General Catalog 2008-2009

Programs and Courses

Music

• General Information
• Music Business - Associate in Applied Science (AAS)
• Music Business Certificate
• Audio Production Technologies - Associate in Applied Science (AAS)
• Audio Production Technologies Certificate
• Course Descriptions

General Information

For Information: Robert Albury, Ph.D.
Phone: 623.845.3723

Musicians pursue careers as performers, teachers, composers, arrangers, music theorists, music historians, music therapists, and in music-related business and professional work.

Program Description: This program provides the first two years of music required for a Bachelor degree in Music Education, Theory, Composition, Jazz, Music Therapy, and Performance.

Every music major is required to participate in a music performance group each semester. The performance offerings include choir, chamber singers, band, jazz band, opera workshop, guitar and percussion ensembles.

Most courses in the music department are open to all students. There are some courses which have prerequisites, and those may be found in the course descriptions. Students who have not had sufficient training in the fundamentals of music are advised to take MTC101 and MTC103 before taking MTC105—Music Theory I and MTC106—Aural Perception I.

The Music Department offers class instruction in piano, voice, and guitar. In addition, the department provides private instruction in the areas of piano, voice and various instruments. Students are charged a special fee for this service. There is no charge for the first half-hour private lesson for approved music majors. Students taking private lessons are expected to practice five hours a week for each half-hour lesson. The duration of the term for music lessons is 15 weeks during which 15 private lessons are given. The length of a private lesson is 30 minutes for one credit or 60 minutes for two credits. If a student is not ready for “first year level” in applied music on the major instrument, the private instruction sequence will be repeated as many times as necessary. That student will receive a grade of “P” (credit) or “Z” (no credit). Upon reaching freshman level, the student will receive traditional grades.

Students who major in music at GCC should follow the curricula as outlined. Various universities and colleges, however, demand specific subjects for degree requirements. Students planning to transfer or continue their work at other institutions should consult their catalog and select courses accordingly.

Availability: Complete day programs. Partial evening programs.

Note: Due to limited course offerings, students should consult with a department advisor in planning their academic schedule in order to complete degree requirements in an expedient manner.

Departmental Recommendations:

(+) indicates course prerequisites.

+ MHL241 Music History and Literature to 1750 + MHL242 Music History and Literature 1750 to Present + MTC105 Music Theory I + MTC106 Aural Perception I + MTC155 Music Theory II + MTC156 Aural Perception II + MTC180 Computer Literacy for Musicians + MTC205 Music Theory III + MTC206 Aural Perception III + MTC255 Music Theory IV + MTC256 Aural Perception IV    MUE137 Class Brass I + MUE138 Class Brass II (for all instrumental majors)    MUE235 Class Percussion I    MUE236 Class Percussion II    MUE237 Class Woodwinds I    MUE238 Class Woodwinds II (for all instrumental majors)    MUP209 Elements of Conducting

3 credits 3 3 1 3 1 3 3 1 3 1 2 2 2 2 2 2 2

Additional required courses for Music Majors at four year institutions:

MUP102-152-202-252 Private Instruction (2 credits each) and MUP131-132-231-232 Class Piano I, II, III, IV (2 credits per course)       (for all Music Majors except Piano Majors) MUP250 Survey of Diction for Singers (1 credit each)       (for vocal majors)

8 credits 2

And one of the following:

MUP153 A Cappella Choir    MUP162 Band    MUP181 Chamber Music Ensembles

2 credits 2 1

Music Electives:

(+) indicates course prerequisites.

+ MTC122 Fretboard Harmony    MTC180 Computer Literacy for Musicians    MTC191 Electronic Music I + MTC192 Electronic Music II + MTC240 Composition    MUC109 Music Business: Merchandising and the Law    MUC110 Music Business: Recording and Mass Media    MUC111 Digital Audio Workstation I (DAW I)    MUC112 Digital Audio Workstation II (DAW II)    MUC120 Piano Tuning and Repair I + MUC121 Piano Tuning and Repair II    MUC195 Studio Music Recording I + MUC196 Studio Music Recording II    MUC197 Live Sound Reinforcement I + MUC198 Live Sound Reinforcement II    MUP133 Class Voice I    MUP163 Jazz Ensemble    MUP164 Jazz Improvisation I + MUP165 Jazz Improvisation II    MUP270 Musical Theatre Workshop    MUP181 Chamber Music Ensembles    MUP182 Chamber Singers    MUP225 Class Guitar I

3 credits 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 2 1 2 2 2 1 1 2

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Music Business
Associate in Applied Science (AAS) / 65 credits

Program Description: The Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Music Business program is an innovative curriculum designed to prepare students for today’s music industry. The certificate and degree with a music business emphasis are designed for both the performing musician and the business student with limited performing experience. This program combines a flexible curriculum with an emphasis in business and marketing, along with music industry related courses and experiences.

