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Course Catalog

Music

Chairperson: Peter Hamlin
Professors: K. HekmatpanahR. Spittal, J. K. Waters, S.J. (Emeritus)
Associate Professor: P. Hamlin, M. Stohlmann 

Assistant Professors: M. Kropf, J. Tarver
Senior Lecturer: D. Fague

The department offers two majors and two minors:

Bachelor of Arts, Music major
(required concentration in General Studies, Performance, Composition, Sacred Music, or Jazz)
Bachelor of Arts, Music Education major
(required concentration in Choral and General Music or Instrumental and General Music)
Minor in Conducting (for Music or Music Education majors only)
Minor in Music

The Music major requires the completion of a concentration in General Studies, Performance, Composition, Sacred Music, or Jazz. The Music Education major certifies the graduate to teach music in the elementary and secondary schools in the State of Washington and 47 reciprocating states. Students majoring in Music Education may select either the choral and general music or instrumental and general music concentration. 

All music majors are required to be involved in a major ensemble (orchestra, wind ensemble, or choir) and applied lessons (MUSC 131) in their major instrument each semester after declaration as a music major. Majors in the performance concentrations are required to enroll in applied lessons for two credits every semester beginning the sophomore year. Students must audition to enter upper-division applied lessons (MUSC 331). All music majors are also required to pass a functional keyboard proficiency requirement. Those students who are awarded music scholarships are required to be involved actively in the department, maintain high academic standards, and participate in a performing ensemble and applied lessons each semester.

All instrumental and choral ensembles are open to all students regardless of major or minor through placement processes with faculty. Individual lessons are also available in voice, piano, organ, guitar, woodwinds, strings, brass, percussion, and jazz.

B.A. Major in Music: 35-55 Credits

Lower Division (30 credits)
MUSC 120 Introduction to Music Technology (not required for General Studies)  1 credit
MUSC 130 Piano Proficiency Class (not required for General Studies)  1 credit
MUSC 131 Applied Lessons 4 credits
Ensembles(1)  4 credits
MUSC 140 Concert Choir
MUSC 144 91Թ Glee Club
MUSC 145 Musea Treble Chorus
MUSC 146 Wind Ensemble
MUSC 147 Symphony Orchestra
MUSC 150 Guitar Ensemble
MUSC 153 String Chamber Ensemble
MUSC 157 Liturgical Music Ensemble
 
MUSC 161 Music Theory I 3 credits
MUSC 161L Theory I Ear Training Lab 1 credit
MUSC 162 Music Theory II 3 credits
MUSC 162L Theory II Ear Training Lab 1 credit
MUSC 211 Conducting (Not required for general Studies)  3 credits
MUSC 257(2) Creative Music Lab Ensemble (Not required for General Studies)  3 credits
(MUSC 257 is a 1-credit course that must be repeated for a total of 3 credits)  
MUSC 261 Music Theory III 3 credits
MUSC 261L Theory III Ear Training Lab 1 credit
MUSC 262(3) Music Theory IV 3 credits
Upper Division (9 credits)
MUSC 391 Music History I 3 credits
MUSC 392 Music History II 3 credits
MUSC 480 Music History Seminar 3 credits


(1)Sacred Music concentration students must take MUSC 157 for 4 credits.
 
(2)Sacred Music concentration students do not take MUSC 257 as the content is covered in other required coursework.   
(3)MUSC 262 is not required for Sacred Music concentration students  

General Studies in Music Concentration: 6 credits

Music Electives 6 credits
MUSC 491 Thesis/Oral Comprehensive Exam 0 credit
MUSC 499 Senior Thesis 0 credit


Performance Concentration: 10 Credits

MUSC 131 Applied Lessons 2 credits
MUSC 241 Upper Division Applied Exam 0 credit
MUSC 325 Half Recital 0 credit
MUSC 331 Applied Lessons 8 credits
MUSC 425 Full Recital 0 credit
   

Composition Concentration: 19 Credits

MUSC 132A Applied Composition ( 1 credits w/ 2 semesters) 2 credits
MUSC 110 Introduction to Music Composition 3 credits
MUSC 332A Applied Composition (2 credits w/ 4 semesters) 8 credits
MUSC 210 Orchestration and Arranging  3 credits
MUSC 310 Interdisciplinary Composition  3 credits 
MUSC 326 Composition Junior Portfolio 0 credit
MUSC 426 Composition Senior Portfolio 0 credit


Sacred Music Concentration: 21 Credits

 
MUSC 131 Applied Lessons (Piano or Organ) 1 credit
MUSC 131C Applied Lessons (voice)  1 credit
Additional Ensembles: 2 credits
Chosen from: MUSC 140, 144, 145, 146, 147, 149, 150, 153   
MUSC 241 Upper Division Applied Exam 0 credit
MUSC 320 Vocal Pedagogy 2 credits
MUSC 325 Half Recital
0 credit

MUSC 331  Applied Lessons 

4 credits
MUSC 364 Composition 2 credits
MUSC 497 Internship 3 credits
RELI 326 Liturgy  3 credits
One additional Religious Studies course selected from the following:  3 credits
RELI 233 Christian Spirituality
 
RELI 327 Christian Leadership
 
RELI 229 Christian Diversity
 
   

Jazz Concentration: 14 credits

 
MUSC 131 Applied Jazz Lessons 2 credits
MUSC 149 Jazz Workshop Combo 4 credits
MUSC 175 Jazz History 3 credits
MUSC 241 Upper Division Applied Exam 0 credits
MUSC 331 Applied Jazz Lessons 4 credits
MUSC 340 Jazz Piano Proficiency Exam 0 credits
MUSC 450 Jazz Theory & Analysis 1 credit
MUSC 425 Full Recital 0 credits

B.A. Major in Music Education: 65-66 Credits

(with required Music Education Concentration)
Lower Division: 31 credits
MUSC 120 Introduction to Music Technology 1 credit
MUSC 130 Piano Proficiency Class 1 credit
MUSC 131 Applied Lessons 4 credits
MUSC 131T Applied Conducting 1 credit
Ensembles 4 credits
MUSC 140 Concert Choir
MUSC 144 91Թ Glee Club
MUSC 145 Musea Treble Chorus
MUSC 146 Wind Ensemble
MUSC 147 Symphony Orchestra
MUSC 150 Guitar Ensemble
MUSC 153 String Chamber Ensemble
MUSC 157 Liturgical Music Ensemble
 
MUSC 161 Music Theory I 3 credits
MUSC 161L Theory I Ear Training Lab 1 credit
MUSC 162 Music Theory II 3 credits
MUSC 162L Theory II Ear Training Lab 1 credit
MUSC 211 Conducting 3 credits
MUSC 241 Upper Division Applied Exam 0 credit
MUSC 257 Creative Music Lab Ensemble 3 credits
(MUSC 257 is a 1 credit course that must be repeated for a total of 3 credits)  
MUSC 261 Music Theory III 3 credits
MUSC 261L Theory III Ear Training Lab 1 credit
MUSC 262 Music Theory IV 3 credits
Upper Division: 9 credits
MUSC 311 Conducting II 3 credits 
MUSC 325 Half Recital 0 credits
MUSC 391 Music History I 3 credits
MUSC 392 Music History II 3 credits


