2012-14 Academic Catalog

School of Music

(College of Humanities, Arts and Sciences)

www.uni.edu/music

The School of Music offers the following undergraduate and graduate programs and graduate program certificates.  Specific requirements for these programs are listed within this School of Music section in the following order: 

  • Undergraduate Major (B.A.)
    • Music
  • Minors
    • Jazz Studies
    • Music
  • Undergraduate Majors (B.M.)
    • Composition-Theory
    • Music Education
    • Performance
  • Graduate Major (M.A.)
    • Music
  • Graduate Majors (M.M.)
    • Composition
    • Conducting
    • Jazz Pedagogy
    • Music Education
    • Music History
    • Performance
    • Piano Performance and Pedagogy
  • Program Certificates
    • Artist Diploma I
    • Artist Diploma II

The School of Music offers majors and minors under two baccalaureate degrees: the Bachelor of Arts and the Bachelor of Music.

The Music major under the Bachelor of Arts degree is a liberal arts program for the student interested in combining the discipline of music training with the breadth offered by a liberal arts curriculum.  Five tracks are available to pursue within this degree program.

The Music Education major is a professional Bachelor of Music degree designed to prepare the student for a teaching career and provides licensure in music for grades K-8 and 5-12. The Composition-Theory and Performance majors are professional Bachelor of Music degrees designed to prepare the student for 1) a career as a composer or an artist-performer, or 2) entrance to graduate schools where further excellence in composition or in a performance area might be pursued.

General Requirements for Undergraduate Majors

Music majors on all degree programs must choose an area of applied music (MUS APPL xxx/540:xxx) for specialization and must meet the proficiency standards of the School of Music. The total required applied hours indicated for each major must be completed on one of the specialization instruments or voice on which the student auditioned. Dividing the required applied hours among various instruments, or voice and instrument(s), will not satisfy the applied music portion of any of the degree programs.

Auditions: Admission to the School of Music requires successful completion of an audition in the main performance area.

Piano Proficiency: Required of all majors. All freshmen will enroll in group piano class or applied piano continuously (semester by semester) until piano proficiency has been passed. For Music Education majors, requirements must be completed prior to student teaching.

Vocal and Instrumental Competency: Required of all Music Education Majors. Instrumental students (Specialization B) will attend special sections of MUS ED 1100 (570:010) Instrumental Techniques taught by vocal/choral faculty. Keyboard majors enrolling for Specialization A must also satisfy vocal proficiency as determined by the voice faculty.

Foreign Language: Bachelor of Music Performance voice majors are required to complete one semester (5 credits-UNI) at the college/university level in each of two foreign languages. Ten (10) semester hours of credit in a foreign language are strongly recommended for students whose applied concentration is voice (Music Education major) and for all non-voice majors on the Bachelor of Music Performance program.

Large Ensembles: In addition to applied music, all music majors must participate in at least one of the designated large ensembles for a minimum of 8 semesters (7 semesters for students in the music education program). Participation in large ensembles will be continuous from the first semester of residence until completion of the requirement. Participation in ensemble [MUS ENS 1120 (530:012), MUS ENS 3120/5120 (530:112g)] does not satisfy the large ensemble requirement. Auditions are required for all ensembles in the School of Music, and students will be assigned to ensembles according to audition results.

  • Wind and percussion students will be assigned to an appropriate instrumental ensemble. All wind and percussion students who are pursuing the degree of Bachelor of Music in Music Education are required to participate in marching band for a minimum of two semesters. (It is strongly recommended that this requirement be fulfilled during the freshman and sophomore years.)  B.A. Music: Jazz Studies majors will be assigned to the appropriate large jazz ensemble (sections 02, 03, or 04).
  • In the fall semester, participation in either Concert Band or Jazz Band II may satisfy the large ensemble requirement for students in select degree programs or those who have completed their respective marching band requirements.  All students must meet audition requirements for the two above ensembles.
  • String players will participate in the orchestra.
  • The initial choral ensemble for all freshmen voice students will be either UNI Singers or Women's Chorus. Freshmen are limited to participation in only one vocal large ensemble. Students performing targeted roles in UNI Opera main stage productions are exempt from ensemble participation for four (4) weeks preceding the final performance of the production.
  • Composition and Keyboard majors will audition for either an instrumental or a choral large ensemble. Keyboard majors in the music education program shall participate in an ensemble appropriate to their specialization.

Bachelor of Arts Degree Programs

Music Major

The Music major requires a minimum of 120 total hours to graduate. This total includes Liberal Arts Core requirements and the following specified major requirements, plus electives to complete the minimum of 120 hours.

B.A. Music majors are not permitted to declare a double major within the School of Music.

B.A. Core Curriculum (34 hours) - required of all B.A. tracks

Applied Music (540:xxx), including 2 hours of 100/3000/4000-level work in major area12
Music Theory:
MUS THEO 1110 (580:011)Theory I2
MUS THEO 1120 (580:012)Theory II2
MUS THEO 1150 (580:015)Aural Training I1
MUS THEO 1160 (580:016)Aural Training II1
MUS THEO 1250 (580:025)Sight-Singing I1
MUS THEO 1260 (580:026)Sight-Singing II1
MUS THEO 2130 (580:013)Theory III2
MUS THEO 2140 (580:014)Theory IV *2
MUS THEO 2170 (580:017)Aural Training III1
MUS THEO 2270 (580:027)Sight-Singing III1
Music History and Musicology:
MUS HIST 1010 (590:001)History of Music I: Antiquity Through Renaissance2
MUS HIST 1020 (590:002)History of Music II: Baroque and Classical3
MUS HIST 1030 (590:003)History of Music III: Romantic, Twentieth, and Twenty-First Centuries3
Total Hours34

*

The corequisites for MUS THEO 2140 (580:014) [MUS THEO 2180 (580:018) and MUS THEO 2280 (580:028)] are only required for students pursuing Track 1 General Studies in Music.

Additional requirements: senior recital (half recital) - (may take the form of a performance, composition, or an essay). Up to two credit hours of large ensemble, 530:1xx/MUS ENS 3xxx, may be counted toward the 100/3000/4000-level music elective.

Tracks (choose 1, 2, 3, 4, or 5 below)

1.    General Studies in Music (12 hours beyond Core)

Required
B.A. Core34
Applied Music: MUS APPL xxxx (540:xxx), including 2 additional hours of100/3000/4000-level work in major area4
Music Theory:
MUS THEO 2180 (580:018)Aural Training IV1
MUS THEO 2280 (580:028)Sight-Singing IV1
MUS THEO 3100 (580:110)Analysis of Music2
Electives *4
Total Hours46

*

Electives in music (limited to 100/3000/4000-level courses in the following areas only: MUS TECH xxxx (560:xxx), MUS ED xxxx (570:xxx), MUS THEO xxxx (580:xxx), MUS HIST xxxx (590:xxx), MUS LIT xxxx (595:xxx).  Students who choose composition as their concentration will elect MUS THEO 3250/5250 (580:125g).

2.    Jazz Studies (15 hours beyond Core)

Required
B.A. Core (exclude MUS HIST 1010 (590:001))32
Jazz Ensembles
MUS ENS 3160/5160 (530:116g)Jazz Band2
Applied Improvisation: *2
Jazz Improvisation
Instrumental Jazz Improvisation: **3
Instrumental Jazz Improvisation
Jazz Arranging/Composition:
MUS THEO 3270/5270 (580:127g)Jazz Arranging I2
MUS THEO 3280/5280 (580:128g)Jazz Arranging II2
MUS THEO 3320/5320 (580:132g)Jazz Composition Class1
Jazz History:
MUS HIST 3600/5600 (590:160g)Jazz History and Styles ***3
Total Hours47

*

Upon completion of required hours of traditional applied music and the 3 hours of Instrumental Jazz Improvisation [MUS TECH 1520 (560:052)/MUS TECH 3520/5520 (560:152g)], students must take two semesters of Applied Improvisation, any section, for 1 hour of credit per semester.

**

Three sections, 1 hour each - Jazz Theory, Beginning Improvisation, Intermediate Improvisation)

***

Substitution for MUS HIST 1010 (590:001).


Admission to this track is by special audition/interview only, in addition to the audition for all music majors.

3.    String Pedagogy (19 hours beyond Core)

Required
B.A. Core34
Chamber Music:
MUS ENS 1120 (530:012)Ensemble2
Applied Music *4
Techniques (High and Low Strings):
MUS ED 1100 (570:010)Instrumental Techniques2
Instrumental Pedagogy (String):4
Instrumental Pedagogy (repeat, taking 2 sections)
Methods:
MUS ED 4161 (570:161)Instrumental Methods I: Strings1
Music Theory:
MUS THEO 3100 (580:110)Analysis of Music2
Music Literature:
MUS LIT 3200/5200 (595:120g)Performance Literature: _________________ (Strings-06)2
Internship:
MUS ED 3030 (570:103)Internship in String Pedagogy2
Total Hours53

*

(including 2 hours of a secondary stringed instrument): MUS APPL xxxx (540:xxx)

**

MUS ED 4161 (570:161) has prerequisite of MUS ED 1500 (570:050). Students pursuing Track 3 are not required to have the prerequisite MUS ED 1500 (570:050).

Full Recital (must include at least one selection performed on secondary string instrument).

Admission to this track is by special audition/interview only, in addition to audition required of all music majors. 

4.    Performing Arts Management (20 hours beyond Core)

Required
B.A. Core34
Accounting:
ACCT 2120 (120:030)Principles of Financial Accounting3
Marketing:
MKTG 2110 (130:101)Principles of Marketing3
Management/Music Techniques:
MGMT 3153 (150:153)Organizational Management3
MUS TECH 3110/5110 (560:111g)Performing Arts and Entertainment Law3
MUS TECH 3120/5120 (560:112g)Performing Arts Management3
Music Education and Methods:
MUS ED 3010 (570:101)Performing Arts Management Internship2
Economics:
ECON 1031 (920:024)Introduction to Economics3
Total Hours54

Interview required for admission to this program, in addition to the audition required of all music majors. 

5.    Music Technology (18 hours beyond Core)

Required
B.A. Core34
Communication Studies production courses:9
Audio Production: (Topic)
Audio Practicum
Applied Electronic Media
Music Technology:
MUS THEO 3220/5220 (580:122g)Music and Technology2
MUS THEO 3230/5230 (580:123g)Music Technology, Advanced3
Composition (focus on electronic music):
MUS THEO 1300 (580:030)Composition Class2
Internships (recording and sound engineering):
MUS ED 3020 (570:102)Music Technology Internship2
Senior Project in Music Technology:
MUS THEO 4900 (580:190)Senior Project, Music Technology0
Total Hours52

Interview required for admission to this program, in addition to the audition required of all music majors.

Minors

Jazz Studies Minor

Jazz Studies minors are not permitted to declare the Jazz Specialization C within the Music Education major.

Required
Music, Organizations and Ensembles: MUS ENS (530:x16) (Jazz Bands and Combos)6
Applied Music [MUS APPL xxxx (540:xxx)]4
Music Techniques:3
Instrumental Jazz Improvisation
Music Theory:
MUS THEO 3270/5270 (580:127g)Jazz Arranging I2
MUS THEO 3280/5280 (580:128g)Jazz Arranging II2
MUS THEO 3320/5320 (580:132g)Jazz Composition Class1
Music History and Musicology:
MUS HIST 3600/5600 (590:160g)Jazz History and Styles3
Total Hours21

Music Minor

Required
Music:
MUSIC 1100 (520:010)Soundscapes: Music in Culture3
Music, Organizations and Ensembles (MUS ENS xxxx/530:xxx):2
Applied Music (MUS APPL xxxx/540:xxx)4
Music Theory:
MUS THEO 1110 (580:011)Theory I2
MUS THEO 1120 (580:012)Theory II2
MUS THEO 1150 (580:015)Aural Training I1
MUS THEO 1160 (580:016)Aural Training II1
MUS THEO 1250 (580:025)Sight-Singing I1
MUS THEO 1260 (580:026)Sight-Singing II1
Electives in music: (MUS TECH xxxx/560:xxx, MUS ED xxxx/570:xxx, MUS THEO xxxx/580:xxx, MUS HIST xxxx/590:xxx, MUS LIT xxxx/595:xxx)7
Total Hours24

Departmental audition requirements apply to both of these minors.

