Music (MUSI)
MUSI 1070 Recital Attendance 0 Credits
Department: College of Fine Arts and Comm
Attendance at scheduled recitals and concerts as prescribed by the Department of Music. Successful completion of six semesters required for graduation. Course offered on a pass/fail basis and may be taken multiple times.
May be Repeated for a maximum of 6 hours
Restriction(s):
Enrollment limited to students in the Mary Morgan Moore Dept Music department.
Grade Mode(s): Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory, Registrar do not use FN, Registrar do not use FS
MUSI 1160 Vocal Diction English/Italian 1 Credit
Department: College of Fine Arts and Comm
A basic course in the pronunciation of singing in the English and Italian languages.
May be Repeated for a maximum of 1 hours
Restriction(s):
Enrollment limited to students in the Mary Morgan Moore Dept Music department.
Grade Mode(s): Standard Letter, Registrar do not use FN, Registrar do not use FS
MUSI 1161 Vocal Pedagogy 1 Credit
Department: College of Fine Arts and Comm
A study of practice and techniques associated with vocal instruction and a review of current teaching methods.
May be Repeated for a maximum of 1 hours
Grade Mode(s): Standard Letter, Registrar do not use FN, Registrar do not use FS
MUSI 1170 Recital Attendance 1 Credit
Department: College of Fine Arts and Comm
Attendance at scheduled recitals and concerts as prescribed by the Department of Music. Successful completion of seven semesters required for graduation. Courses may be taken seven times for credit and are offered on a pass/fail basis.
May be Repeated for a maximum of 7 hours
Grade Mode(s): Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory, Registrar do not use FN, Registrar do not use FS, Standard Letter
MUSI 1181 Class Piano I 1 Credit
Department: College of Fine Arts and Comm
Beginning class piano instruction for music majors.
Restriction(s):
Enrollment limited to students in the Mary Morgan Moore Dept Music department.
Grade Mode(s): Standard Letter, Registrar do not use FN, Registrar do not use FS
MUSI 1182 Class Piano II 1 Credit
Department: College of Fine Arts and Comm
Second semester/intermediate class piano instruction for music majors.
Prerequisite(s): MUSI 1181
Grade Mode(s): Standard Letter, Registrar do not use FN, Registrar do not use FS
MUSI 1183 Class Voice 1 Credit
Department: College of Fine Arts and Comm
A study of the fundamental skills of singing.
May be Repeated for a maximum of 4 hours
Grade Mode(s): Standard Letter, Registrar do not use FN, Registrar do not use FS
MUSI 1306 Music Appreciation 3 Credits
Department: College of Fine Arts and Comm
Survey of music. Covers the major style periods from the Renaissance to the present with emphasis on the development of basic listening skills and critical thinking. Requires attendance at instructor-specified recitals or concerts.
Grade Mode(s): Standard Letter, Registrar do not use FN, Registrar do not use FS
MUSI 1309 Jazz History and Appreciation 3 Credits
Department: College of Fine Arts and Comm
A survey of the development and history of Jazz as a musical form from its origina in earlier styles to the present. Covers the major styles and musicians with an emphasis on the development of basic listening skills and critical thinking. May require attendance at instructor specified recitals or concerts.
Grade Mode(s): Standard Letter, Registrar do not use FN, Registrar do not use FS
MUSI 1310 History of Rock and Roll 3 Credits
Department: College of Fine Arts and Comm
A survey of the development and history of Rock Music from its origins in earlier styles up to the present. Covers the major styles and musicians with an emphais on the development of basic listening skills and critical thinking. May require attendance at instructor-specified recitals or concerts.
Grade Mode(s): Standard Letter, Registrar do not use FN, Registrar do not use FS
MUSI 2160 Vocal Diction German and French 1 Credit
Department: College of Fine Arts and Comm
A basic course in the pronunciation of singing in the German and French languages.
