MUSI - Music-General

MUSI 101IA  Enjoyment of Music: 3 Credits (3 Lec)

Introduces students to the rich legacy of Western Art Music, defined as notated musical traditions in Europe and later in the USA from liturgical chant to the present. Explores the historical context that led to the development of important genres and influenced the lives of composers. Facilitates active listening and curious inquiry into the language of music.

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  1. Apply intentional listening skills and some music specific vocabulary to reveal how music is constructed as a means through which to articulate the differences in various kinds of music.
  2. Recognize a wide range of composers and styles of music as an introductory entry into the beautiful world of classical and other music.
  3. Appreciate the broad array of classical and commercial music available in the world, past-present.

MUSI 102  Performance Study: 1 Credits (1 Lab)

(F, Sp) Performance audition and consent of instructor required. Concurrent university ensemble participation. Individual or group vocal or instrumental instruction. Maximum one enrollment.

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  1. Technique: Student will demonstrate consistency in tone and fundamental technique required to begin collegiate level applied study.
  2. Repertoire: Students will study and perform appropriate solo repertoire as determined by the individual instructor.
  3. Musical: Students will demonstrate musical sensitivity, pitch and rhythmic accuracy.
  4. Performance: Students will attend and perform at weekly seminars.

MUSI 103RA  Fundamentals of Musical Creation: 3 Credits (3 Lec)

Open to all students. Study of the elements of music and their combination in musical creation. Activities include the acquisition of keyboard skills, exploration of traditional harmonic theory and exercises in music reading, analysis, and composition.

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  1. Students will possess knowledge of how to read and write music and be equipped with the necessary skill set to enter into the world of composition in various styles.
  2. Students will be able to accurately analyze and transcribe what they hear to score.
  3. Students will have knowledge of how music fits into the broader scope of our culture, and reflects the histories, values, and conflicts that have shaped our societies and be able to use this knowledge to create their own musical works.

MUSI 104  Music Fundamentals: 3 Credits (1 Lec, 2 Lab)

PREREQUISITE: Consent of instructor. This course involves the study of the elements of music. Activities will include exploration of basic music theory, aural perception, and keyboard skills. Class time will also include intensive practice in music reading, writing, and recognition, as well as the development of basic keyboard skills

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  1. Audiate and confidently sing pitches, triads, intervals and scales within major and minor diatonic contexts, matching pitch with singing voice.
  2. Notate and fluently read pitches, intervals, scales, and rhythms on a grand staff in melodic and harmonic contexts within all key signatures and various time signatures.
  3. Accurately play pitches and simple melodies on the keyboard and accurately clap notated rhythms at various tempos.
  4. Notate aural samples that include simple intervals, triads, seventh chords, simple melodies, and basic rhythms.

MUSI 105  Music Theory I: 3 Credits (3 Lec)

PREREQUISITE: Music fundamentals pre-test
COREQUISITE: MUSI 140. Music fundamentals, diatonic harmony and elementary counterpoint. Successful completion of Music Fundamentals Pre-test (administered during the first class meeting and covering scales, rhythm/meter, clefs, and key signatures) required for enrollment in this course
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MUSI 106  Music Theory II: 3 Credits (3 Lec)

PREREQUISITE: MUSI 105. Continuation of study of materials used in the previous semester: diatonic harmony and analysis in the common practice style, musical notation and language, function and interaction of the elements of music

MUSI 108IA  Orchestra: MSU String Orchestra: 1 Credits (1 Lab)

(F, Sp) Consent of instructor, successful audition required. Study and performance of traditional and contemporary string orchestra repertoire in a large ensemble format. Open to all students with high school instrumental music experience. May be repeated. Repeatable up to 8 credits.
Repeatable up to 8 credits.

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  1. Demonstrate strong string playing technique, tone quality, and ensemble blend
  2. Demonstrate and utilize correct rehearsal skills
  3. Perform a variety of string orchestra repertoire demonstrating musical understanding through the rehearsal process as measured by group and individual performance
  4. Perform with appropriate musicality, musical knowledge and ensemble performance skills

MUSI 112IA  Choir: Tenor Bass Choir: 1 Credits (1 Lab)

PREREQUISITE: Consent of Instructor, Successful Audition Required. (F, Sp) Intermediate, mixed-voice choir performing a variety of concert music. Previous choral experience strongly suggested
Repeatable up to 8 credits.

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  1. Students will develop a functional knowledge of the language and grammar of music (melody, harmony, rhythm, form, style) by visually and aurally identifying the basic elements during individual and group score study and analysis, individual practice, and small group sectionals.
  2. Students will demonstrate proficiency in the basic elements of music by accurately and expressively performing college-level musical repertoire during individual practice, small group sectionals, and large group rehearsals and performances.
  3. Students will demonstrate professional standards of stage presence and concert etiquette during public performances.
  4. Students will diagnose and correct technical errors and stylistic concerns in individual practice, sectionals, and large group rehearsals through the use of specific musical rehearsal strategies and by making individual and collective technical adjustments.
  5. Students will productively critique their own work and the work of others by evaluating relevant musical information (technical and stylistic aspects of performances) in order to support conclusions related to each specific performance during post-performance reflection.
  6. Students will demonstrate the understanding and use of public performance as a means for engaging communities and creating cultural awareness by rehearsing music to an accomplished level, executing a collaborative interpretation of the musical language, and performing in a stylistically appropriate and professional manner for public audiences.
  7. Students will demonstrate their knowledge of period performance practices and the aesthetic properties of musical examples by expressing this analysis within the context of their own instrument and communicating complex musical ideas through the collective performance of the ensemble.

MUSI 114IA  Band I: MSU University Band: 1 Credits (1 Lab)

PREREQUISITE: Consent of Instructor, Successful Audition Required. Study and performance of traditional and contemporary repertoire for wind and percussion in a large ensemble format. Open to all students with high school instrumental music experience. May be repeated
Repeatable up to 8 credits.

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  1. Students will develop a functional knowledge of the language and grammar of music (melody, harmony, rhythm, form, style) by visually and aurally identifying the basic elements during individual and group score study and analysis, individual practice, and small group sectionals.
  2. Students will demonstrate proficiency in the basic elements of music by accurately and expressively performing college-level musical repertoire during individual practice, small group sectionals, and large group rehearsals and performances.
  3. Students will demonstrate professional standards of stage presence and concert etiquette during public performances.
  4. Students will diagnose and correct technical errors and stylistic concerns in individual practice, sectionals, and large group rehearsals through the use of specific musical rehearsal strategies and by making individual and collective technical adjustments.
  5. Students will productively critique their own work and the work of others by evaluating relevant musical information (technical and stylistic aspects of performances) in order to support conclusions related to each specific performance during post-performance reflection.
  6. Students will demonstrate the understanding and use of public performance as a means for engaging communities and creating cultural awareness by rehearsing music to an accomplished level, executing a collaborative interpretation of the musical language, and performing in a stylistically appropriate and professional manner for public audiences.
  7. Students will demonstrate their knowledge of period performance practices and the aesthetic properties of musical examples by expressing this analysis within the context of their own instrument and communicating complex musical ideas through the collective performance of the ensemble.

