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Music Minor
Jazz Study
Undergraduate Music Major Degrees
Course Offerings
The music program at PLU strives to provide every student at the university with a meaningful and enriching arts experience, ranging from non-major private lessons or ensemble participation to core courses to four distinctive academic majors and two academic minors. Nearly one quarter of the undergraduates at PLU participate in music annually. The program is fully accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music and its graduates go on to distinguished and satisfying careers in teaching and performing.
Facilities for exploring the musical arts are outstanding. The Mary
Baker Russell Music Center, with its exquisite Lagerquist Concert Hall,
provides state-of-the-art focus to music study at PLU. Media-rich classrooms
and labs augment studios and individual practice spaces. Private study
in keyboard is available in piano, organ, and harpsichord. Other private
study includes voice and all string, wind, and percussion instruments,
taught by regularly performing musicians. Professional-quality experience
is available to qualified performers in band, orchestra, choir, jazz,
and chamber ensembles.
Faculty: Robbins, Chair; Bell-Hanson, Bradley, Farner,
Frohnmayer, Grieshaber, Hoffman, Joyner, Lehmann, Nance, Poppe, Rønning,
Vaught Farner, Youtz; assisted by Agent, Anderson, Baldwin, Bliss, Bloomingdale,
Boughten, Box, Buchanan, Campos, Chung, Cripe, Erickson, Fukashima,
Geronymo, Grinsteiner, Habedank, Harty, Houston, B. Johnson, M. Joyner,
S. Knapp, Kopta, Larsen, McDonald, Nierman, Ott, F. Peterson, Phillips,
Rine, Seeberger, Scott, Spicciati, Sielert, Terpenning, Vancil, Winkle,
Wooster.
For introductory courses to the field of music, see the descriptions
of Music 101, 102, 103, 104, 105, 106, and 120.
Students intending to major in music should begin the major music sequences
in the first year. Failure to do so may mean an extra semester or year
to complete the program.
Following is the program for all entering first-year students who intend
to major in music:
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1 These courses are prerequisite to Theory 124. All first-year
students should register for 111 and 113. A placement test will be given
during the first class meeting, and, based on the test outcome, students
will be placed in either 124, 113 or retained in 111.
2 Half-semester courses.
3 Class size limited.
Back to topMusic Minor
General: 22 semester hours, including Music 120; one of the
following: Music 115, 116, 121, 122 or 202 (1 credit); 124, 125, 126;
4 hours of Private Instruction (Music 202-219); 4 hours of Ensemble
(Music 360-384); one of the following: Music 101-106, 234, 333, 334;
0-1 hour of music elective.
Specialized: 32 semester hours, including courses required in
the General Minor (22 hours) plus 4 additional hours of Private Instruction
(Music 401-419) and one of the Concentration Modules (6 hours) listed
under the Bachelor of Music in Performance degree (see listing next
page) or in jazz (see below).
Back to topJazz Study at PLU
Students interested in pursuing the academic study of jazz at PLU have
three options:
- Specialized Music Minor in Jazz: 32 semester hours, including courses in the general minor (22), 4 additional hours of private instruction, and 6 additional hours including 103, 224, and 427. Jazz students may fulfill the ensemble requirement in either the University Jazz Ensemble (375) or combos (381).
- Jazz study in combination with an outside, nonmusic field (Bachelor of Musical Arts degree): 62 semester hours. Jazz students may major in music under the BMA degree while combining music studies with a nonmusic academic minor or second major.
- Jazz study in combination with nonjazz (classical) performance study (Bachelor of Music degree): 80 semester hours. Jazz students may major in performance (see Bachelor of Music below) in which up to half the studio instruction and recital literature can be in jazz (see academic program contract for details).
Back to topUndergraduate Music Major Degrees
Entrance Audition: To be admitted to a music major program,
prospective students must audition for the music faculty.
Music majors should fill out a declaration of major form during their
first semester of enrollment in the program and be assigned to a music
faculty advisor.
Declaration of Major: Students interested in majoring in music
should complete an academic program contract declaring a music major
during their first semester of enrollment in the program. They will
be assigned a music faculty advisor who will assure that the student
receives help in exploring the various majors and in scheduling music
study in the most efficient and economical manner. Majors can always
be changed later.
Ensemble Requirement: Music majors are required to participate
each semester in a music ensemble.
