A general survey of the great movements in the development of music as an art form from the ancient times through the Baroque period. Emphasis is placed on score reading and analysis. The ability to read music notation is assumed for a student taking this class.

Prerequisites

MUSI 121

Every Fall

Previously: MUSI 210

A general survey of the development of music during Viennese Classical and nineteenth century Romantic periods to the present. Emphasis is placed on score reading and analysis. The ability to read music notation is assumed for a student taking this class.

Prerequisites

MUSI 1301

Every Spring

Previously: MUSI 212

Chromaticism is approached through the study of secondary function harmonies, including secondary dominants and secondary leading-tone chords and how they function in modulations to closely related keys. Basic formal practices are covered including binary, ternary and variation forms. Larger formal units such as sonata and rondo forms are also introduced. Emphasis is placed on writing modulations to closely related keys through the use of secondary function chords in a formal context.

Prerequisites

MUSI 1301

Corequisites

MUSI 2310

Every Fall

Previously: MUSI 220

This course begins with contrapuntal genres including the chorale prelude, the two-voice invention and fugal processes. Expanded chromatic harmonies such as Neapolitan and augmented sixth chords are followed by modulation to distantly related keys. Increased chromaticism and tonal ambiguity are explored by expanded tertian structures, enharmonic usages of chromatic harmonies, and chromatic third relationships.

Prerequisites

MUSI 2300

Corequisites

MUSI 2311

Every Spring

Previously: MUSI 221

This course develops aural and rhythmic skills toward a goal of comprehensive musicianship training. Aural identification of musical concepts and realization of concepts through sight-singing are stressed through group activities, software programs, dictation exercises and class lectures.

Corequisites

MUSI 2300

Every Fall

Previously: MUSI 220L

This course develops aural and rhythmic skills toward a goal of comprehensive musicianship training. Aural identification of musical concepts and realization of concepts through sight-singing are stressed through group activities, software programs, dictation exercises and class lectures.

Corequisites

MUSI 2301

Every Spring

Previously: MUSI 221L

This course is designed to deepen your understanding of both the theoretical and practical aspects of guitar playing. Leveraging the Fretboard Biology program, students will engage with comprehensive video lectures, interactive exercises, and class instruction to master intermediate guitar techniques. Key areas of focus include music theory, fretboard logic, technique development, improvisation, and rhythm guitar. By the end of this course, students will have a solid foundation to advance their guitar proficiency.

Every Fall and Spring

Previously: MUSI 143

Building upon the foundations established in Intermediate Guitar I, this course continues the journey through the Fretboard Biology program. Students will delve deeper into advanced concepts such as complex chord structures, sophisticated improvisational techniques, and diverse rhythm guitar styles. The curriculum emphasizes practical application, ensuring that students can confidently express themselves across various musical genres. Upon completion, participants will be equipped with the skills necessary to perform at an advanced level.

Every Fall and Spring

Previously: MUSI 144

This course is the third semester of instruction for students new to the piano, and will assist in preparation for the Piano Proficiency Examination. Keyboard reading and technique are further developed and harmonization is realized throughout major and minor tonalities. Scalar and arpeggio techniques are covered as well as preparation for further requirements in the vocal/choral or instrumental area. Ensemble and solo literature are further explored. Additional fees may apply.

Every Fall

Previously: MUSI 154

This course is the fourth semester of instruction for students new to the piano, and will assist in preparation for the Piano Proficiency Examination. Keyboard reading and technique are further developed and harmonization is realized throughout major and minor tonalities. Scalar and arpeggio techniques are covered as well as preparation for further requirements in the vocal/choral or instrumental area. Ensemble and solo literature are further explored. Additional fees may apply.

Every Spring

Previously: MUSI 155

This course explores the process of training voices specifically for the instrumental music major to achieve technical and musical understanding informed by the findings of Vocal Science. Topics include anatomical structures, maturational changes, voice classifications, the vocal process, sequencing of technical objectives and repertoire, therapeutic exercises, psychological issues and learning styles, diction skills, resources for the vocal professional, and specific schools of vocal pedagogy.

Occasionally

Previously: MUSI 108

This course is designed to increase the signer's awareness of the structure and characteristics of diction in English and foreign language song texts. The International Phonetic Alphabet will be used extensively. The student will develop the ability to transliterate Italian, German, French, and English song texts into IPA symbols. He/she will also learn to read IPA transliterations of those languages with stylistic accuracy. The anatomy of consonant and vowel formation in the various languages will be studied. Recommended Freshman or Sophomore year.

Every other Fall, even years

Previously: MUSI 236

General instructional content, performance practices, and discovering problems relating to all brass instruments are explained. History, fingerings, acoustics, mouthpieces, mutes, transpositions, literature, pedagogical resources, listening, and instructional techniques are among the materials covered in this course.

Fall odd years

Previously: MUSI 250

Elementary class instruction in violin, viola, violoncello, and contrabass. This class is designed to introduce undergraduate music education students to the elementary playing techniques of orchestral stringed instruments through demonstration and explanation of such fundamentals as correct position, correct holding, tuning, Left/Right-hand techniques, intonation, tone production, and various bowing articulations.

Corequisites

MUSI 2425

Fall, even years

Previously: MUSI 251

A pedagogical study of clarinet, saxophone, flute, oboe and bassoon designed for the student who is preparing to be an instrumental teacher. Students who successfully complete the requirements of this course will be able to provide instruction on woodwind instruments and have basic performing skills necessary for demonstration purposes in teaching.

Spring, even years

Previously: MUSI 252

This course prepares future music educators for the task of teaching percussionists. Emphasis is on identifying basic techniques for the development of good percussionists and appropriate literature to achieve this goal. Students will experience percussion instruments first-hand through performance.

Corequisites

MUSI 2423

Every other Spring, odd years

Previously: MUSI 253

This course is designed to develop the student's ability to teach others how to sing. Emphasis is placed on diagnosis of vocal problems and proper methods of dealing with these problems. An extensive survey is made of solo vocal literature that is suitable for the junior high and high school student.

Occasionally

Previously: MUSI 336