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    Apr 18, 2024  
2010 - 2011 Catalog of Courses 
    
2010 - 2011 Catalog of Courses [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 
  
  • MU 112T - Saxophone Quartet


    A survey, through performance, of the literature composed for woodwind instruments from the Renaissance through avant-garde schools of composition.

    Credits: 1
    Repeatable: Course is repeatable.
    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-3)
    Notes: May include the use of ancient instruments where applicable.

    Consent of instructor and enrollment in band required.

  
  • MU 113 - String Ensemble


    A survey, through performance, of the literature written for the medium. Literature from the baroque period through the contemporary period will be studied and performed.

    Credits: 1
    Repeatable: Course is repeatable.
    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-3)
    Notes: Consent of instructor and enrollment in symphony orchestra required.
  
  • MU 116 - Accompanying


    A course designed to provide ensemble and accompanying experience for piano students.

    Credits: 1
    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-3)
    Notes: Consent of piano instructor required.
  
  • MU 117A - Symphony Orchestra A


    Offered in conjunction with the San Juan Symphony Orchestra at no extra fee. This course provides an opportunity for the study and performance of major orchestral works.

    Credits: 1
    Repeatable: Course is repeatable.
    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-3)
    Notes: Two hours of rehearsal are held on Tuesday evenings and the third is arranged at the convenience of the instructor and students.

    Open to all string students; wind and percussion students by audition only.

    Consent of instructor.

  
  • MU 117B - Symphony Orchestra B


    Offered in conjunction with the Durango Youth Symphony at no extra fee. This course provides an opportunity for the study and performance of major orchestral works.

    Credits: 1
    Repeatable: Course is repeatable.
    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-3)
    Notes: Two hours of rehearsal are held on Monday evenings and the third is arranged at the convenience of the instructor and students.

    Open to all string students; wind and percussion students by audition only.

    Consent of instructor.

  
  • MU 118 - Percussion Ensemble


    A survey, through performance, of the literature written for this medium.

    Credits: 1
    Repeatable: Course is repeatable.
    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-3)
    Notes: Consent of instructor and enrollment in band required.
  
  • MU 119A - Jazz Ensemble Big Band


    A survey, through performance, of the literature written for this medium.

    Credits: 1
    Repeatable: Course is repeatable.
    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-3)
    Notes: Consent of instructor and enrollment in band is required.
  
  • MU 119B - Jazz Ensemble Combo


    A survey, through performance, of the literature written for this medium.

    Credits: 1
    Repeatable: Course is repeatable.
    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-3)
    Notes: Consent of instructor and enrollment in band is required.
  
  • MU 120 - Fundamentals of Music


    A course in musical literacy intended to help laymen acquire the basic skills necessary to participate fully in musical activities.

    Credits: 3
    Suffix: AH1
    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
    Notes: Open to all students.

    No prior musical background is assumed.

  
  • MU 123 - Introd to Jazz Improvisation


    The introduction to jazz improvisation course will focus on scale, melody, and chord studies and how they relate to a number of jazz standards. Implications of chord symbols and appropriate scale forms are developed.

    Credits: 1
    Repeatable: Repeatable once for credit.
    Notes: Ability to read music and/or chord symbols is required.
  
  • MU 128 - Theory and Musicianship I


    A course in basic musicianship designed to teach aural, analytical, and compositional skills. Daily sight-singing and ear-training activities will supplement study of scales, key, modes, triads, melody, tonality, cadences, functional harmony, and basic four-part writing including figured bass.

    Credits: 5
    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (5-0)
    Notes: Theory Placement Examination is required for admission.

    Open to music majors and minors only.

    Others must have consent of instructor.

  
  • MU 129 - Theory and Musicianship II


    Continuation of Theory and Musicianship I, expanded to include nonharmonic tones, dominant sevenths, secondary dominants, and modulation. Formal analysis will include binary, ternary, rondo, theme and variations, chaconne/passacaglia, fugue, and sonata-allegro.

    Prerequisites: MU 128

    Credits: 5
    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (5-0)
    Notes: Open to music majors and minors only.

    Others must have consent of instructor.

  
  • MU 203 - Piano Class Instruction III


    Continuation of MU 104 and mandatory for music majors who desire to complete the Piano Proficiency Requirement in this manner. Emphases include expanded performance of piano literature and elementary sight reading.

    Prerequisites: MU 104  

    Credits: 1
    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-3)
    Notes: Successful completion with a grade A or B satisfies Part III of the Piano Proficiency Requirement.

    Piano class instruction includes group activities and individual instruction.

  
  • MU 204 - Piano Class Instruction IV


    Continuation of MU 203 and mandatory for music majors who desire to complete the Piano Proficiency Requirement in this manner. Students will be expected to perform compositions at the level of Clementi: Sonata, Op. 36 #1; Bach: Two Part Inventions, all scales, arpeggios, and cadences.

