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Course Criteria
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3.00 Credits
Survey of the music that developed in the Americas in the twentieth century as a result of the syncretism of European and African culture. The course will cover music from North America, the Caribbean, and South America. Among the styles covered in the course are rhythm and blues, rock and roll, country western, hip-hop, salsa, and various musical genres from the Caribbean and South America. Development of listening skills, identification of instruments, discussion of the various styles and social settings of American, Afro-Caribbean, and South American music. (Annually). Liberal arts.
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3.00 Credits
A survey of representative works in the American musical theater, with emphasis on the interaction of musical and dramatic values. Musicals will be considered in relation to other performance traditions, and as a reflection of social and cultural trends and attitudes. (Fall/Spring). Liberal arts.
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3.00 Credits
This course examines a variety of Latin American and Caribbean music styles. The manner in which the African/European musical syncretism developed within a particular country will be emphasized in the course. Various traditional African tribal and religious values will be discussed when pertinent. Among the styles covered will be the Cuban son and rumba, the merengue of the Dominican Republic, Brazilian samba, Jamaican reggae, the soca and calypso of Trinidad, the tango of Argentina, and various styles of Mexican music. Latin and Caribbean music as it developed in North America as well as lesser-known but important styles such as the Haitian konpa-direct and the plena and bomba from Puerto Rico will also be addressed in this course. Discussion of the various social and cultural settings of Latin American and Caribbean countries will be an important component of the course. (Once/Twice Per Year). Liberals arts.
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0.00 - 3.00 Credits
A course in music fundamentals with emphasis on music reading and notation. Introduction to sightsinging, ear training, and keyboard skills. Option for proficiency exam (0 credits). (Fall/Spring/Summer). Liberal arts.
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3.00 Credits
Course is devoted to the study of species counterpoint in two and three parts. These exercises in elementary composition form the foundation for future studies in the diatonic harmonic system. Introduction to music analysis. Lecture with Aural Skills lab taken concurrently. Liberal arts. (Fall). Corequisite: MUS126. Prerequisite: MUS120.
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1.00 Credits
An aural approach to the study of materials of music studied in Music Theory I, including scales, intervals, chord quality, melody, rhythm, harmonic function and form. Development of performance skills including ear training, sight singing, keyboard harmony, elementary conducting patterns, and rhythmic reading. Includes self study in aural skills using ear training computer software. Course is taken concurrently with Music Theory I. (Fall). Corequisite: MUS121. Prerequisite: MUS120.
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1.00 - 2.00 Credits
Individualized instruction to develop musicianship, technical facility, and knowledge of the standard repertoire. All students enrolled in instrumental or vocal instruction are required to: participate in a performing (with advisement from a music faculty member); attend periodic Music Performance Classes; perform as a soloist once each semester; serve as a concert volunteer once each semester; and attend five performances presented or sponsored by the Music Department. (Fall/Spring). Liberal arts. Prerequisite: POI.
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1.00 - 2.00 Credits
Refer to MUS131. Liberal arts. Prerequisites: POI.
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1.00 - 2.00 Credits
Individualized instruction to develop musicianship, technical facility and knowledge of the standard repertoire. All students enrolled in instrumental or vocal instruction are required to: participate in a performing ensemble (with advisement from a music faculty member); attend periodic Music Performance Classes; perform as a soloist once each semester; serve as a concert volunteer once each semester; and attend five performances presented or sponsored by the Music Department. May take multiple sections concurrently. Liberal arts. Prerequisite: POI.
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1.00 - 2.00 Credits
Individualized instruction to develop musicianship, technical facility and knowledge of the standard repertoire. All students enrolled in instrumental or vocal instruction are required to: participate in a performing ensemble (with advisement from a music faculty member); attend periodic Music Performance Classes; perform as a soloist once each semester; serve as a concert volunteer once each semester; and attend five performances presented or sponsored by the Music Department. May take multiple sections concurrently. Liberal arts. Prerequisite: POI.
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