May be Repeated for a maximum of 1 hours
Prerequisite(s): MUSI 1160
Grade Mode(s): Standard Letter, Registrar do not use FN, Registrar do not use FS
MUSI 2161 Vocal Diction French 1 Credit
Department: College of Fine Arts and Comm
A basic course in the pronunciation of singing in the French language.
May be Repeated for a maximum of 1 hours
Grade Mode(s): Standard Letter, Registrar do not use FN, Registrar do not use FS
MUSI 2181 Class Piano III 1 Credit
Department: College of Fine Arts and Comm
Third semester/advanced class piano instruction for music majors.
Prerequisite(s): MUSI 1182
Grade Mode(s): Standard Letter, Registrar do not use FN, Registrar do not use FS
MUSI 2182 Class Piano IV 1 Credit
Department: College of Fine Arts and Comm
Fourth semester/proficiency level class piano instruction for music majors.
Prerequisite(s): MUSI 2181
Grade Mode(s): Standard Letter, Registrar do not use FN, Registrar do not use FS
MUSI 3110 Brass 1 Credit
Department: College of Fine Arts and Comm
Music, materials, and basic techniques for trumpet and horn.
May be Repeated for a maximum of 1 hours
Restriction(s):
Enrollment limited to students in the Mary Morgan Moore Dept Music department.
Grade Mode(s): Standard Letter, Registrar do not use FN, Registrar do not use FS
MUSI 3120 Brass 1 Credit
Department: College of Fine Arts and Comm
Music, materials, and basic techniques for trombone, baritone and tuba.
May be Repeated for a maximum of 1 hours
Restriction(s):
Enrollment limited to students in the Mary Morgan Moore Dept Music department.
Grade Mode(s): Standard Letter, Registrar do not use FN, Registrar do not use FS
MUSI 3130 Strings 1 Credit
Department: College of Fine Arts and Comm
Music, materials, and basic techniques for violin and viola.
May be Repeated for a maximum of 1 hours
Restriction(s):
Enrollment limited to students in the Mary Morgan Moore Dept Music department.
Grade Mode(s): Standard Letter, Registrar do not use FN, Registrar do not use FS
MUSI 3140 Strings 1 Credit
Department: College of Fine Arts and Comm
Music, materials, and basic techniques for cello and double bass.
May be Repeated for a maximum of 1 hours
Restriction(s):
Enrollment limited to students in the Mary Morgan Moore Dept Music department.
Grade Mode(s): Standard Letter, Registrar do not use FN, Registrar do not use FS
MUSI 3150 Percussion 1 Credit
Department: College of Fine Arts and Comm
Music, materials, and basic techniques for percussion instruments.
May be Repeated for a maximum of 1 hours
Restriction(s):
Enrollment limited to students in the Mary Morgan Moore Dept Music department.
Grade Mode(s): Standard Letter, Registrar do not use FN, Registrar do not use FS
MUSI 3160 Vocal Literature 1 Credit
Department: College of Fine Arts and Comm
Survey of representative solo song literature, with emphasis on Italian, German, and French art songs.
Grade Mode(s): Standard Letter, Registrar do not use FN, Registrar do not use FS
MUSI 3161 Opera Literature 1 Credit
Department: College of Fine Arts and Comm
Study of the historical development of opera from Monteverdi to the present with emphasis on representative works and composers.
Prerequisite(s): MUSI 3160
Restriction(s):
Enrollment limited to students in the Mary Morgan Moore Dept Music department.
Grade Mode(s): Standard Letter, Registrar do not use FN, Registrar do not use FS
MUSI 3162 Vocal Pedagogy 1 Credit
Department: College of Fine Arts and Comm
A study of practice and technique associated with vocal instruction and a review of current teaching methods.
