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)

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)

Designed for the music major. This is a continuation course for the intermediate level pianist. The course material will assist in the completion of the piano proficiency (Items 12-15) with a review of the middle section (Items 8-12). Students may repeat this course as needed to complete the piano proficiency. Prerequisite: MUS 022 or Professor’s Approval. (1 unit; Fall/Spring)

Required of all Bachelor of Music majors for each semester in residence. Performance Forum is designed to support the Mission Statement of the School of Music, “…to inspire students to the highest standards of musical craft and personal character.” Meets for one hour per week on Friday mornings. The time will be devoted to student recitals, faculty recitals, master classes, music major information sessions, and community-building and character training by the Dean. Grades will be based on attendance. (0 units; Fall/Spring)

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: MUS115. (3 units; Fall)

Introductory experiences in sight-singing and ear-training. Concurrent requisite: MUS114. (1 unit; Fall)

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: MUS125. Prerequisite: MUS 114. Concert attendance requirement. (3 units; Spring)

Continued development of aural skills and introduction to keyboard harmony and improvisation. Prerequisite: MUS 115; Concurrent requisite: MUS124. (1 unit; Spring)

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; Multicultural; Fall/Spring)

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)

Advanced training in ear-training, sight-singing and keyboard harmony involving chromatic exercises. Prerequisite: MUS 125; Concurrent requisite: MUS214. (1 unit; Fall)

A survey of the history and practice of the use of music in worship services. Emphasis is given to the development of both liturgical and non-liturgical forms of worship. Students will be involved in learning effective worship planning as they study the role of the minister, director of music, and organist. (3 units; Interdisciplinary; Fall/Spring)

Writing and analysis of music since 1900. Focus on contemporary harmonic practice, influence of art and popular music. Prerequisite: MUS 214; Concurrent requisite: MUS225. Concert attendance requirement. (3 units; Spring)

Advanced work in ear-training and sight-singing. Prerequisite: MUS 215; Concurrent requisite: MUS224.(1 unit; Spring)

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. (2 units; Interdisciplinary; Fall/Spring)

Basic conducting patterns, practice in directing group singing, preparation and presentation of simple choral music. Prerequisite: MUS 224. (2 units; Fall)

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; Interdisciplinary, Multicultural; Fall)

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

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

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: MUS 114 and MUS 124. (2 units; Interdiscplinary; Spring)

Students seeking a Bachelor of Music degree must enroll in Senior Recital/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 and Keyboard Accompanying 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. (0 units; Fall/Spring)

Composing for a variety of instruments and/or voices. Intended as an introduction to various techniques and styles of composition and particular concerns of each. Prerequisite: MUS 214 and 215. (3 units; Spring)

This course is an introductory course in electronic music and sound design. It covers principles of sound and exposes students to a variety of sound design software and synthesizers. Prerequisite: MUS 282. (2 units; Spring even years)

An exploration of the methods of organizing music. Study focuses on traditional homophonic forms such as variation, rondo, sonata, symphony, and popular song. Prerequisite: MUS 224 and 225. (2 units; Fall)

This course, a continuation of MUS 253, is intended to provide students individual instruction in music composition. Students compose works in preparation for their senior composition recital. Additional Private Instruction fee. Prerequisite: MUS 253. May be repeated for a maximum of eight (8) units of credit. (1-2 units; Fall/Spring)

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. Prerequisite: MUS 224 and 225. (2 units; Spring)

This course is a topical study in musical analysis that builds on the material in MUS 311. Students will be exposed to various analytical techniques utilized by the professional music theorist including Schenkerian Analysis, Post-Tonal Musical Analysis, and Narrative Analysis. Prerequisite: MUS311 (1 unit; As offered)

Development of student's abilities to prepare, rehearse and perform as conductors of instrumental and vocal ensembles of any size. Includes instrumental and choral score preparation; technical, practical and performance practice considerations; interpretive decisions; verbal and gestural communication skills; rehearsal and performance programming and evaluation; and group theory interpersonal dynamics. Prerequisite: MUS 312. (2 units; Spring)

The technique of arranging and adapting music for instrumental as well as vocal ensembles of various sizes and composition is the focus of this course content. Prerequisite: MUS 224 and 225. (2 units; Fall)

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)

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. May be repeated for credit. Concurrent Requisite: MUS 072, 079, 080-089, or 460-469. (3 units; Fall/Spring)

Jazz Band 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. May be repeated for credit. Concurrent Requisite: MUS 072, 079, 080-089, or 460-469. (1 unit; Fall/Spring)

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. May be repeated for credit. Additional uniform fee. Concurrent Requisite: MUS 072, 079, 080-089, or 460-469. (1 unit; Fall/Spring)

