Classes

MUA 100               (2)

Elementary Piano Class.‡

Non-music majors. No prior keyboard experience.

MUA 101, 102         (2, 2)

Elementary Piano Class.‡

Practical keyboard facility; fundamentals of music.

Music majors only.

MUA 101 may be exempted by a qualifying exam which should be taken before registration for the class. 101 offered Fall Semester; 102 offered Spring Semester.

MUA 104               (2)

Guitar Class.

A study of the performance techniques and basic repertoire for classical, blues and folk guitarstyles. Includes chords and scales.

Non-music majors are also welcome in this course (no prerequisite, but students must supply their own guitar).

Offered Spring Semester.

CLASSES

MUA 207               (2)

Brass Class.‡

A study of scales and techniques of brass instruments.

Offered Spring Semester.

MUA 210. Woodwind Class. (2)
A study of scales and techniques of woodwind instruments.
Offered Fall Semester.

 MUA 213               (2)

Percussion Class.‡

A study of rudiments and techniques of the percussion instruments.

Offered Fall Semester.

LESSONS

MUA 105. String Class.‡ (2)
A study of rudiments and techniques of stringed instruments.
Offered Fall Semester.

MUA 110               (0)

Voice Studio.

A weekly studio master class required of all students taking voice lessons.

Concurrent enrollment in MUA 115, 116, 215, 216, 315, 316, 415, 416 .      

MUA 115, 116, 215, 216,

315, 316, 415, 416         (1-4)

Voice I.†

Major or secondary instrument.

Concurrent enrollment in MUA 110 with MUA 115, 116, 215, 216, 315, 316, 415, 416.

MUA 121, 122, 221, 222,

321, 322, 421, 422         (1-4)

Piano I.†

Major or secondary instrument.

MUA 125, 126, 225, 226,

325, 326, 425, 426         (1-4)

Organ I.†

Major or secondary instrument.

MUA 131, 132, 231, 232,

331, 332, 431, 432         (1-4)

Improvisation.†

An interpretation of improvisation nomenclature; chord symbols, scales, modes.

MUA 141, 142, 241, 242,

341, 342, 441, 442         (1-4)

Brass Instrument.†

Major or secondary instrument.

MUA 145, 146, 245, 246,

345, 346, 445, 446         (1-4)

Woodwind Instrument.†

Major or secondary instrument.

MUA 155, 156, 255, 256,

355, 356, 455, 456         (1-4)

Percussion Instrument.†

Major or secondary instrument.

MUA 165/166, 265/266, 365/366, 465/466               (1-4)

Guitar Lessons.†

A study of the performance techniques, chords, and scales.

Recitals

A student must be studying applied music with a member of the Newberry College faculty in the area or areas in which he or she will be presenting a recital during the semester in which he or she presents the recital.

MUA 380               (1)

Recital.

Performance of approximately 30 minutes.

Offered at departmental discretion.

MUA 480               (2)

Recital.

Performance of approximately 60 minutes.

Offered at departmental discretion.

MUSIC ENSEMBLES (MUE)

Every music major is required to take part in either the Marching/

Concert Band or the Newberry College Singers each semester. These ensembles are also open to non-music majors by audition. Marching/ Concert Band and Newberry College Singers can be taken for either one credit or zero credit.

The following ensembles are open to all students by audition:   Brass Ensemble (MUE 107--zero credit), Jazz Ensemble (MUE 104--zero or one credit), Jazz Combo (MUE 105—zero or one credit ) Percussion Ensemble (MUE 108--zero credit), Vocal Ensemble (MUE 112--zero or one credit), and Woodwind Ensemble (MUE 106--zero or one credit).

Note that students who choose “zero credit” for ensembles that offer this option will   still receive a grade for the ensemble on their transcript.

MUE 101               (0-1)

Marching Band.

Required for all Instrumental majors.

Offered Fall Semester.

MUE 102               (0-1)

Concert Band.

Required for all Instrumental majors.

Offered Spring Semester.

MUE 104               (0-1)

Jazz Ensemble.

Offered every semester.

MUE 105. Jazz Combo.   (0-1)

MUE 106  A            (0-1)

Clarinet Quartet

Offered every semester.

