Humantities

Music

Music courses fall within Areas II and V in degree plans. After successfully completing courses in music, students will be able to:

1. Demonstrate knowledge of musicians and their works.
2. Recognize types of music.
3. Attends concerts and other musical performances to appreciate the works presented.

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MUL 101, 102, 201, 202 Piano I, II, III, IV MUSIC ENSEMBLES: 1 - 2 credits
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor
These courses provide an opportunity for students to participate in a performing ensemble. Emphasis is placed on rehearsing and performing literature appropriate to the mission and goals of the group. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively participate in performances presented by the ensemble.

MUL 180, 181, 280, 281 CHORUS II, III, IV : 3 credits

MUL 182, 183, 282, 283

VOCAL ENSEMBLE I, II, III, IV

MUL 192, 193, 292, 293

INSTRUMENTAL ENSEMBLE I, II, III, IV

MUS 101 MUSIC APPRECIATION: 3 credits
This course is designed for non-music majors and requires no previous musical experience. It is a survey course that incorporates several modes of instruction including lecture, guided listening and similar experiences involving music. The course will cover a minimum of three stylistic periods, provide a multi-cultural perspective, and include both vocal and instrumental genres. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a knowledge of music fundamentals, the aesthetic/stylistic characteristics of historical periods, and an aural perception of style and structure in music. Core-Area II.

MUS 110 BASIC MUSICIANSHIP: 3 credits
This course is designed to provide rudimentary music knowledge and skills for the student with a limited music background. Topics include a study of notation, rhythm, scales, keys, intervals, chords and basic sight singing and ear training skills. Upon completion, students should be able to read and understand musical scores and demonstrate basic sight singing and ear training skills for rhythm, melody and harmony.

MUS 290 COMMERCIAL MUSIC: 3 credits
This course provides an introduction to the commercial music industry and the types of careers in commercial music. Topics include music publishing, recording, contracts, agents and managers, copyrights, unions, music companies and dealers. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a basic knowledge and understanding of the different components of the commercial music industry and the various career option.