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Program Specific Requirements

General Requirements for Music Majors

General Requirements for Music Majors - Students desiring to major in music must have previous musical experience.

Audition - All students entering the School of Music as music majors must audition in their major performance area and be accepted for a specific degree plan (e.g Bachelor of Music: Performance, Teacher Certification, Theory/Composition; Bachelor of Music: Music Therapy). Music therapy majors must also schedule and pass an interview with the Director of Music Therapy.

Grades - Students must receive a grade of “C” or better in all courses required in the major. If
they receive a grade lower than a “C” they will be placed on academic probation until they retake
the course with the “C” or better grade.

Jury - All students enrolled in applied classes (private studio instruction) must take jury examinations at the end of each semester.

Ensemble - All students enrolled in applied classes should perform in an ensemble. Sophomore barrier - Before students majoring in music are allowed to enroll for 300-level courses in applied music, they must pass a proficiency examination/barrier. The exam is normally administered at the end of their fourth semester of study. NOTE: students are given/allowed three opportunities to pass the barrier. If they do not pass by the third attempt, they cannot continue as music majors.

Piano proficiency - Students must pass a proficiency examination in piano. Students who do not have the requisite skills may enroll in piano classes. Completion of the piano classes with a grade of “C” or better meets the skills requirement for the keyboard proficiency.

Concert attendance - Students are required to attend 12 performances (from a specified list) each semester for six semesters in all undergraduate Bachelor of Music major tracks. Transfer students may receive a credit or waiver for up to three semesters. Details of this requirement are printed in the School of Music Student Handbook.

Large ensemble - Enrollment in a large ensemble is expected of full-time music majors each fall and spring semester. Music therapy majors must enroll in an ensemble for 6 semesters. The minimum requirement is seven semesters for B.M. Music Education/Teacher Certification track; eight semesters for other B.M. tracks; and six semesters for Music Therapy majors.
For piano principals (non-performance majors), accompanying (ENS 110/310) will satisfy a portion of this requirement.
For piano performance majors, Collaborative Piano (ENS 110/310) satisfies the major ensemble requirement.
Further details are printed in the School of Music Student Handbook.
Freshmen and sophomore students enroll in 100-level ensembles; juniors and seniors enroll in 300-level ensembles.

MUS100 Introduction to Music DI 3 cr.
MUS102 Music and the Humanities DI 3 cr.
MUS102N Music and Humanities I DI 3 cr.
MUS103 Music and Humanities II DI 3 cr.
MUS106N Piano Class I 3 cr.
MUS109 Music for Today DI 3 cr.
MUS111 Seminar for Music Majors I 3 cr.
MUS111N Seminar I for Music Majors 2 cr.
MUS112 Introduction to World Music DI/V 3 cr.
MUS113 Music and Humanities II DI 3 cr.
MUS114 Introduction to Computers in Music 3 cr.
MUS115 Piano Proficiency I 1 cr.
MUS116 Piano Proficiency II 1 cr.
MUS120 Fundamentals of Music 3 cr.
MUS125 Instrumental Music Skills Class 3 cr.
MUS130 Introduction to Music Therapy 3 cr.
MUS132N Music Theory I 3 cr.
MUS136N Guitar Class I 3 cr.
MUS140 College Wind Ensemble 1 cr.
MUS150 Concert Band 1 cr.
MUS154 Foundations Jazz Ensemble 1 cr.
MUS156 Jazz Band 1 cr.
MUS160 College Chorus 1 cr.
MUS165 Chamber Singers 1 cr.
MUS170 Women’s Chorale 1 cr.
MUS180 Instrumental Chamber Ensembles 1 cr.
MUS185 World Music Ensemble 1 cr.
MUS195 Percussion Ensemble 1 cr.
MUS201 Music Industry I 3 cr.
MUS204 Voice Class 3 cr.
MUS206N Piano Class II 3 cr.
MUS218 Jazz Theory and Improvisation I 3 cr.
MUS219 Songwriting 3 cr.
MUS232N Music Theory II 3 cr.
MUS233 Aural Skills I 1 cr.
MUS236 Guitar Class II 3 cr.
MUS270 Music Literature to 1780 3 cr.
MUS270N Music Literature to 1780 3 cr.
MUS271 Music Literature 1780 to 1914 3 cr.
MUS310P Computers and Music 3 cr.
MUS317N Listening to Jazz DI 3 cr.
MUS318 Jazz Theory and Improvisation II 3 cr.
MUS320 History of Rock Music W/DI 3 cr.
MUS332 Music Theory III 3 cr.
MUS333 Aural Skills II 1 cr.
MUS336 Music of World Cultures V 3 cr.
MUS340 Applied Music - Piano 1 cr.
MUS345 Applied Music - Composition 1 cr.
MUS350 Applied Music - Voice 1 cr.
MUS360 Applied Music - Instrumental 1 cr.
MUS365 Introduction to Conducting 3 cr.
MUS370 Music Literature After World War I 3 cr.
MUS403P Music Composition 3 cr.
MUS404 Orchestration 3 cr.
MUS410N Audio and Studio Technology 3 cr.
MUS432 Music Theory IV 3 cr.
MUS470 Music and Culture V 3 cr.
MUS500 Directed Study 3 cr.
MUS504 Seminar: Topics in Music 3 cr.
MUS505 Seminar: Topics in Ethnomusicology 3 cr.
MUS510 Internship in Music 3 cr.
MUS511 Seminar for Music Majors II W 3 cr.
MUS511N Seminar for Music Majors II W 2 cr.

