02212/Music
| Section 01 is for classical and Section 02 is for jazz. All Concentration and Major lessons for instrumental, piano and voice are open to MUSIC MAJORS ONLY. Non-Music majors must receive approval from the appropriate Department Chair before registering for any music courses. EXCEPTION: Courses specifically indicated for Non-Music majors. |
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1000. Recital/Concert Credit (Formerly: MUSIC 0363.) College recital and concert attendance requirement.
1201. Voice Concentration (2 s.h.) F S. $. (Formerly: MUSIC 0013.) Weekly private lesson and voice class with major teacher. Recital, partial or full, only with recommendation of voice faculty.
1202. Voice Concentration (2 s.h.) F S. $. (Formerly: MUSIC 0014.) Prerequisite: Music 1201 (0013).
Weekly private lesson and voice class with major teacher. Recital, partial or full, only with recommendation of voice faculty.
1203. Voice Major (3 s.h.) F S. $. (Formerly: MUSIC 0015.) Prerequisite: Open only to candidates for a Bachelor of Music, performance major.
Weekly private lesson and voice class with major teacher. Recital, partial or full, only with recommendation of voice faculty.
1204. Voice Major (3 s.h.) F S. $. (Formerly: MUSIC 0016.) Prerequisite: Music 1203 (0015). Open only to candidates for a Bachelor of Music, performance major.
Weekly private lesson and voice class with major teacher. Recital, partial or full, only with recommendation of voice faculty.
1211. Voice Class (1 s.h.) F S. (Formerly: MUSIC 0011.) Voice class for music majors as specified for curriculum. Note: Class meets two hours per week.
1212. Voice Class (1 s.h.) F S. (Formerly: MUSIC 0012.) Prerequisite: Music 1211 (0011).
Voice class for music majors as specified for curriculum. Note: Class meets two hours per week.
1223. Class Voice (1 s.h.) F. (Formerly: MUSIC 0023.) Voice class for non-music majors. Note: Class meets two hours per week.
1224. Class Voice (1 s.h.) S. (Formerly: MUSIC 0024.) Prerequisite: Music 1223 (0023).
Voice class for non-music majors. Note: Class meets two hours per week.
1225. English Diction (1 s.h.) F S. (Formerly: MUSIC 0025.) Diction for singing in the English language. Introduction to the International Phonetic Alphabet. Note: Singing is required.
1256. Private Voice for Non-Music Majors (1 s.h.) F S. $. (Formerly: MUSIC 0056.) Prerequisite: Special authorization required.
Individual half-hour private lesson for students outside the College of Music who have reached at least an intermediate level of achievement. Note: Section 001 - Classical only; Section 002 - Jazz only. Additional fee required.
1257. Private Voice for Non-Music Majors (1 s.h.) F S. $. (Formerly: MUSIC 0057.) Prerequisite: Music 1256 (0056) and special authorization required.
Individual half-hour private lesson for students outside the College of Music who have reached at least an intermediate level of achievement. Note: Section 001 - Classical only; Section 002 - Jazz only. Additional fee required.
1258. Private Voice for Non-Music Majors (1 s.h.) F S. $. (Formerly: MUSIC 0058.) Prerequisite: Music 1257 (0057) and special authorization required.
Individual half-hour private lesson for students outside the College of Music who have reached at least an intermediate level of achievement. Note: Section 001 - Classical only; Section 002 - Jazz only Additional fee required.
1259. Private Voice for Non-Music Majors (1 s.h.) F S. $. (Formerly: MUSIC 0059.) Prerequisite: Music 1258 (0058) and special authorization required.
Individual half-hour private lesson for students outside the College of Music who have reached at least an intermediate level of achievement. Note: Section 001 - Classical only; Section 002 - Jazz only. Additional fee required.
1401. Piano Concentration (2 s.h.) F S. $. (Formerly: MUSIC 0007.) Weekly private lesson and regularly scheduled master classes with major teacher. With instructor’s permission, student may present either half or full senior recital.
1402. Piano Concentration (2 s.h.) F S. $. (Formerly: MUSIC 0008.) Prerequisite: Music 1401 (0007).
Weekly private lesson and regularly scheduled master classes with major teacher. With instructor’s permission, student may present either half or full senior recital.
