In addition to the general education and core music degree requirements, students must complete all of the prescribed courses listed in the instrumental performance major as well as 12 units of additional upper division music electives or a concentration. 

Designed for the music major whose primary instrument is other than piano. The course material will focus on the rudiments of piano playing, including acquisition of the Technical Skills (Items 1-10) of Piano Proficiency (i.e. scales, arpeggios, and chords). (1 Units)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS012-C
STAFF, STAFF
09/02/2025 TTh 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM Hawkins Music Building 159
MUS012-A
Dahlgren, Steven J
09/02/2025 TTh 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM Hawkins Music Building 159
MUS012-B
Dahlgren, Steven J
09/02/2025 TTh 8:45 AM - 9:45 AM Hawkins Music Building 159

Designed for the music major whose primary instrument is other than piano. The course material will focus primarily on the Functional Skills (Items 11-15) of Piano Proficiency (i.e. solo repertoire, harmonization, transposition, score-reading, and sight-reading) with review of the Technical Skills. Prerequisite: MUS012 (1 Units)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS022-C
STAFF, STAFF
01/12/2026 TTh 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM Hawkins Music Building 159
MUS022-A
Williams, Chessa W.
01/12/2026 TTh 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM Hawkins Music Building 159
MUS022-B
Williams, Chessa W.
01/12/2026 TTh 8:45 AM - 9:45 AM Hawkins Music Building 159

Plus, MUS 080-089 - Private Instruction (8 units minimum)
Plus, MUS__ -Major Ensemble (8 units minimum)

*See notes in current catalog. 

 

A review of music fundamentals, intensive study of basic concepts of music theory for the music major, introduction to music notation software. Concert attendance requirement. (3 Units)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS114-B
St Marseille, Daniel F
09/02/2025 MWF 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM Hawkins Music Building 147
MUS114-A
St Marseille, Daniel F
09/02/2025 MWF 8:15 AM - 9:15 AM Hawkins Music Building 147

Introductory experiences in sight-singing and ear-training. (1 Units)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS115-A
Park, Angela J.
09/02/2025 MW 8:15 AM - 9:15 AM Hawkins Music Building 101
MUS115-B
Park, Angela J.
09/02/2025 MW 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM Hawkins Music Building 101

Development of skills in analyzing and writing music involving diatonic voice leading principles and harmonic progressions. Examples are drawn from art, sacred and popular music. Concert attendance requirement. Prerequisite: MUS114 (3 Units)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS124-B
St Marseille, Daniel F
01/12/2026 MWF 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM Hawkins Music Building 147
MUS124-A
St Marseille, Daniel F
01/12/2026 MWF 8:15 AM - 9:15 AM Hawkins Music Building 147

Continued development of aural skills and introduction to keyboard harmony and improvisation. Prerequisite: MUS115 (1 Units)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS125-A
Park, Angela J.
01/12/2026 MW 8:15 AM - 9:15 AM Hawkins Music Building 101
MUS125-B
Park, Angela J.
01/12/2026 MW 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM Hawkins Music Building 101

Emphasis on musical instruments, and their significance in a culture's folklore, religion and history; fundamental elements of music and how they vary in different traditions; the effects of cultural influences such as gender and ethnically on the perception, interpretations and performance of music; forces of nationalism, acculturation, and westernization and their effect on musical traditions. (2 Units)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS202-A
Wheeler, Ruth Noemy
09/02/2025 MW 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM Hawkins Music Building 162
MUS202-A
Wheeler, Ruth Noemy
01/12/2026 MW 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM Hawkins Music Building 162

Advanced writing and analysis of music involving chromatic and extended harmonies, and an introduction to 16th century polyphony and 18th century counterpoint. Examples are drawn from art, sacred and popular music. Prerequisite: MUS124 (3 Units)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS214-A
Kirk, Erin P.
09/02/2025 MWF 8:15 AM - 9:15 AM Hawkins Music Building 163
MUS214-B
Kirk, Erin P.
09/02/2025 MWF 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM Hawkins Music Building 163

