INDIVIDUAL PERFORMANCE INSTRUCTION (PRIVATE LESSONS)
Individual performance instruction is available in keyboard instruments, voice, woodwinds, brass, percussion, and fretted instruments. Emphasis is placed upon developing technique, repertoire, and performance skills commensurate with the student's educational goals. Lessons are taught on a weekly basis--thirty minutes for each credit hour. Music majors should register for one hour of instruction, i.e. two credit hours. Students are required to practice a minimum of five hours per week for each credit hour. Upon completion students should be able to effectively perform assigned repertoire and technical studies in an appropriate performance evaluation setting.
- MUP 101-102, 201-202 Private Piano I, II, III, IV (1 credit each)
- MUP 103-104, 203-204 Private Organ I, II, III, IV (1 credit each)
- MUP 111-112, 211-212 Private Voice I, II, III, IV (1 credit each)
- MUP 133-134, 233-234 Private Guitar I, II, III, IV (1 credit each)
- MUP 141-142, 241-242 Private Flute I, II, III, IV (1 credit each)
- MUP 143-144, 243-244 Private Clarinet I, II, III, IV (1 credit each)
- MUP 145-146, 245-246 Private Saxophone I, II, III, IV (1 credit each)
- MUP 151-152, 251-252 Private Oboe I, II, III, IV (1 credit each)
- MUP 153-154, 253-254 Private Bassoon I, II, III, IV (1 credit each)
- MUP 161-162, 261-262 Private Trumpet I, II, III, IV (1 credit each)
- MUP 163-164, 263-264 Private French Horn I, II, III, IV (1 credit each)
- MUP 165-166, 265-266 Private Mellophone I, II, III, IV (1 credit each)
- MUP 171-172, 271-272 Private Trombone I, II, III, IV (1 credit each)
- MUP 173-174, 273-274 Private Euphonium I, II, III, IV (1 credit each)
- MUP 175-176, 275-276 Private Tuba I, II, III, IV (1 credit each)
- MUP 181-182, 281-282 Private Percussion I, II, III, IV (1 credit each)
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ART
ART 100. ART APPRECIATION (3 credits)
This course is designed to help the student find personal meaning in works of art and develop a better understanding of the nature and validity of art. Emphasis is on the diversity of form and content in original works of art.
ART 113-114. DRAWING I-II (3 credits)
These courses provide the opportunity to develop perceptional and technical skills in a variety of media. Emphasis is placed upon communication through experimenting with composition, subject matter, and technique. In Drawing II, emphasis is placed on communication through experimentation, composition, technique, and personal expression.
ART 121. TWO-DIMENSIONAL COMPOSITION I (3 credits)
This course introduces the basic concepts of two-dimensional design. Topics include the elements and principles of design with emphasis on the arrangements and relationships among them.
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ART 122. TWO-DIMENSIONAL COMPOSITION II (3 credits)
PREREQUISITE: ART 121.
This course covers the theories and practice of composing two-dimensional images. Emphasis is placed on the relation between the basic elements and principles of design and their impact on the visual message.
ART 127. THREE-DIMENSIONAL COMPOSITION I (3 credits)
PREREQUISITE: ART 113 or 121.
This course introduces art materials and principles of design that acquaint the beginner with the fundamentals of three-dimensional art. Emphasis is placed on the use of art fundamentals and the creative exploration of materials in constructing three-dimensional art works.
ART 173. PHOTOGRAPHY I (3 credits)
This course is an introduction to the art of photography. Emphasis is placed on the technical and aesthetic aspects of photography with detailed instruction in darkroom techniques.
ART 174. PHOTOGRAPHY II (3 credits)
PREREQUISITE: ART 173
This course advances the student's technical and aesthetic knowledge of photography beyond the introductory level. Emphasis is placed on photographic composition and darkroom techniques as a means of communication.
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ART 203-204. ART HISTORY I-II (3 credits)
These courses cover the chronological development of different forms of art, such as sculpture, painting, and architecture. In Art History I, emphasis is placed on history from the ancient period through the Renaissance. In Art History II, emphasis is placed on history from the Baroque to the present.
ART 220. INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER GRAPHICS (3 credits)
This course is designed to acquaint the student with the technology, vocabulary, and procedures used to produce artworks with computers. Emphasis is placed on the fundamentals of art, creativity, and the understanding of various graphic software.
ART 221-222. COMPUTER GRAPHICS I-II (3 credits)
These courses are designed to enhance the student's ability to produce computer generated graphics. Emphasis is on the application of original design to practical problems using a variety of hardware and software.
