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lvlembership open co all students by audition. 007 Jazz Ensemble (1) To provide music education majors and ocher interested st11dent, expe­ rience in jazz techniques and litera­ ture. A large volume and wide vari­ ety of literature is played. discussed and evaluated as co its prospective use at the various levels of second­ ary and collegiate education. Ac least one public performance per semester is scheduled. Member­ ship by audition. 008 Symphonic Winds (1) Performan ce of standard wind ensemble literature . For advanced wind a nd percu ssion players. Membership by audition. 009 Handbell Choir (1) Performance of a wide spectrum of handbell literature as separate ensemble and in conjunction with other instrumental and vocal ensembles. Membership by audition. 010 Vocal Jazz Ensemble (1) Pe rformance of standard vocal jazz music representing the broad range of jazz styles which have developed over the past century in chis country. Membership open to all scudents by audition.

420 Special Studies in Music Literature (2) An in-depth st11dy of music litera­ cure as it relates co specific instru­ ments, ensembles. periods of his­ cory, geographical locations. indi­ vidual composers or ethnic groups. One or more sections offered every year in areas such as piano literature, choral literature. organ liceracure, inscrumencal literature (str ings. W<K>dwinds, brass, percus­ sion instruments), American music. the symphony, th e sering quartet. the concerto, the sonata. 430 Pedagogy (2) For the pri vate reacher. Practical procedures in training a st11dent in general musicianship. memoriza­ tion. proper practice hahics. sight­ reading and ocher areas peculiar co specific instruments. Survey of g raded licerarnre and methods . Sect ions will be offered in areas such as: piano, organ. voice, wind and orchestral instrument.,. 440 Church Music (2) The biblica l foundation for church music: its historical development: current trends: the development of a church music program. 450 Music Practicum (1-3) Fieldwork experience in music under the supervision of the music facult y and professionals in the field . Open co junior and senior music majors with the con­

490 Senior Recital (2) Preparation for senior-level per­ formance major (60-minuce recital). Graded on a credit/no credit basis. Ensembles 001 Biola Chorale (1) Performance of standard c horal licerarnre represe nting a variety of styles and periods. Member­ ship by audition . Fee: $125. 002 Chamber Music Ensemble (1) Encompasses a wide variety of c hambe r grouping and chamber music licerat11re. The following ensemble combinations are com­ monl y organized under chis head­ ing: br ass quintet, woodwind quintet, flute ensemble. sering qu a rtet , perc ussion ensemble, piano chambe r ensembles. Open co keyboa rd and ocher instrumen­ tal srndenc., by audition. 003 Chamber Orchestra (1) Performance of standard chamber music literarure encompassing a wide variety of styles and peri­ ods. Membership by audition. 005 Chamber Choir (1) Performance of standard chamber choir literature representing st yles ranging from the Renais­ sance through the 20th century.

360 Piano Accompanying (2) St11dy and performance of piano accompaniment for vocal and instrumental literarnre: discus­ sion of styles and performance practices: experience in public performance. May he repeated one time for credit. 370 Junior Recital (0) Preparation for junior level applied major 30-minute rec ital. Graded on a c redit/no credit basis. 381 Church Music Principles - Philosophy and Practice (3) lvlusic of th e Bible. Music in eth­ nic and multi cultural churches. 382 Church Music Leadership - Administration (3) Planning and organizing worship serv ices and ocher church events in vo lving musi c. Co ndu ct in g music ensembles and congrega­ tional singing. Working with the pastoral staff and vo lunteers. Communi cat ion skills. Emphasis will be placed on ethnic and mul­ ti cu ltural contexts. 383 Congregational Music (3) H vmn s . songs, pr a ise and wor­ sh ip mu sic. ethnic music. accom­ paniments. 384 Church Music Literature (2) C hoir. kevboard instruments , drama resources. arc, symbolism, banners. audio-visual techniques. Emphasis will be placed on eth­ ni c and multi cult11ral contexts. 390 Opera Workshop (1-3) The srndy and performance of chamber operas. one-ace operas, scenes from major operas and selected Broadway musi ca ls. Open co all st11dents hv audition. 394A/B Music/Opera Theatre: Acting for Singers (2) This course is designed co develop acting skills in singers who wish co perform on the lyr ic stage. Stu­ dent., will be caught techniques for text and character analysis and will explore various music-theatre styles through observation and improvisation. and will appl y these co ncepts co the performance of excerpts from contemporary music

sent of the music fa culty. 460 Principal Applied Instruction (1-3)

Beyond degree requirements, an y music degree objec tive . Same areas of instrucc ion as under 121 and 131 above. (For music majors.) 470 Senior Recital/Final Project (0) Preparation for senior-level music education major (30-minuce recital ). Graded on a credit/no credit basis. 480 Directed Research (1-3) Independent scudy in areas such as history. licerarnre , pedagogy. c hurch music . Each student assigned to a faculty member for guidance and evaluation . Prereq­ ui s ites : junior or senior standing and consent of instructor. 482 Music Research Methods (2) This co urse is de s igned co develop the student's music research skills and co provide opportunity for indi v idual research projects in preparation for th e incelleccual demand s of grad uate-level st11dies.

theatre and opera repertoire. 410 Music Cultures of the World (3)

An introductory st11dy of the inter­ relationships between music and cult11re through the examination of the music of varying cultures. Bas ic e leme nts of music as they are found in world culwres will he st11died with spec ifi c appli cation ro t he work of the church.

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