Advanced training in ear-training, sight-singing and keyboard harmony involving chromatic exercises. Prerequisite: MUS125 (1 Units)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS215-B
King, Nathan E.
09/02/2025 MW 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM Hawkins Music Building 108
MUS215-A
King, Nathan E.
09/02/2025 MW 8:15 AM - 9:15 AM Hawkins Music Building 108

Writing and analysis of music since 1900. Focus on contemporary harmonic practice, influence of art and popular music. Concert attendance requirement. Prerequisite: MUS214 (3 Units)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS224-A
Kirk, Erin P.
01/12/2026 MWF 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM Hawkins Music Building 162

Advanced work in ear-training and sight-singing. Prerequisite: MUS215 (1 Units)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS225-A
King, Nathan E.
01/12/2026 MW 8:15 AM - 9:15 AM Hawkins Music Building 162

Basic conducting skills, principles, and rehearsal techniques for choral and instrumental music. Observations of choral and instrumental ensemble rehearsals. Prerequisite: MUS214 (2 Units)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS312-A
Holliday, Guy M.
09/02/2025 TTh 8:45 AM - 10:15 AM Hawkins Music Building 101
MUS312-B
Holliday, Guy M.
09/02/2025 TTh 12:15 PM - 1:45 PM Hawkins Music Building 147

A general survey course of the history of Western European music and of selected non-Western cultures. Includes lectures, readings, and a research paper. Ancient through Renaissance. Prerequisite: (MUS124,MUS125) (2 Units)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS313-A
Golden, Joshua Charles
09/02/2025 TTh 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM Hawkins Music Building 163

(3 Units)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation

Following the scope and format of the music history courses, this course is a general survey of musical styles and history of the Baroque and Classical periods. Prerequisite: (MUS124,MUS125) (3 Units)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS323-A
STAFF, STAFF
01/12/2026 TTh 8:45 AM - 10:15 AM Hawkins Music Building 163

Following the scope and format of the music history courses, this course is a general survey of musical styles and history of the Baroque and Classical periods, with emphasis on the Romantic period. Prerequisite: (MUS124,MUS125) (3 Units)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS324-A
Toledo, David M.
09/02/2025 TTh 12:15 PM - 1:45 PM Hawkins Music Building 163

Course content provides a continuation of Music History III with emphasis on the 20th century period. American music and implications of recent developments, including electronic and experimental music, are also included. Prerequisite: (MUS124,MUS125) (2 Units)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS325-A
Pickett, Glenn A.
01/12/2026 TTh 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM Hawkins Music Building 163

Music majors in the Performance or Composition for Stage and Screen degree programs present a concert or half recital of 20-30 minutes during their junior year. Students will perform selections from their Junior Recital repertoire in this class setting, and will receive constructive critique from the instructor and classmates. Students must successfully complete the Applied Music Proficiency and Piano Proficiency in order to enroll in this course. (1 Units)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS341-A
Moon, Gene Ho
09/02/2025 - Instructor OFFC
MUS341-A
Moon, Gene Ho
01/12/2026 T 8:45 AM - 10:15 AM Hawkins Music Building 101

(2 Units)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation

Students seeking a Bachelor of Arts in Music or Bachelor of Music degree must enroll in Senior Recital and Project in the semester they intend to perform their Senior Recital, typically the last semester of their senior year. Students may enroll in the course after successfully completing the Applied Music Proficiency and meeting the performance expectations described in the Undergraduate Handbook for their specific course of study. Piano Proficiency completion required. Requirements for recital length are determined by the student's major. See School of Performing Arts Undergraduate Student Handbook for recital length and repertoire requirements. (1 Units)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS431-A
Moon, Gene Ho
09/02/2025 - Instructor OFFC
MUS431-A
Moon, Gene Ho
01/12/2026 T 8:45 AM - 10:15 AM Hawkins Music Building 101