Grade Mode(s): Standard Letter, Registrar do not use FN, Registrar do not use FS
MUSI 3177 Marching Methods 1 Credit
Department: College of Fine Arts and Comm
Introduction to basic marching band show design and creation utilizing the Pyware 3D drill design software (computer assisted charting). Introduction to the administrative, logistical, technological, and pedagogical challenges unique to marching band.
Restriction(s):
Enrollment limited to students in the Mary Morgan Moore Dept Music department.
Grade Mode(s): Standard Letter, Registrar do not use FN, Registrar do not use FS
MUSI 3250 Choral Music 2 Credits
Department: College of Fine Arts and Comm
A detailed study of choral music. Areas of study include history, repertoire, and performance.
May be Repeated for a maximum of 2 hours
Restriction(s):
Enrollment limited to students in the Mary Morgan Moore Dept Music department.
Grade Mode(s): Standard Letter, Registrar do not use FN, Registrar do not use FS
MUSI 3260 Instrumental Music 2 Credits
Department: College of Fine Arts and Comm
Materials and techniques of instrumental music instruction and performance at the secondary level of public or private music education programs. Instructional planning, administrative approaches, organization, objectives, and methodology used in producing a modern comprehensive instrumental music program.
May be Repeated for a maximum of 2 hours
Restriction(s):
Enrollment limited to students in the Mary Morgan Moore Dept Music department.
Grade Mode(s): Standard Letter, Registrar do not use FN, Registrar do not use FS
MUSI 3271 Choral Conducting 2 Credits
Department: College of Fine Arts and Comm
Basic patterns and rudiments of choral conducting and rehearsal techniques.
May be Repeated for a maximum of 2 hours
Prerequisite(s): MUTY 2211
Grade Mode(s): Standard Letter, Registrar do not use FN, Registrar do not use FS
MUSI 3272 Choral Conducting II 2 Credits
Department: College of Fine Arts and Comm
Advanced conducting skills in the study of varied choral music and literature. Develop advanced choral rehearsal techniques and performance practice through participation in rehearsals.
Prerequisite(s): MUSI 3271
Grade Mode(s): Standard Letter, Registrar do not use FN, Registrar do not use FS
MUSI 3280 Instrumental Conducting 2 Credits
Department: College of Fine Arts and Comm
Basic patterns and rudiments of instrumental conducting and rehearsal techniques.
May be Repeated for a maximum of 2 hours
Prerequisite(s): MUTY 2211
Grade Mode(s): Standard Letter, Registrar do not use FN, Registrar do not use FS
MUSI 3281 Instrumental Conducting II 2 Credits
Department: College of Fine Arts and Comm
Advanced study of physical/pedagogical skills and techniques required for instrumental music conducting.
Prerequisite(s): MUSI 3280
Grade Mode(s): Standard Letter, Registrar do not use FN, Registrar do not use FS
MUSI 3310 Elementary Music I 3 Credits
Department: College of Fine Arts and Comm
This course prepares pre-service teachers on the musical development of young students from early childhood through elementary school. Topics include methodologies, instructional strategies, and contemporary pedagogical approaches to music teaching and learning through engagement in the music classroom.
May be Repeated for a maximum of 6 hours
Grade Mode(s): Standard Letter, Registrar do not use FN, Registrar do not use FS
MUSI 3320 Elementary Music II 3 Credits
Department: College of Fine Arts and Comm
Advanced study of music activities, materials and techniques for teaching music in the elementary school.
May be Repeated for a maximum of 6 hours
Prerequisite(s): MUSI 3310
Grade Mode(s): Standard Letter, Registrar do not use FN, Registrar do not use FS
MUSI 3371 Music for Elementary Teachers 3 Credits
Department: College of Fine Arts and Comm
The structure and organization of the music curriculum, materials, methods, and types of assessment used in secondary schools. Required clock hours are field based.
Grade Mode(s): Standard Letter, Registrar do not use FN, Registrar do not use FS
MUSI 3377 Marching Methods 3 Credits
Department: College of Fine Arts and Comm
Introduction to basic marching band maneuvers and marching band music. Fundamentals in all styles of drill design and charting. Computer assisted charting. On-campus observations. Hands-on training with campus laboratory band.