    Prerequisites: MU 203 

    Credits: 1
    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-3)
    Notes: Successful completion with at grade A or B satisfies Part IV of the Piano Proficiency Requirement.

    Piano class instruction includes group activities and individual instruction.

  
  • MU 206 - Vocal Diction


    This course is designed for vocal music students to learn IPA (international phonetic alphabet) and use it to improve English, Italian, French, and German pronunciations.

    Credits: 1
    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-2)
    Notes: Students must be enrolled concurrently in MU 109B, 209B, 309B, or 409B.
  
  • MU 209A - Appl Music - Piano


    Individual instruction scheduled, at the discretion of the instructor, either privately or in a small class. 

    Credits: 1-2
    Notes: The course is open to all students.

    Students may register for two credit hours only with approval of the music faculty.

    Two credit hours are required for a Performance Concentration.

    Students who register for two credit hours will receive longer lessons in proportion to the amount of time spent in preparation.

    Placement audition, enrollment in Band, Concert Choir, or Orchestra (the large ensemble appropriate to the applied area) and consent of instructor required.

  
  • MU 209B - Appl Music - Voice


    Individual instruction scheduled, at the discretion of the instructor, either privately or in a small class.

    Credits: 1-2
    Notes: The course is open to all students.

    Students may register for two credit hours only with approval of the music faculty.

    Two credit hours are required for a Performance Concentration.

    Students who register for two credit hours will receive longer lessons in proportion to the amount of time spent in preparation.

    Placement audition, enrollment in Band, Concert Choir, or Orchestra (the large ensemble appropriate to the applied area) and consent of instructor required.

  
  • MU 209C - Appl Music - Brass


    Individual instruction scheduled, at the discretion of the instructor, either privately or in a small class.

    Credits: 1-2
    Notes: The course is open to all students.

    Students may register for two credit hours only with approval of the music faculty.

    Two credit hours are required for a Performance Concentration.

    Students who register for two credit hours will receive longer lessons in proportion to the amount of time spent in preparation.

    Placement audition, enrollment in Band, Concert Choir, or Orchestra (the large ensemble appropriate to the applied area) and consent of instructor required.

  
  • MU 209D - Appl Music - Woodwind


    Individual instruction scheduled, at the discretion of the instructor, either privately or in a small class.

    Credits: 1-2
    Notes: The course is open to all students.

    Students may register for two credit hours only with approval of the music faculty.

    Two credit hours are required for a Performance Concentration.

    Students who register for two credit hours will receive longer lessons in proportion to the amount of time spent in preparation.

    Placement audition, enrollment in Band, Concert Choir, or Orchestra (the large ensemble appropriate to the applied area) and consent of instructor required.

  
  • MU 209E - Appl Music - Percussion


    Individual instruction scheduled, at the discretion of the instructor, either privately or in a small class.

    Credits: 1-2
    Notes: The course is open to all students.

    Students may register for two credit hours only with approval of the music faculty.

    Two credit hours are required for a Performance Concentration.

    Students who register for two credit hours will receive longer lessons in proportion to the amount of time spent in preparation.

    Placement audition, enrollment in Band, Concert Choir, or Orchestra (the large ensemble appropriate to the applied area) and consent of instructor required.

  
  • MU 209F - Appl Music - String


    Individual instruction scheduled, at the discretion of the instructor, either privately or in a small class.

    Credits: 1-2
    Notes: The course is open to all students.

    Students may register for two credit hours only with approval of the music faculty.

    Two credit hours are required for a Performance Concentration.

    Students who register for two credit hours will receive longer lessons in proportion to the amount of time spent in preparation.

    Placement audition, enrollment in Band, Concert Choir, or Orchestra (the large ensemble appropriate to the applied area) and consent of instructor required.

  
  • MU 209G - Appl Music - Guitar


    Individual instruction scheduled, at the discretion of the instructor, either privately or in a small class.

    Credits: 1-2
    Notes: The course is open to all students.

    Students may register for two credit hours only with approval of the music faculty.

    Two credit hours are required for a Performance Concentration.

    Students who register for two credit hours will receive longer lessons in proportion to the amount of time spent in preparation.

    Placement audition, enrollment in Band, Concert Choir, or Orchestra (the large ensemble appropriate to the applied area) and consent of instructor required.

  
  • MU 209H - Appl Music - Organ


    Individual instruction scheduled, at the discretion of the instructor, either privately or in a small class.

    Credits: 1
    Notes: The course is open to all students.

    Students may register for two credit hours only with approval of the music faculty.

    Two credit hours are required for a Performance Concentration.

    Students who register for two credit hours will receive longer lessons in proportion to the amount of time spent in preparation.

    Placement audition, enrollment in Band, Concert Choir, or Orchestra (the large ensemble appropriate to the applied area) and consent of instructor required.