Select one of two required Music Education Concentrations
 
Choral and General Music Concentration  or
 
Instrumental and General Music Concentration  
   
Required Education Courses: 36 credits (Both Concentrations)
EDPE 417 Abuse Prevention 
1 credit
EDSE 150 Psychology of the Exceptional Child  3 credits
EDTE 101  Foundations of American Education 3 credits
EDTE 213 NW History for Teachers 1 credit 
MUSC 454L Field Experience III  1 credit
MUSC 495 Student Teaching Professional Seminar  2 credits
MUSC 496S Student Teaching  12 credits
MUSC 139 World Music Methods 1 credit
MUSC 452 Classroom Management & Assessment  3 credits
MUSC 452L Field Experience I 1 credit
MUSC 453 General Music Education Methods 3 credits
MUSC 453L Field Experience II 1 credit
MUSC 454 Music Education Methods 3 credits
   
Choral and General Concentration: 13 credits
Choose 2 of the following 4 courses:  2 credits
MUSC 133 Brass Techniques 

MUSC 134 Woodwind Techniques 

MUSC 135 String Techniques 

MUSC 136 Percussion Techniques

Choose 1 of the following 2 courses: 
2 credits
MUSC 231 Vocal Diction I 

MUSC 232 Vocal Diction II

Additional Required courses:
 
MUSC 320 Vocal Pedagogy 2 credits 
MUSC 325 Half Recital 0 credit 
MUSC 331C Applied Lessons (Voice) 4 credits 
   

Instrumental and General Music Concentration: 12 Credits

MUSC 133 Brass Techniques 1 credit
MUSC 134 Woodwind Techniques 1 credit
MUSC 135 String Techniques 1 credit
MUSC 136 Percussion Techniques 1 credit
MUSC 137 Vocal Techniques 1 credit
3 credits from the following 2 courses:
3 credits
     MUSC 146 Wind Ensemble  
     MUSC 147 Symphony Orchestra  
MUSC 331 Applied Lessons (Instrument) 4 credits

Minor in Conducting: 20 credits

(For Music Majors or Music Education Majors only)

MUSC 211 Conducting 3 credits
MUSC 131T Applied Conducting 4 credits
MUSC 332 Choral Conducting Lab 0 credit
MUSC 333 Instrumental Conducting Lab 0 credit
MUSC 325 Half Recital (major instrument or voice) 0 credit
Ensembles: 8 credits
MUSC 140 Concert Choir
MUSC 143 Chamber Singers
MUSC 146 Wind Ensemble
MUSC 147 Symphony Orchestra
Electives: 5 credits
MUSC 131 Private Lessons (in primary instrument)
MUSC 133 Brass Techniques
MUSC 134 Woodwind Techniques
MUSC 135 Strings Techniques
MUSC 136 Percussion Techniques
MUSC 137 Vocal Techniques
MUSC 140 Concert Choir
MUSC 143 Chamber Singers
MUSC 146 Wind Ensemble
MUSC 147 Symphony Orchestra

Minor in Music: 20 credits

Knowing: 11 credits
MUSC 161 Music Theory I  3 credits
MUSC 161L Theory I Ear Training Lab  1 credit
MUSC 162 Music Theory II  3 credits
MUSC 162L Theory II Ear Training Lab  1 credit
Choose one of the following: 

MUSC 171 Music in the Humanities
3 credits
MUSC 175 Jazz History
3 credits
MUSC 249 World Music
3 credits
MUSC 250 American Music

3 credits

MUSC 261 Music Theory III
3 credits*
*requires co-requesite MUSC 261LTheory III Ear Training Lab for 1 credit  


Creating: 
4 credits
Choose from the following: 
MUSC 131 Applied Lessons (can take up to 4 credits)
1 credit
MUSC 120 Intro to Music Tech
1 credit
MUSC 121 Piano Class I
1 credit
MUSC 221 Piano Class II
1 credit
MUSC 123 Guitar Class I
1 credit
MUSC 223 Guitar Class II
1 credit
MUSC 125 Group Voice Class
1 credit
MUSC 257 Creative Music Lab
1 credit
MUSC 231 Vocal Diction I 
2 credits
MUSC 232 Vocal Diction II 
2 credits
MUSC 320 Vocal Pedagogy 
2 credits 
   
 Performing:  5 credits
 Choose from the following*  
MUSC 140 Concert Choir
1 credit
MUSC 144 91Թ Glee Club
1 credit
MUSC 143 Chamber Singers
1 credit
MUSC 145 Musea Treble Chorus
1 credit
MUSC 146 Wind Ensemble
1 credit
MUSC 147 Symphony Orchestra
1 credit
MUSC 149 Jazz Workshop Combo
1 credit 
MUSC 150 Guitar Ensemble
1 credit
MUSC 152 91Թ Jazz Ensemble
1 credit
MUSC 153 String Chamber Ensemble
1 credit
*One ensemble can be taken up to 8 times total for credit, but a maximum of 5 of those credits will apply to the minor 
 
