Courses

Core Applied Music Requirements

 

MUS012 Class Piano I

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). May be repeated three times for credit. Prerequisite: Declared Music Major. (1 unit; Fall/Spring)

MUS012-B
Son, Soohyun Pyeon
09/05/2023 TTh 8:45 AM - 9:45 AM Hawkins Music Building 159
MUS012-C
Son, Soohyun Pyeon
09/05/2023 TTh 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM Hawkins Music Building 159
MUS012-A
Son, Soohyun Pyeon
09/05/2023 TTh 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM Hawkins Music Building 159

MUS022 Class Piano II

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. May be repeated three times for credit. Prerequisite: MUS 012 or Professor’s approval. (1 unit; Fall/Spring)

MUS022-A
Son, Soohyun Pyeon
01/08/2024 TTh 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM Hawkins Music Building 159
MUS022-C
Son, Soohyun Pyeon
01/08/2024 TTh 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM Hawkins Music Building 159
MUS022-B
Son, Soohyun Pyeon
01/08/2024 TTh 8:45 AM - 9:45 AM Hawkins Music Building 159

MUS080 Private Instruction

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 Music 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. May be repeated for credit. Additional private instruction fee. Prerequisite: Declared Music Major or Minor. (1-2 units; As offered)

MUS080-A
STAFF, STAFF
09/05/2023 - Instructor OFFC
MUS080-A
STAFF, STAFF
01/08/2024 F 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM Instructor OFFC

*Plus, MUS__ Ensemble (4 units) — Students must enroll and complete four (4) units in one of the following ensembles: MUS 067, 068, 090, 091, 092, 094, 095, 096, 097, or 099 

**MUS 080-089 Private Instruction (8 units minimum) — Students must complete eight (8) units of Private Instruction on the same instrument or voice.

***Enrollment in Class Piano (MUS 012 or 022)  is required of music majors whose primary instrument is other than piano each semester until the Piano Proficiency requirements are met. An opportunity to attempt to pass the Piano Proficiency exam for first semester students will be offered during rehearsal camp. For returning students, an attempt to pass the exam or portions of the exam will be offered at the end of each semester. (See Music Handbook for Piano Proficiency requirements.)

Core Lower Division Requirements

 

MUS114 Music Theory I

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. Concurrent requisite: MUS 115. (3 units; Fall)

MUS114-A
King, Nathan E.
09/05/2023 MWF 8:15 AM - 9:15 AM Hawkins Music Building 147
MUS114-B
Pickett, Glenn A.
09/05/2023 MWF 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM Hawkins Music Building 147

MUS115 Musicianship Lab 1

Introductory experiences in sight-singing and ear-training. Concurrent Requisite: MUS 114. (1 unit; Fall).htm

MUS115-A
St Marseille, Daniel F
09/05/2023 MW 8:15 AM - 9:15 AM Hawkins Music Building 101
MUS115-B
St Marseille, Daniel F
09/05/2023 MW 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM Hawkins Music Building 101

MUS124 Music Theory II

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. Concurrent Requisite: MUS 125. Prerequisite: MUS 114. Concert attendance requirement. (3 units; Spring)

MUS124-A
Kirk, Erin P.
01/08/2024 MWF 8:15 AM - 9:15 AM Hawkins Music Building 147
MUS124-B
Kirk, Erin P.
01/08/2024 MWF 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM Hawkins Music Building 147

MUS125 Musicianship Lab II

Continued development of aural skills and introduction to keyboard harmony and improvisation. Prerequisite: MUS 115; Concurrent requisite: MUS 124. (1 unit; Spring)

MUS125-B
Jaramillo, Andres E.
01/08/2024 MW 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM Hawkins Music Building 101
MUS125-A
Jaramillo, Andres E.
01/08/2024 MW 8:15 AM - 9:15 AM Hawkins Music Building 101

MUS202 Music in Global Cultures

Emphasis on musical instruments, and be able to describe 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; Fall/Spring)

MUS202-A
Wheeler, Ruth Noemy
09/05/2023 MW 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM Hawkins Music Building 162
MUS202-A
Vanhoozer, Mary D.
01/08/2024 MW 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM Hawkins Music Building 162

