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MUSC
10 courses with the subject MUSC, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
MUSC 1010Music Appreciation3
A general overview of the field of traditional European classical music within its historical, philosophical, and sociological context. The emphasis is on gaining familiarity with stylistic characteristics and representative composers as well as the acquisition of listening skills. Music of the non-western world as well as the western world will be included. No previous music experience is required.
An introduction to the roots of American popular music including blues, jazz, rock-n-roll, big band, and country. Discussion will center around the roles that culture and human diversity play in the development of "popular" musical styles and the interrelationships of these musical styles.
An introductory course that explores music in its original cultural settings throughout the world. Music of African, American Indian, Asian, Latin American, and Indian peoples will be studied and listened to. No previous musical experience is required.
A course designed to acquaint students with music of various American Indian tribes, with a focus on music of the Ojibwe- Anishinaabeg. The course will take an historical approach examining various musical styles and genres of American Indian music from its earliest recordings through to the present. Students will develop an understanding of American Indian music while hearing, discussing, analyzing and participating in the American Indian musical experience.
This course is for the student interested in acquiring the basic knowledge of Music Theory. The basic concepts of rhythm, melody, and harmony are studied, as well as chord inversions, altered chords, simple forms, and cadences. Students are introduced to the playing of instruments such as the recorder and piano. Students planning to major in Elementary Education must take this course to fulfill the requirements for an Elementary Education degree. Music majors and minors will need to take this course in sequence with Music 1041.
This course is a continuation of Music 1040. It is required for students planning to major or minor in music. Ear training, sight-singing, and musical analysis are an integral part of this class. The student will also be introduced to 7th chords, nonharmonic tones, secondary dominant chords, dominant chords, borrowing chords, and voice leading in addition to harmonization and composition.
The choir is a performance organization of mixed voices. Concerts are prepared using sacred and secular, a cappella and accompanied music. A requirement for vocal music majors and minors. May be taken for credit or as an activity (noncredit). May be repeated for credit. Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College Catalog 2026-2027 Page 151 of 180
Subject
MUSC
Type
course
Repeatable
May be taken for credit or as an activity (noncredit).
Small instrumental ensembles allow students to explore literature for their particular instruments. Brass, woodwind, Percussion, or string ensembles are organized according to the interests of the students. May be taken for credit or as an activity (noncredit). May be repeated for credit. APPLIED MUSIC (Fifteen 30-minute lessons per semester) 1 credit Half-hour private music lessons are given on a one-to-one basis by arrangement with the instructor for anyone who is interested in studying voice or an instrument. Lessons may be taken each semester. A grade of C or better is required to progress to the next level. Students planning on majoring in music at their transfer institution should take lessons every semester. Lessons are highly recommended for music minors and for elementary education majors. MUSC 1080/1180/2080/2180 Voice MUSC 1081/1181/2081/2181 Piano MUSC 1082/1182/2082/2182 Brass MUSC 1083/1183/2083/2183 Woodwind MUSC 1084/1184/2084/2184 Percussion MUSC 1085/1185/2085/2185 Strings MUSC 1086/1186/2086/2186 Guitar MUSC 1087/1187/2087/2187 Banjo
Subject
MUSC
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
credit
Type
course
Repeatable
May be taken for credit or as an activity (noncredit).
This course offers an immersive experience in hand drumming, exploring its rich Anishinaabeg heritage and evolving traditions, with a focus on gender roles in drumming across Turtle Island. Students will learn to drum individually and in groups, and sing to accompany the drum. The course includes hands-on practice, collaborative sessions, and a public performance to showcase their skills and understanding of diverse drumming practices, especially those from 20th and 21st century North America Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College Catalog 2026-2027 Page 152 of 180
