COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

 

MUAP COURSES NUMBERED11XX, 12XX, ARE FRESHMAN LEVEL, ONE-HALF HOUR LESSON AND ONE-HOUR LESSONS PER WEEK, RESPECTIVELY.

 

MUAP COURSES NUMBERED 21XX, 22XX, ARE SOPHOMORE LEVEL, ONE-HALF HOUR AND ONE-HOUR LESSONS PER WEEK, RESPECTIVELY.

Half-hour lessons require six practice hours per week; hour lessons, ten practice hours per week.

Hour lessons may be divided into two 30-minute lessons per week by mutual consent of the student

and the instructor. Lessons may be repeated (maximum 7 times in any combination) with permission of the respective department heads and are required of appropriate majors(s). Juries are required. Students provide all instruments

but piano and percussion equipment. A MUSI co-requisite is required. Private instruction is offered to music majors only. Half-hour lessons earn 1 credit. Hour lessons earn 2 credits.

 

MUAP 1101, 1201, 2101, 2201. Violin.

MUAP 1105, 1205, 2105, 2205. Viola.

MUAP 1109, 1209, 2109, 2209. Cello.

MUAP 1113, 1213, 2113, 2213. Bass.

MUAP 1115, 1215, 2115, 2215.Electric Bass.

MUAP 1117, 1217, 2117, 2217.Flute/Piccolo.

MUAP 1121, 1221, 2121, 2221.Oboe, English Horn.

MUAP 1125, 1225, 2125, 2225. Bassoon.

MUAP 1129, 1229, 2129, 2229. Clarinet.

MUAP 1133, 1233, 2133, 2233. Saxophone.

MUAP 1137, 1237, 2137, 2237.Trumpet/Coronet.

MUAP 1141, 1241, 2141, 2241. French Horn.

MUAP 1145, 1245, 2145, 2245. Trombone.

MUAP 1149, 1249, 2149, 2249.Euphonium/Baritone.

MUAP 1153, 1253, 2153, 2253. Tuba.

MUAP 1157, 1257, 2157, 2257. Percussion.

MUAP 1161, 1261, 2161, 2261. Guitar

MUAP 1165, 1265, 2165, 2265. Organ.

MUAP 1169, 1269, 2169, 2269. Piano.

MUAP 1173, 1273, 2173, 2273.ElectronicKeyboard.

MUAP 1177, 1277, 2177, 2277. Harp.

MUAP 1181, 1281, 2181, 2281. Voice.

MUAP 1185, 1285, 2185, 2285.Improvisation.

MUAP 1187, 1287, 2187, 2287. Special Topics- Strings.

MUAP 1188, 1288, 2188, 2288. Special Topics- Percussion.

MUAP 1189, 1289, 2189, 2289. Special Topics- Keyboard.

MUAP 1190, 1290, 2190, 2290 Special Topics- Voice.

MUAP 1292, 2292. Arranging and Composition.

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

MUSB 1191 SPECIAL TOPICS IN MUSIC BUSINESS MANAGEMENT AND MERCHANDISING – 1 Credit Syllabus

Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. Learning outcomes/objectives are determined by local occupational need, and business and industry trends.

 

MUSB 1301 LEGAL ASPECTS OF THE ENTERTAINMENT INDUSTRY – 3 Credits Syllabus

This class will cover topics such as copyright law, film contracts, production contracts, employment contracts,  financing contracts, licenses, collaborations, options, and assignments. Employment relationships including union and non-union negotiations will also be covered. Students will deal with common business structures such as corporations, partnerships, limited partnerships, and others.

 

MUSB 1305 SURVEY OF THE MUSIC BUSINESS  -- 3 Credit Syllabus

An overview of the music industry including song writing, live performance, the record industry, music merchandising, contracts and licenses, and career opportunities.

 

MUSB 1341 CONCERT PROMOTION AND VENUE MANAGEMENT – 3 Credits Syllabus

Suggested Prerequisite: MUSB 1305

A course in the basics of concert promotion and venue management including considerations in purchasing a club; concert promotion and advertising; talent buying; city codes; insurance; Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission

Regulation; American Society of Composers, Arrangers, and Publishers (ASCAP/BMI) licenses; personnel manage-ment; and concert production and administration.

 

MUSB 1391 SPECIAL TOPICS IN MUSIC BUSINESS MANAGEMENT AND MERCHANDISING – 3 Credits Syllabus

Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student.

