Music

Mus 097 Intro to Aural Skills

Other: 1 hr. Credit: 1 hrs.

Designed for students with very little or no music background. Studies will provide an introduction to and reinforcement in the basic aural and oral skills needed by all musicians. Corequisites apply to the Pre-A.S. program in Music Track: MUS 103, MUS 115/116, and MUS 130.

Mus 098 Intro to Aural Skills II

Lab: 2 hrs. Credit: 1 hrs.

Continuation of materials presented in MUS 097 Introduction to Aural Skills I. Corequisites apply to the Pre-A.S. program in Music Track: MUS 101, and MUS 130 (major instrument & piano non-music major level or permission to exempt).

Mus 101 Music Appreciation

Lecture: 3 hrs. Credit: 3 hrs.

An introductory study of music including basic terminology, a survey of Western music history, the relationship of music to other disciplines, and the development of listening skills.

Mus 103 Music Fundamentals

Lecture: 3 hrs. Credit: 3 hrs.

An introduction to music theory designed for both the non-music major, who desires to learn how to read and notate music, including CHORDS and RHYTHMS and the prospective music major, who needs to gain a better level of music literacy before pursuing MUS 124 Music Theory I.

Mus 105 Chorus

Other: 2 hrs. Credit: 1 hrs.

No previous choral experience is required. Students are expected to attend all rehearsals and sing at all public performances unless specifically excused by the director. Students who earn a C or above may continue by registration for Humanities, Liberal Arts, or Free Elective credit.

Mus 110 Symphonic Band

Other: 2 hrs. Credit: 1 hrs.

Group rehearsal and performance of various types of concert band/wind ensemble music. Some previous experience playing a band instrument is required. Students who earn a C or above may continue by registration for Humanities, Liberal Arts, or Free Elective credit.

Mus 115 Class Piano

Lecture: 1 hr. Credit: 1 hrs.

A beginning course in piano. Technique, touch, pedal, development of good reading skills, sight reading, simple transposition, and improvisation of simple chordal accompaniments.

Mus 116 Class Piano

Lecture: 1 hr. Credit: 1 hrs.

A continuation of Mus 115. Prerequisites: MUS 115.

Mus 117 Keyboard Harmony I

Lecture: 1 hr. Credit: 1 hrs.

A study of the application of the materials of musical theory at the keyboard.

Mus 118 Keyboard Harmony II

Lecture: 1 hr. Credit: 1 hrs.

A continuation of Mus 117. Prerequisites: MUS 117.

Mus 119 Aural Skills I

Lab: 2 hrs. Credit: 1 hrs.

Singing and movable "do" solfeggio, melodic, rhythmic, and harmonic dictation, identification, and notation, and an introduction to vocal technique.

Mus 120 Aural Skills II

Lab: 2 hrs. Credit: 1 hrs.

A continuation of Mus 119. Prerequisites: MUS 119.

Mus 123 Pop & World Folk Music Theory

Lecture: 2 hrs. Credit: 2 hrs.

Students will strengthen their knowledge of scales, chords and form through analysis of popular music and world folk music and their relationship to classical music. The course is designed for both the aspiring musician and those who have a general interest in music. Prerequisites: MUS 103.

Mus 124 Music Theory I

Lecture: 2 hrs. Credit: 2 hrs.

A study of basic topics in music theory, including scales, intervals, triads, harmonic progressions, non-harmonic tones, seventh chords, figured bass, and modulation. Prerequisites: MUS 103.

Mus 125 Music Theory II

Lecture: 2 hrs. Credit: 2 hrs.

A continuation of Mus 124. Prerequisites: MUS 124.

Mus 126 Music Literature and Style I

Lecture: 3 hrs. Credit: 3 hrs.

A study of the history of Western art music from the age of ancient Greece to 1700, including the composers, musical literature, and musical styles prevalent in each era. Prerequisites: MUS 117 and MUS 119 and MUS 124.

Mus 127 Music Literature and Style II

Lecture: 3 hrs. Credit: 3 hrs.

A study of the history of western art music from 1700 to the present day, including the composers, musical literature, and musical styles prevalent in each era. Prerequisites: MUS 118 and MUS 120 and MUS 125 and MUS 126.

Mus 128 Conducting I

Lab: 2 hrs. Credit: 1 hrs.

An introduction to basic conducting techniques, principles of interpretation, score reading and preparation, and transposition. Prerequisites: MUS 118 and MUS 120 and MUS 125 and MUS 126.

Mus 129 Conducting II

Lab: 2 hrs. Credit: 1 hrs.

Builds upon the foundation of Conducting I, with further depth established in interpretation, maturity of conducting style, and basic distinctions between choral and instrumental ensembles. Prerequisites: MUS 127 and MUS 128 and MUS 224 and MUS 127 and MUS 128 and MUS 219 and MUS 224.

Mus 130 Private Instruction

Other: 1 hr. Credit: 1 hrs.

Individual instruction in voice or a musical instrument. Students who earn a C or above may continue by registration for Humanities, Liberal Arts, or Free Elective credit.

Mus 131 Brass Ensemble

Other: 2 hrs. Credit: 1 hrs.

A study and performance of brass ensemble literature. Students who earn a C or above may continue by registration for Humanities, Liberal Arts, or Free Elective credit. Prerequisites: student must play a brass instrument.

Mus 132 Percussion Ensemble

Other: 2 hrs. Credit: 1 hrs.

A study and performance of percussion ensemble literature. Students who earn a C or above may continue by registration for Humanities, Liberal Arts, or Free Elective credit. Prerequisites: student must play a percussion instrument and read music.

Mus 133 String Ensemble

Other: 2 hrs. Credit: 1 hrs.