Students must earn a grade of "C" or better for all courses required within the program.
+ indicates course has prerequisite and/or corequisites.

Required Courses: 37 credits

+ + + + +

ACC109 ACC111 BPC128 CIS131AA COM259 GBS151 MGT253 MUC209 MKT271 MTC101 MUC109 MUC110 MUC111 MUC195 MUC295AA MUC297AB SBS230

Accounted Concepts (3) or Accounting Principles (3) Introduction to Desktop Publishing Doing Business on the Internet Communication in Business on the Internet Introduction to Business Owning and Operating a Small Business (3) or Music Business: Industry Leadership and E-Commerce (3) Principles of Marketing Introduction to Aural Perception Music Business: Merchandising and the Law Music Business: Recording and Mass Media Digital Audio Workstation I (DAW I) Studio Music Recording I Self Promotion for Music Music Internship Financial and Tax Management for Small Business

3 credits 1 1 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 1 2 2

Restricted Electives: 3 credits

MHL+++

Any MHL Music: History/Literature prefixed course

3 credits

General Education Requirements: 28 credits

Core: 15 credits First-Year Composition:			6 credits
+ +	ENG101 ENG102	First-Year Composition (3) and First-Year Compostion for ESL (3)
Oral Communication:			3
		Any approved course, see here.
Critical Reading:			3
+	CRE101	Critical and Evaluative Reading I (3) or Equivalent as indicated by assessment
Mathematics:			3
		Any approved course, see here.
Distribution: 13 credits Humanities and Fine Arts:			3
		Any approved course, see here. (MHL140 or MHL145 or MHL153 recommended)
Social and Behavioral Sciences:			3
		Any approved course, see here.
Natural Sciences:			4
		Any approved course, see here.

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Music Business Certificate / 40 credits

Program Description: The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Music Business program is an innovative curriculum designed to prepare students for today’s music industry. The certificate and degree with a music business emphasis are designed for both the performing musician and the business student with limited performing experience. This program combines a flexible curriculum with an emphasis in business and marketing, along with music industry related courses and experiences.

Students must earn a grade of “C” or better in all courses within the program.
(+) indicates course prerequisites.

Required Courses: 37 credits

+ + + + +

ACC109 ACC111 BPC128 CIS131AA COM259 GBS151 MGT253 MUC209 MKT271 MTC101 MUC109 MUC110 MUC111 MUC195 MUC295AA MUC297AB SBS230

Accounted Concepts (3) or Accounting Principles (3) Introduction to Desktop Publishing Doing Business on the Internet Communication in Business on the Internet Introduction to Business Owning and Operating a Small Business (3) or Music Business: Industry Leadership and E-Commerce (3) Principles of Marketing Introduction to Aural Perception Music Business: Merchandising and the Law Music Business: Recording and Mass Media Digital Audio Workstation I (DAW I) Studio Music Recording I Self Promotion for Music Music Internship Financial and Tax Management for Small Business

3 credits 1 1 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 1 2 2

Restricted Electives: 3 credits

MHL+++

Any MHL Music: History/Literature prefixed course

3 credits

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Audio Production Technologies
Associate in Applied Science (AAS) / 67-69 credits

Program Description: The Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Audio Production Technologies offers students an opportunity to receive training on industry-standard equipment by instructors with real-world experience and professional resumes. Students learn the concepts and theory associated with recording arts technologies while applying them in lab settings appropriate to their skill levels. Students completing the degree in Audio Production Technologies will gain the knowledge base, competency, and confidence they need to enter the commercial music marketplace.

(+) indicates course prerequisites.
Students must earn a grade of “C” or better in all courses within the program.

