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DEPARTMENT OF MUSIC Objective. The objective of the Department of Music is two-fold: (1) to provide competent instruction in the field of music, and (2) to provide the specialized train­ ing necessary for the fields of applied music, church music, and music education. Entrance Requirements. In addition to the regular College requirements, students entering the Department of Music must also pass the following: (1) a standard musical aptitude test, (2) a placement examination in music theory, and (3) an audition to determine performance level. Those unable to meet the department requirements may in certain cases be admitted on probation. Deficiences must be removed before admission to the upper division. Activities. The Department of Music provides opportunities for experience in several types of vocal and instrumental ensembles, including the Biola Chorale, Oratorio, and other smaller groups. The Los Angeles Chapter of the American Guild of Organists and the National Church Music Fellowship each sponsor a Student Chapter. As part of the training program, informal recitals are given by all those receiv­ ing individual instruction in applied music. Periodically the more advanced students are presented in public recital. Graduation recitals are presented by qualifying seniors with an applied music major. Attendance at all music recitals is required of music majors. Opportunities. The increasing stature of Los Angeles as a music center provides exceptional opportunities for hearing leading artists. One of the nation's outstanding symphony orchestras, the Philharmonic of Los Angeles, presents two series of con­ certs each season. In the field of chamber music the Music Guild provides an additional series. Students are offered further opportunity to hear the best in sacred music provided by various churches of the Los Angeles area. Service Opportunities. The Metropolitan area furnishes many opportunities for remunerative service in the field of music. There are frequent Ppenings for competent organists, choir directors, soloists, and accompanists, both in churches and on various radio and television programs. Scholarships. Service scholarships covering tuition and applied music fees are available for certain musically talented students evidencing character and academic ability. Graduation Requirements. The following requirements must be met: (1) a com­ prehensive exan1ination covering all phases of the course of study; (2) one year of practical training as a choir director or as an assistant to a church music director. Church Music majors, in addition to the above requirements, must prepare a thesis of no less than 5,000 words on an approved subject. Applied music majors must present a Senior recital.

PROPOSED PROGRAM FOR A MAJOR IN APPLIED MUSIC

FmsT YEAR Number of

SECOND YEAR Number of

Course

Units

Units

Course

Course

Fall Spring

Course

Fall Spring

Phys. Ed . Music

3 1

3 2 2 1 4 1 4

1 2 2 1 1 4 1 3

1 2 2 1 1 4 1 3

Engli sh Phys. Ed. !Vlusic

101, 102 101, 102 111, 11 2 Applied Ens-Act. 101, 102

201, 202 205, 206 207, 208 211, 212 Applied Ens-Act. 201, 202

2 1 4 1 4

Bible

Bible

Doctrine

101

2

17

16

Bible

206

2

17

17

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