Music or Music Performance Major Requirements

(42 hours required for the Music major, 65 hours required for Music Performance major)

All music majors are required to pass a piano proficiency examination before graduation. All music majors are required to participate in an ensemble each semester and must perform in a student recital each semester. While it is possible to begin work as a musician after having completed the program, it is recommended that graduates continue their musical training by entering a master of fine arts or doctoral program.

Requirements common to both Music and Music Performance majors (26 hours)

MU 090 Recital Attendance (0 credit required each semester) 0
MU 108 Music History & Literature I: Baroque and Classical Periods 3
MU 109 Music History & Literature II: Romantic and Contemporary Periods 3
MU 180 Vocal Ensemble (1 credit required each semester) 1
MU 208 Comprehensive Musicianship I 3
MU 209 Comprehensive Musicianship II 3
MU 210 Comprehensive Musicianship III 3
MU 215 Instrumental Ensemble 1
MU 250 Form and Analysis 2

Additional requirements for Music major (16 credits)

MU 325 Major Instrument/Voice (2 credits each semester) 2
MUSIC MINOR (18 credits)Nine credits:
MU 108 Music History & Literature I: Baroque and Classical Periods 3
MU 125 Major Instrument/Voice 1
MU 208 Comprehensive Musicianship I 3

Three credits selected from:
MU 109 Music History & Literature II: Romantic and Contemporary Periods 3
MU 209 Comprehensive Musicianship II 3

Six credits selected from:
MU 125 Non-music major piano (one credit each semester; must be taken for at least two semesters) 1
MU 180 Vocal Ensemble 1
MU 215 Instrumental Ensemble 1

Music or Music Performance Major Requirements
(42 hours required for the Music major, 65 hours required for Music Performance major)

All music majors are required to pass a piano proficiency examination before graduation. All music majors are required to participate in an ensemble each semester and must perform in a student recital each semester. While it is possible to begin work as a musician after having completed the program, it is recommended that graduates continue their musical training by entering a master of fine arts or doctoral program.

Requirements common to both Music and Music Performance majors (26 hours)MU 090 Recital Attendance (0 credit required each semester) 0
MU 108 Music History & Literature I: Baroque and Classical Periods 3
MU 109 Music History & Literature II: Romantic and Contemporary Periods 3
MU 180 Vocal Ensemble (1 credit required each semester) 1
MU 208 Comprehensive Musicianship I 3
MU 209 Comprehensive Musicianship II 3
MU 210 Comprehensive Musicianship III 3
MU 215 Instrumental Ensemble 1
MU 250 Form and Analysis 2

Additional requirements for Music Performance major (41 credits)MU 300 Orchestration and Arranging 2
MU 314 Departmental Student Recital 0
MU 315 Junior Recital 0
MU 316 Senior Recital 0
MU 317 Diction (vocal) 4
MU 318 Literature and Pedagogy (instrumental) 1
MU 405 Conducting 2
MU 425 Major Instrument/Voice (4 credits each
semester) 4

B.A. degree with a Major in Music (Applied Emphasis) - 131 semester hours

Vocal or Piano Major (60 hours)
Required: MU 1001-4002 (taken each semester). 1321, 1322, 1121, 1122, 2230, 2331W, 3323, 3324, 3224, 3245, 3125, 3332W, 3333W, 4110(strings), 4125, 4249, 4340, 4342, minimum of 16 hours in major instrument, to be taken every semester (8 must be advanced), 4 hours in piano (or other secondary instrument if the student’s major instrument is piano) to be taken in 4 semesters, participation in Concert Choir every semester.

Instrumental Major (60 hours)
Required: MU 1001-4002 (taken each semester), 1321, 1322, 1121, 1122, 2230, 2331W, 3324, 3323, 3224, 3125, 3332W, 3333W, 4125, 4341, 5 semesters of 4110 and 3 semesters of 4111 (or suitable alternative hours approved by advisor and/or Registrar), minimum of 16 hours in major instrument, to be taken every semester, (8 must be advanced), 4 hours in piano, to be taken in 4 semesters, participation in Concert Band every semester.

All Music majors only
Students who earn less than a grade of “C”in Basic Musicianship I and II, 1321 and 1322, or Aural Skills I and II, 1121 and 1122, or Harmony I and II will be required to retake the course until a grade of “C” or better is earned. When the course involved is a prerequisite course, a grade of “C” or better must be earned BEFORE the follow-up course may be taken. Basic piano proficiency must be attained by passing the jury.

Minor (23 hours)
Required: MU 1321, 1322, 1121, 1122, 2230, 2331W, 3332W, minimum of 7 hours in applied music. Ensemble participation required every semester.

