Applied Requirements

All students in the Performance Certificate must complete four (4) units of applied instruction on the same instrument, conducting area or composition lessons. Applied instruction is required every semester in residence.

Complete four (4) units from the following courses:

Applied studies in conducting a choral ensemble. (2 units; Fall even years)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS512-A
Golden, Joshua
09/03/2024 T 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM Hawkins Music Building 162

Applied studies in conducting instrumental ensembles. (2 units; Fall/Spring)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS513-A
Moon, Gene Ho
09/03/2024 - Instructor OFFC

Continuation of MUS512. Applied studies in conducting a choral ensemble with emphasis on literature of the Renaissance. (2 units; Spring odd years)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS522-A
Golden, Joshua
09/03/2024 T 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM Hawkins Music Building 162

Continuation of Instrumental Conducting I. Advanced studies in instrumental conducting with emphasis on chamber ensembles. (2 units; Fall/Spring)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS523-A
Moon, Gene Ho
01/08/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS523-A
Moon, Gene Ho
09/03/2024 - Instructor OFFC

This course is intended to provide students individual instruction in music composition. Students compose works in preparation for their Graduate Composition recital. Attendance at the semi-monthly Graduate Composers' Forum is also required. May be repeated for credit. Additional Fee. (1-2 units; Fall, Spring)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS575-A
Pickett, Glenn A.
01/08/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS575-A
Pickett, Glenn A.
09/03/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS575-B
STAFF, STAFF
09/03/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS575-C
St Marseille, Daniel F
09/03/2024 - Instructor OFFC

Applied instruction is offered with material and performance of increasing difficulty as the student develops. Students must arrange instruction time with the full-time faculty member in charge during the first week of classes. A minimum of 12 lessons and performance at a faculty jury exam are required. Additional Fee: Private Instruction. (1-2 units; Fall, Spring)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS580-A
STAFF, STAFF
09/03/2024 - Instructor OFFC

Applied instruction in voice is offered with material and performance of increasing difficulty as the student develops. Students must arrange instruction time with the full-time faculty member in charge during the first week of classes. A minimum of 12 lessons and performance at a faculty jury exam are required. Additional Fee: Private Instruction. (1-2 units; Fall, Spring)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS581-C
McCoy, Jamond D.
01/08/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS581-E
Miller, Stefan
01/08/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS581-F
Sledge, Bruce H.
01/08/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS581-K
Carama, Fred
01/08/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS581-H
Makerov, Julie M.
01/08/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS581-I
Stephens, Amy J.
09/03/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS581-J
Makerov, Julie M.
09/03/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS581-K
Carama, Fred
09/03/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS581-L
Balzun, Joel D.
09/03/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS581-H
Makerov, Julie M.
09/03/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS581-A
Reinebach, John
09/03/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS581-B
STAFF, STAFF
09/03/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS581-C
Sledge, Bruce H.
09/03/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS581-D
Castaneda, Juan B.
09/03/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS581-E
Miller, Stefan
09/03/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS581-F
Bolin, Joseph E.
09/03/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS581-G
STAFF, STAFF
09/03/2024 - Instructor OFFC

Applied instruction in voice is offered with material and performance of increasing difficulty as the student develops. Students must arrange instruction time with the full-time faculty member in charge during the first week of classes. A minimum of 12 lessons and performance at a faculty jury exam are required. Additional Fee: Private Instruction. (1-2 units; Fall, Spring)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS582-B
Lee, Evelyn J.
01/08/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS582-E
Brand Butler, Angela H
01/08/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS582-A
Cruz, Jennifer Marie
01/08/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS582-D
Jaramillo, Andres E.
01/08/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS582-A
Cruz, Jennifer Marie
09/03/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS582-C
Dahlgren, Steven J
09/03/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS582-D
Jaramillo, Andres E.
09/03/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS582-E
Brand Butler, Angela H
09/03/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS582-F
O'Neal, J.Michael
09/03/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS582-G
STAFF, STAFF
09/03/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS582-B
Lee, Evelyn J.
09/03/2024 - Instructor OFFC

