Courses
Music
0369. Ensemble (1 s.h.)
To be used only when student is taking more than one ensemble of the same number and/or type.
0383. Jazz Ensemble (1 s.h.)
By audition only.
0400. Piano Major (3 s.h.)
One hour lesson each week plus performance class. Piano major only. Full recital during final year of study.
0401. Piano Major (3 s.h.)
One hour lesson each week plus performance class. Piano major only. Full recital during final year of study.
0402. Piano Major (3 s.h.)
One hour lesson each week plus performance class. Piano major only. Full recital during final year of study.
0403. Piano Major (3 s.h.)
One hour lesson each week plus performance class. Piano major only. Full recital during final year of study.
0404. Piano Major Concentration in Pedagogy (2 s.h.)
Private lessons for the graduate Piano Pedagogy concentration majors. One hour lesson each week plus performance class.
0405. Piano Major Concentration in Pedagogy (2 s.h.)
Private lessons for the graduate Piano Pedagogy concentration majors. One hour lesson each week plus performance class.
0406. Piano Major Concentration in Pedagogy (2 s.h.)
Private lessons for the graduate Piano Pedagogy concentration majors. One hour lesson each week plus performance class.
0407. Piano Major Concentration in Pedagogy(Recital) (3 s.h.)
Private lessons for the graduate Piano Pedagogy majors culminating in a recital. One hour lesson each week.
0408. Piano Pedagogy (2 s.h.)
Prerequisite: permission of instructor.
Designed to equip teachers to train intermediate and advanced piano students. Investigation of materials relevant to teaching at this level.
0409. Class Piano Pedagogy (2 s.h.)
Techniques involved in teaching group piano; survey of available methods and materials; student teaching under supervision of instructor.
0416. Harpsichord Major (3 s.h.)
One hour private lesson each week. Harpsichord majors only. Full recital during final year of study.
0417. Harpsichord Major (3 s.h.)
One hour private lesson each week. Harpsichord majors only. Full recital during final year of study.
0418. Harpsichord Major (3 s.h.)
One hour private lesson each week. Harpsichord majors only. Full recital during final year of study.
0419. Harpsichord Major (3 s.h.)
One hour private lesson each week. Harpsichord majors only. Full recital during final year of study.
0420. Voice Major (3 s.h.)
One hour private lesson each week. Voice majors only. Full recital during final year of study.
0421. Voice Major (3 s.h.)
One hour private lesson each week. Voice majors only. Full recital during final year of study.
0422. Voice Major (3 s.h.)
One hour private lesson each week. Voice majors only. Full recital during final year of study.
0423. Voice Major (3 s.h.)
One hour private lesson each week. Voice majors only. Full recital during final year of study.
0424. Opera Coaching (2 s.h.)
Opera majors only. One hour private session each week. Emphasis on interpretation, diction and style through study of operatic aria repertoire and/or operatic role study. May be taken one time only.
0425. Opera Major (2 s.h.)
One hour lesson each week. Opera majors only.
0426. Opera Major (2 s.h.)
One hour lesson each week. Opera majors only.
0427. Opera Major (2 s.h.)
One hour lesson each week. Opera majors only.
0428. Opera Major (2 s.h.)
One hour lesson each week. Opera majors only.
0429. Class Piano Practice Teaching II. (2 s.h.)
Practicum in class piano teaching under supervision of professor, with weekly meetings on methodology and materials.
0430. Instrumental Major (3 s.h.)
One hour lesson each week. Instrumental majors only. Culminates in full recital during final year of study.
0431. Instrumental Major (3 s.h.)
One hour lesson each week. Instrumental majors only. Culminates in full recital during final year of study.
0432. Instrumental Major (3 s.h.)
One hour lesson each week. Instrumental majors only. Culminates in full recital during final year of study.
0433. Instrumental Major (3 s.h.)
One hour lesson each week. Instrumental majors only. Culminates in full recital during final year of study.
0434. Recital Accompanying (1 s.h.)
Prerequisite: permission of instructor.
Practical experience in vocal and/or instrumental accompanying and chamber music.
0435. Recital Accompanying (1 s.h.)
Prerequisite: permission of instructor.
Practical experience in vocal and/or instrumental accompanying and chamber music.