B.A. degree with All Level Teaching Certification (Choral) (54 hours)
Broad Teaching Field: Required: MU 1001-4002 (taken each semester), 1321, 1322, 1121, 1122, 2230, 2331W, 3245, 3323, 3324, 3224, 3125, 3332W, 3333W, 3445, 4110 (strings), 4125, 4249, 4340, 4342, 7 hours in major instrument, to be taken every semester, (3 must be advanced), 4 hours in piano (or other secondary instrument if the student’s major instrument is piano), to be taken in 4 semesters, participation in Concert Choir every semester, with the exception of the student teaching semester.

B.A. degree with All Level Teaching Certification (Instrumental) (56 hours)
Broad Teaching Field: Required: MU 1001-4002 (taken each semester), 1321, 1322, 1121, 1122, 2230, 2331W, 3323, 3324, 3224, 3245, 3125, 3332W, 3333W, 3445, 4125, 4341, 4110 (5 semesters), 4111 (3 semesters) 7 hours in major instrument, to be taken every semester, (3 must be advanced), 4 hours in piano , to be taken in 4 semesters, participation in Concert Band every semester, with the exception of the student teaching semester.

Concerning special requirements in piano proficiency, applied music, student recitals, applied jury exams, senior recital and program attendance, see the Chairperson of the Music Department. Concerning state education requirements, see Teacher Education section and consult with your Music and Education advisers.

Students of Applied Music
See Financial Information. Any choir or band ensemble may be taken by Free Audit. This means that it will appear on transcript as “AU”, but does not count toward graduation. Sign up for Free Audit in the Music Department. An ensemble may be taken for credit by paying for the 1-hour of tuition.

*Courses may be counted toward the Fine Arts requirement in the Core Curriculum.

Applied Music may be taken only on a P/NP basis unless student is a music major or music minor.

FA 1101, 1102, 1103 (formerly 1300) Introduction to the Fine Arts (3 hours)
An interdisciplinary course taught by the faculty of the Music, Art, and Drama Departments. This course is designed to teach one to comprehend and appreciate the unique values and contributions to life of the arts. Special attention will be given to enhancing the student’s ability to perceive the fine and performing arts with a discriminating eye, ear, and aesthetic sensibility.

MU 1001, 1002, 2001, 2002, 3001, 3002, 4001, 4002 Concert Music
The study and practice of performance through required concert attendance, performance opportunities, forums, and discussions. This noncredit course is required of all music majors every semester.

*MU 1111, 1112, 2113, 2114, 3115, 3116, 4117, 4118 Private Lessons (Applied Music) (1 hour)
Preparatory and advanced work in technique and literature of piano, voice, guitar,strings, and band instruments. Individual and/or group instruction on major or secondary instrument hour a week (practice 6 hours). Additional work for credit at any level may be requested by the Music faculty. Applied work may also be taken in conducting, composition, computer/synthesizer music, and other skill areas, with consent of the Music faculty. Unless student is a music major or music minor, applied music courses may be taken only on a P/NP basis. All piano and guitar majors must have lab experience in accompanying.

MU 4115 IM Applied Improvisation (1 hour)

*MU 1121, 1122 Aural Skills (1 hour)
Basic music theory lab to include ear-training, solfeggio, rhythm drill, keyboard harmony, transposition, and improvising accompaniments. This course is taken with Basic Musicianship (MU 1321, 1322).

*MU 1151, 1152 Concert Choir (1 hour)
Rehearses and performs sacred and secular choral literature from various periods and styles. Concerts and special Masses on and off campus. Open to all St. Mary’s students with permission of director. Required each semester for voice majors. May be taken by Free Audit.

*MU 1153, 1154 Concert Band (1 hour)
Band literature in music education. Rehearsal and performance of band music. Anyone may join, with permission of director. Required each semester for band instrument majors. May be taken by Free Audit.

*MU 1155, 1156 Jazz Laboratory (1 hour)
Membership by audition. Jazz ensembles, big band, combos, improvisation. Rehearsal and performance of jazz music. May be taken by Free Audit.

*MU 1157, 1158 Brass Ensembles (Quintets, etc.) (1 hour)

*MU 1163/1164 Chamber Choir/Vocal Ensembles (1 hour)
These ensembles perform choral chamber music and staged works from past centuries to contemporary. Admission by audition or consent of director only.

*MU 1165 Rattler Band (Pep Band) (1 hour)
By permission of instructor only. Performance. Sight reading. Literature. Performs at basketball games.

*MU 1167, 1168 Guitar Ensembles (1 hour)

*MU 1211, 1212, 2213, 2214, 3215, 3216, 4217, 4218 Private Lessons (Applied Music) (2 hours)
Same as MU 1111 through 4118, except credit is 2 semester hours and length of lesson is 45 minutes (practice 9 hours per week). Unless student is a music major or music minor, applied music courses may be taken only on a P/NP basis. All piano and guitar majors must have lab experience in accompanying.

