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3.00 Credits
Students study and practice several important facets of performance giving Special attention to music preparation, interpretation, soloing, and stage presence. The course includes a series of exercises Related to preparing music for performance, interpretation, and memorization. Students work to learn music, prepare solos, critique and study stage presence, perform exercises, and give in-class performances. "Leading" and "directing" a small ensemble toward achieving a particular musical conception is also address ed. Satisfies the Arts and Humanities core requiremen (Cr: 3)
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Students learn and practice melodic and harmonic approaches to improvisation, focusing on development of technical skills. The course utilizes a studio performance methodology, in which participants learn to design, implement, and practice improvisations. Studio work is complemented with analysis of works from various cultures. No prior experience in improvisation is needed, while experienced players increase skill levels. Prerequisites & Notes Basic proficiency in music reading, playing an instrument or singing. (Cr: 3)
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This course introduces students to compositional techniques and principles of composition by using music software. Students will write several pieces of music and practice exercises to demonstrate the principles under study. Students increase their skills and polish their work through the strengths and immediacy of playback and editing devices. The course will include lecture and studio settings. Musical proficiency is not required to enroll in this course. (Cr: 3)
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A study of the structural aspects of music and their function, including intervals, scales, chords, key signatures, non-harmonic tones, harmonic analysis, and simple form structures. Satisfies the Arts and Humanities core requirement. Prerequisites & Notes MUS 110 or permission of instructor. (Cr: 3)
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A study of the structural aspects of music and their function, including advanced chords, modulation, chromatic harmony, ear training, harmonic analysis, and advanced form structures. Satisfies the Arts and Humanities core requirement. Prerequisites & Notes MUS 201. (Cr: 3)
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Writing original musical compositions, with emphasis on learning writing techniques, developing original harmonic, and melodic style, and exploring varied form structures, and combinations of voices and instruments. Satisfies the Arts and Humanities core requirement. Prerequisites & Notes MUS 201 or permission of instructor. (Cr: 3)
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Students practice the craft of song writing; develop their creativity and musical knowledge of melody, harmony, rhythm and form. Writing lyrics is given special attention. The role lyrics play in defining mood and their relationship to melody and harmony is also discussed. Satisfies the Arts and Humanities core requirement. Prerequisites & Notes The ability to play and understand chords on guitar or piano; students with any questions about their ability should contact the instructor. (Cr: 3)
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A study of the roots of jazz music in America, the major characteristics of the genre, and the historical developments that led to the jazz movement of the 1920's. The impact of jazz on contemporary music will also be explored. The class will have an experiential component enabling students to integrate jazz principles with practice. Satisfies the Arts and Humanities core requirement. Prerequisites & Notes Crosslisted with AMS 232. (Cr: 3)
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Critically examines rock and roll through case studies that illuminate important trends in the development and evolution of rock and roll as the dominant form of musical environment in the mid to late twentieth century. Satisfies the Arts and Humanities core requirement. Prerequisites & Notes Crosslisted with AMS 242. (Cr: 3)
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3.00 Credits
This course studies rebel musicians, their musical innovations and idiosyncrasies. How does a musician expand contemporary practices and influence future musical styles By examining the pertinent facets of culture that play a role in the manifestations of creativity, this course contextualizes these rebel musicians and their work. Satisfies the Arts and Humanities core requirement. (Cr: 3)
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