40 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 1104Class Piano I3
Provides a sequential study of music fundamentals, written music theory, historical context, and basic skills required to play the piano/keyboard. This course is designed for the beginning piano student. Major Content Areas Application/Performance: 40% Historical Context: 10% Notation: 30% Other Theoretical Concepts: 10% Scale Construction: 10% Learning Outcomes Develop performance and/or public speaking skills, and Develop a basic vocabulary with which to describe musical concepts Critically evaluate your own involvement in the performance process and articulately evaluate other performances. Obtain an increased understanding of the acoustic piano and electric keyboard and how each works. Develop basic musical skills, such as sight-reading, scale construction, basic and advanced musical notation, rhythm and pitch identification; concepts which engage the student in the creative process in preparation for performance Obtain a basic understanding of the historical and cultural contexts surrounding the pieces performed Learn ways in which to improvise in a given style Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MNTC) Goals 06 - Humanities/Fine Arts
Encompasses a vocal performance experience open to any student who wishes to sing in an ensemble. The choir performs at least one concert each semester on campus, with additional performances for special events every term. The musical selection and themes vary from semester to semester, which cover choral music from Medieval times to the present day in the western classical, popular, vernacular, and global music traditions. Attendance is required at the final performance and all other scheduled performances. This course performs/features new musical repertoire/content every semester and may be repeated as often as desired. Major Content Areas There are two scheduled rehearsals each week with at least one major concert presented on campus every semester. Throughout the course, students develop basic skills related to music theory and sight-singing, learn healthy vocal techniques, and gain heightened understanding of music in an historical context.
Provides a sequential study of music fundamentals, music theory, historical context, and the skills to play intermediate and advanced piano repertoire. This course is designed for the student with some piano experience. Pre-Requisites MUSC 1104 Major Content Areas Notation. Scale construction. Technique. Application/performance. Historical context. Learning Outcomes Demonstrate the ability to read basic music notation. Demonstrate written knowledge of rudimentary music theory concepts to include scale construction, intervals, accidentals, chord construction, and meter. Demonstrate understanding of fundamental musical concepts through performance: voice or instrument (piano recorder, guitar, or other instrument). Develop an awareness for the historical context in which music (present and past) has been written. Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MNTC) Goals 06 - Humanities/Fine Arts
Develops basic vocal techniques. Songs and other materials will be suited to the student’s abilities. This course is intended for the beginning singer and students preparing for private lessons. It is open to anyone interested in developing vocal abilities. Major Content Areas The Human Voice as a Musical Instrument: 30% Basic musicianship skills: 10% Songs to further apply vocal techniques: 30% Vocal exercises and techniques and application to vocal production and performance: 30% Learning Outcomes Demonstrate proficiency in basic vocal techniques Attend a public vocal performance and prepare a written critique Articulate an understanding of the vocal anatomy and proper care of the voice Demonstrate stage presence through the presentation of a song to an audience Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MNTC) Goals 06 - Humanities/Fine Arts
Introduces group African hand and stick drumming, singing, and dancing (with an emphasis on drumming). African Drumming is an ensemble and grading is based on participation and attendance of class and performances. This class is a learning and performing ensemble and taught through oral tradition with written aid when necessary. Students are encouraged to use their memory in retaining the music and cultural information that accompanies the music being played. By learning traditional methods, students will also gain personal insights on the cultures and ethnic groups covered. This course performs/features new musical repertoire/content every semester and may be repeated as often as desired. Major Content Areas 15% African Dancing: (5%) Gahu; (5%) Kuku; (5%) stone passing games 70% African Drumming: (25%) Stick drumming; (25%) hand drumming; (5%) bell and time keeping technique; (15%) cultural aspects 15% African Singing: (5%) children’s songs; (5%) women’s songs; (5%) war songs Learning Outcomes Students will gain proficiency in West African Hand and Stick Drumming techniques, and Dance Students will demonstrate ability to retain information via oral transmission Students will synthesize patterns and apply critical thinking skills in order to improvise and construct African musical gestures in the proper style Students will gain an understanding, perspective, and general overview of several African socio-musical cultural issues Describe the role culture and globalization plays in the creation of music. Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MNTC) Goals 06 - Humanities/Fine Arts 08 - Global Perspective