MUSI 124  Musical Objects: Knowledge & Fluency: 1 Credits (1 Lec)

COREQUISITE: MUSI 137. (F) Develops basic knowledge of and fluency with elementary musical objects (rhythm/meter, pitches, scales, key signatures, intervals, and triads) through regular practice and use of competency-based assessments. Serves as a preparation for more advanced study of music and music theory

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  1. Define and recognize in context fundamental musical objects such as pitches, scales, key signatures, intervals, and simple harmonic structures.
  2. Attain a high level of fluency and confidence with fundamental musical objects such as pitches, scales, key signatures, intervals, and simple harmonic structures.
  3. Establish habits of practice and study necessary to achieve fluency with fundamental musical objects.

MUSI 125  Elements of Large-Scale Musical Design: 3 Credits (3 Lec)

PREREQUISITE: MUSI 124 and MUSI 137
COREQUISITE: MUSI 141. (Sp) Study of large-scale design elements (timbre, texture, rhythm/meter, motive/melody, harmony/closure, form) in a wide range of musical languages and styles. Creative and analytical projects based on current student repertoire along with continued development of skills with fundamental musical objects
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  1. Define and identify basic musical design elements (such as timbre, texture, motive, form, etc.)
  2. Analyze and visually demonstrate how these musical design elements contribute to the large-scale musical design of works within their repertoire.
  3. Attain a high level of fluency with fundamental musical objects such as scales, key signatures, intervals, harmonic structures, and basic contextualization of these objects in a musical setting.

MUSI 130IA  History of Jazz: 3 Credits (3 Lec)

Important literature from American jazz, with an emphasis on a detailed study of styles that have developed new directions in music and shaped America's culture.

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  1. Recognize the different styles of jazz that are covered
  2. Discuss the historical growth of jazz as an art form
  3. Explore and interpret the connections between the history of jazz and current jazz musicians

MUSI 131IA  Jazz Ensemble I: MSU: 1 Credits (1 Lab)

PREREQUISITE: Consent of Instructor, Successful Audition Required. Ensemble experience performing musical styles that include swing, jazz, commercial, and popular music. Open to all students with high school instrumental music experience. May be repeated
Repeatable up to 8 credits.

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  1. Students will develop a functional knowledge of the language and grammar of music (melody, harmony, rhythm, form, style) by visually and aurally identifying the basic elements during individual and group score study and analysis, individual practice, and small group sectionals.
  2. Students will demonstrate proficiency in the basic elements of music by accurately and expressively performing college-level musical repertoire during individual practice, small group sectionals, and large group rehearsals and performances.
  3. Students will demonstrate professional standards of stage presence and concert etiquette during public performances.
  4. Students will diagnose and correct technical errors and stylistic concerns in individual practice, sectionals, and large group rehearsals through the use of specific musical rehearsal strategies and by making individual and collective technical adjustments.
  5. Students will productively critique their own work and the work of others by evaluating relevant musical information (technical and stylistic aspects of performances) in order to support conclusions related to each specific performance during post-performance reflection.
  6. Students will demonstrate the understanding and use of public performance as a means for engaging communities and creating cultural awareness by rehearsing music to an accomplished level, executing a collaborative interpretation of the musical language, and performing in a stylistically appropriate and professional manner for public audiences.
  7. Students will demonstrate their knowledge of period performance practices and the aesthetic properties of musical examples by expressing this analysis within the context of their own instrument and communicating complex musical ideas through the collective performance of the ensemble.

MUSI 133IA  Country Music: Cowboys, Opry, and Nashville: 3 Credits (3 Lec)

An inquiry into Country Music, with an emphasis on its major performers, songwriters, songs, institutions, and impact on American society and culture.

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  1. Students will gain a fundamental knowledge of basic elements of music (melody, harmony, rhythm, form, style), learn the application of basic music terminology, and develop their vocabulary and understanding to communicate basic musical ideas through live performance review/analysis, listening, online discussions and assignments.
  2. Students will develop focused listening skills, explore various listening strategies, and will learn to communicate music experience through live performance review/analysis, listening, discussion assignments, and exams.
  3. Students will examine the characteristics of Country music performance and will explore various genres, performers, songwriters, songs, and institutions of country music through reading, listening, online discussions, assignments, and exams.
  4. Students will explore influences on Country music styles and genres and will explore connections between Country music and American society and culture through reading, listening, online discussions, assignments, and exams.
  5. Students will examine the aesthetics of Country music through reading, listening, online discussions, assignments, and exams.
  6. Students will develop the ability to communicate ideas about Country music through live performance review/analysis, online discussions and assignments.

MUSI 135  Keyboard Skills I: 1 Credits (1 Lab)

COREQUISITE: MUSI 124. (F) Study of keyboard theory and technique, creative activities, sight reading, and piano repertoire. For music majors

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  1. demonstrate basic musical proficiency as well as proper technique at the keyboard\\n\\n\\n\\n
  2. play the keyboard accurately with correct pitches, rhythms, dynamics, and articulations
  3. perform all major and minor pentascales, all major scales in tetrachord position, all qualities of diatonic triads in any inversion, and basic four-voice chord progressions using closest position voice-leading,
  4. demonstrate accurate sight-reading and transposing in the grand staff
  5. demonstrate the ability to use the keyboard to create and harmonize melodies
  6. perform beginning solo and ensemble repertoire pieces with appropriate expression and stylistic correctness.

MUSI 136  Keyboard Skills II: 1 Credits (2 Lab)

PREREQUISITE: MUSI 135 or placement audition and music major
COREQUISITE: MUSI 125. (Sp) Continued study of keyboard theory and technique, creative activities, sight reading, and piano repertoire. For music majors
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  1. play the keyboard accurately with correct pitches, rhythms, dynamics, and articulations
  2. perform all major and some white key minor scales, and basic four-voice chord progressions using closest position voice-leading
  3. demonstrate accurate sight-reading and transposing in the grand staff
  4. demonstrate the ability to use the keyboard to create and harmonize melodies
  5. perform beginning solo and ensemble repertoire pieces with appropriate expression and stylistic correctness

MUSI 137  Foundations of Aural Perception: 2 Credits (2 Lec)

COREQUISITE: MUSI 124. (F) Requires completion of departmental diagnostic singing exam. Introduction to skills of singing, active listening, audiation, dictation, performance, and improvisation. Prior knowledge of basic musical notation is helpful; primarily for students with planned concentration in music

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  1. Decode and categorize (visually and aurally) and perform basic rhythmic, melodic, and harmonic constructs
  2. Practice strategies of active listening to synthesize meaning while hearing and/or performing music
  3. Create new music and performance experiences through improvisation and other creative activities
  4. Design, reflect on, and self-assess their development of musicianship skills

MUSI 140  Aural Perception I: 1 Credits (2 Lab)

PREREQUISITE: Music reading pre-test
COREQUISITE: MUSI 105. Studies in ear training and sight-singing to develop aural perception of tonal and temporal relationships. Primarily for students with planned concentration in music. Assumes knowledge of musical notation
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MUSI 141  Aural Perception II: 1 Credits (2 Lab)

PREREQUISITE: MUSI 137
COREQUISITE: MUSI 125. (Sp) Continuation of studies in ear training and sight-singing to develop aural perception of tonal and temporal relationships. Primarily for students with planned concentration in music
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  1. Recognize (visually and aurally) more advanced rhythmic, melodic, formal, and harmonic constructs of tonal music.
  2. Perform more advanced rhythmic, melodic, and harmonic constructs of tonal music.
  3. Employ strategies of active listening to think “in”music.