MU 4210 SX Applied Techniques of Teaching Saxophone (2 hours)

MU 4219 AD Applied Diction (2 hours)

*MU 1311, 1312, 2313, 2314, 3315, 3316, 4317, 4318 Private Lessons (Applied Music) (3 hours)
Same as MU 1111 through 4118 and 1211 through 4218, except credit is three semester hours and length of lesson is 60 minutes (practice 12 hours per week). Unless student is a music major or music minor, applied music courses may only be taken on a P/NP basis. All piano and guitar majors must have lab experience in accompanying. (May be repeated for credit.)

MU 1111 AS Applied Aural Skills 1 hour

MU 4218 WW Woodwinds 2 hours

MU 4317 CD Applied Conducting 3 hours

MU 4319 Tl Applied Trumpet 9th semester 3 hours

*MU 1301 Class Guitar 3 hours
For beginners; must own guitar. Group instruction. Enrollment limited to maximum of 12 students. Unless student is a music major or music minor, applied music courses may only be taken on a P/NP basis. No additional fee.

*MU 1301 Class Piano 3 hours
For beginners. Enrollment limited to maximum of six students per section. Fee required in addition to tuition. Unless student is a music major or music minor, applied music courses may only be taken on a P/NP basis.

MU 1321, 1322 Basic Musicianship (MUSI 1311,1312) 6 hours
Basic music theory. Clefs. Key signatures. Scales. Elementary forms. Basic music vocabulary. Melody-writing. Multi-voice writing (Common Practice Period). Analysis. Lab will include ear-training, solfeggio, rhythm drill, keyboard harmony, transposition, and improvising accompaniments.For music majors and minors only.

MU 2230 The Living Symphony 3 hours
Students will study and explore a number of great musical works and encounter them as living art forms through concerts. Required attendance at five San Antonio Symphony performances.

MU 2331W Music History: Medieval through Classical 3 hours
The study of music history and literature of the Medieval through the Classical periods. Includes listening and score study, with emphasis on the development of form. Examination of social setting and function, historical importance, aesthetics, and composers’ biographies.

MU 3125 Arranging and Orchestration 1 hour
Composition, arrangement and orchestration for school performing groups, including band, jazz band, and choir.

MU 3142 or 3242 Music: Essential Elements 1 or 2 hours
Examination of the position and value of music in society. Emphasis on understanding the basic elements of music; appropriate skills for singing, playing, moving to, and listening to music; understanding and appreciation of music, of both Western and of non-Western cultures.

MU 3214 FA Applied Form and Analysis 2 hours

MU 3224 Form and Analysis 2 hours
Melody writing. Motif and development. Song forms. Classical forms.

MU 3227 Counterpoint 2 hours
Eighteenth century practice. Single melodic line. Two voice counterpoint. Motif development. Two-part invention.

MU 3215 AA Applied Accompanying 2 hours

MU 3245 Accompanying 2 hours
Sight reading, transposition, reducing operatic and orchestral scores, improvising simple chordal accompaniments, solo vocal and choral warmups, accompanying UIL vocal solo and choral literature. Prerequisite: four semesters of applied piano, passing the piano proficiency exmination.

MU 3323, 3324 Harmony 6 hours
Traditional harmony and ear training. Analysis of harmonic idioms as used into the 20th century. Continuation of melody writing. Elementary counterpoint. Prerequisite: MU 1321, 1322 or equivalent and piano proficiency. For music majors and minors only.

MU 3332W Beethoven to the 21st Century 3 hours
The study of music history and literature from Beethoven through the twenty-first century. Includes listening and score study with emphasis on the development of form. Examination of social setting and function, historical importance, aesthetics and composers’ biographies.

MU 3313 WM Applied World Music 3 hours

MU 3333W World Music 3 hours
Survey of music of cultures across the world, with emphasis on Africia, Asia, the Americas, and Eastern Europe. Emphasis on the listening experience. Reading materials focus on the cultural significance of music.

MU 3445 High School Music Methods 3 hours
Examination of the position and value of music in all levels of school curriculum. Emphasis on ability to organize; relations with administration; and effective methods of presenting material. Development of the ability to express a philosophy of music education, and knowledge of current methods and materials in all fields and levels of music education.

MU 4110 Applied Techniques of Teaching I 1 hour

MU 4110 will be taken in 5 different areas, earning 1 semester hour of credit in each: Percussion; Brass; Woodwinds; Strings; and Voice. In these 1-hour teaching technique courses, the lessons deal with meeting common problems found in secondary music classrooms/ensembles. For the instruments: methods of teaching all instruments in each family, based on the similarities of the instruments in each. The student is expected to reach the intermediate level of playing ability on one instrument in each family. For voice: the fundamentals of vocal technique are covered: posture, breathing, phonation, resonation, articulation, diction, common vocal problems, pedagogy, physiology of the vocal mechanism, and vocal literature.

MU 4111 Applied Techniques of Teaching II 1 hour
This course is a continuation of MU 4110, to be taken in three areas, earning 1 semester hour of credit in each: Percussion, Woodwinds, and Brass.

MU 4125 Improvisation 1 hour
Fundamental improvisation skills, style interpretatiion, theory, and common performance practices in the evolution of improvisation.

