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MUC 1101 APPLIED MUSIC COMPOSITION 2 credits

Prerequisite: MUT 1001 or equivalent and departmental permission. Students practice compositional skills with assignments and projects to demonstrate an understanding of the basic materials, devices, and processes for composing music in the small forms. The course is a survey of styles of the major creative movements, with emphasis on twentieth century techniques. This course may be taken two (2) times for credit. One hour private lesson plus one hour seminar class each week.

MUC 1311 STUDIO MUSIC APPLICATIONS 2 credits

Prerequisite: Departmental permission. This course will introduce students to the applications related to studio recording and electronic music production. Sequencing, notation and synthesis techniques will be studied and applied in compositional and arranging assignments. This course may be taken two (2) times for credit. One hour lesson per week plus two hours each week working in the Music Technology Laboratory on assigned projects. 16 contact hours.

MUC 1603 ANALYSIS OF SONG LYRICS 3 credits

Prerequisite: REA 0001. This course is the study of song lyrics in popular music. Studies include twentieth and twenty-first century historical perspectives, song form, content and imagery, and the effect that phonetic tone and diction have on cogency. The course objective is to educate the aspiring songwriter on the usage of sophisticated techniques in contemporary lyrical construction. 47 contact hours.

MUC 1606 A COMPOSERS GUIDE TO THE RECORDING STUDIO 3 credits

Prerequisite: MUC 1616. This course is designed to give the contemporary composer a working knowledge of the recording studio and the skills required to be successful in its use.  Topics of study are record production common practice, arrangement and orchestration theory when recording, tracking session techniques, mix-down and mastering responsibilities, and Apple Final Cut Studio basics. 47 contact hours.

MUC 1616 INTRODUCTION TO FILM SCORING 2 credits

Prerequisite: MUC 1101 or equivalent, and departmental permission. This course is an introduction to film scoring comprised of (a) an overview and discussion of the history of music as used for the purpose of underscoring motion pictures; (b) discussion and demonstration of the function of "incidental" music in film, and the various philosophies regarding its usage; (c) projects and assignments in composing for actual film sequences, learning to master the devices and techniques of editing and synchronizing music "cues" to the film clips, One hour private lesson plus one hour seminar class each week. 32 contact hours.

MUC 2000 SONGWRITING 2 credits

Prerequisite: MUT 1001. This course is designed to introduce students to the craft of songwriting as well as to help experienced songwriters discover new strategies to expand their technique.  Focus is on contemporary music, especially, but not limited to, popular music and jazz. The course provides information that can be immediately applied to composing songs. 32 contact hours.

MUG 2101 ELEMENTS OF CONDUCTING 3 credits

Prerequisite: MUT 1111 or equivalent. This course is an introduction to the skill and art of musical conducting. Students will develop the physical skills involved with conducting using the baton and hands. Methods of choral and instrumental conducting will be explored and practiced using members of the class as performers as well as existing musical ensembles. Rehearsal preparation and techniques will also be explored. 47 contact hours.

MUH 1110 INTRODUCTION TO MUSIC 3 credits

"G" Prerequisite: ENC 0020 or EAP 1695 or satisfactory score on the placement test. This course is a general survey of the world's great music and its composers, with emphasis upon the development of intelligent listening. This course is designed for the non-music major. This course partially satisfies the writing requirements outlined in the General Education Requirements. 47 contact hours.

MUH 2052 THE MUSIC OF THE WORLD 3 credits

Prerequisite: REA 0001. This course exposes students to musical traditions across the world through cultural context, approached through study, directed listening, performance, writing and research. It explores selected musical cultures of the major continental regions of the globe, including Native Americans, Africa, Eastern Europe, India, Asia, and Latin America. 47 contact hours.

MUL 1010 INTRODUCTION TO MUSIC HISTORY 3 credits

"G" Prerequisite: (ENC 0020 and REA 0002) or (EAP 1695) or (satisfactory score on the SPC placement test). This course is designed to acquaint the student with musical styles and their historical backgrounds. It is intended for music majors but open to all students who are able to read music. This course partially satisfies the writing requirements as outlined in the General Education Requirements. 47 contact hours.

MUL 1017 HISTORY OF ROCK I (1950-1969) 3 credits

Prerequisite: REA 0001. This course is the first of three sections in the study of the history of rock and popular music from 1950 to present.  Studies will include historical time-lines, stylistic mutation, correlations with concurrent historical events and pop culture changes, and the technological advances that were a contributing factor to the evolution of this music genre.  This course will prepare students for History of Rock II (1970-1989). 47 contact hours.

MUL 1402 PIANO LITERATURE 3 credits

This course is designed to acquaint the student with literature for the piano and its keyboard predecessors, such as the harpsichord and clavichord.  It is open to all students with a background in music who are able to read music fluently. 47 contact hours.

