| MUL 192-193A, MUL 292-293A |
PIANO ENSEMBLE (2-4E) 1 credit
FORMERLY: MUE 132C, 232C
PREREQUISITE: Audition and Permission of instructor |
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This course provides an opportunity for students to participate in a performing ensemble. Emphasis is placed on rehearsing and performing literature appropriate to the mission and goals of the group. Performances are assigned. |
| MUL 101-02 |
CLASS PIANO I, II (2E) 1 credit each
FORMERLY: MUS 120, 121, 122, 220, 221, 222 |
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These courses, to be taken in sequence, present fundamentals of keyboard technique for students with little or no previous training. Emphasis is placed on the rudiments of music, basic performance technique and general musicianship skills. Upon completion of one or a sequence of courses, students should be able to demonstrate a basic proficiency in playing and a knowledge of music fundamentals. |
MUL 111-12
MUL 211-12 |
CLASS VOICE I, II, III, IV (2E) 1 credit each
FORMERLY: MUS 124, 125, 126, 224, 225, 226 |
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These courses must be taken in sequence. Emphasis is placed on fundamentals of correct breathing, tone production, and diction for students with little or no previous voice training. Literature appropriate for class level is studied. Upon completion of one or a sequence of courses, students should be able to demonstrate a basic proficiency in singing and a knowledge of music fundamentals. A minimum grade of "C" is required to progress to next level. |
| MUL 161-63 |
CLASS FRETTED INSTRUMENTS I, II, III (2E) 1 credit each
FORMERLY: MUS 141, 142, 143, 241, 242, 243 |
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These courses must be taken in sequence. These courses include basic techniques, chords, scales, fingering, rhythm, strumming, and playing simple melodies. They are designed for students with little or no previous training. Emphasis is placed on the rudiments of music, basic performance technique and general musicianship skills. Upon completion of one or a sequence of courses, students should be able to demonstrate a basic proficiency in playing and a knowledge of music fundamentals. |
MUL 180-81
MUL 280-81 |
CHORALE (2-4E) 1-2 credits
FORMERLY: MUE 120A, 220A
PREREQUISITE: Permission of instructor |
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These courses are selected performing ensembles open to all students. Chorale is required for voice majors and minors. Emphasis is placed on rehearsing and performing literature appropriate to the mission and goals of the group. Performances are assigned. |
MUL 182-83
MUL 282-83 |
MADRIGAL SINGERS (2-4E) 1-2 credits
FORMERLY: MUE 120B, MUE 220B
PREREQUISITE: Permission of instructor and audition |
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This course provides an opportunity for students to participate in a performing ensemble. Emphasis is placed on rehearsing and performing literature appropriate to the mission and goals of the group. This course is a select a cappella performing ensemble. Enrollment is limited. Performances are assigned. |
MUL 184-85
MUL 284-85 |
CONNECTION (2-4E) 1-2 credits
FORMERLY: MUE 121, 221
PREREQUISITE: Permission of instructor and audition |
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This course provides an opportunity for students to participate in a performing ensemble. Emphasis is placed on rehearsing and performing literature appropriate to the mission and goals of the group. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively participate in performances presented by ensemble. Performances are assigned. |
MUL 192-93B
MUL 292-93B |
GUITAR ENSEMBLE (2-4E) 1-2 credits
FORMERLY: MUE 132B, 232B
PREREQUISITE: Permission of instructor |
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This course provides ensemble experience for guitar students in playing standard literature and arrangements and transcriptions for classical technique. Emphasis is placed on rehearsing and performing literature appropriate to the mission and goals of the group. Performances are assigned. This course is open to all students and is required for guitar majors. |
MUL 196-97
MUL 296-97 |
JAZZ BAND (2-4E) 1-2 credits
FORMERLY: MUE 131, 231
PREREQUISITE: Permission of instructor |
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This course provides an opportunity for students to participate in a performing ensemble. Emphasis is placed on rehearsing and performing literature appropriate to the mission and goals of the group. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively participate in performances presented by the ensemble. Performances are assigned. |
| MUP 101 102, 201, 202 |
PIANO (1E) 2 credits
PREREQUISITE: MUL 101, 102 or Permission of instructor |
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Individual study, minimum grade of "B" is required to progress to next level. Emphasis is placed on developing technique, repertoire and performance skills commensurate with the student's educational goals. Students are required to practice a minimum of five hours per week for each credit hour. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively perform assigned repertoire and technical studies in an appropriate performance evaluation setting. At the conclusion of the last semester of study, a sophomore recital is required. |
| MUP 103, 104, 203, 204 |
ORGAN (1E) 2 credits |
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Individual study, minimum grade of "B" is required to progress to next level. Emphasis is placed on developing technique, repertoire and performance skills commensurate with the student's educational goals. Students are required to practice a minimum of five hours per week for each credit hour. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively perform assigned repertoire and technical studies in an appropriate performance evaluation setting. At the conclusion of the last semester of study, a sophomore recital is required. |