Required Courses: 39-41 credits

+ + + + +

MTC191 MTC192 MUC109 MUC110 MUC111 MUC112 MUC195 MUC195AA MUC196 MUC297AA

Electronic Music I Electronic Music II Music Business: Merchandising and the Law Music Business: Recording and Mass Media Digital Audio Workstation I (DAW I) Digital Audio Workstation II (DAW II) Studio Music Recording I (3) or Studio Music Recording I (3) Studio Music Recording II Music Internship

3 credits 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 1

Select one of two (2) tracks:

Track I - Audio Production: 14 credits
+ +	MTC101 MTC103 MUC197 MUC198 MTC180 MUC295	Introduction to Music Theory Introduction to Aural Perception Live Sound Reinforcement I Live Sound Reinforcement II Computer Literacy for Musicians (3) or Studio Music Recording III (3)	3 credits 2 3 3 3

Track II - Sound Design Track: 16 credits
+ + + + +	MTC105 MTC106 MTC/TCM120 MTC/TCM220 MUC194 MUC292	Music Theory I Aural Perception I Introduction to Sound Design for Film and Video Advanced Sound Design for Film and Video Introduction to Audio Mixing Techniques Sound Design III	3 credits 1 3 3 3 3

General Education Requirements: 28 credits

Core: 15 credits First-Year Composition:			6 credits
		Any approved course, see here.
Oral Communication:			3
		Any approved course, see here.
Critical Reading:			3
+	CRE101	Critical and Evaluative Reading I (3) or Equivalent as indicated by assessment
Mathematics:			3
		Any approved course, see here.
Distribution: 13 credits Humanities and Fine Arts:			6 credits
		Any approved course, see here.  (MHL140 or MHL145 or MHL153 recommended)
Social and Behavioral Sciences:			3
		Any approved course, see here.
Natural Sciences:			4
		Any approved course, see here.

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Audio Production Technologies Certificate / 39-41 credits

Program Description: The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Audio Production Technologies offers students an opportunity to receive training on industry-standard equipment by instructors with real-world experience and professional resumes. Students learn the concepts and theory associated with recording arts technologies while applying them in lab settings appropriate to their skill levels. Students completing the Audio Production program will gain the knowledge base, competency, and confidence they need to enter the commercial music marketplace.

(+) indicates course prerequisites.
Students must earn a grade of “C” or better in all courses within the program.

Required Courses: 39-41 credits

+ + + + +

MTC191 MTC192 MUC109 MUC110 MUC111 MUC112 MUC195 MUC195AA MUC196 MUC297AA

Electronic Music I Electronic Music II Music Business: Merchandising and the Law Music Business: Recording and Mass Media Digital Audio Workstation I (DAW I) Digital Audio Workstation II (DAW II) Studio Music Recording I (3) or Studio Music Recording I (3) Studio Music Recording II Music Internship

3 credits 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 1

Select one of two (2) tracks:

Track I - Audio Production: 14 credits
+ +	MTC101 MTC103 MUC197 MUC198 MTC180 MUC295	Introduction to Music Theory Introduction to Aural Perception Live Sound Reinforcement I Live Sound Reinforcement II Computer Literacy for Musicians (3) or Studio Music Recording III (3)	3 credits 2 3 3 3

Track II - Sound Design Track: 16 credits
+ + + + +	MTC105 MTC106 MTC/TCM120 MTC/TCM220 MUC194 MUC292	Music Theory I Aural Perception I Introduction to Sound Design for Film and Video Advanced Sound Design for Film and Video Introduction to Audio Mixing Techniques Sound Design III	3 credits 1 3 3 3 3

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Course Descriptions

Course Availability: (F) Fall, (S) Spring, (D) Day, (E) Evening, (Su1) Summer 1, (Su2) Summer 2, (O) Occasionally

Music: MHL, MTC, MUC, MUE, MUP

Music: History/Literature (MHL)

MHL140
Survey of Music History / 3 credits 3 periods
Study of composers, compositions, styles, and periods in music history. Prerequisites: None. (F,S)

MHL143
Music in World Cultures / 3 credits 3 periods
Non-European musical traditions including the study of music in rituals, musical instruments and the impact of cultures on musical styles. Prerequisites: None. (F)

MHL145
American Jazz and Popular Music / 3 credits 3 periods
The study of cultural and social contributions to the evolution of American jazz and popular music from the mid-1800’s to present. Prerequisites: None. (F,S, Su)

