The Bachelor of Fine Arts in Music Technology, Entrepreneurship & Production (MTEP) is designed to provide professional training for students who aim to succeed as creative entrepreneurs in the music industry. The program features a practical teaching and learning approach grounded in the real world of music production and marketing, and follows a learning community/cohort model that places peer collaboration and interdisciplinarity at the center of the educational experience.
Comprising courses from the Schools of Performing Arts; Visual Arts, Communications, and Digital Technologies; Business; and the College of Liberal Arts, the MTEP curriculum ensures that students develop facility with a variety of technologies designed to create, produce, distribute, and promote music.
As a student in this program, you will work with professionals in the music industry through internships and guest artist residencies as well as projects associated with Tilles Center for the Performing Arts, the T. Denny Sanford Innovation and Entrepreneurship Institute, and local recording studios.
Qualities that Set Our Program Apart
For admission to the Bachelor of Fine Arts program, evidence of prior music training experience and suitable music aptitude are expected. Auditions and placement exams are required for all programs. Deficiencies discovered through the placement exams may require remedial coursework. Acceptance into the music program is also contingent upon acceptance to LIU Post.
Find out more about MTEP and Deep End Entertainment Productions (our student-run record label) at bandcamp.
Auditions for SCHOLARSHIP
Please see the Music Auditions page for how to schedule an audition and audition requirements.
| Course # | Course Name | Credits |
| Required Musicianship Core Courses (12 credits) | ||
| MUS 217A | Music Theory/Keyboard Harmony I | 3 |
| MUS 217B | Music Theory/Keyboard Harmony II | 3 |
| MUS 218A | Aural Skills I | 3 |
| MUS 218B | Aural Skills II | 3 |
| Required Music Technology Courses (12 credits) | ||
| MUS 214A | Introduction to Music Technology | 3 |
| MUS 214B | Sequencing and Production | 3 |
| MUS 214C | Music Notation Software | 3 |
| MUS 214D | Digital Audio Workstation | 3 |
| Required Music Creation and Production Courses (15 credits) | ||
| MUS 200 | Culture of Rhythm and Production | 3 |
| MUS 201 | Foundations of Recording | 3 |
| MUS 203 | Songwriting I | 3 |
| MUS 204 | Songwriting II | 3 |
| MUS 212 | Composition and Arranging for Media | 3 |
| Required Music Entrepreneurship Courses (13 credits) | ||
| MUS 230 | Professional Development for a Music Career | 1 |
| MUS 211 | Business and Legal Aspects of Music Industry | 3 |
| MUS 221 | Music Operations & Distribution | 3 |
| MUS 278 | Music Industry Internship I | 3 |
| MUS 279 | Music Industry Internship II | 3 |
| MUS 208 | Publicity and Promotion in the Performing Arts | 3 |
| Required Music History/Literature Courses (9 credits) | ||
| MUS 147 | History of Rock | 3 |
| MUS 228 | History of Jazz | 3 |
| MUS 110 | Introduction to World Music | 3 |
| Required Entrepreneurship Courses (9 credits) | ||
| CGPH 126 | Web Design for Everyone | 3 |
| MKT 211 | Marketing Principles and Practice | 3 |
| PR 238 | Social Media Tools | 3 |
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Required Music Making Fundamentals Courses (12 credits)
Twelve (12) credits are required from the following MUS ensembles or studio lessons |
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Ensembles offered every Fall and Spring for 1 credit..
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Lessons offered every semester for 1 or 2 credits.
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| MUS 202 | Music Convocation | 0 |
| Required Culminating Experience (6 credits) | ||
| MUS 299 | Capstone | 3 |
| MUS 298 | Senior Thesis | 3 |
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Institutional Learning Outcome (ILO) |
Courses |
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ILO 1: Creative and Reflective Capacities (3 credits) Openness to new ideas, integrative and reflective thinking, investigation, and synthesis of existing knowledge as a way of creating, appreciating, and reflecting on original, innovative work grounded in scientific, humanistic, historical, and/or aesthetic disciplinary knowledge. |
ART 101: Introduction to Art ART 105: Introduction to Beginning Drawing ART 106: 3D Visualization and Production ART 131: Pottery and Ceramic Sculpture I CIN/FIL 109: Screenwriting II CIN 111: History of World Cinema CMA 109: Media Arts and Technology DNC 108: History of Dance ENG 167: Creativity and Nature ENG 182: Introduction to Creative Writing ENG 183: Creative Non-Fiction JOU 110: Journalism, Media and You MA 109: Media Arts and Technology MUS 101: Introduction to Musical Concepts MUS 102: Music Fundamentals MUS 110: Introduction to World Music PHI 172: Philosophy and the Mind SPE/ORC 105: Public Speaking THE 100: Introduction to Drama THE 111: The Art of Theatre THE 143: Shakespeare in Performance THE 193: Theatre Research/Performance |
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ILO 2: Historical and Intercultural Awareness (6 credits) Recognition of oneself as a member of a global community consisting of diverse cultures with unique histories and geographies. |
History HIS 100: American Civilization to 1877 HIS 101: Perspectives on Premodern World History HIS 102: Perspectives on Modern World History HIS 108: American Civilization since 1877 Intercultural Awareness ANT #: Any Anthropology Course ART 104: Introduction to Visual Arts CIN 105: The Art of Documentary ENG 115: Global Literatures ENG 132: Shakespeare ENG 158: American Literature FRE 111: Introduction to French I FRE 112: Introduction to French II GGR 102: Geography and the Global Citizen HIS 144: Topics in Asian History HIS 157: Topics in Latin American History ITL 111: Introduction to Italian I ITL 112: Introduction to Italian II MUS 103: Music in Western Civilization MUS 146: History of Hip Hop MUS 147: History of Rock Music MUS 159: History of Country Music PHI 170: Philosophies of Love and Sex POL 150: International Relations POL 161: Introduction to Comparative Politics SPA 111: Introduction to Spanish I SPA 112: Introduction to Spanish II SOC 103: Gender and Sexual Diversity SOC 135: Global Cultures SOC 165: Culture and Society SOC 103: Gender and Sexual Diversity SOC 165: Culture and Society SPE 100: Oral Communication THE 142: Modern Theatre History |
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ILO 3: Quantitative and Scientific Reasoning (7-8 credits) Competence in interpreting numerical and scientific data in order to draw conclusions, construct meaningful arguments, solve problems, and gain a better understanding of complex issues within a discipline or in everyday contexts. |
Scientific Reasoning AST 109/109A: Introductory Astronomy I AST 110/110A: Introductory Astronomy II BIO 120/120L: General Biology I BIO 124/124L: Foundations of Biology I BIO 125/125L: The Science of Sustainability BIO 126/126L: DNA and Human Life BIO 137/137L: Human Anatomy and Physiology I CHM 101/101L: Chemistry for Health Science I CHM 103/103L: Principles of Chemistry I ERS 101/101L: Weather and Climate ERS 102/102L: Planet Earth ERS 103/103L: Oceanography ERS 125/125L: Environmental Sustainability Science FSC 100/100L: Introduction to Forensic Chemistry PHY 103: University Physics I PHY 104: University Physics II PHY 120/120L: The Physical Universe PHY 127/127L: Physics for Pharmacy PHY 131/131L: General Physics I PHY 131/131L: College Physics I PHY 132/132L: General Physic II PHY 132/132L: College Physics II Quantitative Reasoning MTH #: Any Mathematics Course |
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ILO 4: Oral and Written Communication (6 credits) Knowledge and skill in exchanging informed and well-reasoned ideas in effective and meaningful ways through a range of media to promote full understanding for various purposes, among different audiences and in a variety of contexts and disciplines. |
Written Communication ENG 110: Writing I – Composition and Analysis ENG 111: Writing II – Research and Argumentation |
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ILO 5: Information and Technological Literacies (3 credits) Ability to use information and communication technologies to find, evaluate, create, and effectively and responsibly use and share that information, requiring both cognitive and technical skills. |
CGPH 126: Web Design for Everyone EDI 100: Contemporary Issues in Education ENG 148: Ideas and Themes n Literature ENG 173: Writing in the Community ENG 175: Writing in the Professions ENG 178: Writing in the Sciences HIS 107: Engaging the Past HIS 190: Research Problems in History POL 100: Research Problems in Political Science SOC 102: Social Problems SOC 148: Medical Sociology SOC 148: Sociology of Health and Illness |
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ILO 6: Critical Inquiry and Analysis (3 credits) Reflective assessment and critique of evidence, applying theory, and practicing discernment in the analysis of existing ideas and in the production of new knowledge across a broad array of fields or disciplines. |
ENG 103: Grammar and the Structure of English ENG 112: World Literatures I ENG 113: World Literatures II ENG 140: Introduction to Literature ENG 180: Literary Genres FRE 100: French Cinema GGR 101: The Geography of Sustainable Development HIS 104: Topics in American History HIS 120: Topics in Medieval History HIS 164: History of Gender and Sexuality HIS 167: History of Science and Technology PHI 100: Beginning Philosophy PHI 163: Philosophy of Art PHI 179: Social and Political Philosophy POL 147: Political Psychology POL 156: Diplomacy and Negotiation PSY 103: General Psychology PSY 111: Psychological Perspectives on Teaching and Learning SOC 100: Introduction to Sociology SOC 112: Gender, Race and Ethnicity SOC 126: Sociology of Gender SOC 161: Sociology of Sport |
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ILO 7: Ethical Reasoning and Civic Engagement (3 credits) Evaluation of ethical issues in conduct and thinking, development of ethical self-awareness, consideration of various perspectives, and responsible and humane engagement in local and global communities. |
ART 177: High Impact Art CIN/FIL 103: Major Forces in the Cinema ECO 101: Microeconomics ECO 102: Macroeconomics ENG 150: Empathy and Literature HIS 116: History of Race and Society HIS 158: History of Politics and Power PHI 105: Bioethics PHI 113: Philosophy and Film PHY 178: Ethics and Society POL 101: Introduction to Political Science POL 102: Introduction to American Politics POL 123: Political Parties and Public Opinion SOC 108: Sociology of Youth SOC 109: Social Movements and Change SOC 110: Human Rights and Social Justice SOC 119: Sociology of the Family SOC 122: American Social Problems/Global Context SPA 105: The Hispanic World |
MUS 101 Introduction to Musical Concepts
This course is a study and discussion of music and
its aesthetic and creative applications in a
multicultural civilization. Topics will be taught
using Direct and Indirect Instruction. Topics in this
course will help students gain greater awareness of
cultural and global trends.