0436. Recital Accompanying (1 s.h.)
Prerequisite: permission of instructor.
Practical experience in vocal and/or instrumental accompanying and chamber music.
0437. Recital Accompanying (1 s.h.)
Prerequisite: permission of instructor.
Practical experience in vocal and/or instrumental accompanying and chamber music.
0439. Opera Ensemble (1 s.h.)
Required for singers cast in opera productions at Temple University.
0440. Opera Theater (2 s.h.)
Limited to Voice and Opera majors only. Others by audition. Gives singers practical experience on the stage and performance of operatic roles.
0441. Studio Accompanying (1 s.h.)
By permission of instructor only. Practical accompanying experience in voice studio, with emphasis on repertoire building.
0443. Dalcroze (2 s.h.)
Study of principles of eurhythmics, the use of the body as the interpreter of musical rhythm, allowing the body to become the musician's first musical instrument. Principles established by Swiss educator Emile Jacques Dalcroze.
0445. Pedagogy of Technique (2 s.h.)
Developing clear and intelligent pedagogical methods for all aspects of piano technique. Historical development of keyboard technique will be reviewed, as well as an overview of fundamental physiological principles involved in playing the piano.
0447. Pedagogy of Children (2 s.h.)
A survey of available teaching methods and pedagogical approaches to be used with children or individual or group instruction, including an introduction to the basic Suzuki philosophy.
0448. Coaching Skills (2 s.h.)
Develops foreign language, conducting, private coaching, and interpretive skills needed for vocal coaching.
0449. Opera Diction (2 s.h.)
Designed to apply general knowledge about International Phonetic Alphabet and the flavors of French, Italian, German, and English diction directly to repertoire and the expressive projections of the text in singing. Singer must prepare at least one aria in each language.
0450. Special Topics in Choral Music (1-3 s.h.)
Literature, analysis, conducting, and related skills.
0451. Advanced Choral Conducting (2 s.h.)
Prerequisite: Music 330 or equivalent.
Advanced course for the graduate student who is active in the choral field; individual research and analysis of significant scores; observation and practical application. Open to all graduate music students with permission from instructor.
0452. Choral Conducting Seminar (2 s.h.)
Prerequisite: Conducting 451 or equivalent, and permission from instructor.
For the graduate major in choral conducting. Last two semesters culminate in public recitals.
0453. Choral Conducting Seminar (2 s.h.)
Prerequisite: Conducting 451 or equivalent, and permission from instructor.
For the graduate major in choral conducting. Last two semesters culminate in public recitals.
0454. Choral Conducting Seminar (2 s.h.)
Prerequisite: Conducting 451 or equivalent, and permission from instructor.
For the graduate major in choral conducting. Last two semesters culminate in public recitals.
0456. Advanced Orchestral Conducting I-II. (2 s.h.)
Prerequisite: permission of instructor.
Rehearsal techniques of the symphony orchestra. Emphasis on advanced repertoire. Methods of preparation of a score for concert performance. Opportunities to rehearse an orchestra.
0457. Advanced Orchestral Conducting I-II. (2 s.h.)
Prerequisite: permission of instructor.
Rehearsal techniques of the symphony orchestra. Emphasis on advanced repertoire. Methods of preparation of a score for concert performance. Opportunities to rehearse an orchestra.
0458. Percussion History, Development, and Performance Practices (2 s.h.)
The informational resources of percussion, a history of percussion, percussion in non-Western and contemporary culture, and percussion performance practice.
0459. Lower String Pedagogy (2-3 s.h.)
Examination of problems in playing and teaching techniques, exploring solo and ensemble literature as well as available teaching materials at beginning through advanced levels.
0460. Independent Study (1-3 s.h.)
Independent research with faculty supervision in an approved topic.
0461. Independent Study (1-3 s.h.)
Independent research with faculty supervision in an approved topic.
0462. Special Topics in Music (1-3 s.h.)
Independent research with faculty supervision in an approved special topic.
0463. Special Topics in Music (1-3 s.h.)
Independent research with faculty supervision in an approved special topic.
0464. Percussion Pedagogy (2-3 s.h.)
Teaches students the necessary knowledge and skills to make intelligent and informed decisions about the teaching of percussion instruments. Students analyze, compare and critique curricula, teaching modalities, performance practices, methods, materials and literature.