  
  • MU 209J - Appl Music - Jazz


    Individual instruction scheduled, at the discretion of the instructor, either privately or in a small class.

    Credits: 1
    Notes: The course is open to all students.

    Students may register for two credit hours only with approval of the music faculty.

    Two credit hours are required for a Performance Concentration.

    Students who register for two credit hours will receive longer lessons in proportion to the amount of time spent in preparation.

    Placement audition, enrollment in Band, Concert Choir, or Orchestra (the large ensemble appropriate to the applied area) and consent of instructor required.

  
  • MU 228 - Theory and Musicianship III


    Extensive study of chromatically altered chords typical of the 19th century. Harmonic analysis, formal analysis, ear training, and compositions incorporating altered chords are primary emphases.

    Prerequisites: MU 129  

    Credits: 5
    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (5-0)
    Notes: Open to music majors and minors only.

    Others must have consent of instructor.

  
  • MU 229 - Theory and Musicianship IV


    Exploration of 20th century theoretical and compositional techniques. Examples will include derivatives from the end of the 19th century, nationalist influences, and serial and aleatoric music, extended techniques, and electronic music.

    Prerequisites: MU 228  

    Credits: 5
    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (5-0)
    Notes: Open to music majors and minors only.

    Others must have consent of instructor.

  
  • MU 299 - Individual Study


    Individual research is conducted under the supervision of a faculty member. Topic and format must be approved by the department chairperson and dean.

    Credits: 1-6
    Hours: 50 hours are the equivalent of one credit hour.
  
  • MU 300 - Men’s Choir


    A survey, through performance, of the literature for male vocal ensemble.

    Credits: 1
    Repeatable: Course is repeatable.
    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-2)
    Notes: Consent of instructor and enrollment in Concert Choir required.
  
  • MU 305 - Concert Choir


    Thorough study and performance of larger choral compositions.

    Credits: 1
    Repeatable: Course is repeatable.
    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-3)
    Notes: Students are expected to take responsible roles in the ensemble such as: soloists, section leaders, conductor/managers, or accompanists.

    Open to all students.

  
  • MU 306 - Chamber Choir


    An ensemble specializing in the performance of small scale choral works.

    Credits: 1
    Repeatable: Course is repeatable.
    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-3)
    Notes: Students are expected to take responsible roles in the ensemble such as: soloist, section leaders, conductor/managers, or accompanists.

    By audition only.

    Consent of instructor and enrollment in Concert Choir required.

  
  • MU 309A - Appl Music - Piano


    Individual instruction scheduled, at the discretion of the instructor, either privately or in a small class.

    Credits: 1-2
    Notes: The course is open to all students.

    Students may register for two credit hours only with approval of the music faculty.

    Two credit hours are required for a Performance Concentration. 

    Students who register for two credit hours will receive longer lessons in proportion to the amount of time spent in preparation.

    Placement audition, enrollment in Band, Concert Choir, or Orchestra (the large ensemble appropriate to the applied area) and consent of instructor required.

  
  • MU 309B - Appl Music - Voice


    Individual instruction scheduled, at the discretion of the instructor, either privately or in a asmall class.

    Credits: 1-2
    Notes: The course is open to all students.

    Students may register for two credit hours only with approval of the music faculty.

    Two credit hours are required for a Performance Concentration. 

    Students who register for two credit hours will receive longer lessons in proportion to the amount of time spent in preparation.

    Placement audition, enrollment in Band, Concert Choir, or Orchestra (the large ensemble appropriate to the applied area) and consent of instructor required.

  
  • MU 309C - Appl Music - Brass


    Individual instruction scheduled, at the discretion of the instructor, either privately or in a small class.

    Credits: 1-2
    Notes: The course is open to all students.

    Students may register for two credit hours only with approval of the music faculty.

    Two credit hours are required for a Performance Concentration. 

    Students who register for two credit hours will receive longer lessons in proportion to the amount of time spent in preparation.

    Placement audition, enrollment in Band, Concert Choir, or Orchestra (the large ensemble appropriate to the applied area) and consent of instructor required.

  
  • MU 309D - Appl Music - Woodwind


    Individual instruction scheduled, at the discretion of the instructor, either privately or in a small class.

    Credits: 1-2
    Notes: The course is open to all students.

    Students may register for two credit hours only with approval of the music faculty.

    Two credit hours are required for a Performance Concentration. 

    Students who register for two credit hours will receive longer lessons in proportion to the amount of time spent in preparation.

    Placement audition, enrollment in Band, Concert Choir, or Orchestra (the large ensemble appropriate to the applied area) and consent of instructor required.

  
  • MU 309E - Appl Music - Percussion


    Individual instruction scheduled, at the discretion of the instructor, either privately or in a small class.

    Credits: 1-2
    Notes: The course is open to all students.

    Students may register for two credit hours only with approval of the music faculty.

    Two credit hours are required for a Performance Concentration. 

