Biola University 2015–16 Catalog
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Core Requirements Music Education majors must choose either a choral or instrumental emphasis. The Professional Teacher Preparation Program leading to a California Teaching Credential at Biola University is subject to change in response to new legislation. Please see a credential analyst in the School of Education for current information on completing the requirements for a teaching credential. Students must consult with both their major advisor and a School of Education advisor. MUSC 102 Voice Class Credit(s): 1. Voice principle students are exempt from this course. MUSC 118 Keyboard II Credit(s): 1. MUSC 119 Keyboard III Credit(s): 1. Keyboard principle students are exempt from MUSC 118 & 119 (see below). MUSC 141 Applied Music Credit(s): 1. Must be taken for a total of 4 credits through proficiency level: 164. MUSC 153 Sight-Singing and Dictation I Credit(s): 2. MUSC 154 Music Theory I Credit(s): 2. MUSC 163 Sight-Singing and Dictation II Credit(s): 2. MUSC 164 Music Theory II Credit(s): 2. MUSC 200 Concert Music Credit(s): 0. Must be taken for a total of four semesters. MUSC 205 Introduction to Music Education Credit(s): 2. MUSC 300 Concert Music Credit(s): 0. Must be taken for a total of three semesters. MUSC 307 Music History and Literature: Medieval Through Early Baroque Credit(s): 2. MUSC 308 Music History and Literature: Mid-Baroque Through Classic Credit(s): 2. MUSC 309 Music History and Literature: Late Romantic Through Early 20th Century Credit(s): 2. MUSC 312 Music Theory/History and Literature of the 20th Century Credit(s): 3. MUSC 321 Marching Band Lab Credit(s): 1. Choral principle students are exempt from this course. MUSC 323 Basic Conducting Credit(s): 2. MUSC 324 Advanced Studies in Conducting Credit(s): 2. MUSC 328 General Music Methods Credit(s): 2. MUSC 332 Music for Children Credit(s): 2. MUSC 338 Secondary Music Methods Credit(s): 2. MUSC 348 Vocal and Instrumental Arranging for Schools Credit(s): 2. MUSC 353 Sight-Singing and Dictation III Credit(s): 1. MUSC 354 Music Theory III Credit(s): 2. MUSC 356 Music Education: Brass Credit(s): 1. MUSC 357 Music Education: Percussion Credit(s): 1. MUSC 358 Music Education: Strings Credit(s): 1. MUSC 359 Music Education: Woodwinds Credit(s): 1. MUSC 363 Sight-Singing and Dictation IV Credit(s): 1. MUSC 364 Music Theory IV Credit(s): 2. MUSC 390 Opera Workshop Credit(s): 1–3. Instrumental principle students are exempt from this course. MUSC 410 Music Cultures of the World Credit(s): 3. MUSC 420 Special Studies in Music Literature Credit(s): 2. Should be taken as: Instrumental or Choral Literature for Schools. MUSC 421 Applied Music Credit(s): 1. Must be taken for a total of 4 credits through proficiency: level 468.
The Conservatory provides opportunities for experience in several types of vocal and instrumental ensembles, including the Biola Chorale, Symphony Orchestra, Symphonic Winds, Jazz Ensemble, Women’s Chorus, Men’s Chorus, Vocal Jazz Ensemble and Chamber Music Ensembles. All are open to non-music majors as well as music majors by audition. Concert Series The Conservatory concert series features outstanding guest artists and student ensembles. Masterclasses and Artist-in-Residence Program Opportunities for participating in masterclasses with guest artists are available annually. Of special note is the ongoing series of masterclasses and recitals by world-renowned artists, including Menahem Pressler, pianist, Artist-in-Residence. Local Opportunities The Southern California area provides exceptional opportunities for hearing the world’s leading artists, as well as outstanding college and church music performances. Service Opportunities The Los Angeles metropolitan area offers many opportunities for remunerative service in music. There are frequent openings for competent church choir directors, soloists, accompanists, instrumentalists, and organists. Scholarships Music awards in varying amounts are available to qualified students. Complete information is available by writing: Director, Conservatory of Music, Biola University, 13800 Biola Avenue, La Mirada, CA 90639- 0001 or by emailing music@biola.edu. Applied Music In order to graduate, music students must reach primary applied proficiency level standards designated for each degree program. Applied Music lessons are guided by faculty or studio artists who have expertise and professional experience in the voice or instrument under study. Studio artists are affiliated with Biola via independent contracts and thus do not undergo the same process for hire as do faculty. The studio artists are all highly competent individuals who appreciate Biola and endorse the goals of the Conservatory, but their theological conceptualization has not undergone the same close review as that of the faculty. For more information, see the Conservatory Office. Degree Program The Bachelor of Music in Music Education degree is offered upon completion of the University baccalaureate and major requirements. The major requirements include completing a basic core of 30 credits of music and specific degree requirements of an additional 53 credits for Music Education. Total credits: 83. Students interested in pursuing this degree must demonstrate a high level of performance potential and commitment to music education as a profession. Integration Seminar Requirement Students enrolled in the Bachelor of Music degree program are required to take BBST 465 - Integration Seminar: Redeeming Culture through Music. (This course fulfills the integration seminar Bible requirement). GPA Requirements Students in the degree program must maintain a 2.0 GPA in the major and receive a minimum grade of “C-” in each required course. General Education Requirements Candidates for the Bachelor of Music degree are exempt from the general education requirement in foreign language, literature and fine arts; and need take only 5 credits in mathematics and/or science.
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