MUS 101
Music Fundamentals
(3 Credits)
Music Fundamentals includes the study of basic elements of music theory, rhythmic and pitch notation, major and minor scale intervals, basic chord structures, melodic and rhythmic dictation, as well as an introduction to the keyboard and singing.
MUS 103
Music Theory I
(4 Credits)
Music Theory I is the study of the basic principles of chordal structure and progression including four-part writing of diatonic harmony; sight-singing, dictation, and keyboard exercises; rhythmic drills with basic conducting patterns; and a study of elementary music forms. Course includes 45 hours of lecture and 30 hours of lab per semester. Usually offered in fall semester.
MUS 104
Music Theory II
(4 Credits)
Music Theory II is a study of the advanced principles of elementary chordal structure and progression including four-part writing of diatonic chords in root position and inversion. This course provides exercises in sight-singing and dictation, rhythmic drills, and the study of musical form. Course includes 45 hours of lecture and 30 hours of lab per semester. Prerequisite: MUS 103. Usually offered in spring semester.
MUS 105
Chorus I
(1 Credit)
The chorus performs both sacred and secular works from the 16th century to the present. Vocal problems are given attention. Members are expected to participate in concerts, Broadway-type productions, television appearances, etc., as scheduled by the director. Course includes 15 hours of lecture and 30 hours of rehearsal per semester. Prerequisites: permission of instructor and/or an audition. Course fee.
MUS 106
Chorus II
(1 Credit)
The chorus performs both sacred and secular works from the 16th century to the present. Vocal problems are given attention. Members are expected to participate in concerts, Broadway-type productions, television appearances, etc., as scheduled by the director. Course includes 15 hours of lecture and 30 hours of rehearsal per semester. Prerequisites: permission of instructor and/or an audition. Course fee.
MUS 107
A Cappella Singers I
(1 Credit)
The A Cappella Singers perform unaccompanied vocal music from the Renaissance to the present. Students develop vocal techniques. Participation in concerts, community events, and other appearances, as scheduled, is required. Course includes 15 hours of lecture and 30 hours of rehearsal per semester. Prerequisites: permission of instructor and/or an audition. Course fee.
MUS 108
A Cappella Singers II
(1 Credit)
The A Cappella Singers perform unaccompanied vocal music from the Renaissance to the present. Students develop vocal techniques. Participation in concerts, community events, and other appearances, as scheduled, is required. Course includes 15 hours of lecture and 30 hours of rehearsal per semester. Prerequisites: permission of instructor and/or an audition. Course fee.
MUS 109
Band I
(1 Credit)
The band provides practice in basic musicianship, intonation and tone color. It is a study of various types and styles of music written or arranged for band. Students are prepared for public performances. Course includes 15 hours of lecture and 30 hours of rehearsal per semester. Prerequisites: permission of instructor and/or an audition. Course fee.
MUS 110
Band II
(1 Credit)
The band provides practice in basic musicianship, intonation and tone color. It is a study of various types and styles of music written or arranged for band. Students are prepared for public performances. Course includes 15 hours of lecture and 30 hours of rehearsal per semester. Prerequisites: permission of instructor and/or an audition. Course fee.
MUS 111
Jazz Ensemble I
(1 Credit)
The HCC Jazz Ensemble performs instrumental jazz from the earliest to contemporary forms. Students develop instrumental techniques and participate in concerts, theater productions and other appearances, as scheduled. Course includes 15 hours of lecture and 30 hours of rehearsal per semester. Prerequisites: permission of instructor and/or an audition. Course fee.
MUS 112
Jazz Ensemble II
(1 Credit)
The HCC Jazz Ensemble performs instrumental jazz from the earliest to contemporary forms. Students develop instrumental techniques and participate in concerts, theater productions and other appearances, as scheduled. Course includes 15 hours of lecture and 30 hours of rehearsal per semester. Prerequisites: permission of instructor and/or an audition. Course fee.
MUS 113
Percussion Ensemble I
(1 Credit)
This course consists of the performance of percussion repertoire and the development of techniques on various percussion instruments. Participation in concerts, theater productions and other appearances, as scheduled, is required. Course includes 15 hours of lecture and 30 hours of rehearsal per semester. Prerequisites: permission of instructor and/or an audition. Course fee.
MUS 114
Percussion Ensemble II
(1 Credit)
This course consists of the performance of percussion repertoire and the development of techniques on various percussion instruments. Participation in concerts, theater productions and other appearances, as scheduled, is required. Course includes 15 hours of lecture and 30 hours of rehearsal per semester. Prerequisites: permission of instructor and/or an audition. Course fee.
MUS 115
Class Piano I
(1 Credit)
This course is an introduction to basic theory and its application to the keyboard including notation, scales, chords and elementary piano skills. Grade one level piano pieces are used. Course includes 15 hours of lecture and 15 hours of lab per semester. Course fee.
MUS 118
Vocal Jazz Ensemble I
(1 Credit)
"Second Shift" performs vocal jazz from the earliest to contemporary forms. Students develop vocal jazz techniques. Participation is required in concerts, theater productions and other appearances, as scheduled. Course includes 15 hours of lecture and 30 hours of rehearsal per semester. Prerequisite: permission of instructor and/or an audition. Course fee.
MUS 119
Vocal Jazz Ensemble II
(1 Credit)
"Second Shift" performs vocal jazz from the earliest to contemporary forms. Students develop vocal jazz techniques. Participation is required in concerts, theater productions and other appearances, as scheduled. Course includes 15 hours of lecture and 30 hours of rehearsal per semester. Prerequisite: permission of instructor and/or an audition. Course fee.
MUS 120
Orchestra I
(1 Credit)
The orchestra performs the great orchestral masterpieces as well as new orchestral literature. Students gain practice in basic musicianship, intonation, tone, color and sensitivity. Students are prepared for public performance. Course includes 15 hours of lecture and 30 hours of rehearsal per semester. Prerequisite: permission of instructor and/or an audition. Course fee.
