Music (MUS)                              Course Schedules

The complete description of the School of Music is found in the College of Communication & Fine Arts.

Descriptions of courses approved for the University Program appear in italic type.

Distance Learning Courses: Courses in the department approved for offering in a distance learning format include: MUS 110.

MUS 055 Basic Musicianship 2(1-2)
Music notating, reading, listening, and singing competency requirement. Credit in this class does not count toward the total number of hours required for graduation. It does not count in determining whether one is a full-time student. CR/NC only.

MUS 097 Recital Attendance 0
Attendance at various recitals and concerts in the School of Music. B.M. and B.M.E. music majors are required to register for and complete seven (7) semesters of MUS 097. B.A. and B.S. music majors are required to register for and complete four (4) semesters of MUS 097. Transfer students must see an advisor for exceptions. CR/NC only. Prerequisites: approved music major.

MUS 101 Theory I 3(3-0) F
Basic training in the melodic, harmonic, and rhythmic elements of music. Not recommended for non-majors or non-minors.

MUS 102 Theory II 3(3-0) Sp
Continuation of MUS 101. Prerequisites: MUS 101.

MUS 103 Sight Singing and Ear Training I 1(0-2) F
Corequisite: MUS 101.

MUS 104 Sight Singing and Ear Training II 1(0-2) Sp
Prerequisites: MUS 101, MUS 103.

MUS 109 Introduction to Music Technology 1(1-1)
A hands-on introduction to the use of computers, software, synthesizers, and related equipment as it relates to music and music education.

MUS 110 Music in Society 2-3(Spec) F, Sp
Introduction to self-expression through the art of music. An intercultural and interdisciplinary exploration of the elements of music. Not open to music majors. (Group I-B)

MUS 114 Listening Experience 3(3-0) F, Sp
Objectives are to experience a variety of musical events, to develop musical awareness, to sharpen perception, and increase musical discrimination. Not open to music majors. (Group I-B)

MUS 131 Music Fundamentals for Classroom Teachers 2(2-0) F, Sp
Fundamentals of music geared to prospective elementary classroom teachers.

MUS 132 Music Methods for Classroom Teachers 1-2(Spec) F, Sp
Enrollment limited to students on the Curriculum for Teachers in Elementary Grades and the Curriculum for Teachers of the Mentally or Emotionally Impaired. Prerequisite: MUS 131.

MUS 133 Music for Special Education 2(2-0) D
Open only to Special Education students. Development and application of basic music skills for use in special education classes. Prerequisite: MUS 131.

MUS 134 Music In Early Childhood 3(3-0) F, Sp
A course designed to develop an understanding of the use of musical experiences to aid in the development of the young child. Enrollment limited to students with a signed major in Child Development: Pre-School or by permission of instructor. May be substituted for MUS 132 in the above mentioned major. Prerequisite: MUS 131.

MUS 141 Vocal Techniques I 1(0-2) F, Sp
Study and practice of basic techniques necessary to improve the singing voice (i.e. posture, breathing habits, tone, diction).

MUS 142 Vocal Techniques II 1(0-2) F, Sp
Continuation of work begun in MUS 141.

MUS 144 Woodwind Techniques 2(0-4) F, Sp
Flute, clarinet, saxophone.

MUS 146 Brass Techniques 2(0-4) F, Sp
Trumpet, French horn, trombone, baritone, tuba.

MUS 147 Piano Class I 1(0-2) F
Beginning class piano instruction.

MUS 148 Piano Class II 1(0-2) Sp
Continuation of work begun in MUS 147. Prerequisite: MUS 147 or permission of instructor.

MUS 149 Beginning and Intermediate Guitar 1(1-0) D
Guitars not provided. Open to all students.

MUS 150 Voice 1-12(Spec) F, Sp

MUS 151 Organ 1-12(Spec) F, Sp

MUS 152 Piano 1-12(Spec) F, Sp

MUS 153 Violin and Viola 1-12(Spec) F, Sp

MUS 155 Violoncello 1-12(Spec) F, Sp

MUS 157 String Bass 1-12(Spec) F, Sp

MUS 158 Composition 1-4(Spec) F, Sp
Applied study of music composition.  Prerequisites: minimum GPA of 3.0 in MUS 101, MUS 102, MUS 103, MUS 104, and permission of instructor.