| MUP 111, 112, 211, 212 |
VOICE (1E) 2 credits
PREREQUISITE: MUL 111 |
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Individual instruction to include the study of standard literature and technique. Emphasis is placed on developing technique, repertoire and performance skills commensurate with the student's educational goals. Students are required to practice a minimum of five hours per week for each credit hour. At the conclusion of the last semester, a sophomore recital is required. A minimum grade of "B" is required to progress to the next level. |
| MUP 133, 134, 233, 234 |
GUITAR (1E) 2 credits
PREREQUISITE: MUL 161, 162 |
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Individual instruction to include the study of standard literature and technique. Emphasis is placed on developing technique, repertoire and performance skills commensurate with the student's educational goals. Students are required to practice a minimum of five hours per week for each credit hour. At the conclusion of the last semester, a sophomore recital is required. Minimum grade of "B" is required to progress to the next level. |
| MUP 141, 142, 241, 242 |
FLUTE (0.5 - 1E) 1-2 credits |
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Individual instruction to include the study of standard literature and technique. Emphasis is placed on developing technique, repertoire and performance skills commensurate with the student's educational goals. Students are required to practice a minimum of five hours per week for each credit hour. At the conclusion of the last semester, a sophomore recital is required. Minimum grade of "B" is required to progress to the next level. |
| MUP 143, 144, 243, 244 |
CLARINET (0.5 - 1E) 1-2 credits |
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Individual instruction to include the study of standard literature and technique. Emphasis is placed on developing technique, repertoire and performance skills commensurate with the student's educational goals. Students are required to practice a minimum of five hours per week for each credit hour. At the conclusion of the last semester, a sophomore recital is required. A minimum grade of "B" is required to progress to the next level. |
| MUP 145, 146, 245, 246 |
CLARINET (0.5 - 1E) 1-2 credits |
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Individual instruction to include the study of standard literature and technique. Emphasis is placed on developing technique, repertoire and performance skills commensurate with the student's educational goals. Students are required to practice a minimum of five hours per week for each credit hour. At the conclusion of the last semester, a sophomore recital is required. A minimum grade of "B" is required to progress to the next level. |
| MUP 151, 152, 251, 252 |
OBOE (0.5 - 1E) 1-2 credits |
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Individual instruction to include the study of standard literature and technique. Emphasis is placed on developing technique, repertoire and performance skills commensurate with the student's educational goals. Students are required to practice a minimum of five hours per week for each credit hour. At the conclusion of the last semester, a sophomore recital is required. A minimum grade of "B" is required to progress to the next level. |
| MUP 153, 154, 253, 254 |
BASSOON (0.5 - 1E) 1-2 credits |
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Individual instruction to include the study of standard literature and technique. Emphasis is placed on developing technique, repertoire and performance skills commensurate with the student's educational goals. Students are required to practice a minimum of five hours per week for each credit hour. At the conclusion of the last semester, a sophomore recital is required. A minimum grade of "B" is required to progress to the next level. |
| MUP 161, 162, 261, 262 |
TRUMPET (0.5 - 1E) 1-2 credits |
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Individual instruction to include the study of standard literature and technique. Emphasis is placed on developing technique, repertoire and performance skills commensurate with the student's educational goals. Students are required to practice a minimum of five hours per week for each credit hour. At the conclusion of the last semester, a sophomore recital is required. A minimum grade of "B" is required to progress to the next level. |
| MUP 163, 164, 263, 264 |
FRENCH HORN (0.5 - 1E) 1-2 credits |
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Individual instruction to include the study of standard literature and technique. Emphasis is placed on developing technique, repertoire and performance skills commensurate with the student's educational goals. Students are required to practice a minimum of five hours per week for each credit hour. At the conclusion of the last semester, a sophomore recital is required. A minimum grade of "B" is required to progress to the next level. |
| MUP 171, 172, 271, 272 |
TROMBONE (0.5 - 1E) 1-2 credits |
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Individual instruction to include the study of standard literature and technique. Emphasis is placed on developing technique, repertoire and performance skills commensurate with the student's educational goals. Students are required to practice a minimum of five hours per week for each credit hour. At the conclusion of the last semester, a sophomore recital is required. A minimum grade of "B" is required to progress to the next level. |
| MUP 173, 174, 273, 274 |
EUPHONIUM (0.5 - 1E) 1-2 credits |