1403. Piano Major (4 s.h.) F S. $. (Formerly: MUSIC 0009.) Prerequisite: Open only to candidates for a Bachelor of Music, performance major.
Weekly private lesson and regularly scheduled master classes with major teacher. Culminates in full recital during final semester of study.
1404. Piano Major (4 s.h.) F S. $. (Formerly: MUSIC 0010.) Prerequisite: Music 1403 (0009). Open only to candidates for a Bachelor of Music, performance major.
Weekly private lesson and regularly scheduled master classes with major teacher. Culminates in full recital during final semester of study.
1405. Secondary Piano for Music Majors (1 s.h.) F S. (Formerly: MUSIC 0005.) Fulfills piano requirements for students in programs of study other than piano major or piano concentration.
1406. Secondary Piano for Music Majors (1 s.h.) F S. (Formerly: MUSIC 0006.) Prerequisite: Music 1405 (0005).
Fulfills piano requirements for students in programs of study other than piano major or piano concentration.
1407. Piano for Non-Music Majors I (1 s.h.) F S. (Formerly: MUSIC 0030.) For the beginner. Instruction in groups (piano laboratory). Chords, transposition, sight reading, improvisation, elementary jazz, ensemble playing.
1408. Piano for Non-Music Majors II (1 s.h.) F S. (Formerly: MUSIC 0031.) Prerequisite: Music 1407 (0030) or equivalent.
A sequel to Music 1407 (0030) with increased emphasis on playing by ear, development of technique, repertoire, improvisation, and ensemble playing.
1411. Private Piano for Non-Music Majors (1 s.h.) F S. $. (Formerly: MUSIC 0036.) Individual half-hour private lesson for students outside the College of Music who have reached at least an intermediate level of achievement. Note: Lab fee required.
1412. Private Piano for Non-Music Majors (1 s.h.) F S. $. (Formerly: MUSIC 0037.) Prerequisite: Music 1411 (0036).
Individual half-hour private lesson for students outside the College of Music who have reached at least an intermediate level of achievement. Note: Lab fee required.
1415. Introduction to Piano Pedagogy (2 s.h.) S. (Formerly: MUSIC 0041.) A general survey course. Key practical and pedagogical aspects of the piano teaching profession.
1428. Accompanying and Piano Ensemble (1 s.h.) F S. (Formerly: MUSIC 0028.) Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
Training in both vocal and instrumental accompanying; two-piano and four-hand repertory. Senior piano majors should accompany two recitals per semester. Note: This class is for all applied piano majors.
1429. Accompanying and Piano Ensemble (1 s.h.) F S. (Formerly: MUSIC 0029.) Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
Training in both vocal and instrumental accompanying, two-piano and four-hand repertory. Senior piano majors should accompany two recitals per semester. Note: This class is for all applied piano majors.
1501. Instrumental Concentration (2 s.h.) F S. $. (Formerly: MUSIC 0001.) Weekly instrumental private lesson with major teacher.
1502. Instrumental Concentration (2 s.h.) F S. $. (Formerly: MUSIC 0002.) Prerequisite: Music 1501 (0001).
Weekly instrumental private lesson with major teacher.
1503. Instrumental Major (4 s.h.) F S. $. (Formerly: MUSIC 0003.) Prerequisite: Open only to candidates for a Bachelor of Music degree with a major in instrumental performance.
Weekly instrumental private lesson with major teacher.
1504. Instrumental Major (4 s.h.) F S. $. (Formerly: MUSIC 0004.) Prerequisite: Music 1503 (0003). Open only to candidates for a Bachelor of Music degree with a major in instrumental performance.
Weekly instrumental private lesson with major teacher.
2201. Voice Concentration (2 s.h.) F S. $. (Formerly: MUSIC 0113.) Prerequisite: Music 1202 (0014).
Weekly private lesson and voice class with major teacher. Recital, partial or full, only with recommendation of voice faculty.
2202. Voice Concentration (2 s.h.) F S. $. (Formerly: MUSIC 0114.) Prerequisite: Music 2201 (0113).
Weekly private lesson and voice class with major teacher. Recital, partial or full, only with recommendation of voice faculty.