Keyboard Proficiency: Basic keyboard skills are required in all music
majors (BM, BME, BMA, BA). Attainment of adequate keyboard skills is
a) adjudicated by the Keyboard Proficiency Jury, administered each term
and b) a graduation requirement. Students are strongly encouraged to
complete this requirement by the end of their sophomore year.
Language Requirement: Vocal performance majors are required to
take at least one year of language study in French or German (see department
handbook).
Grades and Grade Point Policy: 1) Only grades of C or higher
in music courses may be counted toward a music major. Courses in which
the student receives lower than a C must be repeated, unless substitute
course work is authorized by the department. 2) Majors must maintain
a 2.5 cumulative grade point average in academic music courses (private
lessons and ensembles excluded) to remain in the program (see department
handbook).
Music Major assessment: Students pursuing Bachelor of Music (BM),
Bachelor of Music Education (BME), Bachelor of Musical Arts (BMA) or
Bachelor of Arts in music (BA) degrees will have their progress and
potential assessed at the end of the first, sophomore, junior, and senior
years. Assessments are made by the music faculty via progress reviews,
juries, and public presentations. Outcomes are pass/fail; students who
fail an assessment will not be allowed to continue in the music program
(see department handbook).
Music Core:
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The Music core is fundamental to the pursuit of the music major and should be completed in the following sequence:
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Music Core requirements must be fulfilled by enrollment in specific courses and may not be taken by means of independent study.
Bachelor of Arts Major: Maximum of 44 semester hours including music core (26 hours), plus 4 hours of ensemble; 6 hours (two courses) from 336, 337, and/or 338; 4 hours of private instruction from 202-219; 2 hours of private instruction from 401-419; 499 (2 credits). Keyboard proficiency required. In addition to requirements listed above, candidates for the BA degree must meet College of Arts and Sciences requirement (Option I, II, or III).
Bachelor of Music Education:
Bachelor of Music Education: K-12 Choral
Bachelor of Music Education: K-12 Instrumental (Band)
Bachelor of Music Education: K-12 Instrumental (Orchestra)
Music Education Core: All BME degrees include the following music education core courses:
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School of Education Sequence: In addition to the music courses listed below, all music education majors are required to take the following courses in the School of Education:
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Music Education Curricula:
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Keyboard proficiency required.
First-year, Sophomore, Junior and Senior assessments required.
Completion of all music requirements required prior to student teaching. School of Education sequence required.
* Consecutive fall/spring semesters.
** Senior Project: Half recital.
Music Education Curricula:
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Keyboard proficiency required.
First-year, Sophomore, Junior and Senior assessments required.
Completion of all music requirements required prior to student teaching.
School of Education sequence required.
* Consecutive fall/spring semesters.
** Senior Project: half recital
Music Education Curricula:
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Keyboard proficiency required.
First-year, Sophomore, Junior and Senior assessments required.
Completion of all music requirements required prior to student teaching.
School of Education sequence required.
* Consecutive fall/spring semesters.
** Senior Project: Half recital.
Bachelor of Musical Arts:
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Keyboard proficiency required.
First-year, Sophomore, Junior and Senior assessments required.
Completion of all music requirements required prior to student teaching. School of Education sequence required.
* Consecutive fall/spring semesters.
** Senior Project: presentation in a public forum. In a cognate field outside of music, an academic minor or second major required.
Bachelor of Music in Performance:
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Keyboard proficiency required.
First-year, Sophomore, Junior and Senior assessments required.
For vocal performance: language study required (see above)
* Consecutive fall/spring semesters; continuous non-jazz study throughout the program required.
Concentrations:
Instrumental - private instruction: 205-219/499 (Senior Project: full recital) (12), 401/405-419 (10), including 499 (Senior Project: full recital); ensemble: 370, 371, 380; module: 345, 346, 358, 381 (2), music elective (1).
Organ - private instruction: 203/403/499 (Senior Project: full recital) (22); ensemble: including 381; module: 219, 345, 346, 352, 358; music elective (1).
Piano - private instruction: 202/402/499 (Senior Project: full recital) (12), 201/401/402 (10); ensemble: large (2), 351 (2), 383 (2) piano elective (2); module: 219, 358, 430, 431, 451, 452.
Voice - private instruction: 204/404/499 (Senior Project: full recital) (22); ensemble: 360-363; module: 353, 358, 366, 453.
Composition - private instruction: 327/499 (Senior Project) (16); principal instrument 202-219/401-419 (8); ensemble: large (4); module: 345, 346, music electives (4).
