Music (MUSC)
100. Fundamentals of Music (3)
Elements and concepts of music including notation, scales, rhythm, keyboard use, eartraining, and sightsinging.
101. Piano Class for Non-Majors (1) (May be repeated one time)
Beginning piano class. Practical instruction in the fundamental techniques of piano playing.
102. Music Appreciation (3)
An introduction to art music with illustrations of various types and forms. Open to all students and required for those seeking teaching certificates.
103. Beginning Harmony I (3) (Prereq: Consent of instructor.)
Reading musical notations, counting rhythms, scales, keys, intervals, triads, and chord names.
103L. Elementary Eartraining I (1)
Develop basic aural/visual musical skills: scales, chords, and melodies.
104. Elementary Harmony II (3) (Prereq: MUSC 103 or consent of instructor.)
Diatonic part-writing and analysis.
104L. Elementary Eartraining II (1)
Melodic and harmonic dictation, rhythmic dictation, and aural identification of phrase forms and cadences.
107-108. Beginning Piano Class (1 each sem) (Prereq: Freshman music major or consent of instructor)
Elementary fundamentals of piano. Students develop functional keyboard skills of sight-reading, harmonization, accompanying, transposition, and improvisation. Required of all non-keyboard majors who have little or no training in piano. (107 Fall; 108 Spring)
109-110. Intermediate Piano Class (1 each sem) (Prereq: MUSC 107-108 or consent of the instructor)
Intermediate fundamentals of piano. Students continue to develop functional keyboard skills of sight reading, harmonization, accompanying, transposition, and improvisation. Required of all music majors. (109 Fall; 110 Spring)
115. Guitar Class (1)
Introduction to the basic skills of guitar playing with emphasis on demonstration and accompaniment techniques. Commonly used chords and chord progressions and a variety of strumming and finger-style accompaniment patterns will be studied.
150. Introduction to Music I (2)
An introduction to the study of music in all its aspects. The course is a combination of music appreciation, musical aesthetics, music history, and a study of performance practices and includes a variety of listening, studying, and thinking experiences. Students will begin the process of musical analysis—rhythm, melody, harmony, form, and texture—and will explore the various dimensions of musical organization and musical meaning. (Fall)
151. Introduction to Music II (2) (Prereq: MUSC 150)
A continuation of Music 150.
173-174. Voice Class (l each sem) (May not be repeated)
Group instruction in the rudiments of singing, including tone production, quality, breath control, vowel placement, and diction. Open to all students interested in the art of singing. (173 Fall; 174 Spring)
175. Singers Diction: Italian and English (1) (Prereq: Student must be able to read music; open to voice, instrumental, or music education majors)
Accurate pronunciation and clear articulation in Italian and English vocal literature using the International Phonetic Alphabet. (Fall)
176. Singer’s Diction: Latin, French, and German (1) (Prereq: MUSC 175)
Accurate pronunciation and clear articulation in Latin, French, and German vocal literature using the International Phonetic Alphabet. (Spring)
177. Opera and Music Theatre Workshop (1) (Prereq: MUSC 173-174 or applied voice lessons; may be repeated)
A laboratory for the study and performance of musical excerpts from opera and musical theatre.
199. Recital Attendance (0)
Required of all music majors and minors every semester. A mark of “S” or “U” is given dependent upon fulfillment of attendance at designated performance events.
201. Intermediate Harmony I (3) (Prereq: MUSC 104)
Part-writing and analysis with applied harmonies and modulations. Model compositions in the style of Baroque chorales and Classical binary forms.
201L. Intermediate Eartraining/ Sightsinging I (1)
Sight reading; melodic and harmonic dictation with diatonic and applied harmonies; and aural identification of simple forms (binary, ternary).
202. Intermediate Harmony II (3) (Prereq: MUSC 201)
Part-writing and analysis with 19th century chromatic harmonies. Model compositions in the style of Romantic composers.
202L. Intermediate Eartraining/ Sightsinging II (1)
Sight reading; melodic and harmonic dictation with chromatic harmonies and modal mixture; and aural identification of larger forms (sonata, rondo, ternary).