2203. Voice Major (3 s.h.) F S. $. (Formerly: MUSIC 0115.) Prerequisite: Music 1204 (0016). Open only to candidates for a Bachelor of Music, performance major.
Weekly private lesson and voice class with major teacher. Recital, partial or full, only with recommendation of voice faculty.
2204. Voice Major (3 s.h.) F S. $. (Formerly: MUSIC 0116.) Prerequisite: Music 2203 (0115). Open only to candidates for a Bachelor of Music, performance major.
Weekly private lesson and voice class with major teacher. Recital, partial or full, only with recommendation of voice faculty.
2211. Voice Class (1 s.h.) F S. (Formerly: MUSIC 0111.) Prerequisite: Music 1211 (0011) and Music 1212 (0012).
Voice class for music majors as specified for curriculum. Note: Class meets two hours per week.
2212. Voice Class (1 s.h.) F S. (Formerly: MUSIC 0112.) Prerequisite: Music 1211 (0011), Music 1212 (0012) and Music 2211 (0111).
Voice class for music majors as specified for curriculum. Note: Class meets two hours per week.
2323. Basic Conducting (1 s.h.) F S. (Formerly: MUSIC 0123.) Prerequisite: Music Studies 1711 (C143) and Music Studies 1742 (0042), or equivalent; approval of instructor required.
Fundamentals of conducting technique for both choral and instrumental organizations; musical terminology; basic conducting patterns, etc. Note: Although the conducting course sequence [Music 2323 (0123), Music 2324 (0124), Music 4323 (0330)] is intended primarily for music majors, it is possible for other students to enroll if they have evidence of a background in music theory. Non-music majors must obtain permission from the instructor before they register for a conducting class.
2324. Conducting Intermediate (1 s.h.) F S. (Formerly: MUSIC 0124.) Prerequisite: Music 2323 (0123).
Further development of conducting techniques including irregular and changing meters; involvement with more complex scores emphasizing interpretive conducting and stylistic awareness.
2401. Piano Concentration (2 s.h.) F S. $. (Formerly: MUSIC 0107.) Prerequisite: Music 1402 (0008).
Weekly private lesson and regularly scheduled master classes with major teacher. With instructor’s permission, student may present either half or full senior recital.
2402. Piano Concentration (2 s.h.) F S. $. (Formerly: MUSIC 0108.) Prerequisite: Music 2401 (0107).
Weekly private lesson and regularly scheduled master classes with major teacher. With instructor’s permission, student may present either half or full senior recital.
2403. Piano Major (4 s.h.) F S. $. (Formerly: MUSIC 0109.) Prerequisite: Music 1404 (0010). Open only to candidates for a Bachelor of Music, performance major.
Weekly private lesson and regularly scheduled master classes with major teacher. Culminates in full recital during final semester of study.
2404. Piano Major (4 s.h.) F S. $. (Formerly: MUSIC 0110.) Prerequisite: Music 2403 (0109). Open only to candidates for a Bachelor of Music, performance major.
Weekly private lesson and regularly scheduled master classes with major teacher. Culminates in full recital during final semester of study.
2405. Secondary Piano for Music Majors (1 s.h.) F S. (Formerly: MUSIC 0105.) Prerequisite: Music 1406 (0006).
Fulfills piano requirements for students in programs of study other than piano major or piano concentration.
2406. Secondary Piano for Music Majors (1 s.h.) F S. (Formerly: MUSIC 0106.) Prerequisite: Music 2405 (0105).
Fulfills piano requirements for students in programs of study other than piano major or piano concentration.
2407. Piano for Non-Music Majors III (1 s.h.) F S. (Formerly: MUSIC 0032.) Prerequisite: Music 1407 (0030) and Music 1408 (0031).
A continuation of class piano study in small groups.
2408. Piano for Non-Music Majors IV (1 s.h.) S. (Formerly: MUSIC 0033.) Prerequisite: Music 1407 (0030), Music 1408 (0031), and Music 2407 (0032).
A continuation of class piano study in small groups.
2411. Private Piano for Non-Music Majors (1 s.h.) F S. $. (Formerly: MUSIC 0038.) Prerequisite: Music 1411 (0036) and Music 1412 (0037).