 

MUSB 2301 MUSIC MARKETING AND MERCHANDISING – 3 Credits

Suggested Prerequisite: MUSB 1305

A study of the methods of distribution, retailing, and wholesaling. Topics include the basics of purchasing, inventory control, shipping and receiving, returns, pricing and cost analysis, merchandising, retail display, sales promotion,

advertising, security and shrinkage, personnel management, and relationships between retailers and distributors.

 

MUSB 2305 MUSIC PUBLISHING Suggested Prerequisite: MUSB 1305 – 3 Credits

A study of the administrative and marketing aspects of music publishing including the application of current copyright law, developing song writers, rights exploration, and royalty collection.

 

MUSB 2309 THE RECORD INDUSTRY – 3 Credits

Suggested Prerequisite: MUSB 1305

A study of the history of the record industry and the organization of large and small record companies. Topics include record company functions such as artist and repertoire (A & R), promotion, marketing, business affairs, and

administration and distribution.

 

MUSB 2345 LIVE MUSIC AND TALENT MANAGEMENT – 3 Credits

Suggested Prerequisite: MUSB 1305

An examination of the role, scope, and activities of the talent manager including establishing the artist/manager relationship; planning the artist’s career; and developing goals, strategies, and tactics with an overall view of the live music business.

 

MUSB 2380 COOPERATIVE EDUCATION – MUSIC BUSINESS MANAGEMENT AND MERCHANDISING – 3 Credits

Suggested Prerequisite: 12 hrs. of MUSB and department approval

Career related activities encountered in the student’s area of specialization are offered through an individualized agreement between the college, employer, and student. Under supervision of the college and the employer, the

student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component.

 

MUSB 2381 COOPERATIVE EDUCATION – MUSIC MANAGEMENT AND MERCHANDISING – 3 Credits

Suggested Prerequisite: 12 hrs. of MUSB and department approval

Career-related activities encountered in the student's area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the

student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component.

 

MUSC 1215 MUSIC PERFORMANCE EAR TRAINING I – 2 Credits

Basic concepts in sight singing tonal music in commonly used clefs. Topics include aural study (including dictation) of rhythm, melody and diatonic harmony, and commercial music aspects.

 

MUSC 1217 MUSIC PERFORMANCE THEORY – 2 Credits

Presentation of basic music theory with emphasis on the commercial music aspects of part writing of figured bass and melody harmonization requiring all diatonic triads, dominant and supertonic sevenths, clefs, and non harmonic tones.

 

MUSC 1249 APPLIED MUSIC: CONDUCTING – 2 Credits

Suggested Prerequisite: Commercial Music Theory I and II

Private lessons in conducting. Development of technique through the practice of basic beat patterns, beginning beats, gesturing, and cueing. Emphasis on score reading and knowledge of musical terminology.

 

MUSC 1293 SPECIAL TOPICS IN MUSIC THEORY AND COMPOSITION – 2 Credits

Prerequisite: department approval

Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student.

 

MUSC 1301 MUSIC PERFORMANCE APPRECIATION – 3 Credits

Introduction to music through the use of recorded music and song literature, presentation elements of music, and analysis of musical forms as they relate to compositional technique.

 

MUSC 1309 CONDUCTING CLASS – 3 Credits

Introduction to the art of conducting including regular and irregular beat patterns, subdivision, and beat pattern varieties applied to musical literature and practical experience.

 

MUSC 1321 SONGWRITING – 3 Credits

Introduction to techniques of writing marketable songs including the writing of lyrics and melodies, setting lyrics to music, developing lyrical and musical ‘hooks,’ analyzing the marketplace, and developing a production plan for a song demo.

 

MUSC 1329 COMPUTER MUSIC NOTATION I – 3 Credits

Suggested Prerequisite: MUSC 1215 and basic computer skills

Survey of music notation software and applications with skill development in computer music notation. Emphasis on notation software programs which serve the requirements of publishers.

 

MUSC 1331 MIDI I – 3 Credits

An overview of the Musical Instrument Digital Interface (MIDI) system and applications. Topics include the history and evolution of MIDI, hardware requirements, computer numbering systems, channels and modes, the MIDI language, and typical implementation of MIDI applications in the studio environment using software-based sequencing programs. Students are required to attend additional lab hours outside of class.

 

MUSC 1392 SPECIAL TOPICS IN MUSIC HISTORY AND LITERATURE – 3 Credits

Topics address recently identified current events,  skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relative to the professional development of the student.

