Course description
Specialization in Music Composition — 66 credits
Courses may include:
* Aural Perception II
* Theory II
* Advanced Music Theory
* Choir
* Music History
MUSI 200 Music Literacy and Keyboard Skills (6 credits)
An intensive introductory course in basic musical materials, with integrated practice in aural training and keyboard skills.
NOTE: Students in a Major, Minor, or Specialization program in the Department of Music (excluding the Major and Minor in Electroacoustic Studies) may not take this course for credit.
NOTE: Students who have received credit for this topic under INMS 499 may not take this course for credit.
MUSI 223 Understanding Music (3 credits)
A course in analytical listening for the student who has little or no musical background. The works studied represent the major styles and idioms of Western music.
NOTE A/See §200.3
NOTE: Students in a Major, Minor, or Specialization program in the Department of Music may not take this course for credit towards their degrees.
NOTE: Students are limited to a maximum of 18 credits in Private Study.
MUSI 230 Private Study I (6 credits)
Prerequisite: Written permission of the Department of Music. This course offers individual vocal or instrumental instruction in an approved area of music coordinated with the student’s program.
NOTE A/See §200.3
NOTE: Students are required to assume part of the cost of private lessons.
NOTE: Upon the recommendation of the individual instructor, public performance may be required as part of the course.
MUSI 231 Private Study Ia (3 credits)
Prerequisite: Written permission of the Department of Music. This course offers individual vocal or instrumental instruction in an approved area of music coordinated with the student’s program.
NOTE: Students are required to assume part of the cost of private lessons.
NOTE: Upon the recommendation of the individual instructor, public performance may be required as part of the course.
MUSI 232 Private Study Ib (3 credits)
Prerequisite: MUSI 231 and written permission of the Department of Music. A continuation of MUSI 231.
MUSI 265 Rock and Roll and Its Roots (3 credits)
A study of the history, traditions, styles, and musical trends of rock and roll.
NOTE: Students in the Major or Minor in Integrative Music Studies or Specialization programs in the Department of Music may not apply this course for credit in a 90-credit degree program.
NOTE: Students who have received credit for this topic under an MUSI 398 number may not take this course for credit.
MUSI 298 Special Topics in Music (3 credits)
Prerequisite: Written permission of the Department of Music. A study of a selected area not available in other courses in music.
MUSI 330 Private Study II (6 credits)
Prerequisite: MUSI 230 or 231 or 232; second-year standing*; written permission of the Department of Music. A continuation of MUSI 230.
NOTE: Students enrolled in the Specialization in Music Performance Studies register in MPER 390.
NOTE: Students are required to assume part of the cost of private lessons.
NOTE: Upon the recommendation of the individual instructor, public performance may be required as part of the course.
*66 or fewer credits remaining in degree program.
MUSI 331 Private Study IIa (3 credits)
Prerequisite: MUSI 230 or MUSI 231 and 232; second-year standing*; written permission of the Department of Music. A continuation of MUSI 232.
NOTE: Students are required to assume part of the cost of private lessons.
NOTE: Upon the recommendation of the individual instructor, public performance may be required as part of the course.
*66 or fewer credits remaining in degree program.
MUSI 332 Private Study IIb (3 credits)
Prerequisite: MUSI 331 and written permission of the Department of Music. A continuation of MUSI 331.
MUSI 398 Special Topics in Music (3 credits)
Prerequisite: Written permission of the Department of Music. A seminar/workshop in an area of music which provides an opportunity for the study of specialized aspects of music outside the scope of existing courses.
MUSI 399 Special Topics in Music (6 credits)
Prerequisite: Written permission of the Department of Music. A seminar/workshop in an area of music which provides an opportunity for the study of specialized aspects of music outside the scope of existing courses.
MUSI 430 Private Study III (6 credits)
Prerequisite: MUSI 330 or 331 or 332; third-year standing*; written permission of the Department of Music. A continuation of MUSI 330.
NOTE: Students enrolled in the Specialization in Music Performance Studies register in MPER 490.
NOTE: Students are required to assume part of the cost of private lessons.
NOTE: Upon the recommendation of the individual instructor, public performance may be required as part of the course.
*33 or fewer credits remaining in degree program.
MUSI 431 Private Study IIIa (3 credits)
Prerequisite: MUSI 330 or MUSI 331 and 332; third-year standing*; written permission of the Department of Music. A continuation of MUSI 332.
NOTE: Students are required to assume part of the cost of private lessons.
NOTE: Upon the recommendation of the individual instructor, public performance may be required as part of the course.
*33 or fewer credits remaining in degree program.
MUSI 432 Private Study IIIb (3 credits)
Prerequisite: MUSI 431 and written permission of the Department of Music. A continuation of MUSI 431.
MUSI 491 Special Project in Music (3 credits)
Prerequisite: Written permission of the Department of Music. This course affords an opportunity for extensive development of a project under the direction of a Faculty member. Students submit a project proposal in accordance with the regulations for admission to the Specialization.
NOTE: Students repeating MUSI 491 register for MUSI 492 for credit provided the subject matter is different.
NOTE: If the special project is within the realm of performance, the student is required to participate in public performances.
MUSI 492 Special Project in Music (3 credits)
Prerequisite: MUSI 491. A continuation of MUSI 491.
NOTE: If the special project is within the realm of performance, the student is required to participate in public performances.
MUSI 498 Special Topics in Music (3 credits)
Prerequisite: Written permission of the Department of Music. An advanced seminar/workshop in an area of music which provides an opportunity for the study of specialized aspects of music outside the scope of existing courses.
MUSI 499 Special Topics in Music (6 credits)
Prerequisite: Written permission of the Department of Music. An advanced seminar/workshop in an area of music which provides an opportunity for the study of specialized aspects of music outside the scope of existing courses.