Applied instruction in voice is offered with material and performance of increasing difficulty as the student develops. Students must arrange instruction time with the full-time faculty member in charge during the first week of classes. A minimum of 12 lessons and performance at a faculty jury exam are required. Additional Fee: Private Instruction. (1-2 units; Fall, Spring)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS583-A
STAFF, STAFF
09/03/2024 - Instructor OFFC

Applied instruction in voice is offered with material and performance of increasing difficulty as the student develops. Students must arrange instruction time with the full-time faculty member in charge during the first week of classes. A minimum of 12 lessons and performance at a faculty jury exam are required. Additional Fee: Private Instruction. (1-2 units; Fall, Spring)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS584-A
Oppermann, Mary L
01/08/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS584-D
Low-Atwater, Elizabeth A.
01/08/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS584-A
Oppermann, Mary L
09/03/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS584-B
Oh, Kathy S.
09/03/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS584-C
STAFF, STAFF
09/03/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS584-D
Low-Atwater, Elizabeth A.
09/03/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS584-E
St Marseille, Daniel F
09/03/2024 - Instructor OFFC

Applied instruction in voice is offered with material and performance of increasing difficulty as the student develops. Students must arrange instruction time with the full-time faculty member in charge during the first week of classes. A minimum of 12 lessons and performance at a faculty jury exam are required. Additional Fee: Private Instruction. (1-2 units; Fall, Spring)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS585-C
Beatty, David S.
01/08/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS585-B
Richardson, Kevin D.
09/03/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS585-C
Beatty, David S.
09/03/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS585-D
Chouinard Mitchell, Kathryn E.
09/03/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS585-A
Cherry, Lisa
09/03/2024 - Instructor OFFC

Applied instruction in voice is offered with material and performance of increasing difficulty as the student develops. Students must arrange instruction time with the full-time faculty member in charge during the first week of classes. A minimum of 12 lessons and performance at a faculty jury exam are required. Additional Fee: Private Instruction. (1-2 units; Fall, Spring)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS586-D
Nunez, Nestor R
01/08/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS586-A
Wheeler, Ruth Noemy
09/03/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS586-B
Huang, I-Ting
09/03/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS586-C
Maldonado, Ana Maria
09/03/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS586-D
Nunez, Nestor R
09/03/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS586-E
Chan Valerio, Celia M.
09/03/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS586-F
Kim, JinHee K.
09/03/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS586-G
Rivas, Aristides
09/03/2024 - Instructor OFFC

Applied instruction in voice is offered with material and performance of increasing difficulty as the student develops. Students must arrange instruction time with the full-time faculty member in charge during the first week of classes. A minimum of 12 lessons and performance at a faculty jury exam are required. Additional Fee: Private Instruction. (1-2 units; Fall, Spring)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS587-A
McConnell, Matthew Allen
09/03/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS587-B
Walton, Tyler E.
09/03/2024 - Instructor OFFC

Applied instruction in voice is offered with material and performance of increasing difficulty as the student develops. Students must arrange instruction time with the full-time faculty member in charge during the first week of classes. A minimum of 12 lessons and performance at a faculty jury exam are required. Additional Fee: Private Instruction. (1-2 units; Fall, Spring)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS588-A
Aaron, Blake
01/08/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS588-A
Aaron, Blake
09/03/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS588-B
STAFF, STAFF
09/03/2024 - Instructor OFFC

Ensemble Requirements

Complete two (2) units from the following courses:

Practical training in the presentation of musical dramas. Consists of regular rehearsals and final performance of musicals, music dramas, and operas. Open to Master of Music and non-Master of Music students by audition. Concurrent Requisites: MUS 581, and 582. (1-3 units; Fall/Spring)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS556-A
Carama, Fred
01/08/2024 TTh 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM Hawkins Music Building 101
MUS556-A
Carama, Fred
09/03/2024 TTh 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM Hawkins Music Building 101