Provides an overview of the essential elements of music needed to understand structure, gain historical perspective, write and compose music, and communicate clearly about/through this art form. This includes introductory music theory, history and performance practice, listening, and other related subject area concepts. Major Content Areas Basic music theory. Music Notation. Performance Techniques. Historical context. Listening and identification. Formal Identification. Learning Outcomes Demonstrate the ability to read basic music notation. Demonstrate written knowledge of rudimentary music theory concepts to include scale construction, intervals, accidentals, chord construction, and meter. Demonstrate understanding of fundamental musical concepts through performance: voice or instrument (piano, recorder, guitar, or other instrument). Develop an awareness for the historical context in which music (present and past) has been written. Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MNTC) Goals 06 - Humanities/Fine Arts
Embodies the notational materials and structures of music, approached through writing and analysis. This course is the first of a two semester sequence of harmonic, formal and contrapuntal analysis encompassing the 16th through the 17th centuries. Major Content Areas Pitch, clefs, the piano keyboard 7.5% Chords and Inversions 30% Scales and Key Signatures 17.5% Meter 15% Notation Basics 15% Intervals 15% Learning Outcomes Apply the knowledge of theoretical elements, construction and practices of music notation. Identify the use of contemporary theoretical applications to historical models of Western European music as they chronologically incorporate the aesthetic of other cultures. Compare and contrast the compositional styles and genres of composers of differing nationalities and historical periods. Use notational mechanics, formulas and terminology in musical analysis. Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MNTC) Goals 06 - Humanities/Fine Arts
Embodies the notational materials and structures of music, approached through writing and analysis. This course is the second of a two semester sequence of harmonic, formal and contrapuntal analysis encompassing the 18th through the 20th centuries. Pre-Requisites MUSC 1111 Major Content Areas Contrapuntal Techniques 10% Neapolitan, Augmented Sixth, and other Chromatic Chord Functions 15% Modal Chords and Mode Mixture 10% Formal Analysis 20% Basic Diatonic Chord Function (triads and seventh chords) 20% Secondary Dominants and Modulatory Chords 15% Non-Diatonic Harmonies and Functions 10% Learning Outcomes Use notational mechanics, formulas and terminology in musical analysis. Identify the use of contemporary theoretical applications to historical models of Western European music as they chronologically incorporate the aesthetic of other cultures. Apply the knowledge of theoretical elements, construction and practices of music notation. Compare and contrast the compositional styles and genres of composers of differing nationalities and historical periods. Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MNTC) Goals 06 - Humanities/Fine Arts
Develops the ability to dictate and articulate musical pitches both heard and read from an introductory level through a course of study that gradually increases in complexity in rhythm, tonality and musical texture. Major Content Areas Melodic and Rhythmic Embellishment in Two-Voice Composition: 5.5% Notation and Scoring: 5.5% Pitch Intervals: 5.5% The Interaction of Melody and Harmony: More on Cadence, Phrase, and Melody: 5.5% Expanding the Basic Phrase: Leading-Tone, Cadential 6/4, and Passing Chords: 5.5% Beat, Meter and Rhythmic Values: Compound Meters: 5.5% Further Expansions of the Basic Phrase: Predominance, 6/4 chords, and other diatonic chords: 5.5% Intervals in Action (Two-Voice Composition): 5.5% Chorale Harmonization and Figured Bass: 5.5% Voicing Chords in Multiple Parts: Instrumentation: 5.5% Embellishing Tones: 5.5% Diatonic Sequences: 5.5% Pitch and Pitch class: 5.5% The Basic Phrase Model: Tonic and Dominant Voice-Leading: 5.5% Minor Keys and the Diatonic Modes: 6.5% Traids and Seventh Chords: 5.5% Pitch Collections, Scales, and Major Keys: 5.5% Beat, Meter and Rhythm: Simple Meters: 5.5% Learning Outcomes Interpret aurally the harmonic movement and structure of music and document the notational representation Read and articulate through vocalization the pitches and rhythms of a musical manuscript Engage in the improvisation of melodic, harmonic and rhythmic variation within a formal music structure Apply theoretical elements, construct and practice music notation Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MNTC) Goals 06 - Humanities/Fine Arts
