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53 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 101Private Lessons-Piano1

Subject: MUSC
Credits (min): 1
Credits (max): 1
Type: course
Edition: 2025-2026
Source: www.alfred.edu

MUSC 102Private Lessons-Voice1

One half-hour private lesson per week. Private lesson fee includes the use of practice rooms. Note: Some sections may require permission of instructor. Credits 1

Subject: MUSC
Credits (min): 1
Credits (max): 1
Type: course
Edition: 2025-2026
Source: www.alfred.edu

MUSC 103Private Lessons-Brass1

One half-hour private lesson per week. Private lesson fee includes the use of practice rooms. Note: Some sections may require permission of instructor. Credits 1

Subject: MUSC
Credits (min): 1
Credits (max): 1
Type: course
Edition: 2025-2026
Source: www.alfred.edu

MUSC 104Private Lessons-Woodwinds1

One half-hour private lesson per week. Private lesson fee includes the use of practice rooms. Note: Some sections may require permission of instructor. Credits 1

Subject: MUSC
Credits (min): 1
Credits (max): 1
Type: course
Edition: 2025-2026
Source: www.alfred.edu

MUSC 105Private Lessons-Strings1

One half-hour private lesson per week. Private lesson fee includes the use of practice rooms. Note: Some sections may require permission of instructor. Credits 1

Subject: MUSC
Credits (min): 1
Credits (max): 1
Type: course
Edition: 2025-2026
Source: www.alfred.edu

MUSC 106Private Lessons-Percussion1

One half-hour private lesson per week. Private lesson fee includes the use of practice rooms. Note: Some sections may require permission of instructor. Credits 1 2025-2026 Alfred University Undergraduate Catalog

Subject: MUSC
Credits (min): 1
Credits (max): 1
Type: course
Edition: 2025-2026
Source: www.alfred.edu

MUSC 107Private Lessons-Guitar1

Advanced Private Lessons 6

Subject: MUSC
Credits (min): 1
Credits (max): 1
Type: course
Edition: 2025-2026
Source: www.alfred.edu

MUSC 110Music Appreciation4

An introductory course which introduces students to a wide variety of music; focusing on the evolution of Western European Classical music; but also touching upon American popular forms and some World Music. The course examines the historical and social background of classical music and emphasizes art of listening. Credits 4 Degree Attributes CLAS: (C) The Arts CoB: Humanities

Subject: MUSC
Credits (min): 4
Credits (max): 4
Type: course
Edition: 2025-2026
Source: www.alfred.edu

MUSC 112Fundamentals of Musicianship1

This A Block course is designed to equip students with essential theoretical skills needed to succeed in music Theory I and beyond. This course is offered tandem with

Subject: MUSC
Credits (min): 1
Credits (max): 1
Type: course
Edition: 2025-2026
Source: www.alfred.edu

MUSC 113Creative Lab1

Subject: MUSC
Credits (min): 1
Credits (max): 1
Type: course
Edition: 2025-2026
Source: www.alfred.edu

MUSC 120Music Theory I4

MUSC 112 and MUSC 113 Fundamentals of Musicianship and Creative 2

Subject: MUSC
Credits (min): 4
Credits (max): 4
Type: course
Edition: 2025-2026
Source: www.alfred.edu

MUSC 130Beginning Class Piano I2

Class lessons in piano technique for the beginner. Covers basics of tone conception; rhythm; articulation; and fingering; five-finger patterns and tonic chords in major keys. No previous musical training required. Credits 2 Degree Attributes CLAS: (C) The Arts

Subject: MUSC
Credits (min): 2
Credits (max): 2
Type: course
Edition: 2025-2026
Source: www.alfred.edu

MUSC 131Beginning Class Piano II2

A continuation of MUSC 130. Beginning work in pedaling and phrasing; major scales; primary chords in major and minor in block and arpeggio from; composition; transposition and harmonization. Credits 2 Degree Attributes CLAS: (C) The Arts

Subject: MUSC
Credits (min): 2
Credits (max): 2
Type: course
Edition: 2025-2026
Source: www.alfred.edu

MUSC 132Beginning Voice Class I2

Sub-Total Credits 20

Subject: MUSC
Credits (min): 2
Credits (max): 2
Type: course
Edition: 2025-2026
Source: www.alfred.edu