MUSI 155  Marching: Spirit of the West: 1-2 Credits (2 Lab)

Non-auditioned ensemble offering experience in marching techniques and outdoor performances. May be repeated.
Repeatable up to 99 credits.

MUSI 155IA  Marching: Spirit of the West: 1-2 Credits (1-2 Lab)

(F) Non-auditioned ensemble offering experience in marching techniques and outdoor performances.
Repeatable up to 99 credits.

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  1. develop a deeper understanding of their own musical capabilities.
  2. translate musical notation into musical sounds.
  3. analyze the relationship between composers, musicians, and audience members through public performances.
  4. engage with quality repertoire that is enriching, entertaining, and meaningful.
  5. demonstrate an increase in technical prowess and musical understanding through public performance and individual part assessment.
  6. collaborate with fellow musicians to contribute to an atmosphere of positive and productive music-making.
  7. present dynamic musical performances, emphasizing skills that are unique to marching arts, including: memorization, drill reading, dressing, dance, and choreography.

MUSI 160  Beginning Guitar: 1 Credits (2 Lab)

PREREQUISITE: Placement audition. Basic instruction in techniques of chord and classical guitar, music reading, and performance

MUSI 161  Beginning Guitar II: 1 Credits (1 Lab)

PREREQUISITE: MUSI 160 or placement audition. Continuation of MUSI 160

MUSI 195  Applied Music I: 1-2 Credits (1-2 Other)

PREREQUISITE: Successful audition
COREQUISITE: Concurrent university ensemble participation. Techniques of performance and interpretation to develop musical ability, expression, accuracy, and stylistic awareness in student's performance area. May be repeated (maximum of eight enrollments)
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Repeatable up to 8 credits.

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  1. Technique: Students will demonstrate consistency in tone color and projection over a moderate range.
  2. Repertoire: Students will rehearse/memorize a specified set of pieces, appropriate to 100-level performance.
  3. Musical: Students will demonstrate musical sensitivity, pitch, and rhythmic accuracy.
  4. Performance: Students will perform in studio performance seminars and on one studio or evening recital.

MUSI 203IA  American Popular Music: 3 Credits (3 Lec)

A study of the way in which American popular music is a product of the social, political, and historical context in which it developed, and in turn how this context was shaped by this music.

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  1. Recognize a variety of styles of American music (i.e. gospel, blues, jazz, country western, rock and roll) based on rhythm, instrumentation, style, lyrics, melody, harmony.

MUSI 205  Music Theory III: 3 Credits (3 Lec)

PREREQUISITE: MUSI 106. Study and use of chromatic harmony and counterpoint in the common practice period. Analysis of small forms

MUSI 206  Music Theory IV: 3 Credits (3 Lec)

PREREQUISITE: MUSI 205. Analysis and use of homophonic forms and 20th Century techniques

MUSI 211IA  Masterworks in Music: 3 Credits (3 Lec)

Presentation of examples of great music literature to develop informed, perceptive listening and musical understanding.

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  1. To know how to use written, spoken, and visual communication to create\\nmeaning, build relationships, foster understanding, and persuade. They express\\ntheir ideas in manners appropriate for their intended audience and for their\\nintended context.\\n
  2. To collaborate with others by openly and constructively giving and receiving feedback, and use that feedback to revise and improve their own communication.
  3. To demonstrate facility in analyzing, interpreting, and understanding sources of\\ninformation and in constructing persuasive arguments in ways that empower and\\nchallenge one’s own and other’s thinking.

MUSI 212IA  University Chorale: 1 Credits (1 Lab)

PREREQUISITE: Consent of Instructor; audition is required. (F, Sp) Intermediate, mixed-voice choir performing a variety of concert music. Previous choral experience strongly suggested
Repeatable up to 8 credits.

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  1. Identify the basic elements of music grammar including melody, harmony, rhythm, form, style.
  2. Demonstrate proficiency in the basic elements of music by accurately and expressively performing college-level musical repertoire.
  3. Demonstrate professional standards of stage presence and concert etiquette during public performances.
  4. Diagnose and correct technical errors and stylistic concerns through the use of specific musical rehearsal strategies and by making individual and collective technical adjustments.
  5. Productively critique their own work and the work of others by evaluating relevant musical information (technical and stylistic aspects of performances) in order to support conclusions related to each specific performance during post-performance reflection.
  6. Participate in public performance as a means for engaging communities.

MUSI 220  Music Theory of Tonal Music: 3 Credits (3 Lec)

PREREQUISITE: MUSI 125 and MUSI 141. (F) Majors only. Study of voice-leading, diatonic and chromatic harmony, and common formal structures, primarily as utilized in Western tonal music in the 17th-19th centuries. Composition-based, analytical, and real world applications will be explored within each area of study

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  1. Explain and demonstrate basic principles of SATB part writing following pre-determined harmonic paradigms (utilizing both diatonic and chromatic harmonies)
  2. Compose or re-compose short works as model compositions of small formal structures
  3. Identify and differentiate voice-leading principles, harmonic paradigms, and basic formal structures within repertoire for their instrument
  4. Generate prose writing activities, including self-reflection and content summaries

MUSI 221  Theory in 19th-Century Repertoire: 2 Credits (2 Lec)

PREREQUISITE: MUSI 220 and MUSI 141. (Sp) Examination of compositional techniques and use of harmony, form, melody, texture, timbre, and voice-leading in music of the 19th century. Students engage in analytical exploration, study of relationships of analysis and performance, and critical thinking and discussion surrounding these topics

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  1. Apply appropriate analytical skills to a variety of 19th century music.
  2. Practice habits of analysis that extend beyond “fact gathering,” synthesizing information rather than solely identifying.
  3. Articulate analytical knowledge and critical thinking in written and/or oral form.

MUSI 222  Theory in 20th-Century Repertoire: 2 Credits (2 Lec)

PREREQUISITE: MUSI 220 and MUSI 141. (Sp) Examination of compositional techniques and use of harmony, form, melody, texture, timbre, and voice-leading in music of the 20th century. Students engage in analytical exploration, study of relationships of analysis and performance, and critical thinking and discussion surrounding these topics

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  1. Apply appropriate analytical skills to a variety of 20th century music.
  2. Practice habits of analysis that extend beyond “fact gathering,” synthesizing information rather than solely identifying.
  3. Articulate analytical knowledge and critical thinking in written and/or oral form.