MUE 106-B. Flute Quartet.   (0-1)

Offered every semester.

MUE 106-C. Saxophone Quartet.   (0-1)

Offered every semester.

MUE 107               (0)

Brass Ensemble.

Offered every semester.

MUE 108               (0)

Percussion Ensemble.

Offered every semester, as student enrollment permits.

MUE 111               (0-1)

Newberry College Singers.

Required for vocal and choral music majors in the B.M.E. Program.

Offered every semester.

MUE 112               (0-1)

Madrigals.

Offered every semester.

MUSIC HISTORY

(MUS)

MUS 141               (3)

History of American Music

A study of the development of American music beginning with Native American music and
then progressing from Colonial music to contemporary American music. The first half of the
course will cover classical and folk music, while the second half will examine jazz, rock, and
popular music styles. This course will usually be team taught within the music department.
Satisfies Core Curriculum requirements in Fine Arts, Area E-3 (1995) and Area C-3 (2005).
Offered Spring Semester.

MUS 341               (3)

History of Music I:

Early and Religious Music.

For Music majors or by permission of instructor.
A study of the development of music from ancient times through the middle Baroque period,
emphasizing sacred music.
Satisfies Core Curriculum requirements in Fine Arts, Area E-3 (1995) and Area C-3 (2005).
Offered Fall Semester.

MUS 342               (3)

History of Music II.

For Music majors or by permission of instructor.
A study of the development of music from the late Baroque period through the present.
Satisfies Core Curriculum requirements in Fine Arts, Area E-3 (1995) and Area C-3 (2005).
Offered at departmental discretion.

MUS 343               (3)

History of Sacred Music:

For Music Majors or by permission of instructor.
The student will experience the great wealth of hymns, anthems, oratorios, and other sacred
music from the direct and simple to the most ornate and complex. The student will become
familiar with the history of sacred music from its origins in the Old Testament and Gregorian
Chant to twentieth century Black Gospel style by listening to representative works from each
period of music history.
Satisfies Core Curriculum requirements in Fine Arts, Area E-3 (1995) and Area C-3 (2005).
Offered at departmental discretion.

MUSIC LITERATURE

(MUS)

MUS 100               (0)

Repertory Seminar.

Weekly performing and listening experiences, including student, faculty, and guest recitals and concerts. Written critiques of selected performances will be required of all students.

Eight semesters required of all music majors. A minimum of four semesters is required for Arts Management majors who select music as the area of specialization.

Graded on S-U basis.

Offered every semester.

MUS 150               (3)

Introduction to Music Literature.

For non-music majors only.
Survey of the music of Western Civilization through lectures and recordings.
Satisfies Core Curriculum requirements in Fine Arts, Area E-3 (1995) and Area C-3 (2005).
Offered Fall Semester; offered Spring Semester at departmental discretion.

MUS 151               (3)

Music Literature.

Survey of musical styles and forms of the Middle Ages, Renaissance, Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and Contemporary periods.   Analytical listening.

For Music majors or by permission of Department Chair.

Fulfills the teacher certification requirements for Music Education students.

Offered Spring Semester.

 MUS 261               (3)

World Music

A study of the music of a wide variety of cultures around the world, including the relationships
between music and society. This is primarily a lecture and listening course.
Satisfies Core Curriculum requirements in Fine Arts, Area E-3 (1995) and Area C-3 (2005).
Offered at departmental discretion.

MUS 262               (3)

Music and the Romantics.

A study of Nineteenth Century Romanticism in music emphasizing the influence of literature
and nationalism.
This course may utilize team teaching either within the music department or across curricular
lines.
Satisfies Core Curriculum requirements in Fine Arts, Area E-3 (1995) and Area C-3 (2005).
Offered at departmental discretion.

MUS 350               (2)

Vocal Literature.

A survey of materials utilized in teaching and performance from all periods.

Offered at departmental discretion.

MUS 351               (2)

Woodwind Literature.

A survey of materials utilized in teaching and performance from all periods.

Offered at departmental discretion.

MUS 352               (2)

Brass Instrument Literature.

A survey of materials utilized in teaching and performance from all periods.

Offered at departmental discretion.