Credits: 3
Every Fall and Spring
MUS 102 Music Fundamentals
This course is a study of the elements of music
notation, rhythms, study of intervals, and basic
eartraining and sight singing. Topics in this course
will help students gain greater awareness of cultural
and global trends in music.
Credits: 3
Every Fall, Spring and Summer
MUS 103 Music in Western Civilization III
This course examines the characteristics and
development of contemporary art music. Topics
will be taught using Direct and Indirect Instruction.
Topics in this course will help students gain greater
awareness of cultural and global trends.
Credits: 3
Every Spring
MUS 110 World Music
This course explores the music, cultures, and
customs associated with various indigenous peoples
from around the globe. Course materials examine
musical styles and forms through lectures,
discussions, and attendance at live performances. T
Topics will be taught using Direct and Indirect
Instruction. Topics in this course will help students
gain greater awareness of cultural and global trends.
Credits: 3
Every Fall
MUS 121 Music in Western Civilization I
This course examines the characteristics and
development of Western music from antiquity to
the 17th century. Topics will be taught using Direct
and Indirect Instruction. Topics in this course will
help students gain greater awareness of cultural and
global trends.
Credits: 3
Every Spring
MUS 122 Music in Western Civilization II
This course examines the characteristics and
development of 18th and 19th century Western
music. Topics will be taught using Direct and
Indirect Instruction. Topics in this course will help
students gain greater awareness of cultural and
global trends.
Credits: 3
Every Fall
MUS 147 History of Rock Music
This course centers on the development of Rock
music from the 1950s to the present. Topics will be
taught using Direct and Indirect Instruction. Topics
in this course will help students gain greater
awareness of cultural and global trends.
Credits: 3
Every Fall
MUS 202 Music Convocation
This non-credit course brings all Music Majors
together to observe and participate in artist
presentations and master classes. Must be taken by
all Music Majors every semester except for Music
Education Majors in their senior year while they are
student teaching. Topics will be taught using
Interactive Instruction, and Independent Study,
and will also encompass Experiential Learning.
Experiences in this course will help students gain
greater knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in
the music industry.
Co requisites: MUS 205, MUS 206 OR MUS 207
for students in the following plans: Music B.S.
Music Education B-12 B.M. Instrumental
Performance B.M.
Credits: 0
Every Fall and Spring
MUS 205 Chorus
Audition required. Topics will be taught using
Interactive Instruction, and Independent Study,
and will also encompass Experiential Learning.
Experiences in this course will help students gain
greater knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in
the music industry.
Credits: 0 to 1
Every Fall and Spring
MUS 205A Women's Choir
Audition required. Topics will be taught using
Interactive Instruction, and Independent Study,
and will also encompass Experiential Learning.
Experiences in this course will help students gain
greater knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in
the music industry.
Credits: 0 to 1
Every Fall and Spring
MUS 205C Vocal Jazz Ensemble
Audition required. Topics will be taught using
Interactive Instruction, and Independent Study,
and will also encompass Experiential Learning.
Experiences in this course will help students gain
greater knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in
the music industry.
Credits: 0 to 1
Every Fall and Spring
MUS 206 Wind Symphony
Audition required. Topics will be taught using
Interactive Instruction, and Independent Study,
and will also encompass Experiential Learning.
Experiences in this course will help students gain
greater knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in
the music industry.
Credits: 0 to 1
Every Fall and Spring
MUS 206A Jazz Ensemble
Audition required. Topics will be taught using
Interactive Instruction, and Independent Study,
and will also encompass Experiential Learning.
Experiences in this course will help students gain
greater knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in
the music industry.
Credits: 0 to 1
Every Fall and Spring
MUS 206C Percussion Ensemble
Audition required. Topics will be taught using
Interactive Instruction, and Independent Study,
and will also encompass Experiential Learning.
Experiences in this course will help students gain
greater knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in
the music industry.
Credits: 0 to 1
Every Spring
MUS 206D Guitar Ensemble
Audition required. Topics will be taught using
Interactive Instruction, and Independent Study,
and will also encompass Experiential Learning.
Experiences in this course will help students gain
greater knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in
the music industry.
Credits: 0 to 1
Every Fall and Spring
MUS 206E Brass Ensemble
Audition required. Topics will be taught using
Interactive Instruction, and Independent Study,
and will also encompass Experiential Learning.
Experiences in this course will help students gain
greater knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in
the music industry.
Credits: 0 to 1
Every Fall and Spring
MUS 207 Orchestra
Audition required. Topics will be taught using
Interactive Instruction, and Independent Study,
and will also encompass Experiential Learning.
Experiences in this course will help students gain
greater knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in
the music industry.
Credits: 0 to 1
Every Fall and Spring
MUS 207A Flute Ensemble
Audition required. Topics will be taught using
Interactive Instruction, and Independent Study,
and will also encompass Experiential Learning.
Experiences in this course will help students gain
greater knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in
the music industry.
Credits: 0 to 1
Every Fall and Spring
MUS 207C Wind Ensemble
Audition required. Topics will be taught using
Interactive Instruction, and Independent Study,
and will also encompass Experiential Learning.
Experiences in this course will help students gain
greater knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in
the music industry.
Credits: 0 to 1
Every Fall and Spring
MUS 207D String Ensemble
Audition required. Topics will be taught using
Interactive Instruction, and Independent Study,
and will also encompass Experiential Learning.
Experiences in this course will help students gain
greater knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in
the music industry.
Credits: 0 to 1
Every Fall and Spring
MUS 213 Introduction to Music Literature
This course is an overview of the history and
literature of Western music. Topics will be taught
using Direct and Indirect Instruction. Topics in this
course will help students gain greater awareness of
cultural and global trends.
Credits: 3
Every Spring
MUS 214A Introduction to Music Technology
This course introduces students to digital music
production, digital audio editing, sequencing and
music notation at the computer. Topics will be
taught using Direct and Indirect Instruction. Topics
in this course will help students gain greater
awareness of cultural and global trends.
Open to students in the following plans: Music
B.S., Music Education B-12 B.M. or Music Tech,
Ent & Prod B.F.A.
Credits: 3
Every Fall
MUS 214B Sequencing and Production
This course is a continuation of MUS 214A
centering on MIDI sequencing and includes
explanations and demonstrations of recording and
arranging techniques for creating dynamic musical
sequences in any musical style. Topics will be taught
using Direct and Indirect Instruction. Topics in this
course will help students gain greater awareness of
cultural and global trends.
A pre requisite of MUS 214A is required.
Credits: 3
Every Spring
MUS 214C Music Notation Software
This course is a continuation of MUS 214A in
which advanced features of notation software are
studied including score input options, editing tools,
layouts, and part extraction. Topics will be taught
using Direct and Indirect Instruction. Topics in this
course will help students gain greater awareness of
cultural and global trends.
Prerequisites: MUS 214A, MUS 214B, and MUS
214D
Credits: 3
Every Spring
MUS 215 Introduction to Music Education
This course is an introduction to the philosophy
and materials of music education. Topics will be
taught using Direct, Indirect, and Interactive
Instruction, and will also encompass Experiential
Learning. Topics in this course will help students
gain greater awareness of cultural and global trends.
Credits: 1
Every Spring
MUS 219A Brass Methods
This course leads to a basic level of playing
competence on brass instruments. Diverse teaching
and learning approaches are explored. Topics will
be taught using Direct, Indirect, and Interactive
Instruction, and will also encompass Experiential
Learning. Topics in this course will help students
gain greater awareness of cultural and global trends.
Must be in the CMEDBM plan - Music Ed (B-12)
Credits: 1
Every Spring
MUS 219B String Methods
This course leads to a basic level of playing
competence on string instruments. Diverse
teaching and learning approaches are explored.
Topics will be taught using Direct, Indirect, and
Interactive Instruction, and will also encompass
Experiential Learning. Topics in this course will
help students gain greater awareness of cultural and
global trends.
Must be in the CMEDBM plan - Music Ed (B-12)
Credits: 1
Every Fall
MUS 219C Woodwind Methods
This course leads to a basic level of playing
competence on woodwind instruments. Diverse
teaching and learning approaches are explored.
Topics will be taught using Direct, Indirect, and
Interactive Instruction, and will also encompass
Experiential Learning. Topics in this course will
help students gain greater awareness of cultural and
global trends.
Must be in the CMEDBM plan - Music Ed (B-12)
Credits: 1
Every Fall
MUS 219D Percussion Methods
This course leads to a basic level of playing
competence on percussion instruments. Diverse
teaching and learning approaches are explored.
Topics will be taught using Direct, Indirect, and
Interactive Instruction, and will also encompass
Experiential Learning. Topics in this course will
help students gain greater awareness of cultural and
global trends.
Must be in the CMEDBM plan - Music Ed (B-12)
Credits: 1
Every Spring
MUS 219E Vocal Methods
This course leads to a basic level of singing
competence. Diverse teaching and learning
approaches are explored. Topics will be taught
using Direct, Indirect, and Interactive Instruction,
and will also encompass Experiential Learning.
Topics in this course will help students gain greater
awareness of cultural and global trends.
Must be in the CMEDBM plan - Music Ed (B-12)
Credits: 2
Every Fall
MUS 220 Conducting I
This course covers the elements of conducting.
Topics will be taught using Direct, Indirect, and
Interactive Instruction, and will also encompass
Experiential Learning. Topics in this course will
help students gain greater awareness of cultural and
global trends.
Prerequisite: MUS 217B
Credits: 2
Every Fall
MUS 226 Workshops in Music Education
Workshops in Music Education. Topics will be
taught using Direct, Indirect, and Interactive
Instruction, and will also encompass Experiential
Learning. Topics in this course will help students
gain greater awareness of cultural and global trends.
Credits: 1 to 3
On Occasion
MUS 226T Marching Band Techniques
This course centers on the development and maintenance of public school marching band
programs including program administration,
budgeting, scheduling, school and community
relationships, show design concepts and
application, and visual instructional techniques.