MUSI 223  Theory in Popular Music: 2 Credits (2 Lec)

PREREQUISITE: MUSI 125 and MUSI 141. (Sp) Examination of compositional techniques and use of harmony, form, melody, and other musical characteristics in popular music. Students engage in analytical exploration, composition-based applications, and critical thinking and discussion surrounding these topics

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  1. Recognize (aurally and in sheet music) and be able to define the foundational elements of harmony, form, and melody in popular music
  2. Utilize active listening strategies and methods to dissect and discuss popular music
  3. Synthesize knowledge of foundational musical elements to create a musical composition

MUSI 225  Jazz Theory and Improvisation I: 2 Credits (1 Lec, 1 Lab)

PREREQUISITE: MUSI 195, MUSI 124. (F) A performance-oriented course to provide a basic understanding of jazz harmony and the art of improvised music. Application of scales and melodic patterns in improvising over various harmonic progressions
Repeatable up to 6 credits.

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  1. Perform jazz chord progressions common to a body of standard repertoire, with the addition of several advanced harmonic progressions and melodic constructions.
  2. Analyze of jazz lead sheets and transcribed jazz improvised solos.
  3. Transcribe improvised jazz solos, building aural perception skills.
  4. Perform real-time improvisation on an instrument or voice.
  5. Compose basic melodies and chord progressions in the jazz idiom

MUSI 230  Interm Keyboard: Repertoire: 1 Credits (2 Lab)

PREREQUISITE: MUSI 136 OR placement audition and music major. Continuation of the study of keyboard theory and technique, sight reading, and piano repertoire. For non-keyboard music majors

MUSI 231  Interm Keyboard: Accompanying: 1 Credits (2 Lab)

PREREQUISITE: MUSI 136 or placement audition and music major. Continuation of the study of keyboard theory and technique, ensemble playing, sight reading, and piano accompanying. For non-keyboard music majors

MUSI 232  Interm Keyboard: Opn Scre Rdng: 1 Credits (2 Lab)

PREREQUISITE: MUSI 136 or placement audition and music major. Continuation of the study of keyboard theory and technique, sight reading, and keyboard realization of choral and instrumental ensemble scores. For music majors

MUSI 233  Interm Keyboard Skill: Jazz: 1 Credits (2 Lab)

PREREQUISITE: MUSI 136 or placement audition and music major. Continuation of the study of keyboard theory and technique, creative activities, sight reading, improvisation and performance of jazz. For music majors

MUSI 235  Keyboard Skills III: 1 Credits (1 Lab)

PREREQUISITE: MUSI 136. (F) Develop piano keyboard skills to assist in the study, creation, and teaching of music. Areas of emphasis include theory, technique, sight-reading, transposing, harmonization, intermediate repertoire, score reading, accompanying, intervallic note reading and basic functional keyboard harmony

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  1. play the keyboard accurately with correct pitches, rhythms, dynamics, and articulations
  2. perform all major and harmonic minor scales, and basic four-voice chord progressions using closest position voice-leading,
  3. demonstrate accurate sight-reading and transposing in the grand staff, and open score reading
  4. demonstrate the ability to use the keyboard to create and harmonize melodies
  5. perform intermediate solo and ensemble repertoire pieces with appropriate expression and stylistic correctness. \\n\\n

MUSI 236  Keyboard Skills IV: 1 Credits (1 Lab)

PREREQUISITE: MUSI 235. (Sp) Final course in the piano keyboard skills sequence. Continued areas of emphasis include theory, technique, sight-reading, transposing, harmonization, advanced intermediate repertoire, score reading, and accompanying

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  1. play the keyboard accurately with correct pitches, rhythms, dynamics, and articulations\\n
  2. perform all major and harmonic minor scales, and basic four-voice chord progressions using closest position voice-leading
  3. perform all major and minor arpeggios 3 octaves
  4. demonstrate accurate sight-reading and transposing in the grand staff, and open score reading
  5. demonstrate the ability to use the keyboard to create and harmonize melodies\\n
  6. perform intermediate solo and ensemble repertoire pieces with appropriate expression and stylistic correctness
  7. play prepared open score excerpts of string, choral and instrumental repertoire, including one transposing instrument

MUSI 240  Aural Perception III: 1 Credits (2 Lab)

PREREQUISITE: MUSI 141. Continued development of aural and vocal skills that deal with tonal and temporal relationships

MUSI 241  Aural Perception IV: 1 Credits (2 Lab)

PREREQUISITE: MUSI 240 and MUSI 220. (Sp) Continued development of aural and vocal skills that deal with tonal and temporal relationships

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  1. Recognize integral sections of rondo forms and sonata forms\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n
  2. Dictate melodies that modulate by a chromatic 3rd or other distant modulations
  3. Dictate harmonic progressions that modulate by a chromatic 3rd or other distant modulations
  4. Sing scales and melodies that employ the use of modes, pentatonic, whole tone, octatonic, and atonal patterns.
  5. Dictate melodies incorporating modern scales and intervals and atonality
  6. Recognize and dictate extended pop and jazz harmonies.
  7. Sing and dictate pitch sets.
  8. Perform rhythms with combined beat divisions with rhythmic syllables.

MUSI 260  Intermediate Guitar: 1 Credits (2 Lab)

PREREQUISITE: MUSI 161. Continued instruction in techniques of chord and classical guitar, music reading, and performance

MUSI 281  Diction: English, Italian: 2 Credits (2 Lec)

PREREQUISITE: MUSI 195 in voice or previous singing experience. Correct pronunciation of Latin, English, Italian for singers using the International Phonetic Alphabet. Study of standard art song, operatic and choral repertoire in Latin, English and Italian

MUSI 291  Special Topics: 1-4 Credits (2 Lab)

PREREQUISITE: None required but some may be determined necessary by each offering department. Courses not required in any curriculum for which there is a particular one-time need, or given on a trial basis to determine acceptability and demand
Repeatable up to 12 credits.

MUSI 295  Applied Music II: 1-2 Credits (1-2 Other)

PREREQUISITE: MUSI 195 and successful audition
COREQUISITE: Concurrent university ensemble participation. Continued instruction in techniques of performance and interpretation to develop musical ability, expression, accuracy, and stylistic awareness in student's performance area. May be repeated (maximum of eight enrollments)
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Repeatable up to 8 credits.

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  1. Technique: Students will demonstrate consistency in tone color and projection.
  2. Repertoire: Students will rehearse/memorize a specified set of pieces, appropriate to 200-level performance.
  3. Musical: Students will demonstrate musical sensitivity, pitch and rhythmic accuracy, and independent music reading skills. \\n
  4. Performance: Students will perform in studio performance seminars, one joint seminar, and one studio or evening recital. \\n

MUSI 301  Music History I: 3 Credits (3 Lec)

PREREQUISITE: MUSI 125. (Sp) Music as it relates to other arts and humanities from an historical and stylistic perspective. From Antiquity through the Baroque era

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  1. demonstrate historical knowledge of the music, artists, audiences, and technologies involved in Western art music through 1750.\\n
  2. connect this knowledge to the larger socio-political context of the time.
  3. connect this knowledge to present-day music making
  4. recognize stylistic features of musical forms genres used in medieval through baroque eras.
  5. aurally identify specific works, styles, forms, and composers.
  6. learn to analyze specific works in the manner of a musicologist.
  7. develop skills for researching, analyzing, and writing about music in an engaging and scholarly fashion.