MUL 2018 HISTORY OF ROCK II (1970-1989) 3 credits

Prerequisite: MUL 1017. This course is the second of three courses in the study of the history of rock and popular music from 1950 to present.  The course will include historical time-lines, stylistic mutation, correlations with concurrent historical events and pop culture changes, and the technological advances that were a contributing factor to the evolution of this music genre.  This course will prepare students for History of Rock- Section III (1990-Present). 47 contact hours.

MUL 2019 HISTORY OF ROCK III (1990-Present) 3 credits

Prerequisite: MUL 2018. This course is the third of three sections in the study of the history of rock and popular music from 1950 to present.  The course will include historical time-lines, stylistic mutation, correlations with concurrent historical events and pop culture changes, and the technological advances that were a contributing factor to the evolution of this music genre. 47 contact hours.

MUL 2380 HISTORY OF POPULAR MUSIC 3 credits

Prerequisite: REA 0001. This course is a survey of various styles of popular music from 1840 to the present including folk music, ragtime, musical theater, blues, jazz, rock, and electronic music.  47 contact hours.

MUM 1034 VOCAL COACHING FOR THE RECORDING STUDIO 2 credits

Prerequisite: REA 0001. Audition required. This course is for vocal students in the first year of study in the music industry recording arts program. The instruction concentrates on training singers who are preparing for a career in commercial singing, with a focus of the physical processes of voice, effective vocal recording technique, and the study and development of music promotional materials for the vocalist. Class activities involve both individual and group singing experiences. This course may be taken 2 times for a maximum of 4 credits. 32 contact hours.

MUM 1310 LEGAL ISSUES FOR THE MUSICIAN I - COURT SYSTEM AND CONTRACT LAW 1 credits

Prerequisite: REA 0001. This course is intended to provide an overview of basic concepts and laws within the American legal system as it applies to issues within the music industry.  Topics covered include the structure of the American court system, the legal environment of business, and the principles of contract law. 16 contact hours.

MUM 1311 LEGAL ISSUES FOR THE MUSICIAN II - INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LAW 1 credits

Prerequisite: MUM 1310. This course is intended to provide an overview of basic concepts of intellectual property law as it applies to music issues.  Topics covered include the creation and protection of intellectual property including domestic and foreign rights and enforcement as they apply to music performance and publishing. 16 contact hours.

MUM 1312 LEGAL ISSUES FOR THE MUSICIAN III - LABOR AND EMPLOYMENT LAW 1 credits

Prerequisite: MUM 1310. This course is intended to provide an overview of basic concepts and laws within labor and employment law as it applies to musicians.  Topics covered include the employment relationship and independent contractors, agency relationships, and employment regulation as it pertains to those in the music industry. 17 contact hours.

MUM 1623 ELECTRONIC MUSIC: SYNTHESIS AND SAMPLING I 3 credits

Prerequisite: MUM 2600, MUS 1621, MUT 1001, or permission of the dean. This course is the first of a two-semester curriculum exploring how electronic music synthesis and sampling is used in modern music production. The history of synthesis, analog sound reproduction, hardware component types, and hands-on practical application are areas of study. 47 contact hours.

MUM 1662 LIVE SOUND REINFORCEMENT TECHNIQUES 3 credits

Prerequisite: MUM 2601, MUM 2601L, MUS 1621, MUT 1001, or permission of the dean. Corequisite: MUM 1942. This course is the study of contemporary live sound reinforcement engineering techniques. All aspects of working in the live sound environment such as; audio component types, venue acoustical considerations, signal processing, application specific technical considerations, microphone techniques, mixing techniques, and sound crew protocol and common practice are topics of study. 47 contact hours.

MUM 1942 INTERNSHIP: SOUND ENGINEERING I 3 credits

Prerequisite: MUM 2601, MUM 2601L, MUS 1621, MUT 1001, or permission of the dean. Corequisite: MUM 1662. This course is the first of two semesters of study, and is designed to enable students to evolve individually, and as a group, toward the utilization of sound engineering technology in a professional setting. Students will utilize audio engineering skills and techniques acquired in the classroom and apply these techniques in a pre-determined audio recording or live sound reinforcement situation. Students will explore their audio production discipline in a direct supervised, on-site, training program/internship for knowledge and experience. The emphasis will be a “hands-on” approach working with other students in an appropriately equipped performance venue and incorporating academic discussions and practices with job related experience. 47 contact hours.

MUM 2600 MUSIC TECHNOLOGY AND RECORDING TECHNIQUES I 3 credits

Prerequisite: MUS 1360 or permission of the Dean. Corequisites: MUT 1001 and MUS 1621 or permission of the Dean. This introductory course in the music technology sequence presents recording concepts and historical milestones, signal flow theory, analog and digital basics, studio protocol and infrastructure, and critical music technology nomenclature. This course will prepare students for Music Technology and Recording Techniques II.  47 contact hours.

MUM 2601 MUSIC TECHNOLOGY AND RECORDING TECHNIQUES II 3 credits

Prerequisite: MUM 2600. Corequisite: MUM 2601L. This second course in the music technology sequence presents techniques used in working with Digidesign Pro Tools hardware and software. Digital audio theory, basic Pro Tools configuration techniques, graphical user interface (GUI) topography, and session initiation will be explored.  This course prepares students for Music Technology and Recording Techniques III.  47 contact hours.