Bachelor of Music Degree Programs

Composition-Theory Major

The B.M. Composition-Theory major requires a minimum of 121 total hours to graduate. This total includes Liberal Arts Core requirements and the following specified major requirements to complete the minimum of 121 hours.

Required
Music Theory/Applied Music:
Composition Class:
MUS THEO 1300 (580:030)Composition Class2
Music and Technology:
MUS THEO 3220/5220 (580:122g)Music and Technology2
Applied Composition:
MUS APPL 1540 (540:054)Composition4
MUS APPL 3540/5540 (540:154g)Composition12
Music, Organizations and ensembles [MUS ENS xxxx (530:xxx)]8
Applied Music: Applied Piano: *
MUS APPL 2600 (540:060)Applied Piano Beyond Proficiency2
Music Techniques:6
Instrumental Jazz Improvisation
Select one of the following:
Conducting I—Instrumental
Conducting I—Choral
Conducting II—Instrumental
Conducting II—Choral
Music Theory:
MUS THEO 1110 (580:011)Theory I2
MUS THEO 1120 (580:012)Theory II2
MUS THEO 1150 (580:015)Aural Training I1
MUS THEO 1160 (580:016)Aural Training II1
MUS THEO 1250 (580:025)Sight-Singing I1
MUS THEO 1260 (580:026)Sight-Singing II1
MUS THEO 2130 (580:013)Theory III2
MUS THEO 2140 (580:014)Theory IV2
MUS THEO 2170 (580:017)Aural Training III1
MUS THEO 2180 (580:018)Aural Training IV1
MUS THEO 2270 (580:027)Sight-Singing III1
MUS THEO 2280 (580:028)Sight-Singing IV1
MUS THEO 3100 (580:110)Analysis of Music2
MUS THEO 3250/5250 (580:125g)Counterpoint Survey3
MUS THEO 3260/5260 (580:126g)Orchestration3
Music History and Musicology:
MUS HIST 1010 (590:001)History of Music I: Antiquity Through Renaissance2
MUS HIST 1020 (590:002)History of Music II: Baroque and Classical3
MUS HIST 1030 (590:003)History of Music III: Romantic, Twentieth, and Twenty-First Centuries3
Select one of the following:3
MUS HIST 3xxx (590:1xx)
MUS LIT 3xxx (595:1xx)
Electives in music: (100/3000/4000-level)8
The following jazz courses are recommended:
Jazz Arranging I
Jazz Arranging II
Jazz Composition Class
Total Hours79

*

Taken beyond MUS APPL 1467 (540:P46)

Additional requirements:

  1. Senior Project: In the last semester before graduation, the student must have completed a large work for orchestra or wind symphony (or some other option with the consent of the composition faculty). The work will be given a reading, the date of which is to be determined by the director of the ensemble. The director shall also dictate the date of delivery for the score and parts. The student will prepare the score and parts using an industry standard computer notation/printing program such as Finale or Sibelius.
  2. Majors are expected to present regular performances of their pieces on the Student Composers Concert series (minimum of five performances).
  3. Majors must have a grade of B or better in Analysis MUS THEO 3100 (580:110) before they can take  Counterpoint Survey MUS THEO 3250/5250 (580:125g) .
  4. Senior recital (full recital).

 Music Education Major (Extended Program)

The B.M. Music Education major requires a minimum of 136 total hours for Specialization A, minimum of 137 total hours for Specialization B, and a minimum of 149 total hours for Specialization C to graduate. This total includes Liberal Arts Core requirements, the Professional Education Requirements, and the specified major requirements to complete the minimum of 136, 137 or 149 hours (depending on specialization).

Required
Music, Organizations and Ensembles (MUS ENS xxxx/530:xxx)7
Applied Music (MUS APPL xxxx/540:xxx) see specializations below:
Music Education and Methods:
MUS ED 1500 (570:050)Introduction to Music Education2
MUS ED 3410 (570:141)Elementary/General Music Methods3
Music Theory:
MUS THEO 1110 (580:011)Theory I2
MUS THEO 1120 (580:012)Theory II2
MUS THEO 1150 (580:015)Aural Training I1
MUS THEO 1160 (580:016)Aural Training II1
MUS THEO 1250 (580:025)Sight-Singing I1
MUS THEO 1260 (580:026)Sight-Singing II1
MUS THEO 2130 (580:013)Theory III2
MUS THEO 2140 (580:014)Theory IV2
MUS THEO 2170 (580:017)Aural Training III1
MUS THEO 2180 (580:018)Aural Training IV1
MUS THEO 2270 (580:027)Sight-Singing III1
MUS THEO 2280 (580:028)Sight-Singing IV1
MUS THEO 3100 (580:110)Analysis of Music2
Music History and Musicology:
MUS HIST 1010 (590:001)History of Music I: Antiquity Through Renaissance2
MUS HIST 1020 (590:002)History of Music II: Baroque and Classical3
MUS HIST 1030 (590:003)History of Music III: Romantic, Twentieth, and Twenty-First Centuries3
Core total applicable to all specializations below38
Major total with Specialization A66
Major total with Specialization B67
Major total with Specialization C77

Specializations (choose A, B, or C below)-

Specialization A (Choral/General: K-8, 5-12)

Applied Music: (MUS APPL xxxx/540:xxx) including at least 4 hours of 100/3000/4000-level work in major area:12
Applied Music: Applied Piano: *
MUS APPL 2600 (540:060)Applied Piano Beyond Proficiency2
Music Techniques:
MUS TECH 1180 (560:018)Conducting I—Choral2
MUS TECH 1220 (560:022)Conducting II—Choral3
MUS TECH 1300 (560:030)Diction for Singers I1
MUS TECH 1310 (560:031)Diction for Singers II1
Music Education and Methods:
MUS ED 1750 (570:075)Guitar in the Classroom2
MUS ED 3300/5300 (570:130g)Vocal Pedagogy2
MUS ED 3650 (570:165)Choral Methods and Materials3
Total Hours28

*

Taken beyond MUS APPL 1467 (540:P46).

Specialization B (Instrumental/General: K-8, 5-12)

Applied Music (MUS APPL xxxx/540:xxx) including at least 4 hours of 100/3000/4000-level work in major area14
Music Techniques:
MUS TECH 1170 (560:017)Conducting I—Instrumental2
MUS TECH 1210 (560:021)Conducting II—Instrumental3
Music Education and Methods: *10
Instrumental Techniques
Instrumental Methods III: School Administration
Instrumental Methods IV: Jazz Band
Instrumental Methods I: Strings
Instrumental Methods II: Marching Band
Total Hours29

*

6 hrs., including one course each from brass, percussion, strings, and woodwinds.

Specialization C (Jazz/General: K-8, 5-12)

Applied Music (MUS APPL xxxx/540:xxx) including at least 4 hours of 100/3000/4000-level work in major area:14
Music Techniques:8
Conducting I—Instrumental
Conducting II—Instrumental
Instrumental Jazz Improvisation
Music Education and Methods:10
Instrumental Techniques
Instrumental Methods III: School Administration
Instrumental Methods IV: Jazz Band
Instrumental Methods I: Strings
Instrumental Methods II: Marching Band
Music Theory:
MUS THEO 3270/5270 (580:127g)Jazz Arranging I2
MUS THEO 3280/5280 (580:128g)Jazz Arranging II2
Music History and Musicology:
MUS HIST 3600/5600 (590:160g)Jazz History and Styles3
Total Hours39

Note: Music Education majors will meet the requirements of MEASRES 3150 (250:150) Classroom Assessment (Professional Education Requirements), by completing MUS ED 3410 (570:141) (all majors), and MUS ED 3630 (570:163), MUS ED 3640 (570:164), MUS ED 4161 (570:161), and MUS ED 4162 (570:162)(instrumental and jazz majors), ; or MUS ED 3650 (570:165) (Choral/General majors). They will meet the requirements of INSTTECH 1020 (240:020) Secondary Educational Technology and Design by completing MUS ED 1500 (570:050) Introduction to Music Education. These options remain valid only for those students who complete their undergraduate degrees in music education.

Additional Major Requirements: 

  1. For all specializations: degree recital (half recital).
  2. For specialization C (Jazz): two (2) semesters of jazz combo are required in addition to the large ensemble requirement (7 hours) of orchestra, chorus or band.
  3. For all specializations: students must have a minimum grade of C in all music subjects and pass the degree recital in order to qualify for student teaching.
  4. Large ensemble requirements for guitar majors can be fulfilled by participation in either Jazz I, II, III, or IV, or a jazz combo.
  5. Guitar majors may not pursue the Music Education with Jazz specialization degree.

Note: Students declaring the Jazz Specialization C cannot double major in Instrumental Specialization B within the Music Education Major.

Performance Major

The B.M. Performance major requires a minimum of 122 total hours to graduate for Track A (Instrumental) and 132 hours to graduate for Track B (Vocal). This total includes Liberal Arts Core requirements and the following specified major requirements to complete the minimum of 122 hours (Track A) and 132 hours (Track B).

Track A (Instrumental)

Required
Music, Organizations and Ensembles (MUS ENS xxxx/530:xxx):8
Applied Music (MUS APPL xxxx/540xxx) including at least 12 hours of 100/3000/4000-level work in the major area:22
Music Techniques:
MUS TECH 1170 (560:017)Conducting I—Instrumental2
MUS TECH 1210 (560:021)Conducting II—Instrumental3
Music Pedagogy:
Select one of the following:2
Instrumental Pedagogy (instrumental majors) *
Piano Pedagogy: Elementary (keyboard majors)
Music Theory:
MUS THEO 1110 (580:011)Theory I2
MUS THEO 1120 (580:012)Theory II2
MUS THEO 1150 (580:015)Aural Training I1
MUS THEO 1160 (580:016)Aural Training II1
MUS THEO 1250 (580:025)Sight-Singing I1
MUS THEO 1260 (580:026)Sight-Singing II1
MUS THEO 2130 (580:013)Theory III2
MUS THEO 2140 (580:014)Theory IV2
MUS THEO 2170 (580:017)Aural Training III1
MUS THEO 2180 (580:018)Aural Training IV1
MUS THEO 2270 (580:027)Sight-Singing III1
MUS THEO 2280 (580:028)Sight-Singing IV1
MUS THEO 3100 (580:110)Analysis of Music2
MUS THEO 3xxx/4xxx (580:1xx)3
Music History and Musicology/Performance Literature and Repertory:
MUS HIST 1010 (590:001)History of Music I: Antiquity Through Renaissance2
MUS HIST 1020 (590:002)History of Music II: Baroque and Classical3
MUS HIST 1030 (590:003)History of Music III: Romantic, Twentieth, and Twenty-First Centuries3
MUS LIT 3200/5200 (595:120g)Performance Literature: _________________2
MUS HIST 3xxx/4xxx (590:1xx)3
Electives: MUS APPL xxxx (540:xxx), maximum of 4 hrs.), MUS TECH xxxx (560:xxx), MUS ED xxxx (570:xxx), MUS THEO xxxx (580:xxx), MUS HIST xxxx (590:xxx), MUS LIT xxxx (595:xxx) only9
Total Hours80

*

MUS ED 3380/5380 (570:138g) has prerequisite of MUS ED 1100 or teaching experience.

