Music Courses
Fundamentals of Music Theory
A survey course intended to develop the understanding of musical elements and form. Basic skills in theory will be taught. Awareness and understanding of how music as a subject relates to other arts and sciences will be developed.
Music Theory I
Reviews fundamentals of music theory. Examines basic theoretical elements in music including major and minor scales, chord progressions, and form as they apply to specific examples. Fall.
Music Appreciation
This course offers access to various ways to listen to music and how to take full advantage of concert attendance. Provides detailed explanations and sound demonstrations of the basic musical elements and performing media. Periodically. IAI F1 900.
Aural Skills I
Begin training of musical skills related to pitch and rhythmic recognition. Students will develop the ability to sing melodies in pitch and rhythm. Progression through Aural Skill courses dependent on course sequence or proficiency testing. Fall. Lab fee: $50.00
Music History I
Studies the origin and development of music from the ancient times through the Medieval, Renaissance, and Baroque periods. Special emphasis is placed on the crucial events, individuals, and genres that were developed and produced during this time. Analyzes and focuses on the cultural contributions and pedagogical implications of the significant epochs of this era. Fall.
World Music
An investigation of the diverse cultures as represented by their music, instruments, performance practices and settings to provide the student with a better understanding of other cultures. The course discusses the acculturation and enculturation process of non-western music and western cultures. IAI F1 903N. Fall.
Jazz History and Appreciation
Jazz is America's original art form that reflects the cultural diversity that gave rise to it. African, Caribbean, European and Brazilian influences upon jazz as well as the impact of jazz on other forms of music will be discussed. The class will focus upon its historical development from pre Civil War through the 20th century, reflecting upon both its sacred and secular manifestations. The basic elements of music that distinguish jazz from other musical genres will be explored. The course seeks to cultivate an appreciation of the major figures within jazz history (such as Armstrong, Parker, Ellington, Monk, Davis and Coltrane) and their stylistic innovations as well as their contributions to American culture.
Rock History and Appreciation
This course explores the formative influences that gave rise to rock and pop music. It identifies its major figures, innovators and their contributions, as well the various styles that have developed in its history. The impact of social trends on rock music and the influence of rock music on society both are explored, as well as the role that technology has played in rock's evolution. Finally, other forms of music that have assimilated elements of rock music are identified and examined.
Senior Seminar
The students will analyze the job markets and prepare analyses of current issues in the performing arts. Analyses of demographics affecting the operations and organization of art programs in the United States will be studied. Students will be required to create a portfolio of personal data to prepare for job searches, prepare for mock interviews and present exhibition of works. Spring.
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Ensembles
Concert Band
A performing ensemble utilizing the wind band repertoire. Standard and new compositions will be performed in concerts each semester. May be repeated.
Concert Choir
A performing ensemble utilizing practical work and study of choral literature of all periods of music in concerts each semester. May be repeated.
Chamber Music Ensembles
Small instrumental and/or vocal ensemble dedicated to the mastery of performance technique through intimate ensemble experiences. Heightened teamwork, communication, and music reading skills are stressed. Students will be expected to perform at an advanced level and begin to apply professional management skills. A closer association with the audience is developed providing the music student, vocal or instrumental, the ability to have an increased understanding of the impact their music making has on the community. May be repeated. Lab fee: $100.00.
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Applied Music
Applied Instrumental: Non-Keyboard
All individual applied instruction classes must be taken in sequence. Students enrolled in these classes are required to pay a special applied fee. Non-music majors enroll in 100-level applied instruction. Advancement into 200- and 300-level applied instruction occurs through placement and proficiency testing. Music majors will enter at the 200-level applied instruction. Advancement into the 300-level will occur through placement and proficiency testing.
Applied Keyboard
All individual applied instruction classes must be taken in sequence. Students enrolled in these classes are required to pay a special applied fee. Non-music majors enroll in 100-level applied instruction. Advancement into 200- and 300-level applied instruction occurs through placement and proficiency testing. Music majors will enter at the 200-level applied instruction. Advancement into the 300-level will occur through placement and proficiency testing.
Applied Voice
All individual applied instruction classes must be taken in sequence. Students enrolled in these classes are required to pay a special applied fee. Non-music majors enroll in 100-level applied instruction. Advancement into 200- and 300-level applied instruction occurs through placement and proficiency testing. Music majors will enter at the 200-level applied instruction. Advancement into the 300-level will occur through placement and proficiency testing.
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Proficiency RequirementS PDF's
Technical Proficiency Requirements PDF's
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Recitals
Junior Recitals
Preparation and presentation of a solo performance program. Weekly mentoring sessions until performance will include practice with the accompanist, discussion of proper performance etiquette and the preparation of program notes. Lab Free: $150.00
Senior Recitals
Preparation and presentation of a full solo performance program. Weekly mentoring sessions until performance will include practice with the accompanist, discussion of proper performance etiquette and the preparation of program notes. Lab Free: $300.00
Recital Application Form PDF
Jury Application Form PDF
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