MUS214 Music Theory III

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: MUS 124; Concurrent Requisite: MUS 215. (3 units; Fall)

MUS214-A
Kirk, Erin P.
09/05/2023 MWF 8:15 AM - 9:15 AM Hawkins Music Building 163
MUS214-B
Kirk, Erin P.
09/05/2023 MWF 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM Hawkins Music Building 163

MUS215 Musicianship Lab III

Advanced training in ear-training, sight-singing and keyboard harmony involving chromatic exercises. Prerequisite: MUS 125; Concurrent Requisite: MUS 214. (1 unit; Fall)

MUS215-DS
Jaramillo, Andres E.
09/05/2023 - Instructor OFFC
MUS215-B
King, Nathan E.
09/05/2023 MW 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM Hawkins Music Building 162
MUS215-A
McCoy, Jamond D.
09/05/2023 MW 8:15 AM - 9:15 AM Hawkins Music Building 162

MUS282 Music Technology

Introduction to a broad perspective of the many ways musicians use computers. Emphasis on historic milestones, current issues, and practical skill in using software and hardware in music technology. Prerequisite: Declared music major, minor, or concentration. (2 units; Fall/Spring)

MUS282-A
Jimenez, Hector Gabriel
09/05/2023 MW 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM Hawkins Music Building 161
MUS282-B
Jimenez, Hector Gabriel
09/05/2023 TTh 12:15 PM - 1:45 PM Hawkins Music Building 161
MUS282-C
Jimenez, Hector Gabriel
01/08/2024 MW 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM Hawkins Music Building 161
MUS282-B
STAFF, STAFF
01/08/2024 MW 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Hawkins Music Building 161
MUS282-A
Jimenez, Hector Gabriel
01/08/2024 MW 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM Hawkins Music Building 161

*MUS 282 satisfies the G.E. Technology requirement (Competency Requirement).

Core Upper Division Requirements

 

MUS301 Survey of Music History

This course is a study of the development of musical styles and idioms in the context of selected historical periods and their connection with the cultural evolution of Western civilization. (3 units; Fall)

MUS301-A
Brand Butler, Angela H
09/05/2023 MW 10:45 AM - 12:15 PM Hawkins Music Building 108

MUS312 Introduction to Conducting

Basic conducting skills, principles, and rehearsal techniques for choral and instrumental music. Observations of choral and instrumental ensemble rehearsals. Prerequisite: MUS 214. (2 units; Fall)

MUS312-A
Holliday, Guy M.
09/05/2023 TTh 8:45 AM - 10:15 AM Hawkins Music Building 101
MUS312-B
Holliday, Guy M.
09/05/2023 TTh 12:15 PM - 1:45 PM Hawkins Music Building 147

MUS360 Theolgy, Hist and Prctc of Wrshp

An examination of biblical text and the history of worship in the church in order to develop a biblical theology of worship and its application in the local church. Students will learn about the development and reforms of liturgical practices and biblical foundations for historical and present-day worship applications. (3 units; Fall/Spring)

MUS360-A
Williams, Chessa W.
09/05/2023 TTh 12:15 PM - 1:45 PM Hawkins Music Building 162
MUS360-A
Williams, Chessa W.
01/08/2024 TTh 12:15 PM - 1:45 PM Hawkins Music Building 147

MUS431 Senior Recital and Project

Students seeking a 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. Permission to enroll will be given only after attaining the appropriate Performance Level (Level 5 for Performance majors and Level 4 for Music Education and Composition majors). Piano Proficiency completion required. Requirements for recital length are determined by the student's major. See School of Music Handbook. Prerequisite: Permission of the Dean. (1 unit; Fall/Spring)

MUS431-A
Maclay, Travis J.
09/05/2023 T 8:45 AM - 10:15 AM Hawkins Music Building 147
MUS431-A
Jaramillo, Andres E.
01/08/2024 T 8:45 AM - 10:15 AM Hawkins Music Building 101

*MUS 301 satisfies the G.E. History requirement (Political World).