Individual half-hour private lesson for students outside the College of Music who have reached at least an intermediate level of achievement. Note: Lab fee required.
2412. Private Piano for Non-Music Majors (1 s.h.) F S. $. (Formerly: MUSIC 0039.) Prerequisite: Music 1411 (0036), Music 1412 (0037) and Music 2411 (0038).
Individual half-hour private lesson for students outside the College of Music who have reached at least an intermediate level of achievement. Note: Lab fee required.
2415. Pedagogy of Technique (2 s.h.) F. (Formerly: MUSIC 0145.) Various technical approaches developed since the 18th century. Pedagogical schools will be examined and students will have an opportunity to test their abilities through the actual teaching of technique to peers.
2416. Creative Activities for the Piano Teacher (2 s.h.) F S. (Formerly: MUSIC 0146.) Objectives include the encouragement of keyboard exploration at various levels of development through a multitude of musical activities and games, devised by the members of the class; translation from theory to practical procedures.
2500. Collegiate Band Lesson (1 s.h.) S. (Formerly: MUSIC 0189.) Prerequisite: By permission of Conductor of Collegiate Band. Based on audition and subject to teacher availability. Students must have performed in Temple Marching Band during preceding fall semester.
Co-Requisite: Successful audition, registration, and performance in Collegiate Band [Music 3500 (0389)].
Supplemental instruction for non-music major, Collegiate Band participants.
2501. Instrumental Concentration (2 s.h.) F S. $. (Formerly: MUSIC 0101.) Prerequisite: Music 1502 (0002).
Weekly instrumental private lesson with major teacher.
2502. Instrumental Concentration (2 s.h.) F S. $. (Formerly: MUSIC 0102.) Prerequisite: Music 2501 (0101).
Weekly instrumental private lesson with major teacher.
2503. Instrumental Major (4 s.h.) F S. $. (Formerly: MUSIC 0103.) Prerequisite: Music 1504 (0004). Open only to candidates for a Bachelor of Music degree with a major in instrumental performance.
Weekly instrumental private lesson with major teacher.
2504. Instrumental Major (4 s.h.) F S. $. (Formerly: MUSIC 0104.) Prerequisite: Music 2503 (0103). Open only to candidates for a Bachelor of Music degree with a major in instrumental performance.
Weekly private lesson with major teacher.
3100. Small Jazz Ensemble (1 s.h.) F S. (Formerly: MUSIC 0183.) Prerequisite: By audition only.
Various workshops may be offered focusing on rhythm sections, brass, saxophone, guitar, percussion, bass, and vocalizing.
3110. Large Jazz Ensemble (1 s.h.) F S. (Formerly: MUSIC 0184.) Prerequisite: By audition only.
Emphasis on reading and stylization. Arrangements are used. Note: Weekly rehearsals.
3201. Voice Concentration (2 s.h.) F S. $. (Formerly: MUSIC 0213.) Prerequisite: Music 2202 (0114).
Weekly private lesson and voice class with major teacher. Recital, partial or full, only with recommendation of voice faculty.
3202. Voice Concentration (2 s.h.) F S. $. (Formerly: MUSIC 0214.) Prerequisite: Music 3201 (0213).
Weekly private lesson and voice class with major teacher. Recital, partial or full, only with recommendation of voice faculty.
3203. Voice Major (3 s.h.) F S. $. (Formerly: MUSIC 0215.) Prerequisite: Music 2204 (0116). Open only to candidates for a Bachelor of Music, performance major.
Weekly private lesson and voice class with major teacher. Recital, partial or full, only with recommendation of voice faculty.
3204. Voice Major (3 s.h.) F S. $. (Formerly: MUSIC 0216.) Prerequisite: Music 3203 (0215). Open only to candidates for a Bachelor of Music, performance major.
Weekly private lesson and voice class with major teacher. Recital, partial or full, only with recommendation of voice faculty.
3251. Applied Lesson - Vocal (2 to 4 s.h.) F S. $. (Formerly: MUSIC 0251.) Prerequisite: Special authorization required.
Additional applied voice lesson for music students. Note: Additional private lesson fee.
