion

  
  • MX 031 - Applied Percussion


    Private instruction in Applied Percussion for the non-music major, or music major studying a secondary applied area.  Instruction is tailored to the level of the student’s development. Either semster.

    Credits: 0
  
  • MX 032 - Applied Percussion


    A continuation of MX 031 for all subsequent semesters.  Either semester.

    Credits: 0
  
  • MX 181 - Applied Percussion


    Study of basic instrumental techniques, including breathing, posture, tone production, articulation and phrasing.  Technical studies include scales and interval studies and transposition techniques, in addition to a standard classical repertoire.  Instrumental interpretation of hymns and sacred songs is also covered.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MX 182 - Applied Percussion


    Study of basic instrumental techniques, including breathing, posture, tone production, articulation and phrasing.  Technical studies include scales and interval studies and transposition techniques, in addition to a standard classical repertoire.  Instrumental interpretation of hymns and sacred songs is also covered.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MX 183 - Class Percussion


    A study of the rudiments of playing percussion instruments, which includes practical study and performance on several instruments within the percussion family. Emphasis is on studying the performance capabilities and pedagogical aspects of percussion instruments. First semester.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MX 281 - Applied Percussion


    The continuation of instrumental technique with exercises to develop range, power and flexibility.  Service music and classical repertoire to include several longer works such as a sonata.  Transposition to all keys.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MX 282 - Applied Percussion


    The continuation of instrumental technique with exercises to develop range, power and flexibility.  Service music and classical repertoire to include several longer works such as a sonata.  Transposition to all keys.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MX 381 - Applied Percussion


    Study of a major work (Classical or Romantic) each semester for the student’s chosen instrument.  Advanced technical studies.  Selected shorter works.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MX 382 - Applied Percussion


    Study of a major work (Classical or Romantic) each semester for the student’s chosen instrument.  Advanced technical studies.  Selected shorter works.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MX 481 - Applied Percussion


    Study to include a concerto from the Romantic period and shorter pieces from the 20th century. Additional work in instrumental service playing. Advanced transposition studies.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MX 482 - Applied Percussion


    Study to include a concerto from the Romantic period and shorter pieces from the 20th century. Additional work in instrumental service playing. Advanced transposition studies.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MX 581 - Applied Percussion


    Emphasis on repertoire building. Study is correlated with history and literature courses, and includes reading of important orchestral and operatic scores and a major 20th-century work, if available. The senior recital should represent varied historical periods and styles, and should normally include some ensemble work.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MX 582 - Applied Percussion


    Emphasis on repertoire building. Study is correlated with history and literature courses, and includes reading of important orchestral and operatic scores and a major 20th-century work, if available. The senior recital should represent varied historical periods and styles, and should normally include some ensemble work.

    Credits: 2

Music - Piano

  
  • MP 031 - Applied Piano


    Private instruction in Applied Piano for the non-music major, or music major studying a secondary applied area.  Instruction is tailored to the level of the student’s development. Either semster.

    Credits: 0
  
  • MP 032 - Applied Piano


    A continuation of MP 031 for all subsequent semesters. Either semester.

    Credits: 0
  
  • MP 181 - Applied Piano


    Bach, Two- and Three-Part Inventions; a classical sonatina or a sonata by Haydn; compositions from Romantic and Contemporary schools; technique: major scales and minor scales in three forms, major arpeggios; Czerny, Hanon.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MP 182 - Applied Piano


    Bach, Two- and Three-Part Inventions; a classical sonatina or a sonata by Haydn; compositions from Romantic and Contemporary schools; technique: major scales and minor scales in three forms, major arpeggios; Czerny, Hanon.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MP 183 - Class Piano I


    A piano course for beginners designed to develop and prepare students for the level of playing required to pass piano proficiency examination. First semester.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MP 184 - Class Piano II


    A piano course for beginners designed to develop and prepare students for the level of playing required to pass the piano proficiency examination. Second semester.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    MP 183

    Credits: 1
  
  • MP 281 - Applied Piano


    Bach, Well-Tempered Clavier; a sonata by Haydn, Mozart or Beethoven; a large Romantic composition; technique: advanced studies in scales and arpeggios.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MP 282 - Applied Piano