Lower Division
MUSC 110 Introduction to Composition
3.00 credits
Students compose vocal and instrumental music to gain an understanding of the creative process and contemporary music. Topics include notation, the elements of music, instrumentation, vocal techniques, and aesthetics.
MUSC 120 Intro to Music Technology
1.00 credit
Students will acquire skills and proficiency in applications and technology that will allow them to create music, including but not limited to digital recording and editing, publishing scores, and electronically generating music. Music majors must take this course concurrently with MUSC 162 and MUSC 162L.
MUSC 121 Piano Class I
1.00 credit
Designed for the pianist with no previous keyboard skills or note reading ability. Emphasis is on basic terminology, technique, and musical concepts. Literature includes classical to contemporary.
MUSC 122 Piano Class II
1.00 credit
Designed for beginner to intermediate pianists who have completed MUSC 121 or who have some past keyboard experience. Includes review of basics, plus technique, sight-reading, harmonizing, transposition, improvisation, and literature.
Prerequisite:
MUSC 121 Minimum Grade: D
MUSC 123 Guitar Class I
1.00 credit
Designed for the beginning guitarist. Emphasis on tuning, position, chords, and basic reading skills.
MUSC 124 Guitar Class II
1.00 credit
A continuation of Guitar Class I.
Prerequisite:
MUSC 123 Minimum Grade: D
MUSC 125 Group Voice Class
1.00 credit
Designed for the beginning vocalist. Emphasizes the development of basic techniques of breath management, posture, tone quality, and diction. Includes study of vocal theory, exercise materials, and an introduction to standard vocal literature.
MUSC 130 Piano Proficiency Class
1.00 credit
Required of all music majors. Students learn basic piano techniques (scales, arpegglos, hand positions), and they play a melody with accompaniment , clef reading, sight-reading, and basic repertoire.
MUSC 131A Applied Piano
1.00- 2.00 credits
Individual lessons in applied piano, open to music majors, minors, and non-music majors. 1 credit meets weekly for a 30-minute lesson; 2 credits meet weekly for a 60-minute lesson.
MUSC 131B Applied Organ/Harpsichord
1.00- 2.00 credits
Individual lessons in applied organ/harpsichord, open to music majors, minors, and non-music majors. 1 credit meets weekly for a 30-minute lesson; 2 credits meet weekly for a 60-minute lesson.
MUSC 131C Applied Voice
1.00- 2.00 credits
Individual lessons in applied voice, open to music majors, minors, and non-music majors. 1 credit meets weekly for a 30-minute lesson; 2 credits meet weekly for a 60-minute lesson. Students also meet for a weekly 60-minute studio class.
MUSC 131D Applied Violin
1.00- 2.00 credits
Individual lessons in applied violin, open to music majors, minors, and non-music majors. 1 credit meets weekly for a 30-minute lesson; 2 credits meet weekly for a 60-minute lesson.
MUSC 131E Applied Cello
1.00- 2.00 credits
Individual lessons in applied cello, open to music majors, minors, and non-music majors. 1 credit meets weekly for a 30-minute lesson; 2 credits meet weekly for a 60-minute lesson.
MUSC 131F Applied Oboe
1.00- 2.00 credits
Individual lessons in applied oboe, open to music majors, minors, and non-music majors. 1 credit meets weekly for a 30-minute lesson; 2 credits meet weekly for a 60-minute lesson.
MUSC 131G Applied Guitar
1.00- 2.00 credits
Individual lessons in applied guitar, open to music majors, minors, and non-music majors. 1 credit meets weekly for a 30-minute lesson; 2 credits meet weekly for a 60-minute lesson.
MUSC 131H Applied String Bass
1.00- 2.00 credits
Individual lessons in applied string bass, open to music majors, minors, and non-music majors. 1 credit meets weekly for a 30-minute lesson; 2 credits meet weekly for a 60-minute lesson.
MUSC 131I Applied Clarinet
1.00- 2.00 credits
Individual lessons in applied clarinet, open to music majors, minors, and non-music majors. 1 credit meets weekly for a 30-minute lesson; 2 credits meet weekly for a 60-minute lesson.
MUSC 131J Applied Saxophone
1.00- 2.00 credits
Individual lessons in applied saxophone, open to music majors, minors, and non-music majors. 1 credit meets weekly for a 30-minute lesson; 2 credits meet weekly for a 60-minute lesson.
MUSC 131K Applied Flute
1.00- 2.00 credits
Individual lessons in applied flute, open to music majors, minors, and non-music majors. 1 credit meets weekly for a 30-minute lesson; 2 credits meet weekly for a 60-minute lesson.
MUSC 131L Applied Trumpet
1.00- 2.00 credits
Individual lessons in applied trumpet, open to music majors, minors, and non-music majors. 1 credit meets weekly for a 30-minute lesson; 2 credits meet weekly for a 60-minute lesson.
MUSC 131M Applied Low Brass
1.00- 2.00 credits
Individual lessons in applied low brass, open to music majors, minors, and non-music majors. 1 credit meets weekly for a 30-minute lesson; 2 credits meet weekly for a 60-minute lesson.
MUSC 131N Applied Percussion
1.00- 2.00 credits
Individual lessons in applied percussion, open to music majors, minors, and non-music majors. 1 credit meets weekly for a 30-minute lesson; 2 credits meet weekly for a 60-minute lesson.
MUSC 131O Applied Jazz Piano
1.00- 2.00 credits
Individual lessons in applied jazz piano, open to music majors, minors, and non-music majors. 1 credit meets weekly for a 30-minute lesson; 2 credits meet weekly for a 60-minute lesson.
MUSC 131P Applied Bassoon
1.00- 2.00 credits
Individual lessons in applied bassoon, open to music majors, minors, and non-music majors. 1 credit meets weekly for a 30-minute lesson; 2 credits meet weekly for a 60-minute lesson.
MUSC 131Q Applied French Horn
1.00- 2.00 credits
Individual lessons in applied french horn, open to music majors, minors, and non-music majors. 1 credit meets weekly for a 30-minute lesson; 2 credits meet weekly for a 60-minute lesson.
MUSC 131R Applied Jazz Improvisation
1.00- 2.00 credits
Individual lessons in applied jazz improvisation, open to music majors, minors, and non-music majors. 1 credit meets weekly for a 30-minute lesson; 2 credits meet weekly for a 60-minute lesson.
MUSC 131S Applied Electric Bass
1.00- 2.00 credits
Individual lessons in applied electric bass, open to music majors, minors, and non-music majors. 1 credit meets weekly for a 30-minute lesson; 2 credits meet weekly for a 60-minute lesson.
MUSC 131T Applied Conducting
1.00- 2.00 credits
Individual lessons in applied conducting, open to music majors and conducting minors. 1 credit meets weekly for a 30-minute lesson; 2 credits meet weekly for a 60-minute lesson.
Prerequisite:
MUSC 211 Minimum Grade: D
MUSC 131U Applied Jazz Bass
1.00- 2.00 credits
Individual lessons in applied jazz bass, open to music majors, minors, and non-music majors. 1 credit meets weekly for a 30-minute lesson; 2 credits meet weekly for a 60-minute lesson.
MUSC 131V Applied Harp
1.00- 2.00 credits
Individual lessons in applied harp, open to music majors, minors, and non-music majors. 1 credit meets weekly for a 30-minute lesson; 2 credits meet weekly for a 60-minute lesson.
MUSC 131W Applied Viola
1.00- 2.00 credits
Individual lessons in applied viola, open to music majors, minors, and non-music majors. 1 credit meets weekly for a 30-minute lesson; 2 credits meet weekly for a 60-minute lesson.
MUSC 131X Applied Jazz Guitar
1.00- 2.00 credits
Individual lessons in applied jazz guitar, open to music majors, minors, and non-music majors. 1 credit meets weekly for a 30-minute lesson; 2 credits meet weekly for a 60-minute lesson.
MUSC 131Y Applied Jazz Voice
1.00- 2.00 credits
Individual lessons in applied jazz voice, open to music majors, minors, and non-music majors. 1 credit meets weekly for a 30-minute lesson; 2 credits meet weekly for a 60-minute lesson.
MUSC 131Z Applied Jazz Drum Set
1.00- 2.00 credits
Individual lessons in applied jazz drum set. Designed to teach the basics of jazz drumming. Students will learn how to play within a wide variety of jazz styles including straight ahead swing, bossa nova, 12/8, ballad style, etc. Students will learn proper techniques including use of hi-hat, feathering on the bass drum, comping on all drums/cymbals, marking form and use of the proper equipment including brushes, sticks and mallets.
MUSC 132A Applied Composition
1.00- 2.00 credits
Individual lessons in applied composition, open to music majors, minors, and non? music majors. 1 credit meets weekly for a 30?minute lesson; 2 credits meet weekly for a 60?minute lesson.
MUSC 133 Brass Techniques
1.00 credit
Designed to formulate principles for teaching the brass instruments. Discussion, demonstration, and performance on the brass instruments. Includes development of proper embouchure, tone production, intonation, range and tone quality. Representative repertoire and teaching materials studied.
MUSC 134 Woodwind Techniques
1.00 credit
Designed to formulate principles for teaching the woodwind instruments. Discussion, demonstration, and performance on the woodwind instruments. Includes development of proper embouchure, tone production, intonation, range and tone quality. Representative repertoire and teaching materials studied.
MUSC 135 Strings Techniques
1.00 credit
Designed to formulate principles for teaching the string instruments. Discussion, demonstration, and performance on the string instruments. Includes development of proper bowing, tone production, intonation, range and tone quality. Representative repertoire and teaching materials studied.
MUSC 136 Percussion Techniques
1.00 credit
Designed to formulate principles for teaching the percussion instruments. Discussion, demonstration, and performance on the percussion instruments. Includes development of snare drum technique, proper grip, striking action, and tone quality. Representative repertoire and teaching materials studied.
MUSC 137 Vocal Techniques
1.00 credit
Topic to be determined by instructor.
MUSC 139 World Music Methods
1.00 credit
This course is designed specifically for students in the B.A. in Music Education program. The course explores musical cultures throughout the world at the present time, including but not limited; Africa, the Americas, Asia, Near East, Europe, and the South Pacific. The course is designed to supplement the Music History sequence (MUSC 391,392,393) by encouraging appreciation for non-Western music and musical cultures that lie outside the Western canon, and will lead them to formulate principles and methodologies for applying their knowledge of world music to their teaching in the elementary and secondary schools.