3267. Vocal Repertoire (2 s.h.) F. (Formerly: MUSIC 0267.) Prerequisite: Open only to candidates for Bachelor of Music, vocal major.
A survey of solo vocal literature of various periods and styles. Performance and analysis.
3268. Vocal Repertoire (2 s.h.) S. (Formerly: MUSIC 0268.) Prerequisite: Open only to candidates for Bachelor of Music, vocal major.
A survey of solo vocal literature of various periods and styles. Performance and analysis.
3300. Choral Ensemble (0 or 1 s.h.) F S. (Formerly: MUSIC 0279.) Performance of standard choral literature. At least one public performance per semester. Note: This ensemble is available to any undergraduate or graduate student enrolled in the University.
3401. Piano Concentration (2 s.h.) F S. $. (Formerly: MUSIC 0207.) Prerequisite: Music 2402 (0108).
Weekly private lesson and regularly scheduled master classes with major teacher. With instructor’s permission, student may present either half or full senior recital.
3402. Piano Concentration (2 s.h.) F S. $. (Formerly: MUSIC 0208.) Prerequisite: Music 3401 (0207).
Weekly private lesson and regularly scheduled master classes with major teacher. With instructor’s permission, student may present either half or full senior recital.
3403. Piano Major (4 s.h.) F S. $. (Formerly: MUSIC 0209.) Prerequisite: Music 2404 (0110). Open only to candidates for a Bachelor of Music, performance major.
Weekly private lesson and regularly scheduled master classes with major teacher. Culminates in full recital during final semester of study.
3404. Piano Major (4 s.h.) F S. $. (Formerly: MUSIC 0210.) Prerequisite: Music 3403 (0209). Open only to candidates for a Bachelor of Music, performance major.
Weekly private lesson and regularly scheduled master classes with major teacher. Culminates in full recital during final semester of study.
3405. Secondary Piano for Music Majors (1 s.h.) F S. (Formerly: MUSIC 0205.) Prerequisite: Music 2406 (0106).
Fulfills piano requirements for students in programs of study other than piano major or piano concentration.
3406. Secondary Piano for Music Majors (1 s.h.) F S. (Formerly: MUSIC 0206.) Prerequisite: Music 3405 (0205).
Fulfills piano requirements for students in programs of study other than piano major or piano concentration.
3415. Pedagogy of Children (2 s.h.) F S. (Formerly: MUSIC 0247.) A survey of available teaching methods and pedagogical approaches to be used with children in individual or group instruction, including an introduction to the basic Suzuki philosophy.
3416. Pedagogy of the College Non-Music Major (2 s.h.) F S. (Formerly: MUSIC 0249.) Designed to prepare pianists to teach college students who are not music majors, either in groups or privately, by providing them with methods and materials of instruction, and understanding of group dynamics, and techniques for eliciting creative activities. Note: One hour practice teaching required.
3421. Suzuki for Pianists (2 s.h.) F S. (Formerly: MUSIC 0244.) For experienced piano teachers as well as college-level piano students seeking in-depth knowledge of the Suzuki method.
3422. Keyboard Literature (3 s.h.) F S. (Formerly: MUSIC 0265.) Prerequisite: Open only to candidates for a Bachelor of Music, piano major. Permission of instructor required.
A survey of keyboard literature of various periods and styles. Performance and analysis.
3423. Keyboard Literature (3 s.h.) F S. (Formerly: MUSIC 0266.) Prerequisite: Open only to candidates for Bachelor of Music, piano major. Permission of instructor required.
A survey of keyboard literature of various periods and styles. Performance and analysis.
3451. Applied Lesson - Keyboard (2 to 4 s.h.) F S. $. (Formerly: MUSIC 0252.) Prerequisite: Special authorization required.
Additional applied keyboard lesson for music students. Note: Additional private lesson fee.
3500. Collegiate Band (0 to 1 s.h.) S. (Formerly: MUSIC 0389.) Prerequisite: By audition only.
Performance in all-University concert band.
3501. Instrumental Concentration (2 s.h.) F S. $. (Formerly: MUSIC 0201.) Prerequisite: Music 2502 (0102).
Weekly instrumental private lesson with major teacher.