MUS 161 Flute 1-12(Spec) F, Sp

MUS 163 Oboe 1-12(Spec) F, Sp

MUS 165 Clarinet 1-12(Spec) F, Sp

MUS 167 Bassoon 1-12(Spec) F, Sp

MUS 169 Saxophone 1-12(Spec) F, Sp

MUS 171 Cornet or Trumpet 1-12(Spec) F, Sp

MUS 173 French Horn 1-12(Spec) F, Sp

MUS 175 Trombone 1-12(Spec) F, Sp

MUS 177 Euphonium 1-12(Spec) F, Sp

MUS 178 Tuba 1-12(Spec) F, Sp

MUS 179 Percussion 1-12(Spec) F, Sp

MUS 180 Festival Chorus 1-8(Spec) F
Preparation and performance of major choral compositions. No audition required. Students may enroll a maximum of eight semesters.

MUS 181 Men's Chorus 1-8(Spec) D
Open by audition to any student in the University.

MUS 182 Women's Chorus 1-8(Spec) F, Sp
Open by audition to any student in the University.

MUS 183 Concert Choir 1-8(Spec) F, Sp
Open by audition to any student in the University.

MUS 185 Orchestra 1-8(Spec) F, Sp
Open to anyone who can demonstrate the necessary proficiency on an orchestral instrument.

MUS 186 Band 1-8(Spec) F, Sp
Open to anyone who can demonstrate the necessary proficiency on a band instrument.

MUS 187 String Orchestra 1-8(Spec)
Open to anyone who can demonstrate the necessary proficiency on a string instrument.

MUS 188 Men's Barbershop 1-8(Spec)
Open by audition to anyone who can demonstrate the appropriate vocal proficiency.

MUS 189 Introduction to Accompanying 1(0-2)
Experience in accompanying vocal and instrumental music. Prerequisite: admission to music program or permission of instructor

MUS 197 Special Studies 1-6(Spec) D

MUS 201 Theory III 3(3-0) F
Continuation of MUS 102.  Study of chromatic harmony and large formal structures. Prerequisites: MUS 102.

MUS 202 Theory IV 2(2-0) F
Continuation of MUS 201. Study of chromatic harmony (late 19th and early 20th centuries), and large formal structures.  Prerequisite: MUS 201.

MUS 203 Sight Singing and Ear Training III 1(0-2) F
Prerequisites: MUS 102, MUS 104.

MUS 204 Sight Singing and Ear Training IV 1(0-2) Sp
Prerequisites: MUS 102, MUS 203.

MUS 206 Understanding Musical Composition 3(3-0)
Develop basic theory skills in notation, sight-singing, listening, composition, and the aesthetic appreciation of music in Western culture. Not open to music majors. (Group I-B)

MUS 209 Music Synthesis I 2(2-0) F
An introduction to computer programs that both print and play music through computers and electronic instruments. Prerequisites: MUS 148 or MUS 152; MUS 101 or MUS 206 or equivalent; permission of instructor.

MUS 211 Historical Survey of Music I 3(2-2) F
Western music history from ancient times to c.1700. Includes an introduction to the music of selected non-western cultures. Prerequisites: MUS 101 or permission of instructor.

MUS 212 Historical Survey of Music II 3(2-2) Sp
Continuation of the work begun in MUS 211. Western music history from the Baroque through early Romantic era (c. 1700-1850). Prerequisites: MUS 211 or permission of instructor.

MUS 213 Jazz: An American Art Form 3(3-0) F, Sp
A music literature course reviewing important trends and styles in the history of jazz. Open to all students. (Group I-B)

MUS 219 Music Study Abroad 1-8(Spec) D
This course is intended for students with no prior experience in Music History and Music Theory who are studying abroad.

MUS 230 Introduction to Music Education 2(1-2) F, Sp
An overview of music teaching methodologies and observations of these methods as they are used by public school music teachers.

MUS 233 Musicianship for the Elementary School 3(3-0) F
Enrollment limited to students on the Curriculum for Teachers in Elementary Grades. A continuation of MUS 131. Prerequisite: MUS 101 or MUS 131, or permission of instructor.