MUSC 140 Concert Choir
1.00 credit
Mixed, SATB chorus open to students of all majors by placement with choral faculty.
MUSC 141 Big Bing Theory a cappella
1.00 credit
The 91Թ University Big Bing Theory a cappella vocal ensemble rehearses, reflects upon and performs standard repertoire from the pop a cappella choral music canon. The ensemble is open to students of all areas of study through the choral placement process.
MUSC 142 91Թ Vocal Jazz Choir
1.00 credit
The 91Թ Vocal Jazz Choir rehearses, reflects upon, and performs standard vocal jazz choir repertoire from a variety of jazz sub-genres and vocal jazz composers spanning several decades. The ensemble is open to student musicians of all areas of study.
MUSC 143 Vocal Arts Ensemble
1.00 credit
Vocal performing ensemble course that provides opportunities for fully staged operas and musicals, and smaller acting through singing performances. Additionally every other spring this course serves as the international intercultural exchange touring choir. Audition or preauthorization from a vocal or choral faculty is required for enrollment.
MUSC 144 91Թ Glee Club
1.00 credit
Chorus of tenors & basses open to students of all majors by placement or meeting with choral faculty. The Glee Club sings TTBB literature. May be repeated for credit.
MUSC 145 Musea Treble Chorus
1.00 credit
Chorus of sopranos and altos open to students of all majors. No audition required. Musea sings music from a variety of genres and backgrounds with a special emphasis on music written specifically for treble voices.
MUSC 146 Wind Ensemble
1.00 credit
The Wind Ensemble performs new and standard literature for concert band and wind ensemble. Audition required.
MUSC 147 Symphony Orchestra
1.00 credit
The Symphony Orchestra is open to all members of the University and Spokane community. Registration required for all orchestra players from the University and community. Audition or permission from instructor required.
MUSC 148 Chamber Ensemble
1.00 credit
Audition required.
Prerequisite:
MUSC 140 Minimum Grade: D or MUSC 146 Minimum Grade: D or MUSC 147 Minimum Grade: D
MUSC 149 Jazz Workshop Combo
1.00 credit
Audition required.
MUSC 150 Guitar Ensemble
1.00 credit
Audition required.
Concurrent:
MUSC 131G
MUSC 151 Wind Symphony
1.00 credit
An instrumental class that focuses on tone production, blend, balance, intonation, breath support, and other necessary skills as it relates to the performance of established and contemporary works in the wind band medium.
MUSC 152 91Թ Jazz Ensemble
1.00 credit
The Jazz Ensemble performs new and standard literature for big band/jazz orchestra. Membership in the Jazz Ensemble is limited to saxophones, trumpets, trombones, and rhythm section players. An entrance audition at the beginning of the Fall semester is required.
MUSC 153 String Chamber Ensemble
1.00 credit
A chamber ensemble for string students. Students must be proficient on their instrument. Audition required.
MUSC 154 Percussion Ensemble
1.00 credit
The Percussion Ensemble performs a wide variety of literature from standard to non-traditional and ethnic music. Instructor permission required.
MUSC 155 91Թ Band
1.00 credit
91Թ Band is a non-performing beginning/skills band that will serve as a feeder to the instrumental ensembles in the music department. The class will focus on tone production, blend, balance, intonation, breath support, and other necessary skills for any student musician seeking to audition into music department instrumental ensembles.
MUSC 156 91Թ Drum Line
1.00 credit
GU Drum Line will consist of learning music and other protocol associated with the 91Թ Bulldog Band. Students will concentrate on leaning proper technique on marching snare, bass drum, cymbals, and quads. They will focus on learning the Bulldog Band repertoire as well as several drum cadences and features that will be showcased at Men’s/Women’s/home games.
MUSC 157 Liturgical Music Ensemble
1.00 credit
The Liturgical Music Ensemble consists of singers and instrumentalists who lead music at the university's festive liturgies, student Masses, ecumenical liturgies, and interfaith services. The course utilizes a diverse repertoire of sacred music, including new compositions, contemporary arrangements, repertoire from the Catholic tradition, hymns, anthems, Mass settings, gospel music, and repertoire from global cultures.
Equivalent:
MUSC 117 - OK if taken since Fall 2024
MUSC 161 Music Theory I
3.00 credits
Review of music fundamentals, basic analysis, and the study of harmony through secondary dominants. Introduction to musical forms.
Concurrent:
MUSC 161L
MUSC 161L Theory I Ear Training Lab
1.00 credit
Course includes ear training, sight-signing, melodic, rhythmic and harmonic dictation.
Concurrent:
MUSC 161
MUSC 162 Music Theory II
3.00 credits
A continuation of MUSC 161.
Prerequisite:
MUSC 161 Minimum Grade: D and MUSC 161L Minimum Grade: S
Concurrent:
MUSC 162L
MUSC 162L Theory II Ear Training Lab
1.00 credit
Course includes ear training, sight-singing, melodic, rhythmic and harmonic dictation.
Prerequisite:
MUSC 161 Minimum Grade: D and MUSC 161L Minimum Grade: D
Concurrent:
MUSC 162
MUSC 171 Music in the Humanities
3.00 credits
Historical survey of the development of music from antiquity to the present. Relationships between the other arts, philosophies, and social structures presented in context with the evolution of music. Emphasizes the understanding of music history through lecture, performance, and recordings.
Equivalent:
CATH 111 - OK if taken since Fall 2024
MUSC 175 Jazz History
3.00 credits
A survey of jazz history including important musicians and recordings with the highest emphasis on aural discernment and critical listening skills. The lives, historical/social significance, and music of key jazz musicians of each style period will be studied through demonstrative lectures and audio/visual examples.
MUSC 185 Special Topics:
1.00- 3.00 credits
Course topic to be determined by Music faculty.
MUSC 190 Directed Study
1.00- 3.00 credits
Topic to be determined by faculty.
MUSC 193 FYS:
3.00 credits
The First-Year Seminar (FYS) introduces new 91Թ students to the University, the Core Curriculum, and 91Թ’s Jesuit mission and heritage. While the seminars will be taught by faculty with expertise in particular disciplines, topics will be addressed in a way that illustrates approaches and methods of different academic disciplines. The seminar format of the course highlights the participatory character of university life, emphasizing that learning is an active, collegial process.
MUSC 210 Orchestration & Arranging
3.00 credits
Students develop knowledge of instrumentation, orchestration, and arranging techniques. They apply these concepts to compose and arrange music for instrumentalists and vocalists.
MUSC 211 Conducting
3.00 credits
Fundamental study of conducting and score reading, and analysis skill applicable to instrumental and choral ensembles.
Prerequisite:
MUSC 162 Minimum Grade: D
MUSC 221 Piano Class III
1.00 credit
A continuation of MUSC 122, designed for both the student with some past keyboard experience and music majors preparing for the keyboard skills competency exam. Includes review of fundamentals, technical sight-reading, harmonizing transposition, improvisation, and literature.
Prerequisite:
MUSC 122 Minimum Grade: D
MUSC 222 Piano Class IV
1.00 credit
A continuation of MUSC 221, designed for both the student with some past experience and music majors preparing for the keyboard competency exam. Includes review of fundamentals, plus technique, sight-reading, harmonization, transposition, improvisation, and literature.
Prerequisite:
MUSC 221 Minimum Grade: D
MUSC 223 Guitar Class III
1.00 credit
A continuation of Guitar Class II, this course provides a survey of guitars styles from classical to contemporary.
Prerequisite:
MUSC 124 Minimum Grade: D
MUSC 224 Guitar Class IV
1.00 credit
A continuation of guitar Class III, this course provides an advanced survey of guitar styles and techniques from classical to contemporary. Emphasis on application in performance.
Prerequisite:
MUSC 223 Minimum Grade: D
MUSC 231 Vocal Diction I
2.00 credits
Part of a four-semester sequence of courses that explore subjects significant to singers. An introduction to the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) and English, Italian, and Latin lyric diction, using IPA as it applies to vocal literature. Explores rules of pronunciation rules and practical application for singers as it relates to foreign language diction.
Prerequisite:
MUSC 131C Minimum Grade: D or MUSC 331C Minimum Grade: D
MUSC 232 Vocal Diction II
2.00 credits
Part of a four-semester sequence of courses that explore subjects significant to singers. Applies the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) to German and French vocal literature. Explores rules of pronunciation rules and practical application for singers as it relates to foreign language diction.
Prerequisite:
MUSC 131C Minimum Grade: D or MUSC 331C Minimum Grade: D
MUSC 241 Upper Division Applied Exam
.00 credits
This course is required for students prior to enrolling in upper division applied lessons, normally taken during the fourth semester of MUSC 131 Applied Lessons.
MUSC 249 World Music
3.00 credits
This course explores several musical cultures throughout the world, including but not limited to; Africa, the Americas, Asia, Near East, Europe and the South Pacific. The course is designed to enhance each student’s appreciation of the diversity of music throughout the world, as well as the people that perform it.
MUSC 250 Popular Music in the US
3.00 credits
This course introduces various musical styles, influences, and composers of the United States from pre-Colonial times to the present. Emphasis is placed on the broad variety of music particular to American culture, and on music's importance in the cultural history of the nation. Students will demonstrate their understanding of American music history and its cultural relevance through writing, discussion, and aural examination.
