2019-2020 Academic Catalog & Student Handbooks

Apr 25, 2024

2019-2020 Academic Catalog & Student Handbooks [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions

Course descriptions are listed alphabetically by subject prefix. Each course description begins with a subject prefix followed by a three-digit course number and the course title. If a course includes laboratory or other special activities, that information is contained in the course description. Prerequisites and co-requisites are also listed. A prerequisite is a course, experience, or other required preparation that must be completed before the student will be permitted to enroll in the course. A co-requisite is a course, experience, or other preparation that must be completed at the same time that the student is enrolled in the listed course.

Courses numbered 100 to 199 are primarily for freshmen, 200 to 299 for sophomores, 300 to 399 for juniors and seniors, and 400 to 499 for seniors. Courses numbered 500 and above are reserved for graduate students.

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Music
	MU 510 Music History Credit, three hours. Graduate Music History will explore advanced topics in Medieval, Renaissance, Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and 20^th-21^st Century Music. Special focus on advanced research and analysis of composers and genres.
	MU 511 Music History Credit, three hours. Graduate Music History will explore advanced topics in Medieval, Renaissance, Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and 20^th-21^st Century Music. Special focus on advanced research and analysis of composers and genres.
	MU 524 Advanced Vocal Pedagogy Credit, two hours. An advanced study of teaching materials and methods for the voice. Emphasis on historical and current trends featuring a broad base of application for the singer-teacher.
	MU 525 Advanced Piano Pedagogy Credit, two hours. An advanced course of graded materials and analysis of selected teaching materials for the private teacher of piano, and the establishment and management of a private studio or academic teaching studio.
	MU 533 Piano Literature I Credit, three hours. The study of piano literature from the Baroque period through the Classical period with special emphasis on collaborative repertoire.
	MU 534 Piano Literature II Credit, three hours. The study of piano literature from the Romantic period to the present with a special emphasis on collaborative repertoire. Prerequisite(s): MU 533
	MU 545 Advanced Italian Diction Credit, one hour. The rules of pronunciation utilizing the International Phonetic Alphabet; coaching in the Italian art song and operatic literature including spoken dialogue.
	MU 546 Advanced French Diction Credit, one hour. The rules of pronunciation utilizing the International Phonetic Alphabet; coaching in the mélodie and operatic literature including spoken dialogue.
	MU 547 Advanced German Diction Credit, one hour. The rules of pronunciation utilizing the International Phonetic Alphabet; coaching in the Lied and operatic literature including spoken dialogue.
	MU 575 Independent Study and Research Credit, one to three hours. The student will research and present a graduate level thesis with the guidance of a faculty mentor. Subject matter and requirements will vary based on the student’s area of focus. The research topic is subject to approval.
	MU 580 International Studies in Music Credit, three to six hours. International Studies in Music is designed to provide performance technique, and/or acting and dance performance training for Opera and Musical Theatre. The collaborative piano program provides opportunities to improve collaborative piano skills in vocal and instrumental music, diction, style and artistry. Class structure will include workshop and private instruction format. Students will be required to perform in scenes and scheduled recitals and events.
	MU 590 Intro to Research Credit, three hours. Seminar course in which various facets of choral, instrumental, or elementary music are studied in depth, including topics such as organizational and rehearsal techniques, leadership skills, repertoire selection, curriculum design and current research in the area of specialization. Cross-listed as: MU 690 Intro to Research in Music
	MU 601 Analysis of Tonal Music Credit, three hours. Analysis of literature from the 18th and 19th centuries. Analysis focuses on harmonic and contrapuntal techniques, rudimentary linear reduction concepts, harmonic reduction, and form.
	MU 602 Advanced Analysis Credit, three hours. Detailed study and analysis of selected scores from 1200 to the present.
	MU 606 Seminar in Lit & Style in Performance I Credit, three hours. Selected topics in vocal literature, style and performance. Specific areas may include art song, recitative, opera, oratorio, new music, musical theatre, or other topics per professor’s specialty.
	MU 607 Seminar in Lit & Style in Performance II Credit, three hours. Selected topics in vocal literature, style and performance. Specific areas may include art song, recitative, opera, oratorio, new music, musical theatre, or other topics per professor’s specialty.
	MU 610 Music History Seminar I Credit, three hours Music History Seminar I will explore selected topics in Medieval, Renaissance, Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and 20th-21st Century Music. Special focus on advanced research and analysis of composers and genres.
	MU 611 Music History Seminar II Credit, three hours Music History Seminar II will explore selected topics in Medieval, Renaissance, Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and 20th-21st Century Music. Special focus on advanced research and analysis of composers and genres.
	MU 624 Advanced Vocal Pedagogy Credit, three hours. An advanced study of teaching materials and methods for the voice. Emphasis on historical and current trends featuring a broad base of application for the singer-teacher.
