Music mission statement

Music
mission statement
The mission of the music department at Spring Arbor
University is to develop the ability of each student
to perform music with expertise and insight and to
understand music within a context of serious study
of the liberal arts, Jesus Christ as the perspective
for learning, and critical participation in the
contemporary world.
Dr. J. Bruce Brown, Chair
Audrejean M. Heydenburg
Ji Hyun Kim, Affiliate
Dr. Charles J. Livesay
Dr. Brian Walrath
Ms. Cynthian Brundage
Dr. Natalie Emptage Downs
Dr. Ty Forquer
Mr. Stephen James
Dr. Kendra Kestner
Dr. Nikie Oechsle
Dr. Marissa Olin
Mrs. Renée Runyon
Mr. Andrew Sprung
Mrs. Linda Storm
Mr. Michael Teager
Mr. Daniel Thomas
Mr. William Walbridge
Mr. Larry Williams
Mr. David Youngman
Spring Arbor University’s music majors are
accredited by the National Association of Schools of
Music (NASM).
The Spring Arbor University music department
believes that music, as both a science and an art,
is a gift from God, to be used to express all of the
emotions, moods, values and thoughts He has given
us. We believe in the sacredness of all musicmaking (in composition or performance), whether
the music is sacred or secular, or classical, jazz or
contemporary. Therefore, whatever music is written
or performed at Spring Arbor should honor God
through a striving for excellence, genuineness of
expression, and a broader understanding of God’s
purpose and presence in our lives.
programs of study
The music department offers a Bachelor of Arts
degree – with four options for a major, as well as
an Associate of Arts in Piano Pedagogy. Music may
also be selected as a minor, however the Michigan
Department of Education (MDE) does not allow
teaching certification in music with a music minor.
This program offers broad musical preparation for
the student who wishes to major in music as part of
a liberal arts curriculum. The B.A. in Music prepares
students for many different career possibilities
including private music teaching and graduate
school. The B.A. in Music is ideal for combination
with other campus minors or for students interested
in a double major.
This 76-hour program prepares students for careers
in choral, instrumental or general music education
in public or private schools. Music is the student’s
major and minor in this intensive professional
program. This degree will qualify the candidate to
teach K-12 music on a secondary certificate.
This major incorporates music, communication,
and religion courses to prepare students for worship
arts ministries in today’s church. Spring Arbor
University has designed this program to meet the
rapidly growing need for staff and volunteers who
are knowledgeable in the areas of music, drama,
video and audio design and production, and worship
planning. (See the Worship Arts Major in this
catalog.)
This program is designed for students who want to
focus on improving keyboard skills and learning
techniques for teaching private beginning piano
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lessons in the context of a two-year degree. It is also
available as a supplemental degree in conjunction
with other Bachelor of Arts degrees.
Excellence in music study requires dedication, selfdiscipline and consistent practice, as well as talent.
Private lessons and recital requirements increase
performance skill. Group performance develops
interaction skills and knowledge of literature.
Courses in music theory and history develop musical
understanding and knowledge base. Other required
courses are designed to develop specific skills,
such as the ability to conduct or teach a woodwind
instrument. Specific degree requirements are
carefully aligned with national and state standards
and are designed to provide a balance of skills
needed for success in a chosen profession or in
graduate study.
Progress made by music majors is monitored in
annual “juries” in which the students perform
selected compositions and technical skills for the
music faculty. Music students are also required to
attend a minimum number of performances each
semester. (Details of all music department policies
are available in the Music Department Handbook.)
Admission requirements
Students must perform an entrance audition to be
formally admitted as a music major. At the end of
the sophomore year, music majors must perform a
“sophomore check,” a more elaborate jury including
sight reading and technical skills, to be admitted to
upper level standing. (Details about requirements
for the sophomore check are available in the Music
Department Handbook.) Students transferring to
Spring Arbor University as juniors or seniors must
audition for admission to the program and perform a
jury during their first semester on campus.
Transfer students:
Coursework from other institutions is accepted
in accordance with SAU’s transfer policies (See
“Degrees, Programs and Policies”). Placement of
students in music programs and courses is subject
to verification of skills through an entrance audition
and applicable departmental exams.