Track B (Vocal)

Required
Music, Organizations and Ensembles [MUS ENS xxxx (530:xxx)]:8
Applied Music [MUS APPL xxxx (540:xxx)] including at least 12 hours of 100/3000/4000-level work in the major area:22
Music Techniques:
MUS TECH 1180 (560:018)Conducting I—Choral2
MUS TECH 1300 (560:030)Diction for Singers I1
MUS TECH 1310 (560:031)Diction for Singers II1
MUS TECH 1320 (560:032)Diction for Singers I Performance Lab1
MUS TECH 1330 (560:033)Diction for Singers II Performance Lab1
MUS TECH 1600 (560:060)Opera Performance I1
MUS TECH 3610/5610 (560:161g)Opera Performance II2
Music Pedagogy:
MUS ED 3300/5300 (570:130g)Vocal Pedagogy2
Music Theory:
MUS THEO 1110 (580:011)Theory I2
MUS THEO 1120 (580:012)Theory II2
MUS THEO 1150 (580:015)Aural Training I1
MUS THEO 1160 (580:016)Aural Training II1
MUS THEO 1250 (580:025)Sight-Singing I1
MUS THEO 1260 (580:026)Sight-Singing II1
MUS THEO 2130 (580:013)Theory III2
MUS THEO 2140 (580:014)Theory IV2
MUS THEO 2170 (580:017)Aural Training III1
MUS THEO 2180 (580:018)Aural Training IV1
MUS THEO 2270 (580:027)Sight-Singing III1
MUS THEO 2280 (580:028)Sight-Singing IV1
MUS THEO 3100 (580:110)Analysis of Music2
Music History and Musicology/Performance Literature and Repertory:
MUS HIST 1010 (590:001)History of Music I: Antiquity Through Renaissance2
MUS HIST 1020 (590:002)History of Music II: Baroque and Classical3
MUS HIST 1030 (590:003)History of Music III: Romantic, Twentieth, and Twenty-First Centuries3
MUS LIT 3200/5200 (595:120g)Performance Literature: _________________2
MUS HIST 3xxx/4xxx (590:1xx) and/or MUS LIT 3xxx/4xxx (595:1xx)3
Electives: MUS APPL xxxx (540:xxx),maximum of 4 hrs., MUS TECH xxxx (560:xxx), MUS ED xxxx (570:xxx), MUS THEO xxxx (580:xxx), MUS HIST xxxx (590:xxx), MUS LIT xxxx (595:xxx) only8
Total Hours80

Additional Requirements (both tracks):

  1. Junior recital (half recital).
  2. Senior recital (full recital).
  3. Voice majors are required to complete one semester of college level study in two languages other than English, and are strongly recommended to take 595:120 Performance Literature for Voice II.

Note: Performance majors who desire teaching licensure can complete the music methods requirements under the Music Education major and the Professional Education Requirements.

Master of Arts Degree Program

Major in Music

Students wishing to take a course for graduate credit in the School of Music, or wishing to pursue a degree program in this department, must consult with the Associate Director of the School of Music for Graduate Studies prior to registration for any course. Detailed information concerning requirements and procedures will be provided, and specified evidence of previous accomplishments will be reviewed.

The Graduate Record Examination (General Test) is not required for admission to the program.

The M.A. Major in Music involves a course of study comprising a minimum of specialization in an applied area and a maximum of curricular flexibility. (Master of Music majors are listed immediately following the M.A. in Music.)

An applicant for a graduate degree program in the School of Music should possess the baccalaureate degree in music or a demonstrated equivalent. The student should have attained a high degree of proficiency in one or more of the following areas: performance, theory-composition, music education, or music history. Applicants must audition in person in their applied specialization (an audio recording would be accepted if the in-person audition would pose undue hardship).

A prospective major must take a written diagnostic examination in the areas of theory, music history, and expository writing skills. This examination normally is taken immediately prior to initial registration as a graduate student. If necessary, a student will take courses to make up any deficiency; such courses will not count toward degree requirements.

Successful completion of a final comprehensive written examination is required for both thesis and non-thesis options. This examination normally will take place after the candidate has completed the course work required for the degree. The grade B- or above is required for all courses in the Graduate Music Core. Under extenuating circumstances, exceptions to this policy must be approved by the instructor of record, the Associate Director for Graduate Studies and the Director of the School of Music. For discussion of credit for applied music under the M.A. degree, see course descriptions Music, Applied. For more information visit www.uni.edu/music.

Students who plan to receive the degree Master of Arts (M.A.) must meet the graduate regulations and requirements for the master’s program and the specific major requirements.

Students interested in this program must submit a completed Application for Admission to Graduate Study and should contact the School of Music for other admission requirements.  Graduate information and application for graduate admission can be found at www.grad.uni.edu/admission.

Program Requirements

Only graduate courses (course numbers 5000 or above) will apply to a graduate degree, even if the undergraduate course number (4999 or less) is listed. No exceptions will be made.

This major is available on the thesis and non-thesis options, and requires a minimum of 30 semester hours. Students selecting the non-thesis option will write a research paper. A minimum of 15 hours of 200/6000-level course work is required for the thesis option, including 6 hours of ____ 6299 (5xx:299) Research. A minimum of 12 hours of 200/6000-level course work is required for the non-thesis option, including 3 hours of  ____:6299 (299) Research [course prefix for 6299 Research: MUSIC, MUS APPL, MUS ED, MUS ENS, MUS HIS MUS LIT, MUS TECH, MUS THEO (520-595)].

Graduate Music Core
Music Theory:
MUS THEO 6100 (580:210)Analytical Techniques I3
MUS THEO 6110 (580:211)Analytical Techniques II3
Music History and Musicology:
MUS HIST 6220 (590:222)Research and Writing in Music3
Music Literature:
Select one from the following:3
Music History—Middle Ages and Renaissance
Music History—Baroque
Music History—Classic
Music History—Romantic
Music History—20th Century
Specialization: Applied Music:4
MUS APPL 5xxx (540:1xxg)
Research:3 or 6
(6 hours of ___6299 (5xx:299) Research for thesis option *
(3 hours of ____ 6299 (5xx:299) Research for non-thesis option *
Electives: music (all areas except applied music)8
Other electives as approved by the department0 or 3
Thesis option - 0 hrs
Non-thesis option - 3 hrs
Total hours30

*

 ____:6299 (299) Research [course prefix MUSIC, MUS APPL, MUS ED, MUS ENS, MUS HIS MUS LIT, MUS TECH, MUS THEO (520-595)].


Master of Music Degree Programs

Students wishing to take a course for graduate credit in the School of Music or wishing to pursue a degree program in this department must consult with the Associate Director for Graduate Studies in Music prior to registration for the course. Detailed information concerning requirements and procedures will be provided, and specific evidence of previous accomplishments will be reviewed.

The Master of Music degree is a professional degree designed to prepare the graduate for:

  1. enhanced opportunity in public and private school music teaching
  2. a college teaching career
  3. a performance career as a professional musician or composer
  4. further graduate work at the doctoral level. The following majors are offered:
  • Composition
  • Conducting
  • Jazz Pedagogy
  • Music Education
  • Music History
  • Performance
  • Piano Performance and Pedagogy

An applicant for a graduate degree program in the School of Music should possess the baccalaureate degree in music or a demonstrated equivalent. The student should have attained a high degree of proficiency in one or more of the following areas: performance, theory-composition, conducting, music education, or music history. In addition to the common regulations and requirements applicable to all master's degree programs, the following are required for admission to the specific major:

Composition majors: portfolio and, if possible, recordings of compositions.

Conducting majors: in-person audition and interview with at least two members of the Graduate Conducting faculty. It is also recommended the applicant have two years of conducting experience beyond the baccalaureate degree. A DVD or digital video file recording may be submitted in lieu of the in-person audition, but may not satisfy the audition requirement. Recordings should be of high quality and show the applicant in rehearsal situations, though performance recordings may also be included. Video recordings should include two or three works of varying styles, and be taken so as to clearly indicate the conductor's facial and other physical gestures.

Jazz Pedagogy: in-person audition and interview.

Music Education majors: in-person or telephone interview with a member of the Graduate Music Education faculty.

Music History majors: scholarly paper.

Performance majors and Piano Performance and Pedagogy majors: in-person audition (a recording would be accepted if the in-person audition would pose undue hardship).

A prospective major must take a written diagnostic examination in the areas of theory, music history, expository writing skills, and in the area of claimed competency, if different from the above (e.g., piano, brass, or woodwind instruments). This examination normally is taken immediately prior to initial registration as a graduate student. If a student is required to take remedial courses to make up any deficiency in preparatory work, those courses will not be counted toward degree requirements.

The Graduate Record Examination (General Test) is not required for admission to the Master of Music programs.

Only graduate courses (course numbers 5000 or above) will apply to a graduate degree, even if the undergraduate course number (4999 or less) is listed. No exceptions will be made.

A minimum of 15 semester hours of 200/6000-level course work is required of all majors enrolled for the thesis/recital option. Students completing the thesis option (not a recital and abstract) must have 6-9 semester hours of ____ 6299 (5xx:299) Research. A minimum of 12 semester hours of 200/6000-level course work is required of all majors enrolled for the non-thesis option [course prefix MUSIC, MUS APPL, MUS ED, MUS ENS, MUS HIS MUS LIT, MUS TECH, MUS THEO (520-595)].

Successful completion of an oral and written comprehensive examination is required of all students in this degree program. This examination normally will take place after the candidate has completed the course work required for the degree. The grade B- or above is required for all courses in the Graduate Music Core as well as all core courses in the specific degree plans. Under extenuating circumstances, exceptions to this policy must be approved by the instructor of record, the Associate Director of Graduate Studies and the Director of the School of Music. For more information go to www.uni.edu/music.

Students who plan to receive the degree Master of Music (M.M.) must meet the graduate regulations and requirements for the master’s program and the specific major requirements.

Students interested in this program must submit a completed Application for Admission to Graduate Study and should contact the School of Music for other admission requirements.  Graduate Information and application for graduate admission can be found at www.grad.uni.edu/admission.

Major in Composition

This major is offered on the thesis/recital option only, and requires a minimum of 35 semester hours. A minimum of 15 semester hours of 200/6000-level course work is required.

Only graduate courses (course numbers 5000 or above) will apply to a graduate degree, even if the undergraduate course number (4999 or less) is listed. No exceptions will be made.

Required
Graduate Music Core:
Music Theory:
MUS THEO 6100 (580:210)Analytical Techniques I3
MUS THEO 6110 (580:211)Analytical Techniques II3
Music History and Musicology:
MUS HIST 6220 (590:222)Research and Writing in Music3
Select one from the following:3
Music History—Middle Ages and Renaissance
Music History—Baroque
Music History—Classic
Music History—Romantic
Music History—20th Century
Specialization
Applied Music:
MUS APPL 6540 (540:254)Composition12
Music Electives: primarily in the areas of music literature and theory:11
Recital:
MUS APPL 6880 (540:288)Graduate Recital
Total Hours35

Additional Requirements:

  1. Performance recital of candidate-generated compositions.
  2. Recital abstract.

Major in Conducting

This major is offered on the thesis/recital option only, and requires a minimum of 36 semester hours. A minimum of 15 semester hours of 200/6000-level course work is required.

Only graduate courses (course numbers 5000 or above) will apply to a graduate degree, even if the undergraduate course number (4999 or less) is listed. No exceptions will be made.

Required
Graduate Music Core:
Music Theory:
MUS THEO 6100 (580:210)Analytical Techniques I3
MUS THEO 6110 (580:211)Analytical Techniques II3
Music History and Musicology:
MUS HIST 6220 (590:222)Research and Writing in Music3
Select one from the following:3
Music History—Middle Ages and Renaissance
Music History—Baroque
Music History—Classic
Music History—Romantic
Music History—20th Century
Specialization:
Music Organizations and Ensembles: 530:1xx/5xxx *4
Applied Music:
Select one of the following:12
Instrumental Conducting
Choral Conducting
Performance Literature and Repertory:
Select one of the following:3
History and Literature of Large Choral Forms
History and Literature of the Orchestra
History and Literature of the Wind Band
Recital:
MUS APPL 6880 (540:288)Graduate Recital
Music Electives: as approved by advisor:5
Total Hours36

*

Only one hour of ensemble per semester will count toward degree requirements. Large ensemble placement will be determined by audition.