    Students who register for two credit hours will receive longer lessons in proportion to the amount of time spent in preparation.

    Placement audition, enrollment in Band, Concert Choir, or Orchestra (the large ensemble appropriate to the applied area) and consent of instructor required.

  
  • MU 309F - Appl Music - String


    Individual instruction scheduled, at the discretion of the instructor, either privately or in a small class.

    Credits: 1-2
    Notes: The course is open to all students.

    Students may register for two credit hours only with approval of the music faculty.

    Two credit hours are required for a Performance Concentration. 

    Students who register for two credit hours will receive longer lessons in proportion to the amount of time spent in preparation.

    Placement audition, enrollment in Band, Concert Choir, or Orchestra (the large ensemble appropriate to the applied area) and consent of instructor required.

  
  • MU 309G - Appl Music - Guitar


    Individual instruction scheduled, at the discretion of the instructor, either privately or in a small class.

    Credits: 1-2
    Notes: The course is open to all students.

    Students may register for two credit hours only with approval of the music faculty.

    Two credit hours are required for a Performance Concentration. 

    Students who register for two credit hours will receive longer lessons in proportion to the amount of time spent in preparation.

    Placement audition, enrollment in Band, Concert Choir, or Orchestra (the large ensemble appropriate to the applied area) and consent of instructor required.

  
  • MU 309H - Appl Music - Organ


    Individual instruction scheduled, at the discretion of the instructor, either privately or in a small class.

    Credits: 1
    Notes: The course is open to all students.

    Students may register for two credit hours only with approval of the music faculty.

    Two credit hours are required for a Performance Concentration. 

    Students who register for two credit hours will receive longer lessons in proportion to the amount of time spent in preparation.

    Placement audition, enrollment in Band, Concert Choir, or Orchestra (the large ensemble appropriate to the applied area) and consent of instructor required.

  
  • MU 309J - Appl Music - Jazz


    Individual instruction scheduled, at the discretion of the instructor, either privately or in a small class.

    Credits: 1
    Notes: The course is open to all students.

    Students may register for two credit hours only with approval of the music faculty.

    Two credit hours are required for a Performance Concentration. 

    Students who register for two credit hours will receive longer lessons in proportion to the amount of time spent in preparation.

    Placement audition, enrollment in Band, Concert Choir, or Orchestra (the large ensemble appropriate to the applied area) and consent of instructor required.

  
  • MU 310 - Band


    Designed to provide every student who plays an instrument the opportunity to pursue his/her musical interests. A variety of musical literature will be provided as well as the opportunity to perform in concert both on campus and on tour.

    Credits: 1
    Repeatable: Course is repeatable.
    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-4)
    Notes: Students are expected to take responsible roles in the ensemble such as soloist, section leaders, or conductor/managers.
  
  • MU 311 - Brass Ensemble


    A survey, through performance, of the literature written for this medium. Literature from the baroque period through the contemporary period will be studied and performed.

    Credits: 1
    Repeatable: Course is repeatable.
    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-3)
    Notes: Students are expected to take responsible roles in the ensemble such as: soloists, section leaders or conductors/managers.

    Consent of instructor and enrollment in band required.

  
  • MU 312 - Woodwind Ensemble


    A survey, through performance, of the literature composed for woodwind instruments from the Renaissance through avant-garde schools of composition.

    Credits: 1
    Repeatable: Course is repeatable.
    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-3)
    Notes: May include the use of ancient instruments where applicable.

    Students are expected to take responsible roles in the ensemble such as: soloists, section leaders, or conductors/managers.

    Consent of instructor and enrollment in band required.

  
  • MU 312Q - Woodwind Ensemble - Flute


    A survey, through performance, of the literature composed for woodwind instruments from the Renaissance through avant-garde shcools of composition.

    Credits: 1
    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-3)
    Notes: May include the use of ancient instruments where applicable.

    Students are expected to take responsible roles in the ensemble such as: soloists, section leaders, or conductors/managers.

    Consent of instructor and enrollment in band required.

  
  • MU 312R - Woodwind Ensemble - Clarinet


    A survey, through performance, of the literature composed for woodwind instruments from the Renaissance through avant-garde schools of composition.

    Credits: 1
    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-3)
    Notes: May include the use of ancient instruments where applicable.

    Students are expected to take responsible roles in the ensemble such as: soloists, section leaders, or conductors/managers.

    Consent of instructor and enrollment in band required.

  
  • MU 312S - Woodwind Quintet


    A survey, through performance, of the literature composed for woodwind instruments from the Renaissance through avant-garde schools of composition.

    Credits: 1
    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-3)
    Notes: May include the use of ancient instruments where applicable.

    Students are expected to take responsible roles in the ensemble such as: soloists, section leaders, or conductors/managers.

    Consent of instructor and enrollment in band required.