    Bach, Well-Tempered Clavier; a sonata by Haydn, Mozart or Beethoven; a large Romantic composition; technique: advanced studies in scales and arpeggios.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MP 283 - Class Piano III


    A piano course for beginners designed to develop and prepare students for the level of playing required to pass the piano proficiency examination. First semester.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MP 284 - Class Piano IV


    A piano course for beginners designed to develop and prepare students for the level of playing required to pass the piano proficiency examination. Second semester.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    MP 283

    Credits: 1
  
  • MP 381 - Applied Piano


    A continuation and development of repertoire as listed in MP 281-282.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MP 382 - Applied Piano


    A continuation and development of repertoire as listed in MP 281-282.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MP 481 - Applied Piano


    Bach, English Suite, Well-Tempered Clavier, or other large compositions, such as Italian Concerto, Chromatic Fantasy and Fugue; a concerto or late Beethoven sonata; a large Chopin work; American compositions; technique: scales in double thirds and double sixths.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MP 482 - Applied Piano


    Bach, English Suite, Well-Tempered Clavier, or other large compositions, such as Italian Concerto, Chromatic Fantasy and Fugue; a concerto or late Beethoven sonata; a large Chopin work; American compositions; technique: scales in double thirds and double sixths.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MP 581 - Applied Piano


    A continued study of literature representing the larger forms. The senior recital should represent varied historical periods and demonstrate a variety of pianistic styles.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MP 582 - Applied Piano


    A continued study of literature representing the larger forms. The senior recital should represent varied historical periods and demonstrate a variety of pianistic styles.

    Credits: 2

Music - Strings

  
  • MS 031 - Applied Strings


    Private instruction in Applied Strings for the non-music major, or music major studying a secondary applied area.  Instruction is tailored to the level of the student’s development. Either semster.

    Credits: 0
  
  • MS 032 - Applied Strings


    A continuation of MS 031 for all subsequent semesters.  Either semester.

    Credits: 0
  
  • MS 181 - Applied Strings


    Study of basic instrumental techniques, including breathing, posture, tone production, articulation and phrasing.  Technical studies include scales and interval studies and transposition techniques, in addition to a standard classical repertoire.  Instrumental interpretation of hymns and sacred songs is also covered.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MS 182 - Applied Strings


    Study of basic instrumental techniques, including breathing, posture, tone production, articulation and phrasing.  Technical studies include scales and interval studies and transposition techniques, in addition to a standard classical repertoire.  Instrumental interpretation of hymns and sacred songs is also covered.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MS 183 - Class Strings


    A study of the rudiments of playing string instruments, which includes practical study and performance on several instruments within the string family. Emphasis is on studying the performance capabilities and pedagogical aspects of string instruments. Second semester.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MS 281 - Applied Strings


    The continuation of instrumental technique with exercises to develop range, power and flexibility.  Service music and classical repertoire to include several longer works such as a sonata.  Transposition to all keys.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MS 282 - Applied Strings


    The continuation of instrumental technique with exercises to develop range, power and flexibility.  Service music and classical repertoire to include several longer works such as a sonata.  Transposition to all keys.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MS 381 - Applied Strings


    Study of a major work (Classical or Romantic) each semester for the student’s chosen instrument.  Advanced technical studies.  Selected shorter works.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MS 382 - Applied Strings


    Study of a major work (Classical or Romantic) each semester for the student’s chosen instrument.  Advanced technical studies.  Selected shorter works.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MS 481 - Applied Strings


    Study to include a concerto from the Romantic period and shorter pieces from the 20th century. Additional work in instrumental service playing. Advanced transposition studies.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MS 482 - Applied Strings


    Study to include a concerto from the Romantic period and shorter pieces from the 20th century. Additional work in instrumental service playing. Advanced transposition studies.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MS 581 - Applied Strings


    Emphasis on repertoire building. Study is correlated with history and literature courses, and includes reading of important orchestral and operatic scores and a major 20th-century work, if available. The senior recital should represent varied historical periods and styles, and should normally include some ensemble work.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MS 582 - Applied Strings


    Emphasis on repertoire building. Study is correlated with history and literature courses, and includes reading of important orchestral and operatic scores and a major 20th-century work, if available. The senior recital should represent varied historical periods and styles, and should normally include some ensemble work.