MUM 2601L MUSIC TECHNOLOGY AND RECORDING TECHNIQUES II LAB 1 credits

Prerequisite: MUM 2600. Corequisite: MUM 2601. This course serves to provide the student with an introduction to digital audio recording by applying concepts put forth in MUM 2600 and MUM 2601 to computer-based recording set-ups.  Skills will be developed that will enable the student to operate a Pro Tools system at an introductory level.  This course will prepare students for Music Technology and Recording Techniques III.  32 contact hours.

MUM 2602 MUSIC TECHNOLOGY AND RECORDING TECHNIQUES III 3 credits

Prerequisite: MUM 2601/2601L. Corequisite: MUM 2602L. This third course in the music technology sequence presents advanced techniques used in working with Digidesign Pro Tools hardware and software.  Professional recording, editing, and mix-down techniques will be explored. This course will prepare students for Music Technology and Recording Techniques IV.  47 contact hours.

MUM 2602L MUSIC TECHNOLOGY AND RECORDING TECHNIQUES III LAB 1 credits

Prerequisite: MUM 2601/2601L. Corequisite: MUM 2602. This course provides opportunities for students to practice digital audio manipulation in a studio setting.  The course of study will include advanced recording, editing, and mix-down techniques within the Pro Tools environment. This course will prepare students for Music Technology and Recording Techniques IV.  32 contact hours.

MUM 2603 MUSIC TECHNOLOGY AND RECORDING TECHNIQUES IV 3 credits

Prerequisite: MUM 2602/2602L. This fourth course in the music technology sequence presents live recording and professional level production techniques used in working with Digidesign Pro Tools hardware and software. The course of study will include applied recording, editing, and mix-down techniques in a "real world" setting utilizing learned skills to capture a live performance and present a final mix for evaluation.  47 contact hours.

MUM 2609 CRITICAL LISTENING: ANALYSIS OF CONTEMPORARY PRODUCTION TECHNIQUES 3 credits

Prerequisite: MUM 2600, MUS 1621, MUT 1001. This course is an in-depth study of production techniques used in contemporary popular music.  Song structure, style characteristics, arranging techniques, recording methods, and mix-down and mastering processes will be analyzed and discussed. 47 contact hours.

MUM 2640 POST PRODUCTION SOUND 3 credits

Prerequisite: MUM 2601/2601L, MUS 1621, MUT 1001, or permission of the dean. This course is the study of contemporary audio post-production engineering techniques. The goal of this curriculum is to prepare the student for a career in post-production audio. Dialogue editing, sound effects, automated dialogue replacement (ADR), music editing, mixing, and delivery methods are topics of study. 47 contact hours.

MUM 2700 AN INTRODUCTION TO THE BUSINESS OF MUSIC 1 credits

Prerequisite: REA 0001. This course focuses on the fundamentals of the music business specific to managing performance, recording, publishing, and distribution trends. 16 contact hours.

MUM 2702 PROMOTING AND MERCHANDISING MUSICIANS 1 credits

Prerequisite: REA 0001. This course focuses on strategies used to promote emerging musicians and their music. Specific resources are reviewed for creating promotional campaigns, increasing listener awareness, and developing a regular schedule of performing. Students will also review the most common contract terms entered into by musicians. 16 contact hours.

MUM 2945 INTERNSHIP: SOUND ENGINEERING II 3 credits

Prerequisite: MUM 1942 or permission of the dean. This course is the second of two semesters of study, and is designed to enable students to evolve individually, and as a group, toward the advanced utilization of sound engineering technology in a professional setting. Students will utilize audio engineering skills and techniques acquired in the classroom and previous internships, and apply these techniques in a pre-determined audio recording or live sound reinforcement situation. Students will explore their audio production discipline in a non-direct supervised, on-site, training program/internship for knowledge and experience. The emphasis will be a “hands-on” approach working with other students in an appropriately equipped performance venue and incorporating academic discussions and practices with job related experience. 47 contact hours.

MUN 1031 POP MUSIC ENSEMBLE I 1 credits

Prerequisite: REA 0001. Audition required. Open to both instrumentalists (any instruments) and singers, this course is the study and performance of commercial music. Emphasis is placed on learning a wide variety of popular music styles heard on radio, television, soundtracks and Web-based music distribution systems. 47 contact hours.

MUN 1032 POP MUSIC ENSEMBLE II 1 credits

Prerequisite: MUN 1031. Open to both instrumentalists (any instruments) and singers, this course is a continuation of Pop Music Ensemble I and is a more advanced study of commercial music performance. Members should be competent on their instruments and/or voice and have fluency in music reading and knowledge of chord symbols. 47 contact hours.

MUN 1120 COLLEGE BAND 1 credits

Audition required. This course is the study and performance of standard band literature.  Emphasis is placed on exposure and learning the highest quality literature for winds and percussion through rehearsal and performance. 47 contact hours.