0465. Piano for Accompanying and Chamber Music Majors (2 s.h.)
One hour weekly private lesson for graduate Piano Accompanying and Chamber Music major, plus performance class.
0466. Piano for Accompanying and Chamber Music Majors (2 s.h.)
One hour weekly private lesson for graduate Piano Accompanying and Chamber Music major, plus performance class.
0467. Piano for Accompanying and Chamber Music Majors (2 s.h.)
One hour weekly private lesson for graduate Piano Accompanying and Chamber Music major, plus performance class.
0468. Piano for Accompanying and Chamber Music Majors (2 s.h.)
One hour weekly private lesson for graduate Piano Accompanying and Chamber Music major, plus performance class.
0469. Aria Repertoire (2 s.h.)
Prerequisite: Music 449.
Required course for all Opera majors; others by permission of the instructor.
0472. Multi-Percussion in the Orchestra (2 s.h.)
Course will enable the student to develop the complex skills necessary to perform multi-percussion and drum set parts in the symphony orchestra.
0473. Percussion Ensemble (1 s.h.)
By audition only.
0474. Wind Chamber Symphony (1 s.h.)
By audition only. Performance of recognized small ensemble literature for a combination of winds and brass.
0477. Wind Symphony (1 s.h.)
By audition only.
0478. Piano Pedagogy II. (2 s.h.)
Exploration of advanced topics in teaching piano to students at all levels of ability.
0479. Opera Role Performance (1 s.h.)
Master`s degree students in Opera must demonstrate mastery of the music/characterization of two adjudicated opera roles; fulfilled through performance of a role in Temple University Opera Theater productions designated as a credit (major) role, or by passing a pre-approved performance examination.
0480. Concert Choir (1 s.h.)
By audition only.
0482. String Major/Pedagogy (2 s.h.)
One hour private lesson each week. For string pedagogy majors only.
0483. String Major/Pedagogy (2 s.h.)
One hour private lesson each week. For string pedagogy majors only.
0484. String Major/Pedagogy (2 s.h.)
One hour private lesson each week. For string pedagogy majors only.
0485. String Major/Pedagogy (2 s.h.)
One hour private lesson each week. For string pedagogy majors only.
0486. Practicum:String Pedagogy (2 s.h.)
Application of methods and repertoire to the teaching of string students in actual classroom and private settings. For string pedagogy majors only.
0488. Piano Technology and the Pianist I. (3 s.h.)
Surveys the science and art of piano technology as it relates to the pianist. The construction and function of the vertical piano are explored. Topics include diagnosis, adjustments, minor repairs, and unison tuning.
0489. Piano Technology and the Pianist II. (3 s.h.)
Surveys the development of the modern piano. The construction and function of the grand piano are explored. Topics include diagnosis, adjustments, minor repairs, and octave tuning.
0491. Advanced Choral Conducting Lessons (1 s.h.)
For graduate Choral Conducting majors only. Private lessons in preparation for graduation recital performances with the Graduate Conductors' Chorus and the Recital Chorus.
0492. Upper String Pedagogy (2-3 s.h.)
Examines problems and teaching techniques, solo and ensemble literature, available teaching materials at beginning through advanced levels.
0494. Final Project:String Pedagogy (2 s.h.)
Final project for Master`s String Pedagogy majors, designed with assistance of the adviser. Demonstrates specialized study in a specific pedagogical area. Final presentations will vary among majors, but typically include a lecture/recital, teaching demonstration, research paper, article, or method book.
0495. Seminar in Guitar Performance and Literature (1 s.h.)
Exploration of issues related to performance and to the preparation of works for performance. Workshop performances by members of the class throughout the semester. Study of representative works, with emphasis on solo repertoire. Attention to problems of interpretation, transcription, performance editions, and performance practice. Development of critical listening skills.
0496. Seminar in Early Keyboard Instruments I. (2 s.h.)
The study, preparation, and performance of harpsichord and fortepiano literature in relation to the instrument itself and the historical context. For harpsichordists interested in expanding their knowledge of the repertoire, as well as pianists wishing to gain harpsichord experience.
0496. Latin American Music Ensemble (1 s.h.)
See Music Studies 496.
0497. Early Music Ensembles (1 s.h.)
See Music Studies 221.