MUS 121
Orchestra II
(1 Credit)
The orchestra performs the great orchestral masterpieces as well as new orchestral literature. Students gain practice in basic musicianship, intonation, tone, color and sensitivity. Students are prepared for public performance. Course includes 15 hours of lecture and 30 hours of rehearsal per semester. Prerequisite: permission of instructor and/or an audition. Course fee.
MUS 124
Vocal Performance Workshop I
(1 Credit)
This course provides performance opportunities for students who wish to pursue a music program intended for performance, or other students with musical interest. Students collaboratively learn musical scenes and become comfortable with a professional rehearsal process, culminating in a public performance. The instructor provides feedback to aid students' development of complete dramatic material. Assigned scenes include selections from the classical, operatic, or musical theater repertoire. Course includes 15 hours of lecture and 30 hours of rehearsal per semester. Prerequisite: permission of instructor and/or an audition. Course fee.
MUS 125
Vocal Performance Workshop II
(1 Credit)
This course provides performance opportunities for students who wish to pursue a music program intended for performance, or other students with musical interest. Students collaboratively learn musical scenes and become comfortable with a professional rehearsal process, culminating in a public performance. The instructor provides feedback to aid students' development of complete dramatic material. Assigned scenes include selections from the classical, operatic, or musical theater repertoire. Course includes 15 hours of lecture and 30 hours of rehearsal per semester. Prerequisite: permission of instructor and/or an audition. Course fee.
MUS 127
Applied Music: Commercial Voice I
(1 Credit)
These courses provide instruction in voice or instrument for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performance, or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or for other students with musical background and interest. Students may choose either from the traditional repertoire or from a jazz/rock/show repertoire. One half-hour lesson and seven hours of practice per week. Course fee.
MUS 128
Applied Music: Commercial Voice II
(1 Credit)
These courses provide instruction in voice or instrument for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performance, or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or for other students with musical background and interest. Students may choose either from the traditional repertoire or from a jazz/rock/show repertoire. One half-hour lesson and seven hours of practice per week. Course fee.
MUS 129
Applied Music: Commercial Voice III
(1 Credit)
These courses provide instruction in voice or instrument for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performance, or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or for other students with musical background and interest. Students may choose either from the traditional repertoire or from a jazz/rock/show repertoire. One half-hour lesson and seven hours of practice per week. Course fee.
MUS 130
Applied Music: Commercial Voice IV
(1 Credit)
These courses provide instruction in voice or instrument for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performance, or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or for other students with musical background and interest. Students may choose either from the traditional repertoire or from a jazz/rock/show repertoire. One half-hour lesson and seven hours of practice per week. Course fee.
MUS 131
Applied Music: Woodwinds I
(1 Credit)
These courses provide instruction in voice or instrument for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performance, or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or for other students with musical background and interest. Students may choose either from the traditional repertoire or from a jazz/rock/show repertoire. One half-hour lesson and seven hours of practice per week. Course fee.
MUS 132
Applied Music: Woodwinds II
(1 Credit)
These courses provide instruction in voice or instrument for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performance, or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or for other students with musical background and interest. Students may choose either from the traditional repertoire or from a jazz/rock/show repertoire. One half-hour lesson and seven hours of practice per week. Course fee.
MUS 133
Applied Music: Woodwinds III
(1 Credit)
These courses provide instruction in voice or instrument for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performance, or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or for other students with musical background and interest. Students may choose either from the traditional repertoire or from a jazz/rock/show repertoire. One half-hour lesson and seven hours of practice per week. Course fee.
MUS 134
Applied Music: Woodwinds IV
(1 Credit)
These courses provide instruction in voice or instrument for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performance, or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or for other students with musical background and interest. Students may choose either from the traditional repertoire or from a jazz/rock/show repertoire. One half-hour lesson and seven hours of practice per week. Course fee.
MUS 135
Applied Music: Brass I
(1 Credit)
These courses provide instruction in voice or instrument for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performance, or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or for other students with musical background and interest. Students may choose either from the traditional repertoire or from a jazz/rock/show repertoire. One half-hour lesson and seven hours of practice per week. Course fee.
MUS 136
Applied Music: Brass II
(1 Credit)
These courses provide instruction in voice or instrument for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performance, or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or for other students with musical background and interest. Students may choose either from the traditional repertoire or from a jazz/rock/show repertoire. One half-hour lesson and seven hours of practice per week. Course fee.
MUS 137
Applied Music: Brass III
(1 Credit)
These courses provide instruction in voice or instrument for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performance, or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or for other students with musical background and interest. Students may choose either from the traditional repertoire or from a jazz/rock/show repertoire. One half-hour lesson and seven hours of practice per week. Course fee.
MUS 138
Applied Music: Brass IV
(1 Credit)
These courses provide instruction in voice or instrument for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performance, or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or for other students with musical background and interest. Students may choose either from the traditional repertoire or from a jazz/rock/show repertoire. One half-hour lesson and seven hours of practice per week. Course fee.
MUS 139
Applied Music: Drum Set/Percussion I
(1 Credit)
These courses provide instruction in voice or instrument for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performance, or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or for other students with musical background and interest. Students may choose either from the traditional repertoire or from a jazz/rock/show repertoire. One half-hour lesson and seven hours of practice per week. Course fee.
MUS 140
Applied Music: Drum Set/Percussion II
(1 Credit)
These courses provide instruction in voice or instrument for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performance, or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or for other students with musical background and interest. Students may choose either from the traditional repertoire or from a jazz/rock/show repertoire. One half-hour lesson and seven hours of practice per week. Course fee.
MUS 141
Applied Music: Drum Set/Percussion III
(1 Credit)
These courses provide instruction in voice or instrument for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performance, or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or for other students with musical background and interest. Students may choose either from the traditional repertoire or from a jazz/rock/show repertoire. One half-hour lesson and seven hours of practice per week. Course fee.
MUS 142
Applied Music: Drum Set/Percussion IV
(1 Credit)
These courses provide instruction in voice or instrument for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performance, or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or for other students with musical background and interest. Students may choose either from the traditional repertoire or from a jazz/rock/show repertoire. One half-hour lesson and seven hours of practice per week. Course fee.
