Course Requirements
All students in the Master of Music will complete eighteen (18) units of core courses and an additional eighteen (18) units in one of the following concentrations: Conducting; Music Education; Performance.
Core Courses (18 units)
MUS500 Bibliography & Research Methods
MUS500 Bibliography & Research Methods
The study, survey and examination of research sources and methods. Attention will focus on varied philosophies of music, particularly in education and church music, and basic concepts involved in communicating as a conductor. (3 units; Fall-even years)
MUS503 Seminar in Music History I
MUS503 Seminar in Music History I
A survey of performance practices, styles and literature, both choral and instrumental, from all periods. Special emphasis will be placed on techniques of authentic performance. (3 units; Fall-odd years)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2013 | MUS503-A | A | Pickett, Glenn A. | 09/03/2013 | Monday | 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM | Hawkins Music Building 163 |
MUS504 Seminar in Music History II
MUS504 Seminar in Music History II
A survey of performance practices, styles and literature, both choral and instrumental, from all periods. Special emphasis will be placed on techniques of authentic performance. (3 units; Spring-even years)
MUS511 Adv Analysis of Form & Style
MUS511 Adv Analysis of Form & Style
A study of the forms and structures of music, both choral and instrumental, from Bach to the present. Particular attention will be given to the effect of form on interpretation. (3 units; Spring-odd years)
MUS512 Conducting III
MUS512 Conducting III
Discussion and preparation of choral and choral-orchestral works. Musical interpretation, rehearsal procedures and techniques, programming, and performance procedures will be discussed and opportunities will be provided for practical conducting experiences. (3 units; Fall-even years)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2013 | MUS512-A | A | Bonner, Daniel J. | 09/03/2013 | Tuesday | 4:30 PM - 7:00 PM | Hawkins Music Building 101 |
MUS522 Conducting IV
MUS522 Conducting IV
Discussion and preparation of instrumental works. Discussion will center on performance procedures, musical interpretation, rehearsal techniques, baton techniques, score reading and preparation and programming. (3 units; Spring-odd years)
Concentration Requirements (18 Units)
Students must complete at least eighteen (18) additional units in one of the following concentrations:
Conducting; Music Education; Performance
Conducting
MUS520 Advanced Orchestration
MUS520 Advanced Orchestration
Discussion, study, and analysis of orchestrational techniques, as well as scoring for varied instrumental groupings. The course will concentrate on using the knowledge of scoring as a conductor and on practical writing techniques. (3 units; Fall-odd years)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2013 | MUS520-A | A | TBA | 09/03/2013 | Monday | 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM | Hawkins Music Building 161 |
MUS532 Conducting V
MUS532 Conducting V
A continuation of Conducting IV, this course involves a continuing practical approach to individual and universal problems in conducting technique. Stylistic performance procedures, musical interpretation, and choir management will be discussed. (3 units; Fall-odd years)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2013 | MUS532-A | A | Bonner, Daniel J. | 09/03/2013 | Tuesday | 4:30 PM - 7:00 PM | Hawkins Music Building 101 |
MUS542 Conducting VI
MUS542 Conducting VI
Special emphasis will be placed on repertoire for both school and church situations. The student will acquire a solid familiarity with works from the medieval period to the 20th century, with special emphasis on literature suited to the church. The ability of the ensemble to communicate with the audience will be stressed. Additional Fee: $100 non-refundable recital fee is required. (3 units; Fall-even years)
MUS550 Vocal Techniques
MUS550 Vocal Techniques
Proper vocal technique, as well as how to achieve various vocal styles, will be learned, especially as they apply to the role of the choral conductor. Teaching a student for half the semester is required.(2 units; Spring-even years)
MUS597 Conducting Recital/Project
MUS597 Conducting Recital/Project
Individualized assistance in research for the project (contents determined by the student and and faculty advisor) will be given in this course. The recital contents will be decided on between the student and faculty advisor. Course graded pass/fail.(1 unit; Spring)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2013 | MUS597-A | A | Bonner, Daniel J. | 09/03/2013 | Tuesday | 4:30 PM - 7:00 PM | Hawkins Music Building 101 |