MU 4130 Advanced Conducting 1 hour

MU 4225 Jazz Literature 2 hours
Survey of jazz music from ragtime to modern jazz. Open to majors and non-majors.

MU 4245 Marching Band Techniques 2 hours
The study of basic marching routines. The parade band. The football band. The contest marching band. Materials

MU 4246 Concert Band Literature 2 hours
Standard and contest literature. Programming. Rehearsal techniques. Instrumentation. Use of available instrumentation. The contest. Materials.

MU 4248 Choral Literature 2 hours
Standard and contest literature. Programming. Rehearsal techniques. The balanced ensemble. Score study. Style analysis. Resource materials.

MU 4249 Diction: English, German, Italian, French 2 hours
Diction and pronunciation for singers. A study of the International Phonetic Alphabet and its practical application through actual preparation and performance of music literature in the language being studied.

MU 4340 Choral Conducting 3 hours
Basics of conducting technique, score reading, and interpretation. Rehearsal techniques, organization, and the study of appropriate literature. Problems and methods of conducting choral ensembles.

MU 4341 Instrumental Conducting 3 hours
Basics of conducting technique, score reading, and interpretation. Rehearsal techniques, organization, and the study of appropriate literature. Problems and methods of conducting instrumental ensembles.

MU 4342 Vocal Pedagogy 3 hours
Fundamentals of vocal technique: posture, breathing, phonation, resonation, articulation, common vocal problems, pedagogy, physiology of the vocal mechanism, and vocal literature.

MU 4181, 4281, 4381 Special Topics 1, 2, 3 hours
In-depth study of special topics in music history, music literature, music theory, composition, performance, etc. May be taken for a total of six hours as long as the topics are different.

The Music department offers a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in Music and two professional degrees: the Bachelor of Music (B.M.) degree in Music Education and the Bachelor of Music (B.M.) degree in Piano or Vocal Performance.

Bachelor of Music, Major in Music--Concentration in Education (59 hours)
Theory requirement:
MUS 181 Theory I: Fundamentals of Music
MUS 182 Theory II: Diatonic Materials
MUS 182L Theory II Lab
MUS 281 Theory III: Chromatic Materials
MUS 281L Theory III Lab
MUS 282 Theory IV: 20th Century Materials; Form Analysis
MUS 282L Theory IV Lab
Music history requirement:
MUS 271 Music History I: Antiquity-1750
MUS 272 Music History II: 1750-1900
MUS 273 Music History III: Musics of the 20th Century
Advanced writing proficiency requirement

All music majors must:
Pass the Music Masterworks Proficiency examination
Participate in specific recitals and forums sponsored by the department (MUS 100 Recital Forum)
Pass the basic piano proficiency examination
Complete the Music comprehensive
7 hours of applied music in the major performance area (voice, piano, etc.); one each semester except the student-teaching semester

One credit hour of ensemble during each semester except the student-teaching semester (7 hours)
MUS 251 Woodwind Techniques
MUS 252 String Techniques
MUS 253 Brass and Percussion Techniques
MUS 351 Elementary Music Methods
MUS 362 Orchestration/Arranging
MUS 365 Conducting I
MUS 453 Conducting II
MUS 250 Vocal Techniques or MUS 451 Vocal Pedagogy
Attainment of the 400 level in the applied instrument
Courses in the Education Department required for certification

The study of music encourages students to explore the value of music in their lives. Students who study music at Saint Martin’s University have the advantage of a strong program in music within a liberal arts setting. Courses in music integrate the study of music literature, history and theory with musical performance as a means of developing intellect, familiarity with a variety of cultures, interpersonal relationships and poise.

The University’s music department offers a bachelor of arts degree, a minor and three State of Washington teacher certificate endorsements in music: choral, instrumental and general. Saint Martin’s is noted for small class sizes, rigorous education and a close working relationship with faculty members.

As part of the major, minor and endorsement courses of study, students are required to pass a functional keyboard proficiency examination. Students with prior piano training can meet this requirement by passing the piano proficiency examination. All other students will take applied piano instruction. After they have declared a major, minor or endorsement, music students also are required to participate in a major ensemble as well as applied lessons in their major instrument/voice each semester. Those students awarded music scholarships are required to be actively involved in the appropriate large and small performance ensembles within the music department and to maintain high academic standards.

Music Major (Voice, Piano, or Instrumental) Transfer Program
(2006-2008 Catalog)

First Semester
MUS 131 Music Theory I 3
MUS 133 Ear Training and Sight Singing I 1
Large Ensemble I 1
MUS 119 Piano Proficiency I 1
Applied Music I 2
COL 101 Orientation to College 1
Social Science-Group II 3
ENG 101 English Composition I 3
TOTAL 18*

Second Semester
MUS 132 Music Theory II 3
MUS 134 Ear Training & Sight Singing II 1
Large Ensemble II 1
Applied Music II 2
MAT 160 or higher 3
ENG 102 English Composition II 3
Humanities (Group II) 3
Social Science-Group II 3
MUS 120 Piano Proficiency II 1
TOTAL 20*