**MUS 360 satisfies three (3) units of the G.E. Christian Studies requirement (Biblical and Theological Core).

Upper Division Music Electives

 

Complete 12 units from the following courses:

MUS306 History of Popular Music

Survey of the history and development of popular music in the 20th and 21st centuries. Emphasis is placed on recorded music history and the socio-musical aspects of music. (3 units; Spring)

MUS306-A
STAFF, STAFF
01/08/2024 MWF 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM Hawkins Music Building 212

MUS308 History of Jazz

The course provides the students with an appreciation and understanding of the cultural history of Jazz. Through critical listening students will learn to identify the various styles and performers associated with the traditions of Jazz. (3 units; Spring)

MUS309 History of Film Music

This course will examine film music, primarily American, from its origins in the "silent" film era, through the Golden Age of Hollywood, to the present day. An emphasis will be placed upon the study of individual composers and their contributions to the genre. In the belief that "music is a mirror of the society that created it," historical trends of the 20th and 21st century will also be examined. (3 units; As offered)

MUS309-A
Pickett, Glenn A.
01/08/2024 - TBA

MUS313 Music History I

A general survey course of the history of Western European music and of selecgted non-Western cultures. Includes lectures, readings and a research paper. Ancient through Renaissance. Prerequisites: MUS 124 and 125. (2 units; Fall)

MUS313-A
Pickett, Glenn A.
09/05/2023 MW 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Hawkins Music Building 162

MUS323 Music History II

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. Prerequisites: MUS 124 and 125. (3 units; Spring)

MUS323-A
Kirk, Erin P.
01/08/2024 MWF 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Hawkins Music Building 163

MUS324 Music History III

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. Prerequisites: MUS 124 and 125. (3 units; Fall)

MUS324-A
Toland, James Robert
09/05/2023 TTh 12:15 PM - 1:45 PM Hawkins Music Building 163

MUS325 Music History IV

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. Prerequisites: MUS 124 and 125. (2 units; Spring)

MUS325-A
Pickett, Glenn A.
01/08/2024 MW 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Hawkins Music Building 147

MUS333 Song Literature

A survey of literature for solo voice from the Baroque to the Twentieth Century. Analysis of scores through recordings and live performances. Prerequisite: MUS 323. (3 units; Spring, odd years)

MUS334 Piano Literature I

A survey of the piano literature from the Baroque period through the end of the Classical Period. Stylistic analysis of individual works through recordings and live performances. Prerequisite: MUS 323. (2 units; Fall, odd years)

MUS334-A
Cruz, Jennifer Marie
09/05/2023 F 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM Hawkins Music Building 163

MUS335 Piano Literature II

A survey of the piano literature of the Romantic, Impressionistic and Contemporary periods. Stylistic analysis of individual works through recordings and live performances. Prerequisite: MUS 334. (2 units; Spring, even years)

MUS335-A
Cruz, Jennifer Marie
01/08/2024 - TBA

MUS346 Repertoire for Accompanists

A historic survey of the song, opera, and instrumental literature from approximately 1600 through the 20th century. Includes stylistic analysis of individual works through recordings and live performances. (3 units; Fall, odd years)

MUS372 Counterpoint

Continued study of composers' methods of organizing music. Focuses on analysis of music and writing music using contrapuntal techniques. Emphasis on forms of Baroque era and their current application. Prerequisites: MUS 224 and 225. (2 units; Spring)

MUS376 Performance Styles Accompanists

Introduction to performance practice for accompanists with emphasis on stylistic playing. Accompaniments for art song, operatic and instrumental literature, choral literature, gospel and jazz styles will be studied through discussion and performance. Prerequisite: MUS 256. (2 units; Spring, even years)

MUS376-A
Cruz, Jennifer Marie
01/08/2024 - TBA

MUS408 Jazz Pedagogy

This course is designed to prepare students to teach jazz music. Students will receive a fundamental background in aspects of administration, preparation, directing, rehearsal, teaching, and evaluation of the various types of jazz ensembles: big bands, combos, and vocal jazz groups. Required of all Music Education majors and those completing the Jazz Studies Concentration. Prerequisite: MUS 224. (2 units; Fall)