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Career opportunities
Students interested in teacher certification should
opt for the major in instrumental music education or
vocal music education. Other career opportunities
include ministry in performing groups and/or churches,
careers in music business and private studio teaching.
A bachelor’s degree in music provides the foundation
for graduate studies leading to careers in fields such as
ministry, college teaching, arts management and music
therapy.
program strengths and emphases
Spring Arbor University offers a rich environment for
musical participation. Interested students are able to
participate in several different kinds of performance
ensembles including chamber choir, chamber singers,
concert band, string orchestra, jazz ensemble, flute,
saxophone, brass and percussion ensembles; and
contemporary-Christian music ensembles. Students
perform often in chapel and other University events and
are in demand in area churches. Music scholarships are
available to many students, including non-majors, who
are active in performance groups and/or accompanying.
Students are able to work closely with the department’s
skilled faculty. Adjunct faculty members provide
specific expertise in a variety of areas. An excellent
student-to-faculty ratio and small class sizes allow
students to receive personal attention and instruction
geared toward their own educational goals.
The curriculum and performance ensembles explore
many different musical styles. The rich heritage of
classical and sacred music is fundamental to the
curriculum. Jazz and other popular styles are studied
in a variety of settings. Contemporary music plays
an important role, and incorporating it effectively in
ministry is a key emphasis. There are also numerous
possibilities for composing, arranging and producing
recordings in the music department’s electronic music
studio.
In lecture-discussion courses, one semester hour of
credit normally equals one 60-minute period of class
instruction each week for 15 weeks and appropriate
work outside class, as determined by the instructor.
One-credit private lessons meet for one half hour
(30 minutes) each week. Two-credit lessons meet
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for one hour (60 minutes) each week. All private
lessons require significant individual practice on the
student’s own time.
One credit hour per semester is earned by
participation in a performance group, in aural
harmony courses (MUS 103, 104, 203 and 204) and
music methods courses (MUS 332, 333, 336 and
337). The class time for thse courses is normally
more than one clock hour.
Participation in performance groups for a minimum
of two credit hours fulfills MUS 152 Music
Foundations in the liberal arts.
The
requirements listed in this catalog, for music
education majors, will qualify the candidate to
teach K-12 music on a secondary certificate. This
comprehensive K-12 music-education major does
not require a certifiable minor. See Education for
details.
requirements
The 76-hour music education major requires:
MUS 101
MUS 102
MUS 103
MUS 104
MUS 115
MUS 201
MUS 202
MUS 203
MUS 204
MUS 212
MUS 310
MUS 313
MUS 314
MUS 319
MUS 323
MUS 349
MUS 361
MUS 362
MUS 461
MUS 480
MUS 486
Music Theory I (3)
Music Theory II (3)
Aural Harmony I (1)
Aural Harmony II (1)
Music Perspectives (2)
Music Theory III (3)
Music Theory IV (3)
Aural Harmony III (1)
Aural Harmony IV (1)
Introduction to Electronic Music (2)
Secondary Instrument or Voice (2)
Music History and Literature to
1750 (3)
Music History and Literature since
1750 (3)
Elementary Methods (3)
World Music (2)
Secondary Methods (3)
Choral Conducting (2)
Instrumental Conducting (2)
Rehearsal Strategies (2)
Theory Seminar (2)
Senior Recital
MUS 310 Private Lessons on principal instrument
or voice (8)
MUS 310C1 Private Conducting (1)
(taken concurrently with student teaching)
MUS 230/240 Large Ensemble (8)
(concert band, chamber choir, university singers or
string orchestra)
Piano Proficiency Exam
Complete one of the following concentrations:
Instrumental Concentration
MUS 311
Vocal Pedagogy (2)
MUS 318 Instrumental Studio Class (8)