MUN 1210 COLLEGE ORCHESTRA 1 credits

Prerequisite: Audition or permission of instructor. The College Orchestra provides instrumentalists in the College and community an opportunity to perform works representative of a broad spectrum of orchestral literature, refine techniques of ensemble playing, and present concerts each term. Membership is by permission of the director. Music majors who are string players are required to participate. 47 contact hours.

MUN 1310 COLLEGE CHORUS 1 credits

Prerequisite: REA 0001 if degree seeking. Open to all students, non-music majors welcomed. The College Chorus is both a training organization and a performance group.  Basic techniques of singing are developed through group and sectional rehearsals. This training and the preparation of works for performance, with the experience inherent in this learning process, take precedence. Basic repertoire and rehearsal techniques, valuable tools in the music profession, are also emphasized. 45 contact hours. May be taken every semester.

MUN 1340 MADRIGALIANS 1 credits

Corequisite: MUN 1310. This course is offered as a select choral performance ensemble to those students who have successfully auditioned for the director.  Survey and performance of secular choral music from the sixteenth through the twenty-first centuries will be conducted during the semester. Extensive sight-reading of ensemble literature and frequent performances. Open to all students, non-music majors welcomed.  47 contact hours.

MUN 1440 PERCUSSION ENSEMBLE 1 credits

Departmental permission required. This course is the study and performance of literature in the percussion medium.  32 contact hours.

MUN 1710 JAZZ BAND 1 credits

Audition required. This course is the study and performance of instrumental ensemble music in the jazz and popular medium. 47 contact hours.

MUN 1711 JAZZ COMBO 1 credits

Prerequisite: REA 0001. Audition required. This course is the study and performance of instrumental and vocal ensemble music in a Jazz Combo setting.  Students will be required to play instrumental and vocal music, in several jazz styles. 47 contact hours.

MUN 1712 JAZZ COMBO II 1 credits

Prerequisite: REA 0001. Audition Required. This course is the study and performance of instrumental and vocal ensemble music in a Jazz Combo setting.  Students will be required to play instrumental and vocal music, in several jazz styles.  47 contact hours.

MUN 1718 RHYTHM & BLUES ENSEMBLE 1 credits

Prerequisite: REA 0001. Audition required. This course is the study and performance of instrumental ensemble music in the Rhythm & Blues genre.  Students will be required to play instrumental and vocal music, in a Rhythm & Blues style.  47 contact hours.

MUN 1810 STEEL DRUM ENSEMBLE 1 credits

Prerequisite: Departmental permission required. This course involves the study and performance of percussion literature for the steel drum. 32 contact hours.

MUN 2004 RECORDING STUDIO ENSEMBLE 1 credits

Prerequisite: REA 0001. Audition required. This course is the study and performance of ensemble music as it is applied in a recording studio setting. Students will be required to play instrumental and vocal music, in a wide variety of genres, for the purpose of recording by production engineers. 47 contact hours.

MUO 1001 MUSICAL THEATRE WORKSHOP 1 credits

Prerequisite:  Audition. This is a practical course offering varied experience in the elements of musical theatre. The general repertoire will be surveyed to establish an acquaintance with the literature and one or more works will be produced. A staged production of scenes from one or more works will be presented. 32 contact hours.

MUO 2501 OPERA WORKSHOP 1 credits

Prerequisite: Audition. This course is an analytical study of the elements of opera theatre and is designed for the advanced voice student. The general repertoire is comprised of operatic scenes with emphasis on stage deportment, acting, vocal diction and character interpretation. 32 contact hours.

MUS 1010 STUDENT RECITAL 0 credits

Corequisite: Applied Music, principal instrument (such as MVK 1311, etc). This course requires attendance and participation in student recitals. Students will attend a workshop in recital etiquette and protocols. Students will participate in performance classes in their respective performing area at least once prior to scheduled recitals. Students will be required to attend all and perform in one of four or five scheduled music recitals each session. 8 contact hours.

MUS 1360 MUSIC AND COMPUTERS 3 credits

Prerequisite: REA 0001 if degree seeking. This course will introduce students to the applications of the computer as a tool to facilitate musical creativity. Students will become acquainted with Musical Instrument Digital Interface (MIDI) and digital recording technology through projects in sequencing, performing, notating, and printing their work. Appropriate software such as Protools, Finale, Sibelius, Sonar, Cubase and others will be studied and applied in composition and arranging assignments. 47 contact hours.

MUS 1621 ACOUSTICS AND PSYCHOACOUSTICS 3 credits

Corequisite: MUM 2600. This introductory course is a presentation of modern acoustic and psychoacoustic concepts as they pertain to music recording and production. The topics covered are sound generation, waveform theory, audio perception, electrical grounding concepts, applied acoustical studio design, listening environment analysis, and critical audio technology nomenclature.  This course will prepare students for all levels of Music Technology and Recording Techniques.  47 contact hours.