  
  • MU 312T - Saxophone Quartet


    A survey, through performance, of the literature composed for woodwind instruments from the Renaissance through avant-garde schools of composition.

    Credits: 1
    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-3)
    Notes: May include the use of ancient instruments where applicable.

    Students are expected to take responsible roles in the ensemble such as: soloists, section leaders, or conductors/managers.

    Consent of instructor and enrollment in band required.

  
  • MU 313 - String Ensemble


    A survey, through performance, of the literature written for this medium. Literature from the baroque period through the contemporary period will be studied and performed.

    Credits: 1
    Repeatable: Course is repeatable.
    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-3)
    Notes: Students are expected to take responsible roles in the ensemble such as soloists, section leaders, or conductors/managers.

    Consent of instructor and enrollment in symphony orchestra required.

  
  • MU 314 - Meth & Prin Teach Vocal Music


    A course designed to provide music majors with contemporary teaching skills and techniques for secondary vocal/choral music, including vocal pedagogy, classroom management, rehearsal preparation, and audition and placement procedures.

    Credits: 3
    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
    Notes: This course includes practicum experience.
  
  • MU 315 - Meth Prin Teach Instrmtl Music


    A course designed to provide Music majors with contemporary teaching skills and techniques in the teaching of instrumental music in the public schools, including program development, classroom management, rehearsal preparation and use of audio/ visual materials.

    Credits: 3
    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
    Notes: This course includes practicum experience.
  
  • MU 316 - Music in the Elementary School


    A course designed for music teachers to provide practical skills in pedagogy, lesson planning, folk music, dance/movement, musical literacy, and classroom management.

    Credits: 3
    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
    Notes: Attention will be given to the philosophies of Kodaly, Orff, and Dalcroze within a laboratory setting often involving elementary-age children from local schools.

    Open to non-majors by instructor permission.

    This course includes practicum experience.

  
  • MU 317A - Symphony Orchestra A


    Offered in conjunction with the San Juan Symphony Orchestra at no extra fee. This course provides an opportunity for the study and performance of major orchestral works.

    Credits: 1
    Repeatable: Course is repeatable.
    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-3)
    Notes: Two hours of rehearsal are held on Tuesday evenings and the third is arranged at the convenience of the instructor and students.

    Open to all string students; wind and percussion students by audition only.

    Consent of instructor.

  
  • MU 317B - Symphony Orchestra B


    Offered in conjunction with the Durango Youth Symphony at no extra fee. This course provides an opportunity for the study and performance of major orchestral works.

    Credits: 1
    Repeatable: Course is repeatable.
    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-3)
    Notes: Two hours of rehearsal are held on Monday evenings and the third is arranged at the convenience of the instructor and students.

    Open to all string students; wind and percussion students by audition only.

    Consent of instructor.

  
  • MU 318 - Percussion Ensemble


    A survey, through performance, of the literature written for this medium.

    Credits: 1
    Repeatable: Course is repeatable.
    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-3)
    Notes: Students are expected to take responsible roles in the ensemble such as soloists, section leaders, or conductors/managers.

    Consent of instructor and enrollment in band required.

  
  • MU 319 - Jazz Ensemble


    A survey, through performance, of the literature written for this medium.

    Credits: 1
    Repeatable: Course is repeatable.
    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-3)
    Notes: Students are expected to take responsible roles in the ensemble such as soloists, section leaders, or conductors/managers.

    Consent of instructor and enrollment in band required.

  
  • MU 319A - Jazz Ensemble - Big Band


    A survey, through performance, of the literature written for this medium.

    Credits: 1
    Repeatable: Course is repeatable.
    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-3)
    Notes: Students are expected to take responsible roles in the ensemble such as soloists, section leaders, or conductors/managers.

    Consent of instructor and enrollment in band is required.

  
  • MU 319B - Jazz Ensemble - Combo


    A survey, through performance, of the literature written for this medium.

    Credits: 1
    Repeatable: Course is repeatable.
    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-3)
    Notes: Students are expected to take responsible roles in the ensemble such as soloists, section leaders, or conductors/ managers.

    Consent of instructor and enrollment in band is required.

  
  • MU 320 - Mallet Ensemble


    Keyboard Mallet Ensemble is a class in which repertoire, specifically written for mallet ensemble, will be rehearsed, learned, and performed. Transcriptions from the Baroque, Classical, Romantic, Contemporary, and Jazz periods will be assimilated with particular attention devoted to music of the ragtime era, post World War I through the 1940s.

    Prerequisites: MU 105  OR MU 110  

    Credits: 1
    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-3)
    Notes: We will also perform music from Africa, Mexico, and Guatemala where the marimba is the national instrument.

    Consent of instructor and enrollment in band or choir required.

  
  • MU 323 - Advanced Jazz Improvisation


    The advanced jazz improvisation course will focus on scale and chord studies and how they relate to a number of jazz standards. The class will listen and transcribe solos of famous artists to develop the language and facility, while increasing the student’s understanding of jazz and its history.