MUS 143
Applied Music: Strings I
(1 Credit)
These courses provide instruction in voice or instrument for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performance, or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or for other students with musical background and interest. Students may choose either from the traditional repertoire or from a jazz/rock/show repertoire. One half-hour lesson and seven hours of practice per week. Course fee.
MUS 144
Applied Music: Strings II
(1 Credit)
These courses provide instruction in voice or instrument for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performance, or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or for other students with musical background and interest. Students may choose either from the traditional repertoire or from a jazz/rock/show repertoire. One half-hour lesson and seven hours of practice per week. Course fee.
MUS 145
Applied Music: Strings III
(1 Credit)
These courses provide instruction in voice or instrument for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performance, or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or for other students with musical background and interest. Students may choose either from the traditional repertoire or from a jazz/rock/show repertoire. One half-hour lesson and seven hours of practice per week. Course fee.
MUS 146
Applied Music: Strings IV
(1 Credit)
These courses provide instruction in voice or instrument for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performance, or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or for other students with musical background and interest. Students may choose either from the traditional repertoire or from a jazz/rock/show repertoire. One half-hour lesson and seven hours of practice per week. Course fee.
MUS 147
Applied Music: Keyboard I
(1 Credit)
These courses provide instruction in voice or instrument for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performance, or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or for other students with musical background and interest. Students may choose either from the traditional repertoire or from a jazz/rock/show repertoire. One half-hour lesson and seven hours of practice per week. Course fee.
MUS 148
Applied Music: Keyboard II
(1 Credit)
These courses provide instruction in voice or instrument for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performance, or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or for other students with musical background and interest. Students may choose either from the traditional repertoire or from a jazz/rock/show repertoire. One half-hour lesson and seven hours of practice per week. Course fee.
MUS 149
Applied Music: Keyboard III
(1 Credit)
These courses provide instruction in voice or instrument for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performance, or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or for other students with musical background and interest. Students may choose either from the traditional repertoire or from a jazz/rock/show repertoire. One half-hour lesson and seven hours of practice per week. Course fee.
MUS 150
Applied Music: Keyboard IV
(1 Credit)
These courses provide instruction in voice or instrument for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performance, or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or for other students with musical background and interest. Students may choose either from the traditional repertoire or from a jazz/rock/show repertoire. One half-hour lesson and seven hours of practice per week. Course fee.
MUS 151
Applied Music: Voice I
(1 Credit)
These courses provide instruction in voice or instrument for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performance, or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or for other students with musical background and interest. Students may choose either from the traditional repertoire or from a jazz/rock/show repertoire. One half-hour lesson and seven hours of practice per week. Course fee.
MUS 152
Applied Music: Voice II
(1 Credit)
These courses provide instruction in voice or instrument for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performance, or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or for other students with musical background and interest. Students may choose either from the traditional repertoire or from a jazz/rock/show repertoire. One half-hour lesson and seven hours of practice per week. Course fee.
MUS 153
Applied Music: Voice III
(1 Credit)
These courses provide instruction in voice or instrument for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performance, or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or for other students with musical background and interest. Students may choose either from the traditional repertoire or from a jazz/rock/show repertoire. One half-hour lesson and seven hours of practice per week. Course fee.
MUS 154
Applied Music: Voice IV
(1 Credit)
These courses provide instruction in voice or instrument for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performance, or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or for other students with musical background and interest. Students may choose either from the traditional repertoire or from a jazz/rock/show repertoire. One half-hour lesson and seven hours of practice per week. Course fee.
MUS 155
Applied Music: Guitar I
(1 Credit)
These courses provide instruction in voice or instrument for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performance, or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or for other students with musical background and interest. Students may choose either from the traditional repertoire or from a jazz/rock/show repertoire. One half-hour lesson and seven hours of practice per week. Course fee.
MUS 156
Applied Music: Guitar II
(1 Credit)
These courses provide instruction in voice or instrument for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performance, or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or for other students with musical background and interest. Students may choose either from the traditional repertoire or from a jazz/rock/show repertoire. One half-hour lesson and seven hours of practice per week. Course fee.
MUS 157
Applied Music: Guitar III
(1 Credit)
These courses provide instruction in voice or instrument for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performance, or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or for other students with musical background and interest. Students may choose either from the traditional repertoire or from a jazz/rock/show repertoire. One half-hour lesson and seven hours of practice per week. Course fee.
MUS 158
Applied Music: Guitar IV
(1 Credit)
These courses provide instruction in voice or instrument for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performance, or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or for other students with musical background and interest. Students may choose either from the traditional repertoire or from a jazz/rock/show repertoire. One half-hour lesson and seven hours of practice per week. Course fee.
MUS 159
Applied Music: Electric Bass I
(1 Credit)
These courses provide instruction in voice or instrument for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performance, or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or for other students with musical background and interest. Students may choose either from the traditional repertoire or from a jazz/rock/show repertoire. One half-hour lesson and seven hours of practice per week. Course fee.
MUS 160
Applied Music: Electric Bass II
(1 Credit)
These courses provide instruction in voice or instrument for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performance, or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or for other students with musical background and interest. Students may choose either from the traditional repertoire or from a jazz/rock/show repertoire. One half-hour lesson and seven hours of practice per week. Course fee.
MUS 161
Applied Music: Electric Bass III
(1 Credit)
These courses provide instruction in voice or instrument for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performance, or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or for other students with musical background and interest. Students may choose either from the traditional repertoire or from a jazz/rock/show repertoire. One half-hour lesson and seven hours of practice per week. Course fee.
MUS 162
Applied Music: Electric Bass IV
(1 Credit)
These courses provide instruction in voice or instrument for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performance, or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or for other students with musical background and interest. Students may choose either from the traditional repertoire or from a jazz/rock/show repertoire. One half-hour lesson and seven hours of practice per week. Course fee.
MUS 163
Applied Music: Electric Guitar I
(1 Credit)
These courses provide instruction in voice or instrument for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performance, or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or for other students with musical background and interest. Students may choose either from the traditional repertoire or from a jazz/rock/show repertoire. One half-hour lesson and seven hours of practice per week. Course fee.