Back to topCourse Offerings
101 Introduction to Music - AR
Introduction to music literature with emphasis on listening, structure,
period, and style. Designed to enhance the enjoyment and understanding
of music. Not open to majors. I (4)
102 Understanding Music Through Melody - AR
Introduction to the musical arts through exploration of melody as a
primary musical impulse in a variety of musical styles. Designed to
enhance the enjoyment and understanding of all music through increased
sensitivity to melody. Not open to majors. II (4)
103 History of Jazz - AR
Survey of America's unique art form: jazz. Emphasis on history, listening,
structure, and style from early developments through recent trends.
II (4)
104 Music and Technology - AR
Survey of the impact of technology on the musical arts, from the evolution
of musical instruments and the acoustic space through the audio/video/computer
technology of today. I (4)
105 The Arts of China - AR, C
Exploration of a number of Chinese art forms, primarily music but also
including calligraphy, painting, tai chi, poetry, Beijing opera, film
and cuisine. a/y J (4)
106 Music of Scandinavia - AR, C
Survey of Scandinavian music from the Bronze Age to the present, with
primary focus on the music of Norway, Sweden, and Denmark. a/y (4)
111 Music Fundamentals I - AR
Beginning skills in reading and notating music. Rudiments of music theory:
key signatures, clefs, and major scales. Requires no previous musical
experience and partially fulfills the general university requirement
in arts; may be combined with 113 in a single semester to complete the
general university requirement in arts. I (2)
113 Music Fundamentals II - AR
A continuation of 111. Minor scales, intervals, triads and diatonic
7th chords. Partially fulfills the general university requirement in
arts; may be combined with 111 in a single semester to complete the
general university requirement in arts. Prerequisite: 111 or consent
of instructor. II (2)
115 Introduction to Keyboarding - AR
Beginning skills in keyboard performance. Requires no previous keyboard
experience. Prerequisite for Music 116; intended for music majors or
minors in preparation for keyboard requirements in the music core. Consent
of instructor required. I (1)
116 Basic Keyboarding - AR
A continuation of 115. Prerequisite: 115 or consent of instructor. II
(1)
120 Music and Culture - AR, C
Introduction to ethnomusicological considerations of a variety of music
traditions, focusing on calypso, European court music, and Chinese court
music. Requires no previous music experience. Required for music majors
and minors; prerequisite course for MUSI 124; corequisite (fall term):
111/113 or consent of department chair, (spring term): 124 or consent
of department chair. I/II (4)
121 Keyboarding I - AR
Development of keyboarding skills, including sight-reading, group performance,
and harmonization of simple melodies. Prerequisite: 116 or consent of
instructor. I (1)
122 Keyboarding II - AR
A continuation of 121. Prerequisite: 121 or consent of instructor. II
(1)
124 Theory I - AR
An introduction to the workings of music, including common-practice
harmony, jazz theory, and elementary formal analysis. Prerequisite:
113, 120, or consent of instructor. II (3)
125 Ear Training I - AR
Development of aural skills, including interval recognition, sight-singing,
rhythmic, melodic and harmonic dictation. I (1)
126 Ear Training II - AR
Continuation of 125. Prerequisite: 125 or consent of instructor. II
(1)
201 Private Instruction: Jazz - AR
Prerequisite: two semesters of non-jazz study (202-219) or permission
of the Director of Jazz Studies. (1 or 2)
202 Private Instruction: Piano - AR (1-4)
203 Private Instruction: Organ - AR (1-4)
204 Private and Class Instruction: Voice - AR (1-4)
205 Private Instruction: Violin/Viola - AR (1-4)
206 Private Instruction: Cello/Bass - AR (1-4)
207 Private Instruction: Flute - AR (1-4)
208 Private Instruction: Oboe/English Horn - AR (1-4)
209 Private Instruction: Bassoon - AR (1-4)
210 Private Instruction: Clarinet - AR (1-4)
211 Private Instruction: Saxophone - AR (1-4)
212 Private Instruction: Trumpet - AR (1-4)
213 Private Instruction: French Horn - AR (1-4)
214 Private Instruction: Trombone - AR (1-4)
215 Private Instruction: Baritone/Tuba - AR (1-4)
216 Private Instruction: Percussion - AR (1-4)
217 Private and Class Instruction: Guitar - AR (1-4)
218 Private Instruction: Harp - AR (1-4)
219 Private Instruction: Harpsichord - AR (1-4)
1 credit
Fall and Spring Semesters: One half-hour private or two one-hour
class lessons per week (12 weeks) in addition to daily practice. January:
Two 45-minute lessons per week in addition to daily practice. Summer:
6 hours of instruction to be announced in addition to daily practice.