A study and performance of string ensemble literature. Students who earn a C or above may continue by registration for Humanities, Liberal Arts, or Free Elective credit. Prerequisites: student must play violin, viola, cello, or string bass.

Mus 134 Woodwind Ensemble

Other: 2 hrs. Credit: 1 hrs.

A study and performance of woodwind ensemble literature. Students who earn a C or above may continue by registration for Humanities, Liberal Arts, or Free Elective credit. Prerequisites: student must play a woodwind instrument or French Horn.

Mus 135 Vocal Ensemble

Other: 2 hrs. Credit: 1 hrs.

A select vocal ensemble of 4-16 members who study and perform repertoire in a variety of styles. Students who earn a C or above may continue by registration for Humanities, Liberal Arts, or Free Elective credit. Audition may be required.

Mus 136 Jazz Ensemble

Other: 2 hrs. Credit: 1 hrs.

A study and performance of jazz ensemble literature representing a variety of jazz styles. Students who earn a C or above may continue by registration for Humanities, Liberal Arts, or Free Elective credit. Prerequisites: Student must be able to read music and play one of the following: saxophone, trumpet, trombone, baritone, horn, drums, keyboards, guitar, electric bass guitar, string bass, or piano.

Mus 137 Supplemental Aural Skills

Lab: 1 hr. Credit: 1 hrs.

An extensive supplemental instruction in techniques used for sight-singing and rhythmic, melodic, and harmonic dictation. This course may be repeated once for Humanities, Liberal Arts, or Free Elective credit. This course will be offered in conjunction with MUS 120 and 220.

Mus 139 Piano Ensemble

Other: 2 hrs. Credit: 1 hrs.

A study and performance of piano ensemble literature representing a variety of piano styles. Students who earn a C or above may continue by registration for Humanities, Liberal Arts, or Free Elective credit. Prerequisites: Student must be able to read music and have previous piano study.

Mus 140 Guitar Ensemble

Other: 2 hrs. Credit: 1 hrs.

A study and performance of guitar ensemble literature representing a variety of styles. Students who earn a C or above may continue by registration for credit. Prerequisites: Students must be able to read music beyond chord symbols and have previous guitar playing experience.

Mus 150X Fretboard Harmony I

Lecture: 1 hr. Credit: 1 hrs.

Designed to show how scales, arpeggios, and basic progressions "fit" on the guitar. This class will help develop practical guitar skills needed to succeed in today's professional musical environment. Pre/Corequisite: MUS 130 Guitar and permission of instructor.

Mus 160 History of Rock Music

Lecture: 3 hrs. Credit: 3 hrs.

Beginning with an analysis of the styles that influenced rock music, this class will survey the styles from the 1950s to the 1980s. The class will emphasize the historical context of each style and analyze some of the music elements that have come to define it. (Rhythm, texture, meter, instrumentation, harmony...)

Mus 190 Digital Sound Recdg Studio I

Lecture: 2 hrs. Lab: 3 hrs. Credit: 3 hrs.

This course is a lecture plus hands-on course in understanding medium of recorded sound through three key perspectives: designing a recording studio (including the selection and use of equipment), following the signal path from recording through the mixing and mastering phase, and producing a physical sound for the target listener. This course is open to both music and non-music majors. The couse cannot be used towards major requirements of the Music A.S. degree.

Mus 202 Topics in Music Seminar

Lecture: 3 hrs. Credit: 3 hrs.

The study of a specialized topic drawn from the general areas of music history and appreciation. Possible seminar topics include American Music, History of Opera and Musical Theater and History of Popular Music and Jazz. May be repeated for credit with change of topic.

Mus 203 The Music Business

Lecture: 3 hrs. Credit: 3 hrs.

A course intended for students with some formal background in music who wish to study the business of music, including merchandising and the commercial aspects of music. Publishing, retailing, arts management, recording industry, and copyright laws are addressed.

Mus 219 Aural Skills III

Lab: 2 hrs. Credit: 1 hrs.

A continuation of Aural Skills I-II dealing with more advanced aspects of sight-singing, melodic, rhythmic and harmonic dictation, and keyboard skills. Prerequisites: MUS 120 and MUS 125 and MUS 126 and MUS 128.

Mus 220 Aural Skills IV

Lab: 2 hrs. Credit: 1 hrs.

A continuation of Mus 219. Prerequisites: MUS 120 and MUS 125 and MUS 126 and MUS 128 and MUS 219.

Mus 224 Music Theory III

Lecture: 2 hrs. Credit: 2 hrs.

A continuation of Music Theory I-II dealing with more advanced aspects of harmony; includes borrowed chords, altered chords, ninth, eleventh and thirteenth chords, and modulations to foreign keys. Prerequisites: MUS 120 and MUS 125 and MUS 126 and MUS 128.

Mus 225 Music Theory IV

Lecture: 2 hrs. Credit: 2 hrs.

A continuation of Mus 224. Prerequisites: MUS 120 and MUS 125 and MUS 126 and MUS 128 and MUS 224.

Mus 288 Comp Mus Notation & MIDI Seq

Other: 3 hrs. Credit: 3 hrs.

Students use the MIDI controller (piano keyboard) acquire the necessary skills for creating and printing publisher quality musical arrangements for any grouping of instruments or voices using the Sibelius music notation application. The course then explores the concepts of techniques of MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) technology using virtual instruments to record (on the Sonar application) their previous notation projects onto finished CDs. This course is designed for music students with at least one year of music theory in addition to fundamental piano skills. Prerequisites: MUS 124 & MUS 125, MUS 115 & MUS 116, or MUS 117 & 118, or permission of instructor.