MUT 1001 FUNDAMENTALS OF MUSIC 3 credits

This course will enable students to acquire a thorough working knowledge of those rudiments basic to the pursuit of further study of musical theory and musical performance. It is for those students who are not ready for Music Theory, Introduction to Music History, and Applied Music courses. 47 contact hours.

MUT 1111 MUSIC THEORY I 3 credits

Prerequisite: MUT 1001 or Program Director approval. Corequisite: MUT 1241. This course is designed to introduce students to the principles of music notation, rhythm, construction of scales, keys and intervals, and the formation of chords. Harmony, using diatonic triads, combined with the introduction of non-harmonic tones is also included. The course provides points of interest for students pursuing music performance, analysis, composition and education. 47 contact hours.

MUT 1112 MUSIC THEORY II 3 credits

Prerequisite: MUT 1111 or Program Director approval. Corequisite: MUT 1242. This course is designed as a continuation of Music Theory I, with emphasis on harmonization, voice-leading, and figured bass. Compositional techniques for expanding melodic and harmonic frameworks are investigated through the exploration of phrases, cadences, and applied chords. 47 contact hours.

MUT 1241 AURAL THEORY I 1 credits

Prerequisite: MUT 1001 or Program Director approval. Corequisite: MUT 1111. This course is designed to provide the student with an introduction to ear-training and sight-singing, promoting the ability to notate live and recorded music, and to comprehend and perform printed music. Skills will be developed that enable recognition and recall of common musical patterns, as well as the ability to hear and understand music from a variety of musical styles. 32 contact hours.

MUT 1242 AURAL THEORY II 1 credits

Prerequisite: MUT 1241 or Program Director approval. Corequisite: MUT 1112. This course is designed as a continuation of Aural Theory I, with emphasis on harmonic progressions, applied chords, and melodic phrases. The student will also learn to perform and aurally identify common melodic embellishments and perform figured bass notation. 32 contact hours.

MUT 2116 MUSIC THEORY III 3 credits

Prerequisite: MUT 1112 or Program Director approval. Corequisite: MUT 2246. This course is designed as a continuation of Music Theory II, with emphasis on expansion of the harmonic vocabulary. The student will learn how color is added to compositions with chromatic resources ranging from modulation to extended chords, modal mixture, and altered chordss. Musical form and interpretation are also considered. 47 contact hours.

MUT 2117 MUSIC THEORY IV 3 credits

Prerequisite: MUT 2116 or Program Director approval. Corequisite: MUT 2247. This course is designed as a continuation of Music Theory III, with a spotlight on twentieth century music. The student will learn about modes, scales, and sets. Set theory, serial composition, twelve-tone rows, and post tonal music are explored. 47 contact hours.

MUT 2246 AURAL THEORY III 1 credits

Prerequisite: MUT 1242 or Program Director approval. Corequisite: MUT 2116. This course is designed as a continuation of Aural Theory II, with emphasis on harmonic expansion including modulations, chromatic approaches to dominant, and form. The student will also learn to perform and aurally identify chromatic music and asymmetrical meters. 32 contact hours.

MUT 2247 AURAL THEORY IV 1 credits

Prerequisite: MUT 2246 or Program Director approval. Corequisite: MUT 2117. This course is designed as a continuation of Aural Theory III, with emphasis on compositional materials of the twentieth century. The student will explore modes, scales, sets, serialism, and twelve-tone rows through guided listening and performance. The student will also learn new ways to organize rhythm, meter, and duration. 32 contact hours.

MUT 2341 COMMERCIAL MUSIC THEORY AND ARRANGING I 3 credits

Prerequisite: REA 0001. Corequisite: MUT 2341L. This course is designed to introduce students to the principles of melody, rhythm, and harmony in popular music and jazz from the viewpoint of the contemporary musician. The course provides information that can be immediately applied to composing and arranging music. 47 contact hours.

MUT 2341L COMMERCIAL EAR TRAINING I 1 credits

Corequisite: MUT 2341. Music is a sonic art form and the skill of deep listening is critical for successful commercial musicianship. Students will learn to notate basic rhythms and pitch, and understand the relationships sound and notation. Students will transcribe contemporary music from popular music and jazz sources. 32 contact hours.

MUT 2342 COMMERCIAL MUSIC THEORY AND ARRANGING II 3 credits

Prerequisite: MUT 2341. Corequisite: MUT 2342L. This course is a continuation of Commercial Music Theory and Arranging I and explores skills essential to arranging, harmonizing, and voicing, plus instrumentation, and creation of various types of beats. The course culminates with students creating authentic arrangements for rhythm section and popular music recordings. 47 contact hours.

MUT 2342L COMMERCIAL EAR TRAINING II 1 credits

Prerequisite: MUT 2341L. Corequisite: MUT 2342. This course is a continuation of Commercial Ear Training I, and the student will learn to notate complex rhythms and pitch, and develop the ability to quickly identify chords and progressions. The student will transcribe large forms from popular music and jazz sources. Music is a sonic art form and the skill of deep listening is critical for successful commercial musicianship. 32 contact hours.