May be Repeated for a maximum of 3 hours
Restriction(s):
Enrollment limited to students in the Mary Morgan Moore Dept Music department.
Grade Mode(s): Standard Letter, Registrar do not use FN, Registrar do not use FS
MUSI 3378 Computers in Music 3 Credits
Department: College of Fine Arts and Comm
An overview of computer technology as related to the field of music. Includes study in technological developments and software applicable to the student’s area of specialization.
Restriction(s):
Enrollment limited to students in the Mary Morgan Moore Dept Music department.
Grade Mode(s): Standard Letter, Registrar do not use FN, Registrar do not use FS
MUSI 3380 Secondary Curriculum and Methodology 3 Credits
Department: College of Fine Arts and Comm
The structure and organization of the music curriculum, materials, methods, and types of assessment used in secondary schools. Required clock hours are field based.
Restriction(s):
Students with a class of Freshman or Sophomore may not enroll.
Enrollment limited to students in the Mary Morgan Moore Dept Music department.
Grade Mode(s): Standard Letter, Registrar do not use FN, Registrar do not use FS
MUSI 4110 Woodwinds 1 Credit
Department: College of Fine Arts and Comm
Music, materials and basic techniques for flute, clarinet and saxophone.
May be Repeated for a maximum of 1 hours
Restriction(s):
Enrollment limited to students in the Mary Morgan Moore Dept Music department.
Grade Mode(s): Standard Letter, Registrar do not use FN, Registrar do not use FS
MUSI 4120 Woodwinds 1 Credit
Department: College of Fine Arts and Comm
Music, materials and basic techniques for oboe and bassoon.
May be Repeated for a maximum of 1 hours
Restriction(s):
Enrollment limited to students in the Mary Morgan Moore Dept Music department.
Grade Mode(s): Standard Letter, Registrar do not use FN, Registrar do not use FS
MUSI 4300 Problems/Projects in Music Ed 3 Credits
Department: College of Fine Arts and Comm
An individual problem or project will be assigned in the music education area as necessary.
May be Repeated for a maximum of 6 hours
Grade Mode(s): Standard Letter, Registrar do not use FN, Registrar do not use FS
MUSI 5118 Auditory Perceptual Training 1 Credit
Department: College of Fine Arts and Comm
This course will provide intensive ear training to improve auditory perceptual aspects of sound related to speech and hearing. Audio files and video clips related to voice analysis will be used to highlight auditory perception of voice. Students who successfully complete this course will deduct the correlations between auditory and acoustic analysis and the physiological basis of voice production through the exploration of voice samples.
May be Repeated for a maximum of 2 hours
Restriction(s):
Undergraduate level students may not enroll.
Grade Mode(s): Standard Letter, Registrar do not use FN, Registrar do not use FS
MUSI 5216 Pedagogy of Performance 2 Credits
Department: College of Fine Arts and Comm
This course will review theoretical aspects of teaching the singing voice. The material presented in this course will prepare the student to design and implement au courant voice lesson plans with recommendations including individual vocalsis and repertoire based on individual needs.
May be Repeated for a maximum of 4 hours
Restriction(s):
Undergraduate level students may not enroll.
Grade Mode(s): Standard Letter, Registrar do not use FN, Registrar do not use FS
MUSI 5217 Instrument Analysis of Voice 2 Credits
Department: College of Fine Arts and Comm
Voice evaluation is a process using subjective and objective tools to evaluate the parameters involved in voice production. This course will teach students about the parameters and measures of voice production that are critical to understanding laryngeal function during speech and singing.
May be Repeated for a maximum of 4 hours
Restriction(s):
Undergraduate level students may not enroll.