Develops the ability to dictate and articulate musical pitches both heard and read from chromatic tonalities through serialism. This course is the second of a two semester sequence. This is a course of study that gradually increases in complexity in rhythm, tonality and musical texture. Pre-Requisites MUSC 1113 Major Content Areas Popular Song and Art Song: 5.5% Music Analysis with Sets: 5.5% Sets and Set Classes: 5.5% Modes, Scales, and Sets: 5.5% Variation and Rondo: 5.5% Tonicizing Scale Degrees Other Than V: 5.5% Secondary Dominants and Secondary Leading-Tone Chords; New Voice-Leading Chords: 5.5% Twelve-Tone Rows and the Row Matrix: 5.5% Ordered Segments and Serialism: 5.5% Chromaticism: 6.5% The Neapolitan Sixth and Augmented-Sixths: 5.5% Modulation to Closely Related Keys: 5.5% Binary and Ternary Forms: 5.5% Sonata-Form Movements: 5.5% 20th Century Organize Rhythm, Meter, and Duration: 5.5% Phrase Rhythm and Motivic Analysis: 5.5% Modal Mixture and Chromatic Mediants and Submediants: 5.5% 20th Century Chance prodecdures: 5.5% Learning Outcomes Interpret aurally the harmoic movement and structure of music and document the notational representation Engage in the improvisation of melodic, harmonic and rhythmic variation within a formal music structure Read and articulate through vocalization the pitches and rhythms of a musical manuscript Apply theoretical elements, construct and practice music notation Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MNTC) Goals 06 - Humanities/Fine Arts
Develops entry-level understanding of beginning guitar technique as well as understanding notation, improvisation, elementary chord construction and theory. This forum provides opportunity for students to explore their musical aspirations through Folk, Rock, Blues and Classical guitar. No previous musical experience is necessary but students must provide their own guitar. All types and styles of guitar are accepted. Major Content Areas Guitar tuning. Basic Chord Sequences. Classical Ensemble. Classical Techniques. Applied fundamental theory. Repertoire: classical, blues, and rock. Scales and technical exercises. Rhythm and note reading. Learning Outcomes Develop proficiency in tuning the guitar. Read and play melodic and two-part examples from the text. Demonstrate the skill of solo public performance. Demonstrate an understanding of the fundamentals of musical notation and theory. Write a descriptive criticism of a professional musical performance. Perform accompaniments to selected pieces of blues and rock progressions. Perform a multi-part/voice ensemble composition. Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MNTC) Goals 06 - Humanities/Fine Arts
Provides intermediate multi stylistic study of chord structure, notation, improvisation, composition, and ensemble.This course is designed for students who have completed Beginning class guitar ( MUSC 1119 ), have enrolled in Applied Guitar ( MUSC 1133 ) or have auditioned for Guitar faculty. Pre-Requisites MUSC 1133 , MUSC 1119 Major Content Areas Composition: 10% Fingerboard Theory: 10% Chord chart reading: 15% Improvisation 10% Ensemble: 30% Note reading: 25% Learning Outcomes Read major and minor chords in all positions of the fingerboard Read standard notation and follow a baton in a large ensemble Read two part notation with rhythmic subdivisions up to the sixteenth note Understand I, ii, IV, V and vi chord structure and learn to compose with these elements Improvise on the 12 bar blues Demonstrate knowledge of all the notes and the three basic chord forms of the finger board Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MNTC) Goals 06 - Humanities/Fine Arts
Introduces group Trinidadian Steel Drum playing and offers students the opportunity to perform in the IHCC Steel Drum Ensemble. Students taking this course (IHCC Steel Drum Ensemble) are expected to attend and participate in class, rehearsals, and perform at the final concert held at semester’s end. This experiential class is a learning and performing ensemble and taught primarily through oral tradition though it will often rely on written aid where applicable. Students are encouraged to use their memory in retaining the music and cultural information that accompanies the music being played. By learning traditional methods, students will also gain personal insights on the cultures and ethnic groups covered. No musical experience is necessary This course performs/features new musical repertoire/content every semester and may be repeated as often as desired. Major Content Areas 70% Steel Drumming: (5%) Note layout study; (10%) Chart reading and performance technique; (5%) Time keeping technique; (50%) Ensemble playing 15% Scales and Music Theory 15% Trinidad Culture: (5%) history; (5%) Carnival Study; (5%) Calypso Singing Learning Outcomes Demonstrate proficiency in Trinidadian Steel Drum techniques. Demonstrate ability to retain information via oral transmission Synthesize patterns and apply critical thinking skills in order to improvise and construct Trinidadian Calypso musical gestures in the proper style Demonstrate an understanding, perspective, and general overview of several Trinidadian and Caribbean socio-musical cultural issues Describe the role culture and globalization plays in the creation of music. Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MNTC) Goals 08 - Global Perspective 06 - Humanities/Fine Arts