MUSC 257 Creative Music Lab Ensemble
1.00 credit
The Creative Music Lab Ensemble (CMLE) is a contemporary chamber ensemble of varying instrumentation that explores traditional and non-traditional ways of thinking about and making music. Students will study, rehearse and perform a work by a groundbreaking 20th/21st Century composer, as well as student-created arrangements and compositions representing a wide variety of styles. CMLE allows students to actively learn about the creative musical process from ideation-to­-performance through direct experience at all stages. It fosters creativity and allows students to integrate their understanding of music theory, ear training and history in a way that permits them to more fully see their relevance and importance. Students develop themselves as well-rounded musicians and gain a deeper knowledge of music. It also gives future music educators the skills to compose, improvise, arrange, and model effective methods for teaching. Fall and Spring.
MUSC 261 Music Theory III
3.00 credits
Continuation of Music Theory II. Advanced ear-training skills, analysis, stylistic writing, and introduction to complex musical forms.
Prerequisite:
MUSC 162 Minimum Grade: D and MUSC 162L Minimum Grade: D
Concurrent:
MUSC 261L
MUSC 261L Theory III Ear Training Lab
1.00 credit
Course includes ear training, sight-singing, melodic, rhythmic and harmonic dictation.
Prerequisite:
MUSC 162 Minimum Grade: D and MUSC 162L Minimum Grade: D
Concurrent:
MUSC 261
MUSC 262 Music Theory IV
3.00 credits
Continuation of Music Theory III. Twentieth-century and contemporary harmony and composition.
Prerequisite:
MUSC 261 Minimum Grade: D and MUSC 261L Minimum Grade: D
MUSC 290 Directed Study
1.00- 3.00 credits
Topic to be determined by faculty.
Upper Division
MUSC 310 Interdisciplinary Composition
3.00 credits
Students develop advanced composition and collaboration skills in unique cross-sections with dance, theater, songwriting, and commercial music.
Prerequisite:
MUSC 132A Minimum Grade: A
MUSC 311 Conducting II
3.00 credits
To prepare all students to conduct a mixed-voice ensemble and be knowledgeable in score study and preparation, including instrument transposition, baton technique, score analysis, interpretation, rehearsal planning and implementation of rehearsal techniques. Students must be prepared to conduct a live ensemble of peers during each class meeting. Conducting times will be assigned for other ensembles outside of class.
Prerequisite:
MUSC 211 Minimum Grade: C
MUSC 320 Vocal Pedagogy
2.00 credits
Part of a four-semester sequence of courses that explore subjects significant to singers. Surveys voice science, which includes the anatomy and mechanics of vocalization, breath, and hearing; the acoustics of singing; vocal health and maintenance; classification of voice type; and an introduction to voice analysis and teaching methods.
Prerequisite:
MUSC 131C Minimum Grade: D or MUSC 331C Minimum Grade: D
MUSC 321 Song Literature
2.00 credits
Part of a four-semester sequence of courses that explore subjects of significant importance to singers. Surveys art song literature, history, and style, exploring major and minor composers of the German, French, Italian, British, and American repertoire.
Prerequisite:
MUSC 131C Minimum Grade: D or MUSC 331C Minimum Grade: D
MUSC 325 Half Recital
.00 credits
Public performance and recording of two or more compositions written for MUSC 364. Required of Music majors-Composition Concentration.
Prerequisite:
MUSC 130 Minimum Grade: D and MUSC 241 Minimum Grade: D
MUSC 326 Composition Junior Portfolio
.00 credits
Public performance and recording of two or more compositions written for MUSC 364. Required of composition emphasis Music majors.
Concurrent:
MUSC 364
MUSC 331A Applied Piano
2.00 credits
Training in applied piano.
Prerequisite:
MUSC 131A Minimum Grade: D and MUSC 241 Minimum Grade: S and MUSC 130 Minimum Grade: D
MUSC 331B Applied Organ/Harpsichord
2.00 credits
Individual lessons in applied organ/harpsichord, open to music majors. 1 credit meets weekly for a 30-minute lesson; 2 credits meet weekly for a 60-minute lesson.
Prerequisite:
MUSC 131B Minimum Grade: D and MUSC 241 Minimum Grade: S and MUSC 130 Minimum Grade: S
MUSC 331C Applied Voice
2.00 credits
Individual lessons in applied voice, open to music majors. 1 credit meets weekly for a 30-minute lesson; 2 credits meet weekly for a 60-minute lesson. Students also meet for a weekly 60-minute studio class.
Prerequisite:
MUSC 131C Minimum Grade: D and MUSC 241 Minimum Grade: S and MUSC 130 Minimum Grade: S
MUSC 331D Applied Violin
2.00 credits
Individual lessons in applied violin, open to music majors. 1 credit meets weekly for a 30-minute lesson; 2 credits meet weekly for a 60-minute lesson.
Prerequisite:
MUSC 131D Minimum Grade: D and MUSC 130 Minimum Grade: S
MUSC 331E Applied Cello
2.00 credits
Individual lessons in applied cello, open to music majors. 1 credit meets weekly for a 30-minute lesson; 2 credits meet weekly for a 60-minute lesson.
Prerequisite:
MUSC 131E Minimum Grade: D and MUSC 241 Minimum Grade: S and MUSC 130 Minimum Grade: S
MUSC 331F Applied Oboe
2.00 credits
Individual lessons in applied oboe, open to music majors. 1 credit meets weekly for a 30-minute lesson; 2 credits meet weekly for a 60-minute lesson.
Prerequisite:
MUSC 131F Minimum Grade: D and MUSC 241 Minimum Grade: S and MUSC 130 Minimum Grade: S
MUSC 331G Applied Guitar
2.00 credits
Individual lessons in applied guitar, open to music majors. 1 credit meets weekly for a 30-minute lesson; 2 credits meet weekly for a 60-minute lesson.
Prerequisite:
MUSC 131G Minimum Grade: D and MUSC 241 Minimum Grade: S and MUSC 130 Minimum Grade: S
MUSC 331H Applied String Bass
2.00 credits
Individual lessons in applied string bass, open to music majors. 1 credit meets weekly for a 30-minute lesson; 2 credits meet weekly for a 60-minute lesson.
Prerequisite:
MUSC 131H Minimum Grade: D and MUSC 241 Minimum Grade: S and MUSC 130 Minimum Grade: S
MUSC 331I Applied Clarinet
2.00 credits
Individual lessons in applied clarinet, open to music majors. 1 credit meets weekly for a 30-minute lesson; 2 credits meet weekly for a 60-minute lesson.
Prerequisite:
MUSC 131I Minimum Grade: D and MUSC 241 Minimum Grade: S and MUSC 130 Minimum Grade: S
MUSC 331J Applied Saxophone
2.00 credits
Individual lessons in applied saxophone, open to music majors. 1 credit meets weekly for a 30-minute lesson; 2 credits meet weekly for a 60-minute lesson.
Prerequisite:
MUSC 131J Minimum Grade: D and MUSC 241 Minimum Grade: S and MUSC 130 Minimum Grade: S
MUSC 331K Applied Flute
2.00 credits
Individual lessons in applied flute, open to music majors. 1 credit meets weekly for a 30-minute lesson; 2 credits meet weekly for a 60-minute lesson.
Prerequisite:
MUSC 131K Minimum Grade: D and MUSC 241 Minimum Grade: S and MUSC 130 Minimum Grade: S
MUSC 331L Applied Trumpet
2.00 credits
Individual lessons in applied trumpet, open to music majors. 1 credit meets weekly for a 30-minute lesson; 2 credits meet weekly for a 60-minute lesson.
Prerequisite:
MUSC 131L Minimum Grade: D and MUSC 241 Minimum Grade: S and MUSC 130 Minimum Grade: S
MUSC 331M Applied Low Brass
2.00 credits
Individual lessons in applied low brass, open to music majors. 1 credit meets weekly for a 30-minute lesson; 2 credits meet weekly for a 60-minute lesson.
Prerequisite:
MUSC 131M Minimum Grade: D and MUSC 241 Minimum Grade: S and MUSC 130 Minimum Grade: S
MUSC 331N Applied Percussion
2.00 credits
Individual lessons in applied percussion, open to music majors. 1 credit meets weekly for a 30-minute lesson; 2 credits meet weekly for a 60-minute lesson.
Prerequisite:
MUSC 131N Minimum Grade: D and MUSC 241 Minimum Grade: S and MUSC 130 Minimum Grade: S
MUSC 331O Applied Jazz Piano
2.00 credits
Individual lessons in applied jazz piano, open to music majors. 1 credit meets weekly for a 30-minute lesson; 2 credits meet weekly for a 60-minute lesson.
Prerequisite:
MUSC 131O Minimum Grade: D and MUSC 241 Minimum Grade: S
MUSC 331P Applied Bassoon
2.00 credits
Individual lessons in applied bassoon, open to music majors. 1 credit meets weekly for a 30-minute lesson; 2 credits meet weekly for a 60-minute lesson.
Prerequisite:
MUSC 131P Minimum Grade: D and MUSC 241 Minimum Grade: S and MUSC 130 Minimum Grade: S
MUSC 331Q Applied French Horn
2.00 credits
Individual lessons in applied french horn, open to music majors. 1 credit meets weekly for a 30-minute lesson; 2 credits meet weekly for a 60-minute lesson.
Prerequisite:
MUSC 131Q Minimum Grade: D and MUSC 241 Minimum Grade: S and MUSC 130 Minimum Grade: S
MUSC 331R Applied Jazz Improvisation
2.00 credits
Individual lessons in applied jazz improvisation, open to music majors. 1 credit meets weekly for a 30-minute lesson; 2 credits meet weekly for a 60-minute lesson.
Prerequisite:
MUSC 131R Minimum Grade: D
MUSC 331S Applied Electric Bass
2.00 credits
Individual lessons in applied electric bass, open to music majors. 1 credit meets weekly for a 30-minute lesson; 2 credits meet weekly for a 60-minute lesson.
Prerequisite:
MUSC 131S Minimum Grade: D and MUSC 241 Minimum Grade: S
MUSC 331U Applied Jazz Bass
2.00 credits
Individual lessons in applied jazz bass, open to music majors. 1 credit meets weekly for a 30-minute lesson; 2 credits meet weekly for a 60-minute lesson.
Prerequisite:
MUSC 131U Minimum Grade: D and MUSC 241 Minimum Grade: S
MUSC 331V Applied Harp
2.00 credits
Individual lessons in applied harp, open to music majors. 1 credit meets weekly for a 30-minute lesson; 2 credits meet weekly for a 60-minute lesson.
Prerequisite:
MUSC 131V Minimum Grade: D and MUSC 241 Minimum Grade: S and MUSC 130 Minimum Grade: S
MUSC 331W Applied Viola
2.00 credits
Individual lessons in applied viola, open to music majors. 1 credit meets weekly for a 30-minute lesson; 2 credits meet weekly for a 60-minute lesson.
Prerequisite:
MUSC 131W Minimum Grade: D and MUSC 241 Minimum Grade: S
MUSC 331X Applied Jazz Guitar
2.00 credits
Individual lessons in applied jazz guitar, open to music majors. 1 credit meets weekly for a 30-minute lesson; 2 credits meet weekly for a 60-minute lesson.
Prerequisite:
MUSC 131X Minimum Grade: D and MUSC 241 Minimum Grade: S