MUS 236 Piano Pedagogy I 2(2-O) F (Odd Year)
Introduction to elementary piano teaching methods and materials, including repertoire, sight-reading, technique, duets, and theory. Prerequisite: two semesters of MUS 152 or permission of instructor.

MUS 237 Piano Pedagogy II 2(2-O) Sp (Even Year)
Intermediate piano teaching methods and materials, including repertoire, sight-reading, technique, duets, and theory. Prerequisite: MUS 236

MUS 241 Diction for Singers 2(1-2) F
Prerequisite: private voice study. Elementary pronunciation techniques in French, German, Italian, and Spanish as an aid to private voice study.

MUS 244 Double Reed Techniques 1(0-2) F, Sp
Prerequisite: MUS 144

MUS 246 String Techniques I 2(0-4) F, Sp
Violin, viola, cello, bass viola.

MUS 247 Piano Class III 1(0-2) F
Prerequisite: MUS 148 or permission of instructor.

MUS 248 Piano Class IV 1(0-2) Sp
Prerequisite: MUS 247 or permission of instructor.

MUS 249 Functional Piano 1(0-2) F (odd year)
Development of skills in harmonization, improvisation, transposition, and playing by ear for intermediate and advanced piano students. Prerequisites: placement audition or permission of instructor.

MUS 250 Voice 1-12(Spec) F, Sp

MUS 280 Introduction to Conducting 2(0-4) F
Development and coordination of the physical and musical skills needed by a conductor. Prerequisites: MUS 202, MUS 204; or permission of instructor.

MUS 281 Advanced Instrumental Ensemble 1-8(Spec) F, Sp
Enrollment by permission of instructor only.

MUS 282 Advanced Vocal Ensemble 1-8(Spec) F, Sp
Enrollment by audition only. May include Madrigals, Musical Theatre, or Opera Theatre.

MUS 284 Techniques for the Singing Actor 1-6(Spec) D
Preparation and performance of solo roles in scenes from standard operas, chamber operas, and/or musical theatre. Prerequisites: private voice study; permission of instructor.

MUS 285 Percussion Ensemble 1-8(Spec) F, Sp
Prerequisite: enrollment requires permission of percussion instructor.

MUS 286 Jazz Laboratory Band 1-8(Spec) F, Sp
Prerequisite: enrollment requires permission of instructor.

MUS 297 Special Studies 1-6(Spec) D

MUS 302 Contrapuntal Techniques 2(2-0) F
Prerequisites: admission to Music candidacy; MUS 202.

MUS 303 Eighteenth-Century Counterpoint 2(2-0) Sp
Prerequisite: admission to Music candidacy; MUS 302. 

MUS 304 Instrumentation and Scoring 3(2-2) F, Sp
Prerequisite: admission to music candidacy; MUS 201, permission of instructor.

MUS 309 Music Synthesis II 2(2-0) Sp
Continuation of MUS 209, computer-driven synthesizer programs with emphasis on individual projects. Introduction to music samplers. Prerequisites: admission to Music candidacy; MUS 209 or equivalent training; permission of instructor.

MUS 311 Historical Survey of Music III 3(2-2) F
Continuation of the work begun in MUS 211 and MUS 212. Western music history from c. 1850 to the present. Prerequisites: admission to Music candidacy, MUS 212 or permission of instructor

MUS 313 Musics of the World 3(3-0) F
An introduction to musical systems of major non-Western cultures and folk and traditional music of Western continents. (Group I-B)

MUS 314 History of Symphonic Literature 3(3-0) Sp
Development of the symphony orchestra and changing styles and trends of its literature. Prerequisite: admission to Music Candidacy.

MUS 315 History of Opera 3(3-0) D
Prerequisite: admission to Music Candidacy.

MUS 316 History and Literature of the Organ 2(2-0) Sp (odd year)
Prerequisite: admission to Music Candidacy; four semesters of private organ study.

MUS 317 Song Repertoire for Young Voices 2(2-0) Sp (even year)
Vocal literature suited for the teaching of voice in secondary schools. Prerequisite: admission to Music Candidacy; private voice study; or MUS 141, MUS 142.