This class provides a theological and philosophical foundation for studying the performing arts. This course examines the relationship between beauty, the arts, and the Christian life and worship. It is primarily designed as an examination of the aesthetic, cultural, and creative components of the performing arts, but it will also explore other art forms, philosophies of culture, and the arts' capacities for spiritual formation. Giving particular attention to music and theatre, this course will examine the role that the arts play in society, in the church, and in Christian worship. (3 Units)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
PFA360-A
Williams, Chessa W.
09/02/2025 TTh 12:15 PM - 1:45 PM Hawkins Music Building 162
PFA360-A
Williams, Chessa W.
01/12/2026 TTh 12:15 PM - 1:45 PM Hawkins Music Building 163

*Students must complete 8 units of private instruction in the same instrumental area from the following list of courses. These 8 units are in addition to those in the Core Applied Music Requirements.

Private Instruction is offered with material and performance of increasing difficulty as the student develops. Students must arrange a lesson time before or during the first week of classes in the School of Performing Arts office or with the instructor. Twelve (12) half-hour lessons will be offered per unit. Students are expected to perform in Student Recitals and a Jury Exam. Prerequisite: MUS083 (2 Units)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS463-A
Brand Butler, Angela H
09/02/2025 F 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM Instructor OFFC
MUS463-A
STAFF, STAFF
01/12/2026 F 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM Instructor OFFC

Private Instruction is offered with material and performance of increasing difficulty as the student develops. Students must arrange a lesson time before or during the first week of classes in the School of Performing Arts office or with the instructor. Twelve (12) half-hour lessons will be offered per unit. Students are expected to perform in Student Recitals and a Jury Exam. Prerequisite: MUS084 (2 Units)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS464-F
Chang, David W.
09/02/2025 F 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM Instructor OFFC
MUS464-G
King, Nathan E.
09/02/2025 F 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM Instructor OFFC
MUS464-H
Low-Atwater, Elizabeth A.
09/02/2025 F 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM Instructor OFFC
MUS464-E
St Marseille, Daniel F
09/02/2025 F 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM Instructor OFFC
MUS464-A
Oppermann, Mary L
09/02/2025 F 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM Instructor OFFC
MUS464-B
Oh, Kathy S.
09/02/2025 F 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM Instructor OFFC
MUS464-C
STAFF, STAFF
09/02/2025 F 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM Instructor OFFC
MUS464-D
STAFF, STAFF
09/02/2025 F 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM Instructor OFFC
MUS464-E
St Marseille, Daniel F
01/12/2026 F 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM Instructor OFFC
MUS464-F
Chang, David W.
01/12/2026 F 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM Instructor OFFC
MUS464-G
King, Nathan E.
01/12/2026 F 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM Instructor OFFC
MUS464-H
Low-Atwater, Elizabeth A.
01/12/2026 F 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM Instructor OFFC
MUS464-A
Oppermann, Mary L
01/12/2026 F 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM Instructor OFFC
MUS464-B
Oh, Kathy S.
01/12/2026 F 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM Instructor OFFC
MUS464-C
STAFF, STAFF
01/12/2026 F 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM Instructor OFFC
MUS464-D
STAFF, STAFF
01/12/2026 F 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM Instructor OFFC

Private Instruction is offered with material and performance of increasing difficulty as the student develops. Students must arrange a lesson time before or during the first week of classes in the School of Performing Arts office or with the instructor. Twelve (12) half-hour lessons will be offered per unit. Students are expected to perform in Student Recitals and a Jury Exam. Prerequisite: MUS085 (2 Units)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS465-C
Beatty, David S.
09/02/2025 F 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM Instructor OFFC
MUS465-E
Perkins, Barry E.
09/02/2025 F 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM Instructor OFFC
MUS465-A
Cherry, Lisa
09/02/2025 F 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM Instructor OFFC
MUS465-B
Richardson, Kevin D.
09/02/2025 F 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM Instructor OFFC
MUS465-D
Idzinski, Thomas C.
09/02/2025 F 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM Instructor OFFC
MUS465-A
Cherry, Lisa
01/12/2026 F 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM Instructor OFFC
MUS465-B
Richardson, Kevin D.
01/12/2026 F 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM Instructor OFFC
MUS465-C
Beatty, David S.
01/12/2026 F 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM Instructor OFFC
MUS465-D
Chouinard Mitchell, Kathryn E.
01/12/2026 F 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM Instructor OFFC
MUS465-E
Perkins, Barry E.
01/12/2026 F 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM Instructor OFFC