Students in piano, voice, and guitar may be as-signed to class instruction
at the discretion of the music faculty.
2-4 credits
Fall and Spring Semesters: Two half-hour lessons per week (12
weeks) in addition to daily practice. Summer: 12 hours of instruction
to be announced in addition to daily practice.
Special fee in addition to tuition.
221 Keyboard Proficiency - AR
Development of keyboard literacy and skills requisite for majoring in
music; focused preparation for department keyboard proficiency examination.
Private lesson; special fee in addition to tuition. (1)
223 Theory II - AR
A continuation of 124. Prerequisite: 124 or consent of instructor. I
(3)
224 Jazz Theory Laboratory - AR
Introduction to jazz harmony, structure, style, and improvisation. Prerequisite:
223 or consent of instructor. II (1)
225 Ear Training III - AR
A continuation of 126. Prerequisite: 126 or consent of instructor. I
(1)
226 Ear Training IV - AR
A continuation of 225. Prerequisite: 225 or consent of instructor. II
(1)
234 History I - AR
The evolution of Western music from the early Christian era through
the Middle Ages, Renaissance, and Baroque eras. Prerequisite: 223 or
consent of instructor. II (3)
240 Foundations of Music Education
Introduction to the basics of teaching music, including philosophy,
content, student characteristics, and the nature and organization of
musical learning. For students preparing to become music specialists
(music education majors only). I (3)
241, 242 String Laboratory
Methods and materials of teaching and playing string instruments in
the public schools. a/y I II (1, 1)
243, 244 Woodwind Laboratory
Methods and materials of teaching and playing woodwind instruments in
the public schools. a/y I II (1, 1)
245, 246 Brass Laboratory
Methods and materials of teaching and playing brass instruments in the
public schools. a/y I II (1, 1)
247 Percussion Laboratory
Methods and materials of teaching and playing percussion instruments
in the public schools. a/y (1)
248 Guitar Laboratory
Methods and materials of teaching and playing guitar in the public schools.
I (1)
327 Composition - AR
A systematic approach to contemporary musical composition; students
create and notate works for solo, small and large ensembles. May be
repeated for additional credit. Private instruction; special fee in
addition to tuition. (1-4)
333 History II - AR
The evolution of Western music in the Classic and Romantic eras. Prerequisite:
234 or consent of instructor. I (3)
334 20th-Century Music - AR
The evolution of Western art music in the 20th century in response to
new theoretical constructs, new technologies, and popular and cross-cultural
influences. Prerequisite: 333 or consent of instructor. II (3)
336 Making Music - AR
Continued study, development and application of music skills through
composition, counterpoint, improvisation, conducting, and orchestration.
Prerequisite: 224, 226, or consent of instructor. a/y I (3)
337 Analyzing Music - AR
Application of theoretical knowledge toward developing analytical skills
in a variety of musical cultures, styles, and genre. Prerequisite: 224
or consent of instructor. a/y I (3)
338 Researching Music - AR
Introduction to the main research tools available for gathering information
about music. Applications in formal research, criticism, program and
liner notes, and verbal presentations explored. Prerequisite: 120, 124,
or consent of instructor. a/y I (3)
340 Fundamentals of Music Education - AR
Detailed planning of curricula for various musical skills at different
grade levels, including improvisation laboratory. Prerequisite: 240.
II (2)
341 Music for Classroom Teachers
Methods and procedures in teaching elementary school music as well as
infusing the arts in the curriculum. Offered for students preparing
for elementary classroom teaching (non-music education majors). II (2)
343 Methods and Materials for Secondary General Music
Methods and materials for teaching general music in the secondary school.
(2)
345 Conducting I - AR
Introduction to basic patterns, gestures, and conducting techniques.
I (1)
346 Conducting II - AR
Continuation of 345; observation of advanced conducting students in
laboratory ensemble. II (1)
347 Adaptive Music
Techniques and strategies to meet the needs, interests, limitations,
and capacities of students who have restrictions placed on their musical
activity. a/y (1)
348 Practicum in Music Education
Field experience teaching in elementary, middle or junior high school;
provides laboratory experience in teaching prior to full student teaching
experience. Prerequisite: 340; recommended: enroll fall semester preceding
student teaching. I (1)
349 Electronic Music Practicum - AR
Application of electronic techniques to compositional process. Assigned
studio time on a regular basis. Special fee in addition to tuition.
