| MU:105 Music Appreciation 3 cr. |
| An introductory course including an exploration of the basic music elements; a survey of musical periods and their characteristics from the ancient through the twentieth century; and a discussion of the differences between Western and non-Western musical form and function. Listening and concert attendance required. |
| This course satisfies a general education requirement in the Arts and Humanities Area. |
| (59.4 Lec. Hrs.) |
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| MU:115 Variety Singers 1 cr. |
| Variety Singers perform musical numbers with choreography; sacred and secular numbers, either a cappella or with instrumental accompaniment. They perform many civic and school concerts throughout the year. Audition is required for selection for the group. |
| (39.6 Lab. Hrs.) |
| Prerequisite: MU:225 |
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| MU:118 Fundamentals of Music Theory 3 cr. |
| An introduction to the basic elements of music, music reading and elementary ear training. Music notation skills are emphasized. |
| (59.4 Lec. Hrs.) |
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| MU:121 Music Theory I 4 cr. |
| Techniques and materials of diatonic music, including melodic, harmonic and structural analysis. Introduction to tonal harmony through part-writing and harmonization of melodies. Sightsinging and aural skills included. |
| (59.4 Lec. Hrs./39.6 Lab. Hrs.) |
| Prerequisite: MU:118 |
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| MU:126 Music Theory II 4 cr. |
| Further study in diatonic techniques and initial study in twentieth century techniques. Continuation of writing skills and analysis including small part forms. Sightsinging and aural skills included. |
| (59.4 Lec. Hrs./39.6 Lab. Hrs.) |
| Prerequisite: MU:121 |
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| MU:131 Music Theory III 4 cr. |
| An introduction to the techniques and materials of twentieth century music through analysis, listening and writing. Sightsinging and aural skills included. |
| (59.4 Lec. Hrs./39.6 Lab. Hrs.) |
| Prerequisite: MU:126 |
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| MU:170 Applied Music 1 cr. |
| Private instruction in piano, violin or voice (other instruments may be arranged). Opportunities for performance will be provided. |
| (9.9 Lec. Hrs.) |
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| MU:175 Chorus 1 cr. |
| Designed for the student to participate in group performances. Choral arrangements include a variety of literature throughout the year including works with orchestra, sacred, secular and popular musical scores. The chorus presents several concerts during the year and produces the annual variety show. Open to all students without an audition. |
| (59.4 Lab. Hrs.) |
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| MU:187 Brass Ensemble-Jazz Combo 1 cr. |
| Designed for all students who play a brass instrument and wish to participate in group performances. A wide variety of literature, sacred, secular and Christmas, is included in the repertoire. The Brass Ensemble/Jazz Combo performs in the Fall and Spring Concerts and Variety Show. Small performances in the community are included throughout the semester. |
| (39.6 Lab. Hrs.) |
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| MU:205 Music History 3 cr. |
| This course surveys the history of music from ancient times to the present. Basic elements of music are introduced as they apply to specific musical periods. The course includes listening activities and concert attendance. |
| (59.4 Lec. Hrs.) |
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| MU:225 Private Voice 1 cr. |
| Advances students from their present vocal ability to a higher and more proficient level. There is no prerequisite and students need only the desire and interest to learn better singing techniques. |
| (9.9 Lab. Hrs.) |
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| MU:230 Private Instrumental Lessons 1 cr. |
| Students will be able to further their musical and technical skills on a particular instrument. |
| (9.9 Lec. Hrs./19.8 Lab. Hrs.) |
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| MU:235 Private Piano 1 cr. |
| Advances students from their present ability to a higher and more proficient level. There is no prerequisite and students need only the desire and interest to learn to play the piano. |
| (9.9 Lab. Hrs.) |
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| MU:250 Civic Chorale 1 cr. |
| Designed to allow the choral groups to perform large scale choral works with orchestration and soloists. Enrollment may be with or without credit. Civic chorale membership is open to any resident of the community without audition. |
| (59.4 Lab. Hrs.) |