Private Instruction is offered with material and performance of increasing difficulty as the student develops. Students must arrange a lesson time before or during the first week of classes in the School of Performing Arts office or with the instructor. Twelve (12) half-hour lessons will be offered per unit. Students are expected to perform in Student Recitals and a Jury Exam. Prerequisite: MUS086 (2 Units)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS466-A
Wheeler, Ruth Noemy
09/02/2025 F 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM Instructor OFFC
MUS466-B
Huang, I-Ting
09/02/2025 F 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM Instructor OFFC
MUS466-E
Chan Valerio, Celia M.
09/02/2025 F 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM Instructor OFFC
MUS466-C
Rivas, Aristides
09/02/2025 F 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM Instructor OFFC
MUS466-D
Nunez, Nestor R
09/02/2025 F 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM Instructor OFFC
MUS466-F
Kim, JinHee K.
09/02/2025 F 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM Instructor OFFC
MUS466-A
Wheeler, Ruth Noemy
01/12/2026 F 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM Instructor OFFC
MUS466-B
Huang, I-Ting
01/12/2026 F 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM Instructor OFFC
MUS466-C
Maldonado, Ana Maria
01/12/2026 F 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM Instructor OFFC
MUS466-D
Nunez, Nestor R
01/12/2026 F 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM Instructor OFFC
MUS466-E
Chan Valerio, Celia M.
01/12/2026 F 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM Instructor OFFC
MUS466-F
Kim, JinHee K.
01/12/2026 F 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM Instructor OFFC
MUS466-G
Chang, David W.
01/12/2026 F 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM Instructor OFFC
MUS466-H
Rivas, Aristides
01/12/2026 F 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM Instructor OFFC

Private Instruction is offered with material and performance of increasing difficulty as the student develops. Students must arrange a lesson time before or during the first week of classes in the School of Performing Arts office or with the instructor. Twelve (12) half-hour lessons will be offered per unit. Students are expected to perform in Student Recitals and a Jury Exam. Prerequisite: MUS087 (2 Units)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS467-A
McConnell, Matthew Allen
09/02/2025 F 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM Instructor OFFC
MUS467-B
Walton, Tyler E.
09/02/2025 F 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM Instructor OFFC
MUS467-B
Walton, Tyler E.
01/12/2026 F 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM Instructor OFFC
MUS467-A
McConnell, Matthew Allen
01/12/2026 F 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM Instructor OFFC

Private Instruction is offered with material and performance of increasing difficulty as the student develops. Students must arrange a lesson time before or during the first week of classes in the School of Performing Arts office or with the instructor. Twelve (12) half-hour lessons will be offered per unit. Students are expected to perform in Student Recitals and a Jury Exam. Prerequisite: MUS088 (2 Units)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS468-B
Navales, Ryan A.
09/02/2025 F 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM Instructor OFFC
MUS468-A
Aaron, Blake
09/02/2025 F 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM Instructor OFFC
MUS468-B
STAFF, STAFF
01/12/2026 F 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM Instructor OFFC
MUS468-C
Aaron, Blake
01/12/2026 F 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM Instructor OFFC
MUS468-A
Navales, Ryan A.
01/12/2026 F 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM Instructor OFFC

 

Complete 2 units from the following:

