Music Technology

B.F.A. in Music Technology, Entrepreneurship & Production


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

  • You will work with some of the most talented and successful musicians and teachers in the New York metro area. Our faculty members are active musicians and teachers, and they represent some of the most cutting-edge and high profile people in the profession.
  • Our proximity to New York City and connection to Tilles Center for the Performing Arts at LIU Post will give you direct access to a wide variety of outstanding professional music-making in the form of concerts, workshops, master classes and collaborative projects. Recent musical artists who have worked with our students include: the New York Philharmonic Orchestra, Chanticleer Choral Ensemble, Shanghai String Quartet, Bobby McFerrin, United States "President's Own" Marine Band, New York Voices, United States Air Force Band, guitarist David Leisner, flutist Sir James Galway, jazz artist Paquito D'Rivera, and cellist Yo-Yo Ma.
  • You will have an opportunity to make music as a soloist, chamber musician and large ensemble member both on campus, and as part of our domestic and international touring program.

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.


Program Curriculum

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
Required Music Making Fundamentals Courses (12 credits)
Twelve (12) credits are required from the following MUS ensembles or studio lessons

Ensembles offered every Fall and Spring for 1 credit..

  • Chorus (5), Chamber Singers (5A), Vocal Jazz Ensemble (5C)
  • Wind Symphony (6), Jazz Ensemble (6A), Merriweather Consort (6B), Percussion Ensemble (6C), Guitar Ensemble (6D), Brass Ensemble (6E), Jazz Combo (105)
  • Orchestra (7), Flute Ensemble (7A), Contemporary Ensemble (7B), Wind Ensemble (7C), String Ensemble (7D)

Lessons offered every semester for 1 or 2 credits.

  • Vocal Coaching (49A/B), Instrumental Coaching (49C/D), Vocal Jazz Coaching (49I/J), Instrumental Jazz Coaching (49K/L)
  • Violin (50A/B), Viola (51A/B), Cello (52A/B), Bass (53A/B), Jazz Bass (53C/D)
  • Guitar (54A/B), Jazz Guitar (54C/D)
  • Flute (60A/B), Jazz Flute (60C/D), Oboe (61A/B), Clarinet (62A/B), Jazz Clarinet (62C/D), Bassoon (63A/B), Saxophone (64A/B), Jazz Saxophone (64C/D)
  • Trumpet (70A/B), Jazz Trumpet (70C/D), Horn (71A/B), Trombone (72A/B), Jazz Trombone (72C/D), Euphonium (73A/B), Tuba (74A/B)
  • Percussion (80A/B), Jazz Percussion (80C/D)
  • Piano (83A/B), Jazz Piano (83C/D)
  • Voice (88A/B), Jazz Voice 88C/D)
  • Vocal Coaching (49A/B), Instrumental Coaching (49C/D), Advanced Conducting (49E/F), Vocal Jazz Coaching (49I/J), Instrumental Jazz Coaching (49K/L)
  • Conducting I (20)
  • Performance Workshop (39)
  • Jazz Improvisation I (98A)
Taken for six (6) semesters
MUS 202 Music Convocation 0
Required Culminating Experience (6 credits)
MUS 299 Capstone 3
MUS 298 Senior Thesis 3

Institutional Learning Outcome (ILO)

Courses

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Courses

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