MUS 164
Applied Music: Electric Guitar II
(1 Credit)
These courses provide instruction in voice or instrument for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performance, or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or for other students with musical background and interest. Students may choose either from the traditional repertoire or from a jazz/rock/show repertoire. One half-hour lesson and seven hours of practice per week. Course fee.
MUS 165
Applied Music: Electric Guitar III
(1 Credit)
These courses provide instruction in voice or instrument for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performance, or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or for other students with musical background and interest. Students may choose either from the traditional repertoire or from a jazz/rock/show repertoire. One half-hour lesson and seven hours of practice per week. Course fee.
MUS 166
Applied Music: Electric Guitar IV
(1 Credit)
These courses provide instruction in voice or instrument for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performance, or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or for other students with musical background and interest. Students may choose either from the traditional repertoire or from a jazz/rock/show repertoire. One half-hour lesson and seven hours of practice per week. Course fee.
MUS 167
Applied Music: Composition I
(1 Credit)
This course provides individualized instruction in vocal/ instrumental composition and arranging for students who wish to pursue a music degree, or for those with musical background and interest. One-half hour lesson and seven hours of work/practice per week. Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Course fee.
MUS 168
Applied Music: Composition II
(1 Credit)
This course provides individualized instruction in vocal/ instrumental composition and arranging for students who wish to pursue a music degree, or for those with musical background and interest. One-half hour lesson and seven hours of work/practice per week. Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Course fee.
MUS 169
Applied Music: Composition III
(1 Credit)
This course provides individualized instruction in vocal/ instrumental composition and arranging for students who wish to pursue a music degree, or for those with musical background and interest. One-half hour lesson and seven hours of work/practice per week. Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Course fee.
MUS 170
Applied Music: Composition IV
(1 Credit)
This course provides individualized instruction in vocal/ instrumental composition and arranging for students who wish to pursue a music degree, or for those with musical background and interest. One-half hour lesson and seven hours of work/practice per week. Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Course fee.
MUS 171
Applied Music: Improvisation I
(1 Credit)
This course provides individualized instruction in vocal/ instrumental composition and arranging for students who wish to pursue a music degree, or for those with musical background and interest. One-half hour lesson and seven hours of work/practice per week. Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Course fee.
MUS 172
Applied Music: Improvisation II
(1 Credit)
This course provides individualized instruction in vocal/ instrumental composition and arranging for students who wish to pursue a music degree, or for those with musical background and interest. One-half hour lesson and seven hours of work/practice per week. Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Course fee.
MUS 173
Applied Music: Improvisation III
(1 Credit)
This course provides individualized instruction in vocal/ instrumental composition and arranging for students who wish to pursue a music degree, or for those with musical background and interest. One-half hour lesson and seven hours of work/practice per week. Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Course fee.
MUS 174
Applied Music: Improvisation IV
(1 Credit)
This course provides individualized instruction in vocal/ instrumental composition and arranging for students who wish to pursue a music degree, or for those with musical background and interest. One-half hour lesson and seven hours of work/practice per week. Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Course fee.
MUS 185
Classical Guitar Ensemble I
(1 Credit)
This course provides an ensemble experience by giving the guitar student an opportunity to perform in a group environment along with guitarists. Students are exposed to a variety of classical music literature, as well as styles and techniques associated with classical music, with an emphasis on guitar. Course includes 15 hours of lecture and 30 hours of rehearsal per semester. Course fee.
MUS 186
Classical Guitar Ensemble II
(1 Credit)
This course provides an ensemble experience by giving the guitar student an opportunity to perform in a group environment along with guitarists. Students are exposed to a variety of classical music literature, as well as styles and techniques associated with classical music, with an emphasis on guitar. Course includes 15 hours of lecture and 30 hours of rehearsal per semester. Course fee.
MUS 187
Chamber Music Ensemble I
(1 Credit)
Students participating in this course have the opportunity to play a wide variety of classical music styles in a chamber setting, allowing for a high level of musical interaction within the ensemble. Students gain practice in basic musicianship, intonation, tone, color and sensitivity. Students develop instrumental techniques and participate in concerts, theater productions and other appearances as scheduled. Course includes 15 hours of lecture and 30 hours of rehearsal per semester. Course fee.
MUS 188
Chamber Music Ensemble II
(1 Credit)
Students participating in this course have the opportunity to play a wide variety of classical music styles in a chamber setting, allowing for a high level of musical interaction within the ensemble. Students gain practice in basic musicianship, intonation, tone, color and sensitivity. Students develop instrumental techniques and participate in concerts, theater productions and other appearances as scheduled. Course includes 15 hours of lecture and 30 hours of rehearsal per semester. Course fee.
MUS 191
Independent Study: Music
(1 Credit)
Course description not available at this time.
MUS 192
Independent Study: Music
(2 Credits)
Course description not available at this time.
MUS 193
Independent Study Music
(3 Credits)
A course of instruction for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performances or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or other students with musical background and interest.
MUS 194
Independent Study: Music
(4 Credits)
Course description not available at this time.
MUS 201
The Art of Listening I (H) (D)
(3 Credits)
Art of Listening I is an introductory study of music styles, media and forms as they exist in our culture from ancient times to the early 19th century through a survey of standard concert repertory and its historical development. Special emphasis is placed on aural identification. This course may require field trips.
MUS 202
The Art of Listening II (GH) (D)
(3 Credits)
Art of Listening II is an introductory study of music styles, media and forms as they exist in our culture from the early 19th century to the present through a survey of standard concert repertory and its historical development. Special emphasis is placed on aural identification. This course may require field trips.
MUS 203
Music Theory III
(4 Credits)
Music Theory III is a study of chromatic harmony highlighting stylistic differences between 18th and 19th century practices. Original composition is encouraged. The course includes sight-singing, dictation, rhythmic drills, and the study of musical forms. Course includes 45 hours of lecture and 30 hours of lab per semester. Prerequisite: MUS 104 or equivalent. Usually offered in fall semester.