MVB 1317 BRASS FOR ROCK, JAZZ, BLUES & FUNK I 2 credits

Prerequisite: REA 0001. Audition required. Private instruction. This course is for the music major in the first year of study in the secondary performance area. The private lesson focuses on a beginning to intermediate approach to the development of technique and music literature related to rock, jazz, blues & funk. This course may be taken 3 times for a maximum of 6 credits. One-hour lesson per week. 16 contact hours.

MVB 2327 BRASS FOR ROCK, JAZZ, BLUES & FUNK II 2 credits

Prerequiste: REA 0001. Audition required. Private instruction. This course is for the music major in the second year of study in the secondary performance area. The private lesson focuses on an intermediate to advanced approach to the development of technique and music literature related to rock, jazz, blues & funk. This course may be taken 3 times for a maximum of 6 credits. One-hour lesson per week. 16 contact hours.

MVJ 1010 APPLIED MUSIC ENRICHMENT - JAZZ PIANO 1-2 credits

Private instruction in jazz piano performance. This course is for students in the first year of study who are non-music majors or taking applied music for enrichment. This course may be taken 3 times for a maximum of 6 credits. One half-hour lesson or one hour lesson per week. 8 or 16 contact hours.

MVJ 2020 APPLIED MUSIC ENRICHMENT - JAZZ PIANO 1-2 credits

Private instruction in jazz piano performance. This course is a continuation of MVJ 1010 and is for students in the second year of study who are non-music majors or taking applied music for enrichment. This course may be taken 3 times for a maximum of 6 credits. One half-hour lesson or one hour lesson per week.  8 or 16 contact hours.

MVK 1011 APPLIED MUSIC ENRICHMENT - PIANO 1-2 credits

Private instruction. This course is for students in the first year of study who are non-music majors or taking applied music for enrichment. This course may be taken 3 times for a maximum of 6 credits. 8 or 16 contact hours. One half-hour lesson or one hour lesson per week.

MVK 1111 CLASS PIANO I 1 credits

Prerequisite: REA 0001 if degree seeking. This course is for beginning piano students meeting in groups of six or more. Emphasis is placed on music reading and elementary techniques. 32 contact hours.

MVK 1115 POPULAR PIANO TECHNIQUES 1-2 credits

Prerequisite: MUT 1111 or equivalent. This course will be private instruction in contemporary keyboard styles, including Jazz, Pop, Gospel, and Rock. Special emphasis will be given to stylistic harmonization and improvisation. One credit is one-half hour lesson per week. Two credits are one hour lesson per week. 8.5 contact hours or 17 contact hours.

MVK 1211 APPLIED MUSIC SECONDARY PIANO 1-2 credits

Corequisite: MUS 1010. Private instruction. This course is for the music major in the first year of study in the secondary performance area. The private lesson focuses on a beginning to intermediate approach to the development of technique and music literature. This course may be taken 3 times for a maximum of 6 credits. 1 or 2 credits. One half-hour lesson or one hour lesson per week. 8 or 16 contact hours.

MVK 1411 APPLIED PERFORMANCE PIANO 3 credits

Corequisite: MUS 1010. Admission into the course is by audition only. This course is designed for the performance music major who has prior private study. This course consists of one hour private lesson and one (1) repertory class per week. The private lesson focuses on a) the development of sound technique and b) the mastery of literature. The repertoire class addresses performance issues and will give the individual student an opportunity to perform for a small audience of peers and piano faculty to promote confidence in solo performance. This course may be repeated 3 times for a total of 9 credits. 47 contact hours.

MVK 2021 APPLIED MUSIC ENRICHMENT - PIANO 1-2 credits

Private Instruction. This course is a continuation of MVK 1011 and is for students in the second year of study who are non-music majors or taking applied music for enrichment. This course may be taken 3 times for a maximum of 6 credits. 8 or 16 contact hours. One half-hour lesson or one hour lesson per week.

MVK 2121 CLASS PIANO II 1 credits

Prerequisite: MVK 1111. As a continuation of Class Piano I, this course is designed to prepare students to pass minimum piano proficiency requirements in music-major programs. There is special emphasis upon harmonization of melodies, improvisation, and sight reading.  This course may be taken 3 times for credit. 32 contact hours.

MVK 2125 POPULAR PIANO TECHNIQUES II 1-2 credits

Prerequisite: MVK 1115. This course offers private instruction in contemporary keyboard styles, including jazz, pop, gospel, and rock at an advanced level. Special emphasis will be given to stylistic harmonization and improvisation. One credit is one-half hour lesson per week. Two credits are one hour lesson per week. 8.5 contact hours or 17 contact hours.

MVK 2221 APPLIED MUSIC SECONDARY PIANO 1-2 credits

Corequisite: MUS 1010. Private instruction. This course is a continuation of MVK 1211 and is for the music major in the second year of study in the secondary performance area. The private lesson focuses on an intermediate approach to the development of technique and music literature. This course may be taken 3 times for a maximum of 6 credits. 1 or 2 credits. 8 or 16 contact hours. One half-hour lesson or one hour lesson per week.