MUS 318 Song Repertoire 2(1-2) Sp (odd year)
A survey of song literature intended to broaden the repertoire of advanced students in private voice. Prerequisite: admission to Music Candidacy; private voice study and diction.

MUS 331 Instrumental Organization 2(2-0) Sp
Includes all phases of instrumental organization and administration in the elementary, junior high, and senior high school. Prerequisites: admission to Music Candidacy; MUS 230 or permission of instructor

MUS 332 Double Reed Making 1(0-2) D
Prerequisite: admission to Music Candidacy; MUS 244 (may be taken concurrently) or permission of instructor.

MUS 333 Music Education in the Elementary Grades I 2(2-0) F, Sp
A general methods course for music majors and minors; topics include objectives and instructional strategies for development of basic musical concepts and skills in elementary classroom music. Prerequisite: General Music minors: MUS 233; Music majors: MUS 230.

MUS 335 Instrumental Pedagogy 2(2-0) D
Instrumental pedagogy and practicum for the student's major instrument on the Bachelor of Music degree: Orchestral Instrumental concentration. Prerequisites: admission to Music Candidacy; junior or senior standing; instrumental music major or minor; or permission of instructor.

MUS 338 Voice Pedagogy 2(1-2) F
Problems, procedures, teaching lab and materials for teaching correct vocal production. Prerequisites: admission to Music Candidacy; MUS 101 or permission of instructor.

MUS 339 Piano Pedagogy Practicum 1(1-1) F (Even Year)
Supervised experience in teaching piano at the pre-college and college levels in both the private and group settings. Prerequisite: MUS 237

MUS 344 Percussion Techniques 2(0-4) F, Sp
Prerequisite:  admission to Music Candidacy.

MUS 347 Brass and Percussion Techniques and Materials for Choral Music Educators 1(0-2) D
Basic skill development and functional knowledge of brass and percussion instruments applicable for choral music educators. Prerequisites: admission to Music Candidacy.

MUS 348 Woodwind and String Techniques and Materials for Choral Music Educators 1(0-2) D
Basic skill development and functional knowledge of woodwind and string instruments applicable for choral music educators. Prerequisites: admission to Music Candidacy.

MUS 350 Voice 1-20(Spec) F, Sp

MUS 351 Organ 1-20(Spec) F, Sp

MUS 352 Piano 1-20(Spec) F, Sp

MUS 353 Violin and Viola 1-20(Spec) F, Sp

MUS 355 Violoncello 1-20(Spec) F, Sp

MUS 357 String Bass 1-20(Spec) F, Sp

MUS 358 Composition 2-8(Spec) F, Sp
Advanced applied study of music composition. Prerequisites: MUS 158, admission to music candidacy, and composition jury.

MUS 360 Harpsichord 1-8(Spec)
Study of solo harpsichord repertoire, continuo and ensemble playing, and figured bass. Prerequisite: 4 semesters of private organ or piano study, or permission of instructor.

MUS 361 Flute 1-20(Spec) F, Sp

MUS 363 Oboe 1-20(Spec) F, Sp

MUS 365 Clarinet 1-20(Spec) F, Sp

MUS 367 Bassoon 1-20(Spec) F, Sp

MUS 369 Saxophone 1-20(Spec) F, Sp

MUS 371 Cornet or Trumpet 1-20(Spec) F, Sp

MUS 373 French Horn 1-20(Spec) F, Sp

MUS 375 Trombone 1-20(Spec) F, Sp

MUS 377 Euphonium 1-20(Spec) F, Sp

MUS 378 Tuba 1-20(Spec) F, Sp

MUS 379 Percussion 1-20(Spec) F, Sp

MUS 381 Choral Conducting and Materials 2(0-4) Sp
Basic principles of choral conducting with reading and evaluation of training and performance materials. Prerequisites: admission to Music Candidacy; MUS 230, MUS 280; or permission of instructor.

MUS 382 Instrumental Conducting and Materials 2(0-4) F
Basic principles of instrumental conducting with reading and evaluation of training and performance materials. Prerequisites: admission to Music Candidacy; MUS 230, MUS 280, and permission of instructor.