203. Accompanying I (0.5) (Prereq: Consent of instructor)
Repertoire for piano with voice or instrument will be studied. Strongly recommended for all keyboard majors. (Fall)
204. Accompanying II (.05) (Prereq: MUSC 203)
The practical application of skills studied in MUSC 203. Emphasis will be placed on preparation and performance of secular and sacred music in a variety of venues. (Spring)
209. Functional Skills for Keyboard Majors (1) (Prereq: MUSC 103 and 104; for keyboard majors only)
Designed for keyboard music majors to develop their functional keyboard skills. (Fall)
212. Music of the World’s Culture (3)
A survey of music in relation to its cultural context, covering selected topics in music and culture outside the European art music tradition, including European and American folk music and African, North and South American, and Asian music. Focus will be on developing skills in listening and analysis and on understanding differences and similarities between the musical systems and expressions of various peoples. (Spring)
221. Introduction to Music Technology (3) (Prereq: none but keyboard experience is helpful)
An introduction to the physics of sound, musical synthesis, MIDI, sequencing, and computer applications in music engraving and multimedia. This course is designed to provide hands-on experience with synthesizers and the world of music and the Macintosh computer.
258. Special Topics (1-6). See page 37 in Book of Majors.
303. Counterpoint (3) (Prereq: MUSC 202)
A study of countrapuntal music and techniques from the 15th century through the High Renaissance style of Palestrina and his contemporaries, to the Baroque styles of J. S. Bach and his contemporaries, and into the Romantic era (with special emphasis on Beethoven) along with an exploration of contrapuntal techniques in the music of the 20th century. (Spring, alternate years)
304. Church Music Administration I (3)
Administrative, organizational, and methodological issues in the practice of sacred music in the local church or parish. (Fall or Spring, alternate years)
305. Church Music Administration II (3)
A continuation of Church Music Administration I, focusing on the musical aspects of worship planning and history in reformed and liturgical traditions. (Spring, alternate years)
307. Music for Teachers (3)
A course designed to provide early education and elementary school specialists with specific musical skills and materials. Integration of music into the general classroom is the ultimate goal of the class.
309. Conducting I (2) (Prereq: MUSC 103-103L)
A practical course in basic techniques of conducting instrumental ensembles. Course content includes the study of beat patterns, baton technique, and analysis. Includes conducting practice. (Fall)
310. Conducting II (2) (Prereq: MUSC 104-104L)
A practical course in the basic technique of conducting choral ensembles. Course content includes the study of beat patterns, conducting techniques, rehearsal procedures, program building and organization of choral groups, arranging, and stylistic and formal analysis. Includes conducting experience. (Spring)
312. Advanced Music Literature (3) (Prereq: Consent of instructor)
Study and analysis of designated topics of music history. Topics to be announced. (On demand)
316. Service Playing (1) (Prereq: Organ students with three semesters of organ or by consent of instructor)
A course for organists to learn the techniques of service accompaniment and conducting from the console. (On demand)
318. Organ Design and Literature (2)
An investigation of the design of and literature for pipe organs. (On demand)
330. Materials and Methods: Elementary- Middle School (3)
This course involves the study of philosophy, methodology, and planning inherent in the teaching of grades K-8. Students are introduced to Kodaly, Orff, Suzuki, and other pedagogical systems in order to prepare to teach in the eclectic environment of the American music classroom. State-adopted texts in music are used and the student is exposed to a wide variety of resources available in lesson and curriculum planning. Students write and execute lesson plans and are introduced to and required to use instruments common to the public school classroom: piano, guitar, recorder, and autoharp.
331. Materials and Methods: Middle School- High School (3)
This course involves the study of philosophy, methodology, and planning inherent in the teaching of grades 6-12. Students study the application of the major pedagogical systems to middle school and high school music. Specific and intense consideration is given to the direction and leadership of music ensembles. Students write and execute lesson plans, are introduced to and required to use instruments common to the public school classroom, and use materials and resources that reflect a multicultural and global perspective.
340. Ancient, Medieval, and Renaissance Music (3)
The history, analysis, and aesthetics of composers, styles and techniques from antiquity-1600 will be explored.