MUSC 331Z Applied Jazz Drum Set
1.00- 2.00 credits
Individual lessons in applied jazz drum set, open to music majors. 1 credit meets weekly for a 30-minute lesson; 2 credits meet weekly for a 60-minute lesson. Designed to continue in the development and refinement of jazz drumming.
Prerequisite:
MUSC 241 Minimum Grade: S
MUSC 332 Choral Conducting Lab
.00 credits
Choral Conducting lab to accompany Applied Conducting (MUSC 131T).
Concurrent:
MUSC 131T
MUSC 332A Applied Composition
1.00- 2.00 credits
Individual lessons in applied composition, open to music majors, minors, and non? music majors. 1 credit meets weekly for a 30?minute lesson; 2 credits meet weekly for a 60?minute lesson.
Prerequisite:
MUSC 132A Minimum Grade: D and MUSC 241 Minimum Grade: S
MUSC 333 Instrumental Conducting Lab
.00 credits
Instrumental Conducting Lab to accompany Applied Conducting (MUSC 131T).
Concurrent:
MUSC 131T
MUSC 340 Jazz Piano Proficiency Exam
.00 credits
All students pursuing a Major in Music with a Jazz Performance Concentration must pass the Jazz Piano Proficiency Exam. Major and Minor ii-V-I progressions using rootless voicings in all keys, 2-hand accompaniment of 12-bar Blues, and chord progression sight-reading will be evaluated in the exam.
Prerequisite:
MUSC 130 Minimum Grade: S
MUSC 358 Keyboard Accompanying
1.00 credit
Keyboard students are assigned to student vocalists and instrumentalists by the instructor. Students attend weekly rehearsals, receive coaching and are required to perform at least once per semester.
Prerequisite:
MUSC 331A Minimum Grade: D
MUSC 385 Special Topics
1.00- 3.00 credits
Topic determined by Music faculty.
MUSC 391 Music History I
3.00 credits
Survey of the history and literature of music from Antiquity through the Medieval, Renaissance, Baroque, and Classical Periods.
Prerequisite:
MUSC 261 Minimum Grade: C and MUSC 130 Minimum Grade: S
Equivalent:
MUSC 291 - OK if taken between Fall 2009 and Summer 2 2011
MUSC 392 Music History II
3.00 credits
Survey of the history and literature of music in the Romantic Period, 20th Century, and New Millennium. Includes music of the Western classical and jazz traditions and global intersections.
Prerequisite:
MUSC 391 Minimum Grade: C
MUSC 425 Full Recital
.00 credits
Sixty minute degree recital required for those students majoring in Music Performance. Presentation of recital requires successful audition one month prior to recital date.
MUSC 426 Composition Senior Portfolio
.00 credits
Public performance and recording of one or more compositions written for MUSC 364 or MUSC 464. Works performed for MUSC 326 are ineligible to meet this requirement. Required for Music Majors, Composition Concentration.
Prerequisite:
MUSC 326 Minimum Grade: D
Concurrent:
MUSC 464
MUSC 432 CIS:
3.00 credits
The Core Integration Seminar (CIS) engages the Year Four Question: “Imagining the possible: What is our role in the world?” by offering students a culminating seminar experience in which students integrate the principles of Jesuit education, prior components of the Core, and their disciplinary expertise. Each section of the course will focus on a problem or issue raised by the contemporary world that encourages integration, collaboration, and problem solving. The topic for each section of the course will be proposed and developed by each faculty member in a way that clearly connects to the Jesuit Mission, to multiple disciplinary perspectives, and to our students’ future role in the world.
MUSC 450 Jazz Theory and Analysis
1.00 credit
Designed to teach students chord/scale theory, application, and analysis. The course will cover harmonic major, ascending melodic minor, diminished, augmented, pentatonic, and synthetic scales as well as triad pairs and how they relate to the harmony over which jazz improvisers apply them. Further, students will transcribe and analyze instrumental jazz from three developmental eras of jazz: Bebop (1940-1950), Classic (1950-1960), and Modern (1960-present).
Prerequisite:
MUSC 340 Minimum Grade: S and MUSC 262 Minimum Grade: C
MUSC 452 Classroom Mgmt & Assessment
3.00 credits
Future music teachers develop strategies and techniques for effective and creative classroom management, motivation, assessment, and evaluation with applications to K?12 school music programs.
Prerequisite:
MUSC 211 Minimum Grade: C
Concurrent:
MUSC 452L
MUSC 452L Field Experience I
1.00 credit
"Teacher candidates will have the opportunity to explore the instruction, assessment, and technology practices that are at work in schools. Teacher candidates are required to submit a Field Experience Request form to the Field Experience office a minimum of a month prior to the semester they are taking the course. This form can be found on on Blackboard under Teacher Certification and Field Experience Materials Course. The field experience requires a minimum of 30 hours in the classroom and travel by car may be required. In addition, current fingerprint clearance from the WSP and FBI throughout the semester and Pre-Residency Clearance is to be on file. Field experiences at 91Թ University provide opportunities for teacher candidates to observe experienced teachers, practice newly emerging teaching skills, and apply theory gained from university coursework to the “real world’ of elementary, middle, and secondary schools. It is also a time of feedback and reflection on the social, psychological, and pedagogical aspects of classroom and school life."
Prerequisite:
MUSC 211 Minimum Grade: C
Concurrent:
MUSC 452
MUSC 453 General Music Ed Methods
3.00 credits
General Music Education Methods is designed to prepare students for teaching general music to children in grades K-12. Emphasis is placed on developing a philosophy of music education that considers the developmental needs of children as foundational in the process of teaching music concepts. The course consists of lectures, teaching demonstrations, peer teaching, music classroom observations, a review of music education literature, and the development of a teaching portfolio. Students will develop skills in teaching music that incorporates singing, movement, playing instruments, listening, creating, and writing.
Concurrent:
MUSC 453L
Equivalent:
EDTE 400 - OK if taken since Fall 2021
EDTE 454N - OK if taken since Fall 2021
MUSC 453L General Music Ed Methods Lab
1.00 credit
Teacher candidates will have the opportunity to explore the instruction, assessment, and technology practices that are at work in schools. Teacher candidates are required to submit a Field Experience Request form to the Field Experience office a minimum of a month prior to the semester they are taking the course. This form can be found on on Blackboard under Teacher Certification and Field Experience Materials Course. The field experience requires a minimum of 30 hours in the classroom and travel by car may be required. In addition, current fingerprint clearance from the WSP and FBI throughout the semester and Pre-Residency Clearance is to be on file.
Concurrent:
MUSC 453
MUSC 454 Music Education Methods
3.00 credits
A study of elementary and secondary choral and instrumental instruction including program organization, teaching techniques, materials, and field experiences.
Concurrent:
MUSC 454L
MUSC 454L Field Experience III
1.00 credit
Field experiences at 91Թ University provide opportunities for teacher candidates to observe experienced teachers, practice newly emerging teaching skills, and apply theory gained from university coursework to the “real world’ of elementary, middle, and secondary schools. It is also a time of feedback and reflection on the social, psychological, and pedagogical aspects of classroom and school life.
Concurrent:
MUSC 454
MUSC 480 Music History Seminar
3.00 credits
An in-depth investigation of one particular topic of music. Students engage in analysis, research and practical application of a topic relevant to the discipline of music. Examples include a given composer, genre, and music performance issue. Spring.
Prerequisite:
MUSC 392 Minimum Grade: C and MUSC 391 Minimum Grade: C
MUSC 490 Directed Study/Readings
1.00- 3.00 credits
Directed Study/Readings requires completion of a form, and Department Chair permission and cannot be registered for via Zagweb.
MUSC 491 Thesis/OralComprehensive Exam
.00 credits
This course is designed to test students’ knowledge and retention of the information covered in their course of study. Required for Music Majors, General Studies Concentration.
Prerequisite:
(MUSC 291 Minimum Grade: D or MUSC 391 Minimum Grade: D) and (MUSC 311 Minimum Grade: D or MUSC 211 Minimum Grade: D) and (MUSC 390 Minimum Grade: D or MUSC 391 Minimum Grade: D) and (MUSC 391 Minimum Grade: D or MUSC 392 Minimum Grade: D) and MUSC 462 Minimum Grade: D and MUSC 499 Minimum Grade: S
MUSC 495 Student Teaching Seminar
2.00 credits
The Seminar complements the semester of student teaching. It is an integral facet of the student teaching experience and will serve both as a forum for sharing ideas, concerns, problems and solutions as well as a means of preparation for effective teaching. Current issues in music education will be discussed.
Concurrent:
MUSC 496
MUSC 496 Student Teaching
12.00 credits
This is a culminating 16 week capstone experience in which the teacher candidate assumes the full responsibility of a teacher under the direction of a University Supervisor and a Mentor Teacher. Seminars are provided for student interaction, problem solving, certification requirements, and informational support. Current fingerprint clearance from the WSP and FBI throughout the semester and Pre-Residency Clearance is on file.
Concurrent:
MUSC 495
MUSC 497 Internship
.00- 6.00 credits
An Internship in Music is designed to give music majors an experience working within a professional organization and to develop hands-on career experiences. It is intended to prepare music majors for a career in the music and/or teaching profession. The student is responsible for securing the internship.
MUSC 499 Senior Thesis
.00 credits
Required for those students seeking the Bachelor of Arts in Music, General Studies Concentration. A major research paper on a selected topic. The Senior Thesis will serve as a major component in the Oral Comprehensive Exam.
Prerequisite:
MUSC 399 Minimum Grade: D
 