Topics will be taught using Direct, Indirect, and
Interactive Instruction, and will also encompass
Experiential Learning. Topics in this course will
help students gain greater awareness of cultural and
global trends.
Credits: 2
Alternate Fall
MUS 227A Elementary General Music Methods
Course is an examination of the organization and
operation of elementary general music programs.
Students are required to participate in the
Rompertunes Early Childhood Music Teaching and
Learning Program. Classroom methods include:
Orff, Kodály, Dalcroze, Gordon and Laban. Topics
will be taught using Direct, Indirect, and Interactive
Instruction, and will also encompass Experiential
Learning. Topics in this course will help students
gain greater awareness of cultural and global trends.
Prerequisite of MUS 215 is required. Must be in
the CMEDBM plan - Music Ed (B-12)
Credits: 3
Every Fall
MUS 227C Secondary Choral Music Methods
This course covers the organization and
implementation of vocal music activities, programs
and performing groups in grades 7 to 12. Methods
and materials for vocal ensembles such as chorus,
select choir, a cappella chorus and vocal jazz
ensemble are included. Special attention is paid to
rehearsal techniques, lesson planning and outcome
assessment. A field-based experience that includes
conducting is required. Topics will be taught using
Direct, Indirect, and Interactive Instruction, and
will also encompass Experiential Learning. Topics
in this course will help students gain greater
awareness of cultural and global trends.
Prerequisite of MUS 215 is required. Must be in
the CMEDBM plan - Music Ed (B-12)
Credits: 3
Every Spring
MUS 227D Instrumental Music Methods
This course covers the organization, administration
and implementation of instrumental activities,
programs and performing groups in grades 4 to 12.
Methods and materials for instrumental ensembles,
band, orchestra, wind and jazz ensembles, and
marching bands are included. Special attention is
paid to rehearsal techniques, lesson planning and
outcome assessment. A field-based experience that
includes conducting is required. Topics will be
taught using Direct, Indirect, and Interactive
Instruction, and will also encompass Experiential
Learning. Topics in this course will help students
gain greater awareness of cultural and global trends.
Prerequisite of MUS 215 is required. Must be in
the CMEDBM plan - Music Ed (B-12)
Credits: 3
Every Spring
MUS 227F Technology and Music Education
This course focuses on the applications of music
technology in the classroom at the K-12 level and in
performance. Topics will be taught using Direct,
Indirect, and Interactive Instruction, and will also
encompass Experiential Learning. Topics in this
course will help students gain greater awareness of
cultural and global trends.
Credits: 2
Every Fall
MUS 228 History of Jazz
This course centers on the musical and historical
evolution of Jazz and its many styles, performers
and composers. Topics will be taught using Direct
and Indirect Instruction. Topics in this course will
help students gain greater awareness of cultural and
global trends.
Credits: 3
Every Spring
MUS 248A Piano for Music Teachers
This course centers on tonal and rhythm solfege,
basic improvisation, and functional piano skills.
Special emphasis is placed on keyboard
harmonization, music reading, and
accompaniment. The Sophomore Review serves as
the final examination for this course. Topics will be
taught using Direct, Indirect, and Interactive
Instruction, and will also encompass Experiential
Learning. Topics in this course will help students
gain greater awareness of cultural and global trends.
Pre-requisite: MUS 217C. Must be in the
CMEDBM plan - Music Ed (B-12)
Credits: 1
Every Spring
MUS 200 Culture of Rhythm and Production
This course examines rhythm as an essential cross-
cultural and unifying agent. A hands-on course,
students have the opportunity to experience
rhythms of diverse cultures through learning
traditional hand-drumming patterns and songs
from Brazil, Cuba, Haiti and other cultures of the
African-American diaspora. The evolution and
widespread trajectory of the rhythms of the African
diaspora through the Caribbean, South America
and North America affected some of the most
iconic musical forms of the 20th and 21st centuries.
Topics will be taught using Direct and Indirect
Instruction. Topics in this course will help students
gain greater awareness of cultural and global trends.
Prerequisite(s): MUS 218A - Aural Skills I
Credits: 3
Every Fall
MUS 201 Foundations of Recording
Basic acoustic and technological foundations of
audio recording will be the focus of this class in
order to give students an understanding of the
theoretical principles that guide the field of audio
engineering. The science of acoustics, soundwaves
and studio construction will be considered, along
with functions of the recording console. Topics will
be taught using Direct and Indirect Instruction.
Topics in this course will help students gain greater
awareness of cultural and global trends.
Credits: 3
Every Fall
MUS 203 Songwriting 1
Fundamentals of songwriting are introduced such
as form, meter, rhyme, metaphor, and theme.
These tenets of the songwriting craft are examined
through careful study of exemplars from diverse
traditions as well as genre-driven student projects
including those centered on blues, songs of protest,
jingles, and more. Topics will be taught using
Direct and Indirect Instruction. Topics in this
course will help students gain greater awareness of
cultural and global trends.
Prerequisite of MUS 218B is required.
Credits: 3
Every Fall
MUS 204 Songwriting 2
This workshop-model course explores more fully
the songwriting process. Focus is on student-created
works, which evolve naturally in a nurturing, safe,
supportive environment. Student work is
documented in performance and through the
recording process. Guest lecturers share their work
and provide feedback on student works. Topics will
be taught using Direct and Indirect Instruction.
Topics in this course will help students gain greater
awareness of cultural and global trends.
Prerequisites: 107A/B, 108A/B, 203
Credits: 3
Every Spring
MUS 209 Arranging, Orchestration and Analysis
This course focuses on instrumentation as well as
arranging and orchestrating existing compositions
for varying groups of voices and instruments,
including strings, brass, woodwinds and percussion.
Topics will be taught using Direct and Indirect
Instruction. Topics in this course will help students
gain greater awareness of cultural and global trends.
Pre-requisites: MUS 217A and 217B
Credits: 2
Every Spring
MUS 210 Music Review
A remedial course to address substantive
deficiencies in Music Theory or Music History to be
determined through the Music Theory
Comprehensive Exam and the Music History
Comprehensive Exam. Curricula will be
determined on an individual basis after review of
the results of the above exams and in consultation
with the instructor. Topics will be taught using
Direct and Indirect Instruction. Topics in this
course will help students gain greater awareness of
cultural and global trends.
Pre requisites: MUS 217A, MUS 217B, MUS
217C, MUS 217D, MUS 121, MUS 122, MUS
103, MUS 110 Credits: 3
Every Fall and Spring
MUS 211 Business and Legal Aspect of the Music
Industry
This course explores business and legal aspects of
the Music Industry from both the perspective of the
producer and the artist. Topics covered include
basic accounting, contracts, copyrights, and
intellectual property law. Topics will be taught
using Direct and Indirect Instruction. Topics in this
course will help students gain greater awareness of
cultural and global trends.
Credits: 3
Every Fall
MUS 212 Composition and Arranging for Media
This course explores composition and arranging for
diverse media including film, television, website,
video games, and other digital platforms. A brief
history of film/television scoring provides a
foundation for the creation of student
compositions and/or arrangements for media. Both
technical and aesthetic aspects of the process are
addressed. A final composition/arranging project is
required. Topics will be taught using Direct and
Indirect Instruction. Topics in this course will help
students gain greater awareness of cultural and
global trends.
Prerequisites: MUS 204, 214D
Credits: 3
Every Fall
MUS 214D Digital Audio Workstation
This course puts to use the fundamental
technologies introduced in the first three courses in
the Music Technology sequence including
sequencing, sampling, and basic live audio
recording and mixing processes employing
contemporary software/hardware configurations.
Topics will be taught using Direct and Indirect
Instruction. Topics in this course will help students
gain greater awareness of cultural and global trends.
Pre requisites: MUS 214A and 214B
Credits: 3
Every Fall
MUS 216A Basic Keyboard I
This course centers on the development of basic
piano skills including fingerings, hand and body
posture, scales, arpeggios, triads, progressions,
beginner musical selections, and technical exercises.
Topics will be taught using Direct and Indirect
Instruction. Topics in this course will help students
gain greater awareness of cultural and global trends.
Credits: 1
Every Fall
MUS 216B Basic Keyboard II
This course is a continuation of Basic Keyboard I.
Requirements include performing My Country ‘tis
of Thee in six (6) different keys, singing My
Country ‘tis of Thee while playing a basic standard
chord accompaniment, and writing and performing
an original piano composition that includes mixed
meters. Topics will be taught using Direct and
Indirect Instruction. Topics in this course will help
students gain greater awareness of cultural and
global trends.
Prerequisite(s): MUS 216A
Credits: 1
Every Spring
MUS 217A Theory/Keyboard Harmony I
This course focuses on music theory and keyboard
harmony including four-part writing,
harmonization, and transposition. Requirements
including performing and notating 1) London
Bridge, Silent Night, and Happy Birthday with
appropriate chords; 2) diatonic circle of fifths and
falling fourths progression; and 3) root position
triads in close and open positions in six (6)
different keys. Students compose an original
simple four-part composition that includes open
and close position chords. Topics will be taught
using Direct and Indirect Instruction. Topics in this
course will help students gain greater awareness of
cultural and global trends.
Credits: 3
Every Fall
MUS 217B Theory/Keyboard Harmony II
This course is a continuation of Music
Theory/Keyboard Harmony I. Requirements
include identifying at sight and by ear all non-chord
tones in standard melodies from the classical
repertory including standard folk tunes such as
London Bridge, Silent Night, and Happy Birthday.
Students notate diatonic circle of fifths, root
position seventh chords in four voices in six (6)
major keys and demonstrate a vocal improvisation
to London Bridge while playing a standard chordal
accompaniment at the piano. Students compose
and harmonize a simple melody that includes non-
harmonic tones. Topics will be taught using Direct
and Indirect Instruction. Topics in this course will
help students gain greater awareness of cultural and
global trends.
A pre requisite of Music 107A is required.
Credits: 3
Every Spring
MUS 217C Theory/Keyboard Harmony III
This course is a continuation of Music
Theory/Keyboard Harmony II. Topics include
four-part writing, harmonization, secondary
dominants, secondary leading tones, simple figured
bass realization and simple score reading at the
piano, and composition. Requirements include 1)
notating and playing a progression involving a
sequence of secondary dominants in six (6) keys;
and 2) writing and identifying secondary dominant
and leading tone chords. Students compose and
harmonize simple melodies that include secondary
dominant and leading tone chords. Topics will be
taught using Direct and Indirect Instruction. Topics
in this course will help students gain greater
awareness of cultural and global trends.