 

MUSC 1427 AUDIO ENGINEERING I – 4 Credits

Overview of the recording studio. Topics include basic studio electronics and acoustic principles, waveform analysis, microphone design and placement techniques, studio set up and signal flow, recording console theory, signal processing concepts, tape machine principles and operation, and an overview of mixing and editing. Students are required to attend additional lab hours outside of class.

 

MUSC 2141 FORUM/RECITAL – 1 Credit

Stylistic analysis of commercial music performances presented by students, faculty, and guest artists.

 

MUSC 2201 AUDIO ENGINEERING PRACTICES – 2 Credits

Co-requisite: MUSC 2448, 2471 or 2472

Prerequisite: MUSC 2447, RTVB 2232

Lab application of the concepts and techniques presented in Audio Engineering IV, V and VI. May be repeated three times for credit. Students are required to attend additional lab hours outside of class.

 

MUSC 2214 IMPROVISATION THEORY I – 2 Credits

A study of the chord structures of jazz, rock, country, and fusion with emphasis on extemporaneous performance.

 

MUSC 2215 MUSIC PERFORMANCE EAR TRAINING II – 2 Credits

Suggested Prerequisite: MUSC 1215

Intermediate concepts in sight singing tonal music in commonly used clefs. Topics include aural study (including dictation) of rhythm, melody and diatonic harmony, and commercial music aspects.

 

MUSC 2217 MUSIC PERFORMANCE THEORY II – 2 Credits

Suggested Prerequisite: MUSC 1217

Presentation of intermediate music theory with emphasis on part writing and figured bass as they relate to commercial music.

 

MUSC 2230 COMMERCIAL MUSIC ARRANGING AND COMPOSITION – 2 Credits

Suggested Prerequisite: MUSC 2213 and MUSC 1321

Presentation of arranging and composition for projects in industry recognized genres including song writing, show writing, video, and film.

 

MUSC 2231 COMMERCIAL MUSIC SIGHT SINGING AND EAR TRAINING III – 2 Credits

Continuation of Commercial Music Sight Singing and Ear Training II. The student will sight read intermediate to complex rhythms and melodies, and transcribe dictation of intermediate to complex rhythm, melodies, and

chord progressions.

 

MUSC 2232 COMMERCIAL MUSIC SIGHT SINGING AND EAR TRAINING IV – 2 Credits

Continuation of Commercial Music Sight Singing and Ear Training III with emphasis on advanced rhythms and melodies and multi voice chord progression. The student will sight-read advanced rhythms and melodies; and transcribe dictation of advanced rhythms, melodies, and multi voice chord progressions. DESCRIPTIONS

 

MUSC 2234 IMPROVISATION THEORY II – 2 Credits

Suggested Prerequisite: MUSC 2214

A continuation of the study of chord structures of jazz, rock, country, and fusion with emphasis on extemporaneous performance.

 

MUSC 2235 MUSIC PERFORMANCE EAR TRAINING III – 2 Credits

Suggested Prerequisite: MUSC 2215

Advanced sight singing of tonal music in commonly used clefs. Topics include aural study (including dictation) of rhythm, melody, and diatonic harmony and presentation of the commercial music aspects of ear training.

 

MUSC 2237 MUSIC PERFORMANCE THEORY III – 2 Credits

Suggested Prerequisite: MUSC 2217

Continuation of Music Performance Theory II with emphasis on tonal music as it relates to commercial music.

 

MUSC 2238 MUSIC PERFORMANCE THEORY IV – 2 Credits

Suggested Prerequisite: MUSC 2237

Continuation of Music Performance Theory III with emphasis on all aspects of tonal music with an introduction to 20th Century techniques as they relate to commercial music.

 

MUSC 2249 APPLIED MUSIC: CONDUCTING II – 2 Credits

Suggested Prerequisite: MUSC 1249

Advanced private lessons in conducting. Continues development of conducting techniques, score reading abilities, and study of musical terminology.

 

MUSC 2314 IMPROVISATION THEORY I – 3 Credits

A study of the chord structure of jazz, rock, country, and fusion with emphasis on extemporaneous performance.

MUSC 2319 ORCHESTRATION – 3 Credits

Exploration of writing for voices and instruments to include ranges, transportation, and idiosyncrasies of each instrument with emphasis on commercial music chord voicing.

 

MUSC 2343 AUDIO ELECTRONICS – 3 Credits

Concepts in troubleshooting audio problems. Topics include soldering techniques, audio electronic alignment procedures for tape machines, console maintenance, and sound reinforcement equipment maintenance.