Additional requirements:

  1. Two consecutive semesters (fall/spring) of residency with fulltime status (minimum of 9 graduate hours per semester).
  2. Conducting recital.
  3. Recital abstract.
  4. Conducting document (research paper).
  5. Score reading:
    1. Choral Conducting Majors - Ability to read and perform at the keyboard (allowing some time for advance preparation) an SATB open score of medium difficulty (e.g., Palestrina motet).
    2. Instrumental Conducting Majors - Ability to read and interpret a moderately complex instrumental score.
  6. Students are required to enroll in applied music in their performance area during the semester that they present their required recital.

Major in Jazz Pedagogy

This major is offered on the thesis/recital option only, and requires a minimum of 36 semester hours. A minimum of 15 semester hours of 200/6000-level course work is required.

Only graduate courses (course numbers 5000 or above) will apply to a graduate degree, even if the undergraduate course number (4999 or less) is listed. No exceptions will be made.

Required
Graduate Music Core:
Music Theory:
MUS THEO 6100 (580:210)Analytical Techniques I3
MUS THEO 6110 (580:211)Analytical Techniques II3
Music History and Musicology:
MUS HIST 6220 (590:222)Research and Writing in Music3
Select one from the following:3
Music History—Middle Ages and Renaissance
Music History—Baroque
Music History—Classic
Music History—Romantic
Music History—20th Century
Specialization:
Music Thechniques:4
Advanced Instrumental Jazz Improvisation *
Instrumental Jazz Improvisation
Jazz Pedagogy
Music Theory:5
Jazz Arranging I
Jazz Arranging II
Jazz Composition Class
Music, Organizations and Ensembles: **8
MUS ENS 3160/5160 (530:116g)Jazz Band
Research:
MUS TECH 6299 (560:299)Research2
Recital:
MUS APPL 6880 (540:288)Graduate Recital
Music electives:
Select 5 hours of electives from the following:5
Applied Music:
Percussion
Jazz Guitar
Jazz Bass
Jazz Piano
Music Theory:
Music and Technology
Music History and Musicology:
Jazz History and Styles (preferred)
Total Hours36

*

2 hrs. in jazz ensembles participation required each semester of residence.

**

Strongly recommended.

Additional requirements:

  1. Jazz performance recital
  2. Recital abstract
  3. Jazz bass proficiency
  4. Jazz piano proficiency
  5. Jazz drum set proficiency

Major in Music Education

This major is available on the thesis and non-thesis options, contingent on availability of faculty. Both options require a minimum of 33 semester hours. A minimum of 15 semester hours of 200/6000-level course work is required for the thesis option and a minimum of 12 semester hours of 200/6000-level course work is required for the non-thesis option.

Only graduate courses (course numbers 5000 or above) will apply to a graduate degree, even if the undergraduate course number (4999 or less) is listed. No exceptions will be made.

Required
Graduate Music Core:
Music Theory:
MUS THEO 6100 (580:210)Analytical Techniques I3
MUS THEO 6110 (580:211)Analytical Techniques II3
Music History and Musicology:
MUS HIST 6220 (590:222)Research and Writing in Music3
Select one from the following:3
Music History—Middle Ages and Renaissance
Music History—Baroque
Music History—Classic
Music History—Romantic
Music History—20th Century
Music Education core:
Research in Music Education and Methods:
MUS ED 6210 (570:221)Research Methodology in Music Education3
Research:
MUS ED 6299 (570:299)Research3 or 6
Thesis option (6 hrs.)
Non-thesis option (3 hrs.)
Music Education and Methods:
MUS ED 3450/5450 (570:145g)Developments and Trends in Music Education3
MUS ED 6300 (570:230)Foundations of Music Education3
MUS ED 6820 (570:282)Seminar: Music Learning and Behavior3
Music Education electives as approved by music education faculty:
Select one or two from the following:3 or 6
MUS ENS 5xxx (530:1xxg) (1-2 hrs.)
MUS APPL 5xxx (540:1xxg) (1-4 hrs.),
Conducting III—Instrumental
Conducting III—Choral
Accompanying
Instrumental Jazz Improvisation
Vocal Pedagogy
Pedagogical Approaches to Music Education
Instrumental Upkeep and Repair
Measurement and Evaluation in Music
School Music Administration and Classroom Management
Jazz Arranging I
Music of World Cultures
History and Literature of Large Choral Forms
History and Literature of the Orchestra
History and Literature of the Wind Band
Thesis option (3 hrs.)
Non-thesis option (6 hrs.)
Total hours33

Thesis Option (contingent on availability of faculty):

Required
Research:
MUS ED 6299 (570:299)Research (in lieu of 3 hours of electives)3

Note: A maximum of 2 hours of ensembles MUS ENS xxxx (530:xxx) and 4 hours of applied music MUS APPL xxxx (540:xxx) may be counted toward fulfilling minimum degree requirements.

Major in Music History

This major is offered on the thesis option only, and requires a minimum of 31 semester hours. A minimum of 15 semester hours of 200/6000-level course work is required.

Only graduate courses (course numbers 5000 or above) will apply to a graduate degree, even if the undergraduate course number (4999 or less) is listed. No exceptions will be made.

Required
Graduate Music core:
Music Theory:
MUS THEO 6100 (580:210)Analytical Techniques I3
MUS THEO 6110 (580:211)Analytical Techniques II3
Music History and Musicology:
MUS HIST 6220 (590:222)Research and Writing in Music3
Select one of the following:3
Music History—Middle Ages and Renaissance
Music History—Baroque
Music History—Classic
Music History—Romantic
Music History—20th Century
Specialization:
Music History and Musicology:12
Research (research for thesis - 6 hrs.)
MUS HIST 5xxx (590:1xx) (6 hrs.)
Electives:(maximum of 2 hrs. may be in applied music) *7
Total Hours31

Additional requirement:

Reading proficiency in either German or French.

Major in Performance

This major is offered on the thesis/recital option only, and requires a minimum of 32-36 semester hours (depending on specialization chosen). A minimum of 15 semester hours of 200/6000-level course work is required of all majors.

Only graduate courses (course numbers 5000 or above) will apply to a graduate degree, even if the undergraduate course number (4999 or less) is listed. No exceptions will be made.

Required
Graduate Music Core:
Music Theory:
MUS THEO 6100 (580:210)Analytical Techniques I3
MUS THEO 6110 (580:211)Analytical Techniques II3
Music History and Musicology:
MUS HIST 6220 (590:222)Research and Writing in Music3
Select one from the following:3
Music History—Middle Ages and Renaissance
Music History—Baroque
Music History—Classic
Music History—Romantic
Music History—20th Century
Recital:
MUS APPL 6880 (540:288)Graduate Recital
Specialization: (choose A,B, or C)20-24
Total Hours32-36

Specialization:

A.  Wind, Percussion, Keyboard or Strings

Music Ensemble: MUS ENS 5xxx (530:1xxg) ***2-4
Applied Music: MUS APPL 6xxx (540:2xx) (variable)10
Performance Literature and Repertory: *2-4
Performance Literature: _________________
Music electives: primarily in the areas of music theory and music literature5-7
Total hours21-23

B. Voice

Music, Organizations and Ensembles:2
Opera
   and Chorus **
Applied Music:8
Voice
Music Techniques:8
Vocal Coaching
Opera Performance II
Advanced Vocal Performance
Performance Literature and Repertory:4
Performance Literature: _________________
Music Education and Methods:2
Vocal Pedagogy
Total Hours24

C.  Multiple Woodwind

Music Ensemble: MUS ENS 5xxx (530:1xxg) **2
Applied Music:
MUS APPL 6xxx (540:2xx) (primary instrument)6
MUS APPL 5xxx (540:1xxg) (secondary instrument)4
Performance Literature and Repertory:
MUS LIT 3200/5200 (595:120g)Performance Literature: _________________ (section 09, 10, or 12)2
Instrumental Pedagogy:2-6
Instrumental Pedagogy
Music electives: ***4
Total Hours20-24

*

Students in the Keyboard specialization are required to take MUS LIT 3200 sections 03 and 04.

**

Students in the Voice specialization must take one semester of either Chamber Singers or Concert Chorale (to be determined upon formal audition for the choral conducting staff), and one semester of Opera Performance Ensemble. Students in the Instrumental specialization will choose Jazz Band I, Symphony Orchestra, Symphonic Band, or Wind Symphony, but only 2 hours of Jazz Band I may be counted toward minimum degree requirements. Students in the String specialization are required to complete 4 hours of ensembleMUS ENS 3170/5170 (530:117g) Symphony Orchestra. Chamber Music and/or accompanying may be elected by keyboard specialization.

***

Primarily in the areas of music theory, music history, music techniques, and performance; only 2 hours of 560:110g may count toward this requirement.

Additional requirements:

  1. Two consecutive semesters (fall/spring) of residency with fulltime status (minimum of 9 graduate hours per semester);
  2. Performance recital of at least sixty (60) minutes in length;
  3. Recital abstract;
  4. Two successful applied jury examinations (grades B or higher);
  5. Voice specialization must:
  6. Students are required to enroll in applied music in their performance area during the semester they present their recital.
  7. Multiple Woodwind specialization must:
    • Demonstrate proficiency on a third woodwind instrument (flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, or saxophone).
    • Students studying bassoon as one of the three required instruments must take at least one hour of Double Reed Making MUS TECH 3100/5100 (560:110g) Section 1: Bassoon.  Students studying oboe as one of the three required instruments must take at least one hour of Double Reed Making MUS TECH 3100/5100 (560:110g) Section 2: Oboe.
    • Students must perform on at least two of the 5 woodwind instruments listed above on the graduate recital.
    • Students studying flute as the primary or secondary instrument must take MUS ED 3380/5380 (570:138g) Instrumental Pedagogy: Flute.
    • Students studying clarinet as the primary or secondary instrument must take MUS ED 3380/5380 (570:138g) Instrumental Pedagogy: Clarinet.All students on this specialization must take MUS ED 3380/5380 (570:138g) Instrumental Pedagogy: Woodwinds.

Major in Piano Performance and Pedagogy

This major is offered on the thesis/full recital and non-thesis/half solo recital and pedagogy project options. Both options require a minimum of 34 semester hours. A minimum of 15 semester hours of 200/6000-level course work is required of all majors enrolled for the thesis/full recital option. A minimum of 12 semester hours of 200/6000-level course work is required of all majors enrolled for the non-thesis/half solo recital and pedagogy project option.

Only graduate courses (course numbers 5000 or above) will apply to a graduate degree, even if the undergraduate course number (4999 or less) is listed. No exceptions will be made.

Required
Graduate Music Core:
Music Theory:
MUS THEO 6100 (580:210)Analytical Techniques I3
MUS THEO 6110 (580:211)Analytical Techniques II3
Music History:
MUS HIST 6220 (590:222)Research and Writing in Music3
Select one from the following:3
Music History—Middle Ages and Renaissance
Music History—Baroque
Music History—Classic
Music History—Romantic
Music History—20th Century
Piano performance:
Applied Music:6
Piano
Music Literature:4
Performance Literature: _________________ (Piano I)
Performance Literature: _________________ (Piano II)
Piano pedagogy:
Music Education and Methods:10
Piano Pedagogy: Elementary
Music Learning and Motivation
Piano Pedagogy: Intermediate
Piano Pedagogy: Group and Adult
Piano Pedagogy: Internship
Recital:
MUS APPL 6880 (540:288)Graduate Recital
Electives
Select 2 hours from the Recommended List:2
Ensemble
Piano
Accompanying
Projects in Music Education
Piano Pedagogy: Internship
Readings
Music and Technology
Total Hours34

Additional requirements:

Final project-
Options:

  • Full solo recital/recital abstract
  • Half solo recital and pedagogy project (workshop or research paper)
  • Students are required to enroll in applied music in their performance area during the semester they present their recital.