MUS 204
Music Theory IV
(4 Credits)
Music Theory IV is a study of advanced chromatic harmony and 20th century compositional techniques. Original compositions are required. Includes sight-singing, dictation and keyboard exercises; rhythmic drills; and study of music forms. Course includes 45 hours of lecture and 30 hours of lab per semester. Prerequisite: MUS 203 or equivalent. Usually offered in spring semester.
MUS 205
Chorus III
(1 Credit)
The chorus performs both sacred and secular works from the 16th century to the present. Vocal problems are given attention. Members are expected to participate in concerts, Broadway-type productions, television appearances, etc., as scheduled by the director. Course includes 15 hours of lecture and 30 hours of rehearsal per semester. Prerequisites: permission of instructor and/or an audition. Course fee.
MUS 206
Chorus IV
(1 Credit)
The chorus performs both sacred and secular works from the 16th century to the present. Vocal problems are given attention. Members are expected to participate in concerts, Broadway-type productions, television appearances, etc., as scheduled by the director. Course includes 15 hours of lecture and 30 hours of rehearsal per semester. Prerequisites: permission of instructor and/or an audition. Course fee.
MUS 207
A Cappella Singers III
(1 Credit)
The A Cappella Singers perform unaccompanied vocal music from the Renaissance to the present. Students develop vocal techniques. Participation in concerts, community events, and other appearances, as scheduled, is required. Course includes 15 hours of lecture and 30 hours of rehearsal per semester. Prerequisites: permission of instructor and/or an audition. Course fee.
MUS 208
A Cappella Singers IV
(1 Credit)
The A Cappella Singers perform unaccompanied vocal music from the Renaissance to the present. Students develop vocal techniques. Participation in concerts, community events, and other appearances, as scheduled, is required. Course includes 15 hours of lecture and 30 hours of rehearsal per semester. Prerequisites: permission of instructor and/or an audition. Course fee.
MUS 209
Band III
(1 Credit)
The band provides practice in basic musicianship, intonation and tone color. It is a study of various types and styles of music written or arranged for band. Students are prepared for public performances. Course includes 15 hours of lecture and 30 hours of rehearsal per semester. Prerequisites: permission of instructor and/or an audition. Course fee.
MUS 210
Band IV
(1 Credit)
The band provides practice in basic musicianship, intonation and tone color. It is a study of various types and styles of music written or arranged for band. Students are prepared for public performances. Course includes 15 hours of lecture and 30 hours of rehearsal per semester. Prerequisites: permission of instructor and/or an audition. Course fee.
MUS 211
Jazz Ensemble III
(1 Credit)
The HCC Jazz Ensemble performs instrumental jazz from the earliest to contemporary forms. Students develop instrumental techniques and participate in concerts, theater productions and other appearances, as scheduled. Course includes 15 hours of lecture and 30 hours of rehearsal per semester. Prerequisites: permission of instructor and/or an audition. Course fee.
MUS 212
Jazz Ensemble IV
(1 Credit)
The HCC Jazz Ensemble performs instrumental jazz from the earliest to contemporary forms. Students develop instrumental techniques and participate in concerts, theater productions and other appearances, as scheduled. Course includes 15 hours of lecture and 30 hours of rehearsal per semester. Prerequisites: permission of instructor and/or an audition. Course fee.
MUS 213
Percussion Ensemble III
(1 Credit)
This course consists of the performance of percussion repertoire and the development of techniques on various percussion instruments. Participation in concerts, theater productions and other appearances, as scheduled, is required. Course includes 15 hours of lecture and 30 hours of rehearsal per semester. Prerequisites: permission of instructor and/or an audition. Course fee.
MUS 214
Percussion Ensemble IV
(1 Credit)
This course consists of the performance of percussion repertoire and the development of techniques on various percussion instruments. Participation in concerts, theater productions and other appearances, as scheduled, is required. Course includes 15 hours of lecture and 30 hours of rehearsal per semester. Prerequisites: permission of instructor and/or an audition. Course fee.
MUS 215
Introduction to Electronic Music
(3 Credits)
Students are able to create interesting electronic musical compositions through introductory studies of notation and sequencing software programs. Projects include computer-generated scores and compositions generated with MIDI, digital audio and digital synthesis. Course includes 30 hours of lecture and 30 hours of lab per semester. Course fee.
MUS 216
World Music (GH) (D)
(3 Credits)
World Music has a broad scope within the realm of the music from other cultures, with the emphasis on music from cultures other than Western European. Students consider a variety of works from a variety of cultures across the globe by representative performers and composers. This course may require field trips.
MUS 218
Vocal Jazz Ensemble III
(1 Credit)
"Second Shift" performs vocal jazz from the earliest to contemporary forms. Students develop vocal jazz techniques. Participation is required in concerts, theater productions and other appearances, as scheduled. Course includes 15 hours of lecture and 30 hours of rehearsal per semester. Prerequisite: permission of instructor and/or an audition. Course fee.
MUS 219
Vocal Jazz Ensemble IV
(1 Credit)
"Second Shift" performs vocal jazz from the earliest to contemporary forms. Students develop vocal jazz techniques. Participation is required in concerts, theater productions and other appearances, as scheduled. Course includes 15 hours of lecture and 30 hours of rehearsal per semester. Prerequisite: permission of instructor and/or an audition. Course fee.
MUS 220
Orchestra III
(1 Credit)
The orchestra performs the great orchestral masterpieces as well as new orchestral literature. Students gain practice in basic musicianship, intonation, tone, color and sensitivity. Students are prepared for public performance. Course includes 15 hours of lecture and 30 hours of rehearsal per semester. Prerequisite: permission of instructor and/or an audition. Course fee.
MUS 221
Orchestra IV
(1 Credit)
The orchestra performs the great orchestral masterpieces as well as new orchestral literature. Students gain practice in basic musicianship, intonation, tone, color and sensitivity. Students are prepared for public performance. Course includes 15 hours of lecture and 30 hours of rehearsal per semester. Prerequisite: permission of instructor and/or an audition. Course fee.