 

MUSC 2345 SYNTHESIS II – 3 Credits

Prerequisite: MUSC 1331

Course emphasizes technology that integrates MIDI sequencing with digital audio. Topics include computer based hard disk recording systems, MIDI machine control, advanced techniques in synthesizer editing, digital transfers of audio data and CD mastering. The student will demonstrate advanced skill in FM and hybrid synthesis techniques; explain and utilize digital sampling; complete projects using advanced synthesis techniques; and edit samples and synthesizer voices. Students are required to attend additional lab hours outside of class.

 

MUSC 2351 AUDIO FOR VIDEO – 3 Credits

Prerequisites: RTVB 2430, RTVB 2355

This course explores the technology, techniques and requirements for adding additional audio soundtracks to raw video and film footage. The course also strengthens skills in advanced audio production techniques for video production. Topics include synchronization, SMPTE time code, automated mix down, audio post production for video, nonlinear and traditional editing techniques, sound design, Foley stage work, sound effects and dialog sweetening or

replacement.

 

MUSC 2352 COMPUTER MUSIC NOTATION II – 3 Credits

Suggested Prerequisite: MUSC 1329

Advanced study of and skill development in music notation software at a professional level,

including large score notation.

 

MUSC 2355 MIDI II – 3 Credits

Prerequisite: MUSC 1331

A continuation of MIDI I with emphasis on advanced sequencer operation, and SMPTE based synchronization in the interaction of multiple recording and playback systems.

 

MUSC 2427 AUDIO ENGINEERING II – 4 Credits

Prerequisite: MUSC 1427 and MUSC 1331

Major topics include the recording process, microphones and placement techniques, audio console operation, multi track recording and signal processors. Audio software includes Pro Tools and Digital Performer, Spark and Peak

audio editors, Toast and Jam CD editors, Acid looping software. Students learn basic tracking techniques, studio set up and break down and participate in 32 hours of recording sessions. Students are required to attend additional lab

hours outside of class.

 

MUSC 2433 SCORING FOR VIDEO AND FILM – 4 Credits

Using Digital Performer and a variety of digital mixers, samplers, sound modules and synthesizers, students learn to integrate MIDI sequencing and digital audio with video productions.

 

MUSC 2447 AUDIO ENGINEERING III – 4 Credits

Prerequisite: MUSC 2427, RTVB 1240 and MUSC 2355

Procedures and techniques in recording and mixing audio. Topics include I/O style console operation, hard disk based digital audio editing, modular digital multi track recording, and engineering project completions. Principles

of acoustics, sound in recording, and sound reinforcement. Topics include acoustical properties of studios, live performance facilities, resonance, and electronic and acoustic control. Students complete their own project during

recording sessions through out the semester. Students are required to attend additional lab hours outside of class.

 

MUSC 2448 AUDIO ENGINEERING IV – 4 Credits

Prerequisite: RTVB 2431

Co-requisite: RTVB 1371

Examination of the role of the producer including recording, mixing, arranging, analyzing projects, session planning, communications, budgeting, business aspects, technical consideration, and music markets. Students are required to attend additional lab hours outside of class.

MUSC 2471 AUDIO ENGINEERING V – 4 Credits

Prerequisite: MUSC 2448, 2201, 2355

This advanced course in multi track recording emphasizes tracking skills using an SSL 4048 G+ mixing console. Students learn the console’s six modes of signal flow, routing strategies and the G+ computer’s locating and recall functions. Students are expected to record a variety of styles of music for their projects. Students are required to attend additional lab hours outside of class.

 

MUSC 2472 AUDIO ENGINEERING VI – 4 Credits

Prerequisite: MUSC 2471, 2201

This advanced course in multi track recording emphasizes mixing using an SSL 4048 G+ console. Students learn the console’s automation computer, recall functions, on board dynamics, equalization, alternate signal paths, side chaining and additional auxiliary sends for out board processors and effects units. Students are required to attend additional lab hours outside of class.

 

MUSI 1131 SPECIAL TOPICS ENSEMBLE I – 1 Credit

Group master class for piano, voice, or instruments. Open to all students. May serve as co-requisite for MUAP courses.

 

MUSI 1135 JAZZ ENSEMBLE I – 1 Credit

Prerequisite: department approval

Small ensemble specializing in jazz improvisation and performance.

 

MUSI 1139 CHAMBER MUSIC I – 1 Credit

Prerequisite: department approval

Small ensemble concentrating on vocal and/or instrumental chamber music.

 

MUSI 1140 MUSIC FORUM I – 1 Credit

Emphasis on faculty and student recitals, stylistic interpretation of commercial music forms. Seminar discussions, lectures and demonstrations by music industry representatives and artists.