Categorizes rules of language pronunciation as they apply to everyday situational usage. This course is intended for any student interested in language pronunciation and dialect, but also intended for beginning singers and musicians. Categorizes rules of language pronunciation as they apply to everyday situational usage. This course is intended for any student interested in language pronunciation and dialect, but also intended for beginning singers and musicians. Major Content Areas IPA symbols and sounds. English -Specific Phonemes. Italian- specific phonemes. Special characters, glides, inflection, dialect and combinations of sounds. Learning Outcomes Al Demonstrate comprehension of the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA). Use IPA to demonstrate understanding of phonemes in. Analyze English and Italian languages to develop diction. Compare and contrast dialects within a language within the context of vocal performance. Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MNTC) Goals 06 - Humanities/Fine Arts
Explores the various musical forms, structures, and lyrics of American popular music. This course is intended for any student interested in learning how to write songs (lyrics and music accompaniment). A basic knowledge of major and minor scale construction and rudimentary chord structure, though helpful, in not required. Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MNTC) Goals 06 - Humanities/Fine Arts
Provides individualized piano instruction to students through regularly scheduled lessons. Lessons are arranged directly with the instructor and a course of study will be chosen based on the student’s current skill level, abilities, and needs. These credits may be repeated as often as desired. An extra fee is required for this course. Major Content Areas Historical context and repertoire: 10% Music Theory: scales, notation, rhythm, etc. 25% Piano playing techniques: 40% Posture, positioning, and physical techniques: 10% Musicianship and performance skills: 15% Learning Outcomes Develop a vocabulary through which to intelligently communicate information about music Through performance, demonstrate proper hand positions, fingerings, pedaling, and other basic techniques Demonstrate understanding of notation and theoretical knowledge by application to performance of a variety of repertoire Perform literature appropriate to students playing level/abilities Investigate the contextual information related to the repertoire being performed
Provides individualized voice instruction to students through regularly scheduled lessons. Lessons are arranged directly with the instructor and a course of study will be chosen based on the student’s current skill level, abilities, and needs. These credits may be repeated as often as desired. An extra fee is required for this course. Major Content Areas Basic musicianship skills (aural skills, musical preparation): 10% Evaluation and reflection: 10% Literature exploration and preparatory research for performance: 30% Vocal exercises and techniques for proper vocal production: 50% Learning Outcomes Reflect on progress and improvement through journaling. Develop confidence and skills towards presenting a song. Attend a public vocal performance and prepare a written critique. Demonstrate healthy and efficient vocal production. Preparation of vocal literature suitable to the student’s abilities.
Provides students with individualized instruction to learn how to play the guitar. Lessons are arranged directly with the instructor and a course of study will be chosen based on the student’s current skill level, abilities, and needs. These credits may be repeated as often as desired. An extra fee is required for this course. Major Content Areas Literature: 25% Rhythm: 10% Exercises- Arpeggios, scales in thirds and/or sixths: 25% Sight Reading- single note and chords: 15% Scales-Pentatonic, Blues, Major, Minor (Harmonic & Melodic): 25% Learning Outcomes Investigate the contextual information related to the repertoire being performed. Develop a vocabulary through which to intelligently communicate information about music. Demonstrate proper hand positions, fingerings, and other basic techniques through performance. Demonstrate understanding of notation and theoretical knowledge by application to performance of a variety of repertoire. Perform literature appropriate to students playing level/abilities.
