COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
214(A) Music Theory: Aural (1) Sight-singing, 4-part dictation of chro matic and modulating materials. 251, 252 Song Literature - Diction (1, 1) See description under 151, 152 above. 260 A, BKeyboard Sight Reading (1, 1) Analysis of sight reading skills and pro cedures. Emphasis on development of ability to read with musical understand ing and adequate fluency at first sight. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. 281 Movement and Dance for Musical Theater (1) The study of specific styles of movement used in musical theater performance. Included will be tap, jazz, and a combi nation of other basic dance styles com mon to musical theater performance. This activi ty class requires a fee and does not meet the general education requirement in Physical Educa tion. 300 Concert Music (0) Attendance at specifi ed number and types of co ncerts eac h semester. Three semesters required for gradua tion. Credit/ no credit; no tuition. 307 Music History and Literature: Medieval Through Early Baroque (2) A hi stori cal and critical study of the period including important contribu tions in musical literature, theory and pe1formance practice. Special atten ti on wi ll be given to the analysis of selected vocal and instrumental works. 308 Music History and Literature: Mid-Baroque Through Classic (2) A historical and critical survey of the period inclu.ding important contribu tions in music literature, theory and performance prac ti ce . Special atten tion will be given to the analysis of selected vocal and instrumental works. 309 Music History and Literature: Late Romantic Through Early 20th Century (2) A historical and critical survey of the period includ ing important contribu tions in music literature, theory and performance practice. Special atten tion will be given to the analysis of selected vocal and instrumental works. 310 Elementary Music Workshop (2) Instruction in materials for teac hing music in the eleme nta ry sc hool. (Non-mL1sic majors - by permission .) 311 Music Theory: Counterpoint (2) Counterpoint. Emphasis on 18th cen tury two- and three- voice techniques. Ana lys is of representative literature and writ in g of short sty le pieces. Prerequisite: 214.
Section Bwill build on Section A material by foc using on sub- text and character analyzation in musical th e ater material. It will also deal with more musically complex material. Prerequisite: section Aor consent. 393 Musical Theater Performance and Production (1-3) The rehearsa l and performance of major musical theater works and / or revues. Audition required. 41 O Music Cultures of the World (3) An inu-oductory study of the interrela tionsh ips between music and culture through the examination of the music of varying cultures. Basic elements of music as they are fo und in wo rld cul tures will be studied with specifi c application to the workof the church. 420 Special Studies in Music Literature (2) An in-<lepth study of music literature as it relates to specific insu-uments, ensem bles, periods of history, geographical locations, individual composers or ethnic groups. One or more sections offered every year in areas such as piano litera ture, choral literature, organ literature, instrumental literature (strin gs, wood winds, brass, percussion instruments), American music , the symphony, the soing quartet, the concerto, the sonata. 430 Pedagogy (2) For the private teacher. Practical pro cedures in train ing a student in gen eral musicianship, memo ri zation , proper practice hab its, sight-read ing and other areas peculiar to specific instruments. Survey of graded litera ture and methods. Sections wi ll be offered in areas such as: piano, organ, voice, wind and orchestral instruments. 440 Church Music (2) The biblical foundation for church music; its historical development; cur rent trends; the development of a church music program. 450 Music Practicum (1 ·3) Fieldwork experience in music under the supervision of the mu sic faculty and professional s in the field. Open to jun ior and senior music majors with the consent of the music faculty. 460 Principal Applied Instruction (1-3) Beyond degree requirements, an y music degree objective. Same areas of instruction as under 121 and 131 above . (For music majors.) 470 Senior Recital/Final Project (0) Preparat ion for senior leve l mus ic education major (30-minu te recital).
312 Music Theory/History and Literature of the 20th Century (3)
350 A Advanced Keyboard Skills (1) This course is designed to teach chur ch service playing ski ll s at an advanced level to pianists and organ ists. Areas of work include: harmoniza tion, transposition , modulation , impro visation, hymn playing, accompanyi ng (solo and choral) and repertoire. 360 A, B Piano Accompanying (2) Study and performance of piano accompaniment for vocal and instru mental literature; discussion of styles and performance practices; experi ence in public performance. 370 Junior Recital (0) Preparation for junior level applied major 30-minute recital. Credit/ no credit; no tui tion. 381 Church Music Principles - Philosophy and Practice (3) Music of the Bible. Music in multicul tural churches. 382 Church Music Leadership - Administration (3) Planning and organizing worshi p ser vices and other church events involv ing music. Conducting music ensem bles and congregat ional singing . Working with the pastoral staff and volunteers. Commun ication skills. 383 Congregational Music (3) Hymns , songs, praise and worship music, ethnic music, accompaniments. 384 Church Music Literature (2) Choir, keyboard instruments, drama resources, art, symbo li sm , banners ,
The study of 20th century theory prac tice and compositiona l techniques within the context of the broad range of 20th century music literature. 315 Music Theory: Aural Emphasis (1) Sight-singing of melodies contain ing leaps and melodies which are chro-_ matic and/ or modulate. Dictation of harmon ic passages that are chromatic and/ or contain 9th and 13th chords. Prerequisite: 214. 320 Music Education (1) A. Brass; B. Percussion; C. Strings; D. Woodwinds; E. Music Drama; F. Fret ted Instruments. Workshops in prepa ration fo r teaching instrumental music and music drama in elemen tary
and secondary schools. 323 Basic Conducting (2)
Basic conducti ng skill s; the psychology of conducting; observation of choral and orchestral rehearsals. 324 Advanced Studies in Conducting (2) One or more sections offered periodi ca lly in the areas of choral and insu-t1- mental conducting. Continuation of the objectives of Music 323 related specifically to the technical and inter pretative skills of either choral or instru mental conducting. Prerequisite: 323. 330 Contemporary Music Issues (1-3) One or more courses offered periodi cally in such areas as: arranging, song writing, performance practice, elec tronic technology. An analysis and activity course that examines contemporary music as it relates to composing, arranging, and performing in po p and jazz styles. Issues addressed wi ll include pop and theater songwri ti ng, vocal and small instrumental ensemble arranging and the performance of contemporary styles as they relate to their use in school and church settings. May be repeated with different content. Prerequisite: 11 4A, 114W or deparunent permission. 334 Philosophy of Music Education (3) An invest igation of philosop hi es of music education and the resulting aes thetic implica tions for teaching music
audio-visual techniques. 390 Opera Workshop (1-3)
The study and performance of cham ber operas , one-act operas , scenes from major operas and selected Broadway musicals. Open to all stu dents byaud ition. 391 Musical Theater Literature (2) The study of song literature of the musi cal theater repertoire. Each semester wi ll focus on a differe nt historical period or particular composer(s). The context and contribution to the devel opment of the musical theater genre of each histOiical pe1iod and/ or composer will be examined. Lecture, demonstra tion, audio and video recordings, and student pe1formance will be employed. 392 A/B Musical Theater Performance Techniques (2) Section A will include the study of basic performance techniques and the analysis of musical theater material. In cl uded will be stage presence and audition preparation.
in all grades. (Music majors.) 340 Special Studies in Music Theory/Composition (2-3)
One or more courses offered periodi cally in such areas as Orchestration , Choral Arranging, Basic Techniques for Arrangers, Electron ic Music, Form and Analysis. Prereq ui site: 312 or consent of insu-t1ctor.
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