 

MUSI 1159 MUSICAL THEATRE I – 1 Credit

Study and performance of literature from musical theatre, including operetta, reviews and musical comedy, basic vocal and movement skills. Performance and rehearsals required. Open to all students by audition.

 

MUSI 1160 ITALIAN DICTION FOR SINGERS – 2 Credits

Study of Italian phonetic sounds to promote ability to sing the language. Open to all vocal students. May be repeated.

 

MUSI 1161 ENGLISH DICTION FOR SINGERS – 2 Credits

Study of phonetic sounds of English to promote ability to sing the language. Open to all vocal students. May be repeated.

 

MUSI 1163/1164 IMPROVISATION I & II – 1 Credit

A study of the chord structures of jazz with emphasis on extemporaneous performance (improvisation). Some emphasis on the development of a repertory of standard jazz harmonic patterns. Open to all students with

department approval.

 

MUSI 1166 INSTRUMENT CLASS: WOODWIND – 1 Credit

Class instruction in woodwind instruments. A skills course. May be repeated. Open to all students.

 

MUSI 1168 INSTRUMENT CLASS: BRASS – 1 Credit

Class instruction in brass instruments. A skills course. May be repeated. Open to all students.

 

MUSI 1172 INSTRUMENT CLASS: STRINGS (SEE MUSI 1190)

 

MUSI 1181 PIANO CLASS I – 1 Credit Syllabus

Prerequisite: MUSI 1101 or department approval

Class instruction in the fundamentals of keyboard technique for beginning piano students only. A skills course. May be repeated. Required of majors. Open to non-majors.

 

MUSI 1182 PIANO CLASS II – 1 Credit

Continuation of MUSI 1181. May be repeated. Required of majors. Open to non-majors.

 

MUSI 1183 VOICE CLASS I – 1 Credit

Class instruction in fundamentals of singing: tone production, breath production, diction and standard music repertoire. Designed for students with little or no previous vocal training.

 

MUSI 1184 VOICE CLASS II – 1 Credit

Continuation of MUSI 1183.

 

MUSI 1188 INSTRUMENT CLASS: PERCUSSION – 1 Credit

Class instruction in percussion instruments. A skills course. May be repeated. Open to all students.

 

MUSI 1190 INSTRUMENT CLASS: STRINGS – 1 Credit

Class instruction in strings. A skills course. May be repeated. Open to all students.

 

MUSI 1192 GUITAR CLASS I – 1 Credit

This class is designed to provide students the fundamentals of guitar, aiding them as they learn or improve their reading of music. Consult with instructor concerning instrument availability. A knowledge of music is not required, but helpful. Open to all students.

 

MUSI 1211 THEORY I – 2 Credits Syllabus

Prerequisite: MUSI 1301 or department approval

Co-requisite: MUSI 1216

Basic music theory with emphasis on part writing of figured bass and melody harmonization requiring all diatonic triads, dominant and supertonic seventh chords, and non-harmonic tones. Keyboard study of harmonic progressions

and melodic harmonizations requiring diatonic triads. Required of majors.OURSE DESCRIPTIONS

 

MUSI 1212 THEORY II – 2 Credits Syllabus

Prerequisite: MUSI 1211 or department approval

Co-requisite: MUSI 1217

A continuation of MUSI 1211. Required of majors.

 

MUSI 1216 ELEMENTARY EAR TRAINING I – 2 Credits

Prerequisite: MUSI 1171 or department approval

Singing tonal music in treble, bass, alto and tenor clefs. Aural study (including dictation) of rhythm, melody and diatonic harmony.

 

MUSI 1217 EAR TRAINING/ Sight-Singing II – 2 Credits

Singing tonal music in treble, bass, alto and tenor clefs. Aural study (including dictation) of rhythm, melody and diatonic harmony.

 

MUSI 1223 STUDIO ORCHESTRA I – 2  Credits

Major ensemble performing contemporary styles. Open to all students with consent of director. Performances required.

 

MUSI 1226/2266 SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA – 2 Credits

Performance and study of chamber, symphonic and string orchestra literature. Solo opportunities for advanced performers. For experienced string players and selected woodwind, brass and percussion players. Previous orchestra

experience preferred but not required.

 

MUSI 1227 COMMUNITY COLLEGE BAND – 2 Credits

This class is designed for full or part-time students who desire to improve their performance levels on band instruments, observe rehearsal methods and techniques, and learn band organizational strategies. Performance required.