ART 233-234. PAINTING I-II (3 credits)
These courses are designed to introduce the student to fundamental painting processes and materials. Topics include art fundamentals, color theory, and composition. Painting II is designed to develop the student's knowledge of materials and procedures of painting beyond the introductory level. Emphasis is placed on creative and technical problems associated with communicating through composition and style.
ART 291-292. SUPERVISED STUDY IN STUDIO (1-4 credits)
These courses are designed to enable the student to continue studio experiences in greater depth. Topics are chosen by the student with the approval of the instructor.
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MUSIC
MUS 101. MUSIC APPRECIATION (3 credits)
This course is designed for non-music majors and requires no previous musical experience. It is a survey course that incorporates several modes of instruction including lecture, guided listening, and similar experiences involving music. The course will cover a minimum of three stylistic periods, provide multi-cultural perspective, and include both vocal and instrumental genres.
MUS 111. MUSIC THEORY I (3 credits)
PREREQUISITE: Placement score or permission of instructor. COREQUISITE: MUS 113.
This course introduces the student to the diatonic practice in the Common Practice Period. Topics include fundamental musical materials (rhythm, pitch, scales, intervals, diatonic harmonies) and an introduction to the principles of voice leading and harmonic progression.
MUS 112. MUSIC THEORY II (3 credits)
PREREQUISITE: MUS 111. COREQUISITE: MUS 114.
This course completes the study of diatonic practices in the Common Practice Period and introduces simple musical forms. Topics include principles of voice leading used in three- and four-part triadic harmony and diatonic seventh chords, non-chord tones, cadences, phrases, and periods.
MUS 113. MUSIC THEORY LAB I (1 credit)
COREQUISITE: MUS 111.
This course provides practical application of basic musical materials through sight singing; melodic, harmonic, and rhythmic dictation; and keyboard harmony.
MUS 114. MUSIC THEORY LAB II (1 credit)
PREREQUISITE: MUS 113. COREQUISITE: MUS 112.
This course continues the practical application of basic musical materials through sight singing; melodic, harmonic, and rhythmic dictation; and keyboard harmony.
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MUS 116. COMPUTER APPLICATIONS IN MUSIC (3 credits)
This course introduces the history and use of computer applications in music. Topics include an introduction to computer skills, MIDI, and the application of notation and sequencing software programs (i.e. Finale, Performer, etc.).
MUS 211. MUSIC THEORY III (3 credits)
PREREQUISITE: MUS 114. COREQUISITE: MUS 213.
This course introduces the student to the chromatic harmonic practices of the Common Practice Period. Topics include secondary functions, modulatory techniques, and binary and ternary forms.
MUS 212. MUSIC THEORY IV (3 credits)
PREREQUISITE: MUS 211. COREQUISITE: MUS 214.
This course completes the study of chromatic harmonic practices of the Common Practice Period and introduces the student to twentieth-century practices. Topics include Neopolitan and augmented sixth chords, sonata form, late nineteenth-century tonal harmony, and twentieth-century practices and forms.
MUS 213. MUSIC THEORY LAB III (1 credit)
PREREQUISITE: MUS 114. COREQUISITE: MUS 211.
This course provides practical application of chromatic musical materials through sight singing; melodic, harmonic, and rhythmic dictation; and keyboard harmony.
MUS 214. MUSIC THEORY LAB IV (1 credit)
PREREQUISITE: MUS 213. COREQUISITE: MUS 212.
This course continues the practical application of chromatic musical materials and simple twentieth-century practices through sight singing; melodic, harmonic, and rhythmic dictation; and keyboard harmony.
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MUSIC ENSEMBLES
MUL 170-171;270-2711. REHEARSAL AND PERFORMANCE I, II, III, IV (1 credit each)
This is a seminar clinic in advanced performance techniques. Emphasis is placed on intensive rehearsal techniques required for advanced or specialized performance groups.
MUL 180-181; 280-281. SINGERS I, II, III, IV (1 credit each)
The Singers is a concert choir open to all students. The Singers presents several seasonal concerts.
MUL 182-183; 282-283. VOCAL ENSEMBLE I, II, III, IV (1 credit each)
The Vocal Ensemble is a small mixed choir open to all students by audition. The ensemble presents or appears in several seasonal concerts.
MUL 184-185; 284-285. ENTERTAINERS I, II, III, IV (2 credits each)
The Entertainers is a show choir open to all students by audition. The Entertainers presents numerous concerts of choreographed popular music.
MUL 190-191; 290-291. CONCERT BAND I, II, III, IV (1 credit each)
The Concert Band is open to students already having a background in instrumental music. The Concert Band meets concurrent with Community Band and presents several seasonal concerts.
MUL 192-193; 292-293. CHAMBER ENSEMBLE I, II, III, IV (1 credit each)
The Chamber Ensemble provides an opportunity for instrumental students to perform chamber music in small group settings.
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