In addition to their major and minor areas of study, all undergraduate students follow a common program designed to complete their education in those areas that the University considers essential for a Catholic, Jesuit, liberal, and humanistic education. The University Core Curriculum consists of forty-five credits of course work, with additional designation requirements that can be met through core, major, or elective courses.

The University Core Curriculum is a four-year program, organized around one overarching question, which is progressively addressed through yearly themes and questions. Hence, core courses are best taken within the year for which they are designated. First year core courses encourage intellectual engagement and provide a broad foundation of fundamental skills. Second and third year courses examine central issues and questions in philosophy and religious studies. The fourth year course, the Core Integration Seminar, offers a culminating core experience. Taken at any time throughout the four years, broadening courses intersect with the core themes and extend students’ appreciation for the humanities, arts, and social and behavioral sciences. Finally, the designation requirements (writing enriched, global studies, and social justice) reflect important values and reinforce students’ knowledge and competencies.

Overarching Core Question: As students of a Catholic, Jesuit, and 91Թ, how do we educate ourselves to become women and men for a more just and humane global community?
Year 1 Theme and Question: Understanding and Creating: How do we pursue knowledge and cultivate understanding?

  • The First-Year Seminar (DEPT 193, 3 credits): The First-Year Seminar (FYS), taken in the fall or spring of the first year, is designed to promote an intellectual shift in students as they transition to college academic life. Each small seminar is organized around an engaging topic, which students explore from multiple perspectives. The FYS is offered by many departments across the University (click for list of FYS courses).  
  • Writing (ENGL 101, 3 credits) and Reasoning (PHIL 101, 3 credits): The Writing and Reasoning courses are designed to help students develop the foundational skills of critical reading, thinking, analysis, and writing. They may be taken as linked sections. Writing (ENGL 101) carries one of the three required writing-enriched designations (see below).
  • Communication & Speech (COMM 100, 3 credits): This course introduces students to interpersonal and small group communication and requires the application of critical thinking, reasoning, and research skills necessary to organize, write, and present several speeches.
  • Scientific Inquiry (BIOL 104/104L, CHEM 104/104L, or PHYS 104/104L, 3 credits): This course explores the scientific process in the natural world through evidence-based logic and includes significant laboratory experience. Students pursuing majors that require science courses will satisfy this requirement through their major.
  • Mathematics (above Math 100, 3 credits): Mathematics courses promote thinking according to the modes of the discipline—abstractly, symbolically, logically, and computationally. One course in mathematics, above Math 100, including any math course required for a major or minor, will fulfill this requirement. MATH 100 (College Algebra) and courses without the MATH prefix do not fulfill this requirement.