MUSI 302  Music History II: 3 Credits (3 Lec)

PREREQUISITE: MUSI 125. (F) Music as it relates to other arts and humanities from an historical and stylistic perspective. The Classical and Romantic eras

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  1. demonstrate historical knowledge of the music, artists, and audiences involved in Western art music. \\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n
  2. connect this knowledge to the larger socio-political context of the time.
  3. connect this knowledge to present-day music making.
  4. recognize stylistic features of musical forms genres used in Classical and Romantic eras.
  5. aurally identify specific works, styles, forms, and composers.
  6. learn to analyze specific works in the manner of a musicologist.
  7. develop specific skills for writing about music in an engaging and scholarly fashion.
  8. write short papers that aid in developing analysis and historical research skills.

MUSI 303IH  Music History of the 20th and 21st Centuries: 3 Credits (3 Lec)

PREREQUISITE: Sophomore standing. (Sp) The study of music created since the year 1900 in its historical context with an emphasis on major styles of American classical and popular music

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  1. Students who are successful in this course will recognize major musical styles and creators of the 20th and 21st centuries and discuss the music itself with analytical language. Connected to the Core parameter of Thinkers and Problem Solvers, they will do this through applying information literacy (finding, evaluating, organizing, and using information) and meaningfully creating their own interpretations of music from this time period.
  2. Students who are successful in this course will discuss the historical contexts in which music of this time period was created. Connected to the Core parameter of Thinkers and Problem Solvers, they will do this through applying information literacy, anticipating counterarguments, and respectfully considering, accommodating or incorporating opposing views. Students will also independently, or collaboratively, demonstrate ethical, creative, and innovative approaches to asking and answering questions, defining problems, and identifying solutions.
  3. Students who are successful in this course will conduct research on musical traditions of this time period using scholarly sources. Connected to the broader concepts of an Inquiry Humanities (IH) course, by applying information literacy, they will explore ethical and moral, aesthetic and creative, historical and descriptive dimensions of human cultural traditions in order to reach a conclusion, formulate an interpretation, or make a judgment about music from this time period.
  4. Students who are successful in this course will interpret issues of race, class, and gender within musical traditions of this time period. Connected to the Core parameter of Local and Global Citizens, they will accomplish this by acknowledging and establishing respect for different perspectives, understanding sources of identities—both their own and others—and how identities influence civic values, assumptions, responsibilities, and community engagement. They will apply knowledge of diverse cultures, histories, values, or conflicts that have shaped the US and other world societies to understand current events and social life. They will discuss the role informed, engaged citizens play in democratic societies and will determine for themselves what political and social issues, problems or policies they wish to engage with as citizens.

MUSI 307IA  World Music: 3 Credits (3 Lec)

Music, culture, and meaning within different traditions and styles from around the world.

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  1. Recognize the different musical traditions that are covered
  2. Discuss the variety of meanings music can have for different societies
  3. Explore and interpret the connections between music and culture
  4. Conduct research and present findings in a classroom

MUSI 308IA  Orchestras II: MSU Symph Orch: 1 Credits (1 Lab)

PREREQUISITE: Consent of Instructor, Successful Audition Required. Advanced training in the performance repertoire for orchestra. May be repeated
Repeatable up to 99 credits.

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  1. Students will develop a functional knowledge of the language and grammar of music (melody, harmony, rhythm, form, style) by visually and aurally identifying the basic elements during individual and group score study and analysis, individual practice, and small group sectionals.
  2. Students will demonstrate proficiency in the basic elements of music by accurately and expressively performing college-level musical repertoire during individual practice, small group sectionals, and large group rehearsals and performances.
  3. Students will demonstrate professional standards of stage presence and concert etiquette during public performances.
  4. Students will diagnose and correct technical errors and stylistic concerns in individual practice, sectionals, and large group rehearsals through the use of specific musical rehearsal strategies and by making individual and collective technical adjustments.
  5. Students will productively critique their own work and the work of others by evaluating relevant musical information (technical and stylistic aspects of performances) in order to support conclusions related to each specific performance during post-performance reflection.
  6. Students will demonstrate the understanding and use of public performance as a means for engaging communities and creating cultural awareness by rehearsing music to an accomplished level, executing a collaborative interpretation of the musical language, and performing in a stylistically appropriate and professional manner for public audiences.
  7. Students will demonstrate their knowledge of period performance practices and the aesthetic properties of musical examples by expressing this analysis within the context of their own instrument and communicating complex musical ideas through the collective performance of the ensemble.

MUSI 310  Opera Theatre II: 1 Credits (2 Lab)

PREREQUISITE: Successful audition. Advanced training in the performance of opera and musical theater repertoire

MUSI 312IA  Choir III: Advanced Treble Choir: 1 Credits (1 Lab)

Advanced choral performance. May be repeated. For singers performing in the treble range.
Repeatable up to 99 credits.

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  1. Students will develop a functional knowledge of the language and grammar of music (melody, harmony, rhythm, form, style) by visually and aurally identifying the basic elements during individual and group score study and analysis, individual practice, and small group sectionals.
  2. Students will demonstrate proficiency in the basic elements of music by accurately and expressively performing college-level musical repertoire during individual practice, small group sectionals, and large group rehearsals and performances.
  3. Students will demonstrate professional standards of stage presence and concert etiquette during public performances.
  4. Students will diagnose and correct technical errors and stylistic concerns in individual practice, sectionals, and large group rehearsals through the use of specific musical rehearsal strategies and by making individual and collective technical adjustments.
  5. Students will productively critique their own work and the work of others by evaluating relevant musical information (technical and stylistic aspects of performances) in order to support conclusions related to each specific performance during post-performance reflection.
  6. Students will demonstrate the understanding and use of public performance as a means for engaging communities and creating cultural awareness by rehearsing music to an accomplished level, executing a collaborative interpretation of the musical language, and performing in a stylistically appropriate and professional manner for public audiences.
  7. Students will demonstrate their knowledge of period performance practices and the aesthetic properties of musical examples by expressing this analysis within the context of their own instrument and communicating complex musical ideas through the collective performance of the ensemble.

MUSI 314IA  Band III: MSU Wind Symphony: 1 Credits (1 Lab)

PREREQUISITE: Consent of Instructor, Successful Audition Required. Study and performance of advanced, traditional, and contemporary wind band repertoire
Repeatable up to 99 credits.

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  1. Students will develop a functional knowledge of the language and grammar of music (melody, harmony, rhythm, form, style) by visually and aurally identifying the basic elements during individual and group score study and analysis, individual practice, and small group sectionals.
  2. Students will demonstrate proficiency in the basic elements of music by accurately and expressively performing college-level musical repertoire during individual practice, small group sectionals, and large group rehearsals and performances.
  3. Students will demonstrate professional standards of stage presence and concert etiquette during public performances.
  4. Students will diagnose and correct technical errors and stylistic concerns in individual practice, sectionals, and large group rehearsals through the use of specific musical rehearsal strategies and by making individual and collective technical adjustments.
  5. Students will productively critique their own work and the work of others by evaluating relevant musical information (technical and stylistic aspects of performances) in order to support conclusions related to each specific performance during post-performance reflection.
  6. Students will demonstrate the understanding and use of public performance as a means for engaging communities and creating cultural awareness by rehearsing music to an accomplished level, executing a collaborative interpretation of the musical language, and performing in a stylistically appropriate and professional manner for public audiences.
  7. Students will demonstrate their knowledge of period performance practices and the aesthetic properties of musical examples by expressing this analysis within the context of their own instrument and communicating complex musical ideas through the collective performance of the ensemble.

