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Course Criteria
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1.00 Credits
A course for further development of keyboard reading and playing techniques by the use of hymns, choruses, and standard keyboard repertoire. Keyboard theory includes the study of triads, inversions, and scale technique. Prerequisite: Piano III or advanced standing.
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1.00 Credits
A course to further develop keyboard skills through the playing of hymns, contemporary song arrangements, and standard keyboard repertoire. Keyboard theory includes three forms of the minor scale and form analysis of hymns. Prerequisite: Piano IV.
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1.00 Credits
A course to continue development of keyboard skills through the playing of contemporary arrangements and standard keyboard repertoire. Keyboard theory includes the study of simple modulations and transpositions. Prerequisite: Piano V.
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1.00 Credits
A beginning course in the methodologies of piano instruction. The student will be trained in the fundamentals of piano teaching, will examine the learning process, and will explore the application of pedagogy, especially as these are applied to elementary through intermediate students. Teaching materials, technology, class piano methods, and lesson plans will be reviewed for various instructional applications.
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1.00 Credits
A continuing course in the methodologies of piano instruction. The student will be trained in the fundamentals of piano teaching, will examine the learning process, and will explore the application of pedagogy, especially as these are applied to elementary through intermediate students. Teaching materials, technology, class piano methods, and lesson plans will be reviewed for various instructional applications.
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1.00 Credits
An intermediate course in the methodologies of piano instruction. The student will be trained in the fundamentals of piano teaching, will examine the learning process, and will explore the application of pedagogy, especially as these are applied to elementary through intermediate students. Teaching materials, technology, class piano methods, and lesson plans will be reviewed for various instructional applications.
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3.00 Credits
A course beginning with the study of triads, inversions, cadences, introductory four-part writing in major and minor keys, basics of voice leading, harmonic progressions and non-harmonic tones. Melodic, rhythmic dictation, and further ear training development to include interval recognition, interval singing, identifying meter, and recognizing rhythmic elements will also be studied. Prerequisite: Music Fundamentals proficiency.
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3.00 Credits
A course beginning with the study harmonic progressions, non-harmonic tones, construction of 7th, 9th, and 13th chords, secondary dominants, modulations, borrowed chords, augmented sixth chords, non chord tones, altered chords and a variety of four-part writing styles and analysis. Melodic dictation and further ear training development will be included throughout the course. Prerequisite: Music Theory I.
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1.00 Credits
An introductory course in practical music ministry applications. During the sophomore year, each music ministry student will be involved in supporting a music ministry project to include up to 50 service hours, plus weekly sessions with the music supervisor. In coordination with the chair of the music ministries program, the student will be involved in community outreach, music organization, and ministry interaction within the music department.
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3.00 Credits
A systematic study of hymns, hymn mechanics, using hymns effectively, and historical perspectives are explored. This study will include music of Protestant churches with a survey of hymns, gospel songs, contemporary praise and worship choruses, and hymnal and chorus book analysis throughout history. Comparisons of evangelical church music history and Nazarene hymn practices are foundational.
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