341. Baroque Music (3)
The history, analysis, and aesthetics of composers, styles, and techniques from 1600-1750.
343. Survey of Sacred Music (3)
The history of sacred music with emphasis on liturgies, hymns, sacred song, psalmody, and contemporary trends and issues. (Fall or Spring, alternate years)
349. Fundamentals of Piano Pedagogy I (2)
A study of current trends in piano pedagogy, including the development of teaching philosophies leading to successful private studio teaching. (Fall)
349L. Piano Pedagogy Practicum I (1) (Coreq: MUSC 349)
This course includes the development and use of weekly lesson plans, personal teaching philosophies, and proper methodologies for teaching elementary through early intermediate students.
350. Fundamentals of Piano Pedagogy II (2)
A continuation of Piano Pedagogy I, this course also provides teaching models leading to actual instructional situations. (Spring)
350L. Piano Pedagogy Practicum II (1) (Coreq: MUSC 350)
A continuation of Piano Pedagogy I focusing on intermediate to advance students.
351. Piano Literature (3)
A survey of literature from the Late Renaissance to the present with an emphasis on historical performance practice will be examined. (On demand)
360. History and Literature of Music I: Antiquity to 1750 (3) (Prereq: MUSC 150 and 151)
The development of music from antiquity through the end of the Baroque with an emphasis on historical perspectives and theoretical concepts will be explored. (Fall)
361: History and Literature of Music II: 1750 to Present (3) (Prereq: MUSC 360)
Perspectives and concepts introduced in MUSC 360 continue to be developed from the Classical through the Contemporary periods. (Spring)
397. Half Recital (0.5) (Consent of instructor)
Enrollment is concurrent with the appropriate private applied lessons. Students must perform a recital pre-hearing for designated members of the music faculty no more than four weeks and no less than ten days prior to the recital for approval of public performance. Copies of the recital program and a recording are placed into the student portfolio.
398. Honors Research (3-6). See page 44.
Available for students during the junior and senior years with approval of the departmental faculty. Students with a 3.20 GPA in all courses and a 3.40 GPA in major courses may undertake an honors research program. Oral, written, and musical presentations of the results of the project will be required. Students who successfully complete the departmental honors research program will graduate with honors in the major discipline. (Fall or Spring, or Fall and Spring)
400. Classic and Romantic Music (3)
The history, analysis, and aesthetics of composers, styles, and techniques from 1750-1900. 401. Twentieth Century Music (3) The history, analysis, and aesthetics of composers, styles, and techniques of the 20th century.
402. Orchestration and Arranging (3) (Prereq: MUSC 103, 104, 201, and 202)
Investigation and application of techniques for the use of voices and instruments in composition and arranging.
404. Hymnology (3)
A survey of the history of the hymn as primarily manifested through its practice in congregational song. (Fall, alternate years)
410. Form and Analysis (3) (Prereq: MUSC 201 and 202)
Patterns and processes in music with an examination of prominent musical forms using specific musical examples of each as subject for analysis. Analysis will be performed visually using musical scores and aurally using musical recordings and live performances. (Fall)
442. Directed Studies (3-6). See page 36.
444. Internships. See page 37.
446. Readings. See page 37.
448. Research. See page 37.
450. Seminar. See page 37.
452. Special Projects. See page 37.
458. Special Topics. See page 37.
497. Full Recital (1) (Consent of instructor)
This course serves as the vehicle for the senior recital, part of the Department of Music process of tracking a student’s performance progress. Enrollment is concurrent with the appropriate private applied lessons. Students must perform a recital pre-hearing for designated members of the music faculty no more than four weeks and no less than ten days prior to the recital in order to receive permission for public performance. Copies of the recital program and a recording are placed into the student portfolio.
Applied Music (MUSA)
Applied music lessons in brass, guitar, hammered dulcimer, harpsichord, organ, percussion, piano, strings, woodwinds, and voice are available through the Department of Music. See the College Cost and Student Aid section of the catalog for information regarding special fees for applied music lessons.