Provides private percussion lessons by arrangement with the instructor. This course will include a study of basic percussion techniques. Course work will be suited to the skill level of the student and these credits may be repeated as often as desired. An extra fee is required for this course. Course includes 15 half-hour lessons per term. Prereq: Instructor approval. Pre-Requisites Instructor approval Major Content Areas Exercises- Arpeggios, scales, harmony: 10% Coordination: 25% Sight Reading- single note, chords, rhythms: 15% Literature: 25% Rudiments: 25% Learning Outcomes Through performance, demonstrate proper basic techniques, rudiments, and coordination Develop a vocabulary through which to intelligently communicate information about music Demonstrate understanding of notation and theoretical knowledge by application to performance of a variety of repertoire and/or site-reading Investigate the contextual information related to the repertoire being performed Perform literature appropriate to students playing level/abilities
Provides private instrument lessons (other than voice, guitar, percussion) by arrangement with the music department and instructor. This course will include a study of basic instrumental techniques. Course work will be suited to the skill level of the student and these credits may be repeated as often as desired. An extra fee is required for this course. Pre-Requisites Instructor and departmental approval. Major Content Areas Historical context and repertoire: 10% Musicianship and performance skills: 15% Posture, positioning, and physical techniques: 10% Performance on Instrument: 40% Music Theory: scales, notation, rhythm, etc.: 25% Learning Outcomes Develop a vocabulary through which to intelligently communicate information about music Investigate the contextual information related to the repertoire being performed Perform literature appropriate to students playing level/abilities Demonstrate understanding of notation and theoretical knowledge by application to performance of a variety of repertoire Through performance, demonstrate proper basic techniques
Provides private lessons on High Brass Instruments (Trumpet and French Horn) by arrangement with the music instructor. This course will include a study of basic instrumental techniques. Course work will be suited to the skill level of the student and these credits may be repeated as often as desired. An extra fee is required for this course.
Provides private lessons on Low Brass Instruments (Trombone, Euphonium, Tuba) by arrangement with the music instructor. This course will include a study of basic instrumental techniques. Course work will be suited to the skill level of the student and these credits may be repeated as often as desired. An extra fee is required for this course.
MUSC 1138Applied String Lessons - Violin and Viola2
Provides private lessons on String Instruments (Violin, Viola) by arrangement with the music instructor. This course will include a study of basic instrumental techniques. Course work will be suited to the skill level of the student and these credits may be repeated as often as desired. An extra fee is required for this course.
Provides private lessons on Woodwind Instruments (saxophone, flute, oboe, bassoon, clarinet) by arrangement with the music instructor. This course will include a study of basic instrumental techniques. Course work will be suited to the skill level of the student and these credits may be repeated as often as desired. An extra fee is required for this course.
Surveys the development of music and how it has been and continues to be expressed, from antiquity to present day. As part of this investigation, students will be exposed to a number of different composers, listen to different types of music from different cultures, geographical locations, and times, and attend live performance(s). Major Content Areas Elements of Music. Middle Ages. Renaissance. Baroque. Classical. Romantic. 20th Century. Global/World Music. Learning Outcomes Demonstrate listening skills. Articulate the characteristics of various style periods and.Develop an awareness and understanding of music from 1450 to the 21st century. Respond critically to live music performance and recorded music examples. Analyze and synthesize the role of globalization and world cultures, and their impact on the creation of domestic, regional, and global music cultures. Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MNTC) Goals 08 - Global Perspective 06 - Humanities/Fine Arts
Provides learning experiences in the study of jazz music, musical instruments, jazz artists and outstanding musical performances. It includes the study of historical developments in jazz and its impact in other musical styles and world music. Attendance to two live concerts is required for grade at the student’s own expense. Major Content Areas Elements of Music in Jazz. Jazz Instrument Identification. Jazz History. Jazz Artists. Jazz Listening. Jazz Concerts Procedures. Learning Outcomes Demonstrate knowledge of the dynamics and protocol. Demonstrate knowledge of the musical instruments used in Jazz music. Identify selected Jazz tunes. Identify the different historical periods and important artists/performers of Jazz music .Analyze and synthesize the role of globalization and world cultures, and their impact on the creation of jazz. Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MNTC) Goals 06 - Humanities/Fine Arts