Prerequisite: MUS 217B
Credits: 3
Every Fall
MUS 217D Theory/Keyboard Harmony IV
This course is a continuation of Music
Theory/Keyboard Harmony III. Topics include
four-part writing, harmonization, binary and ternary
forms, augmented sixth chords, Neapolitan chords,
transposition, intermediate figured bass realization
and score reading at the piano, and composition.
Requirements include 1) transposing a selected
standard work from the classical repertory; 2)
composing an original piece using binary and
ternary forms; 3) composing an original piece that
includes augmented sixth chords, and 4)
performing at the keyboard intermediate pieces
from the standard classical repertory. Topics will be
taught using Direct and Indirect Instruction. Topics
in this course will help students gain greater
awareness of cultural and global trends.
Prerequisite(s): MUS 216A, MUS 216B, MUS
217A, MUS 217B and MUS 217C
Credits: 2
Every Spring
MUS 218A Aural Skills I
This course focuses on diatonic singing using the
Moveable DO, LA-based minor solfege system.
Students learn intervals, triads, rhythmic clapping,
conducting while intoning rhythms, and singing
while playing the piano. Compound and simple
meters are stressed. Regularly assigned ear training
examples will be completed using a digital ear
training program. Topics will be taught using Direct
and Indirect Instruction. Topics in this course will
help students gain greater awareness of cultural and
global trends.
Credits: 3
Every Fall
MUS 218B Aural Skills II
This course is a continuation of Aural Skills I.
Topics will be taught using Direct and Indirect
Instruction. Topics in this course will help students
gain greater awareness of cultural and global trends.
Prerequisite(s): MUS 218A - Aural Skills I
Credits: 3
Every Spring
MUS 218C Aural Skills III
This course focuses on sight singing complex
diatonic melodies with accidentals, skips, leaps, and
more complex rhythms. The melodies introduce
modulations, secondary dominants, and diatonic
arpeggios. Students clap and count more complex
rhythms that include syncopation, asymmetrical
rhythms, compound, simple, and cut-time meters.
Students sing improvisations that include
chromaticism using the syllable TA. Regularly
assigned ear training examples will be completed
using a digital ear training program. Topics will be
taught using Direct and Indirect Instruction. Topics
in this course will help students gain greater
awareness of cultural and global trends.
A prerequisite of MUS 218B is required.
Credits: 3
Every Fall
MUS 218D Aural Skills IV
This course is a continuation of Aural Skills III.
Topics will be taught using Direct and Indirect
Instruction. Topics in this course will help students
gain greater awareness of cultural and global trends.
Prerequisite(s): MUS 218A, MUS 218B and MUS
218C
Credits: 2
Every Spring
MUS 221 Music Operations and Distribution
This course examines both traditional (record
labels) and non-traditional (do-it-yourself) modes of
the commercial distribution of music. This broad
approach addresses both artist and producer
distribution perspectives. Topics will be taught
using Direct and Indirect Instruction. Topics in this
course will help students gain greater awareness of
cultural and global trends.
Credits: 3
Every Spring
MUS 230 Professional Preparation for a Music
Career
This course is an overview of skills needed to make
the transition from college study to professional
life. Sessions cover identifying and researching
publications and competitions; preparing resumes,
cover letters, publicity photos and demo recordings;
and planning a debut concert; and establishing a
Web presence. Topics will be taught using Direct
and Indirect Instruction. Topics in this course will
help students gain greater awareness of cultural and
global trends.
Credits: 1
Every Spring
MUS 240 Conducting II
This course is a continuation of Conducting I.
Topics will be taught using Direct, Indirect, and
Interactive Instruction, and will also encompass
Experiential Learning. Topics in this course will
help students gain greater awareness of cultural and
global trends.
Prerequisite of MUS 220 is required.
Credits: 2
Every Spring
MUS 249A Studio Lessons: Vocal Coaching
Private coaching lessons supplement studio lessons
giving students the opportunity to expand
repertoire, develop performance skills, and work
with a professional collaborative (jazz or classical)
pianist. Topics will be taught using Indirect
Instruction, and Independent Study, and will also
encompass Experiential Learning. Experiences in
this course will help students gain greater
knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in the
music industry.
Prerequisite: Must be in one of the following plans
CARMBFA, CMEDBM, CMUSBS, CMTEPBFA,
CTABFA, CTHABA, CMUSMIN
Credits: 1
Every Fall, Spring and Summer
MUS 249B Studio Lessons: Vocal Coaching
Private coaching lessons supplement studio lessons
giving students the opportunity to expand
repertoire, develop performance skills, and work
with a professional collaborative (jazz or classical)
pianist. Topics will be taught using Indirect
Instruction, and Independent Study, and will also
encompass Experiential Learning. Experiences in
this course will help students gain greater
knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in the
music industry.
Prerequisite: Must be in one of the following plans
CARMBFA, CMEDBM, CMUSBS, CMTEPBFA,
CTABFA, CTHABA, CMUSMIN
Credits: 2
Every Fall, Spring and Summer
MUS 249C Studio Lessons: Instrumental
Coaching
Private coaching lessons supplement studio lessons
giving students the opportunity to expand
repertoire, develop performance skills, and work
with a professional collaborative (jazz or classical)
pianist. Topics will be taught using Indirect
Instruction, and Independent Study, and will also
encompass Experiential Learning. Experiences in
this course will help students gain greater
knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in the
music industry.
Prerequisite: Must be in one of the following plans
CARMBFA, CMEDBM, CMUSBS, CMTEPBFA,
CTABFA, CTHABA, CMUSMIN
Credits: 1
Every Fall, Spring and Summer
MUS 249D Studio Lessons: Instrumental
Coaching
Private coaching lessons supplement studio lessons
giving students the opportunity to expand
repertoire, develop performance skills, and work
with a professional collaborative (jazz or classical)
pianist. Topics will be taught using Indirect
Instruction, and Independent Study, and will also
encompass Experiential Learning. Experiences in
this course will help students gain greater
knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in the
music industry.
Prerequisite: Must be in one of the following plans
CARMBFA, CMEDBM, CMUSBS, CMTEPBFA,
CTABFA, CTHABA, CMUSMIN
Credits: 2
Every Fall, Spring and Summer
MUS 249E Studio Lessons: Advanced Conducting
An in-depth study in conducting for the advanced
student, taught on an individualized basis. Lessons
are given once a week on a one-to-one basis. 12
lessons are scheduled, 10 lessons must be given to
receive a passing grade. Upon registration, students
must visit the Department of Music in Room 108
Fine Arts Center to complete a Lesson Availability
Form. Lessons are scheduled before and during the
first weekend of each semester. 1-credit lessons are
25 minutes in length. Topics will be taught using
Indirect Instruction, and Independent Study, and
will also encompass Experiential Learning.
Experiences in this course will help students gain
greater knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in
the music industry.
Prerequisites: Music 40 and Must be in one of the
following plans CARMBFA, CMEDBM, CMUSBS,
CMTEPBFA, CTABFA, CTHABA, CMUSMIN
Credits: 1
Every Fall, Spring and Summer
MUS 249F Studio Lessons: Advanced Conducting
An in-depth study in conducting for the advanced
student, taught on an individualized basis. Lessons
are given once a week on a one-to-one basis. 12
lessons are scheduled, 10 lessons must be given to
receive a passing grade. Upon registration, students
must visit the Department of Music in Room 108
Fine Arts Center to complete a Lesson Availability
Form. Lessons are scheduled before and during the
first weekend of each semester. 2-credit lessons are
50 minutes in length. Topics will be taught using
Indirect Instruction, and Independent Study, and
will also encompass Experiential Learning.
Experiences in this course will help students gain
greater knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in
the music industry.
Prerequisites: Music 40 and Must be in one of the
following plans CARMBFA, CMEDBM, CMUSBS,
CMTEPBFA, CTABFA, CTHABA, CMUSMIN
Credits: 2
Every Fall, Spring and Summer
MUS 249I Studio Lessons: Vocal Jazz Coaching
Private coaching lessons supplement studio lessons
giving students the opportunity to expand
repertoire, develop performance skills, and work
with a professional collaborative (jazz or classical)
pianist. Topics will be taught using Indirect
Instruction, and Independent Study, and will also
encompass Experiential Learning. Experiences in
this course will help students gain greater
knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in the
music industry.
Prerequisite: Must be in one of the following plans
CARMBFA, CMEDBM, CMUSBS, CMTEPBFA,
CTABFA, CTHABA, CMUSMIN
Credits: 1
Every Fall and Spring
MUS 249J Studio Lessons: Vocal Jazz Coaching
Private coaching lessons supplement studio lessons
giving students the opportunity to expand
repertoire, develop performance skills, and work
with a professional collaborative (jazz or classical)
pianist. Topics will be taught using Indirect
Instruction, and Independent Study, and will also
encompass Experiential Learning. Experiences in
this course will help students gain greater
knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in the
music industry.
Prerequisite: Must be in one of the following plans CARMBFA, CMEDBM, CMUSBS, CMTEPBFA,
CTABFA, CTHABA, CMUSMIN
Credits: 2
Every Fall and Spring
MUS 249K Studio Lessons: Instrumental Jazz
Coaching
Private coaching lessons supplement studio lessons
giving students the opportunity to expand
repertoire, develop performance skills, and work
with a professional collaborative (jazz or classical)
pianist. Topics will be taught using Indirect
Instruction, and Independent Study, and will also
encompass Experiential Learning. Experiences in
this course will help students gain greater
knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in the
music industry.
Prerequisite: Must be in one of the following plans
CARMBFA, CMEDBM, CMUSBS, CMTEPBFA,
CTABFA, CTHABA, CMUSMIN
Credits: 1
Every Fall, Spring and Summer
MUS 249L Studio Lessons: Instrumental Jazz
Coaching
Private coaching lessons supplement studio lessons
giving students the opportunity to expand
repertoire, develop performance skills, and work
with a professional collaborative (jazz or classical)
pianist. Topics will be taught using Indirect
Instruction, and Independent Study, and will also
encompass Experiential Learning. Experiences in
this course will help students gain greater
knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in the
music industry.
