Biola University 2015â16 Catalog
educational practice, including standards, testing and assessment, as well as current issues and concerns. A 25-hour fieldwork practicum component is required. Successful completion of this course constitutes one of the requirements for admission to the Teacher Preparation Program. CBEST must be taken during this course. Restriction(s): Must submit Certificate of Clearance forms and valid TB results. Credential candidates must pass this course with a grade of Fee: $140. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 2. MUSC 211 - Improvisation for Non Keyboardists: Concepts/Practices A skill improvement course focusing on rhythmic freedom and melodic embellishment. Hymns and worship choruses used as templates. Prerequisite(s): 163, 164. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 2. MUSC 217 - Improvisation for Keyboardists: Concepts/Practices Focus on contemporary chords, voicings, and progressions; transposition; modulation; musical style. Hymns and worship choruses used as templates. Prerequisite(s): 163, 164. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 2. MUSC 251 - Song Literature I This is the first of two semesters in the survey of song literature from the Middle Ages through the 20th century. This course will cover the history of solo song literature from the Middle Ages through the Classical period, and the history of the German lied from Schubert to Schonberg. Emphasis will be placed on how solo song influences or is influenced by major style trends of the various periods. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 1. MUSC 252 - Song Literature II This is the second of two semesters in the survey of song literature from the Middle Ages through the 20th century. This course will cover the history of French, British and American song from the 19th through the 20th centuries, as well as songs of prominent composers in the National schools. Prerequisite(s): 251. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 1. MUSC 253 - Lyric Diction III Lyric diction is taught in four semesters. All courses are 1-credit lab courses meeting two hours per week. These courses are designed for students studying classical vocal technique whose vocal repertoire consists of foreign language as well as English, and who, therefore, must learn to accurately pronounce and articulate foreign languages, and to know the meaning of every word in the text in order to convey it accurately. In the third semester (MUSC 253) French diction and grammar will be covered. Prerequisite(s): 152. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 1. MUSC 254 - Lyric Diction IV This semester will be a review of the pronunciation and grammar of all languages covered in the first three semesters, and will cover the pronunciation of Latin and Spanish, as well as the proper pronunciation and articulation of the English language. Prerequisite(s): 253. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 1. MUSC 261 - Keyboard Sight Reading I Analysis of sight reading skills and procedures. Emphasis on development of ability to read with musical understanding and adequate fluency at first sight. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 1. MUSC 262 - Keyboard Sight Reading II Continuation of Keyboard Sight Reading I. Analysis of sight reading skills and procedures. Emphasis on development of ability to read with musical understanding and adequate fluency at first sight. Prerequisite(s): 261. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 1. MUSC 270 - Song Writing I Craft imagery, rhymes, melodies; set words to rhythms; use power progressions, harmonic colors; achieve contrast within the verse, chorus, and bridge format. Prerequisite(s): 154. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 2. MUSC 271 - Song Writing II Continuation of Song Writing I. Craft imagery, rhymes, melodies; set words to rhythms; use power progressions, harmonic colors; achieve contrast within the verse, chorus, and bridge format. Prerequisite(s): 270. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 2. MUSC 280 - Performance Seminar Group performance, discussion of performance practice and performance evaluation. Possible sections of voice, piano, organ and various wind and orchestral instruments. Note(s): May be taken for up to 3 credits in the same area of performance. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 1. MUSC 281 - Movement and Dance for Musical Theatre The study of specific styles of movement used in musical theatre performance. Included will be tap, jazz and a combination of other basic dance styles common to musical theatre performance. This activity class requires a fee and does not meet the general education requirement in Physical Education. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 1.
MUSC 287 - Hymnology Exploration of theological and narrative content of major classic and modern hymns. Memorization of several hymns, and learning ways to communicate content effectively. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 1. MUSC 300 - Concert Music Attendance at specified number and types of concerts each semester. Three semesters of this course are required for graduation with a B.M. degree. Grade Mode: C. Credit(s): 0. MUSC 307 - Music History and Literature: Medieval Through Early Baroque A historical and critical study of the period including important contributions in musical literature, theory and performance practice. Special attention will be given to the analysis of selected vocal and instrumental works. Prerequisite(s): 164. Fee: $43. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 2. MUSC 308 - Music History and Literature: Mid-Baroque Through Classic A historical and critical survey of the period including important contributions in music literature, theory and performance practice. Special attention will be given to the analysis of selected vocal and instrumental works. Prerequisite(s): 307. Fee: $43. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 2. MUSC 309 - Music History and Literature: Late Romantic Through Early 20th Century A historical and critical survey of the period including important contributions in music literature, theory and performance practice. Special attention will be given to the analysis of selected vocal and instrumental works. Prerequisite(s): 308. Fee: $43. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 2. MUSC 310 - Elementary Music Workshop Instruction in materials for teaching music in the elementary school. Prerequisite(s): LEDU 301. Note(s): Non-music majors. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 2. MUSC 312 - Music Theory/History and Literature of the 20th Century The study of 20th century theory practice and compositional techniques within the context of the broad range of 20th century music literature. Prerequisite(s): 309. Fee: $43. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. MUSC 321 - Marching Band Lab Workshop in preparation for teaching marching band principles and techniques in the intermediate and secondary schools. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 1. MUSC 323 - Basic Conducting Basic conducting skills; the psychology of conducting; observation of choral and orchestral rehearsals. Prerequisite(s): 364. Restriction(s): Must be a Junior or Senior class Music major or minor. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 2. MUSC 324 - Advanced Studies in Conducting One or more sections offered periodically in the areas of choral and instrumental conducting. Continuation of the objectives of MUSC 323 related specifically to the technical and interpretative skills of either choral or instrumental conducting. Prerequisite(s): 323. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 2. MUSC 328 - General Music Methods An introduction to teaching general music in both elementary and secondary school situations in accordance with national and state standards for music education. Prerequisite(s): 205. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 2. MUSC 330 - Contemporary Music Issues One or more courses offered periodically in such areas as: arranging, songwriting, performance practice, electronic technology. An analysis and activity course that examines contemporary music as it relates to composing, arranging and performing in pop and jazz styles. Issues addressed will include pop and theatre songwriting, vocal and small instrumental ensemble arranging and the performance of contemporary styles as they relate to their use in school and church settings. Prerequisite(s): 163, 164. Note(s): May be taken multiple times with different content. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 1â3. MUSC 332 - Music for Children Pre-professional course designed for music majors who plan to qualify for the state Kâ12 single subject teaching credential in music. Students learn and practice skills important for teaching elementary music lessons. Explores the history and philosophy of American music education, emphasizing influences of Dalcroze, Kodaly, Orff and Suzuki. Prerequisite(s): 205. Restriction(s): Must be a Music Education major. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 2.
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