Program Certificates

Artist Diploma (I) (II) Graduate Certificate

The Artist Diploma is a non-degree-granting professional program awarded by the School of Music for the successful completion of performance studies combined with general music studies. The curricular content of the proposed Artist Diploma program is designed to provide the student aspiring toward a professional career the opportunity to study and perform solo literature and chamber music without taking all the academic course requirements of a masters degree.

The Artist Diploma serves the needs of international and national students who are extremely talented, career minded, and dedicated to the art of music-making. Admission is considered once the student has completed a baccalaureate degree, or the international equivalent, and taken an in-person audition (a recording would be accepted if the in-person audition would pose undue hardship). Applicants not holding the baccalaureate degree or its equivalent but who have extensive study with a master teacher and noted performing experience, may apply. Interested students should contact the Associate Director of Graduate Studies within the School of Music.

Students may pursue the Artist Diploma I concurrently with or in addition to a graduate degree program in music. Only four (4) elective credits (no applied or ensemble credits) may be double counted. Admission to a graduate degree program in music does not guarantee admission to the Artist Diploma certificate program; a separate audition is required.

Artist Diploma (I)

Diploma (I) requires a minimum of 14 hours in the following program:

Required
Applied Music: MUS APPL 6xxx (540:2xx)6
Ensemble, or chamber ensemble, or opera performance, or accompanying:2
Electives in music *6
MUS APPL 6890Diploma Recital (must complete one recital and register for Diploma Recital during the semester in which recital is completed)0
Total Hours14

*

Courses must be selected from 100g/5000-level  and 200/6000-level offerings available during  the period of residency. Vocal students may  include up to 3 hours of foreign language study.  Only 2 hours of ensemble credits beyond the requirements will count toward music electives.  No additional applied music hours will count  toward music electives.  No applied or ensemble credits from another institution may be transferred for the Artist Diploma.)

Additional requirements:

  • Applied jury examination as required;
  • One full solo recital (Diploma recital);
  • All course work must be completed with a grade of B or higher, and applied study and Diploma I recital with a grade of A.

Artist Diploma (II)

Diploma (II) requires a minimum of 28 hours in the following program:

Required
Applied Music: MUS APPL 6xxx (540:2xx):12
Ensemble, or chamber ensemble, or opera performance, or collaborative playing:4
Electives in music *12
MUS APPL 6890Diploma Recital (must complete two recitals and register for Diploma Recital during each semester in which recitals are completed)0
Total Hours28

*

(Courses must be selected from 100g/5000-level and 200/6000-level offerings available during the period of residency. Vocal students may include up to 6 hours of foreign language study. Only 4 hours of ensemble credits beyond the requirements will count toward music electives. No additional applied music hours will count  toward music electives. No applied or ensemble credits from another institution may be transferred for an Artist Diploma certificate.)               

Additional requirements:

  • Applied jury examination as required;
  • Two full solo recitals (Diploma Recitals);
  • All course work must be completed with a grade of B or higher, and applied study with a grade of A.

                       

Bachelor of Arts Degree - Music: General Studies in Music Major (Track 1 - Major Code 5T1)

For additional information and sample plan of study go to http://www.uni.edu/music/docs/plan_of_study/Bachelor%20of%20Arts-Music%20%28Track%201%29%20Music%20General%20Studies%20in%20Music%20%285T1%29.pdf. 

Bachelor of Arts Degree - Music: Jazz Studies Major (Track 2 - Major Code 5T2)

For additional information and sample plan of study go to http://www.uni.edu/music/docs/plan_of_study/Bachelor%20of%20Arts-Music%20%28Track%202%29%20Jazz%20Studies%20%285T2%29.pdf. 

Bachelor of Arts Degree - Music: String Pedagogy Major (Track 3 - Major Code 5T3)

For additional information and sample plan of study go to http://www.uni.edu/music/docs/plan_of_study/Bachelor%20of%20Arts-Music%20%28Track%203%29%20Music%20String%20Pedagogy%20%285T3%29.pdf. 

Bachelor of Arts Degree - Music: Performing Arts Management Major (Track 4 - Major Code 5T4)

For additional information and sample plan of study go to http://www.uni.edu/music/docs/plan_of_study/Bachelor%20of%20Arts-Music%20%28Track%204%29%20Performing%20Arts%20Management%20%285T4%29.pdf.

Bachelor of Arts Degree - Music: Music Technology Major (Track 5 - Major Code 5T5)

For additional information and sample plan of study go to http://www.uni.edu/music/docs/plan_of_study/Bachelor%20of%20Arts-Music%20%28Track%205%29%20Music%20Technology%20%285T5%29.pdf. 

Bachelor of Music Degree - Composition Theory Major (Major Code 522)

For additional information and sample plan of study go to http://www.uni.edu/music/docs/plan_of_study/Bachelor%20of%20Music-%20Composition-Theory%20%28522%29.pdf. 

Bachelor of Music Degree - Music Education: Choral/General Major (Major Code 52A)

For additional information and sample plan of study go to http://www.uni.edu/music/docs/plan_of_study/Bachelor%20of%20Music-%20Music%20Education%20Choral%20General%20%28Specialization%20A%29%20%2852A%29.pdf. 

Bachelor of Music Degree - Music Education: Instrumental/General Major (Major Code 52I)

For additional information and sample plan of study go to http://www.uni.edu/music/docs/plan_of_study/Bachelor%20of%20Music-%20Music%20Education%20Instrumental%20%28Specialization%20B%29%20%2852B%29.pdf. 

Bachelor of Music Degree - Music Education: Jazz/General Major (Major Code 52J)

For additional information and sample plan of study go to http://www.uni.edu/music/docs/plan_of_study/Bachelor%20of%20Music-%20Music%20Education%20Jazz%20%28Specialization%20C%29%20%2852E%29.pdf. 

Bachelor of Music Degree - Performance: Track A (Instrumental) Major (Major Code 52H)

For additional information and sample plan of study go to http://www.uni.edu/music/docs/plan_of_study/Bachelor%20of%20Music-%20Performance%20%28Track%20A%29%20Instrumental%20%2852H%29.pdf. 

Bachelor of Music Degree - Performance: Track B (Vocal) Major (Major Code 52L)

For additional information and sample plan of study go to http://www.uni.edu/music/docs/plan_of_study/Bachelor%20of%20Music-%20Performance%20%28Track%20B%29%20Vocal%20%2852L%29.pdf


 

Music Education and Methods Courses

MUS ED 1100 (570:010). Instrumental Techniques — 1 hr.

Areas: flute, clarinet and saxophone, double reeds, high brass, low brass, high strings, low strings, percussion, and harp. Emphasis on pedagogy relevant to the elementary or beginning student musician. One hour credit for each area. Areas may not be repeated for additional credit. (Variable)

MUS ED 1500 (570:050). Introduction to Music Education — 2 hrs.

Overview of music education methodologies, philosophies, and techniques, including computer-based music instruction (CBMI). Techniques for audio and video recording of music ensembles. Prerequisite(s): accepted into Bachelor of Music-Music Education degree program or consent of instructor. (Fall, Spring)

MUS ED 1750 (570:075). Guitar in the Classroom — 2 hrs.

Emphasizes accompanimental skills, fingerstyle and pickstyle, and scale/chord foundations in the keys most used for guitar; basic classical guitar technique is used in reading standard notation within the first four frets (first position). Learned repertoire includes traditional roots music (folk and blues) as well as popular styles. (Variable)

MUS ED 3010 (570:101). Performing Arts Management Internship — 1 hr.

Students gain practical experience working in an arts organization. May be repeated. Prerequisite(s): major in B.A. Music Performing Arts Management Specialization; junior standing. (Variable)

MUS ED 3020 (570:102). Music Technology Internship — 1 hr.

Students gain practical experience working for an organization in which musical technology is a significant part of the services it offers. May be repeated. Prerequisite(s): major in B.A. Music Technology Specialization; junior standing. (Variable)

MUS ED 3030 (570:103). Internship in String Pedagogy — 1 hr.

Students will complete internships in UNI Suzuki Program and Price Lab School, or School of Music non-major string students. May be repeated. Prerequisite(s): major in B.A. Music String Pedagogy Specialization; junior standing. (Variable)

MUS ED 3300/5300 (570:130g). Vocal Pedagogy — 2 hrs.

Techniques of diagnosing and discussing vocal problems as related to the singing voice, and a survey of pedagogic materials. Actual teaching experience under supervision. Prerequisite(s): music major; junior standing. (Spring)

MUS ED 3380/5380 (570:138g). Instrumental Pedagogy — 2 hrs.

Topics vary depending upon instrument and instructor. Advanced techniques of solving physiological and psychological problems of performance. May be repeated with advisor approval. Prerequisite(s): MUS ED 1100 (570:010) or teaching experience; junior standing. (Variable)

MUS ED 3410 (570:141). Elementary/General Music Methods — 3 hrs.

Objectives and materials for and methods of teaching general music in public schools. Emphasis on contemporary approaches: Orff, Kodaly, Dalcroze, Integrated Arts, and other methodologies. Prerequisite(s): MUS ED 1500 (570:050) with grade of C or higher; junior standing or consent of instructor. (Variable)

MUS ED 3450/5450 (570:145g). Developments and Trends in Music Education — 3 hrs.

Evolving issues important to music educators. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite(s): MUS ED 1500 (570:050); junior standing. (Variable)

MUS ED 3480/5480 (570:148g). Piano Pedagogy: Elementary — 2 hrs.

Methods and materials related to the teaching of the elementary piano student, including psychological and technical development. Addresses business aspects. Observations of teaching required. Prerequisite(s): junior standing. (Variable)

MUS ED 3495/5495. Music Learning and Motivation — 2 hrs.

Exploration of theories and concepts in music learning and pedagogy, including achievement goals, motivation, implementation and assessment. Students will gain knowledge of how to influence students' motivation and intervention strategies to create meaningful lessons. Prerequisite(s): junior standing. (Variable)

MUS ED 3630 (570:163). Instrumental Methods III: School Administration — 1 hr.

Provides students with the necessary information to help them work successfully with administrators, other teachers, community members, parents, and students in the K-12 school setting. Prerequisite(s): MUS ED 1500 (570:050) with grade of C or higher; junior standing. (Fall)

MUS ED 3640 (570:164). Instrumental Methods IV: Jazz Band — 1 hr.

Jazz band methods and pedagogy for lessons and ensembles in the K-12 setting. Emphasis on rehearsal techniques and materials. Prerequisite(s): MUS ED 1500 (570:050) with grade of C or higher; junior standing. (Spring)

MUS ED 3650 (570:165). Choral Methods and Materials — 3 hrs.

Organization and development of public school choral organizations. Emphasis on rehearsal techniques, vocal production and blend, and materials suitable for choral ensembles. Evaluation techniques appropriate to school music setting. Prerequisite(s): MUS ED 1500 (570:050) with grade of C or higher; junior standing or consent of instructor. (Variable)

MUS ED 3750/5750 (570:175g). Pedagogical Approaches to Music Education — 3 hrs.

Introduction to the approach, techniques, methods, and philosophy of Orff, Kodaly, and Dalcroze teaching pedagogies. Prerequisite(s): MUS ED 3410 (570:141) or graduate status. (Variable)

MUS ED 3970/5970 (570:197g). Instrumental Upkeep and Repair — 2 hrs.

Areas: woodwinds, strings, brass, and percussion. Laboratory course with practical projects undertaken. Offered for instrumental majors. Prerequisite(s): junior standing. (Variable)

MUS ED 4161 (570:161). Instrumental Methods I: Strings — 1 hr.