Year 2 Theme and Question: Being and Becoming: Who are we and what does it mean to be human?

  • Philosophy of Human Nature (PHIL 201, 3 credits): This course provides students with a philosophical study of key figures, theories, and intellectual traditions that contribute to understanding the human condition; the meaning and dignity of human life; and the human relationship to ultimate reality.
  • Christianity and Catholic Traditions (RELI, 3 credits). Religious Studies core courses approved for this requirement explore diverse topics including Christian scriptures, history, theology, and practices as well as major contributions from the Catholic intellectual and theological traditions (click for a list of approved courses) .

Year 3 Theme and Question: Caring and Doing: What principles characterize a well lived life?

  • Ethics (PHIL 301 or RELI, 3 credits): The Ethics courses are designed to help students develop their moral imagination by exploring and explaining the reasons humans should care about the needs and interests of others. This requirement is satisfied by an approved ethics course in either Philosophy (PHIL 301) or Religious Studies (click for a list of approved courses).
  • World/Comparative Religion (RELI, 3 credits): Religious Studies courses approved for this core requirement draw attention to the diversity that exists within and among traditions and encourage students to bring critical, analytical thinking to bear on the traditions and questions considered. These courses carries one of the required two global-studies designations (see below) (click for a list of approved courses).

Year 4 Theme and Question: Imagining the Possible: What is our role in the world?” 

  • Core Integration Seminar (DEPT 432, 3 credits). The Core Integration Seminar (CIS) offers students a culminating core experience in which they integrate the principles of Jesuit education, prior components of the core, and their disciplinary expertise. Some CIS courses may also count toward a student’s major or minor. The CIS is offered by several departments across the University (click for list of CIS courses).

The Broadening Courses

  • Fine Arts & Design (VART, MUSC, THEA, 3 credits): Arts courses explore multiple ways the human experience can be expressed through creativity, including across different cultures and societies. One approved course in fine arts, music, theatre, or dance will fulfill this requirement (click for a list of approved courses).
  • History (HIST, 3 credits): History courses are intended to develop students’ awareness of the historical context of both the individual and the collective human experience. One course in History (HIST 101, HIST 102, HIST 112, HIST 201, HIST 202) will fulfill this requirement.
  • Literature (3 credits): Literature courses foster reflection on how literature engages with a range of human experience. One approved course in Literature (offered by English, Classics, or Modern Languages) will fulfill this requirement (click for a list of approved courses).
  • Social & Behavioral Sciences (3 credits): Courses in the social and behavioral sciences engage students in studying human behavior, social systems, and social issues. One approved course offered by Criminal Justice, Economics, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology, or Women and Gender Studies will fulfill this requirement (click for a list of approved courses).

The Designations
Designations are embedded within already existing core, major, minor, and elective courses. Students are encouraged to meet designation requirements within elective courses as their schedule allows; however, with careful planning students should be able to complete most of the designation requirements within other core, major, or minor courses.

  • Writing Enriched (WE; 3 courses meeting this designation): Courses carrying the WE designation are designed to promote the humanistic and Jesuit pedagogical ideal of clear, effective communication. In addition to the required core course, Writing (ENGL 101), which carries one of the WE designations, students must take two other WE-designated courses (click for a list of approved courses).
  • Global-Studies (GS; 2 courses meeting this designation): Courses carrying the GS designation are designed to challenge students to perceive and understand human diversity by exploring diversity within a context of constantly changing global systems. In addition to the required core course, World/Comparative Religion (RELI 300-level), which carries one of the GS designations, students must take one other GS-designated course (click for a list of approved courses).
  • Social-Justice (SJ; 1 course meeting this designation): Courses carrying the SJ designation are designed to introduce students to one or more social justice concerns. Students must take one course that meets the SJ designation (click for a list of approved courses).

Major-specific adaptations to the University Core Curriculum

All 91Թ students, regardless of their major, will complete the University Core Curriculum requirements. However some 91Թ students will satisfy certain core requirements through major-specific programs or courses. Any major-specific adaptations to the core are described with the requirements for the majors to which they apply.