0497. Seminar in Early Keyboard Instruments II. (2 s.h.)
Prerequisite: Music 496 or permission of the instructor.
Harpsichord study focusing on the works of J.S. Bach. Fortepiano study will begin before midterm, with a study of the instrument itself and performance of classical piano works of Haydn, Mozart, Beethoven, and lesser-known composers of the period.
0498. Orchestral Repertoire (1 s.h.)
Weekly reading workshop to acquaint orchestral players with standard orchestral repertoire and playing techniques. Emphasis on perfecting tools necessary for successful professional orchestra audition.
0499. Orchestral Repertoire:Percussion (1-2 s.h.)
Orchestra repertoire preparation for graduate percussion majors.
0524. Vocal Coaching (2 s.h.)
Emphasis on style, diction, phrasing and performance traditions in preparation for the Master's degree recital. May be taken one time only.
0533. Choral Arranging (2 s.h.)
Arranging and transcribing vocal literature and choral compositions for different choral ensembles (including SSA, TTBB, and SATB div.). Concentration on voicing, styling, and adaptability.
0549. Pedagogy of the College Non-Music Major (2 s.h.)
Designed to prepare pianists to teach college students who are not music majors, either in groups or privately, by preparing them with methods and materials of instruction, an understanding of group dynamics, and techniques for eliciting creative activities.
0560. Instrumental Ensemble (1 s.h.)
By audition only.
0561. Instrumental Ensemble (1 s.h.)
By audition only.
0567. Harmonic Applications in Keyboard Performance (2 s.h.)
Includes figured bass realization, aural analysis of repertoire, and improvisations of classical embellishments and cadenzas. Goal is to internalize the student`s understanding of harmonic events toward enhanced memorization and meaning in the performance of keyboard literature.
0568. Women at the Keyboard (2-3 s.h.)
A study of the work of 18th to 20th century female performers and composers of keyboard music. Historical impact of social issues on the female musical/professional experience to the present.
0599. Continuing Registration Status (1 s.h.)
For matriculated graduate students who were last enrolled more than one year ago and who must be registered to complete outstanding degree requirements. For credit or no credit only; does not count toward degree.
0700. Applied Music-Professional Studies (4 s.h.)
One hour private lesson each week. For professional studies majors only.
0701. Applied Music-Professional Studies (4 s.h.)
One hour private lesson each week. For professional studies majors only.
0720. Opera Role Preparation (3 s.h.)
Preparation for performances of Opera roles directed by the Temple University Opera Theater Music Director with laboratory experience through participation in Opera Theater. For professional studies majors only.
0721. Opera Role Preparation (3 s.h.)
Preparation for performances of Opera roles directed by the Temple University Opera Theater Music Director with laboratory experience through participation in Opera Theater. For professional studies majors only.
0724. Vocal Coaching:Professional Studies (2 s.h.)
Vocal coaching for Professional Studies voice or opera majors only.
0725. Opera Vocal Lessons (2 s.h.)
One hour private lesson each week. For professional studies majors only.
0726. Opera Vocal Lessons (2 s.h.)
One hour private lesson each week. For professional studies majors only.
0764. Choral Literature:Early Period (2 s.h.)
Study of choral works from 14th century through Baroque period. Emphasis on analysis, conducting, interpretation, and performance practices.
0765. Choral Literature:Classic and Romantic Periods (2 s.h.)
Study of choral works of Classic and Romantic periods. Analysis, conducting, interpretation, and performance practices emphasized.
0766. Choral Literature:Baroque Period (2 s.h.)
Study of choral works of the Baroque period. Survey plus in-depth study of several major works.
0767. Choral Literature:Twentieth Century (2 s.h.)
Study of choral works from Debussy to present time.
0770. Piano Literature (3 s.h.)
Prerequisite: Admission by permission of instructor.
Study of performance practices in the Baroque and early Classic periods, with emphasis on keyboard music.
0771. Vocal Literature:Renaissance and Baroque (2 s.h.)
A singer's examination of repertoire for solo voice beginning with the song literature of the Middle Ages and concluding with Baroque Opera.
