ntensive audio production course designed to expand upon the concepts covered in MUMT 234, focusing on post-production techniques. Relevant topics include automation, quantization, drum replacement, advanced signal processing and mastering. Edit and mix live recordings, as well as produce studio creations with the intent of contributing to a class compilation CD at the end of the course.
A non-auditioned ensemble of mixed SATB voices which performs a variety of choral literature from all style periods. Sight-reading fluency and small ensemble work are achieved in rehearsals. Some singing ability and understanding of musical notation expected. Fulfills large ensemble requirement for majors.
Study and performance of a variety of jazz styles, including swing, bebop, cool, hard bop, contemporary, blues, fusion and Latin in big band and small and large combo contexts. Study and application of improvisation skills as an integral part of the ensemble experience. Open to all students and community players. Fulfills large ensemble requirement for music major and minor. Performance background, sight-reading skills preferred.
esearch, study, rehearse and perform songs (duets, trios, small ensembles and choruses) and scenes from American musical theatre. Study of vocal and audition techniques, performance practice, staging, "characterizing" a song, musical theatre styles and performance etiquette. Open to all students. Fulfills large ensemble requirement for music major and ensemble requirement for music minor.
Study and performance of standard orchestral literature and contemporary compositions. Repertoire may also include chamber orchestra/chamber wind literature as well. The orchestra is a full-size symphonic ensemble comprised of students, faculty, professionals and community players. Fulfills large ensemble requirement for music major.
Selected choral ensemble whose members assume individual responsibility for professionalism, commitment, awareness of musical objectives and excellence in performance. Attendance at all rehearsals mandatory; outside preparation required to equalize differing levels of ability. Open to all students by audition only. Fulfills small ensemble requirement for majors.
Select ensemble of wind and percussion instrumentalists. Performance of "chamber" and "large" ensemble repertoire spanning all musical epochs. Open to all majors. Fulfills large ensemble requirement for majors. Attendance at all rehearsals and performances is mandatory.
For beginners (or near beginners) to learn acoustic guitar techniques including chords, finger picking, tabs and note reading. For beginning guitarists only. Advanced players may instead enroll in lessons, MUSA 390.
Designed as a repertory and performance preparation class for all music majors. All majors are required to take this class while studying their major applied area in the following courses: MUSA 138, MUSA 139, MUSA 238, MUSA 239, MUSA 338, MUSA 339, MUSA 438, MUSA 439 or MUSA 390.
A broad overview of various hardware and software applications in music. Through composition and presentation projects, online forums, Web page design and other forms of production, explore historical and current uses of music and technology. Basic consideration of ethical, aesthetic, economic and social issues involving music technology also are explored.
Intermediate music fundamentals including rhythm, basic melodic and harmonic relationships, voice leading, harmonic function and basic composition. Prior knowledge of music notation key signatures, scales and triads recommended.
Introduction to traditional percussion instruments and their development in Western culture. Basic cognitive and psychomotor techniques that involve proper handling and traditional performance practices are discussed, practiced and demonstrated.
The study of the development of blues as a song style and the effect it has on modern American music. Traces the historical origins and traditions that developed into a style of its own and the influence the blues had on rock and roll, gospel, country R&B and soul.
Introduction to the role of music in the lives of children. Emphasizes the acquisition of musical skills, experiences and information needed to help students become nurturing, self-directed and competent facilitators of musical experiences in the lives of children.
Study of chromatic harmonies and their voice leading tendencies and modulation with added emphasis on analysis, composition and musical interpretation.