MUS 353               (2)

Piano Literature.

A survey of materials utilized in teaching and performance from all periods.

Offered at departmental discretion.

MUS 359               (2)

Stylistic Analysis.

A study of Western musical style and form from Gregorian Chant to the present, stressing aural analysis.

Offered at departmental discretion.

MUSIC THEORY

(MUS)

MUS 171               (2)

Ear Training I.

Sight singing and melodic and harmonic dictation on the elementary level.

Offered Fall Semester.

MUS 172               (2)

Ear Training II.

Prerequisite: MUS 171
Sight singing and melodic and harmonic dictation on the intermediate level.
Offered Spring Semester.

MUS 173               (2)

Theory of Music I .

Melodic and harmonic invention.   A   study of triads and dominant seventh chords in all major tonalities. Practical application of all harmonic materials at the keyboard. Modulation to the key of the dominant. Form and analysis.

Offered Fall Semester.

MUS 174               (2)

Theory of Music II.

Prerequisite: MUS 173
Melodic and harmonic invention. A study of diminished seventh and secondary dominant
chords in all major and minor tonalities. Practical application of all harmonic materials at the
keyboard. Modulation to closely related keys. Form and analysis and arranging.
Offered Spring Semester.

MUS 271               (1)

Ear Training III.

Prerequisite: MUS 172
Advanced melodic and harmonic dictation corresponding to the vocabulary of the harmonic
materials in Music 273.
Offered Fall Semester.

MUS 273               (3)

Theory of Music III.

Prerequisite: MUS 174
A study of secondary dominants Neapolitan sixth, and augmented sixth chords in all major and
minor tonalities. Practical application of all harmonic materials at the keyboard. Creative
writing in small structures. Form and analysis and arranging. Modulation to foreign related
keys through the use of chromatic harmonic materials.
Offered Fall Semester.

MUS 274               (3 or 4)

Theory of Music IV.

Prerequisite: MUS 273.
An introduction to 20th century music. A study of impressionistic techniques. Examination of
pandiatonic and mirror harmony, polychordal, polytonal, and atonal writing. Creative
composition.
Bachelor of Music Education students, 3 hours; Bachelor of Music students, 4 hours;
Bachelor of Arts-Applied, 3 hours; Bachelor of Arts-Theory majors, 4 hours.
Offered Spring Semester.

MUS 365               (2)

Foreign Language Diction for Singers.

A study of proper diction of Italian, German, and French for singing. Use of the International Phonetic Alphabet. Translating skills emphasized. Courses must be taken in sequence.

Required for Bachelor of Music degree voice majors.

MUS 365 will NOT meet the Core Curriculum requirement in foreign languages, Area B-1.

Offered at departmental discretion.

MUS 366               (2)

Counterpoint .

Prerequisite:   MUS 273.

Analysis of 18th century counterpoint and composing in this style.

Offered at departmental discretion.

MUS 367               (2)

Composition and Analysis.

Prerequisite:   MUS 274.

A study of 20th century composition techniques; analysis of 20th century music.

Offered at departmental discretion.

MUS 463               (2)

Orchestration.

Prerequisite:   MUS 274.

A study of the individual instruments of the orchestra and band; orchestra and band arranging.

Offered at departmental discretion.

MUSIC EDUCATION

(MUS)

MUS 251. Introduction to Jazz History. (1)
A study of the history of jazz from its origins to the present which will include styles of jazz,
composers, and performers.
This class is designed primarily for music education majors.
Students who are not music majors may take the class with the permission of the instructor. 

MUS 252. Introduction to World Music. (1)
A survey of music from a variety of cultures around the world.
This class is designed primarily for music education majors.
Students who are not music majors may take the class with the permission of the instructor.

MUS 370               (3)

Music for the Elementary Teacher.

Materials and methods for the elementary classroom teacher.

Required for Elementary   Education majors.

Offered Spring Semester.

MUS 371               (2)

Vocal Pedagogy.

Prerequisite:   Sophomore class standing.   Offered Spring Semester .

 A study of the voice as a musical instrument and vocal teaching methods.

Offered at departmental discretion.

MUS 372               (2)

Woodwind Pedagogy.