    Credits: 1
    Repeatable: Repeatable once for credit.
    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-2)
    Notes: Knowledge of major, minor, and dominant scales is required.
  
  • MU 324 - Baroque Ensemble


    A survey, through performance, of music written during the 17th and 18th centuries. Baroque performance practices will be studied through the performance of both instrumental and vocal repertoire. Special attention will be given to literature, style, ornamentation, improvisation, and basso continuo.

    Credits: 1
    Repeatable: Repeatable for credit.
    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-2)
  
  • MU 331 - Music History I


    Study of the history of music from classical antiquity to 1750.

    Credits: 3
    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
  
  • MU 332 - Music History II


    Study of the history of music from 1750 through the 21st century.

    Credits: 3
    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
  
  • MU 336 - Jazz History


    An in-depth look at jazz history from its early roots in brass band, blues, classical and Dixieland to modern styles. Explores major jazz trends, and contributors to each style.

    Prerequisites: MU 102  OR MU 129  

    Credits: 3
    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
    Notes:  Extensive listening and analysis will be required to develop an understanding of improvisation techniques and harmonic trends.
  
  • MU 342 - Topics in Music Business


    Topics in Music Business will introduce students to the business aspects of the music industry including profit and non-profit arts organizations, grant writing, fund-raising, management, concert production, and the recording industry. Area arts professionals will be invited as guest lecturers. Students will create a mock organization and develop all aspects of the business for a final project.

    Credits: 2
    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (2-0)
  
  • MU 343 - Technology & Music Industry


    Student musicians will be made aware of current technology by receiving hands-on instruction in topics such as sound reinforcement, recording, editing, MIDI, composition tools, web development and computer teaching aids. The material will be approached from many points of view so that the students involved will become more adept at using music technology.

    Prerequisites: MU 229 

    Credits: 2
    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (2-0)
  
  • MU 349 - Conducting I


    A course in basic instrumental and choral conducting including baton technique, score reading, and various cueing and rhythmic aspects concerned with ensemble control.

    Prerequisites: MU 129  

    Credits: 2
    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (2-0)
    Notes: Piano proficiency requirement.
  
  • MU 350 - Conducting II


    Continuation of Conducting I. Conducting techniques in addition to directing larger musical scores and advanced techniques.

    Prerequisites: MU 349

    Credits: 2
    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (2-0)
  
  • MU 358 - Piano Pedagogy and Literature


    Students will study method books, pedagogical philosophies, approaches to teaching various ages and levels, and the business of studio development. Thorough listening and score analysis will also be included.

    Credits: 1
    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (1-0)
  
  • MU 360 - Advanced Musicianship


    This course is designed to improve listening, error detection, sightreading and musicianship. Musicians must have a well-developed ear to study scores and teach. Each week the course will focus on an aspect of musicianship. Classes will include sight-reading, dictation, intervals, and strategies for listening. Special attention will be given to requirements for sophomore proficiency and admittance into student teaching.

    Credits: 1
    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (1-0)
  
  • MU 409A - Appl Music - Piano


    Individual instruction scheduled, at the discretion of the instructor, either privately or in a small class.

    Credits: 1-2
    Notes: The course is open to all students.  

    Students may register for two credit hours only with approval of the music faculty.

    Two credit hours are required for a Performance Concentration.

    Students who register for two credit hours will receive longer lessons in proportion to the amount of time spent in preparation. 

    Placement audition, enrollment in Band, Concert Choir, or Orchestra (the large ensemble appropriate to the applied area) and consent of instructor required.

  
  • MU 409B - Appl Music - Voice


    Individual instruction scheduled, at the discretion of the instructor, either privately or in a small class.

    Credits: 1-2
    Notes: The course is open to all students.  

    Students may register for two credit hours only with approval of the music faculty.

    Two credit hours are required for a Performance Concentration.

    Students who register for two credit hours will receive longer lessons in proportion to the amount of time spent in preparation. 

    Placement audition, enrollment in Band, Concert Choir, or Orchestra (the large ensemble appropriate to the applied area) and consent of instructor required.

  
  • MU 409C - Appl Music - Brass


    Individual instruction scheduled, at the discretion of the instructor, either privately or in a small class.

    Credits: 1-2
    Notes: The course is open to all students.  

    Students may register for two credit hours only with approval of the music faculty.

    Two credit hours are required for a Performance Concentration.

    Students who register for two credit hours will receive longer lessons in proportion to the amount of time spent in preparation. 

    Placement audition, enrollment in Band, Concert Choir, or Orchestra (the large ensemble appropriate to the applied area) and consent of instructor required.

  
  • MU 409D - Appl Music - Woodwind


    Individual instruction scheduled, at the discretion of the instructor, either privately or in a small class.

    Credits: 1-2
    Notes: The course is open to all students.  

