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Course Criteria
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4.00 Credits
4 credits. Every semester A supervised work experience in an art- and/or media-related environment, including television studios, film production companies, art galleries, book and magazine publishing companies, and public relations firms.
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4.00 Credits
4 credits. Special topic (offe red irregularly) The topics, which vary, are selected from among the special interests of faculty. Prerequisite: MSA 1530 and permission of instructor
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8.00 Credits
8 credits. Every semester The senior project, which is developed in consultation with advisors, can take a variety of forms, from an exploration of social phenomena or a creative effort, using a range of media (e.g., photography, video, film, performance), to a research project based on library and/or empirical research. In the second semester of their junior year, students are encouraged to consult with a member of the board of study to determine appropriate topics and research strategies. Must be taken for two semesters ( 8 credits total).
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3.00 Credits
1020, 2050 3050, 4050 3 credits (per semester). I, III, V: Fall; II, IV: Spring The core music theory curriculum for classical music students (five sequential semesters). Designed to provide a thorough background in musical structure, the course material is an integrated presentation of concepts and disciplines, including fundamentals, species counterpoint, and traditional harmony. Other important topics are rhythmic organization, analysis and composition of melodies, phrase structure, and harmonic analysis of excerpts from the standard repertoire. Corequisite: MTH 1410, 1420, 2410, 2420, 3410, and MPE 1010
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2.00 Credits
1420, 2410 2420, 3410, 3420 2 credits (per semester). I, III, V: Fall; II, IV, VI: Spring Exercises in sight singing and ear training; modal, tonal, chromatic, and atonal melodies in seven clefs, rhythmic exercises to three voices; melodic, rhythmic, and chordal dictation. Six sequential semesters required. Corequisite: MTH 1010, 1020, 2050, 3050, 4050, and MPE 1010
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2.00 Credits
1425, 2415 2425 2 credits (per semester). I, III: Fall; II, IV: Spring Topics include: hearing chord progressions, from simple to complex; singing and analysis of pop, jazz, rock, and symphonic compositions; rhythmic dictation and playing by ear. More advanced topics include transcribing bass lines and melodies, African rhythm, and simple improvisation.
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2.00 Credits
1440, 2430 2440 2 credits (per semester). I, III: Fall; II, IV: Spring Development of the ear specific to the jazz vernacular, focusing on melodic, rhythmic, and harmonic models. The methodology presented in each class is applied in ear training sessions with class partners. Dictation and singing are used to develop aural skills. Students learn to hear and transcribe contextual examples of jazz and to respond accurately while participating in performance settings.
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2.00 Credits
1445, 2435 2445, 3435, 3445 2 credits (per semester). I, III, V: Fall; II, IV, VI: Spring Encompasses the standard canon of conservatory theory studies, with the paradigm for instruction being linguistic-interpretive. Toward this end, the curriculum interfaces with the works being studied in the private vocal studios and with the operas and other concert works being prepared by the entire department. The historical development surrounding each facet of the curriculum, and of each work under consideration, is also studied.
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1.50 Credits
1446, 2436 2446 1.5 credits (per semester). I, III: Fall; II, IV: Spring An extensive exploration of the elements of sight singing, rhythmic study, and solfège, with progressive practical application throughout four semesters of study.
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1.00 Credits
1447, 2437 2447 1 credit (per semester). I, III: Fall; II, IV: Spring Establishes a familiarity with the keyboard and a thorough knowledge of essential skills to empower students in their pursuit of independent repertoire study.
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