	MU 625 Comparative Vocal Pedagogy Credit, three hours. Techniques for teaching voice in the studio, studio management, culture and a comparison of teaching styles and language. Study of idiomatic singing styles including comprehensive and often controversial definitions which can cross schools of teaching and style, and how to use this information to form teaching language that serves changes in musical style and linguistics.
	MU 626 Historical Vocal Pedagogy Credit, three hours. An historical look at how the science and practice of voice pedagogy developed from the late 19th century until the present, and how changes in musical style affected the approach to teaching.
	MU 627 Musical Theatre Vocal Pedagogy Credit, three hours. A pedagogical and stylistic look at the development of musical theatre from the Golden Age through the 21st century. Emphasis on the definition and teaching of styles of singing, how acoustic qualities in the voice affect amplification in both ambient and electronic forms, and how classical training can strengthen both stylistic and acoustic aims.
	MU 690 Intro to Research in Music Credit, three hours. An introduction to the basic bibliographic tools and research techniques in music. Cross-listed as: MU 590 Intro to Research
	MU 696 Comprehensive Examination Credit, none (no hours). All doctor of musical arts students are required to register for this course at the beginning of the semester during which they take the comprehensive examination. A grade will be determined entirely by an assessment of the student’s performance on the comprehensive examination and will either be pass or fail. The course may be repeated once and must be passed if the student is to graduate. Pass/Fail grading.
	MU 699 Document Research Credit, one to six hour(s) Assigned by the committee chair, research focusing on the selected topic of the thesis. The thesis topic will be approved by the graduate vocal committee and the chair. Pass or Fail
	MUA 217 Collaborative Skills and Accompanying I Credit, one or two hours. Applied accompanying for keyboard majors. A study of the skills necessary to work in a collaborative setting.
	MUA 218 Collaborative Skills and Accompanying II Credit, one or two hours. Applied accompanying for keyboard majors. A study of the skills necessary to work in a collaborative setting.
	MUA 309 Keyboard Chamber Music I Credit, two hours. The study, reading, and performance of chamber literature representative of all musical periods.
	MUA 317 Collaborative Skills and Accompanying III Credit, one hour. Applied accompanying for keyboard majors. A study of the skills necessary to in a collaborative setting.
	MUA 409 Keyboard Chamber Music II Credit, two hours. The study, reading, and performance of chamber literature representative of all musical periods.
	MUA 410 Keyboard Chamber Music III Credit, two hours. This course will allow the student to develop their performance skills by providing on-stage experience and instruction in music and interpretation. Prerequisite or Corequisite:
	MUS 696 Comprehensive Examination No credit (P or F) All doctor of musical arts students are required to register for this course at the beginning of the semester during which they take the comprehensive examination. A grade will be determined entirely by an assessment of the student’s performance on the comprehensive examination and will either be pass or fail. The course may be repeated once and must be passed if the student is to graduate. 0 credit hours. Pass or Fail
Applied Music
	MUA 121.1 Commercial Voice Credit, one hour. A course designed to develop the vocal skill of the student in an effort to enhance freedom and interpretation within appropriate fundamental vocal parameters. Special emphasis will be given to interpretation, production and presentation of commercial, gospel, praise and contemporary Christian music. Prerequisite(s): MUA 131 -MUA 232 or permission of instructor.
	MUA 122.1 Commercial Voice Credit, one hour. A course designed to develop the vocal skill of the student in an effort to enhance freedom and interpretation within appropriate fundamental vocal parameters. Special emphasis will be given to interpretation, production and presentation of commercial, gospel, praise and contemporary Christian music. Prerequisite(s): MUA 131 -MUA 232 or permission of instructor.
	MUA 131 Voice Credit, one or two hours. Private instruction in voice.
	MUA 132 Voice Credit, one or two hours. Private instruction in voice.
	MUA 141 Piano Credit, one or two hours. Private instruction in piano.
	MUA 141.1 Class Piano Credit, one hour. Class instruction in piano.
	MUA 142 Piano Credit, one or two hours. Private instruction in piano.
	MUA 142.1 Class Piano Credit, one hour. Class instruction in piano.
	MUA 143.1 Commercial Keyboard Credit, one or two hours. The commercial keyboard course will provide techniques to ensure a broader expansion for the professional pianist, organist and keyboardist. The majority of the class will emphasize the necessities of church service/worship service improvisation, but will also include a variety of styles, including rock, jazz, pop, country, etc. This course is designed to help students reach a higher playing ability and strengthen their skills in areas not normally covered in their applied lessons. Prerequisite(s): MUA 141 -MUA 242 or permission of instructor.
	MUA 144.1 Commercial Keyboard Credit, one or two hours. The commercial keyboard course will provide techniques to ensure a broader expansion for the professional pianist, organist and keyboardist. The majority of the class will emphasize the necessities of church service/worship service improvisation, but will
	MUA 147 Composition Credit, one or two hours. Class or private instruction in composition. Prerequisite(s): MU 202 and successful completion of piano proficiency exam and/or with permission of instructor.
	MUA 148 Composition Credit, one or two hours. Class or private instruction in composition. Prerequisite(s): MU 202 and successful completion of piano proficiency exam and/or with permission of instructor.
	MUA 151 Organ Credit, one or two hours. Class or private instruction in organ.