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. This course is offered for 0 units in the Fall and 1 unit in the Spring. Enrollment is required for all music majors with an instrumental emphasis, and scholarship recipients as defined by the School of Music. A uniform fee is required. May be repeated for credit. Concurrent Requisite: MUS 072, 079, 080-089, or 460-469. (0-1 units; Fall/Spring)

A survey of choral, orchestral, and band literature from the Baroque period through the Twentieth Century. (3 units; Spring even years)

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)l as otö=?¢

Private Instruction is offered with material and performance of increasing difficulty as the student develops. A weekly meeting of accompanying majors which will explore accompanying, vocal, and instrumental coaching techniques, emphasizing the interaction between partners and the musical style and performance problems in a wide range of instrumental and vocal repertory and style. 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; Fall/Spring)

Private Instruction is offered with material and performance of increasing difficulty as the student develops. A weekly meeting of accompanying majors which will explore accompanying, vocal, and instrumental coaching techniques, emphasizing the interaction between partners and the musical style and performance problems in a wide range of instrumental and vocal repertory and style. Students are expected to perform in Student Recitals and a Jury Exam. May be repeated for credit. Additional Private Instruction fee. Prerequisites: MUS 089 and Declared Music Major or Minor. (1-2 units; Fall/Spring)

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. Thirteen half-hour lessons will be offered per unit. Students are expected to perform in Student Recitals and a Jury Exam. Prior formal piano training and music reading ability required to be successful in course. May be repeated for credit. Additional Private Instruction fee. Prerequisite: Declared Music Major or Minor. (1-2 units; Fall/Spring)

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. May be repeated for credit. Concurrent Requisite: MUS 072, 079, 080-089, or 460-469. (3 units; Fall/Spring)

Introduction to piano accompanying with emphasis on basic skills needed to accompany solo voice, choral singing, congregational singing, solo instruments, chamber music, and musicals. Prerequisites: MUS 022 and either MUS 082 or 462. (2 units; Spring odd years)

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)

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)

The proper diction and style of songs from the English, Italian, French and German repertoire. Development of correct pronunciation methods through the use of language drills, listening to recordings, and writing phonetic transcriptions of musical literature. (2 units, Fall even years)

Group instruction in the fundamentals of guitar. May be repeated for credit. (1 unit; Fall/Spring)

Chamber Singers gives experience in preparation and performance of recognized and new choral works as well as masterworks of Western music written for small choral ensembles. May be repeated for credit. (1 unit; Fall/Spring)

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. May be repeated for credit. Concurrent Requisite: MUS 072, 079, 080-089, or 460-469. (3 units; Fall/Spring)

Jazz Band 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. May be repeated for credit. Concurrent Requisite: MUS 072, 079, 080-089, or 460-469. (1 unit; Fall/Spring)

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; Fall/Spring)

An exploration of the methods of organizing music. Study focuses on traditional homophonic forms such as variation, rondo, sonata, symphony, and popular song. Prerequisite: MUS 224 and 225. (2 units; Fall)

A survey of choral, orchestral, and band literature from the Baroque period through the Twentieth Century. (3 units; Spring even years)

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. Prerequisite: MUS 224 and 225. (2 units; Spring)

An overview of music education in the public and private schools (K-12) including the philosophy, objective, scope, and content of a successful music program. (2 units; Interdisciplinary; Fall)

Development of student's abilities to prepare, rehearse and perform as conductors of instrumental and vocal ensembles of any size. Includes instrumental and choral score preparation; technical, practical and performance practice considerations; interpretive decisions; verbal and gestural communication skills; rehearsal and performance programming and evaluation; and group theory interpersonal dynamics. Prerequisite: MUS 312. (2 units; Spring)

The purpose of this class is for students to develop an understanding of music connections, relationships, and applications to other arts in other academic disciplines. (1 unit; Spring odd years)

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)

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)

Private or group instruction on instruments of the woodwind family. Primary emphasis on one instrument to gain basic proficiency, with exposure to problems and techniques of the other members of that family. Instruction in pedagogical techniques useful in classroom instruction. (1 unit; Fall even years)

Private or group instruction on instruments of the brass family. Primary emphasis on one instrument to gain basic proficiency, with exposure to problems and techniques of the other members of that family. Instruction in pedagogical techniques useful in classroom instruction. (1 unit; Fall odd years)

Private or group instruction on instruments of the percussion family. Primary emphasis on one instrument to gain basic proficiency, with exposure to problems and techniques of the other members of that family. Instruction in pedagogical techniques useful in classroom instruction. (1 unit; Spring even years)

Private or group instruction on instruments of the string family. Primary emphasis on one instrument to gain basic proficiency, with exposure to problems and techniques of the other members of that family. Instruction in pedagogical techniques useful in classroom instruction. (1 unit; Spring odd years)

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)