MUS 332 Brass Methods (1)
MUS 333 Percussion Methods (1)
MUS 336 String Methods (1)
MUS 337 Woodwind Methods (1)
MUS 341 Marching Band Materials/Methods (1)
Vocal Concentration
MUS 311 Vocal Pedagogy (2)
MUS 312 Diction (3)
MUS 317 Vocal Studio Class (8)
MUS 338 Survey of Instrumental Techniques (2)
The 66-hour music - worship arts major requires:
BUS 107 Foundations of Leadership (3) OR
CMI 344 Church Leadership (3)
CMI 210 Philosophy of Ministry (3)
MUS 101 Music Theory I (3)
MUS 102 Music Theory II (3)
MUS 103 Aural Harmony I (1)
MUS 104 Aural Harmony II (1)
MUS 115 Music Perspectives (2)
MUS 201 Music Theory III (3)
MUS 202 Music Theory IV (3)
MUS 203 Aural Harmony III (1)
MUS 204 Aural Harmony IV (1)
MUS 212 Introduction to Electronic Music (2)
MUS 230 Concert Band (4) OR
MUS 240 Chamber Choir (4)
MUS 260 Worship Arts Ensemble (4)
MUS 302 Music in Praise and Worship (2)
MUS 306 Music in Ministry (2)
MUS 310 Private Lessons on a principal instrument
(8)
MUS 313 Music History and Literature to 1750 (3)
MUS 314 Music History & Lit since 1750 (3)
MUS 361 Choral Conducting (2)
MUS 362 Instrumental Conducting(2)
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MUS 480
MUS 486
WOR 200
WOR 300
WOR 480
Theory Seminar (2)
Senior Recital
Foundations of Worship (2)
Integrative Worship Arts (2)
Philosophy of Worship (4)
Piano proficiency exam
Music courses fulfill the
MUS 152 requirement.
The 46-hour music major requires:
(This major is not approved for teacher certification)
MUS 101
MUS 102
MUS 103
MUS 104
MUS 115
MUS 201
MUS 202
MUS 203
MUS 204
MUS 212
MUS 313
Music Theory I (3)
Music Theory II (3)
Aural Harmony I (1)
Aural Harmony II (1)
Music Perspectives (2)
Music Theory III (3)
Music Theory IV (3)
Aural Harmony III (1)
Aural Harmony IV (1)
Intro to Electronic Music (2)
Music History and Literature to
1750 (3)
MUS 314 Music History and Literature
since 1750 (3)
MUS 361 Choral Conducting (2) OR
MUS 362 Instrumental Conducting (2)
MUS 486 Senior Recital
MUS 310 Private Lessons on principal instrument
or voice (8)
MUS 230/240 Large Ensemble (4)
(concert band, chamber choir, university singers,
or string orchestra)
Piano Proficiency Exam
Electives (at least 6 credits)
For vocal majors, electives must include:
MUS 311 Vocal Pedagogy (2)
MUS 312 Diction (3)
MUS 308 Survey of Keyboard Literature (2)
MUS 309 Piano Pedagogy (3)
The 24-hour music minor requires:
MUS 101 Music Theory I (3)
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MUS 102 Music Theory II (3)
MUS 103 Aural Harmony I (1)
MUS 104 Aural Harmony II (1)
MUS 115 Music Perspectives (2)
MUS 313 Music History & Literature to
1750 (3) OR
MUS 314 Music History & Literature since
1750 (3)
MUS 361 Choral Conducting OR
MUS 362 Instrumental Conducting (2)
Electives (1)
MUS 310 Private Lessons (4)*
MUS 230/240 Large Ensemble (4)*
*Piano or organ students take 6 hours of lessons and
2 hours of ensemble.
This is a two-year program requiring the completion
of 62 hours distributed as follows (audition is
required for entrance into this curriculum):
ENG 104 College Writing (3)
SPE 100 Oral Communication (2)
HPR 101 Personal Fitness and Wellness (2)
FRE 101 Elementary French (3)
(or FRE 102, 201 or 306)
PHI 200 Introduction to Philosophy (3)
Choose one from the following:
REL 218 The Gospel and Acts (3)
REL 217 Old Testament Foundations (3)
COR 300 The Christian Faith: Its Practices (3)
Choose one from the following:
PSY 100 Introduction to Psychology (4)
PSY 221 Psychology of the Exceptional Child (3)
PSY 261 Child and Early Adolescent Dev (3)
SOC 100 Modern Social Problems (3)
SOC 101 Introduction to Sociology (4)
SOC 250 Marriage and Family (3)
MUSIC REqUIREMENTS
MUS 101 Music Theory I (3)
MUS 102 Music Theory II (3)
MUS 201 Music Theory III (3)
MUS 103 Aural Harmony I (1)
MUS 104 Aural Harmony II (1)
MUS 203 Aural Harmony III (1)
MUS 115 Music Perspectives (2)
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MUS 212 Electronic Music (2)
MUS 250 Applied Pedagogy Methods (1, 1)
MUS 308 Survey of Keyboard Literature (2)
MUS 309 Piano Pedagogy (3)
MUS 314 Music History/Literature since 1750 (3)
MUS 310 Private Lessons
(8 - two credit hours each semester.)