    Students may register for two credit hours only with approval of the music faculty.

    Two credit hours are required for a Performance Concentration.

    Students who register for two credit hours will receive longer lessons in proportion to the amount of time spent in preparation. 

    Placement audition, enrollment in Band, Concert Choir, or Orchestra (the large ensemble appropriate to the applied area) and consent of instructor required.

  
  • MU 409E - Appl Music - Percussion


    Individual instruction scheduled, at the discretion of the instructor, either privately or in a small class.

    Credits: 1-2
    Notes: The course is open to all students.  

    Students may register for two credit hours only with approval of the music faculty.

    Two credit hours are required for a Performance Concentration.

    Students who register for two credit hours will receive longer lessons in proportion to the amount of time spent in preparation. 

    Placement audition, enrollment in Band, Concert Choir, or Orchestra (the large ensemble appropriate to the applied area) and consent of instructor required.

  
  • MU 409F - Appl Music - Strings


    Individual instruction scheduled, at the discretion of the instructor, either privately or in a small class.

    Credits: 1-2
    Notes: The course is open to all students.  

    Students may register for two credit hours only with approval of the music faculty.

    Two credit hours are required for a Performance Concentration.

    Students who register for two credit hours will receive longer lessons in proportion to the amount of time spent in preparation. 

    Placement audition, enrollment in Band, Concert Choir, or Orchestra (the large ensemble appropriate to the applied area) and consent of instructor required.

  
  • MU 409G - Appl Music - Guitar


    Individual instruction scheduled, at the discretion of the instructor, either privately or in a small class.

    Credits: 1-2
    Notes: The course is open to all students.  

    Students may register for two credit hours only with approval of the music faculty.

    Two credit hours are required for a Performance Concentration.

    Students who register for two credit hours will receive longer lessons in proportion to the amount of time spent in preparation.

    Placement audition, enrollment in Band, Concert Choir, or Orchestra (the large ensemble appropriate to the applied area) and consent of instructor required.

  
  • MU 409H - Applied Music - Organ


    Individual instruction scheduled, at the discretion of the instructor, either privately or in a small class.

    Credits: 1
    Notes: The course is open to all students.  

    Students may register for two credit hours only with approval of the music faculty.

    Two credit hours are required for a Performance Concentration.

    Students who register for two credit hours will receive longer lessons in proportion to the amount of time spent in preparation. 

    Placement audition, enrollment in Band, Concert Choir, or Orchestra (the large ensemble appropriate to the applied area) and consent of instructor required.

  
  • MU 409J - Appl Music - Jazz


    Individual instruction scheduled, at the discretion of the instructor, either privately or in a small class.

    Credits: 1
    Notes: The course is open to all students.  

    Students may register for two credit hours only with approval of the music faculty.

    Two credit hours are required for a Performance Concentration.

    Students who register for two credit hours will receive longer lessons in proportion to the amount of time spent in preparation. 

    Placement audition, enrollment in Band, Concert Choir, or Orchestra (the large ensemble appropriate to the applied area) and consent of instructor required.

  
  • MU 415 - Lit/Converstn:Writ About Music


    The purpose of this course is to help students develop an understanding of what constitutes literacy within the discipline of music, and to integrate critical analysis with writing and creative performance. Students will be required to read and discuss examples of scholarly writing that will include program notes, journal articles, grant proposals, and concert reviews. They will then be required to practice and refine their own writing skills using these formal models. The process will include multiple drafts and extensive feedback as well as individual guidance and instruction.

    Credits: 3
    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
  
  • MU 423 - Orchestration


    A technology-based course designed to equip Music majors with the skills and techniques necessary for arranging for instrumental ensembles.

    Prerequisites: MU 229  

    Credits: 1
    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (1-0)
    Notes: Piano proficiency requirement.
  
  • MU 436 - Jazz Arranging


    This course is designed for the student majoring in Jazz Studies. Specific arranging techniques for small combos and big band styles will be explored, culminating in live performance of student compositions.

    Prerequisites: MU 423

    Credits: 2
    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (2-0)
  
  • MU 496 - Senior Seminar


    Advanced study and research in music and musical performance. The student will prepare and perform a senior recital approved by the applied area instructor and the department chair.

    Credits: 2
    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (2-0)
  
  • MU 499 - Independent Study


    Individual research is conducted under the supervision of a faculty member. Topic and format must be approved by the department chair and dean.

    Credits: 1-6
    Hours: 50 hours are the equivalent of one credit hour.
  
  • NAIS 100 - Fund Navajo Language I


    A course in the basic fundamentals of the Navajo language. 

    Credits: 3
    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
    Notes: Same course as ML 100; credit will be given for only one of these courses.
  
  • NAIS 101 - Fund Navajo Language II


    Continuation of Navajo I.  This course will center on reading and writing of the Navajo language. 

