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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
In addition to the core requirements above, this concentration must complete the following.
Concentration-Specific Requirements MATH 331 Probability
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MATH 341 MATH 415
Classical Geometry
church music performances. Service Opportunities
Number Theory and the History of Mathematics
MATH 318
Biostatistics
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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 emailing music@biola.edu or by writing: Director, Conservatory of Music Biola University 13800 Biola Avenue La Mirada, CA 90639-0001 Learning Outcomes Program Learning Outcomes Upon completion of the Bachelor of Music in Composition, students will be able to: 1. Apply historical and theoretical understanding to the analysis of musical forms, processes, structures and masterpieces from the western art music tradition (ULO 1). 2. Describe how they intend to integrate their faith in their anticipated future professional activities (ULO 2). 3. Demonstrate basic musicianship skills in sight-singing, dictation, conducting, voice and piano (ULO 3). 4. Apply their stylistic, theoretical, interpretive and technical skills and understanding to create and perform personal, communicative performances on their primary instrument (ULO 3). 5. Apply their knowledge of compositional techniques and the musical elements (form, melody, harmony, etc.) to write original compositions (ULO 2). 6. Demonstrate artistic maturity in terms of their craft creativity, clarity of expression on the written page, and efficiency in writing for established deadlines (ULO 3). Each Program Learning Outcome (PLO) listed above references at least one of the University Learning Outcomes (ULO 1, 2, 3), which may be found in the General Information (p. 5) section of this catalog. Requirements Admission Requirements All students seeking admission must demonstrate musical background and performance strengths necessary for successful completion of the stated curriculum. Admission into Biola University does not guarantee admission into the Conservatory as a music major. A student will be admitted to the Conservatory of Music after: 1. Meeting requirements for University admission.
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Introduction to Teaching
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LEDU 330 LEDU 341
Psychological Foundations of Education Methods of Teaching Linguistically Diverse Students
LEDU 425 LEDU 433 LEDU 436 LEDU 437
Secondary Content Area Reading
Single Subject Pedagogy Secondary Curriculum
Secondary Curriculum Fieldwork
Student teaching (12 credits) may be completed at the graduate level and is not required for undergraduate graduation: LEDU 450 Secondary Student Teaching I LEDU 452 Secondary Student Teaching II Elective Requirements Select two courses at the 300 or 400 level in Math
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Music Composition, B.M. Degree Program
The Bachelor of Music degrees are 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 50 credits for Composition. Total credits: 80. Students interested in pursuing this degree must demonstrate a high level of performance potential and commitment to music as a profession. Special Programs/Opportunities Ensembles 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
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