	MUA 152 Organ Credit, one or two hours. Class or private instruction in organ.
	MUA 161.1 French Horn Credit, one or two hours. Class or private instruction in french horn.
	MUA 161.2 Trumpet Credit, one or two hours. Class or private instruction in trumpet.
	MUA 161.3 Trombone Credit, one or two hours. Class or private instruction in trombone.
	MUA 161.4 Euphonium Credit, one or two hours. Class or private instruction in euphonium.
	MUA 161.5 Tuba Credit, one or two hours. Class or private instruction in tuba.
	MUA 162.1 French Horn Credit, one or two hours. Class or private instruction in french horn.
	MUA 162.2 Trumpet Credit, one or two hours. Class or private instruction in trumpet.
	MUA 162.3 Trombone Credit, one or two hours. Class or private instruction in trombone.
	MUA 162.4 Euphonium Credit, one or two hours. Class or private instruction in euphonium.
	MUA 162.5 Tuba Credit, one or two hours. Class or private instruction in tuba.
	MUA 171.1 Flute Credit, one or two hours. Class or private instruction in flute.
	MUA 171.2 Oboe Credit, one or two hours. Class or private instruction in oboe.
	MUA 171.3 Clarinet Credit, one or two hours. Class or private instruction in clarinet.
	MUA 171.4 Saxophone Credit, one or two hours. Class or private instruction in saxophone.
	MUA 171.5 Bassoon Credit, one or two hours. Class or private instruction in bassoon.
	MUA 172.1 Flute Credit, one or two hours. Class or private instruction in flute.
	MUA 172.2 Oboe Credit, one or two hours. Class or private instruction in oboe.
	MUA 172.3 Clarinet Credit, one or two hours. Class or private instruction in clarinet.
	MUA 172.4 Saxophone Credit, one or two hours. Class or private instruction in saxophone.
	MUA 172.5 Bassoon Credit, one or two hours. Class or private instruction in bassoon.
	MUA 181.1 Guitar Credit, one or two hours. Private instruction in guitar.
	MUA 181.2 Violin Credit, one or two hours. Class or private instruction in violin.
	MUA 181.3 Viola Credit, one or two hours. Class or private instruction in viola.
	MUA 181.4 Cello Credit, one or two hours. Class or private instruction in cello.
	MUA 181.5 Bass Credit, one or two hours. Class or private instruction in bass.
	MUA 181.6 Commercial Guitar Credit, one or two hours. Class or private instruction in commercial guitar. Prerequisite(s): MUA 181.1 -MUA 282.1 or permission of instructor.
	MUA 181.7 Electric Bass Guitar Credit, one or two hours. Class or private instruction in bass guitar.
	MUA 181.8 Harp Credit, one or two hours. Private instruction in harp.
	MUA 182.1 Guitar Credit, one or two hours. Private instruction in guitar.
	MUA 182.2 Violin Credit, one or two hours. Class or private instruction in violin.
	MUA 182.3 Viola Credit, one or two hours. Class or private instruction in viola.
	MUA 182.4 Cello Credit, one or two hours. Class or private instruction in cello.
	MUA 182.5 Bass Credit, one or two hours. Class or private instruction in bass.
	MUA 182.6 Commercial Guitar Credit, one or two hours. Class or private instruction in commercial guitar. Prerequisite(s): MUA 181.1 -MUA 282.1 or permission of instructor.
	MUA 182.7 Electric Bass Guitar Credit, one or two hours. Class or private instruction in bass guitar.
	MUA 182.8 Harp Credit, one or two hours. Private instruction in harp.
	MUA 191.1 Percussion Credit, one or two hours. Class or private instruction in percussion.
	MUA 191.2 Trap Set Percussion Credit, one or two hours. Private instruction in trap-set drums.
	MUA 192.1 Percussion Credit, one or two hours. Class or private instruction in percussion.
	MUA 192.2 Trap Set Percussion Credit, one or two hours. Private instruction if trap-set drums.
	MUA 200 Piano Proficiency Credit, zero hours.
	MUA 221.1 Commercial Voice Credit, one hour. A course designed to develop the vocal skill of the student in an effort to enhance freedom and interpretation within appropriate fundamental vocal parameters. Special emphasis will be given to interpretation, production and presentation of commercial, gospel, praise and contemporary Christian music. Prerequisite(s): MUA 131 -MUA 232 or permission of instructor.
	MUA 222.1 Commercial Voice Credit, one hour. A course designed to develop the vocal skill of the student in an effort to enhance freedom and interpretation within appropriate fundamental vocal parameters. Special emphasis will be given to interpretation, production and presentation of commercial, gospel, praise and contemporary Christian music. Prerequisite(s): MUA 131 -MUA 232 or permission of instructor.
	MUA 231 Voice Credit, one or two hours. Private instruction in voice.
	MUA 232 Voice Credit, one or two hours. Private instruction in voice.
	MUA 241 Piano Credit, one or two hours. Private instruction in piano.
	MUA 241.1 Class Piano Credit, one hour. Class instruction in piano.
	MUA 242 Piano Credit, one or two hours. Private instruction in piano.
	MUA 242.1 Class Piano Credit, one hour. Class instruction in piano.
	MUA 243.1 Commercial Keyboard Credit, one or two hours. The commercial keyboard course will provide techniques to ensure a broader expansion for the professional pianist, organist and keyboardist. The majority of the class will emphasize the necessities of church service/worship service improvisation, but will
	MUA 244.1 Commercial Keyboard Credit, one or two hours. The commercial keyboard course will provide techniques to ensure a broader expansion for the professional pianist, organist and keyboardist. The majority of the class will emphasize the necessities of church service/worship service improvisation, but will
	MUA 247 Composition Credit, one or two hours. Class or private instruction in composition. Prerequisite(s): MU 202 and successful completion of piano proficiency exam and/or with permission of instructor.
	MUA 248 Composition Credit, one or two hours. Class or private instruction in composition. Prerequisite(s): MU 202 and successful completion of piano proficiency exam and/or with permission of instructor.
	MUA 251 Organ Credit, one or two hours. Class or private instruction in organ.