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Individual instruction to include the study of standard literature and technique. Emphasis is placed on developing technique, repertoire and performance skills commensurate with the student's educational goals. Students are required to practice a minimum of five hours per week for each credit hour. At the conclusion of the last semester, a sophomore recital is required. A minimum grade of "B" is required to progress to the next level. |
| MUP 175, 176, 275, 276 |
TUBA (0.5 - 1E) 1-2 credits |
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Individual instruction to include the study of standard literature and technique. Emphasis is placed on developing technique, repertoire and performance skills commensurate with the student's educational goals. Students are required to practice a minimum of five hours per week for each credit hour. At the conclusion of the last semester, a sophomore recital is required. A minimum grade of "B" is required to progress to the next level. |
| MUP 181, 182, 281, 282 |
PERCUSSION (0.5-1E) 1-2 credits |
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Individual instruction to include the study of standard literature and technique. Emphasis is placed on developing technique, repertoire and performance skills commensurate with the student's educational goals. Students are required to practice a minimum of five hours per week for each credit hour. At the conclusion of the last semester, a sophomore recital is required. A minimum grade of "B" is required to progress to the next level. |
| MUS 101 |
MUSIC APPRECIATION (3T) 3 credits |
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This course is designed for non-music majors and requires no previous musical experience. It is a survey course that incorporates several modes of instruction including lecture, guided listening, and similar experiences involving music. The course will cover a minimum of three (3) stylistic periods, provide a multi-cultural perspective, and include both vocal and instrumental genres. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a knowledge of music fundamentals, the aesthetic/stylistic characteristics of historical periods, and an aural perception of style and structure in music. This course is offered in a telecourse, self-paced and lecture format. |
| MUS 103 |
SURVEY OF POPULAR MUSIC (1-2T) 1-2 credits |
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This course provides a study of the origins, development and existing styles of popular music. Topics include ragtime, jazz, rhythm and blues, rock, country, and western, folk and world music. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a knowledge, understanding and an aural perception of the stylistic characteristics of popular music. This course is offered in a self-paced and lecture format. |
| MUS 105 |
READING/LISTENING IN MUSIC APPRECIATION 1 credit
FORMERLY: MUS 107 |
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This course is an independent study reading and listening course in which the student will become familiar with selected musical works and eras. The student will meet periodically with the instructor to discuss or assess assigned materials. |
| MUS 110 |
BASIC MUSICIANSHIP (3T) 3 credits |
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This course is designed to provide rudimentary music knowledge and skills for the student with a limited music background. Topics include a study of notation, rhythm, scales, keys, intervals, chords and basic sight singing and ear training skills. Upon completion, students should be able to read and understand musical scores and demonstrate basic sight singing and ear training skills for rhythm, melody and harmony. Required for music majors or acceptable score on placement test (75%). |
| MUS 111 |
MUSIC THEORY I (3T) 3 credits
PREREQUISITE: Minimum grade of "C" in MUS 110 or acceptable score on placement test (75%)
COREQUISITE: MUS 113 |
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This course introduces the student to the diatonic harmonic practices in the Common Practice Period. Topics include fundamental musical materials (rhythm, pitch, scales, intervals, diatonic harmonies) and an introduction to the principles of voice leading and harmonic progression. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a basic competency using diatonic harmony through analysis, writing, sight singing, dictation and keyboard skills. Open lab required. Spring; Decatur campus. |
| MUS 112 |
MUSIC THEORY II (3T) 3 credits
PREREQUISITE: Minimum grade of "C" in MUS 111
COREQUISITE: MUS 114 |
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This course completes the study of diatonic harmonic practices in the Common Practice Period and introduces simple musical forms. Topics include principles of voice leading used in three- and four- part triadic harmony and diatonic seventh chords, non-chord tones, cadences, phrases and periods. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence using diatonic harmony through analysis, writing, sight singing, dictation and keyboard skills. Open lab required. Fall; Decatur campus. |
| MUS 113 |
MUSIC THEORY LAB I (1E) 1 credit
PREREQUISITE: MUS 110 or suitable placement score or permission of instructor
COREQUISITE: MUS 111 |
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This course provides the practical application of basic musical materials through sight singing; melodic, harmonic and rhythmic dictation; and keyboard harmony. Topics include intervals, simple triads, diatonic stepwise melodies, basic rhythmic patterns in simple and compound meter and four-part triadic progressions in root position. Upon completion, students should be able to write, sing and play intervals, scales, basic rhythmic patterns, diatonic stepwise melodies, simple triads and short four-part progressions in root position. Spring; Decatur campus. |