0772. Vocal Literature:Classical/Bell Canto (2 s.h.)
Examination of opera and concert repertoire in bel canto style, with emphasis on Mozart, Bellini, Donizetti, and Rossini. Art of vocal embellishment and cadenza writing. Opportunity to implement skills through class performance. Studies in historical context as well as harmonic and textual analysis.
0773. Vocal Literature:German Romantic (2 s.h.)
Survey of the German solo vocal repertoire of the Romantic period, with detailed studies of the major works.
0774. Vocal Literature:French Romantic (2 s.h.)
Survey of the French solo vocal repertoire of the Romantic period, with detailed studies of the major works.
0776. Vocal Literature:Contemporary (2 s.h.)
An overview of the vocal repertoire of the twentieth century will be the foundation of this course, which will examine the changing role of the singer in contemporary music.
0777. Baroque Keyboard Performance Practice (3 s.h.)
A workshop approach to seek ideas and solutions toward stylistic and artistic performance of Baroque keyboard music. The writings of Frescobaldi, Couperin, and Quantz will be compared to their musical compositions for direct experience in applying historical concepts to performance. Additional readings and music will address general topics, such as embellishment, touch and rhythmic conventions in the music of J.S. Bach.
0778. Classical Keyboard Performance Practice (3 s.h.)
A workshop approach to seek ideas and solutions toward stylistic and artistic performance of Classical keyboard music. The writings of C.P.E. Bach, Turk, and Clementi will be compared to their musical compositions for direct experience in applying historical concepts to performance. Additional readings and music will address general topics, such as ornamentation, pedaling, and tempo in the music of Haydn, Mozart and Beethoven.
0780. Oratorio Solo Repertoire (2 s.h.)
Study and performance of the oratorio and cantata repertoire for the solo singer.
0799. Preliminary Examination Preparation (1-6 s.h.)
For doctoral students in Performance preparing to sit for the Preliminary Examinations.
0830. Advanced High School Band Conducting(workshop) ( 3 s.h.)
A course designed for high school concert band and wind ensemble conductors who wish to increase their effectiveness on the podium. Topics include score preparation, conducting techniques, ensemble techniques, and a survey of selected wind literature.
0899. Pre-Monograph Research (1-6 s.h.)
For doctoral students in Performance who have passed the Preliminary Examinations and who do not yet have an approved dissertation proposal.
0900. Piano Major/Doctoral (3 s.h.)
One hour weekly lesson plus performance class. Matriculated doctoral students only.
0901. Piano Major/Doctoral (3 s.h.)
One hour weekly lesson plus performance class. Matriculated doctoral students only.
0902. Piano Major/Doctoral (3 s.h.)
One hour weekly lesson plus performance class. Matriculated doctoral students only.
0903. Piano Major/Doctoral (3 s.h.)
One hour weekly lesson plus performance class. Matriculated doctoral students only.
0906. Voice Major/Doctoral (3 s.h.)
One hour weekly lesson. Matriculated doctoral students only.
0907. Voice Major/Doctoral (3 s.h.)
One hour weekly lesson. Matriculated doctoral students only.
0908. Voice Major/Doctoral (3 s.h.)
One hour weekly lesson. Matriculated doctoral students only.
0909. Voice Major/Doctoral (3 s.h.)
One hour weekly lesson. Matriculated doctoral students only.
0924. Chamber Music/Doctoral (1 s.h.)
By advisement only. Matriculated doctoral students only.
0925. Chamber Music/Doctoral (1 s.h.)
By advisement only. Matriculated doctoral students only.
0926. Chamber Music/Doctoral (1 s.h.)
By advisement only. Matriculated doctoral students only.
0930. Piano Pedagogy (2 s.h.)
Study of the teaching of difficult works of piano literature:virtuoso pieces, large-scale concertos, sonatas, and other works. Style, structure, and technique are explored.
0931. Voice Pedagogy (2 s.h.)
Examination of topics in vocal pedagogy. For DMA Voice Performance majors.
0933. Double Reed Woodwind Pedagogy (2 s.h.)
Examination of problems in playing and teaching techniques, exploring solo and ensemble literature as well as available teaching materials at beginning through advanced levels.
0934. Upper Brass Pedagogy (2 s.h.)
Designed to apply principles of private instruction to the major instrument of study with regard to methodology, literature, stylistic concepts, technique, and transcription. Taught by master teachers on the specific instrument.