Prerequisite: Must be in one of the following plans
CARMBFA, CMEDBM, CMUSBS, CMTEPBFA,
CTABFA, CTHABA, CMUSMIN
Credits: 2
Every Fall, Spring and Summer
MUS 250A Studio Lessons: Violin
Private studio lessons are given once a week.
Twelve lessons are scheduled and ten lessons must
be fulfilled for course completion in a given
semester. Topics will be taught using Indirect
Instruction, and Independent Study, and will also
encompass Experiential Learning. Experiences in
this course will help students gain greater
knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in the
music industry.
Prerequisite: Must be in one of the following plans
CARMBFA, CMEDBM, CMUSBS, CMTEPBFA,
CTABFA, CTHABA, CMUSMIN
Credits: 1
Every Fall, Spring and Summer
MUS 250B Studio Lessons: Violin
Private studio lessons are given once a week.
Twelve lessons are scheduled and ten lessons must
be fulfilled for course completion in a given
semester. Topics will be taught using Indirect
Instruction, and Independent Study, and will also
encompass Experiential Learning. Experiences in
this course will help students gain greater
knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in the
music industry.
Prerequisite: Must be in one of the following plans
CARMBFA, CMEDBM, CMUSBS, CMTEPBFA,
CTABFA, CTHABA, CMUSMIN
Credits: 2
Every Fall, Spring and Summer
MUS 251A Studio Lessons: Viola
Private studio lessons are given once a week.
Twelve lessons are scheduled and ten lessons must
be fulfilled for course completion in a given
semester. Topics will be taught using Indirect
Instruction, and Independent Study, and will also
encompass Experiential Learning. Experiences in
this course will help students gain greater
knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in the
music industry.
Prerequisite: Must be in one of the following plans
CARMBFA, CMEDBM, CMUSBS, CMTEPBFA,
CTABFA, CTHABA, CMUSMIN
Credits: 1
Every Fall, Spring and Summer
MUS 251B Studio Lessons: Viola
Private studio lessons are given once a week.
Twelve lessons are scheduled and ten lessons must
be fulfilled for course completion in a given
semester. Topics will be taught using Indirect
Instruction, and Independent Study, and will also
encompass Experiential Learning. Experiences in
this course will help students gain greater
knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in the
music industry.
Prerequisite: Must be in one of the following plans
CARMBFA, CMEDBM, CMUSBS, CMTEPBFA,
CTABFA, CTHABA, CMUSMIN
Credits: 2
Every Fall, Spring and Summer
MUS 252A Studio Lessons: Cello
Private studio lessons are given once a week.
Twelve lessons are scheduled and ten lessons must
be fulfilled for course completion in a given
semester. Topics will be taught using Indirect
Instruction, and Independent Study, and will also
encompass Experiential Learning. Experiences in
this course will help students gain greater
knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in the
music industry.
Prerequisite: Must be in one of the following plans
CARMBFA, CMEDBM, CMUSBS, CMTEPBFA,
CTABFA, CTHABA, CMUSMIN
Credits: 1
Every Fall, Spring and Summer
MUS 252B Studio Lessons: Cello
Private studio lessons are given once a week.
Twelve lessons are scheduled and ten lessons must
be fulfilled for course completion in a given
semester. Topics will be taught using Indirect
Instruction, and Independent Study, and will also
encompass Experiential Learning. Experiences in
this course will help students gain greater
knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in the
music industry.
Prerequisite: Must be in one of the following plans
CARMBFA, CMEDBM, CMUSBS, CMTEPBFA,
CTABFA, CTHABA, CMUSMIN
Credits: 2
Every Fall, Spring and Summer
MUS 253A Studio Lessons: Bass
Private studio lessons are given once a week.
Twelve lessons are scheduled and ten lessons must
be fulfilled for course completion in a given
semester. Topics will be taught using Indirect
Instruction, and Independent Study, and will also
encompass Experiential Learning. Experiences in
this course will help students gain greater
knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in the
music industry.
Prerequisite: Must be in one of the following plans
CARMBFA, CMEDBM, CMUSBS, CMTEPBFA,
CTABFA, CTHABA, CMUSMIN
Credits: 1
Every Fall, Spring and Summer
MUS 253B Studio Lessons: Bass
Private studio lessons are given once a week.
Twelve lessons are scheduled and ten lessons must
be fulfilled for course completion in a given
semester. Topics will be taught using Indirect
Instruction, and Independent Study, and will also
encompass Experiential Learning. Experiences in
this course will help students gain greater
knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in the
music industry.
Prerequisite: Must be in one of the following plans
CARMBFA, CMEDBM, CMUSBS, CMTEPBFA,
CTABFA, CTHABA, CMUSMIN
Credits: 2
Every Fall, Spring and Summer
MUS 253C Studio Lessons: Jazz Bass
Private studio lessons are given once a week.
Twelve lessons are scheduled and ten lessons must
be fulfilled for course completion in a given
semester. Topics will be taught using Indirect
Instruction, and Independent Study, and will also
encompass Experiential Learning. Experiences in
this course will help students gain greater
knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in the
music industry.
Prerequisite: Must be in one of the following plans
CARMBFA, CMEDBM, CMUSBS, CMTEPBFA,
CTABFA, CTHABA, CMUSMIN
Credits: 1
Every Fall, Spring and Summer
MUS 253D Studio Lessons: Jazz Bass
Private studio lessons are given once a week.
Twelve lessons are scheduled and ten lessons must
be fulfilled for course completion in a given
semester. Topics will be taught using Indirect
Instruction, and Independent Study, and will also
encompass Experiential Learning. Experiences in
this course will help students gain greater
knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in the
music industry.
Prerequisite: Must be in one of the following plans
CARMBFA, CMEDBM, CMUSBS, CMTEPBFA,
CTABFA, CTHABA, CMUSMIN
Credits: 2
Every Fall, Spring and Summer
MUS 254A Studio Lessons: Guitar
Private studio lessons are given once a week.
Twelve lessons are scheduled and ten lessons must
be fulfilled for course completion in a given
semester. Topics will be taught using Indirect
Instruction, and Independent Study, and will also
encompass Experiential Learning. Experiences in
this course will help students gain greater
knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in the
music industry.
Prerequisite: Must be in one of the following plans
CARMBFA, CMEDBM, CMUSBS, CMTEPBFA,
CTABFA, CTHABA, CMUSMIN
Credits: 1
Every Fall, Spring and Summer
MUS 254B Studio Lessons: Guitar
Private studio lessons are given once a week.
Twelve lessons are scheduled and ten lessons must
be fulfilled for course completion in a given
semester. Topics will be taught using Indirect
Instruction, and Independent Study, and will also
encompass Experiential Learning. Experiences in
this course will help students gain greater
knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in the
music industry.
Prerequisite: Must be in one of the following plans
CARMBFA, CMEDBM, CMUSBS, CMTEPBFA,
CTABFA, CTHABA, CMUSMIN
Credits: 2
Every Fall, Spring and Summer
MUS 254C Studio Lessons: Jazz Guitar
Private studio lessons are given once a week.
Twelve lessons are scheduled and ten lessons must
be fulfilled for course completion in a given
semester. Topics will be taught using Indirect
Instruction, and Independent Study, and will also
encompass Experiential Learning. Experiences in
this course will help students gain greater
knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in the
music industry.
Prerequisite: Must be in one of the following plans
CARMBFA, CMEDBM, CMUSBS, CMTEPBFA,
CTABFA, CTHABA, CMUSMIN
Credits: 1
Every Fall, Spring and Summer
MUS 254D Studio Lessons: Jazz Guitar
Private studio lessons are given once a week.
Twelve lessons are scheduled and ten lessons must
be fulfilled for course completion in a given
semester. Topics will be taught using Indirect
Instruction, and Independent Study, and will also
encompass Experiential Learning. Experiences in
this course will help students gain greater
knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in the
music industry.
Prerequisite: Must be in one of the following plans
CARMBFA, CMEDBM, CMUSBS, CMTEPBFA,
CTABFA, CTHABA, CMUSMIN
Credits: 2
Every Fall, Spring and Summer
MUS 255 Junior Recital
Requires permission of studio instructor. Topics
will be taught using Indirect Instruction, and
Independent Study, and will also encompass
Experiential Learning. Experiences in this course
will help students gain greater knowledge, skills,
and cultural awareness in the music industry.
Credits: 0
Every Fall, Spring and Summer
MUS 256 Senior Recital
This course serves as the means of assessment for
the senior recital requirement as part of the B.M. in
Music Education degree program. Requires
permission of studio instructor. Topics will be
taught using Indirect Instruction, and Independent
Study, and will also encompass Experiential
Learning. Experiences in this course will help
students gain greater knowledge, skills, and cultural
awareness in the music industry.
Credits: 0
Every Fall, Spring and Summer
MUS 260A Studio Lessons: Flute
Private studio lessons are given once a week.
Twelve lessons are scheduled and ten lessons must
be fulfilled for course completion in a given
semester. Topics will be taught using Indirect
Instruction, and Independent Study, and will also
encompass Experiential Learning. Experiences in
this course will help students gain greater
knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in the
music industry.
Prerequisite: Must be in one of the following plans
CARMBFA, CMEDBM, CMUSBS, CMTEPBFA,
CTABFA, CTHABA, CMUSMIN
Credits: 1
Every Fall, Spring and Summer
MUS 260B Studio Lessons: Flute
Private studio lessons are given once a week.
Twelve lessons are scheduled and ten lessons must
be fulfilled for course completion in a given
semester. Topics will be taught using Indirect
Instruction, and Independent Study, and will also
encompass Experiential Learning. Experiences in
this course will help students gain greater
knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in the
music industry.
Prerequisite: Must be in one of the following plans
CARMBFA, CMEDBM, CMUSBS, CMTEPBFA,
CTABFA, CTHABA, CMUSMIN
Credits: 2
Every Fall, Spring and Summer
MUS 260C Studio Lessons: Jazz Flute
Private studio lessons are given once a week.