MUS 222
Popular Music of the United States (GH) (D)
(3 Credits)
The history of popular music in the United States is studied from the standpoint of cultural impact. This course includes the study of the origins of a "popular" audience, through the late 19th century; the development of Jazz, Ragtime, Blues, Tin-Pan-Alley, show music, Swing, motion picture music, Country, protest music, Rock and Roll, Folk and Rock. Students are required to participate in listening assignments representative of the various stages of the development of popular music. This course may require field trips.
MUS 223
Listening to Jazz (GH) (D)
(3 Credits)
Listening to Jazz is a general introductory course exploring the history and development of jazz music in the United States over its century-long history and from its African and American precursors to its present-day practice throughout the world. The basic structural elements of music are introduced to provide a foundation for critical listening and discussion. This course may require field trips.
MUS 224
Vocal Performance Workshop III
(1 Credit)
This course provides performance opportunities for students who wish to pursue a music program intended for performance, or other students with musical interest. Students collaboratively learn musical scenes and become comfortable with a professional rehearsal process, culminating in a public performance. The instructor provides feedback to aid students' development of complete dramatic material. Assigned scenes include selections from the classical, operatic, or musical theater repertoire. Course includes 15 hours of lecture and 30 hours of rehearsal per semester. Prerequisite: permission of instructor and/or an audition. Course fee.
MUS 225
Vocal Performance Workshop IV
(1 Credit)
This course provides performance opportunities for students who wish to pursue a music program intended for performance, or other students with musical interest. Students collaboratively learn musical scenes and become comfortable with a professional rehearsal process, culminating in a public performance. The instructor provides feedback to aid students' development of complete dramatic material. Assigned scenes include selections from the classical, operatic, or musical theater repertoire. Course includes 15 hours of lecture and 30 hours of rehearsal per semester. Prerequisite: permission of instructor and/or an audition. Course fee.
MUS 227
Applied Music: Commercial Voice V
(1 Credit)
These courses provide instruction in voice or instrument for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performance, or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or for other students with musical background and interest. Students may choose either from the traditional repertoire or from a jazz/rock/show repertoire. One half-hour lesson and seven hours of practice per week. Course fee.
MUS 228
Applied Music: Commercial Voice VI
(1 Credit)
These courses provide instruction in voice or instrument for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performance, or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or for other students with musical background and interest. Students may choose either from the traditional repertoire or from a jazz/rock/show repertoire. One half-hour lesson and seven hours of practice per week. Course fee.
MUS 229
Applied Music: Commercial Voice VII
(1 Credit)
These courses provide instruction in voice or instrument for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performance, or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or for other students with musical background and interest. Students may choose either from the traditional repertoire or from a jazz/rock/show repertoire. One half-hour lesson and seven hours of practice per week. Course fee.
MUS 230
Applied Music: Commercial Voice VIII
(1 Credit)
These courses provide instruction in voice or instrument for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performance, or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or for other students with musical background and interest. Students may choose either from the traditional repertoire or from a jazz/rock/show repertoire. One half-hour lesson and seven hours of practice per week. Course fee.
MUS 231
Applied Music: Woodwinds V
(1 Credit)
These courses provide instruction in voice or instrument for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performance, or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or for other students with musical background and interest. Students may choose either from the traditional repertoire or from a jazz/rock/show repertoire. One half-hour lesson and seven hours of practice per week. Course fee.
MUS 232
Applied Music: Woodwinds VI
(1 Credit)
These courses provide instruction in voice or instrument for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performance, or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or for other students with musical background and interest. Students may choose either from the traditional repertoire or from a jazz/rock/show repertoire. One half-hour lesson and seven hours of practice per week. Course fee.
MUS 233
Applied Music: Woodwinds VII
(1 Credit)
These courses provide instruction in voice or instrument for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performance, or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or for other students with musical background and interest. Students may choose either from the traditional repertoire or from a jazz/rock/show repertoire. One half-hour lesson and seven hours of practice per week. Course fee.
MUS 234
Applied Music: Woodwinds VIII
(1 Credit)
These courses provide instruction in voice or instrument for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performance, or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or for other students with musical background and interest. Students may choose either from the traditional repertoire or from a jazz/rock/show repertoire. One half-hour lesson and seven hours of practice per week. Course fee.
MUS 235
Applied Music: Brass V
(1 Credit)
These courses provide instruction in voice or instrument for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performance, or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or for other students with musical background and interest. Students may choose either from the traditional repertoire or from a jazz/rock/show repertoire. One half-hour lesson and seven hours of practice per week. Course fee.
MUS 236
Applied Music: Brass VI
(1 Credit)
These courses provide instruction in voice or instrument for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performance, or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or for other students with musical background and interest. Students may choose either from the traditional repertoire or from a jazz/rock/show repertoire. One half-hour lesson and seven hours of practice per week. Course fee.
MUS 237
Applied Music: Brass VII
(1 Credit)
These courses provide instruction in voice or instrument for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performance, or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or for other students with musical background and interest. Students may choose either from the traditional repertoire or from a jazz/rock/show repertoire. One half-hour lesson and seven hours of practice per week. Course fee.
MUS 238
Applied Music: Brass VIII
(1 Credit)
These courses provide instruction in voice or instrument for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performance, or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or for other students with musical background and interest. Students may choose either from the traditional repertoire or from a jazz/rock/show repertoire. One half-hour lesson and seven hours of practice per week. Course fee.
MUS 239
Applied Music: Drum Set/Percussion V
(1 Credit)
These courses provide instruction in voice or instrument for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performance, or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or for other students with musical background and interest. Students may choose either from the traditional repertoire or from a jazz/rock/show repertoire. One half-hour lesson and seven hours of practice per week. Course fee.
MUS 240
Applied Music: Drum Set/Percussion VI
(1 Credit)
These courses provide instruction in voice or instrument for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performance, or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or for other students with musical background and interest. Students may choose either from the traditional repertoire or from a jazz/rock/show repertoire. One half-hour lesson and seven hours of practice per week. Course fee.
MUS 241
Applied Music: Drum Set/Percussion VII
(1 Credit)
These courses provide instruction in voice or instrument for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performance, or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or for other students with musical background and interest. Students may choose either from the traditional repertoire or from a jazz/rock/show repertoire. One half-hour lesson and seven hours of practice per week. Course fee.