Camerata is the most advanced, select mixed (SATB) choral ensemble open by audition from all academic disciplines. Repertoire for this ensemble focuses on music composed specifically for advanced level chamber choirs. Additionally, Camerata will join other choirs and Symphony Orchestra to perform extended works composed for large musical forces. Rehearsals seek to promote vocal development, musicianship training, team work, artistic expression, and spiritual reflection. Camerata is also a service organization which performs concerts for the California Baptist University community, in the local area, and in outreach and recruitment events. May be repeated for a maximum of six (6) units. Additional uniform fee. (1 unit; Fall/Spring)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS559-A
Byun, John
01/08/2024 MWF 3:45 PM - 5:15 PM Hawkins Music Building 101
MUS559-A
Golden, Joshua
09/03/2024 MWF 3:15 PM - 4:45 PM Hawkins Music Building 101

Magnolia Singers is open by audition to all interested students. The group will rehearse and perform a variety of advanced music for soprano/alto voices and combine with other choirs to form the Worship Collective. The group will concertize throughout the traditional academic year. May be repeated for a maximum of six (6) units. Additional uniform fee. (1 unit; Fall/Spring)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS561-A
STAFF, STAFF
09/03/2024 TTh 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM Other Non-Site Locations OTHR

Lancer Chorus is open by audition to all interested students. The group will rehearse and perform a variety of music for tenor/bass voices and combine with other choirs to form the Worship Collective. The group will concertize throughout the traditional academic year. May be repeated for a maximum of six (6) units. Additional uniform fee. (1 unit; Fall/Spring)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation

This choral ensemble will rehearse and perform a variety of music for soprano/alto voices. The group will concertize throughout the traditional academic year. Open by audition to all interested students. May be repeated for a maximum of six (6) units. Additional uniform fee. (1 unit; Fall/Spring)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation

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 580, 581, 582, 583, 584, 585, 586, 587, or 588. (1 unit; Fall/Spring)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS565-F
Holliday, Guy M.
01/08/2024 M 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Hawkins Music Building 108
MUS565-D
Benford, Emily L
01/08/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS565-G
Huang, I-Ting
01/08/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS565-H
Rivas, Aristides
01/08/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS565-J
McConnell, Matthew Allen
01/08/2024 F 1:15 PM - 2:45 PM Hawkins Music Building 147
MUS565-C
Brooks, James Thomas
01/08/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS565-E
St Marseille, Daniel F
01/08/2024 Th 6:15 PM - 7:45 PM Hawkins Music Building 108
MUS565-A
Moon, Gene Ho
01/08/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS565-J
Kim, JinHee K.
09/03/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS565-C
Benford, Emily L
09/03/2024 MW 1:15 PM - 2:45 PM Hawkins Music Building 138
MUS565-A
Moon, Gene Ho
09/03/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS565-K
St Marseille, Daniel F
09/03/2024 Th 6:15 PM - 7:45 PM Hawkins Music Building 108
MUS565-B
Cruz, Jennifer Marie
09/03/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS565-D
STAFF, STAFF
09/03/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS565-E
St Marseille, Daniel F
09/03/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS565-F
Holliday, Guy M.
09/03/2024 M 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Hawkins Music Building 108
MUS565-G
Huang, I-Ting
09/03/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS565-H
Rivas, Aristides
09/03/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS565-I
Jaramillo, Andres E.
09/03/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS565-L
Wheeler, Ruth Noemy
09/03/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS565-M
Richardson, Kevin D.
09/03/2024 - Instructor OFFC

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. May be repeated for a maximum of four (4) units. Concurrent Requisite: MUS 580, 581, 582, 583, 584, 585, 586, 587, or 588. (1 unit; Fall/Spring)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS566-A
St Marseille, Daniel F
01/08/2024 TTh 4:15 PM - 5:45 PM Hawkins Music Building 108
MUS566-A
St Marseille, Daniel F
09/03/2024 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. Additional uniform fee. May be repeated for credit. Concurrent Requisite: MUS 580, 581, 582, 583, 584, 585, 586, 587, or 588. (1 unit; Fall/Spring)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS567-A
Frelly, Robert S.
01/08/2024 MWF 1:15 PM - 2:45 PM Hawkins Music Building 108
MUS567-A
Frelly, Robert S.
09/03/2024 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. May be repeated for a maximum of six (6) units. Additional uniform fee. Concurrent Requisite: MUS 580, 581, 582, 583, 584, 585, 586, 587, or 588. (1 unit; Fall/Spring)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS569-A
Moon, Gene Ho
01/08/2024 MWF 3:15 PM - 5:15 PM Hawkins Music Building 108
MUS569-A
Moon, Gene Ho
09/03/2024 MWF 3:15 PM - 5:15 PM Hawkins Music Building 108

Recital Requirement

Performance Certificate students must perform or conduct one (1) recital and may choose to do a second recital in the elective units.