Chamber Ensemble provides opportunities for preparation and performance of small ensemble repertoire. Ensembles rehearse weekly, are provided coaching, and present performances of the music studied. The course is open to all music majors and to non-music majors by instructor permission. Students must be enrolled in at least one ensemble for full credit each semester. Additional ensembles may be taken for zero (0) units. (1 Units)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS095-B
STAFF, STAFF
09/02/2025 - Instructor OFFC
MUS095-C
Ward, Jeremy Daniel
09/02/2025 - Instructor OFFC
MUS095-G
STAFF, STAFF
09/02/2025 - Instructor OFFC
MUS095-H
Ward, Jeremy Daniel
09/02/2025 - Instructor OFFC
MUS095-E
King, Nathan E.
09/02/2025 Th 6:15 PM - 7:45 PM Hawkins Music Building 108
MUS095-F
McConnell, Matthew Allen
09/02/2025 F 1:15 PM - 2:45 PM Hawkins Music Building 147
MUS095-D
St Marseille, Daniel F
09/02/2025 - Instructor OFFC
MUS095-A
Brand Butler, Angela H
09/02/2025 - Instructor OFFC
MUS095-J
STAFF, STAFF
01/12/2026 - Instructor OFFC
MUS095-K
STAFF, STAFF
01/12/2026 TTh 4:15 PM - 5:45 PM Instructor OFFC
MUS095-L
St Marseille, Daniel F
01/12/2026 - Instructor OFFC
MUS095-M
Richardson, Kevin D.
01/12/2026 - Instructor OFFC
MUS095-B
Cruz, Jennifer Marie
01/12/2026 - Instructor OFFC
MUS095-C
Wheeler, Ruth Noemy
01/12/2026 - Instructor OFFC
MUS095-D
Oppermann, Mary L
01/12/2026 - Instructor OFFC
MUS095-E
St Marseille, Daniel F
01/12/2026 Th 6:15 PM - 7:45 PM Hawkins Music Building 108
MUS095-G
Huang, I-Ting
01/12/2026 - Instructor OFFC
MUS095-H
Rivas, Aristides
01/12/2026 - Instructor OFFC
MUS095-I
Jaramillo, Andres E.
01/12/2026 - Instructor OFFC
MUS095-A
Moon, Gene Ho
01/12/2026 - Instructor OFFC
MUS095-F
McConnell, Matthew Allen
01/12/2026 F 1:15 PM - 2:45 PM Hawkins Music Building 147

Jazz Ensemble provides musicians with opportunities to learn a variety of jazz styles in a "big band" setting, as well as to enhance individual improvisational skills. This course also provides practical experience through rehearsals and performances. It is open to qualified students by audition or instructor's consent. Students must be enrolled in at least one ensemble for full credit each semester. Additional ensembles may be taken for zero (0) units. (1 Units)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS096-A
St Marseille, Daniel F
09/02/2025 TTh 4:15 PM - 5:45 PM Hawkins Music Building 108
MUS096-A
St Marseille, Daniel F
01/12/2026 TTh 4:15 PM - 5:45 PM Hawkins Music Building 108

 

Complete 2 additional units from the following:

An inclusive concert band designed to provide instrumental experience and growth through rehearsal and public performance. Open to qualified students by audition or instructor's consent. Students must be enrolled in at least one ensemble for full credit each semester. Additional ensembles may be taken for zero (0) units. (1 Units)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS067-A
Levine, Brent Stephen
09/02/2025 T 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Hawkins Music Building 108
MUS067-A
STAFF, STAFF
01/12/2026 T 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Hawkins Music Building 108

University Choir and Orchestra is open by audition to all interested students. The group will rehearse and perform a variety of music. A concert tour at the end of the school year is required. Students must be enrolled in at least one ensemble for full credit each semester. Additional ensembles may be taken for zero (0) units. (1 Units)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS090-A
Golden, Joshua Charles
09/02/2025 TTh 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM Hawkins Music Building 101
MUS090-A
Bolin, John Edward
01/12/2026 TTh 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM Hawkins Music Building 101