MHL146
Survey of Broadway Musicals / 3 credits 3 periods
Survey of Broadway musicals traced from their origins to the present viewed in their cultural, political, and socio-economic contexts. Emphasis on stylistic periods, composers, lyricists, directors, and choreographers. Prerequisites: None. (O)

MHL153
Rock Music and Culture / 3 credits 3 periods
History of Rock music and how cultural, social, political, and economic conditions have shaped its evolution. Prerequisites: None. (F,S,Su)

MHL155
Survey of American Music / 3 credits 3 periods
History of the music of North America from the earliest American Indian music to the present. Introduction to the musical trends, composers, socioeconomic developments and trends, musical forms and styles that influence our modern American musical sense. Prerequisites: None (O)

MHL241
Music History and Literature to 1750 / 3 credits 3 periods
In-depth study of music history from the primitive era through the Baroque period. Prerequisites: MTC155 and MTC156 or permission of instructor. (F)

MHL242
Music History and Literature 1750 to Present / 3 credits 3 periods
In-depth study of music history from the Classical period through the Contemporary period. Prerequisites: MHL241 or permission of instructor. (S)

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Music: Theory/Composition (MTC)

MTC100 Fundamentals of Music / 2 credits 3 periods
Introduction to music notation and theory. Emphasis on fundamental concepts, including meter, rhythm, scales, keys, intervals and triads. Designed for the non-music major, but may be advised for music majors. Prerequisites: None. (F,S)

MTC101 Introduction to Music Theory / 3 credits 3 periods
Designed to develop written and aural skills necessary for advanced study of music theory and skills. Recommended for music majors. Prerequisites: None. (F,S)

MTC103 Introduction to Aural Perception / 2 credits 2 periods
An introduction to the aural skills necessary to hear relationships of intervals, rhythms, melody, and harmony in music. May be repeated for a total of four (4) credit hours. Prerequisites: None. (F,S)

MTC105 Music Theory I / 3 credits 3 periods
The chronological study of music theory including: harmony, melody, texture, structure and timbre through analysis, original compositions and basic exercises to demonstrate musical concepts. Prerequisites: MTC100 or MTC101 or permission of instructor. Corequisites: MTC106. (F,S)

MTC106 Aural Perception I / 1 credit 2 periods
The development of listening and performing skills through dictation, sight singing and keyboard harmony. Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: MTC105. (F,S)

MTC122 Fretboard Harmony / 3 credits 3 periods
An in-depth study of functional and theoretical practice as applied to the fretboard of the guitar through understanding of chord symbols, intervals and rhythm. Prerequisites: MTC100 or MTC101. (S (even years))

MTC155 Music Theory II / 3 credits 3 periods
A continuation of Music Theory I with emphasis on harmony and part-writing procedures. Prerequisites: MTC105. Corequisites: MTC156. (S,Su)

MTC156 Aural Perception II / 1 credit 2 periods
A continuation of Aural Perception I, including harmonic practices. Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: MTC155. (S,Su)

MTC180 Computer Literacy for Musicians / 3 credits 4 periods
Instruction in basic computer literacy, including generic applications and music-specific programs with hands-on experience. Ability to read music notation required. Prerequisites: None. (F,S)

MTC191 Electronic Music I / 3 credits 4 periods
An introduction to producing music with Musical Instrument Digital Interface (MIDI) configuration consisting of computers, printers, synthesizers, and other compatible MIDI instruments. Prerequisites: None. (F,S,Su)

MTC192 Electronic Music II / 3 credits 4 periods
Continued study of the production of music with Musical Instrument Digital Interface (MIDI) configurations. Emphasis on more complex configurations and their applications in song arrangements. Prerequisites: MTC191. (S)

MTC205 Music Theory III / 3 credits 3 periods
The study of chromatic harmony and melody, modulation techniques and expanded chords. The analysis of formal structure. Prerequisites: MTC155. Corequisites: MTC206. (F)

MTC206 Aural Perception III / 1 credit 2 periods
A development of listening and performing skills, including an introduction of chromatic harmonic techniques and concepts of style. Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: MTC205. (F)

MTC240 Composition / 3 credits .6 period
Introduction to the basics of music composition, stressing techniques and procedures for developing original ideas. May be repeated for a total of twelve (12) credit hours. Prerequisites: (MTC105 and MTC106, or equivalent), and permission of instructor. (F,S)