MUS 242
Applied Music: Drum Set/Percussion VIII
(1 Credit)
These courses provide instruction in voice or instrument for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performance, or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or for other students with musical background and interest. Students may choose either from the traditional repertoire or from a jazz/rock/show repertoire. One half-hour lesson and seven hours of practice per week. Course fee.
MUS 243
Applied Music: Strings V
(1 Credit)
These courses provide instruction in voice or instrument for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performance, or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or for other students with musical background and interest. Students may choose either from the traditional repertoire or from a jazz/rock/show repertoire. One half-hour lesson and seven hours of practice per week. Course fee.
MUS 244
Applied Music: Strings VI
(1 Credit)
These courses provide instruction in voice or instrument for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performance, or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or for other students with musical background and interest. Students may choose either from the traditional repertoire or from a jazz/rock/show repertoire. One half-hour lesson and seven hours of practice per week. Course fee.
MUS 245
Applied Music: Strings VII
(1 Credit)
These courses provide instruction in voice or instrument for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performance, or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or for other students with musical background and interest. Students may choose either from the traditional repertoire or from a jazz/rock/show repertoire. One half-hour lesson and seven hours of practice per week. Course fee.
MUS 246
Applied Music: Strings VIII
(1 Credit)
These courses provide instruction in voice or instrument for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performance, or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or for other students with musical background and interest. Students may choose either from the traditional repertoire or from a jazz/rock/show repertoire. One half-hour lesson and seven hours of practice per week. Course fee.
MUS 247
Applied Music: Keyboard V
(1 Credit)
These courses provide instruction in voice or instrument for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performance, or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or for other students with musical background and interest. Students may choose either from the traditional repertoire or from a jazz/rock/show repertoire. One half-hour lesson and seven hours of practice per week. Course fee.
MUS 248
Applied Music: Keyboard VI
(1 Credit)
These courses provide instruction in voice or instrument for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performance, or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or for other students with musical background and interest. Students may choose either from the traditional repertoire or from a jazz/rock/show repertoire. One half-hour lesson and seven hours of practice per week. Course fee.
MUS 249
Applied Music: Keyboard VII
(1 Credit)
These courses provide instruction in voice or instrument for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performance, or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or for other students with musical background and interest. Students may choose either from the traditional repertoire or from a jazz/rock/show repertoire. One half-hour lesson and seven hours of practice per week. Course fee.
MUS 250
Applied Music: Keyboard VIII
(1 Credit)
These courses provide instruction in voice or instrument for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performance, or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or for other students with musical background and interest. Students may choose either from the traditional repertoire or from a jazz/rock/show repertoire. One half-hour lesson and seven hours of practice per week. Course fee.
MUS 251
Applied Music: Voice V
(1 Credit)
These courses provide instruction in voice or instrument for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performance, or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or for other students with musical background and interest. Students may choose either from the traditional repertoire or from a jazz/rock/show repertoire. One half-hour lesson and seven hours of practice per week. Course fee.
MUS 252
Applied Music: Voice VI
(1 Credit)
These courses provide instruction in voice or instrument for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performance, or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or for other students with musical background and interest. Students may choose either from the traditional repertoire or from a jazz/rock/show repertoire. One half-hour lesson and seven hours of practice per week. Course fee.
MUS 253
Applied Music: Voice VII
(1 Credit)
These courses provide instruction in voice or instrument for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performance, or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or for other students with musical background and interest. Students may choose either from the traditional repertoire or from a jazz/rock/show repertoire. One half-hour lesson and seven hours of practice per week. Course fee.
MUS 254
Applied Music: Voice VIII
(1 Credit)
These courses provide instruction in voice or instrument for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performance, or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or for other students with musical background and interest. Students may choose either from the traditional repertoire or from a jazz/rock/show repertoire. One half-hour lesson and seven hours of practice per week. Course fee.
MUS 255
Applied Music: Guitar V
(1 Credit)
These courses provide instruction in voice or instrument for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performance, or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or for other students with musical background and interest. Students may choose either from the traditional repertoire or from a jazz/rock/show repertoire. One half-hour lesson and seven hours of practice per week. Course fee.
MUS 256
Applied Music: Guitar VI
(1 Credit)
These courses provide instruction in voice or instrument for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performance, or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or for other students with musical background and interest. Students may choose either from the traditional repertoire or from a jazz/rock/show repertoire. One half-hour lesson and seven hours of practice per week. Course fee.
MUS 257
Applied Music: Guitar VII
(1 Credit)
These courses provide instruction in voice or instrument for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performance, or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or for other students with musical background and interest. Students may choose either from the traditional repertoire or from a jazz/rock/show repertoire. One half-hour lesson and seven hours of practice per week. Course fee.
MUS 258
Applied Music: Guitar VIII
(1 Credit)
These courses provide instruction in voice or instrument for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performance, or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or for other students with musical background and interest. Students may choose either from the traditional repertoire or from a jazz/rock/show repertoire. One half-hour lesson and seven hours of practice per week. Course fee.
MUS 259
Applied Music: Electric Bass V
(1 Credit)
These courses provide instruction in voice or instrument for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performance, or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or for other students with musical background and interest. Students may choose either from the traditional repertoire or from a jazz/rock/show repertoire. One half-hour lesson and seven hours of practice per week. Course fee.
MUS 260
Applied Music: Electric Bass VI
(1 Credit)
These courses provide instruction in voice or instrument for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performance, or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or for other students with musical background and interest. Students may choose either from the traditional repertoire or from a jazz/rock/show repertoire. One half-hour lesson and seven hours of practice per week. Course fee.
MUS 261
Applied Music: Electric Bass VII
(1 Credit)
These courses provide instruction in voice or instrument for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performance, or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or for other students with musical background and interest. Students may choose either from the traditional repertoire or from a jazz/rock/show repertoire. One half-hour lesson and seven hours of practice per week. Course fee.