 

MUSI 1229 HARP ENSEMBLE – 2 Credits

This class is designed for full or part-time students who desired to improve their harp ensemble performance levels, observe rehearsal methods and techniques, and learn harp ensemble organizational strategies. Performances

required.

 

MUSI 1239 CHAMBER ENSEMBLE I – 2 Credits

Small instrumental ensembles: wind, string, brass, percussion, piano. Designed to provide ensemble experience for instrumental majors. Open to all qualified students. Placement audition required.

MUSI 1254 CHAMBER VOCAL ENSEMBLE – 2 Credits

Madrigal or other small vocal ensemble. Open to non-majors. Performances required.

 

MUSI 1301 MUSIC FUNDAMENTALS – 3 Credits

An introduction to the elements of music, including study of clefs, staff, key signatures, notation, meter, and rhythm, sight singing, major and minor chords, ear training, basic keyboard harmony. Open to all students. Core Curriculum Course.

 

MUSI 1306 MUSIC APPRECIATION – 3 Credits Syllabus

A foundation course in understanding and enjoyment of music through the use of recorded music and song literature. Elements of music and analysis of music form and how they relate to compositional technique are explored. Open to

all students. Core Curriculum Course.

 

MUSI 1308 MUSIC LITERATURE I – 3 Credits

An introductory survey of the historical development of music as an art with emphasis on listening. Open to non-majors. Core Curriculum Course.

 

MUSI 1309 MUSIC LITERATURE II – 3 Credits

Continuation of MUSI 1308. Required of majors. Open to non-majors. Core Curriculum Course.

 

MUSI 1310 HISTORY AND LITERATURE OF RECORDED MUSIC IN AMERICA – 3 Credits Syllabus

Survey of recorded music in the United States from the earliest recordings to the present, with emphasis on commercial successes. Includes discussion of the technological evolution in sound recording and of record lists. Open to all students.

 

MUSI 1386 ARRANGING AND COMPOSITION I – 3 Credits

Prerequisite: MUSI 1211 or department approval

Discussion and practical applications in arranging and composing for various types of musical ensembles and styles. Further study in orchestration.

 

MUSI 2135 JAZZ ENSEMBLE II – 1 Credit

Prerequisite: MUSI 1135

Small ensemble specializing in jazz improvisation and performance. May be repeated for credit.

 

MUSI 2139 CHAMBER MUSIC II – 1 Credit

Prerequisite: MUSI 1139 or department approval

Small ensemble concentrating on chamber music. May be repeated for credit.

 

MUSI 2140 MUSIC FORUM II – 1 Credit

Emphasis on faculty and student recitals, stylistic interpretation of commercial music forms. Seminar discussions, lectures and demonstrations by music industry representatives and artists. May be repeated for credit.

 

MUSI 2159 MUSICAL THEATRE II – 1 Credit

Study and performance of literature from musical theatre, including operetta, reviews and musical

comedy, basic vocal and movement skills. Performance and rehearsals required. Open to all students by audition.

 

MUSI 2160 GERMAN DICTION FOR SINGERS – 1 Credit

Study of phonetic sounds of German to promote ability to sing the language. Open to all vocal students. May be repeated.

 

MUSI 2161 FRENCH DICTION FOR SINGERS – 1 Credit

Study of phonetic sounds of French to promote ability to sing the language. Open to all vocal students. May be repeated.

MUSI 2163/2164 IMPROVISATION III AND IV – 1 Credit

Prerequisite: MUSI 1164

 A study of the chord structures of jazz with emphasis on extemporaneous performance (improvisation). Some emphasis on the development of a repertory of standard jazz harmonic patterns.

MUSI 2181 PIANO CLASS III – 1 Credit

Continuation of MUSI 1182. May be repeated. Required of majors. Open to non-majors.

 

MUSI 2182 PIANO CLASS IV – 1 Credit

Continuation of MUSI 2181. May be repeated. Required of majors. Open to non-majors.

 

MUSI 2211 THEORY III – 2 Credits

Prerequisite: MUSI 1212 or department approval

Emphasis on part-writing, figured bass, and melody harmonization and compositional techniques using all diatonic chords, modulations, instrumental and choral styles, two- and three-part forms. Keyboard study of harmonic

progressions, melody harmonizations and modulations to closely related keys. Required of majors.

 

MUSI 2212 THEORY IV – 2 Credits

Prerequisite: MUSI 2211 or department approval

Continuation of MUSI 2211. Required of majors.