Complete one (1) unit from the following courses:

Presentation of original compositions and arrangements created while the student is in residence for the degree is presented in a public recital. A portfolio of original compositions and arrangements will be presented to a graduate committee for approval. Recital Fee. Pass/Fail. Prerequisite: Permission of the Dean. (1 unit; Fall/Spring)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation

Performance of repertoire learned while the student is in residence for the degree. Recital approval and performance guidelines are available from the SOM graduate office and applied instructor. Pass/Fail. (1 unit; Spring)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS596-A
Jaramillo, Andres E.
01/08/2024 M 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Hawkins Music Building 101
MUS596-A
Jaramillo, Andres E.
09/03/2024 T 8:45 AM - 10:15 AM Instructor OFFC

Students will conduct instrumental/choral ensembles of multiple sizes and instrumentation of repertoire learned while the student is in residence for the degree. A major paper will be produced related to the literature performed in recital. Topics include performance practice, musicology or theoretical subjects. Pass/Fail. Prerequisite: Permission of the Dean. (1 unit; Fall/Spring)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS597-A
Maclay, Travis J.
01/08/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS597-B
Maclay, Travis J.
01/08/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS597-A
STAFF, STAFF
09/03/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS597-B
Moon, Gene Ho
09/03/2024 - Instructor OFFC

*MUS 595, 596, and 597 are not transferable units toward the Master of Music degree.

Music Electives

Complete five (5) units from the following courses:

An intensive study of specific periods in music history. Topics will be announced in advanced and drawn from the following: Music in the Renaissance, Music in the Baroque, Classicism in Music, and other specialized topics related to music history. (3 units; Fall odd years)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation

An intensive study of specific periods in music history. Topics will be announced in advanced and drawn from the following: Romanticism in Music, 20th Century Music, American Music and other specialized topics related to music history. (3 units; Spring even years)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS504-A
Kirk, Erin P.
01/08/2024 MW 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM Hawkins Music Building 162

Survey of orchestral literature and composers from the late 18th century to present. Emphasis is placed on performance practice of each style period and major orchestral works. Explored literature will vary in difficulty, from beginning to professional ensembles. (2 units; Fall)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS506-A
Moon, Gene Ho
09/03/2024 M 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM Hawkins Music Building 132

Overview of techniques for the analysis of music post-1900. Evaluation of compositional techniques of major composers and musical works. (3 units; Fall)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS510-A
STAFF, STAFF
09/03/2024 - Instructor OFFC

A study of the forms and structure of music from 1750 to current, including the influence of form on interpretation. (2 units; Spring odd years)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation

Survey of choral literature and composers from the Renaissance to 1750. Major choral works will be examined as well as performance practice of each style period. Explored literature will vary in difficulty, from beginning to professional ensembles. (2 units; Fall)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS514-A
Golden, Joshua
09/03/2024 M 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM Hawkins Music Building 212

Survey of wind band literature, chamber to symphonic. Emphasis is placed on performance practice and major composers and works. Explored literature will vary in difficulty, from beginning to professional ensembles. (2 units; Spring)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS516-A
Frelly, Robert S.
01/08/2024 MW 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Hawkins Music Building 108

Discussion, study, and analysis of orchestration techniques, including scoring for various instrumental and choral groupings. (3 units; Fall odd years)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation

Survey of choral literature and composers from 1750 to the present. Major choral works will be examined as well as performance practice of each style period. Explored literature will vary in difficulty, from beginning to professional ensembles. (2 units; Spring)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation

Development of correct pronunciation methods through language drills, recordings and reading of phonetic transcriptions of musical texts in choral/vocal literature. Encompasses proper diction for Latin, Italian and Spanish choral/vocal literature. (1 unit; Fall)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS525-A
Reinebach, John
09/03/2024 MW 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Hawkins Music Building 163