3502. Instrumental Concentration (2 s.h.) F S. $. (Formerly: MUSIC 0202.) Prerequisite: Music 3501 (0201).
Weekly instrumental private lesson with major teacher.
3503. Instrumental Major (4 s.h.) F S. $. (Formerly: MUSIC 0203.) Prerequisite: Music 2504 (0104). Open only to candidates for a Bachelor of Music degree with a major in instrumental performance.
Weekly instrumental private lesson with major teacher.
3504. Instrumental Major (4 s.h.) F S. $. (Formerly: MUSIC 0204.) Prerequisite: Music 3503 (0203). Open only to candidates for a Bachelor of Music degree with a major in instrumental performance.
Weekly instrumental private lesson with major teacher.
3510. Marching Band (0 or 1 s.h.) F. (Formerly: MUSIC 0376.) Prerequisite: By audition only.
Performance in Temple University Marching Band at home university football games, select away trips, and other special events. Note: Attendance at pre-season band camp one week prior to the beginning of classes is required.
3551. Applied Lesson - Instrumental (2 to 4 s.h.) F S. $. (Formerly: MUSIC 0250.) Prerequisite: By advisement and permission of department chair.
Additional applied instrumental lessons for music students. Note: Additional private lesson fee.
3561. Multi-percussion in Orchestra (1 to 2 s.h.) S. (Formerly: MUSIC 0272.) Prerequisite: For percussion majors or by permission.
Course will enable students to develop the complex skills necessary to perform multi-percussion and drum set parts in the symphony orchestra.
3582. Independent Study (1 to 4 s.h.) F S. (Formerly: MUSIC 0391.) Prerequisite: Special course authorization.
The area of concentration may be selected by the student with the approval of his or her supervising teacher and the Associate Dean.
4201. Voice Concentration (2 s.h.) F S. $. (Formerly: MUSIC 0313.) Prerequisite: Music 3202 (0214).
Weekly private lesson and voice class with major teacher. Recital, partial or full, only with recommendation of voice faculty.
4202. Voice Concentration (2 s.h.) F S. $. (Formerly: MUSIC 0314.) Prerequisite: Music 4201 (0313).
Weekly private lesson and voice class with major teacher. Recital, partial or full, only with recommendation of voice faculty.
4203. Voice Major (3 s.h.) F S. $. (Formerly: MUSIC 0315.) Prerequisite: Music 3204 (0216). Open only to candidates for a Bachelor of Music, performance major.
Weekly private lesson and voice class with major teacher. Recital, partial or full, only with recommendation of voice faculty.
4223. Vocal Coaching (1 s.h.) F S. $. (Formerly: MUSIC 0323.) Emphasis on style, diction, phrasing, and performance traditions. Preparation for senior recital. Note: Open only to Voice Majors. One hour per week.
4224. Vocal Coaching (1 s.h.) F S. $. (Formerly: MUSIC 0324.) Emphasis on style, diction, phrasing, and performance traditions. Preparation for senior recital. Note: Open only to Voice Majors. One hour per week.
4225. Vocal Pedagogy (2 s.h.) S. (Formerly: MUSIC 0327.) Prerequisite: Advanced vocal study.
Basic principles and techniques of training the solo voice. Note: Open only to Voice Majors.
4226. Diction Skills (1 s.h.) F. (Formerly: MUSIC 0332.) Study of the phonetic rules and sounds of the classical pronunciations of Italian and French as found in Art Song and Opera. The International Phonetic Alphabet is utilized. Note: Singing is required.
4227. Diction Skills (1 s.h.) S. (Formerly: MUSIC 0333.) Prerequisite: Music 4226 (0332).
Study of the phonetic rules and sounds of the classical pronunciations of French, Latin and German as found in Art Song and Opera. The International Phonetic Alphabet is utilized. Note: Singing is required.
4228. Opera Workshop (3 s.h.) F S. (Formerly: MUSIC 0334.) Prerequisite: By audition only.
Opera Workshop is designed to give singers the opportunity to develop and refine singing/acting skills through the study of operatic literature. Note: Open only to Voice Majors.