String methods and pedagogy for lessons and ensembles in a K-12 setting. Prerequisite(s): MUS ED 1100 (570:010) section 06 or 07; MUS ED 1500 (570:050) with grade of C or higher; junior standing. (Spring)

MUS ED 4162 (570:162). Instrumental Methods II: Marching Band — 1 hr.

Fundamentals training, music selection and arranging, administrative approaches, and drill charting for school marching bands. Prerequisite(s): MUS ED 1500 (570:050) with grade of C or higher; junior standing. (Fall)

MUS ED 6210 (570:221). Research Methodology in Music Education — 3 hrs.

Introduction to various research methodologies used in music education. Required of graduate Music Education majors. (Variable)

MUS ED 6285 (570:285). Readings — 1-3 hrs.

Readings in Piano Pedagogy — 1-2 hrs. Independent readings from a selected list as approved by piano pedagogy instructor and department head. (Variable)
Readings in Music Education — 1-3 hrs. Readings in music education not normally covered in other courses. May be repeated for maximum of 3 hours. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. (Variable) (Variable)

MUS ED 6299 (570:299). Research.

(Variable)

MUS ED 6300 (570:230). Foundations of Music Education — 3 hrs.

Examination of the foundations and underlying principles of music education. (Variable)

MUS ED 6500 (570:250). Projects in Music Education — 1-3 hrs.

Students electing the non-thesis option will enroll in this course upon completion of course work. Course content consists of writing a final research paper. Students must enroll in this course continuously until the final research project has been completed. (Variable)

MUS ED 6520 (570:252). Jazz Pedagogy — 2 hrs.

Methods and materials related to teaching of jazz, including jazz ensemble rehearsal techniques, improvisation, jazz theory, and listening techniques. Prerequisite(s): graduate standing or consent of instructor. (Variable)

MUS ED 6550 (570:255). School Music Administration and Classroom Management — 3 hrs.

Philosophy, management, and public relations techniques and procedures associated with administration of elementary and secondary music programs. Prerequisite(s): graduate standing or consent of instructor. (Variable)

MUS ED 6570 (570:257). Piano Pedagogy: Intermediate — 2 hrs.

Methods and materials related to teaching of the intermediate piano student including psychological development, repertory, technique, the transfer student, and use of technology. Specific techniques related to teaching concept of artistry addressed. Observation of teaching required. (Variable)

MUS ED 6580 (570:258). Piano Pedagogy: Group and Adult — 2 hrs.

Materials and instructional techniques related to use of electronic piano lab, teaching of groups/class piano, and teaching adults. Exploration of curriculum planning and the benefits of group instruction in independent studio, public school, and university. (Variable)

MUS ED 6600 (570:260). Piano Pedagogy: Internship — 1 hr.

Piano teaching assignments, determined in consultation with supervisor. Students in M.M. Piano Performance and Pedagogy program must enroll in two separate 1-hour internships. Corequisite(s): MUS ED 3480/5480 (570:148g), MUS ED 3495/5495, MUS ED 6570 (570:257), or MUS ED 6580 (570:258). (Variable)

MUS ED 6820 (570:282). Seminar: Music Learning and Behavior — 3 hrs.

Exploration of behavioral, cognitive, and developmental theories affecting music teaching and learning. Required of graduate Music Education majors. (Variable)

MUS ED 6870 (570:287). Measurement and Evaluation in Music — 3 hrs.

Study of the measurement and evaluation techniques for music aptitude and achievement. Emphasis on developing teacher-made tests and available standardized music tests. (Variable)

Music Ensembles Courses

MUS ENS 1100 (530:010). Chorus.

(Concert Chorale, Chamber Singers, UNI Singers, Varsity Men's Glee Club, Women's Chorus, Cantorei) (Fall, Spring)

MUS ENS 1120 (530:012). Ensemble.

(Chamber Wind Ensemble, Flute Choir, Kaji-Daiko-Taiko Ensemble, West African Drum Ensemble, Chamber Woodwind Ensemble, Percussion Ensemble, Tuba-Euphonium Ensemble, Horn Choir, Clarinet Ensemble, etc.) (Variable)

MUS ENS 1150 (530:015). Band.

Concert Band (Offered Fall); Symphonic Band (Offered Spring); Pep Band (Offered Fall and Spring); Wind Symphony (Offered Fall and Spring) (Fall, Spring)

MUS ENS 1160 (530:016). Jazz Band.

(Fall, Spring)

MUS ENS 1170 (530:017). Orchestra.

(Fall, Spring)

MUS ENS 1180 (530:018). Marching Band.

(Fall)

MUS ENS 1190 (530:019). Opera.

Vocal performance ensemble specializing in opera literature. (Fall, Spring)

MUS ENS 3100/5100 (530:110g). Chorus.

(Concert Chorale, UNI Singers, Varsity Men's Glee Club, Women's Chorus, Cantorei) Prerequisite(s): junior standing. (Fall, Spring)

MUS ENS 3120/5120 (530:112g). Ensemble.

(Chamber Wind Ensemble, Flute Choir, Kaji-Daiko-Taiko Ensemble, West African Drum Ensemble, Chamber Woodwind Ensemble, Percussion Ensemble, Tuba-Euphonium Ensemble, Horn Choir, Clarinet Ensemble, etc.) Prerequisite(s): junior standing. (Fall, Spring)

MUS ENS 3150/5150 (530:115g). Band.

Concert Band (Offered Fall); Symphonic Band (Offered Spring); Pep Band (Offered Fall and Spring); Wind Symphony (Offered Fall and Spring) Prerequisite(s): junior standing.

MUS ENS 3160/5160 (530:116g). Jazz Band.

Prerequisite(s): junior standing. (Fall, Spring)

MUS ENS 3170/5170 (530:117g). Orchestra.

Prerequisite(s): junior standing. (Fall, Spring)

MUS ENS 3180/5180 (530:118g). Marching Band.

Prerequisite(s): junior standing. (Fall)

MUS ENS 3190/5190 (530:119g). Opera — 1 hr.

Vocal performance ensemble specializing in opera literature. Prerequisite(s): junior standing; consent of instructor. (Fall, Spring)

Music History Courses

MUS HIST 1010 (590:001). History of Music I: Antiquity Through Renaissance — 2 hrs.

Survey of musical trends from Antiquity through Renaissance. Emphasis on music listening techniques. (Variable)

MUS HIST 1020 (590:002). History of Music II: Baroque and Classical — 3 hrs.

Continuation of MUS HIST 1010 (590:001). Survey of musical trends from the Baroque and Classical periods (1600-ca. 1800). Prerequisite(s): MUS HIST 1010 (590:001). (Variable)

MUS HIST 1030 (590:003). History of Music III: Romantic, Twentieth, and Twenty-First Centuries — 3 hrs.

Continuation of MUS HIST 1020 (590:002). Survey of musical trends from the romantic era to the present (1800-present). Prerequisite(s): MUS HIST 1010 (590:001); MUS HIST 1020 (590:002). (Variable)

MUS HIST 3100/5100 (590:110g). Music History—Middle Ages and Renaissance — 3 hrs.

Prerequisite(s): MUS HIST 1030 (590:003); junior standing. (Variable)

MUS HIST 3110/5110 (590:111g). Music History—Baroque — 3 hrs.

Prerequisite(s): MUS HIST 1030 (590:003); junior standing. (Variable)

MUS HIST 3120/5120 (590:112g). Music History—Classic — 3 hrs.

Prerequisite(s): MUS HIST 1030 (590:003); junior standing. (Variable)

MUS HIST 3140/5140 (590:114g). Music History—Romantic — 3 hrs.

Prerequisite(s): MUS HIST 1030 (590:003); junior standing. (Variable)

MUS HIST 3150/5150 (590:115g). Music History—20th Century — 3 hrs.

Prerequisite(s): MUS HIST 1030 (590:003); junior standing. (Variable)

MUS HIST 3300/5300 (590:130g). History of Opera — 3 hrs.

Development of opera from its inception (ca. 1600) to present. Prerequisite(s): junior standing. (Variable)

MUS HIST 3510/5510 (590:151g). Music of World Cultures — 3 hrs.

Study of non-Western music: Africa, Islam, India, Indo-China, Indonesia, China, and Japan, and role of music in these cultures. Prerequisite(s): junior standing. (Variable)

MUS HIST 3600/5600 (590:160g). Jazz History and Styles — 3 hrs.

Evolution of jazz styles and their relationship to social, economic, and political moods of the period; in-depth and detailed study of history and development of jazz in America. Prerequisite(s): junior standing. (Variable)

MUS HIST 3800/5800 (590:180g). Music History Survey for Graduates — 1-2 hrs.

Review of various style periods, media, and forms in music history of our culture. Required of all graduate students who do not demonstrate adequate proficiency as a result of the Graduate Music History Diagnostic Examination. May be repeated for credit. Does not count toward minimum degree requirements. Prerequisite(s): junior standing. (Variable)

MUS HIST 6220 (590:222). Research and Writing in Music — 3 hrs.

Designed to familiarize students with specialized resources for research in music and to apply evaluative criteria to those resources. Emphasis on the development of writing skills, incorporating sources, and presenting ideas in a well-reasoned and professional manner. (Fall and Odd Summers)

MUS HIST 6285 (590:285). Readings in Music History — 1-3 hrs.

Prerequisite(s): consent of Graduate Coordinator in Music. (Variable)

MUS HIST 6289 (590:289). Seminar in Music History — 3 hrs.

Musicological research into the various areas of music. (Variable)

MUS HIST 6299 (590:299). Research.

(Variable)

MUS HIST 6500 (590:250). Projects in Music History and Literature — 1-3 hrs.

(Variable)

Music Literature Courses

MUS LIT 3200/5200 (595:120g). Performance Literature: _________________ — 2 hrs.

Study of performance literature available for specific instrument or voice. Combination ensemble-literature course for the performer. Prerequisite: junior standing.

MUS LIT 3200/5200 (595:120g)(g)-01. Woodwinds. (Offered odd Springs)

MUS LIT 3200/5200 (595:120g)(g)-02. Brass. (Variable)

MUS LIT 3200/5200 (595:120g)(g)-03. Piano I. (Offered odd Falls)

MUS LIT 3200/5200 (595:120g)(g)-04. Piano II. (Offered even Springs)

MUS LIT 3200/5200 (595:120g)(g)-05. Organ. (Variable)

MUS LIT 3200/5200 (595:120g)(g)-06. Strings. (Variable)

MUS LIT 3200/5200 (595:120g)(g)-07. Percussion. (Variable)

MUS LIT 3200/5200 (595:120g)(g)-08. Voice I, Survey of Song Literature. Survey of vocal literature with emphasis on style, interpretation, and historical context. Prerequisite: junior standing. (Variable)

MUS LIT 3200/5200 (595:120g)(g)-09. Voice II, Art Song: German Language. Study of vocal literature from German-speaking countries with regard to style, interpretation, and historical context. Prerequisite: junior standing. (Variable)

MUS LIT 3200/5200 (595:120g)(g)-10. Voice III, Art Song: French and English Language. Study of vocal literature from French- and English-speaking countries with regard to style,  interpretation, and historical context. Prerequisite: junior standing. (Variable)

MUS LIT 3200/5200 (595:120g)(g)-12. Voice IV, Opera Literature. Survey of operatic literature with emphasis on style, interpretation, and historical context. Prerequisites: junior standing. (Variable)

MUS LIT 3310/5310 (595:131g). History and Literature of Large Choral Forms — 3 hrs.

Development of large choral forms from the Renaissance to present. Emphasis on the Mass, contata, oratorio, passion, anthem, and contemporary uses of the chorus. Prerequisite(s): junior standing. Undergraduates must have completed or be enrolled in MUS THEO 3100 (580:110). (Variable)

MUS LIT 3400/5400 (595:140g). History and Literature of the Orchestra — 3 hrs.