MUS 361 Conducting I (2)
MUS 486 Senior Recital
Electives (at least 6-7 credits) from music offerings
to total a minimum of 62 hours.
A 30-minute piano recital at the end of the final
semester.
Piano Proficiency Exam
Freshman and Sophomore Juries
Comprehensive study and application of the basic
materials of music and the fundamentals of common
practice harmony, with an emphasis on the development
of analytical skills. (Offered in fall.)
Comprehensive study and application of the basic
materials of music and the fundamentals of common
practice harmony, with an emphasis on the development
of analytical skills. Prerequisite: MUS 101. (Offered in
spring.)
mUS 103 Aural harmony i (1)
Application of principles covered in MUS 101, through
ear training, sight-singing, error detection and keyboard
skills. To be taken with 101. (Offered in fall.)
mUS 104 Aural harmony ii (1)
Application of principles covered in MUS 102, through
ear training, sight-singing, error detection and keyboard
skills. To be taken with 102. Prerequisite: MUS 103.
(Offered in spring.)
An introductory survey of a wide range of musical styles
and issues. Emphasis on cultural understanding, informed
judgment and understanding the challenges of preparing
for a career in music. Required for all music majors and
minors. (Offered in the fall.)
A survey of music literature and history focusing on
critical listening and enjoyment. Works by significant
composers are discussed in terms of their design, place in
history and aesthetic impact. Designed to satisfy the fine
arts liberal arts requirement for art majors and minors.
One or more field trips may be taken in order to provide a
greater understanding of various music forms. Student may
not take both MUS 152 and MUS 220. Does not count
toward music major or minor. (Offered in fall, interim and
spring.)
Comprehensive study and application of nineteenth and
twentieth century harmony, with an emphasis on the
analysis of style and form of representative works from this
period. MUS 202 will include the study and application of
practical orchestration. Prerequisite: MUS 102. (Offered in
fall.)
This course follows MUS 201. Comprehensive study
and application of nineteenth and twentieth century
harmony, with an emphasis on the analysis of style and
form of representative works from this period. MUS
202 will include the study and application of practical
orchestration. Prerequisite: MUS 201. (Offered in spring.)
mUS 203 Aural harmony iii (1)
Continuation of skills taught in MUS 103 and 104.
Prerequisite: MUS 104. (Offered in fall.)
mUS 204 Aural harmony iv (1)
Continuation of skills taught in MUS 203. Prerequisite:
MUS 203. (Offered in spring.)
mUS 210 Applied (1)
One half-hour private lesson per week for one semester
hour of credit. Private lessons may not be taken for audit.
Two-credit-hour lessons given to students who are not
performance majors must have the approval of the music
department chair. Not available to majors or minors in
music. (See listing below for options.)
mUS 210 Lab (0)
This lab is required for all students registering for MUS
210. Graded S/U.
Hands-on practice with equipment and strategies for
sound recording and playback: multi-channel recording;
using synthesizers, mixers and digital sound “effects”;
networking synthesizers and computers (MIDI). (Offered
in spring.)
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The student gains a thorough exposure to musical
literature through extensive listening to examples of music
by significant composers. Details of the lives of these
composers are placed in historical perspective in reading
and taped lectures. During the course a foundation is
laid for a lifelong process of discovery and enjoyment of
music. Student may not take both MUS 152 and MUS
220. Does not count toward music major or minor.
(Offered on-line.)
mUS 230 instrumental groups (1)
Performs standard band literature including marches,
contemporary composition, transcribed orchestral
literature and combined band and choral literature.
Periodic public appearances are required. Membership is
open to interested and reasonably competent musicians.