MUSI 322  Percussion Ensemble: 1 Credits (2 Lab)

PREREQUISITE: Successful audition Advanced ensemble performance experience focusing primarily on music written for percussion during the 20th century. May be repeated
Repeatable up to 99 credits.

MUSI 331IA  Jzz Ens II: One O'Clock Jazz: 1 Credits (1 Lab)

PREREQUISITE: Consent of Instructor, Successful Audition Required. Advanced performance training in jazz literature from all style periods, guided improvisational experience. May be repeated
Repeatable up to 99 credits.

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  1. Students will develop a functional knowledge of the language and grammar of music (melody, harmony, rhythm, form, style) by visually and aurally identifying the basic elements during individual and group score study and analysis, individual practice, and small group sectionals.
  2. Students will demonstrate proficiency in the basic elements of music by accurately and expressively performing college-level musical repertoire during individual practice, small group sectionals, and large group rehearsals and performances.
  3. Students will demonstrate professional standards of stage presence and concert etiquette during public performances.
  4. Students will diagnose and correct technical errors and stylistic concerns in individual practice, sectionals, and large group rehearsals through the use of specific musical rehearsal strategies and by making individual and collective technical adjustments.
  5. Students will productively critique their own work and the work of others by evaluating relevant musical information (technical and stylistic aspects of performances) in order to support conclusions related to each specific performance during post-performance reflection.
  6. Students will demonstrate the understanding and use of public performance as a means for engaging communities and creating cultural awareness by rehearsing music to an accomplished level, executing a collaborative interpretation of the musical language, and performing in a stylistically appropriate and professional manner for public audiences.
  7. Students will demonstrate their knowledge of period performance practices and the aesthetic properties of musical examples by expressing this analysis within the context of their own instrument and communicating complex musical ideas through the collective performance of the ensemble.

MUSI 335  Instrumental Conducting: 2 Credits (2 Lec)

PREREQUISITE: MUSE 383, MUSI 236, MUSI 241. (F) Basic conducting and instrumental rehearsal techniques, instrumental score study, laboratory experiences

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  1. Demonstrate adequate score preparation and knowledge of the music through singing, playing, and conducting exercises and error detection
  2. Demonstrate the ability to conduct in patterns of 1 to 12 beats per measure, as well as asymmetrical meters (e.g. 5/8, 7/8, etc.) with appropriate style to the music
  3. Demonstrate the ability to conduct preparatory beats in different styles and tempi, for on-beat and fractional-beat entrances
  4. Demonstrate the ability to conduct entrances, releases, continuations after a fermata, crescendi, diminuendi, with a variety of styles and rhythmic complexities
  5. Demonstrate the ability to cue effectively with a variety of appropriate gestures
  6. Demonstrate the ability to use the left hand effectively, independent of the right hand, in cues, dynamics, support, etc.
  7. Demonstrate the ability to clearly indicate tempo changes
  8. Demonstrate the ability to plan and execute an effective rehearsal with an understanding of string, wind, and percussion instrument idiosyncrasies and tendencies.
  9. Demonstrate the ability to assimilate all of the above, and conduct with expression appropriate to the music with eye contact and proper posture
  10. Demonstrate the ability to critically evaluate oneself and others conducting

MUSI 336  Choral Conducting: 2 Credits (1 Lec, 2 Other)

PREREQUISITE: MUSI 335. Basic conducting and choral rehearsal techniques, choral score study, laboratory experiences

MUSI 348  Ensemble: 1 Credits (2 Lab)

PREREQUISITE: Successful audition. Selected students perform in small, coached instrumental and vocal ensemble performance. May be repeated
Repeatable up to 99 credits.

MUSI 351  Collaborative Piano: 2 Credits (2 Lab)

PREREQUISITE: MUSI 295. Study of repertoire and principles of accompaniment in all style periods. Laboratory experiences include accompanying instrumentalists and vocalists
Repeatable up to 8 credits.

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  1. Students will demonstrate knowledge of applicable repertoire in collaborative piano, an orientation to the fundamentals of collaborative piano,and comprehensive capabilities in preparing and performing a collaborative work at a high level.
  2. Through regular collaboration with an assigned singer, students will demonstrate the technical and musical proficiency to effectively work with a singer.
  3. Through accompanying assignments with instrumentalists, students will demonstrate the technical and musical proficiency to successfully collaborate with instrumentalists in a variety of combinations with piano/instrument(s).
  4. Students will demonstrate an understanding of accompanying, instruction in piano technique, and various stylistic, historical, and interpretive issues including score reading, following conductors, orchestral reductions, and varied accompanying styles.

MUSI 362  Chmbr Ens III: MSU: 1 Credits (1 Lab)

tudents perform in small, coached instrumental and vocal chamber music ensembles. Students study and perform chamber music repertory composed between 1650 and the present. Vocal chamber ensembles limited to eight members and one rehearsal per week.
Repeatable up to 8 credits.

MUSI 382  Dict: Grm & French (equiv 282): 2 Credits (2 Lec)

PREREQUISITE: MUSI 281 Correct pronunciation of German and French for singers using the International Phonetic Alphabet. Study of standard art song and operatic repertoire in German and French

MUSI 395  Applied Music III: 1-2 Credits (1-2 Other)

PREREQUISITE: MUSI 295 and successful audition
COREQUISITE: Concurrent university ensemble participation. Continued study of techniques of performance and interpretation to develop musical ability, expression, accuracy, and stylistic awareness in student's performance area. May be repeated (maximum of eight enrollments)
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Repeatable up to 8 credits.

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  1. Technique: Students will demonstrate consistency in tone color and projection within a two-octave range. \\n
  2. Repertoire: Students will rehearse/memorize a specified set of pieces, appropriate to 300-level performance.
  3. Musical: Students will demonstrate musical sensitivity, pitch and rhythmic accuracy, and independent music reading and interpretive skills.\\n
  4. Performance: In addition to regular seminar performances, students will demonstrate the necessary expressive and professional skills to present a recital. \\n

MUSI 407  Counterpoint: 3 Credits (3 Lec)

PREREQUISITE: MUSI 206. Study and practice of the techniques of writing two- and three-voice counterpoint. 16th, 18th, and 20th-Century styles

MUSI 410  Analysis: 3 Credits (3 Lec)

PREREQUISITE: MUSI 206. Advanced analysis and in depth study of selected and representative works from specific categories, such as chamber, orchestral, vocal, or choral music

MUSI 422  MSU Chamber Orchestra: 1 Credits (1 Lab)

PREREQUISITE: Audition or Consent of Instructor. A small (20-30member) auditioned orchestra of strings and a few winds suitable for playing appropriate literature, such as works from the Baroque of Classical era, or more modern works written for smaller forces

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  1. Students will perform world, American and/or modern premieres of works, particularly pieces from the 18th century chamber repertoire that have not been performed in modern times.
  2. Students will demonstrate excellence as chamber performers, developing a sense of teamwork in achieving goals, and leadership skills within this context.
  3. Students will develop an understanding of basic concepts of musical notation, forms, and practices, as well as aural skills.
  4. Students will demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the differences in musical style from the 16th century to the present.