4229. Opera Workshop (2 s.h.) F S. (Formerly: MUSIC 0335.) Prerequisite: Music 4228 (0334).
Opera Workshop is designed to give singers the opportunity to develop and refine singing/acting skills through the study of operatic literature. Note: Open only to Voice Majors.
4258. Performing Musical Theater (2 s.h.) F S. (Formerly: MUSIC 0358.) Prerequisite: By audition only.
Music Theater Performance Class offers the student the opportunity to develop and refine singing/acting skills through the preparation and presentation of solos, duets, ensembles and dialogues from American Music Theater repertoire.
4284. Voice Major (3 s.h.) F S. $. (Formerly: MUSIC 0316.) Prerequisite: Music 4203 (0315). Open only to candidates for a Bachelor of Music, performance major.
Weekly private lesson and voice class with major teacher. Recital, partial or full, only with recommendation of voice faculty.
4300. Concert Choir (0 to 1 s.h.) F S. (Formerly: MUSIC 0380.) Prerequisite: By audition only.
Auditions are held during the final week of fall semester for the spring semester, and at the end of spring semester and during August for fall semester. Auditions will be granted based on previous choral experience. Performance of a wide range of choral literature. Note: Active performance schedule on and off campus. Contact the office manager at 215-204-8304 for specific audition dates.
4310. Graduate Conductor`s Choir (0 to 1 s.h.) F S. (Formerly: MUSIC 0374.) Two hours of rehearsal each week; two performances each semester.
4323. Conducting (Choral) (2 s.h.) F S. (Formerly: MUSIC 0330.) Prerequisite: Music 2324 (0124) or equivalent.
Problems correlating vocal and choral idioms; analysis and interpretation of choral literature appropriate for use in school and community. Note: Although the conducting course sequence [Music 2323 (0123), Music 2324 (0124), Music 4323 (0330)] is intended primarily for music majors, it is possible for other students to enroll if they have evidence of a background in music theory.
4324. Conducting (Instrumental) (2 s.h.) F S. (Formerly: MUSIC 0331.) Prerequisite: Music 2323 (0123), Music 2324 (0124), or equivalent.
Advanced instrumental conducting techniques including asymmetrical time patterns, multi-meters, phrasing and rehearsal techniques. Instrumental score study and preparation. Conducting of band and orchestra repertoire of varying levels of difficulty with ensembles.
4353. Teaching Choral Music (2 s.h.) F. (Formerly: MUSIC 0353.) Prerequisite: Music 4323 (0330).
For the prospective teacher of vocal music; practical solutions to problems of audition procedures, development of musical skills within the choral rehearsal, repertoire and programming, voice classes, performance planning and execution, the changing voice, etc. Note: Required of music education majors with concentrations in voice and keyboard instruments.
4401. Piano Concentration (2 s.h.) $. (Formerly: MUSIC 0307.) Prerequisite: Music 3402 (0208).
Weekly private lesson and regularly scheduled master classes with major teacher. With instructor’s permission, student may present either half or full senior recital.
4403. Piano Major (4 s.h.) F S. $. (Formerly: MUSIC 0309.) Prerequisite: Music 3404 (0210). Open only to candidates for a Bachelor of Music, performance major.
Weekly private lesson and regularly scheduled master classes with major teacher. Culminates in full recital during final semester of study.
4431. Introduction to the Alexander Technique (1 s.h.) (Formerly: MUSIC 0357.) This course offers a basic understanding of the history and principles of the Alexander Technique. It is designed to enable the student to enhance expression and performance skills, prevent injuries, and develop healthy practice and rehearsal techniques. The technique offers a practical solution to on-going issues with pain and fatigue, effective expression and intonation, breath support and stage presence. The principles can be applied to all areas of creative expression, from instrumental, vocal and dance technique, to acting, writing, painting and sculpting.
4484. Piano Major (4 s.h.) F S. $. (Formerly: MUSIC 0310.) Prerequisite: Music 4403 (0309). Open only to candidates for a Bachelor of Music, performance major.
Weekly private lesson and regularly scheduled master classes with major teacher. Culminates in full recital during final semester of study.