MUS 389 Service Playing 2(2-0) F (odd year)
Covers various worship services and liturgies. Prerequisite: admission to Music Candidacy; 4 semesters of private organ study.

MUS 397 Special Studies 1-6(Spec) D

MUS 413 History and Literature of Church Music 2(2-0) F (even year)
A nonsectarian study of church music of Europe and the United States. Prerequisites: admission to Music Candidacy; MUS 311.

MUS 415 History of Chamber Music 3(3-0) D
Development of chamber music. Changes in style, important genres, and formal techniques of its literature.  Prerequisite:  admission to Music candidacy.

MUS 419 Music Study Abroad 1-8(Spec) D
This course is intended for students possessing prior experience in Music History and Music Theory who are studying abroad. Prerequisites: admission to Music candidacy; prior experience in music history and music theory.

MUS 435 Music Education in the Junior High/Middle School 2(1-2) Sp
Methods and materials for teaching in the junior high school, with special emphasis on the general music class. Prerequisite: Choral majors, Choral minors, and General Music minors: MUS 333; Bachelor of Science in Education, Instrumental majors: MUS 230.

MUS 450 Voice 1-10(Spec) F, Sp

MUS 497 Special Studies 1-6(Spec) D

MUS 502 Form Analysis 2(2-0) F, Sp
Study and analysis of the melodic forms in music and the commonly used harmonization as found in the works of the early romantics. Prerequisite: MUS 201.

MUS 503 Advanced Counterpoint 2(2-0) D
Prerequisite: MUS 303.

MUS 504 Contemporary Compositional Techniques 2(2-0) Sp (Odd year)
Compositional techniques from 1945 to the present, with particular attention paid to electronic music. Prerequisite: MUS 202, MUS 309; or permission of instructor.

MUS 505 Seminar In Analysis: Twentieth-Century Music 2-4(Spec) Sp

MUS 506 Advanced Scoring 2(2-0) Sp
Scoring for large ensembles. Prerequisites: MUS 304 or permission of instructor.

MUS 511 Choral Literature I 2(2-0) Sp (odd year)
Detailed study of small choral forms of the Renaissance and Baroque eras.

MUS 512 Choral Literature II (Since 1750) 2(2-0) Sp (even year)
Representative small choral forms suitable for secondary school. Special attention to style characteristics which contribute to interpretive techniques.

MUS 514 Survey of Keyboard Literature 2(2-0) F (even year)
Keyboard music from the sixteenth century to and including Beethoven.

MUS 516 Survey of Keyboard Literature II 2(2-0) Sp (odd year)
Piano music from Mendelssohn and Schubert to the present.

MUS 520 Jazz Arranging 3(3-0) F
The study of basic arranging techniques used in writing music for small and large jazz ensembles. Prerequisites: admission to music candidacy or admission to the graduate music program.

MUS 521 Advanced Jazz Arranging 3(3-0) F
The study of modern advanced arranging techniques used in writing music for large jazz ensembles. Prerequisite: admission to music candidacy or admission to the graduate music program; MUS 520.

MUS 531 Orff Techniques 2(1-2) Sp
Philosophy, techniques, and pedagogy of Orff's "Music for Children." Prerequisites: MUS 131, MUS 132 or MUS 101; basic knowledge of music fundamentals.

MUS 532 Dalcroze Eurhythmics 2(1-2) D
Introduction to the music teaching concepts of Jaques-Dalcroze. Prerequisites: MUS 101, MUS 131, or MUS 132, or permission of instructor.

MUS 533 Kodaly Pedagogy 2(1-2) F
Theory, materials, and pedagogy of the Kodaly method of music education. Prerequisite: MUS 435 or MUS 333, or permission of instructor.

MUS 534 Music for Pre-School Children 2(2-0) D
Musical activities for the preschool child designed to nurture musical potential and promote musical awareness.

MUS 535 Workshop in Music Education 1-4(Spec) D

MUS 539 String Pedagogy Practicum 2(2-0) D
Firsthand experience in teaching beginning violin students using the latest and most successful methods. Prerequisite: MUS 246 or permission of instructor.