Six (6) additional elective units in Music
Music Education
MUS505 Contemporary Music Education
MUS505 Contemporary Music Education
Students will examine philosophical, psychological, social, and historical issues in music education with a focus on practical application of the principles of psychology of music in the classroom, musical traditions in America, the development of music teaching, legislation relative to the arts and music education, and the changing context of music education in America. Students will develop a personal philosophy of and rationale for music education in preparation for the Music education project. (2 units)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2013 | MUS505-A | A | Posegate, Stephen C. | 09/03/2013 | Array | Array - Array | TBA Array |
MUS540 Technlgy & Pedagogy for Gen Musc
MUS540 Technlgy & Pedagogy for Gen Musc
Students will discuss contemporary issues of interest to the general music teacher including the role of general music in the K-12 curriculum, best practices for the general music teacher, general choral and instrumental repertories, and resources available for the general music teacher. Students will also gain practical knowledge about the role of technology in the general music classroom including electronic music instruments, music production, music notation software, computer-assisted instruction, and multimedia for the general music classroom. (3 units)
MUS598 Music Education Project/Thesis
MUS598 Music Education Project/Thesis
As the culminating experience of the music education concentration, students will prepare a proposal for implementing a new music program or expanding and continuing an existing music program in a school, community or church setting. (1 unit)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2013 | MUS598-A | A | Bonner, Daniel J. | 09/03/2013 | Array | Array - Array | Instructor OFFC |
Choose 1 of the 2 following courses:
MUS571 Seminar in Choral Pedagogy
MUS571 Seminar in Choral Pedagogy
Students survey repertories and techniques appropriate for elementary, secondary, community and church choirs. Students also examine important issues such as the role of technology in the choral setting, best practices for choral programs, rehearsal strategies, and vocal techniques and development. (3 units)
OR
MUS572 Seminar in Instrumental Pedagogy
MUS572 Seminar in Instrumental Pedagogy
Students survey methods books and repertoire appropriate for elementary, middle school, and high school settings, and study beginning and intermediate media instrumental development in schools, communities, and churches. Students will also examine important issues such as the role of technology in instrumental music; best practices for instrumental techniques, development and maintenance. (3 units)
Nine (9) additional elective units in Music
Performance
MUS521 Advanced Arranging
MUS521 Advanced Arranging
An opportunity for students to develop and enhance their skills in arranging music for performance. Both choral and instrumental areas will be covered. (3 units; Fall-even years)
MUS535 Music Literature
MUS535 Music Literature
Survey of music from Ancient to Modern. The survey will be discipline based depending on the candidate's emphasis. (2 units)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2013 | MUS535-A | A | Reinebach, John | 09/03/2013 | Monday | 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM | Hawkins Music Building 162 |
MUS 560-567 Ensemble (3 units)
MUS580 Applied Instruction
MUS580 Applied Instruction
Applied instruction is offered with material and performance of increasing difficulty as the student develops. Students must arrange instruction time with the full-time faculty member in charge during the first week of classes. A minimum of 12 lessons and performance at a faculty jury exam are required. Additional Fee: Private Instruction. (1-2 units)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2013 | MUS580-A | A | Bonner, Daniel J. | 09/03/2013 | Array | Array - Array | Instructor OFFC |
MUS597 Conducting Recital/Project
MUS597 Conducting Recital/Project
Individualized assistance in research for the project (contents determined by the student and and faculty advisor) will be given in this course. The recital contents will be decided on between the student and faculty advisor. Course graded pass/fail.(1 unit; Spring)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2013 | MUS597-A | A | Bonner, Daniel J. | 09/03/2013 | Tuesday | 4:30 PM - 7:00 PM | Hawkins Music Building 101 |
One (1) additional elective units in Music
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