Twelve lessons are scheduled and ten lessons must
be fulfilled for course completion in a given
semester. Topics will be taught using Indirect
Instruction, and Independent Study, and will also
encompass Experiential Learning. Experiences in
this course will help students gain greater
knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in the
music industry.
Prerequisite: Must be in one of the following plans
CARMBFA, CMEDBM, CMUSBS, CMTEPBFA,
CTABFA, CTHABA, CMUSMIN
Credits: 1
Every Fall, Spring and Summer
MUS 260D Studio Lessons: Jazz Flute
Private studio lessons are given once a week.
Twelve lessons are scheduled and ten lessons must
be fulfilled for course completion in a given
semester. Topics will be taught using Indirect
Instruction, and Independent Study, and will also
encompass Experiential Learning. Experiences in
this course will help students gain greater
knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in the
music industry.
Prerequisite: Must be in one of the following plans
CARMBFA, CMEDBM, CMUSBS, CMTEPBFA,
CTABFA, CTHABA, CMUSMIN
Credits: 2
Every Fall, Spring and Summer
MUS 261A Studio Lessons: Oboe
Private studio lessons are given once a week.
Twelve lessons are scheduled and ten lessons must
be fulfilled for course completion in a given
semester. Topics will be taught using Indirect
Instruction, and Independent Study, and will also
encompass Experiential Learning. Experiences in
this course will help students gain greater
knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in the
music industry.
Prerequisite: Must be in one of the following plans
CARMBFA, CMEDBM, CMUSBS, CMTEPBFA,
CTABFA, CTHABA, CMUSMIN
Credits: 1
Every Fall, Spring and Summer
MUS 261B Studio Lessons: Oboe
Private studio lessons are given once a week.
Twelve lessons are scheduled and ten lessons must
be fulfilled for course completion in a given
semester. Topics will be taught using Indirect
Instruction, and Independent Study, and will also
encompass Experiential Learning. Experiences in
this course will help students gain greater
knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in the
music industry.
Prerequisite: Must be in one of the following plans
CARMBFA, CMEDBM, CMUSBS, CMTEPBFA,
CTABFA, CTHABA, CMUSMIN
Credits: 2
Every Fall, Spring and Summer
MUS 262A Studio Lessons: Clarinet
Private studio lessons are given once a week.
Twelve lessons are scheduled and ten lessons must
be fulfilled for course completion in a given
semester. Topics will be taught using Indirect
Instruction, and Independent Study, and will also encompass Experiential Learning. Experiences in
this course will help students gain greater
knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in the
music industry.
Prerequisite: Must be in one of the following plans
CARMBFA, CMEDBM, CMUSBS, CMTEPBFA,
CTABFA, CTHABA, CMUSMIN
Credits: 1
Every Fall, Spring and Summer
MUS 262B Studio Lessons: Clarinet
Private studio lessons are given once a week.
Twelve lessons are scheduled and ten lessons must
be fulfilled for course completion in a given
semester. Topics will be taught using Indirect
Instruction, and Independent Study, and will also
encompass Experiential Learning. Experiences in
this course will help students gain greater
knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in the
music industry.
Prerequisite: Must be in one of the following plans
CARMBFA, CMEDBM, CMUSBS, CMTEPBFA,
CTABFA, CTHABA, CMUSMIN
Credits: 2
Every Fall, Spring and Summer
MUS 262C Studio Lessons: Jazz Clarinet
Private studio lessons are given once a week.
Twelve lessons are scheduled and ten lessons must
be fulfilled for course completion in a given
semester. Topics will be taught using Indirect
Instruction, and Independent Study, and will also
encompass Experiential Learning. Experiences in
this course will help students gain greater
knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in the
music industry.
Prerequisite: Must be in one of the following plans
CARMBFA, CMEDBM, CMUSBS, CMTEPBFA,
CTABFA, CTHABA, CMUSMIN
Credits: 1
Every Fall, Spring and Summer
MUS 262D Studio Lessons: Jazz Clarinet
Private studio lessons are given once a week.
Twelve lessons are scheduled and ten lessons must
be fulfilled for course completion in a given
semester. Topics will be taught using Indirect
Instruction, and Independent Study, and will also
encompass Experiential Learning. Experiences in
this course will help students gain greater
knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in the
music industry.
Prerequisite: Must be in one of the following plans
CARMBFA, CMEDBM, CMUSBS, CMTEPBFA,
CTABFA, CTHABA, CMUSMIN
Credits: 2
Every Fall, Spring and Summer
MUS 263A Studio Lessons: Bassoon
Private studio lessons are given once a week.
Twelve lessons are scheduled and ten lessons must
be fulfilled for course completion in a given
semester. Topics will be taught using Indirect
Instruction, and Independent Study, and will also
encompass Experiential Learning. Experiences in
this course will help students gain greater
knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in the
music industry.
Prerequisite: Must be in one of the following plans
CARMBFA, CMEDBM, CMUSBS, CMTEPBFA,
CTABFA, CTHABA, CMUSMIN
Credits: 1
Every Fall, Spring and Summer
MUS 263B Studio Lessons: Bassoon
Private studio lessons are given once a week.
Twelve lessons are scheduled and ten lessons must
be fulfilled for course completion in a given
semester. Topics will be taught using Indirect
Instruction, and Independent Study, and will also
encompass Experiential Learning. Experiences in
this course will help students gain greater
knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in the
music industry.
Prerequisite: Must be in one of the following plans
CARMBFA, CMEDBM, CMUSBS, CMTEPBFA,
CTABFA, CTHABA, CMUSMIN
Credits: 2
Every Fall, Spring and Summer
MUS 264A Studio Lessons: Saxophone
Private studio lessons are given once a week.
Twelve lessons are scheduled and ten lessons must
be fulfilled for course completion in a given
semester. Topics will be taught using Indirect
Instruction, and Independent Study, and will also
encompass Experiential Learning. Experiences in
this course will help students gain greater
knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in the
music industry.
Prerequisite: Must be in one of the following plans
CARMBFA, CMEDBM, CMUSBS, CMTEPBFA,
CTABFA, CTHABA, CMUSMIN
Credits: 1
Every Fall, Spring and Summer
MUS 264B Studio Lessons: Saxophone
Private studio lessons are given once a week.
Twelve lessons are scheduled and ten lessons must
be fulfilled for course completion in a given
semester. Topics will be taught using Indirect
Instruction, and Independent Study, and will also
encompass Experiential Learning. Experiences in
this course will help students gain greater
knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in the
music industry.
Prerequisite: Must be in one of the following plans
CARMBFA, CMEDBM, CMUSBS, CMTEPBFA,
CTABFA, CTHABA, CMUSMIN
Credits: 2
Every Fall, Spring and Summer
MUS 264C Studio Lessons: Jazz Saxophone
Private studio lessons are given once a week.
Twelve lessons are scheduled and ten lessons must
be fulfilled for course completion in a given
semester. Topics will be taught using Indirect
Instruction, and Independent Study, and will also
encompass Experiential Learning. Experiences in
this course will help students gain greater
knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in the
music industry.
Prerequisite: Must be in one of the following plans
CARMBFA, CMEDBM, CMUSBS, CMTEPBFA,
CTABFA, CTHABA, CMUSMIN
Credits: 1
Every Fall, Spring and Summer
MUS 264D Studio Lessons: Jazz Saxophone
Private studio lessons are given once a week.
Twelve lessons are scheduled and ten lessons must
be fulfilled for course completion in a given
semester. Topics will be taught using Indirect
Instruction, and Independent Study, and will also
encompass Experiential Learning. Experiences in
this course will help students gain greater
knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in the
music industry.
Prerequisite: Must be in one of the following plans
CARMBFA, CMEDBM, CMUSBS, CMTEPBFA,
CTABFA, CTHABA, CMUSMIN
Credits: 2
Every Fall, Spring and Summer
MUS 265A Studio Lessons: Recorder
Private studio lessons are given once a week.
Twelve lessons are scheduled and ten lessons must
be fulfilled for course completion in a given
semester. Topics will be taught using Indirect
Instruction, and Independent Study, and will also
encompass Experiential Learning. Experiences in
this course will help students gain greater
knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in the
music industry.
Prerequisite: Must be in one of the following plans
CARMBFA, CMEDBM, CMUSBS, CMTEPBFA,
CTABFA, CTHABA, CMUSMIN
Credits: 1
Every Fall, Spring and Summer
MUS 265B Studio Lessons: Recorder
Private studio lessons are given once a week.
Twelve lessons are scheduled and ten lessons must
be fulfilled for course completion in a given
semester. Topics will be taught using Indirect
Instruction, and Independent Study, and will also
encompass Experiential Learning. Experiences in
this course will help students gain greater
knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in the
music industry.
Prerequisite: Must be in one of the following plans
CARMBFA, CMEDBM, CMUSBS, CMTEPBFA,
CTABFA, CTHABA, CMUSMIN
Credits: 2
Every Fall, Spring and Summer
MUS 270A Studio Lessons: Trumpet
Private studio lessons are given once a week.
Twelve lessons are scheduled and ten lessons must
be fulfilled for course completion in a given
semester. Topics will be taught using Indirect
Instruction, and Independent Study, and will also
encompass Experiential Learning. Experiences in
this course will help students gain greater
knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in the music industry.
Prerequisite: Must be in one of the following plans
CARMBFA, CMEDBM, CMUSBS, CMTEPBFA,
CTABFA, CTHABA, CMUSMIN
Credits: 1
Every Fall, Spring and Summer
MUS 270B Studio Lessons: Trumpet
Private studio lessons are given once a week.
Twelve lessons are scheduled and ten lessons must
be fulfilled for course completion in a given
semester. Topics will be taught using Indirect
Instruction, and Independent Study, and will also
encompass Experiential Learning. Experiences in
this course will help students gain greater
knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in the
music industry.
Prerequisite: Must be in one of the following plans
CARMBFA, CMEDBM, CMUSBS, CMTEPBFA,
CTABFA, CTHABA, CMUSMIN
Credits: 2
Every Fall, Spring and Summer
MUS 270C Studio Lessons: Jazz Trumpet
Private studio lessons are given once a week.