(Offered fall and spring.)
instrumental ensembles
The following instrumental ensembles are available for
one credit and are offered upon student demand and
available faculty:
Brass Ensemble (B)
Clarinet Ensemble (R)
Flute Choir (F)
Guitar Ensemble (G)
Horn Ensemble (H)
Percussion Ensemble (D)
Sax Ensemble (X)
String Orchestra (S)
Jazz ensemble (J)
A 20-member group that performs big-band and jazzoriented compositions. Membership is open by invitation
and/or audition.
A string orchestra performing a variety of music from the
Baroque, Classical, Romantic and Contemporary periods.
Membership is open to students and community members
with sufficient experience in violin, viola, cello or bass.
mUS 240 Choral groups (1)
Chamber Choir (CC)
The university’s select 40-voice mixed ensemble, the
Chamber Choir performs a variety of literature (sacred
and secular) for churches, schools and civic groups. In
addition to two on-campus concerts in both the fall and
spring semesters, the Chamber Choir also takes a spring
break tour during even years (Spring of ‘13, ‘15, ‘17,
etc.). Because of the touring, members are required to
participate in both the fall and spring semesters unless
prior permission is given to register for only one of the
semesters. The Chamber Choir rehearses on Monday,
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Tuesday and Thursday from 4 to 5 p.m. An audition and
approval for participation in Chamber Choir is required.
(Offered fall and spring).
University Singers (S)
A mixed ensemble of 30-50 singers that performs a
variety of literature, both sacred and secular. Two oncampus concerts are given each semester, with additional
performance opportunities as they are presented. The
University Singers rehearses Tuesday and Thursday from
12:30 - 1:30 p.m. An audition is required. (Offered fall
and spring.)
mUS 250 Applied pedagogy methods (1,1)
This is the “student teaching” segment for the associate
in piano pedagogy degree. The student has one or two
students, is observed five times each semester, with follow
up meetings, writes a journal and a paper. Prerequisite:
Must be enrolled in pedagogy program. (1 hour each
semester for one year.)
mUS 260 Contemporary Worship ensemble (1)
A music ministry group with an emphasis in contemporary
worship music. Other groups may be formed if potential
enrollment permits. A very active performance schedule.
Membership by audition. Sophomore standing is required,
except by permission. Open to all music students
regardless of major. (Offered in fall and spring.)
The use of music in modern Christian ministry, including
an historical overview, administration of the church music
program, use of music in Christian outreach ministries and
a survey of the Contemporary Christian Music industry.
(Offered in fall of even academic years.)
A survey of 19 centuries of music in Christian worship,
including hymnology and varieties of liturgical and
non-liturgical services. Will include Sunday field trips
to participate in a number of different church worship
services. (Offered in fall of odd academic years.)
Survey of keyboard literature and composers from the late
1500s through the 1900s and an in-depth study of the
various style characteristics and performance practices of
literature surveyed. Prerequisite: MUS 101 or permission.
(Offered in spring of even academic years.)
Methods and techniques used in teaching piano. Emphasis
on study of materials available. Required of piano
performance majors and associate in piano pedagogy
majors. Prerequisite: audition and/or two semesters of
private piano. (Offered in interim of even academic years.)
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mUS 310 Applied (1-2)
One half-hour private lesson per week for one semester
hour of credit. Private lessons may not be taken for audit.
Two-credit-hour lessons given to students who are not
performance majors must have the approval of the music
department chair.
Open only for music majors and minors.
Private Brass (B)
Private Composition (M)
Private Conducting (C)
Private Guitar (G)
Private Harp (H)
Private Organ (O)
Private Percussion (D)
Private Piano (P)
Private Strings (S)
Private Voice (V)
Private Woodwinds (W)
mUS 310 Lab (0)
This lab is required for all students registering for MUS
310. Graded S/U.
Methods and techniques used in teaching voice.
Emphasis on study of the anatomy involved in vocal
production. Required of vocal education majors and vocal
performance majors. Prerequisite: Two semesters of private
voice. (Offered in spring of even academic years.)
credits of MUS 310 vocal study may substitute, by petition,
for up to 4 credits.)
Small-group instruction in the principal instrument for
instrumental students. Includes training in small-ensemble
performance techniques and literature. Required each
semester (total of 8) for instrumental music education
majors. (Additional credits of MUS 310 study in the principal
instrument may substitute, by petition, for up to 4 credits.)