    Prerequisites: ML 100  OR NAIS 100 

    Credits: 3
    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
    Notes:  Same course as ML 101; credit will be given for only one of these courses.
  
  • NAIS 110 - Intro Native American and Indigenous Studies


    This course surveys the concepts, methods, and contents of Native American and Indigenous Studies, using examples from the indigenous cultures of the globe, with a particular focus on the Americas.  The course pays special attention to the ways in which academic disciplines contribute to our understanding of indigenous people and their particular concern.

    Credits: 3
    Suffix: SS3
    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
  
  • NAIS 115 - Native American Newsletter


    This course is for lower-division students with good writing skills.  Students will prepare six stories for publication in the Intertribal News, gaining basic skills in news writing and media.  Coursework will include concepts pertinent to contributing to communications in “Indian Country”. 

    Credits: 3
    Repeatable: May be taken twice for credit.
    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
  
  • NAIS 123 - American Indian History


    The history of Indians of the United States from contact to the present.

    Credits: 3
    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
  
  • NAIS 280 - Native American in Modern World


    This is an introductory course in contemporary affairs in Indian Country.  The historical development and significance of today’s issues will be studied.  Students will learn of these issues from recent materials, many produced by Indian people, and will be encouraged to explore their own interests in Indian affairs in brief writing assignments.

    Credits: 3
    Suffix: SS3
    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
  
  • NAIS 299 - Individual Study


    Individual research is conducted under the supervision of a faculty member in NAIS, or other faculty approved by the NAIS Coordinator.  Topic and format must be approved by the coordinator and academic dean.

    Credits: 1-6
    Hours: 50 hours are the equivalent of one credit hour.
  
  • NAIS 301 - Writing in Native American Studies


    This course is the prerequisite to the Senior Seminar course.  Students will study the methods of writing of established scholars in the field and produce their own materials in preparation for senior seminar.

    Prerequisites: CO1 course

    Credits: 3
    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
  
  • NAIS 315 - Native American News Writing


    This course is for upper-division students with good writing skills.  In addition to the requirements for NAIS 315, students will work with and edit stories for students in the NAIS 115 class.

    Credits: 3
    Repeatable: May be taken twice for credit.
    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
  
  • NAIS 317 - History of American Indians in Film


    This course is an analysis of the treatment of American Indians in film.  This course also relates film images to images in literature and other media.

    Credits: 3
    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
  
  • NAIS 322 - American Indian Philosophies


    This course will look at the various aspects of American Indian philosophies and the manifestations of those philosophies.  The course will study both traditional philosophies and those that have been changed through contact with American society.

    Credits: 3
    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
  
  • NAIS 323 - Southwest Indian History


    This course studies the history and cultures of Native American groups in the Southwest.

    Credits: 3
    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
  
  • NAIS 327 - American Indians and Mass Media


    The American mass media still casts images of Indian people that trivialize their concerns and confound their attempts to remain culturally distinct and sovereign.  This course examines the process and effects of stereotyping of Indian people in the mass media and the responses of today’s Indian media professionals.  Issues of cultural dominance and new media technologies will also be examined.

    Credits: 3
    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
  
  • NAIS 330 - International Indigenous Issues


    An analysis of contemporary issues in indigenous societies worldwide, with an emphasis on policy, law, health, and cultural expression.

    Credits: 3
    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
  
  • NAIS 335 - Topics in Indigenous Studies


    This advanced course in indigenous studies is intended to expose students to the broad geographical, cultural, historical, political, and economic aspects of the study of indigenous peoples of the world. 

    Credits: 3
    Repeatable: This course is repeatable provided the topic is different on each occasion for a maximum of 12 credits.
    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
  
  • NAIS 344 - Native American Oral Tradition


    Native American Oral Traditions still offer distinct perceptions of the world.  Students in this course will learn of the evolutions of tribal oral traditions from early records of their existence to the modern issues surrounding their maintenance.  These and other issues will be explored through essay and oral assignments and participation in individual and group activities in recording oral traditions.

    Credits: 3
    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
  
  • NAIS 355 - Development of US Indian Policy


    This course traces the development of the United States policy toward the American Indians including the policies inherited from European colonizers to those of today.  It analyzes policies developed by the federal government, Indian peoples’ legal rights, and their hopes for tribal survival.  The course documents assimilation and segregation and the present philosophies of pluralism and self-determination.

    Credits: 3
    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
  
  • NAIS 360 - Mesoamerican Art History


    Mesoamerican Art History is an overview of the prehistoric civilizations of Mesoamerica.  It examines, in detail, the culture, art, and architecture of the area, including Maya, Olmec, Mixtec, Zapotec, Haustec, Colima, and Aztec. 

    Prerequisites: CO1 course and (LIB 150 or LIB 150 Proficiency Score 1 or CO2 course).

    Credits: 3
    Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
    Notes: This course is the same as Art 365; credit will be given for only one of these courses.
 

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