MTC255 Music Theory IV / 3 credits 3 periods
A continuation of Music Theory III, including 20th century theories and techniques. Prerequisites: MTC205. Corequisites: MTC256. (S)

MTC256 Aural Perception IV / 1 credit 2 periods
A continuation of Aural Perception III, including extended chords. Corequisites: MTC255. (S)

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Music: Commercial/Business (MUC)

MUC109
Music Business: Merchandising and the Law / 3 credits 3 periods
Operation, scope, and career opportunities in the music business. Focuses on music in the marketplace, songwriting, publishing, copyright procedures, and business affairs, agents, artist management, and concert production. Prerequisites: None. (F)

MUC110
Music Business: Recording and Mass Media / 3 credits 3 periods
The operation, scope, and career opportunities in the music business. Focuses on the record industry; environmental music; uses of music in radio, telecommunications, and film; and career options. Prerequisites: None. (S)

MUC111
Digital Audio Workstation I (DAW I) / 3 credits 5 periods
Use of digital mixing and automation software in conjunction with editing and recording. Includes computer operation, troubleshooting, and file management. Prerequisites: MUC195 or MUC195AA. (F,S)

MUC112
Digital Audio Workstation II (DAW II) / 3 credits 5 periods
Uses of Pro Tools mixing and automation in conjunction with editing and recording utilizing the Digidesign Digi 001. Includes Macintosh computer operation, troubleshooting, and file management. Prerequisites: MUC111. (F,S)

MUC195
Studio Music Recording I / 3 credits 5 periods
Basic principles of studio sound recording. Emphasis on musical acoustics, operation of recording equipment, studio setups, and multitrack recording. Includes studio session process and musical production decisions. Prerequisites: None. (F,S,Su)

MUC196
Studio Music Recording II / 3 credits 5 periods
Emphasis on signal-processing equipment, mixing consoles, and advanced musical recording session procedures, production, and engineering. Includes mix-down and resultant master tape of a musical recording session. Prerequisites: MUC195 or MUC195AA. (F,S)

MUC197
Live Sound Reinforcement I / 3 credits 3 periods
Basic principles of live sound engineering. Emphasis on signal flow, acoustic, sound reinforcement set-ups and installation, signal processing, microphone selections and placement. Includes setting up sound systems and mixing live music. Prerequisites: None. (F,S)

MUC198
Live Sound Reinforcement II / 3 credits 3 periods
Emphasis on musical production decisions. Front-of-house and monitor console placement, loudspeaker arrangements, power considerations, program material and sound pressure levels. Includes setting up of sound system and mixing live performances with various styles of music. In addition to mixing at alternate locations. Prerequisites: MUC197. (S)

MUC295
Studio Music Recording III / 3 credits 6 periods
Producing and engineering a recording project. Covers how recording studios work and how recording projects are organized from pre-production through delivery of the final mix. Prerequisites: MUC196. (F)

MUC297AB Music Internship / 2 credits 2 periods
Music Internship work experience in a business or industry. Eighty (80) hours of designated work per credit. A maximum of 12 credits allowed. Prerequisites: Departmental approval.

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Music: Education (MUE)

MUE137
Class Brass I / 2 credits 3 periods
Practical class with emphasis on techniques of playing and teaching brass instruments including embouchure, breath control, tone, and literature. Prerequisites: None. (F)

MUE138
Class Brass II / 2 credits 3 periods
Continuation of Class Brass I with additional focus on skills including ensemble performance, transposition, increasing range and solo literature. Prerequisites: MUE137 or permission of instructor. (S)

MUE235
Class Percussion I / 2 credits 3 periods
Practical class with emphasis on techniques of playing and teaching percussion instruments including hand position, rudiments, stick control, and elements of reading rhythms. Prerequisites: None. (F)

MUE236
Class Percussion II / 2 credits 3 periods
Continuation of Class Percussion I with additional emphasis on ensemble techniques and representative literature. Prerequisites: MUE235 or permission of instructor. (S)

MUE237
Class Woodwinds I / 2 credits 3 periods
Practical class with emphasis on techniques of playing and teaching woodwind instruments including embouchure, breath control, tone, mouthpiece selection, and literature. Prerequisites: None. (F)

MUE238
Class Woodwinds II / 2 credits 3 periods
Continuation of Class Woodwinds I with additional emphasis on skills including ensemble performance, transposition, increasing range and literature. Prerequisites: MUE237 or permission of instructor. (S)

