MUSI 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. (4)
MUSI 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. (4)
MUSI 103: History of Jazz AR
Survey of America's unique art form - Jazz: With emphasis on history,
listening, structure, and style from early developments through recent
trends. (4)
MUSI 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. (4)
MUSI 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. (4)
MUSI 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. (4)
MUSI 111: Music Fundamentals I AR
Develops
skills in reading and notating music. Rudiments of musical theory: key
signatures, clefs, and major scales. Requires previous musical
experience and the ability to read music. Partially fulfills the
general university requirements in arts; may be combined with MUSI 113
in a single semester to complete the general university requirements in
arts. (2)
MUSI 113: Music Fundamentals II AR
A continuation of MUSI 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: MUSI 111 or consent of
instructor. (2)
MUSI 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. (1)
MUSI 116: Basic Keyboarding AR
A continuation of MUSI 115. Prerequisite: MUSI 115 or consent of instructor. (1)
MUSI 120: Music and Culture AR, C
Introduction to ethnomusicological considerations of a variety of
music traditions. Requires no previous music experience. Required
for music majors and minors; prerequisite course for MUSI 124;
co-requisite (fall term): MUSI 111/113 or consent of department chair,
(spring term): MUSI 124 or consent of department chair. (4)
MUSI 121: Keyboarding I AR
Development of keyboarding skills, including sight-reading, group
performance, and harmonization of simple melodies. Prerequisite: 116 or
consent of instructor. (1)
MUSI 122: Keyboarding II AR
A continuation of MUSI 121. Prerequisite: MUSI 121 or consent of instructor. (1)
MUSI 124: Theory I AR
An introduction to the workings of music, including common-practice
harmony, jazz theory, and elementary formal analysis. Prerequisite:
MUSI 113 or consent of instructor. (3)
MUSI 125: Ear Training I AR
Development of aural skills, including interval recognition, sight-singing, rhythmic, melodic and harmonic dictation. (1)
MUSI 126: Ear Training II AR
Continuation of MUSI 125. Prerequisite: MUSI 125 or consent of instructor. (1)
MUSI 201A, B, or C: Private Instruction: Jazz AR
Prerequisite: Two semesters of non-jazz study (MUSI 202-219) or permission of the Director of Jazz Studies. (1, 2, 3 or 4)
MUSI 202A, B or C: Private Instruction: Piano AR (1, 2, 3 or 4)
MUSI
203A, B or C: Private Instruction: Organ AR (1, 2, 3 or 4)
MUSI
204A, B or C: Private and Class Instruction: Voice AR (1, 2, 3 or 4)
MUSI
205A, B or C: Private Instruction: Violin/Viola AR (1, 2, 3 or 4)
MUSI
206A, B or C: Private Instruction: Cello/Bass AR (1, 2, 3 or 4)
MUSI
207A, B or C: Private Instruction: Flute AR (1, 2, 3 or 4)
MUSI
208A, B or C: Private Instruction: Oboe/English Horn AR (1, 2, 3 or 4)
MUSI
209A, B or C : Private Instruction: Bassoon AR (1, 2, 3 or 4)
MUSI
210A, B or C: Private Instruction: Clarinet AR (1, 2, 3 or 4)
MUSI
211A, B or C: Private Instruction: Saxophone AR (1, 2, 3 or 4)
MUSI
212A, B or C: Private Instruction: Trumpet AR (1, 2, 3 or 4)
MUSI
213A, B or C: Private Instruction: French Horn AR (1, 2, 3 or 4)
MUSI
214A, B or C: Private Instruction: Trombone AR (1, 2, 3 or 4)
MUSI
215A, B or C: Private Instruction: Baritone/Tuba AR (1, 2, 3 or 4)
MUSI
216A, B or C: Private Instruction: Percussion AR (1, 2, 3 or 4)
MUSI
217A, B or C: Private and Class Instruction: Guitar AR (1, 2, 3 or 4)
MUSI
218A, B or C: Private Instruction: Harp AR (1, 2, 3 or 4)
MUSI
219A, B or C: Private Instruction: Harpsichord AR (1, 2, 3 or 4)
MUSI 223: Theory II AR
A continuation of MUSI 124. Prerequisite: MUSI 124 or consent of instructor. (3)
MUSI 224: Jazz Theory Laboratory AR
Introduction to jazz harmony, structure, style, and improvisation. Prerequisite: MUSI 223 or consent of instructor. (1)
MUSI 225: Ear Training III AR
A continuation of MUSI 126. Prerequisite: MUSI 126 or consent of instructor. (1)
MUSI 226: Ear Training IV AR
A continuation of MUSI 225. Prerequisite: MUSI 225 or consent of instructor. (1)
MUSI 234: Music History I AR
The evolution of Western music from the early Christian era through
the Middle Ages, Renaissance, and Baroque eras. Prerequisite: MUSI 223 or
consent of instructor. (3)
MUSI 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). (3)
MUSI 241, 242: String Laboratory
Methods and materials of teaching and playing string instruments in the public schools. (1, 1)
MUSI 243, 244: Woodwind Laboratory
Methods and materials of teaching and playing woodwind instruments in the public schools. (1, 1)
MUSI 245, 246: Brass Laboratory
Methods and materials of teaching and playing brass instruments in the public schools. (1, 1)
MUSI 247: Percussion Laboratory
Methods and materials of teaching and playing percussion instruments in the public schools. (1)
MUSI 327A, B or C: 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, 2, 3 or 4)
MUSI 333: Music History II AR
The evolution of Western music in the Classic and Romantic eras. Prerequisite: MUSI 234 or consent of instructor. (3)
MUSI 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: MUSI 333 or consent of instructor. (3)
MUSI 336: Making Music AR
Continued study, development and application of music skills through
composition, counterpoint, improvisation, conducting, and
orchestration. Prerequisite: MUSI 224, 226, or consent of instructor. (3)
MUSI 337: Analyzing Music AR
Application of theoretical knowledge toward developing analytical
skills in a variety of musical cultures, styles, and genre.