Development of correct pronunciation methods through language drills, recordings and reading of phonetic transcriptions of musical texts in choral/vocal literature. Encompasses proper diction for English, German and French solo song and choral literature. (1 unit; Spring)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS526-A
Reinebach, John
01/08/2024 W 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM Hawkins Music Building 132

A survey of music literature related to the student's primary instrument of study from all musical style periods. (2 units; Fall odd years)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS535-A
Cruz, Jennifer Marie
09/03/2024 W 1:15 PM - 3:15 PM Hawkins Music Building 162

An intensive seminar on specific composers and compositional techniques. Topics will be announced in advance and drawn from the following: 20th century composers and theological perspectives; 20th century concertos; the music of Beethoven; 16th century sacred vocal music and other specialized topics related to composers and compositional techniques. (2 units; Fall)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS544-A
Pickett, Glenn A.
01/08/2024 - Instructor OFFC

A study of the singing voice including anatomy and physiology culminating in proper vocal technique and application to solo vocal and/or choral literature. Teaching a student for half the semester is required. (2 units; Spring even years)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS550-A
Reinebach, John
01/08/2024 M 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM Hawkins Music Building 162

Practical training in the presentation of musical dramas. Consists of regular rehearsals and final performance of musicals, music dramas, and operas. Open to Master of Music and non-Master of Music students by audition. Concurrent Requisites: MUS 581, and 582. (1-3 units; Fall/Spring)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS556-A
Carama, Fred
01/08/2024 TTh 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM Hawkins Music Building 101
MUS556-A
Carama, Fred
09/03/2024 TTh 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM Hawkins Music Building 101

Camerata is the most advanced, select mixed (SATB) choral ensemble open by audition from all academic disciplines. Repertoire for this ensemble focuses on music composed specifically for advanced level chamber choirs. Additionally, Camerata will join other choirs and Symphony Orchestra to perform extended works composed for large musical forces. Rehearsals seek to promote vocal development, musicianship training, team work, artistic expression, and spiritual reflection. Camerata is also a service organization which performs concerts for the California Baptist University community, in the local area, and in outreach and recruitment events. May be repeated for a maximum of six (6) units. Additional uniform fee. (1 unit; Fall/Spring)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS559-A
Byun, John
01/08/2024 MWF 3:45 PM - 5:15 PM Hawkins Music Building 101
MUS559-A
Golden, Joshua
09/03/2024 MWF 3:15 PM - 4:45 PM Hawkins Music Building 101

Magnolia Singers is open by audition to all interested students. The group will rehearse and perform a variety of advanced music for soprano/alto voices and combine with other choirs to form the Worship Collective. The group will concertize throughout the traditional academic year. May be repeated for a maximum of six (6) units. Additional uniform fee. (1 unit; Fall/Spring)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS561-A
STAFF, STAFF
09/03/2024 TTh 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM Other Non-Site Locations OTHR

Lancer Chorus is open by audition to all interested students. The group will rehearse and perform a variety of music for tenor/bass voices and combine with other choirs to form the Worship Collective. The group will concertize throughout the traditional academic year. May be repeated for a maximum of six (6) units. Additional uniform fee. (1 unit; Fall/Spring)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation

This choral ensemble will rehearse and perform a variety of music for soprano/alto voices. The group will concertize throughout the traditional academic year. Open by audition to all interested students. May be repeated for a maximum of six (6) units. Additional uniform fee. (1 unit; Fall/Spring)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation

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 580, 581, 582, 583, 584, 585, 586, 587, or 588. (1 unit; Fall/Spring)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS565-F
Holliday, Guy M.
01/08/2024 M 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Hawkins Music Building 108
MUS565-D
Benford, Emily L
01/08/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS565-G
Huang, I-Ting
01/08/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS565-H
Rivas, Aristides
01/08/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS565-J
McConnell, Matthew Allen
01/08/2024 F 1:15 PM - 2:45 PM Hawkins Music Building 147
MUS565-C
Brooks, James Thomas
01/08/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS565-E
St Marseille, Daniel F
01/08/2024 Th 6:15 PM - 7:45 PM Hawkins Music Building 108
MUS565-A
Moon, Gene Ho
01/08/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS565-J
Kim, JinHee K.
09/03/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS565-C
Benford, Emily L
09/03/2024 MW 1:15 PM - 2:45 PM Hawkins Music Building 138
MUS565-A
Moon, Gene Ho
09/03/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS565-K
St Marseille, Daniel F
09/03/2024 Th 6:15 PM - 7:45 PM Hawkins Music Building 108
MUS565-B
Cruz, Jennifer Marie
09/03/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS565-D
STAFF, STAFF
09/03/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS565-E
St Marseille, Daniel F
09/03/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS565-F
Holliday, Guy M.
09/03/2024 M 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Hawkins Music Building 108
MUS565-G
Huang, I-Ting
09/03/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS565-H
Rivas, Aristides
09/03/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS565-I
Jaramillo, Andres E.
09/03/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS565-L
Wheeler, Ruth Noemy
09/03/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS565-M
Richardson, Kevin D.
09/03/2024 - Instructor OFFC

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. May be repeated for a maximum of four (4) units. Concurrent Requisite: MUS 580, 581, 582, 583, 584, 585, 586, 587, or 588. (1 unit; Fall/Spring)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS566-A
St Marseille, Daniel F
01/08/2024 TTh 4:15 PM - 5:45 PM Hawkins Music Building 108
MUS566-A
St Marseille, Daniel F
09/03/2024 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. Additional uniform fee. May be repeated for credit. Concurrent Requisite: MUS 580, 581, 582, 583, 584, 585, 586, 587, or 588. (1 unit; Fall/Spring)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS567-A
Frelly, Robert S.
01/08/2024 MWF 1:15 PM - 2:45 PM Hawkins Music Building 108
MUS567-A
Frelly, Robert S.
09/03/2024 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. May be repeated for a maximum of six (6) units. Additional uniform fee. Concurrent Requisite: MUS 580, 581, 582, 583, 584, 585, 586, 587, or 588. (1 unit; Fall/Spring)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS569-A
Moon, Gene Ho
01/08/2024 MWF 3:15 PM - 5:15 PM Hawkins Music Building 108
MUS569-A
Moon, Gene Ho
09/03/2024 MWF 3:15 PM - 5:15 PM Hawkins Music Building 108

Students survey methods books and repertoire appropriate for elementary, middle school, and high school settings, and study beginning and intermediate media instrumental development in schools, communities, and churches. Students will also examine important issues such as the role of technology in instrumental music; best practices for instrumental techniques, development and maintenance. (3 units; Spring-even years)

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Presentation of original compositions and arrangements created while the student is in residence for the degree is presented in a public recital. A portfolio of original compositions and arrangements will be presented to a graduate committee for approval. Recital Fee. Pass/Fail. Prerequisite: Permission of the Dean. (1 unit; Fall/Spring)

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Performance of repertoire learned while the student is in residence for the degree. Recital approval and performance guidelines are available from the SOM graduate office and applied instructor. Pass/Fail. (1 unit; Spring)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS596-A
Jaramillo, Andres E.
01/08/2024 M 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Hawkins Music Building 101
MUS596-A
Jaramillo, Andres E.
09/03/2024 T 8:45 AM - 10:15 AM Instructor OFFC

Students will conduct instrumental/choral ensembles of multiple sizes and instrumentation of repertoire learned while the student is in residence for the degree. A major paper will be produced related to the literature performed in recital. Topics include performance practice, musicology or theoretical subjects. Pass/Fail. Prerequisite: Permission of the Dean. (1 unit; Fall/Spring)

InstructorStart DateDaysTimeLocation
MUS597-A
Maclay, Travis J.
01/08/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS597-B
Maclay, Travis J.
01/08/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS597-A
STAFF, STAFF
09/03/2024 - Instructor OFFC
MUS597-B
Moon, Gene Ho
09/03/2024 - Instructor OFFC

*MUS 595, 596, and 597 are not transferable units toward the Master of Music degree.