Twelve lessons are scheduled and ten lessons must
be fulfilled for course completion in a given
semester. Topics will be taught using Indirect
Instruction, and Independent Study, and will also
encompass Experiential Learning. Experiences in
this course will help students gain greater
knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in the
music industry.
Prerequisite: Must be in one of the following plans
CARMBFA, CMEDBM, CMUSBS, CMTEPBFA,
CTABFA, CTHABA, CMUSMIN
Credits: 1
Every Fall, Spring and Summer
MUS 270D Studio Lessons: Jazz Trumpet
Private studio lessons are given once a week.
Twelve lessons are scheduled and ten lessons must
be fulfilled for course completion in a given
semester. Topics will be taught using Indirect
Instruction, and Independent Study, and will also
encompass Experiential Learning. Experiences in
this course will help students gain greater
knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in the
music industry.
Prerequisite: Must be in one of the following plans
CARMBFA, CMEDBM, CMUSBS, CMTEPBFA,
CTABFA, CTHABA, CMUSMIN
Credits: 2
Every Fall, Spring and Summer
MUS 271A Studio Lessons: Horn
Private studio lessons are given once a week.
Twelve lessons are scheduled and ten lessons must
be fulfilled for course completion in a given
semester. Topics will be taught using Indirect
Instruction, and Independent Study, and will also
encompass Experiential Learning. Experiences in
this course will help students gain greater
knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in the
music industry.
Prerequisite: Must be in one of the following plans
CARMBFA, CMEDBM, CMUSBS, CMTEPBFA,
CTABFA, CTHABA, CMUSMIN
Credits: 1
Every Fall, Spring and Summer
MUS 271B Studio Lessons: Horn
Private studio lessons are given once a week.
Twelve lessons are scheduled and ten lessons must
be fulfilled for course completion in a given
semester. Topics will be taught using Indirect
Instruction, and Independent Study, and will also
encompass Experiential Learning. Experiences in
this course will help students gain greater
knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in the
music industry.
Prerequisite: Must be in one of the following plans
CARMBFA, CMEDBM, CMUSBS, CMTEPBFA,
CTABFA, CTHABA, CMUSMIN
Credits: 2
Every Fall, Spring and Summer
MUS 272A Studio Lessons: Trombone
Private studio lessons are given once a week.
Twelve lessons are scheduled and ten lessons must
be fulfilled for course completion in a given
semester. Topics will be taught using Indirect
Instruction, and Independent Study, and will also
encompass Experiential Learning. Experiences in
this course will help students gain greater
knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in the
music industry.
Prerequisite: Must be in one of the following plans
CARMBFA, CMEDBM, CMUSBS, CMTEPBFA,
CTABFA, CTHABA, CMUSMIN
Credits: 1
Every Fall, Spring and Summer
MUS 272B Studio Lessons: Trombone
Private studio lessons are given once a week.
Twelve lessons are scheduled and ten lessons must
be fulfilled for course completion in a given
semester. Topics will be taught using Indirect
Instruction, and Independent Study, and will also
encompass Experiential Learning. Experiences in
this course will help students gain greater
knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in the
music industry.
Prerequisite: Must be in one of the following plans
CARMBFA, CMEDBM, CMUSBS, CMTEPBFA,
CTABFA, CTHABA, CMUSMIN
Credits: 2
Every Fall, Spring and Summer
MUS 272C Studio Lessons: Jazz Trombone
Private studio lessons are given once a week.
Twelve lessons are scheduled and ten lessons must
be fulfilled for course completion in a given
semester. Topics will be taught using Indirect
Instruction, and Independent Study, and will also
encompass Experiential Learning. Experiences in
this course will help students gain greater
knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in the
music industry.
Prerequisite: Must be in one of the following plans
CARMBFA, CMEDBM, CMUSBS, CMTEPBFA,
CTABFA, CTHABA, CMUSMIN
Credits: 1
Every Fall, Spring and Summer
MUS 272D Studio Lessons: Jazz Trombone
Private studio lessons are given once a week.
Twelve lessons are scheduled and ten lessons must
be fulfilled for course completion in a given
semester. Topics will be taught using Indirect
Instruction, and Independent Study, and will also
encompass Experiential Learning. Experiences in
this course will help students gain greater
knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in the
music industry.
Prerequisite: Must be in one of the following plans
CARMBFA, CMEDBM, CMUSBS, CMTEPBFA,
CTABFA, CTHABA, CMUSMIN
Credits: 2
Every Fall, Spring and Summer
MUS 273A Studio Lessons: Euphonium
Private studio lessons are given once a week.
Twelve lessons are scheduled and ten lessons must
be fulfilled for course completion in a given
semester. Topics will be taught using Indirect
Instruction, and Independent Study, and will also
encompass Experiential Learning. Experiences in
this course will help students gain greater
knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in the
music industry.
Prerequisite: Must be in one of the following plans
CARMBFA, CMEDBM, CMUSBS, CMTEPBFA,
CTABFA, CTHABA, CMUSMIN
Credits: 1
Every Fall, Spring and Summer
MUS 273B Studio Lessons: Euphonium
Private studio lessons are given once a week.
Twelve lessons are scheduled and ten lessons must
be fulfilled for course completion in a given
semester. Topics will be taught using Indirect
Instruction, and Independent Study, and will also
encompass Experiential Learning. Experiences in
this course will help students gain greater
knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in the
music industry.
Prerequisite: Must be in one of the following plans
CARMBFA, CMEDBM, CMUSBS, CMTEPBFA,
CTABFA, CTHABA, CMUSMIN
Credits: 2
Every Fall, Spring and Summer
MUS 274A Studio Lessons: Tuba
Private studio lessons are given once a week.
Twelve lessons are scheduled and ten lessons must
be fulfilled for course completion in a given
semester. Topics will be taught using Indirect
Instruction, and Independent Study, and will also
encompass Experiential Learning. Experiences in
this course will help students gain greater
knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in the
music industry.
Prerequisite: Must be in one of the following plans
CARMBFA, CMEDBM, CMUSBS, CMTEPBFA, CTABFA, CTHABA, CMUSMIN
Credits: 1
Every Fall, Spring and Summer
MUS 274B Studio Lessons: Tuba
Private studio lessons are given once a week.
Twelve lessons are scheduled and ten lessons must
be fulfilled for course completion in a given
semester. Topics will be taught using Indirect
Instruction, and Independent Study, and will also
encompass Experiential Learning. Experiences in
this course will help students gain greater
knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in the
music industry.
Prerequisite: Must be in one of the following plans
CARMBFA, CMEDBM, CMUSBS, CMTEPBFA,
CTABFA, CTHABA, CMUSMIN
Credits: 2
Every Fall, Spring and Summer
MUS 278 Music Industry Internship 1
This course is a one-semester internship with a not-
for-profit Music Industry organization in the great
New York City area. The organization may be a
music presenter, record label, agency, new media
specialist or otherwise involved in the Music
industry. A weekly minimum of 10 site-based hours
is required as well as a campus-based, one-hour,
weekly seminar with the cohort and university
internship advisor. A final creative project is
required. Topics will be taught using Interactive
Instruction, and Independent Study, and will also
encompass Experiential Learning. Experiences in
this course will help students gain greater
knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in the
music industry.
Credits: 3
Every Fall
MUS 279 Music Industry Internship 2
This course is a one-semester internship with a
profit-driven Music Industry organization in the
great New York City area. The organization may be
a music presenter, record label, agency, new media
specialist or otherwise involved in the Music
industry. A weekly minimum of 10 site-based hours
is required as well as a campus-based, one-hour,
weekly seminar with the cohort and university
internship advisor. A final creative project is
required. Topics will be taught using Interactive
Instruction, and Independent Study, and will also
encompass Experiential Learning. Experiences in
this course will help students gain greater
knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in the
music industry.
A pre requisite of MUS 278 is required
Credits: 3
Every Spring
MUS 280A Studio Lessons: Percussion
Private studio lessons are given once a week.
Twelve lessons are scheduled and ten lessons must
be fulfilled for course completion in a given
semester. Topics will be taught using Indirect
Instruction, and Independent Study, and will also
encompass Experiential Learning. Experiences in
this course will help students gain greater
knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in the
music industry.
Prerequisite: Must be in one of the following plans
CARMBFA, CMEDBM, CMUSBS, CMTEPBFA,
CTABFA, CTHABA, CMUSMIN
Credits: 1
Every Fall, Spring and Summer
MUS 280B Studio Lessons: Percussion
Private studio lessons are given once a week.
Twelve lessons are scheduled and ten lessons must
be fulfilled for course completion in a given
semester. Topics will be taught using Indirect
Instruction, and Independent Study, and will also
encompass Experiential Learning. Experiences in
this course will help students gain greater
knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in the
music industry.
Prerequisite: Must be in one of the following plans
CARMBFA, CMEDBM, CMUSBS, CMTEPBFA,
CTABFA, CTHABA, CMUSMIN
Credits: 2
Every Fall, Spring and Summer
MUS 280C Studio Lessons: Jazz Percussion
Private studio lessons are given once a week.
Twelve lessons are scheduled and ten lessons must
be fulfilled for course completion in a given
semester. Topics will be taught using Indirect
Instruction, and Independent Study, and will also
encompass Experiential Learning. Experiences in
this course will help students gain greater
knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in the
music industry.
Prerequisite: Must be in one of the following plans
CARMBFA, CMEDBM, CMUSBS, CMTEPBFA,
CTABFA, CTHABA, CMUSMIN
Credits: 1
Every Fall, Spring and Summer
MUS 280D Studio Lessons: Jazz Percussion
Private studio lessons are given once a week.
Twelve lessons are scheduled and ten lessons must
be fulfilled for course completion in a given
semester. Topics will be taught using Indirect
Instruction, and Independent Study, and will also
encompass Experiential Learning. Experiences in
this course will help students gain greater
knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in the
music industry.
Prerequisite: Must be in one of the following plans
CARMBFA, CMEDBM, CMUSBS, CMTEPBFA,
CTABFA, CTHABA, CMUSMIN
Credits: 2
Every Fall, Spring and Summer
MUS 283A Studio Lessons: Piano
Private studio lessons are given once a week.