Chamber Ensemble provides opportunities for preparation and performance of small ensemble repertoire. Ensembles rehearse weekly, are provided coaching, and present performances of the music studied. The course is open to all music majors and to non-music majors by instructor permission. Students must be enrolled in at least one ensemble for full credit each semester. Additional ensembles may be taken for zero (0) units. (1 Units)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS095-B
STAFF, STAFF
09/02/2025 - Instructor OFFC
MUS095-C
Ward, Jeremy Daniel
09/02/2025 - Instructor OFFC
MUS095-G
STAFF, STAFF
09/02/2025 - Instructor OFFC
MUS095-H
Ward, Jeremy Daniel
09/02/2025 - Instructor OFFC
MUS095-E
King, Nathan E.
09/02/2025 Th 6:15 PM - 7:45 PM Hawkins Music Building 108
MUS095-F
McConnell, Matthew Allen
09/02/2025 F 1:15 PM - 2:45 PM Hawkins Music Building 147
MUS095-D
St Marseille, Daniel F
09/02/2025 - Instructor OFFC
MUS095-A
Brand Butler, Angela H
09/02/2025 - Instructor OFFC
MUS095-J
STAFF, STAFF
01/12/2026 - Instructor OFFC
MUS095-K
STAFF, STAFF
01/12/2026 TTh 4:15 PM - 5:45 PM Instructor OFFC
MUS095-L
St Marseille, Daniel F
01/12/2026 - Instructor OFFC
MUS095-M
Richardson, Kevin D.
01/12/2026 - Instructor OFFC
MUS095-B
Cruz, Jennifer Marie
01/12/2026 - Instructor OFFC
MUS095-C
Wheeler, Ruth Noemy
01/12/2026 - Instructor OFFC
MUS095-D
Oppermann, Mary L
01/12/2026 - Instructor OFFC
MUS095-E
St Marseille, Daniel F
01/12/2026 Th 6:15 PM - 7:45 PM Hawkins Music Building 108
MUS095-G
Huang, I-Ting
01/12/2026 - Instructor OFFC
MUS095-H
Rivas, Aristides
01/12/2026 - Instructor OFFC
MUS095-I
Jaramillo, Andres E.
01/12/2026 - Instructor OFFC
MUS095-A
Moon, Gene Ho
01/12/2026 - Instructor OFFC
MUS095-F
McConnell, Matthew Allen
01/12/2026 F 1:15 PM - 2:45 PM Hawkins Music Building 147

Jazz Ensemble provides musicians with opportunities to learn a variety of jazz styles in a "big band" setting, as well as to enhance individual improvisational skills. This course also provides practical experience through rehearsals and performances. It is open to qualified students by audition or instructor's consent. Students must be enrolled in at least one ensemble for full credit each semester. Additional ensembles may be taken for zero (0) units. (1 Units)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS096-A
St Marseille, Daniel F
09/02/2025 TTh 4:15 PM - 5:45 PM Hawkins Music Building 108
MUS096-A
St Marseille, Daniel F
01/12/2026 TTh 4:15 PM - 5:45 PM Hawkins Music Building 108

A select concert band comprised of the finest woodwind, brass, and percussion students at the University, performing both standard and emerging repertoire for winds at a high artistic level. Open to qualified students by audition. Members of the ensemble are expected to demonstrate outstanding skill and musicianship through individual practice with refinement in ensemble rehearsal. Students must be enrolled in at least one ensemble for full credit each semester. Additional ensembles may be taken for zero (0) units. Prerequisite: MUS072 or MUS079 or MUS080 or MUS081 or MUS082 or MUS084 or MUS085 or MUS086 or MUS087 or MUS088 or MUS089 or MUS460 or MUS461 or MUS462 or MUS463 or MUS464 or MUS465 or MUS466 or MUS467 or MUS468 or MUS469 (1 Units)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS097-A
Levine, Brent Stephen
09/02/2025 MWF 1:15 PM - 2:45 PM Hawkins Music Building 108
MUS097-A
STAFF, STAFF
01/12/2026 MWF 1:15 PM - 2:45 PM Hawkins Music Building 108

Symphony Orchestra is open by audition to all qualified students. The group will rehearse and perform the finest examples of orchestral literature, ranging from the 18th century to the present. Students must be enrolled in at least one ensemble for full credit each semester. Additional ensembles may be taken for zero (0) units. (1 Units)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS099-A
Moon, Gene Ho
09/02/2025 MWF 3:15 PM - 5:15 PM Hawkins Music Building 108
MUS099-A
Moon, Gene Ho
01/12/2026 MWF 3:15 PM - 5:15 PM Hawkins Music Building 108