Orchestral literature from mid-18th century to present. Emphasis on structure of the symphony as a form and growth of the orchestra as an ensemble. Prerequisite(s): junior standing. Undergraduates must have completed or currently be enrolled in MUS THEO 3100 (580:110). (Variable)

MUS LIT 3420/5420 (595:142g). History and Literature of the Wind Band — 3 hrs.

Growth and development of wind music from Gabrieli to present. Prerequisite(s): junior standing. Undergraduates must have completed or be enrolled for MUS THEO 3100 (580:110). (Variable)

MUS LIT 6299 (595:299). Research.

(Variable)

Music Techniques Courses

MUS TECH 1100 (560:010). Double Reed Making Techniques — 1 hr.

Instruction in the techniques of making and adjusting bassoon, oboe, and English horn reeds. Section 01 for bassoon player; Section 02 for oboe/English horn players. May be repeated for credit. (For freshmen/sophomores.) (Fall, Spring)

MUS TECH 1170 (560:017). Conducting I—Instrumental — 2 hrs.

Prerequisite(s): MUS THEO 2140 (580:014); MUS THEO 2180 (580:018); MUS THEO 2280 (580:028). (Fall)

MUS TECH 1180 (560:018). Conducting I—Choral — 2 hrs.

Prerequisite(s): MUS THEO 2140 (580:014); MUS THEO 2180 (580:018); MUS THEO 2280 (580:028). (Fall)

MUS TECH 1210 (560:021). Conducting II—Instrumental — 3 hrs.

Advanced training in instrumental conducting with emphasis on orchestral and band scores and literature for small and large ensembles. Required of all instrumental music majors on teaching program. Prerequisite(s): MUS TECH 1170 (560:017) (minimum grade of C). (Spring)

MUS TECH 1220 (560:022). Conducting II—Choral — 3 hrs.

Training in choral conducting, rehearsal techniques, performance practices, and choral materials. Required on the teaching degree for voice majors and those keyboard majors who do not take MUS TECH 1210 (560:021). Prerequisite(s): MUS TECH 1180 (560:018) (minimum grade of C). (Spring)

MUS TECH 1300 (560:030). Diction for Singers I — 1 hr.

Study and performance application of Italian and English lyric diction sounds for use by singers, coach-accompanists, and choral instructors. Prerequisite(s): sophomore standing or consent of instructor. Corequisite(s): (required for B.M. Vocal Performance track): MUS TECH 1320 (560:032). (Fall)

MUS TECH 1310 (560:031). Diction for Singers II — 1 hr.

Study and performance application of German and French lyric diction sounds for use by singers, coach-accompanists, and choral instructors. Prerequisite(s): MUS TECH 1300 (560:030). Corequisite(s): (required for B.M. Vocal Performance track): MUS TECH 1330 (560:033). (Spring)

MUS TECH 1320 (560:032). Diction for Singers I Performance Lab — 1 hr.

Performance-oriented lab expanding on skills explored in Diction for Singers I (MUS TECH 1300 (560:030)). Required of vocal students in the B.M. Vocal Performance track. Corequisite(s): MUS TECH 1300 (560:030). (Fall)

MUS TECH 1330 (560:033). Diction for Singers II Performance Lab — 1 hr.

Performance-oriented lab expanding on skills explored in Diction for Singers II (MUS TECH 1310 (560:031)). Required of vocal students in the B.M. Vocal Performance track. Corequisite(s): MUS TECH 1310 (560:031). (Spring)

MUS TECH 1450 (560:045). Vocal Coaching — 1 hr.

Exploration of style, interpretation and lyric diction in the singer's repertoire. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite(s): sophomore standing; consent of instructor. (Fall, Spring)

MUS TECH 1520 (560:052). Instrumental Jazz Improvisation — 1 hr.

Elements of improvisation intended as an aid to the experienced instrumentalist and as a tool for the potential instructor. Areas available: Theory, Beginning, and Intermediate. Each area may be taken once for credit. (For freshmen/sophomores.) Prerequisite(s): consent of instructor. (Variable)

MUS TECH 1600 (560:060). Opera Performance I — 1 hr.

Lab course exploring movement, imagination, and the relationship between words and music. A wide variety of acting exercises (improvisation, movement work, etc.) are used to deepen the understanding of and proficiency in performing art songs, arias, and music theatre numbers. Prerequisite(s): ability to read and process music. (Variable)

MUS TECH 3100/5100 (560:110g). Double Reed Making Techniques — 1 hr.

Instruction in the techniques of making and adjusting bassoon, oboe, and English horn reeds. Section 01 for bassoon player; section 02 for oboe/English horn players. May be repeated for credit. For juniors/seniors/graduates. Prerequisite(s): junior standing. (Fall, Spring)

MUS TECH 3110/5110 (560:111g). Performing Arts and Entertainment Law — 3 hrs.

Emphasis on understanding of copyright, publicity rights, trademarks, finance, labor law, and First Amendment rights. Prerequisite(s): major in B.A. Music Performing Arts Management Specialization; junior standing. (Variable)

MUS TECH 3120/5120 (560:112g). Performing Arts Management — 3 hrs.

Overview of topics, tools and techniques necessary for successful pursuit of a management career in visual and performing arts. Prerequisite(s): major in B.A. Music Performing Arts Management Specialization; junior standing. (Variable)

MUS TECH 3210/5210 (560:121g). Conducting III—Instrumental — 2 hrs.

Techniques of conducting band and orchestral works; score study and analysis of major works representing all style periods. Class work includes conducting major works in rehearsal. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite(s): MUS TECH 1210 (560:021); junior standing. (Variable)

MUS TECH 3220/5220 (560:122g). Conducting III—Choral — 2 hrs.

Art and techniques of conducting choral and choral-orchestral literature as related to score study of major works from all major style periods. Rehearsal experience includes conducting major works, conducting and coaching of recitatives, score reading, problems of baton clarity, and rehearsal pacing. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite(s): MUS TECH 1220 (560:022); junior standing. (Variable)

MUS TECH 3350/5350 (560:135g). Accompanying — 1 hr.

The art of accompanying, both vocal and instrumental literature. Practical experience as accompanist for student soloists in public performance. May be taken twice for credit. Prerequisite(s): junior standing. Prerequisite(s) or corequisite(s): MUS APPL 3460/5460 (540:146g) or consent of instructor. (Fall, Spring)

MUS TECH 3450/5450 (560:145g). Vocal Coaching — 1 hr.

Exploration of style, interpretation and lyric diction in the singer's repertoire. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite(s): junior standing; consent of instructor. (Fall, Spring)

MUS TECH 3520/5520 (560:152g). Instrumental Jazz Improvisation — 1 hr.

Elements of improvisation intended as an aid to the experienced instrumentalist and as a tool for the potential instructor. Areas available: theory (section 1), beginning (section 2), and intermediate (section 3). Each section may be taken once for credit. (For juniors/seniors/graduates). Prerequisite(s): junior standing; consent of instructor. (Variable)

MUS TECH 3610/5610 (560:161g). Opera Performance II — 2 hrs.

Advanced study of operatic material exploring emotional and psychological construction of a character and developing performing skills to create and sustain a role. Audition required. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite(s): MUS TECH 1600 (560:060) or consent of instructor; junior standing. (Variable)

MUS TECH 4130 (560:113). Senior Project, Performing Arts Management — 0 hrs.

Student will develop and complete a comprehensive Performing Arts Management project approved by the instructor. Prerequisite(s): major in B.A. Music Performing Arts Management Specialization; senior standing. (Variable)

MUS TECH 6230 (560:223). Advanced Vocal Performance — 1 hr.

Performance seminar focusing on advanced performance problems in vocal literature, including diction, interpretation, and presentation. Required each semester in residence for all graduate voice students. Prerequisite(s): admission to M.M. in Voice or consent of instructor. (Fall, Spring)

MUS TECH 6299 (560:299). Research.

(Variable)

MUS TECH 6500 (560:250). Projects in Music Techniques — 1-3 hrs.

(Variable)

MUS TECH 6520 (560:252). Advanced Instrumental Jazz Improvisation — 2 hrs.

Advanced concepts of jazz improvisation, including the study of contemporary jazz compositions, complex harmony, chromatic linear resources, and intervallic techniques. Prerequisite(s): MUS TECH 3520/5520 (560:152g); graduate standing or consent of instructor. (Variable)

Music Theory Courses

MUS THEO 1100 (580:010). Introduction to Music Theory — 2 hrs.

Basic skills and vocabulary. For non-music majors with limited background in music fundamentals or as preparation for music major theory courses. Emphasis on notation, key/time signatures, rhythm, and aural training. (Variable)

MUS THEO 1110 (580:011). Theory I — 2 hrs.

Fundamentals of basic musicianship; scales, intervals, and chord forms; and analysis and writing involving diatonic harmony. Creative use of materials. Corequisite(s): MUS THEO 1150 (580:015); MUS THEO 1250 (580:025). (Fall)

MUS THEO 1120 (580:012). Theory II — 2 hrs.

Continuation of MUS THEO 1110 (580:011). Prerequisite(s): MUS THEO 1110 (580:011) with grade of C or higher, or placement by exam. Corequisite(s): MUS THEO 1160 (580:016); MUS THEO 1260 (580:026). (Spring)

MUS THEO 1150 (580:015). Aural Training I — 1 hr.

Corequisite(s): MUS THEO 1110 (580:011); MUS THEO 1250 (580:025). (Fall)

MUS THEO 1160 (580:016). Aural Training II — 1 hr.

Prerequisite(s): MUS THEO 1150 (580:015) with grade of C or higher, or placement by exam. Corequisite(s): MUS THEO 1120 (580:012); MUS THEO 1260 (580:026). (Spring)

MUS THEO 1250 (580:025). Sight-Singing I — 1 hr.

Corequisite(s): MUS THEO 1110 (580:011); MUS THEO 1150 (580:015). (Fall)

MUS THEO 1260 (580:026). Sight-Singing II — 1 hr.

Prerequisite(s): MUS THEO 1250 (580:025) with grade of C or higher, or placement by exam. Corequisite(s): MUS THEO 1120 (580:012); MUS THEO 1160 (580:016). (Spring)

MUS THEO 1300 (580:030). Composition Class — 2 hrs.

Acquaints students with the rudiments of compositional techniques. Designed for both major and non-major compositional study. Required of all beginning Composition-Theory majors. (Variable)

MUS THEO 2130 (580:013). Theory III — 2 hrs.

Materials of musicianship; emphasis on the so-called period of "common practice." Prerequisite(s): MUS THEO 1120 (580:012) with grade of C or higher, or placement by exam. Corequisite(s): MUS THEO 2170 (580:017); MUS THEO 2270 (580:027). (Fall)

MUS THEO 2140 (580:014). Theory IV — 2 hrs.

Continuation of MUS THEO 2130 (580:013) with emphasis on Late Romantic and Contemporary eras. Prerequisite(s): MUS THEO 2130 (580:013) with grade of C or higher, or placement by exam. Corequisite(s): for Bachelor of Music and Bachelor of Arts Track 1: MUS THEO 2180 (580:018); MUS THEO 2280 (580:028). (Spring)

MUS THEO 2170 (580:017). Aural Training III — 1 hr.

Prerequisite(s): MUS THEO 1160 (580:016) with grade of C or higher, or placement by exam. Corequisite(s): MUS THEO 2130 (580:013); MUS THEO 2270 (580:027). (Fall)

MUS THEO 2180 (580:018). Aural Training IV — 1 hr.

Prerequisite(s): MUS THEO 2170 (580:017) with grade of C or higher, or placement by exam. Corequisite(s): MUS THEO 2140 (580:014); MUS THEO 2280 (580:028). (Spring)

MUS THEO 2270 (580:027). Sight-Singing III — 1 hr.

Prerequisite(s): MUS THEO 1260 (580:026) with grade of C or higher, or placement by exam. Corequisite(s): MUS THEO 2130 (580:013); MUS THEO 2170 (580:017). (Fall)

MUS THEO 2280 (580:028). Sight-Singing IV — 1 hr.

