MUSIC   (MUS)




MUS 5006. Philosophy of Music/(3).S.
An investigation of the major philosophies of
music in both historical and contemporary
perspective. Particular emphasis is placed on
aesthetic theory. The relationship between
aesthetics of music educational methodology will
be examined. Lecture three hours.




MUS 5007. Music Bibliography/(2).F.
An introduction to bibliographical research in
music, with emphasis on the application of
theoretical concepts to practical problems of
historical scholarship. Both traditional research
processes and newer technologies for accessing
scholarly communication are covered. Lecture two
hours.




MUS 5008. Music Research/(2).S.
The organization and reporting of research in
music, including classroom/performance field-based
data collection and analysis, is studied. Lecture
format. Prerequisite: MUS 5007.




MUS 5013. History of Musical Style/(3).S.
A study of the tendencies of musical style within
the major periods of western music history, with
emphasis placed on the development of important
genres. Consideration is given to geographic
location and the social, political, and general
cultural history of the time. The styles of
representative composers are studied and
comparisons are drawn between the arts and across
stylistic periods. Lecture three hours.




MUS 5018. Applied Area Literature/(3).On Demand.
A comprehensive, historical survey of music for
the major instrument, with a detailed study of at
least one selected solo work representative of the
style of each music period. Attention will also be
directed to representative ensemble literature and
the compilation of a discography and bibliography.




MUS 5020. Choral/Vocal Techniques/(4).SS.(Alternate
Years).
Designed for those who are preparing to become
quality teachers of choral/vocal music in grades
K-12. Emphasis on the technique of vocal
production and its role in the development of
choral ensemble performance practices. Examination
of the philosophy and pedagogical concepts and
techniques leading to an exemplary choral/vocal
program.




MUS 5021. Instrumental Techniques/(4).SS.(Alternate
Years).
Designed for those who are preparing to become
quality teachers of instrumental music in grades
K-12. Emphasis on the philosophy, pedagogical
concepts, and techniques leading to the
development of an exemplary instrumental music
program. 




MUS 5022. Applied Area Pedagogy/(3).On Demand.
Pedagogical techniques related to the fundamental
principles in the major performance area. Emphasis
will be placed on historical development, an
examination and evaluation of basic concepts, a
consideration of style and technique, and research
into the various pedagogical approaches to
functional efficiency.




MUS 5023. Choral Masterworks/(3).SS.(Alternate Years).
A study of representative choral masterworks from
the Renaissance to the present. This course is
intended for the advanced choral student who has a
background in choral conducting. Lecture three hours.
Prerequisites: MUS 3020, 3022 and 4031 or equivalent.




MUS 5024. Concert Band Literature/(3).SS.(Alternate
Years).
A comprehensive study of the literature for winds
and percussion. Analysis, score study, and aural
recognition of representative compositions.
Lecture three hours.




MUS 5030. Advanced Conducting/(3).SS.(Alternate
Years).
The critical examination of choral and
instrumental scores with emphasis on score
analysis, interpretative decision making, and
advanced conducting technique. Lecture three
hours.




MUS 5035. Clinical Experience in Music/(1).SS.
An intensive clinical experience in music.
Students will join respected professionals in
instrumental or choral/vocal conducting in
seminar, rehearsal and performance experiences.
Graded on an S/U basis.




MUS 5040. Current Trends and Critical Issues in Music
Education/(3).SS.(Alternate Years).
An examination of current trends, pedagogical
practices, and critical issues in music education.




MUS 5041. The Comprehensive Music Curriculum/(3).SS.
(Alternate Years).
An examination of the philosophy, components, and
methodologies of the comprehensive music
curriculum.




MUS 5100. Performance Ensemble/(1).F;S.
Students will assume leadership roles as set forth
by the ensemble director, including activities
such as directing sectional rehearsals, preparing
program notes and assisting with individual
instruction.




MUS 5500. Independent Study in Music/(1-4).F;S.




MUS 5525. Product of Learning/(1-3).F;S.On
Demand.
Graded on an S/U basis only.




MUS 5530-5549. Selected Topics/(1-4).On Demand.
Variable content which may be repeated for credit.
Topics will include special areas of music theory,
music literature and music education.




MUS 5600. Analytical Techniques/(3).S.
The development of techniques for analysis of
music from the Baroque through the Romantic period
through counterpoint, melodic structure, harmony,
and form. Lecture three hours. Permission of
instructor. (Dual-listed with MUS 4600.)




MUS 5601. The Theory of Tonal Music/(3).F.(Alternate 
Years).
An examination of the theoretical concepts and
principles that pertain to the structure of tonal
music. The significance of written, aural, and
analytical skills development within the music
curriculum will be addressed. (Dual-listed with
MUS 4601.)




MUS 5989. Graduate Research/(1-9).F;S.
This course is designed to provide access to
University facilities for continuing graduate
research at the master's and specialist's levels. 
It is graded on an S/U basis and does not count
toward a degree.




MUS 5997. Practicum Experience/(2).On Demand.
A field-oriented course involving supervised
implementation of the pedagogical techniques
developed during the course of study. Graded on
an S/U basis only.




MUS 5998. Master of Music in Performance
Recital/(2).F;S.
Graded on an S/U basis.




MUS 5999. Thesis/(2-4).F;S.
Graded on an S/U basis.




AMU 6301-6399. Applied Music (Secondary)/(1-1).F;S.
One 30-minute individual lesson and six practice
hours per week. Additional fee.




AMU 6401-6499. Applied Music
(Major-principal)/(2-4).F;S.
Two 30-minute individual lessons or equivalent in
individual and/or class lessons and six practice
hours per week for each semester hour credit.
Additional fee.