Explores the development of Rock and Roll music, and how it influenced the American experience and music history. Major Content Areas Contemporary pop and current trends: 10% Modern rock beginning in 1980: 10% Jazz/Blues: 10% Rap/Hip Hop: 10% Lyrical analysis: 10% Early Precursors: 10% Folk and early country: 10% Music form: 10% Genres of the 1970s: 10% Genres of the 1960s: 10% Learning Outcomes Demonstrate understanding of the roles music and society each contribute to formation of American popular music. Demonstrate understanding of course content through analysis of song lyrics and musical form both in-class and in written assignments. Demonstrate their understanding of an artist (personality, public persona, experience, time period, etc.) Respond critically to live music performance and recorded music examples. Analyze and synthesize the role of globalization andworld cultures, and their impact on the creation of domestic, regional, and global music cultures. Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MNTC) Goals 06 - Humanities/Fine Arts 08 - Global Perspective
Studies Broadway Musicals from 1880 to the present day. Open to all students interested in expanding their knowledge of Broadway Musicals. The class will include viewing recorded and live performances of Broadway shows. Students may be expected to attend one show of their own choice. The cost of this performance will be at the student’s expense. Major Content Areas 1940-1970 (Rodgers & Hammerstein): 20% 1980 - present (Modern operetta style): 10% Vaudeville and operetta: 10% Broadway in the Global Diaspora: 10% 1940 - 1970 (Rodgers & Hammerstein): 20% History of Broadway: 10% Golden Age of Broadway: 20% 1970 (Andrew Lloyd Weber): 20% Learning Outcomes Describe the basic elements of a musical theater production (i.e character development, voice types, sets, costumes) Examine the history and development of musical theatre as an art form. Compare and contrast major composers/lyricists and their contributions to the musical theatre genre. Analyze and synthesize observations from a live performance of musical theatre. Examine the development and proliferation of Broadway Musical performance centers across the globe (London, China, South America, etc.) Analyze and synthesize the role of globalization and world cultures, and their impact on the creation of domestic, regional, and global music cultures in Broadway Musicals. Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MNTC) Goals 06 - Humanities/Fine Arts 08 - Global Perspective
Explores music of the world’s cultures through examining a survey of traditional musical cultures from around the globe and an introduction to the ethnomusicological approach to the study of the world’s music. This approach studies music as a part ofa community’s culture which reflects itself through how music is used in the society, who creates and performs it and how its elements and form demonstrate the values of its practitioners. The focus is on learning how musicians around the world undestand their own music, and on exposure, appreciation and understanding of basic musical and cultural elements from the selected regions. Major Content Areas Approaches to analyzing Music Across Cultures. Music of the Middle East. Music of Africa. Music of the Americas. Music of Asia. Music of Europe. Ethnography. Learning Outcomes Analyze and synthesize observations from a live performance. Describe the basic modes of sound and music production of non-western cultures and their associated musical genres and styles. Demonstrate understanding of culture in music. Analyze and synthesize the role of globalization and world cultures, and their impact on the creation of domestic, regional, and global music cultures in the United States. Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MNTC) Goals 08 - Global Perspective 06 - Humanities/Fine Arts
Explores the “Sounds of the Cinema” and the drama in film that most often goes unnoticed. This class reveals the moments in American film music that make it the greatest industry in America. From the early silent films to present day action adventure movies, this course studies how film composers punctuate the production with music, magnifying dramatic intensity. Major Content Areas Functionality of film scoring.The operational aspects of the Film Music Industry Week-two. Music for Silent Films (1985-1927) Week three. Music in the early sound films Week-four. Symphonic film scores -Week-five. The Golden Age of film music of the40’s and 50’s weeks- six and seven. The Age of Versatility Weeks- eight and nine. New faces enter the ranks weeks ten-twelve. Film music of 1990’s to present weeks thirteen, fourteen and fifteen. Learning Outcomes Analyze and synthesize observations from a film example. Describe approaches to film music as an enhancement to the characters, plot and scenery. Demonstrate understanding of major film composers, genre and period. Identify historical influences and developments of film genres and their associated music. Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MNTC) Goals 06 - Humanities/Fine Arts
MUSC 1147Music Business - Marketing, Promotion And Publishing3