University Choir and Orchestra is open by audition to all interested students. UCO will rehearse and perform a variety of sacred music. A concert tour at the end of the school year is required. Students must be enrolled in at least one ensemble for full credit each semester. Additional ensembles may be taken for zero (0) units. Students must have sophomore status and prior experience to take Upper Division ensembles. Prerequisite: MUS090 (1 Units)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS489-A
Golden, Joshua Charles
09/02/2025 TTh 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM Hawkins Music Building 101
MUS489-A
Bolin, John Edward
01/12/2026 TTh 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM Hawkins Music Building 101

An inclusive concert band designed to provide instrumental experience and growth through rehearsal and public performance. Open to qualified students by audition or instructor's consent. Students must have sophomore status and prior experience to take Upper Division ensembles. Students must be enrolled in at least one ensemble for full credit each semester. Additional ensembles may be taken for zero (0) units. Prerequisite: MUS067 or MUS097 (1 Units)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS490A-A
Levine, Brent Stephen
09/02/2025 T 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Hawkins Music Building 108
MUS490A-A
STAFF, STAFF
01/12/2026 T 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Hawkins Music Building 108

A select concert band comprised of the finest woodwind, brass, and percussion students at the University, performing both standard and emerging repertoire for winds at a high artistic level. Open to qualified students by audition. Members of the ensemble are expected to demonstrate outstanding skill and musicianship through individual practice with refinement in ensemble rehearsal. Students must have sophomore status and prior experience to take Upper Division ensembles. Students must be enrolled in at least one ensemble for full credit each semester. Additional ensembles may be taken for zero (0) units. Prerequisite: MUS097 (1 Units)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS490F-A
Levine, Brent Stephen
09/02/2025 MWF 1:15 PM - 2:45 PM Hawkins Music Building 108
MUS490F-A
STAFF, STAFF
01/12/2026 MWF 1:15 PM - 2:45 PM Hawkins Music Building 108

Symphony Orchestra is open by audition to all qualified students. The group will rehearse and perform the finest examples of orchestral literature, ranging from the 18th century to the present. Students must have sophomore status and prior experience to take Upper Division ensembles. Students must be enrolled in at least one ensemble for full credit each semester. Additional ensembles may be taken for zero (0) units. Prerequisite: MUS099 (1 Units)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS490H-A
Moon, Gene Ho
09/02/2025 MWF 3:15 PM - 5:15 PM Hawkins Music Building 108
MUS490H-A
Moon, Gene Ho
01/12/2026 MWF 3:15 PM - 5:15 PM Hawkins Music Building 108

This course provides opportunities for preparation and performance of chamber music for strings including string quartets, trios, and more. Ensembles rehearse weekly with assigned faculty coaches and present performances of prepared music. The course is open to all music majors and to non-music majors by instructor permission. Students must have sophomore status and prior experience to take Upper Division ensembles. Students must be enrolled in at least one ensemble for full credit each semester. Additional ensembles may be taken for zero (0) units. Prerequisite: MUS095 (1 Units)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS491A-A
Brand Butler, Angela H
09/02/2025 - Instructor OFFC
MUS491A-A
Moon, Gene Ho
01/12/2026 - Instructor OFFC
MUS491A-B
Richardson, Kevin D.
01/12/2026 - Instructor OFFC
MUS491A-C
Rivas, Aristides
01/12/2026 - Instructor OFFC
MUS491A-D
Huang, I-Ting
01/12/2026 - Instructor OFFC
MUS491A-E
St Marseille, Daniel F
01/12/2026 - Instructor OFFC

The course is designed to provide musicians with the opportunity to explore chamber music involving the piano and other instruments. Various chamber ensembles may be formed including piano duets, trios, quartets, and quintets. Ensembles rehearse weekly, are provided coaching, and present performances of the music studied. The course is open to all music majors and to non-music majors by instructor permission. Students must have sophomore status and prior experience to take Upper Division ensembles. Students must be enrolled in at least one ensemble for full credit each semester. Additional ensembles may be taken for zero (0) units. Prerequisite: MUS095 (1 Units)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS491B-A
STAFF, STAFF
09/02/2025 - Instructor OFFC
MUS491B-A
Jaramillo, Andres E.
01/12/2026 - Instructor OFFC
MUS491B-B
STAFF, STAFF
01/12/2026 - Instructor OFFC