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Music: Performance (MUP)

MUP101 Private Instruction* / 1 credit Prerequisite: None
MUP151 Private Instruction* / 1 credit Prerequisite: MUP101
MUP201 Private Instruction* / 1 credit Prerequisite: MUP151
MUP251 Private Instruction* / 1 credit Prerequisite: MUP201
Private instruction emphasizing developmental improvement of musicianship and technique from an entering skill level. Four course sequence required of all music majors meeting departmental requirements. Instruction provided on voice, piano, harpsichord, organ, guitar, trumpet, French horn, trombone, baritone horn, tuba, flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, saxophone, violin, viola, violoncello, contrabass, bass guitar, percussion, and harp. May be repeated for credit. (F,S,Su) *(one 30-minute lesson per week) Note: See Music Department faculty for correct section number and private instructor.

MUP102 Private Instruction* / 2 credits Prerequisite: None
MUP152 Private Instruction* / 2 credits Prerequisite: MUP102
MUP202 Private Instruction* / 2 credits Prerequisite: MUP152
MUP252 Private Instruction* / 2 credits Prerequisite: MUP202
Private instruction emphasizing musicianship, literature, technique and performance. Four course sequence designed for university transfer equivalency. Instruction provided on voice, piano, harpsichord, organ, guitar, trumpet, French horn, trombone, baritone horn, tuba, flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, saxophone, violin, viola, violoncello, contrabass, bass guitar, percussion, and harp. May be repeated for credit. (F,S) *(one 60-minute lesson per week) Note: See Music Department faculty for correct section number and private instructor.

MUP123AB
Studio Class/Voice / .5 credit .5 period
Performance and laboratory class for students enrolled in private voice instruction. Emphasis on demonstration and discussion of specific vocal problems. May be repeated for a total of three credits. Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: Private Voice Instruction. (F,S)

MUP123AC
Studio Class/Guitar / .5 credit .5 period
Performance and laboratory class for students enrolled in private guitar instruction. Emphasis on demonstration and discussion of specific guitar problems. May be repeated for a total of three credits. Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: Private Guitar Instruction. (F,S)

MUP130
Beginning Group Piano / 2 credits 3 periods
Basic introduction to playing piano through music reading, chords, rhythmic, and written activities. Designed for those with little or no piano experience. Prerequisites: None. (F,S,Su)

MUP131
Class Piano I / 2 credits 3 periods
Development of beginning piano techniques and the fundamentals of music including basic hand position, music reading skills of melodic and harmonic material, major scales, transposition, and harmonizations including the I, IV, V7 chords. Prerequisites: None. (F,S,Su)

MUP132
Class Piano II / 2 credits 3 periods
Continuation of Piano I with emphasis on elementary piano techniques including major and minor scales, transposition, improvisation, and sight reading. Prerequisites: MUP 131 or permission of instructor. (F,S,Su)

MUP133
Class Voice I / 2 credits 3 periods
Introduction to the fundamentals of vocal production. Emphasis on breathing techniques, tone production and performances in class of solo vocal literature. Prerequisites: None. (F,S,Su)

MUP134
Class Voice II / 2 credits 3 periods
Continuation of Class Voice I including the elements of stage presence and diction. Prerequisites: MUP133 or permission of instructor. (F,S,Su)

MUP153
A Cappella Choir / 2 credits 5 periods
A mixed choir designed to emphasize choral techniques and performance of all styles of choral literature. Public performances are scheduled during the year including a concert tour. Auditions may be required. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisites: None. (F,S)

MUP161
Community Band / 1 credit 3 periods
Emphasis on college/community participation and the preparation of band literature for public performance. Auditions may be required. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisites: None. (F,S)

MUP162
Band / 2 credits 5 periods
A class designed to emphasize instrumental techniques and the preparation of all styles of band literature. Public performances are scheduled during the year. Auditions may be required. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisites: None. (F,S)

MUP163
Jazz Ensemble / 1 credit 3 periods
Practical and performance experience in various jazz styles. Open to all students on the basis of auditions. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisites: None. (F,S)

MUP164
Jazz Improvisation I / 2 credits 3 periods
Theoretical and performance skills in many styles of jazz improvisation. May be repeated for a total of six (6) credit hours. Prerequisites: None. (F)