Prerequisite: MUSI 224 or consent of instructor. (3)
MUSI 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: MUSI 120, 124, or consent of instructor. (3)
MUSI 340: Fundamentals of Music Education AR
Detailed planning of curricula for various musical skills at
different grade levels, including improvisation laboratory.
Prerequisite: MUSI 240. (2)
MUSI 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). (2)
MUSI 343: Methods and Materials for Secondary General Music
Methods and materials for teaching general music in the secondary school. (2)
MUSI 345: Conducting I AR
Introduction to basic patterns, gestures, and conducting techniques. (1)
MUSI 346: Conducting II AR
Continuation of MUSI 345; observation of advanced conducting students in laboratory ensemble. (1)
MUSI 347: Adaptive Music
Techniques and strategies to meet the needs, interests, limitations,
and capacities of students who have restrictions placed on their
musical activity. (1)
MUSI 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: MUSI 340; recommended: enroll
fall semester preceding student teaching. (1)
MUSI 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)
MUSI 351: Accompanying AR
Practice in accompanying representative vocal and instrumental solo
literature from all periods. Special fee in addition to tuition. (1 or
2)
MUSI 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)
MUSI 353: Solo Vocal Literature AR
Survey of solo vocal literature. (2)
MUSI 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. (2)
MUSI 355: Diction I (English/Italian) - AR
An introduction to the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) and its
practical applications for singers of English and Italian texts. (1)
MUSI 356: Diction II (French/German) - AR
Continuation of MUSI 355 with applications for singers of French and German texts. (1)
MUSI 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: MUSI 234 or consent of
instructor. (1)
MUSI 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)
MUSI 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)
MUSI 362: University Men's Chorus AR
The study and performance of repertoire for men's voices. Emphasis on individual vocal and musical development. (1)
MUSI 363: University Singers AR
The study and performance of repertoire for women's voices. Emphasis on individual vocal and musical development. (1)
MUSI 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)
MUSI 366: Opera Workshop AR
Production of chamber opera and opera scenes. Participation in all
facets of production. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. (1)
MUSI 368: University 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)
MUSI 370: University Wind Ensemble AR
Study and performance of selected wind and percussion literature using various size ensembles. Membership by audition. (1)
MUSI 371: University 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)
MUSI 375: University Jazz Ensemble AR
Study of selected big band literature through rehearsal and performance. Membership by audition. (1)
MUSI 376: Jazz Laboratory Ensemble AR
Study of the basic style of playing jazz through rehearsal and performance. Membership by audition. (1)
MUSI 378: Vocal Jazz Ensemble AR
Study of selected vocal jazz literature through rehearsal and
performance. Membership by audition, concurrent registration in MUSI 360,
361, 362 or 363 required. (1)
MUSI 380: University Symphony Orchestra AR
Study of selected orchestral literature through rehearsal and performance. Membership by audition. (1)
MUSI 381: Chamber Ensemble AR
Reading, rehearsal, and performance of selected instrumental chamber
music. Sections offered in string, brass, woodwind, early instruments, guitar, jazz and world music. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. (1)
MUSI 383: Piano Ensemble AR
Techniques and practice in the performance of two-piano and piano
duet literature; includes sight reading and program planning. (1)
MUSI 390: Intensive Performance Study: Ensemble Tour AR
Intensive study and rehearsal of tour repertoire; off-campus tour of
major performance venues; special fee in addition to tuition.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. (4)
MUSI 391: Intensive Performance Study: Conservatory Experience AR
Intensive study and practice of solo repertoire; special fee in addition to tuition. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. (4)
MUSI 395, 396, 397: Music Centers of the World
Exploration of music and other arts in environments off campus.