Presents an understanding of music industry in contemporary and historical styles as it relates to copyright laws, licensing, contracts, publicity and marketing. Other topics include the recording industry and management. Major Content Areas Overview, Songwriting and Publishing 15% Marketing, Publicity, and Product Promotion 20% Copyright, Licensing, and Contracting 20% Production 10% Agents, Managers, Attorneys Business Structures, Record Keeping and Digital Samples 10% Professionalism 10% Learning Outcomes Identify basic business practices within the music industry. Compare and contrast the operation of the independent, entrepreneurial side of the music industry. Identify basic business practices within the music industry. Develop critical awareness of current trends in music as they relate to cultural diversity and contrast these with past trends . Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MNTC) Goals 08 - Global Perspective 05 - Hist/Soc/Behav Sci
Presents an artistic appreciation of music through the form of production. Students will develop a methodical understanding of how to create a music video using and combining the recording and components of “Pro Tools” and “Final Cut Express” audio video software. Students will need to provide their own video cameras, download cables and DVD disk. Major Content Areas Visual parallels to the musical dynamic: 10% Recording organization and editing procedures: 10% Visual effect application to music: 10% Musical forms and compositional formulas: 10% Audio/video effect and style development: 10% Sequencing timeline and clip speed synchronization: 10% Camera setup, angles, perspectives and transitions: 10% Audio/video aesthetic analysis of established works: 10% Instrumentation and MIDI effects: 10% Software overview: 10% Learning Outcomes Examine and critique established examples of the medium Illustrate and compare the most economical procedures for recording and editing Consider marketing applications with this medium for self and commercial promotion Construct an audio and video recording and demonstrate their artistic approach with other students Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MNTC) Goals 06 - Humanities/Fine Arts
Provides students the opportunity to receive hands-on experience working with practical applications of audio recording technology. In this course, students will examine and learn techniques in multi-track recording, virtual/live track integration, session management, digital and analog audio recording procedures, and system trouble-shooting. Major Content Areas Trouble shooting: 15% Mic set up (hook-up, patches, placement, etc.): 25% Audio/Video synchronizing: 5% Audio CPU system analysis: 10% Application of multi-tracking and live/virtual integration: 20% Audio recording theory: 25% Learning Outcomes Create a final audio recording using live and virtual audio material Demonstrate ability to competently trouble-shoot audio recording applications and scenarios Examine, critique, and explain current audio theories and examples Construct a final audio file/resume Proactive application of audio recording techniques in a live setting Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MNTC) Goals 06 - Humanities/Fine Arts
Provides students the opportunity to receive hands-on experience working with MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface). Students will learn the basics of MIDI such as basic techniques, hardware and software implications, sound design, virtual studio, sequencing, and the MIDI applications to Audio and Video. Major Content Areas MIDI trouble shooting: 15% MIDI operational theory: 25% Application analysis: 20% MIDI set up (hook-up, patches, etc.): 15% System analysis: 10% Audio/Video synchronizing: 15% Learning Outcomes Proactive application of MIDI skills in Audio/Video recording and production Construct a viable Mp3 of music using MIDI and Digidesign Demonstrate ability to competently trouble-shoot MIDI and Digidesign applications Examine, critique, and explain current MIDI examples Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MNTC) Goals 06 - Humanities/Fine Arts
?Builds on the classic mantra “Which side are you on?”. From the Ancient Greeks to Green Day’s “American Idiot” to Black Lives Matter, music has served as a powerful medium for protest. This course will explore the vast body of protest music from around the globe through the lenses of musical analysis, social movements and their critical theory, and social construction. Our attention will be focused on how selected regional musical genres and instruments serve to construct, dictate, and protestssues such as race identity, gender identity, community, heritage, and other social formations?. Major Content Areas Historical foundations of Music and Protest Music as a vehicle for communication Class structure and Music Music and Unions Global use of music for protest American Song Learning Outcomes Demonstrate an appreciation and nuanced understanding of the long and important body of music and protest Display an understanding of the historical foundations of music and protest Demonstrate an ability to assess historical and contemporary social formations, social movements, and sociological theories through a general overview and study of several diverse socio-musical cultural issues via their relation to protest music, Synthesize patterns and apply critical thinking skills in order to improvise and construct (or deconstruct) a protest song or slogan for a fictional (or real) organzation in an appropriate style. Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MNTC) Goals 06 - Humanities/Fine Arts 08 - Global Perspective