    Credits: 2

Music - Voice

  
  • MV 031 - Applied Voice


    Private instruction in Applied Voice for the non-music major, or music major studying a secondary applied area.  Instruction is tailored to the level of the student’s development. Either semster.

    Credits: 0
  
  • MV 032 - Applied Voice


    A continuation of MV 031 for all subsequent semesters.  Either semester.

    Credits: 0
  
  • MV 181 - Applied Voice


    Basic voice technique suited to the student’s individual need. Proper voice placement, posture and breathing. Literature studied includes English, Italian and sacred art songs and hymns.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MV 182 - Applied Voice


    Basic voice technique suited to the student’s individual need. Proper voice placement, posture and breathing. Literature studied includes English, Italian and sacred art songs and hymns.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MV 183 - Class Voice


    A study of the fundamentals of vocal technique. Areas of study include posture, breathing, tone production, agility, diction and stage deportment. Class participation and individual performance using simple art songs in English, group songs and hymns are required. Both semesters.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MV 281 - Applied Voice


    Continuing emphasis on correct vocal technique. Literature includes Italian and German art songs with oratorio arias and recitatives. A continuation of sacred art songs and hymns.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MV 282 - Applied Voice


    Continuing emphasis on correct vocal technique. Literature includes Italian and German art songs with oratorio arias and recitatives. A continuation of sacred art songs and hymns.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MV 381 - Applied Voice


    Study toward establishing a more advanced technique. Preparation of easier operatic arias. The more difficult German lieder are studied along with contemporary sacred art songs. One complete oratorio role.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MV 382 - Applied Voice


    Study toward establishing a more advanced technique. Preparation of easier operatic arias. The more difficult German lieder are studied along with contemporary sacred art songs. One complete oratorio role.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MV 481 - Applied Voice


    A more thorough study of French song literature along with contemporary songs in English. Continuing study of sacred art songs.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MV 482 - Applied Voice


    A more thorough study of French song literature along with contemporary songs in English. Continuing study of sacred art songs.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MV 581 - Applied Voice


    A broader study of contemporary literature both sacred and secular. Students by this time should be well acquainted with all periods of song literature. The senior recital should reflect their knowledge of the style of oratorio, opera, recitative, German lieder, French literature, sacred art song and hymns.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MV 582 - Applied Voice


    A broader study of contemporary literature both sacred and secular. Students by this time should be well acquainted with all periods of song literature. The senior recital should reflect their knowledge of the style of oratorio, opera, recitative, German lieder, French literature, sacred art song and hymns.

    Credits: 2

Music - Woodwinds

  
  • MW 031 - Applied Woodwinds


    Private instruction in Applied Woodwinds for the non-music major, or music major studying a secondary applied area.  Instruction is tailored to the level of the student’s development. Either semster.

    Credits: 0
  
  • MW 032 - Applied Woodwinds


    A continuation of MW 031 for all subsequent semesters.  Either semester.

    Credits: 0
  
  • MW 181 - Applied Woodwinds


    Study of basic instrumental techniques, including breathing, posture, tone production, articulation and phrasing.  Technical studies include scales and interval studies and transposition techniques, in addition to a standard classical repertoire.  Instrumental interpretation of hymns and sacred songs is also covered.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MW 182 - Applied Woodwinds


    Study of basic instrumental techniques, including breathing, posture, tone production, articulation and phrasing.  Technical studies include scales and interval studies and transposition techniques, in addition to a standard classical repertoire.  Instrumental interpretation of hymns and sacred songs is also covered.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MW 183 - Class Woodwinds


    A study of the rudiments of playing woodwind instruments, which includes practical study and performance on several instruments within the woodwind family. Emphasis is on studying the performance capabilities and pedagogical aspects of woodwind instruments. Second semester.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MW 281 - Applied Woodwinds


    The continuation of instrumental technique with exercises to develop range, power and flexibility.  Service music and classical repertoire to include several longer works such as a sonata.  Transposition to all keys.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MW 282 - Applied Woodwinds


    The continuation of instrumental technique with exercises to develop range, power and flexibility.  Service music and classical repertoire to include several longer works such as a sonata.  Transposition to all keys.

    Credits: 2
 

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