Grade Mode(s): Standard Letter, Registrar do not use FN, Registrar do not use FS
MUSI 5225 Literature of vocology 2 Credits
Department: College of Fine Arts and Comm
This course is an introduction to the literature of vocology. the course includes an overview of the research, resources and history of vocology. Students in this course will read and review books and articles written by the principle exponents of the field.
May be Repeated for a maximum of 4 hours
Restriction(s):
Undergraduate level students may not enroll.
Grade Mode(s): Standard Letter, Registrar do not use FN, Registrar do not use FS
MUSI 5228 Speaking voice Habilitation 2 Credits
Department: College of Fine Arts and Comm
This course will review basic voice disorders and demonstrate current principles of voice therapy and vocology. Empirical data of evidence-based approaches will be analyzed to understand the efficacy of these approaches.
May be Repeated for a maximum of 4 hours
Prerequisite(s): SPHS 5331 and SPHS 5314 and SPHS 5216 and SPHS 5118 and SPHS 5217 and SPHS 5225 and MUSI 5331 and MUSI 5314 and MUSI 5216 and MUSI 5118 and MUSI 5217 and MUSI 5225
Restriction(s):
Undergraduate level students may not enroll.
Grade Mode(s): Standard Letter, Registrar do not use FN, Registrar do not use FS
MUSI 5300 Special Projects in Music Educ 3 Credits
Department: College of Fine Arts and Comm
Individual projects for students with specialized needs in the music education area.
May be Repeated for a maximum of 12 hours
Restriction(s):
Undergraduate level students may not enroll.
Grade Mode(s): Standard Letter, Registrar do not use FN, Registrar do not use FS
MUSI 5310 Special Projects in Music Lit 3 Credits
Department: College of Fine Arts and Comm
Individual projects for students with specialized needs in the music literature area.
May be Repeated for a maximum of 9 hours
Restriction(s):
Undergraduate level students may not enroll.
Grade Mode(s): Standard Letter, Registrar do not use FN, Registrar do not use FS
MUSI 5314 Speech and Voice Science 3 Credits
Department: College of Fine Arts and Comm
Speech production is a complex process involving several systems in our body. This course will deal with articulatory, phonatory and resonatory science of speech production.
May be Repeated for a maximum of 6 hours
Restriction(s):
Undergraduate level students may not enroll.
Grade Mode(s): Standard Letter, Registrar do not use FN, Registrar do not use FS
MUSI 5315 Performing voice Habilitation 3 Credits
Department: College of Fine Arts and Comm
This course will allow students to apply principles of anatomy, physiology, pedagogy and literature to the habilitation of the performing voice. Students will be provided with applicable tools and resources to aid them in their professional endeavors.
May be Repeated for a maximum of 6 hours
Prerequisite(s): SPHS 5331 and SPHS 5314 and SPHS 5216 and SPHS 5118 and SPHS 5217 and SPHS 5225 and MUSI 5331 and MUSI 5314 and MUSI 5216 and MUSI 5118 and MUSI 5217 and MUSI 5225
Restriction(s):
Undergraduate level students may not enroll.
Grade Mode(s): Standard Letter, Registrar do not use FN, Registrar do not use FS
MUSI 5320 Special Projects Music Theory 3 Credits
Department: College of Fine Arts and Comm
Individual projects for students with specialized needs in the music theory area.
May be Repeated for a maximum of 9 hours
Restriction(s):
Undergraduate level students may not enroll.
Grade Mode(s): Standard Letter, Registrar do not use FN, Registrar do not use FS
MUSI 5331 Speech Anatomy and Physiology 3 Credits
Department: College of Fine Arts and Comm
This course addresses structure and function of human communication and swallowing processes that involve respiratory, phonatory, resonatory and articulatory systems. This course includes both formative and summative assessments.
May be Repeated for a maximum of 6 hours
Restriction(s):
Undergraduate level students may not enroll.
Grade Mode(s): Standard Letter, Registrar do not use FN, Registrar do not use FS