0935. Lower Brass Pedagogy (2 s.h.)
Designed to apply principles of private instruction to the major instrument of study with regard to methodology, literature, stylistic concepts, technique, and transcription. Taught by master teachers on the specific instrument.
0936. Percussion Pedagogy (2 s.h.)
Examination of problems in playing and teaching techniques, exploring solo and ensemble literature as well as available teaching materials at beginning through advanced levels.
0937. Upper String Pedagogy (2 s.h.)
Examination of problems in playing and teaching techniques, exploring solo and ensemble literature as well as available teaching materials at beginning through advanced levels.
0939. Flute Pedagogy (2 s.h.)
Examination of problems in playing and teaching techniques, exploring solo and ensemble literature as well as available teaching materials at beginning through advanced levels.
0940. Keyboard Literature-Doctoral (2 s.h.)
An intensive study of problem areas of piano literature:stylistic transitional periods, composers` notational idiosyncrasies, tempo concepts, etc.; the relationship of piano music to music for other media and to other art forms; the role of analysis in interpretation.
0941. Keyboard Literature-Doctoral (2 s.h.)
An intensive study of problem areas of piano literature:stylistic transitional periods, composers` notational idiosyncrasies, tempo concepts, etc.; the relationship of piano music to music for other media and to other art forms; the role of analysis in interpretation.
0942. Keyboard Literature-Doctoral (2 s.h.)
An intensive study of problem areas of piano literature:stylistic transitional periods, composers` notational idiosyncrasies, tempo concepts, etc.; the relationship of piano music to music for other media and to other art forms; the role of analysis in interpretation.
0943. Keyboard Literature-Doctoral (2 s.h.)
An intensive study of problem areas of piano literature:stylistic transitional periods, composers` notational idiosyncrasies, tempo concepts, etc.; the relationship of piano music to music for other media and to other art forms; the role of analysis in interpretation.
0945. Special Topics in Voice (3 s.h.)
A seminar for singers. Emphasizes vocal technique as it relates to performance practice. Detailed examination of
0947. Special Topics in Voice (2 s.h.)
For DMA Voice Performance majors only. A seminar for singers. Emphasizes vocal technique as it relates to performance practice. Detailed examination of repertoire from selected historical periods.
0948. Special Topics in Voice (2 s.h.)
A continuation of Music 947.
0952. Solo Public Performances-Doctoral (1 s.h.)
Two solo orchestral appearances of contrasting style (one off-campus). One major opera role for singers.
0953. Independent Recital-Doctoral (1 s.h.)
Recital independently prepared after completion of lessons.
0954. Final Recital-Doctoral (1 s.h.)
Final recital with original notes provided by the performer.
0964. Advanced Conducting-Doctoral (2 s.h.)
Detailed analysis of scores as if in preparation for a concert. Emphasis on interpretation and development of baton technique. Practical rehearsal procedures are covered and attendance at Philadelphia Orchestra rehearsals when possible.
0966. Chamber Music (1 s.h.)
Open to doctoral string majors only.
0967. Technical and Interpretive Seminar-Strings (2 s.h.)
Comprehensive analysis of 17th and 18th century works for unaccompanied strings.
0968. Seminar for String Literature (2 s.h.)
Comprehensive study of the major string works of selected composers and genres. Solo and chamber works.
0970. Vocal Pedagogy I. (2 s.h.)
For DMA Voice Performance majors only. A survey of vocal pedagogical literature combined with studies in the elements of voice science.
0971. Vocal Pedagogy II. (2 s.h.)
For DMA Voice Performance majors only. A continuation of Music 970.
0972. Advanced Vocal Pedagogy (2-3 s.h.)
For DMA Voice Performance majors only. Examines problems in teaching techniques as applied to solo vocal literature.
0973. Special Topics in Vocal Pedagogy (2-3 s.h.)
An in-depth specialized research into various aspects of teaching voice.
0980. Doctoral Performance Practice I. (2-3 s.h.)
For DMA majors in Performance only. An in-depth examination of performance practice.
0981. Doctoral Performance Practice II. (2-3 s.h.)
For DMA majors in Performance only. A continuation of Music 980. Emphasis on primary resource materials.
0999. Monograph-Doctoral (1-6 s.h.)
Final research project; generally, a monograph.