Offered January Term to facilitate study abroad, or in cultural centers
of the United States. (4, 4, 4)
MUSI 401A, B or C : Private Instruction: Jazz AR
Prerequisite: Two semesters of non-jazz study (202219) or permission of the Director of Jazz Studies. (1, 2, 3 or 4)
Special fee in addition to tuition.
MUSI 402A, B or C: Private Instruction: Piano AR (1, 2, 3 or 4)
MUSI 403A, B or C: Private Instruction: Organ AR (1, 2, 3 or 4)
MUSI 404A, B or C: Private Instruction: Voice AR (1, 2, 3 or 4)
MUSI 405A, B or C: Private Instruction: Violin/Viola AR (1, 2, 3 or 4)
MUSI 406A, B or C: Private Instruction: Cello/Bass AR (1, 2, 3 or 4)
MUSI 407A, B or C: Private Instruction: Flute AR (1, 2, 3 or 4)
MUSI 408A, B or C: Private Instruction: Oboe/English Horn AR (1, 2, 3 or 4)
MUSI 409A, B or C: Private Instruction: Bassoon AR (1, 2, 3 or 4)
MUSI 410A, B or C: Private Instruction: Clarinet AR (1, 2, 3 or 4)
MUSI 411A, B or C: Private Instruction: Saxophone AR (1, 2, 3 or 4)
MUSI 412A, B or C: Private Instruction: Trumpet AR (1, 2, 3 or 4)
MUSI 413A, B or C: Private Instruction: French Horn AR (1, 2, 3 or 4)
MUSI 414A, B or C: Private Instruction: Trombone AR (1, 2, 3 or 4)
MUSI 415A, B or C: Private Instruction: Baritone/Tuba AR (1, 2, 3 or 4)
MUSI 416A, B or C: Private Instruction: Percussion AR (1, 2, 3 or 4)
MUSI 417A, B or C: Private Instruction: Guitar AR (1, 2, 3 or 4)
MUSI 418A, B or C: Private Instruction: Harp AR (1, 2, 3 or 4)
MUSI 419A, B or C: Private Instruction: Harpsichord AR (1, 2, 3 or 4)
MUSI 420: Private Instruction - Pedagogy
Methods and materials for teaching specific instrumental media in the studio; special fee in addition to tuition. (2)
MUSI 421A, B or C: 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, 2, 3 or 4)
MUSI 427A, B or C: Advanced Orchestration/Arranging AR
Continuation of MUSI 336 on an individual basis. Prerequisite: MUSI 336 or
consent of instructor. May be repeated for additional credit. Private
instruction: Special fee in addition to tuition. (1, 2, 3 or 4)
MUSI 430: Piano Literature I AR
Study of representative piano repertoire from the 18th and early 19th century. (1)
MUSI 431: Piano Literature II AR
Study of representative piano compositions of the late 19th and 20th century. (1)
MUSI 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:
MUSI 340. (2)
MUSI 441: Methods and Materials for K-9 Music II
Continuation of MUSI 440, including emphasis on Orff-Schulwerk and Kodaly
techniques. Offered for music education majors only. Prerequisite: MUSI 440. (2)
MUSI 443: Methods of Secondary Choral Music
The organization and administration of the secondary school choral program. Prerequisite: MUSI 340. (2)
MUSI 444: Materials for Secondary Choral Music
Survey of choral literature appropriate for the various age and
experience levels of students in grades 4-12, including sources and
research techniques. Prerequisite: MUSI 340. (2)
MUSI 445: Conducting III AR
Refinement of patterns, gestures, and conducting techniques;
application to appropriate vocal and instrumental scores. Prerequisite:
MUSI 346 or consent of instructor; Section AInstrumental; Section BChoral. (1)
MUSI 446: Conducting IV AR
Continuation of MUSI 445; application and development of skills in
laboratory ensemble. Prerequisite: MUSI 445 or consent of instructor;
Section A - Instrumental, Section B - Choral. (1)
MUSI 447: Methods of School Band Music
The organization and administration of the secondary school band program. Prerequisite: MUSI 340. (2)
MUSI 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: MUSI 340. (2)
MUSI 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. (1)
MUSI 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. (1)
MUSI 453: Vocal Pedagogy AR
Physiological, psychological, and pedagogical aspects of singing. (2)
MUSI 454: Instrumental Pedagogy
Methods and materials for teaching specific instrumental media in
the studio. Offered on demand for string, wind, guitar, harp, organ and
percussion. (2)
MUSI 455: String Pedagogy
Teaching techniques for prospective teachers of strings with
emphasis on individual student instruction. Methods and materials from
beginning through advanced levels. (2)
MUSI 456: Methods and Materials for School Strings
The organization and administration of school string programs, elementary through secondary (2)
MUSI 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 EDUC 468 required. (2)
MUSI 491: Independent Studies
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. May be repeated for additional credit. (14)
MUSI 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. (14)
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