The Guitar Ensemble studies and performs advanced music of different musical style periods and genres. Students will develop musical skills through weekly coaching, rehearsals, and performance. The ensemble is open to all music majors and to non-music majors by instructor permission. Students must have sophomore status and prior experience to take Upper Division ensembles. Students must be enrolled in at least one ensemble for full credit each semester. Additional ensembles may be taken for zero (0) units. Prerequisite: MUS095 (1 Units)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS491C-A
Ward, Jeremy Daniel
09/02/2025 - Instructor OFFC
MUS491C-A
Wheeler, Ruth Noemy
01/12/2026 - Instructor OFFC

The course is designed to provide musicians with the opportunity to explore chamber music written for various ensembles of wind instruments. Ensembles may include flute choir, clarinet choir, woodwind quintet, brass quintet, trombone choir, etc. Students will develop musical skills through weekly coaching, rehearsals, and performance. The ensemble is open to all music majors and to non-music majors by audition or instructor permission. Students must have sophomore status and prior experience to take Upper Division ensembles. Students must be enrolled in at least one ensemble for full credit each semester. Additional ensembles may be taken for zero (0) units. Prerequisite: MUS095 (1 Units)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS491D-A
St Marseille, Daniel F
09/02/2025 - Instructor OFFC
MUS491D-A
Oppermann, Mary L
01/12/2026 - Instructor OFFC

Jazz Combo provides musicians with opportunities to study and perform standard, traditional, and contemporary jazz literature for small ensemble, and to develop individual improvisational skills. It is open to qualified students by audition or instructor's consent. Students must have sophomore status and prior experience to take Upper Division ensembles. Students must be enrolled in at least one ensemble for full credit each semester. Additional ensembles may be taken for zero (0) units. Prerequisite: MUS095 or MUS096 (1 Units)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS491E-A
King, Nathan E.
09/02/2025 Th 6:15 PM - 7:45 PM Hawkins Music Building 108
MUS491E-A
St Marseille, Daniel F
01/12/2026 Th 6:15 PM - 7:45 PM Hawkins Music Building 108

Jazz Ensemble provides musicians with opportunities to learn a variety of jazz styles in a "big band" setting, as well as to enhance individual improvisational skills. This course also provides practical experience through rehearsals and performances. It is open to qualified students by audition or instructor's consent. Students must have sophomore status and prior experience to take Upper Division ensembles. Students must be enrolled in at least one ensemble for full credit each semester. Additional ensembles may be taken for zero (0) units. Prerequisite: MUS067 or MUS096 or MUS097 (1 Units)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS491F-A
St Marseille, Daniel F
09/02/2025 TTh 4:15 PM - 5:45 PM Hawkins Music Building 108
MUS491F-A
St Marseille, Daniel F
01/12/2026 TTh 4:15 PM - 5:45 PM Hawkins Music Building 108

Survey of orchestral and band literature from a historical and educative perspective. Emphasis is placed on graded literature appropriate for use in secondary education. Prerequisite: MUS405 (3 Units)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS345-A
Holliday, Guy M.
01/12/2026 MW 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM Hawkins Music Building 163

Students study the methods and materials used in teaching brass, woodwind, string, or percussion instruments. The area of emphasis is determined by the student's primary instrument. (2 Units)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS419-A
STAFF, STAFF
01/12/2026 MW 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Hawkins Music Building 162

Students must complete 12 units of additional upper division music electives.

OR

Complete one of the following concentrations:

  • Jazz Studies
  • Live Music Production (MD)
  • Piano Pedagogy
  • Songwriting
  • Studio Production
  • Worship Arts
  • Worship Tech

 

See the latest catalog for more information.

*Curriculum subject to change. Please see the current catalog for more information.