Prerequisite(s): MUS THEO 2270 (580:027) with grade of C or higher, or placement by exam. Corequisite(s): MUS THEO 2140 (580:014); MUS THEO 2180 (580:018). (Spring)

MUS THEO 3100 (580:110). Analysis of Music — 2 hrs.

Study of forms and procedures prevalent in the works of major composers from 16th century to present. Prerequisite(s): MUS THEO 2130 (580:013). (Variable)

MUS THEO 3220/5220 (580:122g). Music and Technology — 2 hrs.

Overview of current applications in the music industry. Prerequisite(s): MUS THEO 1120 (580:012); MUS THEO 1160 (580:016); MUS THEO 1260 (580:026) with a grade of C or higher; or consent of instructor; junior standing. (Variable)

MUS THEO 3230/5230 (580:123g). Music Technology, Advanced — 3 hrs.

Further exploration of current applications in the music industry. Prerequisite(s): MUS THEO 3220/5220 (580:122g) with a grade of C or higher; junior standing. (Variable)

MUS THEO 3250/5250 (580:125g). Counterpoint Survey — 3 hrs.

A survey of polyphonic practice, including species counterpoint as well as 16th to 20th century approaches. Prerequisite(s): MUS THEO 2130 (580:013); junior standing. (Variable)

MUS THEO 3260/5260 (580:126g). Orchestration — 3 hrs.

Transcribing or composing for orchestra, band, smaller instrumental ensembles, voice with orchestra, voice with band, chorus with band, or orchestra for various levels. Prerequisite(s): MUS THEO 2130 (580:013); junior standing. (Variable)

MUS THEO 3270/5270 (580:127g). Jazz Arranging I — 2 hrs.

Basic skills for jazz composer/arranger, including instrument ranges, transposition, chord terminology, voicing and doubling principles, harmonization, chord substitution, form, and score organization. Emphasis on writing for jazz combo instrumentation up to five horns. Prerequisite(s): MUS THEO 1120 (580:012); junior standing. (Fall)

MUS THEO 3280/5280 (580:128g). Jazz Arranging II — 2 hrs.

Continuation of MUS THEO 3270/5270 (580:127g). Emphasis on writing for full big band, including augmented instrumentation, contrapuntal and formal problems, score study, and analysis. Prerequisite(s): MUS THEO 3270/5270 (580:127g); junior standing. (Even Springs)

MUS THEO 3320/5320 (580:132g). Jazz Composition Class — 1 hr.

The composition of jazz improvisation vehicles in lead sheet form. Includes attention to various compositional devices and the analysis of selected jazz compositions. Prerequisite(s): MUS TECH 3520/5520 (560:152g); MUS THEO 2140 (580:014); junior standing. (Variable)

MUS THEO 3800/5800 (580:180g). Theory Survey for Graduates — 2 hrs.

Review of theoretical principles and methods of analysis. Required of all graduate students who do not demonstrate adequate proficiency as a result of the Graduate Theory Diagnostic Examination. Does not count toward minimum degree requirements. Prerequisite(s): junior standing. (Variable)

MUS THEO 4900 (580:190). Senior Project, Music Technology — 0 hrs.

Comprehensive project relevant to Music Technology, as approved by instructor. Prerequisite(s): major in B.A. Music, Music Technology Specialization; senior standing. (Variable)

MUS THEO 6100 (580:210). Analytical Techniques I — 3 hrs.

Investigation of music from chant through 18th century. Examination of major composers and their works in historical context, emphasizing development of Western tradition. Prerequisite(s): MUS THEO 3800/5800 (580:180g) or passing score on Graduate Theory Diagnostic Examination. Prerequisite(s) or corequisite(s): MUS HIST 6220 (590:222). (Even Summers and Spring)

MUS THEO 6110 (580:211). Analytical Techniques II — 3 hrs.

Continuation of MUS THEO 6100 (580:210). Investigation of music written from 1800 to present day. Examination of major composers and their works in historical context, emphasizing development of Western tradition. Prerequisite(s): MUS THEO 3800/5800 (580:180g) or passing score on Graduate Theory Diagnostic Examination. (Fall and Odd Summers)

MUS THEO 6299 (580:299). Research.

(Variable)

Music, Applied Courses

MUS APPL 1290 (540:029). Bassoon.

(Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 1300 (540:030). Flute.

(Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 1310 (540:031). Oboe.

(Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 1320 (540:032). Clarinet.

(Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 1340 (540:034). Saxophone.

(Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 1350 (540:035). French Horn.

(Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 1360 (540:036). Cornet-Trumpet.

(Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 1370 (540:037). Trombone.

(Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 1380 (540:038). Euphonium.

(Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 1390 (540:039). Tuba.

(Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 1400 (540:040). Percussion.

(Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 1410 (540:041). Violin.

(Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 1420 (540:042). Viola.

(Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 1430 (540:043). Cello.

(Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 1440 (540:044). String Bass.

(Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 1450 (540:045). Harp.

(Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 1460 (540:046). Piano.

(Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 1467 (540:P46). Piano Proficiency.

no credit.
Required of all undergraduate majors. (Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 1470 (540:047). Group Piano.

(Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 1480 (540:048). Organ.

(Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 1490 (540:049). Voice.

(Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 1500 (540:050). Harpsichord.

(Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 1510 (540:051). Group Voice.

(Variable)

MUS APPL 1520 (540:052). Guitar.

(Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 1530 (540:053). Jazz Guitar.

(Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 1540 (540:054). Composition.

(Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 1550 (540:055). Jazz Improvisation.

(Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 1560 (540:056). Jazz Bass.

(Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 1570 (540:057). Jazz Piano.

(Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 1580 (540:058). Jazz Saxophone.

(Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 1xx5 (540:Nxx). Applied Music for the Non-Music Major.

Private applied music instruction for students not pursuing a degree program in music. Emphasis on basic skills oriented toward immediate performance needs. Credit normally will not be applied toward music major or minor requirements. (Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 2600 (540:060). Applied Piano Beyond Proficiency — 1 hr.

Piano instruction for students in music education and composition/theory programs who need lessons beyond Group Piano Level III. Prerequisite(s): Group Piano, Level III MUS APPL 1470 (540:047):09 or 10. (Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 3290/5290 (540:129g). Bassoon.

Prerequisite(s): junior standing. (Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 3300/5300 (540:130g). Flute.

Prerequisite(s): junior standing. (Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 3310/5310 (540:131g). Oboe.

Prerequisite(s): junior standing. (Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 3320/5320 (540:132g). Clarinet.

Prerequisite(s): junior standing. (Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 3340/5340 (540:134g). Saxophone.

Prerequisite(s): junior standing. (Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 3350/5350 (540:135g). French Horn.

Prerequisite(s): junior standing. (Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 3360/5360 (540:136g). Cornet-Trumpet.

Prerequisite(s): junior standing. (Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 3370/5370 (540:137g). Trombone.

Prerequisite(s): junior standing. (Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 3380/5380 (540:138g). Euphonium.

Prerequisite(s): junior standing. (Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 3390/5390 (540:139g). Tuba.

Prerequisite(s): junior standing. (Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 3400/5400 (540:140g). Percussion.

Prerequisite(s): junior standing. (Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 3410/5410 (540:141g). Violin.

Prerequisite(s): junior standing. (Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 3420/5420 (540:142g). Viola.

Prerequisite(s): junior standing. (Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 3430/5430 (540:143g). Cello.

Prerequisite(s): junior standing. (Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 3440/5440 (540:144g). String Bass.

Prerequisite(s): junior standing. (Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 3450/5450 (540:145g). Harp.

Prerequisite(s): junior standing. (Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 3460/5460 (540:146g). Piano.

Prerequisite(s): junior standing. (Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 3470/5470 (540:147g). Group Piano.

Prerequisite(s): junior standing. (Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 3480/5480 (540:148g). Organ.

Prerequisite(s): junior standing. (Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 3490/5490 (540:149g). Voice.

Prerequisite(s): junior standing. (Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 3500/5500 (540:150g). Harpsichord.

Prerequisite(s): junior standing. (Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 3510/5510 (540:151g). Group Voice.

Prerequisite(s): junior standing. (Variable)

MUS APPL 3520/5520 (540:152g). Guitar.

Prerequisite(s): junior standing. (Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 3530/5530 (540:153g). Jazz Guitar.

Prerequisite(s): junior standing. (Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 3540/5540 (540:154g). Composition.

Prerequisite(s): junior standing. (Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 3550/5550 (540:155g). Jazz Improvisation.

Prerequisite(s): junior standing. (Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 3560/5560 (540:156g). Jazz Bass.

Prerequisite(s): junior standing. (Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 3570/5570 (540:157g). Jazz Piano.

Prerequisite(s): junior standing. (Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 3580/5580 (540:158g). Jazz Saxophone.

Prerequisite(s): junior standing. (Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 3780 (540:178). Junior Recital.

no credit.
Required of all juniors in the Performance major. (Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 4890 (540:189). Senior Recital.

no credit.
Required of all seniors. Prerequisite: 3 hours at 100/3000/4000-level in major applied area. (Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 6210 (540:221). Instrumental Conducting — 2-4 hrs.

Prerequisite(s): admission to Master of Music in Conducting. (Variable)

MUS APPL 6220 (540:222). Choral Conducting — 2-4 hrs.

Prerequisite(s): admission to Master of Music in Conducting.
 (Variable)

MUS APPL 6290 (540:229). Bassoon.

(Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 6300 (540:230). Flute.

(Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 6310 (540:231). Oboe.

(Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 6320 (540:232). Clarinet.

(Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 6340 (540:234). Saxophone.

(Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 6350 (540:235). French Horn.

(Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 6360 (540:236). Cornet-Trumpet.

(Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 6370 (540:237). Trombone.

(Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 6380 (540:238). Euphonium.

(Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 6390 (540:239). Tuba.

(Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 6400 (540:240). Percussion.

(Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 6410 (540:241). Violin.

(Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 6420 (540:242). Viola.

(Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 6430 (540:243). Cello.

(Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 6440 (540:244). String Bass.

(Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 6450 (540:245). Harp.

(Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 6460 (540:246). Piano.

(Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 6470 (540:247). Group Piano.

(Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 6480 (540:248). Organ.

(Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 6490 (540:249). Voice.

(Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 6500 (540:250). Harpsichord.

(Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 6510 (540:251). Group Voice.

(Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 6520 (540:252). Guitar.

(Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 6530 (540:253). Jazz Guitar.

(Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 6540 (540:254). Composition.

(Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 6550 (540:255). Jazz Improvisation.

(Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 6560 (540:256). Jazz Bass.

(Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 6570 (540:257). Jazz Piano.

(Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 6580 (540:258). Jazz Saxophone.

(Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 6880 (540:288). Graduate Recital.

no credit.
Study of literature programmed for required graduate recitals. Required for students enrolled in Master of Music - Major in Performance, Conducting, Composition, or Jazz Pedagogy during the semester in which required recital occurs. Prerequisite(s): graduate standing; departmental approval or consent of applied instructor. (Fall, Spring)

MUS APPL 6890. Diploma Recital.

Required for students enrolled in Artist Diploma I and Artist Diploma II Certificate Programs during the semester(s) in which student presents recital. May be repeated once by students in Artist Diploma II program. Prerequisite(s): Admission to Artist Diploma I or II program; departmental approval or written consent of applied instructor. (Fall, Spring)

Music Courses

MUSIC 1100 (520:010). Soundscapes: Music in Culture — 3 hrs.

Investigation of representative works from a chosen musical tradition, examined in cultural and historical context. Cultivation of listening skills and exploration of analytical and aesthetic concepts that enrich musical experience, generally. (Fall, Spring, Summer)

MUSIC 3020/5020 (520:102g). Fine Arts Practices in the Classroom: Music — 2 hrs.

Methods and principles of music in the elementary classroom. Rudiments, aural training, selection, and study of materials for listening, rhythmic activities, and singing. No credit for music major or minor. Prerequisite(s): junior standing. (Variable)

MUSIC 6299 (520:299). Research.

(Variable)