Third Semester
MUS 281 Music Theory III 3
MUS 283 Ear Training & Sight Singing III 1
Large Ensemble III 1
Applied Music III 2
MUS 231 Music History I 3
Computer Science 3
MUS 219 Piano Proficiency III 1
Social Science-Group I 3
Natural Science with Lab 4
TOTAL 20*

Fourth Semester
MUS 282 Music Theory IV 3
MUS 284 Ear training & Sight Singing IV 1
Large Ensemble IV 1
Applied Music IV 2
MUS 232 Music History II (Humanities Group I) 3
Natural Science with lab 4
MUS 220 Piano Proficiency IV 1
SPE 101 Oral Communication 3
COL 299 Sophomore Portfolio Assessment 1
TOTAL 19*

Total Hours Required For Graduation 77
MUS 225 - Elements of Conducting is also suggested in the fourth semester for transfer students in music. This can be included if students take general education courses in the summer sessions. Conducting is only offered in the spring semester.

Music courses listed are standard courses for music majors in their first two years at a four-year institution.

*General Education courses may also be taken during the summer semesters to reduce the course load during the regular semesters. Most music courses are not offered during the summer session.

Music (MUS)

The student majoring in music is required to take a balanced program of music theory, history, applied music, and ensemble. A minimum of eight courses (exclusive of all ensemble, applied music and instrumental and vocal methods courses) is required and must include MUS 110, 111, 220, 221, 335, and 336. Each major must participate in an ensemble (MUS 167, 168, and/or 169) and take one hour of applied music per week for a minimum of four semesters including the entire period in which the individual is registered as a music major (see MUS 160-166). All music majors must pass a piano proficiency exam. The Department strongly recommends that students begin applied study in piano and a major applied instrument or voice as soon as possible, preferably in the first semester of the freshman year. Anyone declaring music as a second major must do so by the beginning of the junior year. Four semesters of Music Colloquium are required of all students majoring in music.

Music majors seeking teacher certification in music education (K-12) must also take PSY 110 and 138; EDUC 200, 239, the pre-student teaching participation, and the Professional Semester; MUS 261-7, 333, 334, 340, 341, and 446. Students who wish to obtain certification in music education should consult with the department as soon as possible, preferably before scheduling classes for the freshman year.

The Music Department recommends that non-majors select courses from the following list to meet distribution requirements: MUS 116, 117, 128, 135-138, 224, and 234. Applied music and ensemble courses may also be used to meet distribution requirements.

Student recitals offer opportunities to gain experience in public performance. Music majors and other students qualified in performance may present formal recitals.

The following courses satisfy the cultural diversity requirement: MUS 116, 128, and 234. The following course, when scheduled as a W course, counts toward the writing intensive requirement: MUS 336.

110-111

MUSIC THEORY I AND II

A two-semester course, intended for students who have some music-reading ability, which examines the fundamental components and theoretical concepts of music. Students develop musicianship through application of applied skills. Prerequisite to MUS 111: MUS 110.

116

INTRODUCTION TO MUSIC

A basic course in the materials and techniques of music. Examples drawn from various periods of western and non-western styles are designed to enhance perception and appreciation through careful and informed listening.

117

SURVEY OF WESTERN MUSIC

A chronological survey of music in Western civilization from Middle Ages to the present. Composers and musical styles are considered in the context of the broader culture of each major era.

128

AMERICAN MUSIC

An introductory survey of all types of American music from pre-Revolutionary days to the present. Categories to be covered are folk music of different origins, the development of show music into Broadway musicals, serious concert music for large and small ensembles, jazz, and various popular musics from “Tin Pan Alley” to Rock to New Wave. Alternate years.

135-136

INTRODUCTION TO DANCE I AND II

An introduction to the techniques of basic movement and interpretation in ballet, jazz, and modern dance. Classes include improvisation and choreography. Prerequisite for MUS 136: MUS 135 or consent of instructor. One-half unit of credit each. Not open to students who have received credit for THEA 135-136 or THEA 235-236. Cross-listed as THEA 135-136.

137

HISTORY OF THE DANCE I

A survey of classical ballet from the Ballets de cour of 17th century France to the present with emphasis on the contributions of Petipa, Fokien, Cecchetti, and Balanchine. One-half unit of credit. Not open to students who have received credit for THEA 137. Cross-listed as THEA 137.

138

HISTORY OF THE DANCE II

A survey of the forms of dance, excluding classical ballet, as independent works of art and as they have reflected the history of civilization. One-half unit of credit. Not open to students who have received credit for THEA 138. Cross-listed as THEA 138.

220-221

MUSIC THEORY III AND IV

A continuation of the integrated theory course moving toward newer uses of music materials. Prerequisite: MUS 111.

224

ELECTRONIC MUSIC I

A non-technical introduction to electronic music and MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) for the major and non-major alike. The course traces the development of MIDI from its origin to present-day digital synthesizers in combination with sequencing computers.