100. Applied Elective Lessons (0.5)
Half-hour lesson per week. Open each semester to all college students.
110. Applied Elective Lessons (1)
One-hour lesson per week. Open each semester to all college students.
171-172. Applied Music Major--Primary Instrument (1 each sem)
One-hour lesson per week with a minimum of ten hours of practice taken during the first and second semesters of collegiate study in this instrument/ voice. Designed for music majors but music minors and non-music majors may study at this level with consent of instructor.
271-272. Applied Music Major--Primary Instrument (1 each sem)
One-hour lesson per week with a minimum of ten hours of practice taken during the third and fourth semesters of collegiate study in this instrument/voice. Designed for music majors but music minors and non-music majors may study at this level with consent of instructor.
371-372. Applied Music Major--Primary Instrument (1 each sem)
One-hour lesson per week with a minimum of ten hours of practice taken during the fifth and sixth semesters of collegiate study in this instrument/ voice. Designed for music majors but music minors and non-music majors may study at this level with consent of instructor.
381-382. Applied Music Performance-- Primary Instrument (1 each sem)
One-hour lesson per week with a minimum of twelve hours of practice taken during the fifth and sixth semesters of collegiate study in this instrument/voice. For advanced music majors only. Consent of instructor required.
470. Composition (1) (Consent of instructor)
One-hour lesson per week in applied composition.
471-472. Applied Music Major--Primary Instrument (1 each sem)
One-hour lesson per week with a minimum of ten hours of practice taken during the seventh and eighth semesters of collegiate study in this instrument/voice. Designed for music majors but music minors and non-music majors may study at this level with consent of instructor.
481-482. Applied Music Performance-- Primary Instrument (1 each sem)
One-hour lesson per week with a minimum of twelve hours of practice taken during the seventh and eighth semesters of collegiate study in this instrument/voice. For advanced music majors only. Consent of instructor required.
Music Ensembles (MUSE)
260. PC Ringers (0.5) (Prereq: Consent of instructor)
This course is the academic vehicle for the training of handbell ringing. Its purpose is to train talented students to serve as performers and directors of handbell choirs in school, church, and community settings through ringing experiences in advanced literature.
265. PCBhJazz (0.5) (Prereq: Consent of instructor required)
The study of jazz in its many and varied forms is the subject of this course. Literature will be eclectic and include New Orleans Dixieland, Chicago Dixieland, Swing, Bebop, Coo, Hard Bop, Third Stream, Free Jazz, and Jazz Rock Fusion.
271. Cantare! Men’s Choir (0.5)
Open to all PC male students.
276. Armonia! Women’s Chorus (0.5)
Open to all PC female students.
290. The PC Choir (1 each sem) (Prereq: consent of instructor)
A highly selective choral ensemble established for the study of sacred and secular choral literature. Open each semester to all students in the college by audition. The choir presents on- and off-campus concerts each term.
291. Chapel Choir (0.5)
A mixed chorus open to all students to study and perform a variety of choral literature. All performances are on-campus.
293. PC Wind Ensemble (1)
A laboratory for the study and performance of the best literature for wind ensemble/symphonic band. Membership is open to all students by audition and/or interview.
294. PC Chamber Orchestra (1.0/0.5)
A college chamber orchestra that rehearses and performs compositions of different style periods written for string orchestra. Membership is open to all students who play a string instrument.
295. PC Blue Thunder Pep Band (0.5)
Performs at home football, basketball, and playoff games. Music is primarily pop, jazz, and rock arrangements. Open each semester to all students who play a band instrument.
296. Chamber Music Ensemble (0.5)
Laboratories in chamber music performance and study. All students who perform satisfactorily and independently on their instruments are eligible and accepted, to the limits of usable standard instrumentations. Performances for each group are required.
297. Chamber Choir (0.5)
The chamber choir offers qualified students a choral laboratory and musical experience for advanced vocalists. Members of the chamber choir are chosen annually by competitive audition. The ensemble’s repertoire depends upon performance demands but is always eclectic.
298. Student Fellowship Choir (0.5)
Laboratory for the study and performance of traditional and contemporary African-American music. Open each semester to all students.
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