MVK 2421 APPLIED PERFORMANCE PIANO 3 credits

Corequisite: MUS 1010. Admission into the course is by audition only. This course is designed for the performance music major who has prior private study. This course consists of one hour private lesson and one (1) repertory class per week. The private lesson focuses on a) the development of sound technique and b) the mastery of literature. The repertoire class addresses performance issues and will give the individual student an opportunity to perform for a small audience of peers and piano faculty to promote confidence in solo performance. This course may be repeated 3 times for a total of 9 credits. 47 contact hours.

MVK 2423 APPLIED ORGAN PERFORMANCE 3 credits

Corequisite: MUS 1010. Admission into the course is by audition only. This course is designed for the performance music major who has prior private study. This course consists of one (1) hour private lesson and one (1) repertory class per week. The private lesson focuses on (a) the development of sound technique and (b) the mastery of literature. The repertoire class addresses performance issues and will give the individual student an opportunity to perform for a small audience of peers and piano faculty to promote confidence in solo performance. May be taken 3 times for a total of 9 credits. 47 contact hours.

MVK 2621C PIANO PEDAGOGY I 3 credits

Departmental permission required. This course is designed for piano students with an interest in teaching piano.  Through a study of methods, repertoire, and technical problems pertaining to private studio teaching, the course offers the student the opportunity to develop teaching skills for the elementary through early intermediate levels. 47 contact hours.

MVP 1317 DRUMS FOR ROCK, JAZZ, BLUES & FUNK I 2 credits

Prerequisite: REA 0001. Audition required. Private instruction. This course is for the music major in the first year of study in the secondary performance area. The private lesson focuses on a beginning to intermediate approach to the development of technique and music literature related to rock, jazz, blues & funk. This course may be taken 3 times for a maximum of 6 credits. One-hour lesson per week.  16 contact hours.

MVP 2327 DRUMS FOR ROCK, JAZZ, BLUES & FUNK II 2 credits

Prerequisite: REA 0001. Audition required. Private instruction. This course is for the music major in the second year of study in the secondary performance area. The private lesson focuses on an intermediate to advanced approach to the development of technique and music literature related to rock, jazz, blues & funk. This course may be taken 3 times for a maximum of 6 credits. One-hour lesson per week.  16 contact hours.

MVS 1317 ELECTRIC BASS FOR ROCK, JAZZ, BLUES & FUNK I 2 credits

Prerequisite: REA 0001. Audition required. Private instruction. This course is for the music major in the first year of study in the secondary performance area. The private lesson focuses on a beginning to intermediate approach to the development of technique and music literature related to rock, jazz, blues & funk. This course may be taken 3 times for a maximum of 6 credits. One-hour lesson per week.  16 contact hours.

MVS 1318 ELECTRIC GUITAR FOR ROCK, JAZZ, BLUES & FUNK I 2 credits

Prerequisite: REA 0001. Audition required. Private instruction. This course is for the music major in the first year of study in the secondary performance area. The private lesson focuses on a beginning to intermediate approach to the development of technique and music literature related to rock, jazz, blues & funk. This course may be taken 3 times for a maximum of 6 credits. One-hour lesson per week.  16 contact hours.

MVS 2327 ELECTRIC BASS FOR ROCK, JAZZ, BLUES & FUNK II 2 credits

Prerequisite: REA 0001. Audition Required. Private instruction. This course is for the music major in the second year of study in the secondary performance area. The private lesson focuses on an intermediate to advanced approach to the development of technique and music literature related to rock, jazz, blues & funk. This course may be taken 3 times for a maximum of 6 credits. One-hour lesson per week.  16 contact hours.

MVS 2328 ELECTRIC GUITAR FOR ROCK, JAZZ, BLUES & FUNK II 2 credits

Prerequisite: REA 0001. Audition required. Private instruction. This course is for the music major in the second year of study in the secondary performance area. The private lesson focuses on an intermediate to advanced approach to the development of technique and music literature related to rock, jazz, blues & funk. This course may be taken 3 times for a maximum of 6 credits. One-hour lesson per week.  16 contact hours.

MVV 1111 CLASS VOICE 1 credits

This course is for singers and instrumentalists with no previous vocal study with a focus on developing a basic foundation. Class activities emphasize vocal exercises, posture and breathing, and developing confidence. The class involves both individual and group singing experiences. This course may be taken 3 times for credit. 32 contact hours.

MVV 1317 POP VOCAL STYLE 2 credits

Prerequisite: MUM 1034. Private instruction. Audition required. This course is for vocal students in the second year of study in the music industry recording arts program. The private lesson focuses on an intermediate to advanced approach to the development of technique and music literature related to pop vocal performance.  This course may be taken 2 times for a maximum of 4 credits.  One-hour lesson per week.  16 contact hours.