4500. Instrumental Ensemble (1 s.h.) F S. (Formerly: MUSIC 0360.) Prerequisite: By audition only.
Large or small instrumental ensemble. Ensemble may include symphony orchestra, wind symphony, chamber music ensembles, percussion ensemble, brass ensembles, and other small instrumental ensembles.
4501. Instrumental Concentration (2 s.h.) F S. $. (Formerly: MUSIC 0301.) Prerequisite: Music 3502 (0202).
Weekly instrumental private lesson with major teacher for music education/jazz and jazz arranging curricula.
4502. Instrumental Concentration (2 s.h.) F S. $. (Formerly: MUSIC 0302.) Prerequisite: Music 4501 (0301).
Weekly instrumental private lesson with major teacher for music education/jazz and jazz arranging curricula. With instructor’s permission, student may present either half or full recital during this final semester of study.
4503. Instrumental Major (4 s.h.) F S. $. (Formerly: MUSIC 0303.) Prerequisite: Music 3504 (0204). Open only to candidates for a Bachelor of Music degree with a major in instrumental performance.
Weekly instrumental private lesson with major teacher.
4510. Instrumental Ensemble (1 s.h.) F S. (Formerly: MUSIC 0361.) Prerequisite: By audition only.
Large or small instrumental ensemble. Ensemble may include symphony orchestra, wind symphony, chamber music ensembles, percussion ensemble, brass ensembles, and other small instrumental ensembles.
4520. Ensemble (1 s.h.) F S. (Formerly: MUSIC 0369.) To be used only when student is taking more than one ensemble of the same number and/or type. Note: Section 002 for jazz emphasis.
4541. History of Wind & Brass Chamber Music (2 s.h.) (Formerly: MUSIC 0341.) Traces the development of small wind and brass chamber ensembles from circa 1000 to the present. Examines quintets, the Vienna octet school, harmoniemusik, and works for various combinations of instruments with emphasis on their literature.
4560. Seminar in Guitar Performance and Literature (1 to 2 s.h.) F S. (Formerly: MUSIC 0395.) Prerequisite: For undergraduate majors in classical guitar; others by permission of the instructor.
Exploration of issues related to performance. Analysis of representative works. Attention to problems of transcription and performance practice. Performance of representative guitar chamber and ensemble literature.
4561. Percussion Pedagogy (2 to 3 s.h.) F. (Formerly: MUSIC 0364.) Prerequisite: Music Education 1651 (0050).
Course designed to enable students to develop the necessary knowledge and skills to make intelligent and informed decisions about the teaching of percussion instruments. Students will analyze, compare and critique curricula, teaching modalities, performance practices, methods, materials, and literature.
4563. Upper String Pedagogy (2 s.h.) (Formerly: MUSIC 0392.) Prerequisite: For undergraduate string performance majors or by permission.
Problems and teaching techniques; solo and ensemble literature; available teaching materials at beginning through advanced levels.
4567. Viola for Violinists (1 s.h.) (Formerly: MUSIC 0397.) Performance-oriented course for violin performance majors or music education majors whose main instrument is violin. Focus is on the differences between violin playing and viola playing, including clef reading, vibrato, and bowing techniques. Orchestral excerpts, short solos, and chamber music from the baroque to the present are performed in class. Students are asked to bring their own viola if possible.
4570. Orchestral Repertoire (1 to 2 s.h.) S. (Formerly: MUSIC 0398.) Prerequisite: For instrumental music majors or by permission.
Reading workshop to acquaint players with standard orchestral repertoire and playing techniques. Note: Separate sections offered for woodwinds, brasses, and string instruments.
4584. Instrumental Major (4 s.h.) F S. $. (Formerly: MUSIC 0304.) Prerequisite: Music 4503 (0303). Open only to candidates for a Bachelor of Music degree with a major in instrumental performance.
Weekly instrumental private lesson with major teacher. Student is required to present a full recital during this semester of study.
5000. Recital Extension (2 s.h.) F S. $. (Formerly: MUSIC 0300.) Prerequisite: Prior permission of Department Chair required.
Extension of private applied lessons beyond performance curriculum requirements on both undergraduate and graduate levels in order to complete preparation for the graduation recital. Note: Not applicable toward degree. Offered on pass/fail basis only. Private lesson fee: $350.
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