| MUS 114 |
MUSIC THEORY LAB II (1E) 1 credit
PREREQUISITE: MUS 113
COREQUISITE: MUS 112 |
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This course continues the practical application of diatonic musical materials through sight singing; melodic, harmonic and rhythmic dictation; and keyboard harmony. Topics include intervals, scales, diatonic melodies with triadic arpeggiations, more complex rhythmic patterns in simple and compound meter and four-part diatonic progressions in all inversions. Upon completion, students should be able to write, sing and play all intervals, rhythmic patterns employing syncopations and beat divisions, diatonic melodies and four-part progressions. Fall; Decatur campus. |
| MUS 211 |
MUSIC THEORY III (3T) 3 credits
PREREQUISITE: Minimum grade of "C" in MUS 112
COREQUISITE: MUS 213 |
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This course introduces the student to the chromatic harmonic practices in the Common Practice Period. Topics include secondary functions, modulatory techniques, and binary and ternary forms. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence using chromatic harmony through analysis, writing, sight singing, dictation and keyboard skills. Open lab required. Spring; Decatur campus. |
| MUS 213 |
MUSIC THEORY LAB III (1E) 1 credit
PREREQUISITE: MUS 114
COREQUISITE: MUS 211 |
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This course provides the practical application of chromatic musical materials through sight singing; melodic, harmonic and rhythmic dictation; and keyboard harmony. Topics include melodies with simple modulations, complex rhythms in simple and compound meter, and secondary function chords. Upon completion, students should be able to write, sing and play modulating melodies, rhythmic patterns with beat subdivisions and four-part chromatic harmony. Spring; Decatur campus. |
| MUS 251 |
INTRODUCTION TO CONDUCTING (3T) 3 credits
FORMERLY: MUS 281
PREREQUISITE: MUS 110 or acceptable score on placement test (75%) |
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This course introduces the fundamentals of conducting choral and/or instrumental ensembles. Topics include a study of simple and compound meters, score reading and techniques for conducting effective rehearsals. Upon completion, students should be able to prepare and conduct a choral and/or instrumental score in a rehearsal or performance setting. |
| MUS 270 |
ORGANIZATION OF THE CHURCH MUSIC PROGRAM (2-3T) 2-3 credits |
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This course is designed to explore administrative models of a comprehensive church music program. Topics include leadership, administrative structure, music personnel, facilities, equipment, vestments, music library, budgeting, planning, vocal and instrumental ensembles and scheduling for a music program. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate how to plan, coordinate and administer a comprehensive church music program. |
| MUS 271 |
CHURCH MUSIC LITERATURE(2-3T) 2-3 credits
FORMERLY: MUS 272 |
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This course provides an historic survey of traditional church music from the 17th century to the present and introduces contemporary Christian styles. Topics include criteria for choosing appropriate music for graded church choirs at easy, medium and advanced levels of difficulty, and a survey of publishing resources and cataloging systems. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of church music literature. |
| MUS 272 |
THE CHILDREN'S CHOIR (2-3T) 2-3 credits
FORMERLY: MUS 276 |
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This course is designed to provide techniques for working with the child's voice in a choral setting. Topics include working with children's voices, rehearsal techniques, selecting literature, vestments and organizing a graded choir program. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate how to plan, coordinate and administer a graded choir program in a church. |
| MUS 290 |
INTRODUCTION TO COMMERCIAL MUSIC (2-3T) 2-3 credits |
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This course provides an introduction to the commercial music industry and the types of careers in commercial music. Topics include music publishing, recording, contracts, agents and managers, copyrights, unions, music companies and dealers. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a basic knowledge and understanding of the different components of the commercial music industry and the various career options. |
| MUS 291 |
MUSICAL ACOUSTICS (2-3T) 2-3 credits
FORMERLY: MUS 292
PREREQUISITE: Permission of instructor |
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This course is designed to acquaint the student with the nature of musical acoustics and the science of sound. Topics include terminology, symbols, the nature and transmission of sound, vibration, frequency, pitch, intervals, harmonies, resonance, consonance and dissonance. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the basic skills and concepts through the successful presentation of an individual project in musical acoustics. |
| MUS 292 |
SONG WRITING (3T) 3 credits
PREREQUISITE: As required by program |
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This course provides an introduction to song writing and marketing techniques. Topics include lyric writing, song structures, preparing a lead sheet, notation, rhythmic and melodic dictation, key signatures, basic chord structures, recording, basic copyright laws and publishing. Upon completion, students should be able to compose a song, prepare a lead sheet and demo tape, apply for a copyright and market a song. |