Marching Band Techniques is designed for Music Education majors with an instrumental emphasis. The course provides an overview of the skills and knowledge needed to plan, organize, manage, and teach a high school marching band program. Topics to be covered include: music selection, show design, rehearsal planning, marching fundamentals and styles, instruments and equipment, budgets, travel planning, practices and policies, and philosophy. A six-month College Subscription of Pyware 3D drill design software is required. Prerequisite: MUS 124. (2 units; Fall even years)

Practical experience in teaching music in the classroom and studio under faculty supervision. Regularly scheduled conferences for evaluation and planning. Open to selected Music Majors only. Prerequisites: MUS 224, two years of applied music, and successful completion of piano proficiency examination. (1 unit; Interdisciplinary; As offered)

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)

A course designed to prepare students to be effective music teachers in the K-6 grades, junior-high, and senior-high school levels in both public and private schools as well as church settings. A wide variety of methods and resources will be introduced giving attention to the most important methodologies of today. In addition to the classroom instruction, time will be given to observing and assisting a master teacher. Pre- or Co-requisite: MUS 440-443, 412, and 013. (3 units; Interdisciplinary; Spring)

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. Thirteen 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; Fall/Spring)

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. Thirteen 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. Prerequisites: MUS 082 and Declared Music Major or Minor. (1-2 units; Fall/Spring)

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. May be repeated for credit. Concurrent Requisite: MUS 072, 079, 080-089, or 460-469. (3 units; Fall/Spring)

Introduction to piano accompanying with emphasis on basic skills needed to accompany solo voice, choral singing, congregational singing, solo instruments, chamber music, and musicals. Prerequisites: MUS 022 and either MUS 082 or 462. (2 units; Spring odd years)

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)

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)

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. (2 units; Spring even years)

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. Thirteen 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; Fall/Spring)

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. Thirteen 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. Prerequisites: MUS 081 and Declared Music Major or Minor. (1-2 units; Fall/Spring)

Chamber Singers gives experience in preparation and performance of recognized and new choral works as well as masterworks of Western music written for small choral ensembles. May be repeated for credit. (1 unit; Fall/Spring)

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)

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)

The proper diction and style of songs from the English, Italian, French and German repertoire. Development of correct pronunciation methods through the use of language drills, listening to recordings, and writing phonetic transcriptions of musical literature. (2 units, Fall even years)

This course is designed to prepare vocal performance majors preparing a degree recital. Focuses on all aspects of recital presentation: stage etiquette, stage presence, interpretation of vocal literature by examination of performance practices for the style and period of each piece; how to stage/dramatize an opera aria in a concert/recital setting; exploration of text meaning and derivation. (2 units; Fall)

This course will introduce you to the technology of recording, including analog and digital recording, recoding history, technical discoveries and the effect of recording on music at large. Prerequisite: MUS 224. (3 units; As offered)

This course provides a comprehensive study of intellectual property, including copyrights, trademarks, trade secrets, patents, and rights of privacy and publicity. Specific topics include exclusive rights, infringement claims and defenses, ownership, duration, and registration. (3 units; As offered)

The course will begin instruction in Audio Engineering, focusing on the methods, technology and terminology used to engineer aspects of live audio production. The class will include both live venue audio and live recording. Students will spend time outside the classroom and likely off-campus. Prerequisite: MUS 384. (3 units; As offered)

The course will continue instruction in Audio Engineering, focusing on the methods, technology, and terminology used to engineer studio recordings. The class will include time in the main campus studio, as well as other venues. Prerequisite: MUS 386. (3 units; As offered)

The course will begin instruction in Audio Engineering, focusing on the methods, technology and terminology used to engineer aspects of live audio production. The class will include both live venue audio and live recording. Students will spend time outside the classroom and likely off-campus. Prerequisite: MUS 384. (3 units; As offered)

Worship Technology covers the various skills needed for the technical aspects of modern church worship service. Included in the course will be techniques on lighting, sound, multi-media, and emerging technologies that will enhance corporate worship. The student will learn the various skills needed for these areas as well as the ability to communicate with professionals in the technical field. (3 units; Interdisciplinary; As offered)

The Programming and Practice of Worship and practice is a comprehensive study of issues in the design and programming of worship services in Western Christian churches. The purpose of worship, its recent history in the west, its role in the Christian church, and the increasing emphasis of marketing worship as an evangelism tool to target groups are all issues that will be considered. Practical matters such as the primacy of congregational singing, musical styles, emotional flow, and seasonal services will also be presented. (3 units; As offered)

Worship Leadership and Performance continues the material studied in The Programming and Practice of worship and provides hands-on experience e n planning and leading worship. Several worship situations will be set up and assigned to students who will plan a worship service, adapting to the assigned context. The worship service will be led with class participants assisting in musical roles as needed, and other students participate as congregational members. Each worship experience will be analyzed and evaluated by fellow students and instructor, followed by constructive discussion addressing areas of strength and suggestions for improvement. (3 units; As offered)