MUP165
Jazz Improvisation II / 2 credits 3 periods
Intermediate theoretical and performance skills in many styles of jazz improvisation. May be repeated for a total of six (6) credit hours. Prerequisites: MUP164 or permission of instructor. (O)

MUP181
Chamber Music Ensembles / 1 credit 2 periods
Practical and performance experience in instrumental, vocal, and mixed ensembles. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisites: None. (F,S,Su)

MUP182
Chamber Singers / 1 credit 3 periods
Practical and performance experience in various styles of vocal music. Open to all students on the basis of auditions. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisites: None. (F,S)

MUP190
Percussion Ensemble / 1 credit 3 periods
Practical and performance experience in various percussion styles. Percussion literature from a diverse number of world musical traditions. Western European art music, various African traditions, Indian music, Japanese music, Indonesian music, Mexican, Central, and South American music, and percussion compositions from the American Experimental Tradition rehearsed and performed. Concerts presented throughout the semester. Percussion techniques are studied and refined as they relate to the literature performed. Emphasis placed on reading and listening skills, increased aesthetic discrimination. Informed performance practice and skills on all percussion instruments and traditions. Prerequisites: None. (F,S,E)

MUP209
Elements of Conducting / 2 credits 2 periods
Essentials of conducting techniques used in choral and instrumental ensembles including terminology, interpretation, and styles. Prerequisites: None. (S)

MUP225
Class Guitar I / 2 credits 3 periods
Emphasis on note-reading and folk-style harmonic accompaniment. Includes finger-style laying. Stresses development of efficient practicing techniques and proper sitting and hand positions. Prerequisites: None. (F,S,Su)

MUP226
Class Guitar II / 2 credits 3 periods
Note-reading range including second position and parts of higher positions. Classical, popular, Latin, and other styles of music. Theory including scales, keys, and chord construction. Technical exercises of both hands. Prerequisites: MUP225 or permission of instructor. (F,S,Su)

MUP227
Class Guitar III / 2 credits 3 periods
Additional fingerboard positions. Ensemble techniques and performance. Prerequisites: MUP226 or permission of instructor. (F,S,Su)

MUP228
Class Guitar IV / 2 credits 3 periods
Advanced fingerboard positions. Duet and trio performances. Advanced ensemble techniques. Prerequisites: MUP227 or permission of instructor. (F,S,Su)

MUP231
Class Piano III / 2 credits 3 periods
Development of intermediate piano techniques including selected solo literature, transposition of harmonic patterns, and secondary dominants. Prerequisites: MUP132 or permission of instructor. (F,S,Su)

MUP232
Class Piano IV / 2 credits 3 periods
Continuation of Piano III including modulation techniques, improvisation of piano accompaniments, advanced chromatic harmony, and sight reading of advanced literature. Prerequisites: MUP231 or permission of instructor. (F,S,Su)

MUP233
Class Voice III / 2 credits 3 periods
Interpretive singing through a closer examination of coloring, tone production, dynamics, and tempo indications. Prerequisites: MUP134. (F,S,Su)

MUP234
Class Voice IV / 2 credits 3 periods
Continuation of Class Voice III with additional emphasis on the preparation of solo vocal literature for the purpose of evaluation and the integration of the music with the drama of the music. Prerequisites: MUP233 or permission of instructor. (F,S,Su)

MUP250AA
Survey of Diction for Singers (English) / 1 credit 2 periods
Introduction to the use of phonetics in the study of English song literature. Prerequisites: None. (F (odd years))

MUP250AB
Survey of Diction for Singers (Italian/Latin) / 1 credit 2 periods
Introduction to the use of phonetics in the study of Italian/Latin song literature. Prerequisites: None. (F (even years))

MUP250AC
Survey of Diction for Singers (German) / 1 credit 2 periods
Introduction to the use of phonetics in the study of German song literature. Prerequisites: None. (S (even years))

MUP250AD
Survey of Diction for Singers (French) / 1 credit 2 periods
Introduction to the use of phonetics in the study of French song literature. Prerequisites: None. (S (odd years))

MUP270
Musical Theatre Workshop / 2 credits 5 periods
Workshop in the study and performance of Musical Theatre repertoire. Including audition techniques, talent evaluation criticism, rehearsal techniques, vocal acting styles, stage movement, and performance. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisites: None. (F,S)

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