225

ELECTRONIC MUSIC II

Further consideration of recording techniques. Use of microphones, multi-track recording, mixing, special effects devices, and synchronization will be introduced. Students will take part in live recording of concerts and rehearsals of a variety of ensembles. Student projects will include complete recording sessions and the production of electronic music compositions utilizing classical studio techniques and real-time networks. Prerequisite: MUS 224 or consent of instructor.

234

HISTORY OF JAZZ

A survey of jazz styles, composers, and performers from 1890 to the present: origins, ragtime, blues, New Orleans, Chicago, swing, bebop, cool, funky, free jazz, third stream, and contemporary.

235-236

INTERMEDIATE DANCE I AND II

Studies of the techniques of basic movement and interpretation in ballet, jazz and modern dance at the intermediate level. Classes include improvisation and choreography. Prerequisite for MUS 235: MUS 136 or consent of instructor. Prerequisite for MUS 236: MUS 235 or consent of instructor. One-half unit of credit each. Not open to students who have received credit for THEA 135-136 or THEA 235-236. Cross-listed as THEA 235-236.

330

COMPOSITION I

An introductory course for majors and non-majors who wish to explore their composing abilities. Guided individual projects in smaller instrumental and vocal forms, together with identification and use of techniques employed by the major composers of the 20th and 21st centuries. Prerequisite: MUS 111 or consent of instructor.

333

CHORAL CONDUCTING

A study of choral conducting with frequent opportunity for practical experience. Emphasis will be placed upon technical development, rehearsal technique, and stylistic integrity. Prerequisites: MUS 110-111 or consent of instructor. Alternate years.

334
INSTRUMENTAL CONDUCTING
A study of instrumental conducting with an emphasis on acquiring skills for self-analysis. Topics include the physical skills and intellectual preparation necessary for clear, expressive, and informed conducting. Other areas such as the development of rehearsal techniques and improvement of aural skills will be addressed on a continual basis. Prerequisites: MUS 110-111 or consent of instructor. Alternate years.

335
HISTORY OF WESTERN MUSIC I
The development of musical styles and forms from Gregorian chant through Mozart, including composers from the medieval, Renaissance, baroque, and early classical eras.

336
HISTORY OF WESTERN MUSIC II
The development of musical styles and forms from Beethoven to the present, including composers from the late classical, romantic, and modern eras. Prerequiste: MUS 335 or consent of instructor.

339
ORCHESTRATION
A study of modern orchestral instruments and examination of their use by the great masters with practical problems in instrumentation. The College Music Organizations serve to make performance experience possible. Prerequisites: MUS 110-111 or consent of instructor. Alternate years.

340
TEACHING MUSIC IN THE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Methods and materials of teaching music in the elementary school with emphasis on conceptual development through singing, moving, listening, playing classroom instruments, and creating music. Course work will include peer teaching demonstrations, practical use of the recorder and autoharp, as well as observation of music classes in elementary schools in the Greater Williamsport area. Alternate years.

341
TEACHING MUSIC IN SECONDARY SCHOOLS
Methods and materials of teaching music in the secondary schools with emphasis on the development of concepts and skills for effective instruction in all aspects of music learning. The teaching of general music and music theory, as well as the organizing and conducting of choral and instrumental ensembles, will be examined. Course work will include evaluation of instructional and performance materials, practical use of the recorder and guitar in middle school settings, as well as observation of music classes in secondary schools in the Greater Williamsport area. Alternate years.

440
COMPOSITION II
For students interested in intensive work emphasizing the development of a personal style of composing. Guided individual projects in larger instrumental and vocal forms, together with analysis of selected works from the 20th and 21st century repertory. Pre-requisite: MUS 330 or consent of instructor.

445
SPECIAL TOPICS IN MUSIC
The intensive study of a selected area of music literature, designed to develop research techniques in music. The topic is announced at the Spring pre-registration. Sample topics include: Beethoven, Impressionism, Vienna 1900-1914. Prerequisite: MUS 116, 117 or 221; or consent of instructor.

446
RECITAL
The preparation and presentation of a full-length public recital, normally during the student’s senior year. MUS 446 may substitute for one hour of applied music (MUS 160-166). Prerequisite: Approval by the department. May be repeated for credit.

148, 248, 348, and 448
MUSIC COLLOQUIUM
A non-credit seminar in which faculty, students, and invited professionals attend concerts and discuss topics related to musical composition, performance, history and pedagogy. Four semesters of Music Colloquium are required of all students majoring in music. Meets 7-8 times per semester. Pass/ fail. Non-credit seminar.

470-479
INTERNSHIP

N80-N89
INDEPENDENT STUDY

490-491
INDEPENDENT STUDY FOR DEPARTMENTAL HONORS

APPLIED MUSIC AND ENSEMBLE
The study of performance in piano, harpsichord, voice, organ, strings, guitar, brass, woodwinds, and percussion is designed to develop sound technique and a knowledge of the appropriate literature for the instrument. Student recitals offer opportunities to gain experience in public performance. Credit for applied music courses (private lessons) and ensemble (choir, orchestra and band) is earned on a fractional basis. One hour lesson per week earns one hour credit. One half- hour lesson per week earns one half-hour credit. Ensemble credit totals one hour credit if the student enrolls for one or two ensembles (for more information, see course descriptions below). When scheduling please note that an applied course or ensemble should not be substituted for an academic course, but should be taken in addition to the normal four academic courses.