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Course Descriptions

MU 510 Music History

MU 511 Music History

MU 524 Advanced Vocal Pedagogy

MU 525 Advanced Piano Pedagogy

MU 533 Piano Literature I

MU 534 Piano Literature II

MU 545 Advanced Italian Diction

MU 546 Advanced French Diction

MU 547 Advanced German Diction

MU 575 Independent Study and Research

MU 580 International Studies in Music

MU 590 Intro to Research

MU 601 Analysis of Tonal Music

MU 602 Advanced Analysis

MU 606 Seminar in Lit & Style in Performance I

MU 607 Seminar in Lit & Style in Performance II

MU 610 Music History Seminar I

MU 611 Music History Seminar II

MU 624 Advanced Vocal Pedagogy

MU 625 Comparative Vocal Pedagogy

MU 626 Historical Vocal Pedagogy

MU 627 Musical Theatre Vocal Pedagogy

MU 690 Intro to Research in Music

MU 696 Comprehensive Examination

MU 699 Document Research

MUA 217 Collaborative Skills and Accompanying I

MUA 218 Collaborative Skills and Accompanying II

MUA 309 Keyboard Chamber Music I

MUA 317 Collaborative Skills and Accompanying III

MUA 409 Keyboard Chamber Music II

MUA 410 Keyboard Chamber Music III

MUS 696 Comprehensive Examination

MUA 121.1 Commercial Voice

MUA 122.1 Commercial Voice

MUA 131 Voice

MUA 132 Voice

MUA 141 Piano

MUA 141.1 Class Piano

MUA 142 Piano

MUA 142.1 Class Piano

MUA 143.1 Commercial Keyboard

MUA 144.1 Commercial Keyboard

MUA 147 Composition

MUA 148 Composition

MUA 151 Organ

MUA 152 Organ

MUA 161.1 French Horn

MUA 161.2 Trumpet

MUA 161.3 Trombone

MUA 161.4 Euphonium

MUA 161.5 Tuba

MUA 162.1 French Horn

MUA 162.2 Trumpet

MUA 162.3 Trombone

MUA 162.4 Euphonium

MUA 162.5 Tuba

MUA 171.1 Flute

MUA 171.2 Oboe

MUA 171.3 Clarinet

MUA 171.4 Saxophone

MUA 171.5 Bassoon

MUA 172.1 Flute

MUA 172.2 Oboe

MUA 172.3 Clarinet

MUA 172.4 Saxophone

MUA 172.5 Bassoon

MUA 181.1 Guitar

MUA 181.2 Violin

MUA 181.3 Viola

MUA 181.4 Cello

MUA 181.5 Bass

MUA 181.6 Commercial Guitar

MUA 181.7 Electric Bass Guitar

MUA 181.8 Harp

MUA 182.1 Guitar

MUA 182.2 Violin

MUA 182.3 Viola

MUA 182.4 Cello

MUA 182.5 Bass