A study of woodwind teaching methods.

Offered at departmental discretion.

MUS 373               (2)

Piano Pedagogy.

A study of piano teaching methods.

Offered at departmental discretion.

MUS 374               (2)

Brass Pedagogy.

A study of brass instrument teaching methods.

Offered at departmental discretion.

MUS 377               (2)

Choral Conducting.

Prerequisite:   MUS 174 or permission of instructor

Interpretation of choral works, use of the baton, and rehearsal techniques; practical experience with chorus; methods and observations.

Offered Fall Semester.

MUS 378               (2)

Instrumental Conducting.

Interpretation of   instrumental works, use of the baton and gestures, and rehearsal techniques; practical experience with band; instrumental methods and observations; arranging for band.

Offered Spring Semester.

MUS 382               (3)

Music and Technology.

Prerequisite: EDU 282 (passed or exempted).

A study of instructional design principles, multi-media tools, and their use in the P-12 music education classroom. Students will use electronic keyboards, midi-equipped personal computers, and appropriate software to integrate and assess teaching and learning with technology in the P-12 music education curriculum. Web-based threaded discussion and instruction will accompany some aspects of the course.

This course will usually be team-taught within the Music Department.

Required of all Music Education students before enrolling in student teaching. Music education students must pass or exempt EDU 282 before taking this course. Other music majors and non-music majors may enroll with permission of the instructor.

Offered Spring Semester.

MUS 470               (2)

Elementary School Music Education.

Elementary school methods, materials.

Required for teacher certification for choral and instrumental music education majors.

Offered annually at departmental discretion.

MUS 471               (2)

Instrumental Methods and Materials.

Materials and methods of public school instrumental music at all levels.

Required for teacher certification for instrumental music education majors.

Offered at departmental discretion.

MUS 472               (2)

Secondary School Choral Methods.

Prerequisites:   Junior class standing and passing piano proficiency

Materials and methods for the public school choral music program.

Required for teacher certification for choral music education majors.

Offered at departmental discretion.

MUS 483 (493). Practice of Church Music .     (3)

A survey of the practical and theological aspects of church music. Includes techniques for leading rehearsals and music in worship, as well as practical experience with handbells, Orff instruments, and keyboard instruments. Also includes a survey of hymnody and liturgy .

Offered at departmental discretion

Music (MUS—Jazz Studies)

MUS 311. History of Jazz. (3)
Prerequisite: Music Literature (MUS 151)
A study of the history of jazz from ragtime to the present and the influence of jazz musicians on
current trends in jazz.
Offered Fall Semester, alternate years.

MUS 312. Jazz Theory and Arranging. (3)
Prerequisite: Theory I and Theory II (MUS 173 and MUS 174)
A study of music theory as it is used in jazz and how it relates to musical composition. There is
an emphasis on arranging music for performance in jazz settings.
Offered Spring Semester, alternate years.

MUS 331. Improvisation I. (2)
Prerequisite: Jazz Theory and Arranging (MUS 312)
A study of the art and techniques of jazz improvisation at the beginning to intermediate level.
The class will include practical application of these techniques in a lab band setting.
Offered Fall Semester, alternate years

MUS 332. Improvisation II. (2)
Prerequisite: Improvisation I (MUS 331)
A study of the art and techniques of jazz improvisation at the intermediate to advanced level.
The class will include practical application of these techniques in a lab band setting. Also
included will be study of improvisational styles of specific jazz performers.
Offered Spring Semester, alternate years.

OTHER MUSIC (MUS)

MUS 491, 492               (1-3, 1-3)

Independent Study.

Independent study in a selected field or problem area of music. The topic or problem to be chosen will be in consultation with the Department of Music staff member under whose guidance the study will be conducted.

MUS 493               (3)

Church Music Administration and Internship.

A survey of church music methods, a study of service playing techniques, rehearsal techniques, children's choir techniques, and practical experience with a church internship.

Offered at departmental discretion.

MUS 495               (1-3)

Internship.

Internships or practical experience in an approved program of study.  Limited to majors in the department.  

Subject to regulations and restrictions on page 56.

MUS 499               (1-3)

Senior Essay.

A project requiring scholarly

research.