Twelve lessons are scheduled and ten lessons must
be fulfilled for course completion in a given
semester. Topics will be taught using Indirect
Instruction, and Independent Study, and will also
encompass Experiential Learning. Experiences in
this course will help students gain greater
knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in the
music industry.
Prerequisite: Must be in one of the following plans
CARMBFA, CMEDBM, CMUSBS, CMTEPBFA,
CTABFA, CTHABA, CMUSMIN
Credits: 1
Every Fall, Spring and Summer
MUS 283B Studio Lessons: Piano
Private studio lessons are given once a week.
Twelve lessons are scheduled and ten lessons must
be fulfilled for course completion in a given
semester. Topics will be taught using Indirect
Instruction, and Independent Study, and will also
encompass Experiential Learning. Experiences in
this course will help students gain greater
knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in the
music industry.
Prerequisite: Must be in one of the following plans
CARMBFA, CMEDBM, CMUSBS, CMTEPBFA,
CTABFA, CTHABA, CMUSMIN
Credits: 2
Every Fall, Spring and Summer
MUS 283C Studio Lessons: Jazz Piano
Private studio lessons are given once a week.
Twelve lessons are scheduled and ten lessons must
be fulfilled for course completion in a given
semester. Topics will be taught using Indirect
Instruction, and Independent Study, and will also
encompass Experiential Learning. Experiences in
this course will help students gain greater
knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in the
music industry.
Prerequisite: Must be in one of the following plans
CARMBFA, CMEDBM, CMUSBS, CMTEPBFA,
CTABFA, CTHABA, CMUSMIN
Credits: 1
Every Fall, Spring and Summer
MUS 283D Studio Lessons: Jazz Piano
Private studio lessons are given once a week.
Twelve lessons are scheduled and ten lessons must
be fulfilled for course completion in a given
semester. Topics will be taught using Indirect
Instruction, and Independent Study, and will also
encompass Experiential Learning. Experiences in
this course will help students gain greater
knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in the
music industry.
Prerequisite: Must be in one of the following plans
CARMBFA, CMEDBM, CMUSBS, CMTEPBFA,
CTABFA, CTHABA, CMUSMIN
Credits: 2
Every Fall, Spring and Summer
MUS 284A Studio Lessons: Organ
Private studio lessons are given once a week.
Twelve lessons are scheduled and ten lessons must
be fulfilled for course completion in a given
semester. Topics will be taught using Indirect
Instruction, and Independent Study, and will also
encompass Experiential Learning. Experiences in
this course will help students gain greater knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in the
music industry.
Prerequisite: Must be in one of the following plans
CARMBFA, CMEDBM, CMUSBS, CMTEPBFA,
CTABFA, CTHABA, CMUSMIN
Credits: 1
Every Fall, Spring and Summer
MUS 284B Studio Lessons: Organ
Private studio lessons are given once a week.
Twelve lessons are scheduled and ten lessons must
be fulfilled for course completion in a given
semester. Topics will be taught using Indirect
Instruction, and Independent Study, and will also
encompass Experiential Learning. Experiences in
this course will help students gain greater
knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in the
music industry.
Prerequisite: Must be in one of the following plans
CARMBFA, CMEDBM, CMUSBS, CMTEPBFA,
CTABFA, CTHABA, CMUSMIN
Credits: 2
Every Fall, Spring and Summer
MUS 285A Studio Lessons: Synthesizer
Private studio lessons are given once a week.
Twelve lessons are scheduled and ten lessons must
be fulfilled for course completion in a given
semester. Topics will be taught using Indirect
Instruction, and Independent Study, and will also
encompass Experiential Learning. Experiences in
this course will help students gain greater
knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in the
music industry.
Prerequisite: Must be in one of the following plans
CARMBFA, CMEDBM, CMUSBS, CMTEPBFA,
CTABFA, CTHABA, CMUSMIN
Credits: 1
Every Fall, Spring and Summer
MUS 285B Studio Lessons: Synthesizer
Private studio lessons are given once a week.
Twelve lessons are scheduled and ten lessons must
be fulfilled for course completion in a given
semester. Topics will be taught using Indirect
Instruction, and Independent Study, and will also
encompass Experiential Learning. Experiences in
this course will help students gain greater
knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in the
music industry.
Prerequisite: Must be in one of the following plans
CARMBFA, CMEDBM, CMUSBS, CMTEPBFA,
CTABFA, CTHABA, CMUSMIN
Credits: 2
Every Fall, Spring and Summer
MUS 288A Studio Lessons: Voice
Private studio lessons are given once a week.
Twelve lessons are scheduled and ten lessons must
be fulfilled for course completion in a given
semester. Topics will be taught using Indirect
Instruction, and Independent Study, and will also
encompass Experiential Learning. Experiences in
this course will help students gain greater
knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in the
music industry.
Prerequisite: Must be in one of the following plans
CARMBFA, CMEDBM, CMUSBS, CMTEPBFA,
CTABFA, CTHABA, CMUSMIN
Credits: 1
Every Fall, Spring and Summer
MUS 288B Studio Lessons: Voice
Private studio lessons are given once a week.
Twelve lessons are scheduled and ten lessons must
be fulfilled for course completion in a given
semester. Topics will be taught using Indirect
Instruction, and Independent Study, and will also
encompass Experiential Learning. Experiences in
this course will help students gain greater
knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in the
music industry.
Prerequisite: Must be in one of the following plans
CARMBFA, CMEDBM, CMUSBS, CMTEPBFA,
CTABFA, CTHABA, CMUSMIN
Credits: 2
Every Fall, Spring and Summer
MUS 289A Studio Lessons: Composition
Private studio lessons are given once a week.
Twelve lessons are scheduled and ten lessons must
be fulfilled for course completion in a given
semester. Topics will be taught using Indirect
Instruction, and Independent Study, and will also
encompass Experiential Learning. Experiences in
this course will help students gain greater
knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in the
music industry.
Prerequisite: Must be in one of the following plans
CARMBFA, CMEDBM, CMUSBS, CMTEPBFA,
CTABFA, CTHABA, CMUSMIN
Credits: 1
Every Fall, Spring and Summer
MUS 289B Studio Lessons: Composition
Private studio lessons are given once a week.
Twelve lessons are scheduled and ten lessons must
be fulfilled for course completion in a given
semester. Topics will be taught using Indirect
Instruction, and Independent Study, and will also
encompass Experiential Learning. Experiences in
this course will help students gain greater
knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in the
music industry.
Prerequisite: Must be in one of the following plans
CARMBFA, CMEDBM, CMUSBS, CMTEPBFA,
CTABFA, CTHABA, CMUSMIN
Credits: 2
Every Fall, Spring and Summer
MUS 290A Seminar in Music Literature
A seminar devoted to working on advanced
individual projects in the area of Music History or
Literature to be decided by the student and teacher.
The nature of the project involved varies and
depends upon the interest and area of
concentration of the student. Topics will be taught
using Direct and Indirect Instruction. Topics in this
course will help students gain greater awareness of
cultural and global trends.
Credits: 1 to 3
Every Fall and Spring
MUS 290B Seminar in Music Theory
A seminar devoted to working on advanced
individual projects in the area of Music Theory to
be decided by the student and teacher. The nature
of the project involved varies and depends upon the
interest and area of concentration of the student.
Topics will be taught using Direct and Indirect
Instruction. Topics in this course will help students
gain greater awareness of cultural and global trends.
Credits: 1 to 3
Every Fall and Spring
MUS 298 Senior Thesis
The Senior Thesis documents the senior Capstone
Project. A one-hour, weekly, campus-based meeting
with the university thesis advisor guides the
documentation process. A SO-page, written thesis is
required. Student collaboration within the cohort is
encouraged, but not required. Topics will be taught
using Indirect Instruction, and Independent Study,
and will also encompass Experiential Learning.
Experiences in this course will help students gain
greater knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in
the music industry.
This course is to be taken in the Spring semester of
the Senior year of the MTEP program.
Credits: 3
Every Spring
MUS 299 Capstone
The Capstone Project comprises the development,
execution, and analysis of a major project spanning
the senior year. A university project advisor guides,
oversees, and evaluates the project. The scope and
sequence of the Capstone Project is broad ranging
from the creation/promotion/documentation of a
major artistic work (an album/video/performance)
to a music business project involving the creation of
a business entity designed to produce and bring to
market an artistic work. A one-hour, weekly,
campus-based seminar with the university project
advisor and cohort is required. Student
collaboration within the cohort is encouraged, but
not required. Topics will be taught using Indirect
Instruction, and Independent Study, and will also
encompass Experiential Learning. Experiences in
this course will help students gain greater
knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness in the
music industry.
Credits: 3
Every Fall
MUS 301 Chamber Music Ensembles
Instrumentalists and select vocalists are assigned to
chamber music ensembles based on their level of
ability and experience. Students study and perform
standard chamber music from the Baroque Period
to the 20th century in ensemble combinations of
trios, quartets, quintets and octets. Each chamber
music ensemble meets weekly for a one hour
coaching session with a music faculty member.
Topics will be taught using Interactive Instruction, and Independent Study, and will also encompass
Experiential Learning. Experiences in this course
will help students gain greater knowledge, skills,
and cultural awareness in the music industry.
Credits: 0 to 1
Every Fall and Spring
MUS 305 Jazz Combo
Audition may be required. Course provides the
experience of singing and playing a wide range of
jazz styles in a small group setting. The primary
goals are the development of improvisational skills
and learning of repertoire. Instrumentation is
variable, typically includes bass, drums, piano
and/or guitar, horns, and vocals. Topics will be
taught using Interactive Instruction, and
Independent Study, and will also encompass
Experiential Learning. Experiences in this course
will help students gain greater knowledge, skills,
and cultural awareness in the music industry.
Credits: 0 to 1
Every Fall and Spring
MUS 311 Guitar Pedagogy
This course is for Music Education majors. Guitar
Pedagogy explores the materials relevant for the
teaching of guitar in the classroom, individual
instruction and guitar ensemble. Topics will be
taught using Direct, Indirect, and Interactive
Instruction, and will also encompass Experiential
Learning. Topics in this course will help students
gain greater awareness of cultural and global trends.
Credits: 2
On Occasion
MUS 343 Opera History
This course is the study of operatic masterpieces
from the 17th to the 20th centuries.
Credits: 3
On Occasion
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