Prerequisite: consent of instructor. (1)
351 Accompanying - AR
Practice in accompanying representative vocal and instrumental solo
literature from all periods. Special fee in addition to tuition. (1
or 2)
352 Organ Improvisation - AR
Basic techniques of improvisation, particularly as related to hymn tunes.
Private instruction: special fee in addition to tuition. Prerequisite:
consent of instructor. (1)
353 Solo Vocal Literature - AR
Survey of solo vocal literature. a/y II (2)
354 History of Music Theatre - AR
A general survey of the evolution of "Drama per Musica" from
opera to musical comedy including in-depth study of selected scores.
a/y I (2)
358 Early Music Laboratory - AR
Exploration of solo and small ensemble literature from the Baroque period
and earlier, focusing on range of repertoire, performance practices,
and period instruments. Rehearsal and performance augmented by listening,
research, and writing. Prerequisite: 333 or consent of instructor. a/y
II (1)
360 Choir of the West - AR
A study of a wide variety of choral literature and technique through
rehearsal and performance of both sacred and secular music. Auditions
at the beginning of fall semester. (1)
361 University Chorale - AR
A study of choral literature and technique through rehearsal and performance
of both sacred and secular music. Auditions at the beginning of fall
semester. (1)
362 University Men's Chorus - AR
The study and performance of repertoire for men's voices. Emphasis on
individual vocal and musical development. (1)
363 University Singers - AR
The study and performance of repertoire for women's voices. Emphasis
on individual vocal and musical development. (1)
365 Chapel Choir - AR
Repertoire experience with appropriate literature for ongoing church
music programs of a liturgical nature. Regular performances for university
chapel worship. Participation without credit available. (1)
366 Opera Workshop - AR
Production of chamber opera and opera scenes. Participation in all facets
of production. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. (1)
368 Choral Union - AR
Rehearsal and performance of major works in the choral/orchestral repertoire.
Open to the community as well as PLU students; membership by audition.
Special fee in addition to tuition. (1)
370 Wind Ensemble - AR
Study and performance of selected wind and percussion literature using
various size ensembles. Membership by audition. (1)
371 Concert Band - AR
Study of selected band literature through rehearsal and performance.
Designed for the general university student. Prerequisite: having played
instrument through at least junior year of high school or consent of
instructor. (1)
375 University Jazz Ensemble - AR
Study of selected big band literature through rehearsal and performance.
Membership by audition. (1)
376 Jazz Laboratory Ensemble - AR
Study of the basic style of playing jazz through rehearsal and performance.
Membership by audition. (1)
378 Vocal Jazz Ensemble - AR
Study of selected vocal jazz literature through rehearsal and performance.
Membership by audition, concurrent registration in 360, 361, 362 or
363 required. (1)
380 University Symphony Orchestra - AR
Study of selected orchestral literature through rehearsal and performance.
Membership by audition. (1)
381 Chamber Ensemble - AR
Reading, rehearsal, and performance of selected instrumental chamber
music. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. (1) Section A - String;
Section B - Brass; Section C - Woodwind; Section D - Guitar
383 Piano Ensemble - AR
Techniques and practice in the performance of two-piano and piano duet
literature; includes sight reading and program planning. (1)
390 Intensive Performance Study: Ensemble Tour - AR
Intensive study and rehearsal of your repertoire; off-campus tour of
major performance venues; special fee in addition to tuition. Prerequisite:
consent of instructor. J (4)
391 Intensive Performance Study: Conservatory Experience - AR
Intensive study and practice of solo repertoire; special fee in addition
to tuition. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. J (4)
401 Private Instruction: Jazz - AR
Prerequisite: two semesters of non-jazz study (202-219) or permission
of the Director of Jazz Studies. (1-4)
402 Private Instruction: Piano - AR (1-4)
403 Private Instruction: Organ - AR (1-4)
404 Private Instruction: Voice - AR (1-4)
405 Private Instruction: Violin/Viola - AR (1-4)
406 Private Instruction: Cello/Bass - AR (1-4)
407 Private Instruction: Flute - AR (1-4)
408 Private Instruction: Oboe/English Horn - AR (1-4)
409 Private Instruction: Bassoon - AR (1-4)
410 Private Instruction: Clarinet - AR (1-4)
411 Private Instruction: Saxophone - AR (1-4)
412 Private Instruction: Trumpet - AR (1-4)
413 Private Instruction: French Horn - AR (1-4)
414 Private Instruction: Trombone - AR (1-4)
415 Private Instruction: Baritone/Tuba - AR (1-4)
416 Private Instruction: Percussion - AR (1-4)
417 Private Instruction: Guitar - AR (1-4)
418 Private Instruction: Harp - AR (1-4)
419 Private Instruction: Harpsichord - AR (1-4)
1 credit
Fall and Spring Semesters: One half-hour private lesson per week
(12 weeks) in addition to daily practice. January: Two 45-minute lessons
per week in addition to daily practice. Summer: 6 hours of instruction
to be announced in addition to daily practice.
