The music program, with either the instrumental music education or performance emphasis, provides students with the basic coursework needed to finish the Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Music Education or Bachelor of Music degree at a four-year institution.
Music is a restricted-access major. Candidates must:
| Major Prerequisite Courses |
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| MUT1111 | Music Theory I
A concentrated study of the fundamental materials of music theory and elementary part-writing. It is recommended to take course MUT 1241 while taking this course. Department consent required. Students will need to obtain department chair's signature and register in person. | 2 |
| MUT1112 | Music Theory II
This course is a continuation of MUT 1111 with an emphasis on harmonic analysis. It is recommended to take course MUT 1242 while taking this course. | 2 |
| MUT1241 | Sightsinging and Ear Training I
This course is the study of sightsinging and ear training techniques using diatonic material that emphasizes the fundamental aspect of tonality. It is recommended to take laboratory course MUT 1111 while taking this course. Department consent required. Students will need to obtain department chair's signature and register in person. | 1 |
| MUT1242 | Sightsinging and Ear Training II
This course is a continuation of MUT 1241 Sightsinging and Ear Training I. It is recommended to take laboratory course MUT 1112 while taking this course. | 1 |
| MUT2116 | Music Theory III
This course is a continuation of MUT 1112 with an emphasis on part-writing and chromatic harmony. It is recommended to take course MUT 2246 while taking this course. | 2 |
| MUT2117 | Music Theory IV
This course is a continuation of MUT 2116 with an emphasis on form structures and 20th century compositional techniques. It is recommended to take course MUT 2246 while taking this course. | 2 |
| MUT2246 | Sightsinging and Ear Training III
This course is a continuation of MUT 1242 Sightsinging II. It is recommended to take laboratory course MUT 2116 while taking this course. | 1 |
| MUT2247 | Sightsinging and Ear Training IV
This course is a continuation of MUT 2246 Sightsinging and Ear Training III. It is recommended to take laboratory course MUT 2117 while taking this course. | 1 |
| MVK1111M | Class Piano I
Open to all students, this course is a study of piano for music majors and non-music majors. This course is taught in a classroom/piano laboratory environment. | 1 |
| MVK1111N | Class Piano II
Open to all students, this course is a continuation of Class Piano I. Preparation for Piano Proficiency Examination. | 1 |
| MVK2121M | Class Piano III
Open to all students, this course is a continuation of Class Piano II. Preparation for Piano Proficiency Examination. | 1 |
| MVK2121N | Class Piano IV
Open to all students, this course is a continuation of Class Piano III. Preparation for Piano Proficiency Examination. | 1 |
| Four (4) semesters required |
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| MUNXXXX | Ensembles | 1 |
Choose one:
Four (4) semesters required |
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| MVBXXXX | Applied Private Brass (on declared instrument) or | 1 |
| MVKXXXX | Applied Private Piano or | 1 |
| MVPXXXX | Applied Private Percussion or | 1 |
| MVSXXXX | Applied Private String (on declared instrument) or | 1 |
| MVVXXXX | Applied Private Vocal or | 1 |
| MVWXXXX | Applied Private Woodwind (on declared instrument) | 1 |
| General Education Courses |
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| ENC1101 | English I
This is a course in the process of expository writing. Students will read essays and compose papers that are unified, organized, logically developed and supported, clearly stated, and well-focused. Research techniques are introduced and incorporated into at least one composition. This course partially satisfies the writing requirement of S.B.E. 6A-10.030. Students must pass the core assignments with a grade of C or higher. | 3 |
| ENC1102 | English II
In this course students develop the ability to read literary texts critically, to think logically and creatively, and to write and research effectively. Students must pass the core assignments with a grade of C or higher. This course partially satisfies the writing requirement of S.B.E. 6A-10.030. | 3 |
| SPC1600 | Introduction to Oral Communication
The purpose of this course is to improve the basic skills of speaking and listening. Class exercises emphasize preparing and delivering public speeches, speaking with clarity and variety, and listening with literal and critical comprehension. | 3 |
| History General Education course | 3 |
Humanities General Education courses
One course from Area A and from Area B: HUM2525 or MUH2111 recommended
| 6 |
| Mathematics General Education courses | 6 |
| Natural Science General Education courses | 6 |
| Social Science General Education courses | 6 |
| Total Credits: | 60 |
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