 

MUSI 2216 EAR TRAINING/ SIGHT-SINGING III – 2 Credits

Singing more difficult tonal music, including modal, ethnic and 20th century materials. Drills in sight-singing and ear training. Aural study (including dictation) of more complex rhythm, melody, chromatic harmony and extending

tertian structures.

 

MUSI 2217 EAR TRAINING/SIGHT-SINGING IV – 2 Credits

Singing more difficult tonal music, including modal ethnic and 20th century materials. Drills in sight-singing and ear training. Aural study (including dictation) of more complex rhythm, melody, chromatic harmony and extended

tertian structures.

 

MUSI 2223 STUDIO ORCHESTRA II – 2 Credits

Prerequisite: MUSI 1223

Major ensemble performing contemporary styles. Open to all students with consent of director. Performances required. May be repeated for credit.

 

MUSI 2227 COMMUNITY COLLEGE BAND II – 2 Credits

Prerequisite: MUSI 1227 or department approval

This class is designed for full or part-time students who desire to improve their performance levels on band instruments, observe rehearsal methods and techniques, and learn band organizational strategies. Performance required. May be repeated for credit.

 

MUSI 2229 HARP ENSEMBLE – 2 Credits

Prerequisite: MUSI 1229

This class is designed for full or part-time students who desire to improve their harp ensemble performance levels, observe rehearsal methods and techniques, and learn harp organizational strategies. Performance required. May be

repeated for credit.

 

MUSI 2239 CHAMBER ENSEMBLE II – 2 Credits

A continuation of MUSI 1239. Open to all qualified students. Audition required.

 

MUSI 2241 COMMUNITY COLLEGE CHORUS – 2 Credits

This class is designed for full or part-time students who desire to improve their voice ensemble

performance levels, observe rehearsal methods and techniques, and learn choir organizational

strategies. Performances required. May be repeated for credit.

 

MUSI 2258 OPERA WORKSHOP – 2 Credits

Prerequisite: audition or department approval.

Designed to provide young singers practical operatic experience in the entire operas or operatic excerpts. May fulfill ensemble requirement for degree. May be repeated. Performance required. OURSE DESCRIPTIONS

 

MUSI 2386 ARRANGING AND COMPOSITION II – 3 Credits

Prerequisite: MUSI 1386

Arranging and composition projects including composition and copying. Composition techniques using sound synthesis, mid sequencing and sampling techniques. Additional projects may include song writing, show writing, jingles, video and film.

 

MUSP 1201 APPLIED COMMERCIAL MUSIC: ARRANGING AND COMPOSITION – 2 Credits

Private instruction in arranging and composition with goals related to jazz or commercial music. The student will demonstrate proficiency in commercial music repertoire and technique; develop a professional, disciplined approach

to performance skills; and present a juried performance for faculty.

 

MUSP 1203 APPLIED COMMERCIAL MUSIC: ACOUSTIC BASS – 2 Credits

Private instruction in acoustic bass with goals related to jazz or commercial music.

 

MUSP 1204 APPLIED COMMERCIAL MUSIC: BASS GUITAR – 2 Credits

Private instruction in bass guitar with goals related to jazz or commercial music.

 

MUSP 1205 APPLIED COMMERCIAL MUSIC: COMMERCIAL GUITAR – 2 Credits

Private instruction in commercial guitar with goals related to jazz or commercial music.

 

MUSP 1206 APPLIED COMMERCIAL MUSIC: DOBRO GUITAR – 2 Credits

Private instruction in Dobro guitar with goals related to jazz or commercial music.

 

MUSP 1207 APPLIED COMMERCIAL MUSIC: ELECTRIC GUITAR – 2 Credits

Private instruction in electric guitar with goals related to jazz or commercial music.

 

MUSP 1211 APPLIED COMMERCIAL MUSIC: FIDDLE – 2 Credits

Private instruction in fiddle with goals related to jazz or commercial music.

 

MUSP 1215 APPLIED COMMERCIAL MUSIC: MANDOLIN – 2 Credits

Private instruction in mandolin with goals related to jazz or commercial music.

 

MUSP 1217 APPLIED COMMERCIAL MUSIC: PERCUSSION – 2 Credits

Private instruction in percussion with goals related to jazz or commercial music.

 

MUSP 1219 APPLIED COMMERCIAL MUSIC: PIANO – 2 Credits

Private instruction in piano with goals related to jazz or commercial music.

 

MUSP 1221 APPLIED COMMERCIAL MUSIC: STEEL GUITAR – 2 Credits

Private instruction in steel guitar with goals related to jazz or commercial music.