MVV 1411 APPLIED PERFORMANCE VOICE 3 credits

Co-requisite: MUS 1010. Admission into the course is by audition only. This course is designed for the performance music major who has prior private study. This course consists of one hour private lesson and one (1) repertory class per week. The private lesson focuses on a) the development of vocal technique and b) the mastery of song literature. The repertoire class addresses performance issues and will give the individual student an opportunity to perform for a small audience of peers and voice faculty to promote confidence in solo performance. This course may be repeated 3 times for a total of 9 credits. 47 contact hours.

MVV 2121 CLASS VOICE II 1 credits

Prerequisite: MVV 1111. This course is a continuation of Class Voice I. May be taken 3 times for credit. 32 contact hours.

MVV 2327 POP VOCAL STYLE II 2 credits

Prerequisite: MVV 1317. Private instruction. Audition required. This course is for vocal students in the second year of study in the music industry recording arts program. The private lesson focuses on an intermediate to advanced approach to the development of technique and music literature related to pop vocal performance. This course may be taken 2 times for a maximum of 4 credits. One-hour lesson per week. 16 contact hours.

MVV 2421 APPLIED PERFORMANCE VOICE 3 credits

Corequisite: MUS 1010. Admission into the course is by audition only. This course is designed for the performance music major who has prior private study. This course consists of one hour private lesson and one (1) repertory class per week. The private lesson focuses on a) the development of vocal technique and b) the mastery of song literature. The repertoire class addresses performance issues and will give the individual student an opportunity to perform for a small audience of peers and voice faculty to promote confidence in solo performance. This course may be repeated 3 times for a total of 9 credits. 47 contact hours.

MVW 1317 WOODWINDS FOR ROCK, JAZZ, BLUES & FUNK I 2 credits

Prerequisite: REA 0001. Audition required. Private instruction. This course is for the music major in the first year of study in the secondary performance area. The private lesson focuses on a beginning to intermediate approach to the development of technique and music literature related to rock, jazz, blues & funk. This course may be taken 3 times for a maximum of 6 credits. One-hour lesson per week.  16 contact hours.

MVW 2327 WOODWINDS FOR ROCK, JAZZ, BLUES & FUNK II 2 credits

Prerequisite: REA 0001. Audition required. Private instruction. This course is for the music major in the second year of study in the secondary performance area. The private lesson focuses on an intermediate to advanced approach to the development of technique and music literature related to rock, jazz, blues & funk. This course may be taken 3 times for a maximum of 6 credits. One-hour lesson per week.  16 contact hours.

Applied Music Courses

Lessons in voice or orchestral instruments are required of all music majors. Instruction is offered in voice, piano, organ, strings, woodwind, brass, and percussion instruments. Applied Music courses are also available to students who do not intend to major in music. Students may not earn more than eight hours of Applied Music credit for any one instrument or voice. Music majors must earn 8 hours of credit in the principal instrument or voice and 4 hours of credit in the secondary performing area to be prepared for transfer into a bachelor's degree program.

Every new student (freshman or transfer) interested in majoring in music is required to take a placement audition in Applied Music. The student should make an appointment for the audition by reporting during the initial registration to the office of the program director. If achievement is below the freshman music major level, the student must enroll in the recommended prerequisite courses until prepared for the collegiate series. Credit in the lower series will not apply toward meeting the requirements in the student's principal instrument.

All credit in Applied Music is determined by jury examination. Advancement is determined by the musical development and proficiency of the student.

All music majors are required to perform in a student recital at least once each session and are required to attend scheduled student and faculty recitals as well as large ensemble concerts.

All music majors must register for one large ensemble--College Chorus or College Band--each session. A maximum of four hours of credit toward the A.A. degree may be earned in music organizations. Voice, piano, and organ majors should register for MUN 1310; instrumental majors for MUN 1120. Instrumental majors are urged to register for one of the choral organizations on an audit basis.  

APPLIED MUSIC - First Year (Private Instruction) 1-2 credits
Private instruction for non-music majors or those students below freshman music major level in accomplishment. Credit in this series will not count toward the principal instrument requirements for music majors. This course may be taken three (3) times for credit. 1 credit, $120 fee per session, one half-hour lesson per week. 2 credits, $240 fee per session, two half-hour lessons per week.

APPLIED MUSIC - Second Year (Private Instruction) 1-2 credits
The second year of the above series. This course may be taken three (3) times for credit. 1 credit, $120 fee per session, one half-hour lesson per week. 2 credits, $240 fee per session, two half-hour lessons per week.

Applied Music-Majors-Secondary Instrument

APPLIED MUSIC - First Year (Private Instruction-Secondary Instrument) 1-2 credits
Private instruction, freshman music major level. May be used for secondary instrument credit. This course may be taken three (3) times for credit. Special fee, $60 per credit. One half-hour lesson per week.

APPLIED MUSIC - Second Year (Private Instruction-Secondary Instrument) 1-2 credits
A continuation of the above series. This course may be taken three (3) times for credit. Special fee, $60 per credit. One half-hour lesson per week.

Applied Music-Majors-Principal Instrument