Music

Courses

MUSC-100: Music Appreciation

Credits 3.0

Study of the elements and styles of music through listening, reading, and lecture. Reading knowledge of music is not required. This course meets a General Education Core Curriculum requirement. Fall/Spring.

MUSC-103: Tri-State Community Chorus

Credits 1.0

*Each music ensemble course may be repeated for additional credit; however, a maximum 8 credit hours of music ensemble courses may be applied to a baccalaureate degree. Concurrent enrollment in MUSC 103 and 113 is not allowed. Prerequisite for all music ensemble courses except 103&133: audition with the Director. Fall/Spring

MUSC-111: Music Theory I

Credits 3.0

Fundamentals of musicianship: aural and writing skills, harmony, and analysis. Harmonic vocabulary includes functional use of diatonic triads in major and minor keys. Minimum grade of C or better to pass for Music minors. May be repeated once. Fall.

MUSC-112: Music Theory II

Credits 3.0

Continuing aural and writing skills, harmony, and analysis. Prerequisite: MUSC 111 minimum grade of "C". Spring May be repeated once. Spring.

MUSC-143A: Pep Band

Credits 1.0

*Each music ensemble course may be repeated for additional credit; however, a maximum 8 credit hours of music ensemble courses may be applied to a baccalaureate degree. Concurrent enrollment in MUSC 103 and 113 is not allowed. Prerequisite for all music ensemble courses except 103&133: audition with the Director. Fall/Spring

MUSC-143G: Jazz Ensemble

Credits 1.0

*Each music ensemble course may be repeated for additional credit; however, a maximum 8 credit hours of music ensemble courses may be applied to a baccalaureate degree. Concurrent enrollment in MUSC 103 and 113 is not allowed. Prerequisite for all music ensemble courses except 103&133: audition with the Director. Fall/Spring

MUSC-153: Concert Band

Credits 1.0

*Each music ensemble course may be repeated for additional credit; however, a maximum 8 credit hours of music ensemble courses may be applied to a baccalaureate degree. Concurrent enrollment in MUSC 103 and 113 is not allowed. Prerequisite for all music ensemble courses except 103&133: audition with the Director. Fall/Spring

MUSC-163: Applied Lessons I

Credits 1.0

A sequential studio course of increasing difficulty and level of accomplishment utilizing a step-by-step approach to music technique that introduces musical fundamentals. As needed.

MUSC-467: Appalachian Music

Credits 3.0

This course is an introduction to Appalachian Music. It will examine several different musical styles from this genre including both vocal and instrumental. The goals of this course include developing an appreciation of Appalachian Music as well as gaining an understanding of the common performance practices associated with this musical dialect. As needed.

MUSC-468: Survey of World Music

Credits 3.0

This course is designed to familiarize students with selected music cultures from around the world and at home. This course meets a General Education Core Curriculum requirement. As needed.