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2224. Introduction to Music Education 2 hours
Prerequisite: concurrent enrollment in EDU 2300
An introduction to the foundations, principals, and history of K-12 school music instruction as an educational discipline for the music major. This course will examine standards, methods, learning theories, and research resources relevant to contemporary music education. Required for all music education majors.
2310. Sociology of Music (SOC 2310) 3 hours
Prerequisite: SOC 2301
This course is intended to develop appreciation for alternative musical expressions especially as they pertain to musical traditions from the non- western world. Students will learn the context in which music is created, its value to the people whose culture it inhabits, the instruments upon which the music is played, and the transformation of music in different cultures. Music reading skills and knowledge of basic music principles are advisable.
2312. Music in America 3 hours
A chronological survey of various styles of American music from New England Psalm singing to the avant-garde, including art music, folk, and popular music and jazz. Course will include lecture, demonstration, discussion, listening, and participation.
2313. Music History I (3313) 3 hours
Prerequisites: MUS 1201, 1202, 1203, 1204, and 2103
A stylistic survey of western music from the Greek through the Baroque period.
2315. Music History II (3315) 3 hours
Prerequisite: MUS 2103, MUS 3313 or consent of instructor
A stylistic survey of western music from the classical period through the twentieth century.
2317. Music History III 3 hours
Prerequisite: MUS 2313, 2315 (A transfer student must have consent of instructor)
A stylistic survey of world music and western music in the twentieth century. Required for all music majors.
3116. Pedagogy Lab 1 hour
Prerequisites: Attainment Division status, MUS 2103
Weekly meetings will include the discussion of rehearsal techniques, pedagogical philosophies and materials. Scheduled observation hours of university ensembles will be required, and students will each be assigned conducting projects for the appropriate laboratory ensemble.
3228. Fundamentals of Conducting 2 hours
Prerequisites: Attainment Division status, MUS 2103
A course designed to acquaint students with basic motor skills and techniques involved in conducting.
3240. Language/Diction I 2 hours
This course is designed to provide introductory knowledge and skills in English and Italian lyric diction. Through the study of International Phonetic Alphabet symbols, pronunciation rules and practice, and singing assignments, students will gain the skills required to transcribe, pronounce, and sing Latin, Italian, and French solo/choral repertoire.