Principles, methods and materials for teaching general, vocal
and instrumental music in the elementary school. Required
of music education majors. Includes 20 hours of clinical and
field experience. Also listed as EDU 319.Prerequisites: MBST
and grade of 2.67 in EDU 202 and 262. (Offered in fall of even
academic years.)
A survey of traditional music outside the Western Classical
heritage, including genres from Africa, South America, the
Far East, the South Pacific, the mid-East and Europe. Special
emphasis is given to the role of music within culture. (Offered
in the interim of even years.)
mUS 332 brass methods (1)
Fundamental techniques of playing and teaching the brass
instruments are explored. A minimal proficiency on the
various instruments is expected. Prerequisite: MUS 102.
(Offered in fall of odd academic years.)
Elementary singing pronunciation techniques in English,
Latin, Italian, French and German. Students prepare songs
in all five languages. Required of vocal education majors
and vocal performance majors. Prerequisite: At least two
semesters private voice study. (Offered in spring of odd
academic years.)
Fundamental techniques of playing and teaching the
percussion instruments are explored. Minimal proficiency on
the various instruments is expected. Prerequisite: MUS 102.
(Offered in fall of even academic years.)
Survey of the history and literature of music. Emphasis on
style, periods, composers and form. This course covers
medieval through baroque periods. Prerequisite: MUS 102
and MUS 115. (Offered in fall of even academic years.)
mUS 336 String methods (1)
Fundamental techniques of playing and teaching the string
instruments are explored. A minimal proficiency on the
various instruments is expected. Prerequisite: MUS 102.
(Offered in spring of even academic years.)
Survey of the history and literature of music. Emphasis on
style, periods, composers and form. This course covers
classical through 20th Century. Prerequisite: MUS 102 and
MUS 115. (Offered in fall of odd academic years.)
Fundamental techniques of playing and teaching the
woodwind instruments are explored. A minimal proficiency
on the various instruments is expected. Prerequisite: MUS 102.
(Offered in spring of odd academic years.)
Small-group instruction in voice for vocal students.
Includes training in small-ensemble performance
techniques and literature. Required each semester (total
of 8) for vocal music education majors. (Additional
Study of basic performance and pedagogy skills for wind,
string and percussion instruments. Required for vocal music
education majors. (Offered in spring of even academic years.)
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Specialized study of the techniques and skills associated
with the preparation and management of marching bands,
including organization, show design, music arranging,
teaching of marching fundamentals and rehearsal of
marching routines and marching show music. Also
included will be specific instruction on working with
percussion sections and auxiliary units. Required for
instrumental music education majors. (Offered Interim of
odd years.)
Procedures for teaching vocal and instrumental music
in the secondary school, as well as philosophy and
principles of secondary school music curriculum design.
Emphasis on organization, administration and pedagogy
for ensemble instruction. Includes 20 hours of clinical and
field experience. Also listed as EDU 349. Prerequisites:
SOE acceptance; MBST and grade of 2.67 in EDU 202 and
262. (Offered in spring of even academic years.)
Fundamentals of conducting, with emphasis on choral
conducting techniques, including gestures, score study
and rehearsal methods. Prerequisite: MUS 102. (Offered in
fall.)
Advanced course, following MUS 361, with emphasis on
instrumental conducting techniques. Prerequisite: MUS 102.
(Offered in spring.)
Required for all performance majors. Graded S/U.
A research project to be undertaken by music
performance majors in their junior or senior year. Project
should involve research into the history, pedagogy or
performance practices of their principle instrument.
Variable credit approved by instructor.
mUS 461 rehearsal Strategies (2)
A capstone course to be taken by music education
students prior to student teaching. Topics covered
include advanced conducting skills, artistic decision
making, rehearsal planning and organization, errordetection in the rehearsal setting, motivational aspects for
performing ensembles and evaluating ensembles from an
adjudicator’s perspective. Prerequisites: MUS 361 and MUS
362. (Offered in the spring semester of odd years.)
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Application of music theory skills to advanced topics
including detailed analysis of extended works, orchestration,
arranging and composition. Prerequisite: MUS 202. (Offered
in fall.)
Required for all music majors. Graded S/U.