MUSI 426IA  Montanans: 1 Credits (1 Lab)

PREREQUISITE: Consent of Instructor, Successful Audition Required. (F, Sp) Advanced performance in small vocal ensemble using stylistic variety in programming
Repeatable up to 8 credits.

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  1. develop a functional knowledge of the language and grammar of music (melody, harmony, rhythm, form, style) by visually and aurally identifying the basic elements during individual and group score study and analysis, individual practice, and small group sectionals.
  2. demonstrate proficiency in the basic elements of music by accurately and expressively performing college-level musical repertoire during individual practice, small group sectionals, and large group rehearsals and performances.
  3. demonstrate professional standards of stage presence and concert etiquette during public performances.\\n
  4. diagnose and correct technical errors and stylistic concerns in individual practice, sectionals, and large group rehearsals through the use of specific musical rehearsal strategies and by making individual and collective technical adjustments.\\n
  5. productively critique their own work and the work of others by evaluating relevant musical information (technical and stylistic aspects of performances) in order to support conclusions related to each specific performance during post-performance reflection.\\n
  6. demonstrate the understanding and use of public performance as a means for engaging communities and creating cultural awareness by rehearsing music to an accomplished level, executing a collaborative interpretation of the musical language, and performing in a stylistically appropriate and professional manner for public audiences.\\n
  7. demonstrate their knowledge of period performance practices and the aesthetic properties of musical examples by expressing this analysis within the context of their own instrument and communicating complex musical ideas through the collective performance of the ensemble.

MUSI 428  Gamelan: 1 Credits (1 Lab)

Balinese gamelan orchestra rehearsal and performance using authentic instruments. Both traditional music for the angklung gamelan as well as newer directions in music will be addressed. Traditional role learning and musical notation will be used. May be repeated.
Repeatable up to 99 credits.

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  1. Identify by name and demonstrate correct performance techniques on several of the following Gamelan instruments: Curing, Barangan, Gender, Jegogan, Reong, Angklung, Rincik, Kendang, Suling, Gong, Kajar, Bende\\n
  2. Perform in an instrumental ensemble\\n
  3. Demonstrate an understanding of the elements of music, including melody, harmony, rhythm, tempo, dynamics, form and style\\n
  4. Work cooperatively with others in the ensemble to produce an accomplished performance\\n
  5. Identify and give examples (verbal and/or written) of how Balinese culture produced the unique sound of Balinese gamelan music

MUSI 430  Keyboard Studio Pedagogy: 2 Credits (2 Lec)

PREREQUISITE: Junior standing and MUSI 295. Study of studio and class piano teaching techniques, beginning piano methods, beginning keyboard literature and materials needed for studio/class piano teaching. Observations and supervised teaching experiences are included

MUSI 432  Keyboard Literature: 2 Credits (1 Lec, 2 Lab)

PREREQUISITE: MUSI 430. Study of historical keyboard instruments and literature from the 1600s to the present

MUSI 438  Instrmntl Studio Pedgogy & Lit: 2 Credits (2 Lec)

PREREQUISITE: Junior standing, MUSI 295. Studio teaching techniques and relevant etudes, solo, and ensemble literature in the student's major applied area. Evaluation of literature and progression of a young player. Required observation of experienced private lesson teachers

MUSI 440  Orchestration: 2 Credits (1 Lec, 2 Lab)

PREREQUISITE: MUSI 220. (Sp) Training in scoring principles for instrumental ensembles with emphasis on arranging and adapting music for public school programs

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  1. After completing this course, students will be able to effectively transcribe an orchestration/arrangement for any combination of instruments with effective, clear, and readable notation.
  2. Students will also gain a comprehensive understanding of transposition and gain the ability to create meaningful, transposed scores with measure numbers, and rehearsal letters, communicating completely and effectively with the conductor.

MUSI 442  Vocal Studio Pedagogy and Lit: 2 Credits (1 Lec, 2 Lab)

PREREQUISITE: Junior standing, and either MUSE 123 or MUSI 295 (voice) and MUSI 235. (Sp) Students will know the anatomy and physiology relating to the singing voice, develop and design teaching techniques, and select literature for the singing voice

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  1. Understand basic physiological function and acoustics as it relates to the singing voice
  2. Guide vocal development using vocalizes and song literature
  3. Distinguish vocally efficient techniques from those which can lead to vocal injury
  4. Apply and synthesize concepts into teaching pedagogies
  5. Select appropriate literature for beginning singers
  6. Demonstrate devise effective modes of communication and motivational techniques for teaching
  7. Compare and contrast singing pedagogies to design and defend personal pedagogical choices

MUSI 446  Advanced Applied Conducting: 1-2 Credits (2-4 Lab)

PREREQUISITE: Junior standing, and one of the following: MUSI 335 and MUSI 336 and MUSI 231 or MUSI 232. Provides BA-Music and BME-Music Education majors with practical experience in conducting, leadership, and management. Students will study advanced conducting and rehearsal techniques, and perhaps have the opportunity to conduct large ensembles as Student Conductors
Repeatable up to 2 credits.

MUSI 450  Recital: 1 Credits (1 Other)

Selection of appropriate program of works suited to student's abilities, preparation for performance. May be repeated.
Repeatable up to 99 credits.

MUSI 485  Acoustic Composition: 1-3 Credits (1-3 Lab)

PREREQUISITE: MUSI 125. (F, Sp) Max 12cr. Individual study of compositional practices for acoustic/orchestral instruments, compositional processes and techniques, standard notation and part-writing, and aesthetic concepts. Students meet minimum weekly progress standards and a total requirement for minutes of music written, adjustable for the complexity of the medium . May be repeated
Repeatable up to 12 credits.

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  1. Upon successful completion of the course, students will demonstrate a deeper understanding of the creative process regarding melodic, rhythmic, contrapuntal, harmonic, structural, orchestrated, and conceptual aspects in composition through the creation of original musical compositions. \\n\\n\\n
  2. Student will demonstrate acquaintance with a variety of scores and/or recordings of 20th and 21st century music through in class discussion and outside score and recording study.
  3. Students will be able to write effectively and idiomatically for acoustic instruments by developing skills through small assignments and by composing new original music compositions.
  4. Students will also gain ability in notation and engage performers for performance and recording through the preparation of performance scores/parts and programing/participation on the Student Composers\\nConcert.

MUSI 491  Special Topics: 4 Credits (4 Other)

PREREQUISITE: Course prerequisites as determined for each offering. Courses not required in any curriculum for which there is a particular one-time need, or given on a trial basis to determine acceptability and demand before requesting a regular course number
Repeatable up to 12 credits.