2-4 credits
Fall and Spring Semesters: Two half-hour lessons per week (12
weeks) in addition to daily practice. Summer: 12 hours of instruction
to be announced in addition to daily practice.
Special fee in addition to tuition.
421 Advanced Keyboard Skills - AR
Focused study of specialized keyboard skills required in various music
major programs. Private instruction: special fee in addition to tuition.
May be repeated for additional credit. Prerequisite: Successful completion
of Keyboard Proficiency Jury and BM or BME Jury. (1)
427 Advanced Orchestration/Arranging - AR
Continuation of 336 on an individual basis. Prerequisite: 336 or consent
of instructor. May be repeated for additional credit. Private instruction:
special fee in addition to tuition. (1 or 2)
430 Piano Literature I - AR
Study of representative piano repertoire from the 18th and early 19th
century. a/y I (1)
431 Piano Literature II - AR
Study of representative piano compositions of the late 19th and 20th
century. a/y II (1)
440 Methods and Materials for K-9 Music I
Study of skill acquisitions, music concepts, and analyzing the range
of available resources, including ethnic music and computer assisted
instruction. Offered for music education majors only. Prerequisite:
340. I (2)
441 Methods and Materials for K-9 Music II
Continuation of 440, including emphasis on Orff-Schulwerk and Kodaly
techniques. Offered for music education majors only. Prerequisite: 440.
II (2)
443 Methods of Secondary Choral Music
The organization and administration of the secondary school choral program.
Prerequisite: 340. a/y I (2)
444 Methods for Secondary Choral Music II
Survey of choral literature appropriate for the various age and experience
levels of students in grades 4-12, including sources and research techniques.
Prerequisite: 340. a/y II (2)
445 Conducting III - AR
Refinement of patterns, gestures, and conducting techniques; application
to appropriate vocal and instrumental scores. Prerequisite: 346 or consent
of instructor; Section A-Instrumental; Section B-Choral. I (1)
446 Conducting IV - AR
Continuation of 445; application and development of skills in laboratory
ensemble. Prerequisite: 445 or consent of instructor; Section A - Instrumental,
Section B - Choral. II (1)
447 Methods of School Band Music
The organization and administration of the secondary school band program.
Prerequisite: 340. a/y I (2)
448 Materials for School Band Music
Survey of wind-percussion literature appropriate for the various age
and experience levels of students in grades 4-12, including sources
and research techniques. Prerequisite: 340. a/y II (2)
451 Piano Pedagogy I - AR
Teaching techniques for prospective teachers of piano, including techniques
for individual and group instruction. Methods and materials from beginning
to intermediate level. a/y I (1)
452 Piano Pedagogy II - AR
Teaching techniques for prospective teachers of piano, including techniques
for individual and group instruction. Methods and materials from intermediate
to advanced levels. a/y II (1)
453 Vocal Pedagogy - AR
Physiological, psychological, and pedagogical aspects of singing. a/y
I (2)
457 Methods and Materials for Elementary Strings
The organization and administration of the elementary school string
program. Prerequisite: 340. a/y I (2)
458 Methods and Materials for Secondary Strings
The organization and administration of the secondary school orchestra
program. Prerequisite: 340. a/y I (2)
469 Student Teaching Seminar
Student teaching experiences shared and analyzed; exploration of related
issues regarding entering the public school music teaching profession.
Concurrent enrollment with Education 468 required. (2)
491 Independent Studies
Prerequisite: consent of instructor. May be repeated for additional
credit. (1-4)
499 Capstone: Senior Project - SR
A culminating project of substantial proportions, presented in a public
forum, undertaken in the senior year. For the Bachelor of Arts degree,
the project integrates musical studies with a broader liberal arts context;
for the Bachelor of Musical Arts degree, the project integrates musical
studies with the cognate field; for Bachelor of Music Education and
Bachelor of Music degrees, the project consists of a juried recital.
Private instruction; special fee in addition to tuition. Prerequisite:
consent of instructor. (1-4)