Applied music courses are private lessons given for 13 weeks: 160, Piano or Harpsichord; 161, Voice; 162, Strings or Guitar; 163, Organ; 164, Brass; 165, Woodwinds; and 166, Percussion. Extra fees apply. See Additional Charges under Financial Matters.

167
ORCHESTRA
The Williamsport Symphony Orchestra allows students with significant instrumental experience to become members of this regional ensemble. Participation in the W.S.O. is contingent upon audition and the availability of openings. Students are allowed a maximum of one hour of Ensemble credit per semester. A student who is enrolled in orchestra only should register for MUS 167B (one hour credit). A student may belong to two ensembles, choosing either Choir or Concert Band as the second group. Such a student will then register for MUS 167A (1/2 hour credit) plus either MUS 168A (1/2 hour credit) or MUS 169A (1/2 hour credit).

168
CHOIR
The Lycoming College Choir is open to all students who would like to sing in an ensemble setting. Emphasis is on performing quality choral literature while developing good vocal technique. Students are allowed a maximum of one hour of Ensemble credit per semester. A student who is enrolled in Choir only should register for MUS 168B (one hour credit). A student may belong to two different ensembles, choosing either Orchestra or Band as the second ensemble. Such a student will then register for MUS 168A (1/2 hour credit) plus either MUS 167A (Orchestra - 1/2 hour credit) or MUS 169A (Band - 1/2 hour credit). If a student has auditioned and been selected for the Chamber Choir (no credit available), he/she should register for MUS 168C in addition to registering for the Lycoming College Choir.

169
BAND
The College Concert Band allows students with some instrumental experience to become acquainted with good band literature and develop personal musicianship through participation in group instrumental activity. Participation in the Band is contingent upon audition. Students are allowed a maximum of one hour of Ensemble credit per semester. A student who is enrolled in Band only should register for MUS 169B (one hour credit). A student may belong to two ensembles, choosing either Orchestra or Choir as the second group. Such a student will then register for MUS 169A (1/2 hour credit) plus either MUS 167A ( 1/2 hour credit) or MUS 168A (1/2 hour credit). If a student has auditioned and been selected for the woodwind or brass quintets (no credit available), he/she should register for MUS 169C or 169D.

261-267
INSTRUMENTAL AND VOCAL METHODS
Instrumental and vocal methods classes are designed to provide students seeking certification in music education with a basic understanding of all standard band and orchestral instruments as well as a familiarity with fundamental techniques of singing.
MUS 261 Brass Methods (one hour credit)
MUS 262 Percussion Methods (one hour credit)
MUS 263, 264 String Methods I and II (one hour credit each)
MUS 265 Vocal Methods (one hour credit)
MUS 266, 267 Woodwind Methods I and II (one hour credit each)

Required for a major: MUS 121, 122, 121L, 122L, 231, 231L, 250, 332, 332L, 341, 342, 343, 344, and 7 semesters of private lesson study in the student’s major applied area.

The above courses are the music major core. A sequence of courses can be arranged to allow a student to begin a major in the sophomore year.

Recital requirement: All music majors must present a half recital or its equivalent in general recital appearances.

Ensemble requirement, piano proficiency, recital attendance: All music majors must complete an ensemble requirement which may be satisfied in a variety of ways. (See music department policies booklet.) Music majors are also required to meet a piano proficiency requirement and to attend recitals as directed by departmental policy.

Transfer students: Prior to initial registration, all transfer students must make an appointment with the music department to determine the number of music credits and other requirements for the major that will be accepted for transfer. Any transfer student expecting to graduate as a music major at Luther College must complete at least 8 hours of course work in the department and at least 3 semesters of private lesson study in the student’s major applied area while at Luther College.

Permission to continue major: Acceptable musical and academic progress, regularly reviewed by the music faculty, shall permit the student to continue as a major in the department.

Required for certification to teach music K-8 and 5-12: Completion of the music major, completion of the music education minor K-12, and student teaching at elementary and secondary levels. See education department for K-12 minor requirements.

Required for a minor: MUS 121, 122, 121L, 122L, either MUS 341, 344, or MUS 342 and MUS 343, four semesters of applied music study, and a minimum of two additional elective courses (totaling 4-6 credits) with at least one course from the following: MUS 231, 236, 237, 247, 248, 250 (encouraged), MUS 272, 341, 342, 343, 344 (with instructor’s permission), and MUS 445 but not MUS 273 or applied music. The student must also satisfy the ensemble requirement with four semesters of participation (or an approved equivalent) and fulfill the current recital attendance requirement during two of the semesters he/she is registered for private lessons.

Study plans: Upperclass students are encouraged to develop supplemental study plans with their advisors in one of the following areas: church music, conducting, historical musicology, instrumental performance, music education, music technology, theory/composition or vocal/opera performance. For further information, see Recommended Study Plans in the latest edition of the music department policies.

Music Management Program: The program in music management is described in this catalog under Special Programs.