MUSI 492  Independent Study: 1-3 Credits (1 Other)

PREREQUISITE: Junior standing, consent of instructor and approval of the director. Directed research and study on an individual basis
Repeatable up to 6 credits.

MUSI 494  Seminar: 1 Credits (1 Other)

PREREQUISITE: Junior standing and as determined for each offering. Topics offered at the upper division level which are not covered in regular courses. Students participate in preparing and presenting discussion material
Repeatable up to 4 credits.

MUSI 495  Applied Music IV: 1-2 Credits (1-2 Other)

PREREQUISITE: MUSI 395 and successful audition
COREQUISITE: Concurrent university ensemble participation. Continued study of techniques of performance and interpretation to develop musical ability, expressivity, accuracy, and stylistic awareness in student's performance area. May be repeated (maximum of eight enrollments)
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Repeatable up to 8 credits.

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  1. Technique: Students will demonstrate consistency in tone color and projection within a two-octave range. \\n
  2. Repertoire: Students will rehearse/memorize a specified set of pieces, appropriate to 400-level performance.
  3. Musical: Students will demonstrate musical sensitivity, pitch and rhythmic accuracy, and independent music reading and interpretive skills to expressively and accurately perform intermediate to advanced repertoire.
  4. Performance: In addition to regular seminar performances, students will demonstrate the necessary expressive and professional skills to present a senior recital. \\n

MUSI 498  Internship: 2-6 Credits (2-6 Other)

internship in music.
Repeatable up to 12 credits.

MUSI 499R  Senior Capstone Project: 3 Credits (3 Lec)

This course involves the study of research methods and the completion and dissemination of an original research project mentored by a faculty member.

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  1. Students will understand the process that professors use to discover new knowledge in music and related fields.
  2. Students will be able to connect the many subject areas they have studied in music throughout their undergraduate degree.
  3. Students will learn proper procedure for preparing a new work for dissemination.

MUSI 501  Analytical Techniques: 3 Credits (3 Lec)

Review and practice of analytical and theoretical procedures and concepts in a variety of musical genres and styles. (Examining trends, cultural traditions, attitudes, and practices; rethinking and re-grounding aesthetic and stylistic positions. A major theoretical analysis of an approved work is required.

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  1. Demonstrate facility in essential analytic techniques for tonal music through in-depth score study and the production of detailed formal analyses.
  2. Demonstrate critical and musical reasoning through the development and articulation of original theoretical interpretations of musical excerpts within historical and cultural contexts.
  3. Demonstrate proficiency in communicating theoretical concepts and analytical observations by formulating original interpretations of musical works, disseminating interpretations iboth verbally and in writing, and supporting analyses with detailed musical observations, personal professional experience, and related secondary literature.
  4. Demonstrate the practical applications of theoretical content at the K-12 level through the creation of age-appropriate technical and performance products that incorporate creative thinking, symbolic reasoning, and information literacy content.

MUSI 502  Musicology: 3 Credits (3 Lec)

Review and study of the scope, bibliography, and methodologies of musicology, with an emphasis on specific works and current trends. An in-depth analysis of repertoire through multiple theoretical techniques. Exploring the relationship between analysis and performance decisions drawing on performance practice and contemporaneous sources. A major historical analysis of an approved work is required.

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  1. Demonstrate the critical assessment of musical scores, recordings, and performances as encountered in a broad range of historical, social, cultural, and performative contexts by effectively communicating complex ideas in academic writing.
  2. Demonstrate the ability to synthesize and systematically evaluate musicological texts and their associated political, social, cultural, historical, and geographical contexts by clearly communicating summaries and original perspectives in written assignments and discussion forums.
  3. Demonstrate skills in critical thinking, argumentation, and effective written communication by thoughtfully engaging in peer discussions and debates regarding the interactions between music and context.

MUSI 515  Contemp Direct Music: 2 Credits (2 Lec)

PREREQUISITE: MUSI 302. In-depth investigation of musical styles prevalent in western music between 1975-present

MUSI 519  World Music: 2 Credits (2 Lec)

PREREQUISITE: MUSI 302. Approaches to and use of music in world cultures. The influence of world musics on Western music

MUSI 520  Montana Chamber Music Workshop: 2 Credits (4 Lab)

PREREQUISITE: MUSI 295, MUSI 295 and consent of instructor. Students investigate the wealth of chamber music literature that includes their own instrument in various instrumental combinations, through coached playing assignments and in performance forums

MUSI 540  Advanced Conducting: 1-3 Credits (1-3 Other)

PREREQUISITE: Graduate standing. (F, Sp) Conducting techniques, score study and rehearsal procedures for direction of instrumental and choral groups in the public schools. Online readings, research, and discussions with on-campus and off-site conducting of ensembles. May be repeated for credit

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  1. Demonstrate essential conducting skills.
  2. Identify, evaluate, analyze, and teach new and classic literature for school ensemble.
  3. Instruct, direct, and motivate elementary, middle, and secondary school ensembles.

MUSI 548  Ensemble: 1 Credits (1 Lab)

PREREQUISITE: Successful Audition. Graduate students perform in large or chamber instrumental or choral ensemble ensembles. May be repeated
Repeatable up to 99 credits.

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  1. Allow top-performing students in the Winds/Brass area the opportunity to play their instruments regularly during the semester, with a minimum of 15 hours of instructional time per credit-hour.
  2. Students will engage with college-level band repertoire requiring technical proficiency, musical understanding, advanced rehearsal protocols, and active music-making during rehearsal.
  3. Complete a performance-based project. This could be in the form of a virtual concert, a recording, or other similar activity.
  4. MUSI 548: In individual consultation with the instructor, students will discuss/define/present \\n(or conduct/lead) other students in musical rehearsal. \\n
  5. Online/Virtual Course Outcomes: Listen, understand, and appreciate classic, modern, experimental, and standard repertoire as might be performed by a wind band.
  6. Online/Virtual Course Outcomes: Continue to create instrumental music as a part of a virtual band.
  7. Online/Virtual Course Outcomes: Explore the non-technical/non-performance role of instrumental music: as service, as therapy, and in the broader culture of our time.
  8. Online/Virtual Course Outcomes: MUSI 548: Create a program/curriculum for an advanced wind ensemble.

MUSI 550  Graduate Recital: 1 Credits (1 Other)

PREREQUISITE: MUED 560. Formal recital to include works from different eras

MUSI 595  Applied Music: 1-2 Credits (1-2 Lab)

PREREQUISITE: Graduate standing. (F, Sp) Advanced studies of techniques of performance and interpretation to develop musical ability, expression, accuracy and stylistic awareness in student's performance area. May be repeated
Repeatable up to 12 credits.

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  1. perform solo repertoire at his/her highest potential with healthy\\ntechnique\\n\\n\\n
  2. demonstrate a comprehensive knowledge of musical notation and\\nlanguage
  3. demonstrate an understanding of the elements of music, including\\nmelody, harmony, rhythm, tempo, dynamics, phrasing, form and style
  4. perform advanced repertoire with technical proficiency