MUS 540 Organ Pedagogy Practicum 2(2-0) Sp (even year)
Supervised experience in teaching the organ. Prerequisite: 4 semesters of private organ study, or permission of instructor.

MUS 581 Jazz Improvisation Laboratory 2(1-2) D
Prerequisite: permission of instructor.

MUS 597 Special Studies 1-6(Spec) D

For 600 and 700 level course descriptions consult the current Graduate Bulletin.

MUS 607 Basic Skills in Music Technology I 2(2-0) D

MUS 608 Basic Skills in Music Technology II 2(2-0) D

MUS 619 Continuing Registration for Final Research Project 1(1-0)

MUS 620 Jazz Harmony and Analysis 3(3-0) F

MUS 621 Jazz Improvisation Pedagogy and Practicum 2(1-2) S

MUS 622 Modern Jazz History 3(3-0) S

MUS 624 Jazz Pedagogy 3(2-2) D

MUS 631 Advanced Piano Pedagogy I 3(3-0) F

MUS 632 Advanced Piano Pedagogy II 3(3-0) S

MUS 633 Class Piano Pedagogy 3(3-0) F

MUS 634 Internship in Piano Pedagogy 3(2-2) S

MUS 701 Advanced Composition 2-6(Spec) F, Sp

MUS 707 Analytical Styles I: Medieval - Classical 3(3-0) D

MUS 708 Analytical Styles II: 19-20th Century 3(3-0) D

MUS 711 Choral Literature from 1600 to 1750 3(3-0) D

MUS 714 Wind Band Literature 3(3-0) D

MUS 713 The Development of Jazz Through 1945 3(3-0)

MUS 714 Wind Band Literature 3(3-0) D

MUS 715 Rock 'n' Roll Seminar 3(3-0)

MUS 717 Historical Topics I: Medieval-Classical 3(3-0) D

MUS 718 Historical Topics II: 19-20th Century 3(3-0) D

MUS 719 Seminar in World Music 3(3-0)

MUS 731 Organization of School Music 3(3-0) D

MUS 732 The Rationale and Principles of Music Education 3(3-0) D

MUS 733 Woodwind Pedagogy 3(3-0) D

MUS 734 Brass Pedagogy 3(3-0) D

MUS 735 Percussion Pedagogy 3(3-0) D

MUS 736 String Pedagogy 3(3-0) D

MUS 737 Pedagogy and Literature for Young Voices 3(2-2) D

MUS 750 Voice 1-8(Spec) F, Sp

MUS 751 Organ 1-8(Spec) F, Sp

MUS 752 Piano 1-8(Spec) F, Sp

MUS 753 Violin and Viola 1-8(Spec) F, Sp

MUS 755 Violoncello 1-8(Spec) F, Sp

MUS 760 Harpsichord 1-8(Spec) F, Sp

MUS 761 Flute 1-8(Spec) F, Sp

MUS 763 Oboe 1-8(Spec) F, Sp

MUS 765 Clarinet 1-8(Spec) F, Sp

MUS 767 Bassoon 1-8(Spec) F, Sp

MUS 769 Saxophone 1-8(Spec) F, Sp

MUS 771 Cornet or Trumpet 1-8(Spec) F, Sp

MUS 773 French Horn 1-8(Spec) F, Sp

MUS 775 Trombone 1-8(Spec) F, Sp

MUS 777 Euphonium 1-8(Spec) F, Sp

MUS 778 Tuba 1-8(Spec) F, Sp

MUS 779 Percussion 1-8(Spec) F, Sp

MUS 780 Performance Ensembles 1-2(Spec) F, Sp

MUS 781 Advanced Choral Conducting 3-6(Spec) D

MUS 782 Advanced Instrumental Conducting 3-6(Spec) D

MUS 784 Instrumental Rehearsal Techniques 3(3-0) D

MUS 791 Introduction to Music Research 3(3-0) D

MUS 793 Research Project In Music Education 2(Spec) F, Sp

MUS 794 Evaluation of Musical Behavior 3(3-0) D

MUS 797 Special Studies 1-6(Spec) D

MUS 798 Thesis 1-6(Spec) D

MUS 799 Recital 4(Spec) D

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