MUS 262
Applied Music: Electric Bass VIII
(1 Credit)
These courses provide instruction in voice or instrument for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performance, or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or for other students with musical background and interest. Students may choose either from the traditional repertoire or from a jazz/rock/show repertoire. One half-hour lesson and seven hours of practice per week. Course fee.
MUS 263
Applied Music: Electric Guitar V
(1 Credit)
These courses provide instruction in voice or instrument for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performance, or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or for other students with musical background and interest. Students may choose either from the traditional repertoire or from a jazz/rock/show repertoire. One half-hour lesson and seven hours of practice per week. Course fee.
MUS 264
Applied Music: Electric Guitar VI
(1 Credit)
These courses provide instruction in voice or instrument for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performance, or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or for other students with musical background and interest. Students may choose either from the traditional repertoire or from a jazz/rock/show repertoire. One half-hour lesson and seven hours of practice per week. Course fee.
MUS 265
Applied Music: Electric Guitar VII
(1 Credit)
These courses provide instruction in voice or instrument for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performance, or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or for other students with musical background and interest. Students may choose either from the traditional repertoire or from a jazz/rock/show repertoire. One half-hour lesson and seven hours of practice per week. Course fee.
MUS 266
Applied Music: Electric Guitar VIII
(1 Credit)
These courses provide instruction in voice or instrument for students who wish to pursue a music program on an individualized basis intended for solo performance, or for students who wish to transfer to a program leading to a degree in music, or for other students with musical background and interest. Students may choose either from the traditional repertoire or from a jazz/rock/show repertoire. One half-hour lesson and seven hours of practice per week. Course fee.
MUS 267
Applied Music: Composition V
(1 Credit)
This course provides individualized instruction in vocal/ instrumental composition and arranging for students who wish to pursue a music degree, or for those with musical background and interest. One-half hour lesson and seven hours of work/practice per week. Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Course fee.
MUS 268
Applied Music: Composition VI
(1 Credit)
This course provides individualized instruction in vocal/ instrumental composition and arranging for students who wish to pursue a music degree, or for those with musical background and interest. One-half hour lesson and seven hours of work/practice per week. Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Course fee.
MUS 269
Applied Music: Composition VII
(1 Credit)
This course provides individualized instruction in vocal/ instrumental composition and arranging for students who wish to pursue a music degree, or for those with musical background and interest. One-half hour lesson and seven hours of work/practice per week. Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Course fee.
MUS 270
Applied Music: Composition VIII
(1 Credit)
This course provides individualized instruction in vocal/ instrumental composition and arranging for students who wish to pursue a music degree, or for those with musical background and interest. One-half hour lesson and seven hours of work/practice per week. Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Course fee.
MUS 271
Applied Music: Improvisation V
(1 Credit)
This course provides individualized instruction in vocal/ instrumental composition and arranging for students who wish to pursue a music degree, or for those with musical background and interest. One-half hour lesson and seven hours of work/practice per week. Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Course fee.
MUS 272
Applied Music: Improvisation VI
(1 Credit)
This course provides individualized instruction in vocal/ instrumental composition and arranging for students who wish to pursue a music degree, or for those with musical background and interest. One-half hour lesson and seven hours of work/practice per week. Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Course fee.
MUS 273
Applied Music: Improvisation VII
(1 Credit)
This course provides individualized instruction in vocal/ instrumental composition and arranging for students who wish to pursue a music degree, or for those with musical background and interest. One-half hour lesson and seven hours of work/practice per week. Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Course fee.
MUS 274
Applied Music: Improvisation VIII
(1 Credit)
This course provides individualized instruction in Jazz Theory and Vocal/Instrumental improvisation for students who wish to pursue a music degree, or for other students with musical background and interests. One-half hour lesson and seven hours of work per week. Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Course fee.
MUS 275
Applied Music Keyboard Theory
(1 Credit)
This course is designed to develop specific theoretical skills to be realized on the keyboard. Subjects include all varieties of chords, figured bass realization, transposition, and scales. Total contact hours per week: 30 minutes individual lesson is scheduled weekly with the instructor per regular semester. An additional 7 hours of practice per week is expected. Course fee. Prerequisite: permission of instructor.
MUS 279
Applied Music: Keyboard Theory II
(1 Credit)
This course is a continuation of MUS 179 and is designed to develop specific theoretical skills to be realized on the keyboard. Subjects include all varieties of chords, figured bass realization, transposition, choral score reading and scales. Total contact hours per week: 30 minutes individual lesson is scheduled biweekly with the instructor per regular semester. An additional 3 1/2 hours of practice per week is expected. Prerequisite: MUS 179. Course fee.
MUS 285
Classical Guitar Ensemble III
(1 Credit)
This course provides an ensemble experience by giving the guitar student an opportunity to perform in a group environment along with guitarists. Students are exposed to a variety of classical music literature, as well as styles and techniques associated with classical music, with an emphasis on guitar. Course includes 15 hours of lecture and 30 hours of rehearsal per semester. Course fee.
MUS 286
Classical Guitar Ensemble IV
(1 Credit)
This course provides an ensemble experience by giving the guitar student an opportunity to perform in a group environment along with guitarists. Students are exposed to a variety of classical music literature, as well as styles and techniques associated with classical music, with an emphasis on guitar. Course includes 15 hours of lecture and 30 hours of rehearsal per semester. Course fee.
MUS 287
Chamber Music Ensemble III
(1 Credit)
Students participating in this course have the opportunity to play a wide variety of classical music styles in a chamber setting, allowing for a high level of musical interaction within the ensemble. Students gain practice in basic musicianship, intonation, tone, color and sensitivity. Students develop instrumental techniques and participate in concerts, theater productions and other appearances as scheduled. Course includes 15 hours of lecture and 30 hours of rehearsal per semester. Course fee.
MUS 288
Chamber Music Ensemble IV
(1 Credit)
Students participating in this course have the opportunity to play a wide variety of classical music styles in a chamber setting, allowing for a high level of musical interaction within the ensemble. Students gain practice in basic musicianship, intonation, tone, color and sensitivity. Students develop instrumental techniques and participate in concerts, theater productions and other appearances as scheduled. Course includes 15 hours of lecture and 30 hours of rehearsal per semester. Course fee.