 

MUSP 1223 APPLIED COMMERCIAL MUSIC: SYNTHESIZER – 2 Credits

Private instruction in the synthesizer with goals related to jazz or commercial music.

 

MUSP 1225 APPLIED COMMERCIAL MUSIC: TRUMPET – 2 Credits

Private instruction in the trumpet with goals related to jazz or commercial music.

 

MUSP 1227 APPLIED COMMERCIAL MUSIC: VOICE – 2 Credits

Private instruction in voice with goals related to jazz or commercial music.

 

MUSP 1240 LARGE COMMERCIAL MUSIC ENSEMBLE: BAND – 2 Credits

Participation in a large band concentrating on commercial music performance styles.

 

MUSP 1241 LARGE COMMERCIAL MUSIC ENSEMBLE: SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA – 2 Credits

Participation in a large symphony orchestra concentrating on commercial music performance styles.

 

MUSP 1242 SMALL COMMERCIAL MUSIC ENSEMBLE – 2 Credits

Participation in a small commercial music ensemble concentrating on commercial music performance styles.

 

MUSP 1245 SMALL COMMERCIAL MUSIC ENSEMBLE: CHAMBER – 2 Credits

Participation in a chamber ensemble concentrating on commercial music performance styles.

 

MUSP 1250 SMALL COMMERCIAL MUSIC ENSEMBLE: JAZZ – 2 Credits

Participation in a jazz ensemble concentrating on commercial music performance styles.

 

MUSP 1255 SMALL COMMERCIAL MUSIC ENSEMBLE: STUDIO ORCHESTRA – 2 Credits

Participation in a studio orchestra concentrating on commercial music performance styles.

 

MUSP 1292 SPECIAL TOPICS IN MUSIC - PIANO AND ORGAN PERFORMANCE – 2 Credits

Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student.

 

MUSP 1293 SPECIAL TOPICS IN MUSIC - VOICE AND CHORAL/ OPERA PERFORMANCE – 2 Credits

Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student.OURSE DESCRIPTIONS

 

MUSP 1308 MUSIC THEATER I – 3 Credits

Suggested Prerequisite: Approval of director

Presentation of literature from the musical theater including operetta, revues, and musical comedy with emphasis on vocal and movement skills.

 

MUSP 1329 LIVE PERFORMANCE PRESENTATION – 3 Credits

A study of the presentation of music to the public including development of image and stagecraft, production elements, and effective presentation programming.

 

MUSP 2203 COMMERCIAL CLASS PIANO – 2 Credits

Suggested Prerequisite: college level piano skills

Development of keyboard skills for commercial music majors including blues progressions and scales, modal harmony, and extensive use of the ii-V7-I progression with appropriate keyboard voicing.

 

MUSP 2206 COMMERCIAL VOCAL ENSEMBLE: GENERAL – 2 Credits

Participation in a vocal ensemble concentrating on commercial vocal music performance styles.

 

MUSP 2207 COMMERCIAL VOCAL ENSEMBLE: JAZZ – 2 Credits

Participation in a vocal ensemble concentrating on commercial vocal jazz performance styles.

 

MUSP 2231 APPLIED COMMERCIAL MUSIC: ARRANGING AND COMPOSITION – 2 Credits

Private instruction in arranging and composition with goals related to jazz or commercial music.

 

MUSP 2304 PIANO STUDIO I – 3 Credits

Suggested Prerequisite: college level piano performance

Presentation of keyboard, theoretical, and aural instructional strategies. Survey of beginning methods; series, solo, and technique books; basic techniques of improvisation, and professional affiliations.

 

MUSP 2308 OPERA WORKSHOP I – 3 Credits

Suggested Prerequisite: MUSP 1227

Skill development in staged performances of operatic literature for singers.

 

MUSP 2338 MUSIC THEATER II – 3 Credits

Suggested Prerequisite: MUSP 1308

Advanced presentation of literature from the musical theater including operetta, revues, and/or musical comedy with emphasis on high level vocal and movement skills and an advanced leadership role in a production.

 

MUSP 2339 OPERA WORKSHOP II – 3 Credits

Suggested Prerequisite: MUSC 2308

Advanced skill development in staged performances of operatic literature for singers including the leadership role.

 

MUSP 2344 PIANO STUDIO II – 3 Credits

Suggested Prerequisite: MUSC 2304

A course in advanced keyboard, theoretical, and aural instructional strategies. Survey of intermediate to advanced methods; series, solo and technique books; techniques of improvisation; professional affiliations; and piano studio operations. Emphasis on style and performance.