MUSC 2128History of Western Music Ancient to 17003
Studies the European Art Music tradition from antiquity to 1700 to increase awareness and understanding of western music of the time period. This course includes the in-depth study of composers, historical and cultural influences, styles, and musical structures. Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MNTC) Goals 08 - Global Perspective 06 - Humanities/Fine Arts
Studies the European Art Music tradition from 1700 to 1900 to increase awareness and understanding of the time period. This course includes the in-depth study of genres, historical and cultural influences, styles, and musical structures. Major Content Areas Composers Study: 25% Style Study and Analysis: 25% Historical Time Periods: 25% Musical Structural Analysis: 25% Learning Outcomes Demonstrate an awareness of historical, cultural, social patterns of the people and places examined in the course material Identify, analyze, and recreate compositions consistent with accepted genre types and composers Examine and critique established examples of period music form Identify and compare genres, styles, and forms of different historical periods Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MNTC) Goals 06 - Humanities/Fine Arts 08 - Global Perspective
Provides students with supervised work experience in the Music Industry. Students will have the opportunity to receive hands-on work experience while working with cutting-edge music industry professionals and arts organizations. This internship will take place off campus and students will be encouraged to develop both content and networking skills. Student/employer compatibility matching will vary based on student need and industry trends. The workload will be arranged and approved by the instructor and will total 140 total hours. Pre-Requisites MUSC 1111 , MUSC 1113 , and MUSC 2128 Major Content Areas Administrative Work Basic Artist Management Audio/Visual Editing and Production Applying Musical knowledge to pertinent situations Computer and/or technical work such as music library organization, music software, compositional work (Finale or Sibelius), basic web maintenance such as uploading audio/visual files to websites, etc. Networking Learning Outcomes Participate in the required credit hours of field experience in the music industry Demonstrate ability to participate competently and network in the music industry workplace Practice application of music technology skills in Audio/Video recording and production Practice interpretation and application of musical skills and knowledge of musical function
Focuses on the knowledge and skills needed for anyone to experience, understand, produce, discuss and enjoy various forms of music with young children. Examines the characteristics of age-appropriate music activities, how music can integrate with other disciplines, and how to teach music to others. Incorporates music concepts, basic structural elements, principles and vocabulary of music, and current pedagogical practices. The course assumes no musical background and is an introductory course for prospective elementary educators, classroom paraprofessionals or teachers, and other students interested in learning how music pedagogy works. This course is open to all students and meets the Minnesota Professional Educator Licensing and Standard Board (PELSB) 8710.3000 sub part 3, section D, #8,b for early childhood education; and 8710.3200 sub part 3, g for elementary education. Major Content Areas Music Fundamentals. Integrating academic disciplines through music. Materials and resources. Characteristics of age-appropriate music activities. Using technology-based approaches to music appreciation and understanding. Pedagogical Theories. Understanding the different methods through which music can be taught. Learning Outcomes Integrate music with non-arts subjects. Integrate music with other art forms. Demonstrate understanding of basic music performance fundamentals. Demonstrate music skills. Identify ways to appreciate music with children. Identify basic educational methodologies for teaching music. Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MNTC) Goals 06 - Humanities/Fine Arts 02 - Critical Thinking
Variable Credits Y Studies specific topics in music which will be presented on a rotating basis. Course topics include but are not limited to: western classical music, American popular music and its sub-genres, folk music, non-western music, music and globalization, or the study of prominent composers, bands/artists, or style periods. This course may be repeated under different topics. Major Content Areas Live Music Performance 20% Style/Genre Study 20% Diaspora/Global Impact - 20% Fieldwork - 20% Historical/Cultural Context - 20% Learning Outcomes Demonstrate their understanding of major composers/performers in a given genre/style. Trace the history and development of a music genre/style. Conduct or participate in fieldwork studying music cultures (both domestically and/or internationally). Describe the basic dynamics of a particular music genre. Analyze and synthesize observations from a live performance. Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MNTC) Goals 06 - Humanities/Fine Arts