MUS408-A
St Marseille, Daniel F
09/05/2023 TTh 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM Hawkins Music Building 162

MUS412 Instrumental Conducting

Advanced development of the specific skills and techniques of conducting instrumental ensembles, including orchestra and wind band. Course includes score analysis, interpretive decisions, baton technique, verbal and non-verbal communication, and development of a conductor's knowledge of relevant instruments and transpositions. Practicum hours required. Prerequisite: MUS 312. (2 units; Spring)

MUS412-A
Moon, Gene Ho
01/08/2024 MW 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM Hawkins Music Building 108

MUS413 Choral Conducting

Advanced development of the techniques of choral conducting. Course includes score analysis, verbal and non-verbal gestures, interpretative decisions, and development of choral tone. Practicum hours required. Prerequisite: MUS 312. Concurrent Requisite: MUS 093. (2 units; As offered)

MUS413-A
Peterson, Gene David
01/08/2024 MW 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM Hawkins Music Building 101

MUS417 Vocal Pedagogy

Scientific exploration into the workings of the vocal mechanism and the technique of voice production. A survey of common vocal faults with appropriate correction exercises will be discovered. Successful voice studio procedures are included. Students will demonstrate knowledge learned by privately teaching a student for one month, then once before the class. (2 units; Spring, even years)

MUS417-A
Reinebach, John
01/08/2024 - TBA

MUS418 Piano Pedagogy I

A survey of the methods and materials available to the private piano teacher. Private studio procedures (teacher-student relationship, billing procedures, recruitment, etc.) will be explored. Additional instruction fee. Concurrent Requisite: MUS 450. (2 units; Fall, even years)

MUS419 Instrumental Pedagogy

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; Spring, even years)

MUS419-A
STAFF, STAFF
01/08/2024 - TBA

MUS427 Diction for Singers I

The course encompasses proper diction for the Latin, Italian, and Spanish solo song and choral literature. Development of correct pronunciation methods through the use of language drills, listening to recordings, and reading of phonetic transcriptions of the texts in musical literature. Prerequisite: One (1) year of private voice study. (1 unit; Fall, even years)

MUS428 Diction for Singers II

The course encompasses proper diction for the English, German and French solo song and choral literature. Development of correct pronunciation methods through the use of language drills, listening to recordings, and reading of phonetic transcriptions of the texts in musical literature. Prerequisite: One (1) year of private voice study. (1 unit; Spring, odd years)

MUS438 Piano Pedagogy II

A survey of intermediate and early-advanced methods and materials available to the private piano teacher. Private studio procedures (teacher-student relationship, billing procedures, recruitment, etc.) will be explored. Additional instruction fee. Prerequisite: MUS 418. Concurrent Requisite: MUS 450. (2 units; Spring, odd years)

MUS444 Vocal Techniques

Instruction for Music Education majors in the fundamentals of vocal tone production, breathing, breath control, and posture, and approaches for working with groups of singers in classroom teaching. Topics will include proper vowel formation, vocal warm-ups, register phenomena, diction and vocal health. Students will learn songs as examples for class topics, with the possible opportunity for individual performance and attention to individual problems. Prerequisites: MUS 214 and 215. (1 unit; Fall, even years)

MUS450 ObsrvtnsAndPrctcm Tching Methods

Practical experience in observing and teaching music in individual and group learning environments under faculty supervision. Regularly scheduled conferences for evaluation and planning. Open to selected Music Majors only. May be repeated for a maximum of four (4) units. Prerequisites: MUS 224, two years of applied music, and successful completion of piano proficiency examination. (1 unit; As offered)

MUS472 Orchestration

A study of the orchestral instruments; scoring for full orchestration or small ensembles. Students do extensive work in the computer lab working with notation software. Prerequisite: MUS 224. (3 units; Fall)

MUS472-A
Jaramillo, Andres E.
09/05/2023 MWF 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM Hawkins Music Building 108

*Plus, MUS__ Ensembles; Upper Division Ensemble or Chamber Music (maximum of 8 units)

**MUS 324 satisfies the G.E. History requirement (Political World).