MUSC 133Music of the Guzheng2

This course is a step-by-step guide for beginners to learn the basic skill of playing the Guzheng (Chinese Zither); a traditional Chinese instrument. Students have a chance to join the AU Guzheng Ensemble if they wish. Credits 2 Degree Attributes CLAS: (C) The Arts

Subject: MUSC
Credits (min): 2
Credits (max): 2
Type: course
Edition: 2025-2026
Source: www.alfred.edu

MUSC 135Class Guitar I2

Class Piano or Class Guitar II 2

Subject: MUSC
Credits (min): 2
Credits (max): 2
Type: course
Edition: 2025-2026
Source: www.alfred.edu

MUSC 136Class Guitar II2

Beginning Private Lessons: Sound Studies 2

Subject: MUSC
Credits (min): 2
Credits (max): 2
Type: course
Edition: 2025-2026
Source: www.alfred.edu

MUSC 200Special Topics1-4

Includes courses in related areas of study. If applicable; small rental fee or breakage deposit required for applied music courses such as woodwinds class; Celtic music; etc. (Sufficient demand) Credits 1-4 Degree Attributes CLAS: (C) The Arts Semester Offered ufficient demand 525

Subject: MUSC
Credits (min): 1
Credits (max): 4
Type: course
Edition: 2025-2026
Source: www.alfred.edu

MUSC 205SOUND GATHERING: Music Sound and Environment2

Sub-Total Credits 24

Subject: MUSC
Credits (min): 2
Credits (max): 2
Type: course
Edition: 2025-2026
Source: www.alfred.edu

MUSC 211World Music4

World Music is an exploration of Non-Western European music; and the role of music in society at large and a broad- ranging view of how this role is fulfilled in a variety of cultures. The course will focus on the indigenous cultures and music of Native America; Latin America; Africa; Eastern Europe; India; Indonesia and East Asia (Japan and Korea). Student projects will explore the popular music of one or more of these areas. Credits 4 Degree Attributes CLAS: (C) The Arts AU: Global Perspective CoB: Humanities SoAD: Humanities-'Other'

Subject: MUSC
Credits (min): 4
Credits (max): 4
Type: course
Edition: 2025-2026
Source: www.alfred.edu

MUSC 212American Popular Music4

This survey course will examine the historical and social backgrounds of the incredible diversity of American Music; including native American; Classical and Popular Music through the ages; Folk; Jazz and the beginnings of Rock n' Roll. Credits 4 Degree Attributes CLAS: (C) The Arts CoB: Humanities 2025-2026 Alfred University Undergraduate Catalog

Subject: MUSC
Credits (min): 4
Credits (max): 4
Type: course
Edition: 2025-2026
Source: www.alfred.edu

MUSC 213Introduction to Jazz2

This course examines the history of jazz music and considers the social reactions to the music and artists of the time Credits 2 Degree Attributes CLAS: (C) The Arts CoB: Humanities

Subject: MUSC
Credits (min): 2
Credits (max): 2
Type: course
Edition: 2025-2026
Source: www.alfred.edu

MUSC 214Reel Music in America4

Subject: MUSC
Credits (min): 4
Credits (max): 4
Type: course
Edition: 2025-2026
Source: www.alfred.edu

MUSC 215History of Rock Music2

In this course we study rock music from its origins to the present. We examine the place of rock music in society from its roots in African American blues and European American folk to its place in current society. Credits 2 Degree Attributes CLAS: (C) The Arts CoB: Humanities

Subject: MUSC
Credits (min): 2
Credits (max): 2
Type: course
Edition: 2025-2026
Source: www.alfred.edu

MUSC 216Essentials of Mixing & Recording4

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the art and science of audio mixing and recording; blending theoretical knowledge with extensive hands-on experience. Students will explore the fundamentals of sound waves; acoustics; and psychoacoustics; while gaining practical skills in microphone techniques; digital audio workstations (DAWs); and signal processing. A strong emphasis is placed on real-world applications; with students actively participating in recording sessions featuring AU’s diverse ensembles; including the Orchestra; Pop Ensemble; Guzheng Ensemble; and Choir. (Fall) Credits 4 Degree Attributes CLAS: (C) The Arts

Subject: MUSC
Credits (min): 4
Credits (max): 4
Type: course
Edition: 2025-2026
Source: www.alfred.edu

MUSC 217Introduction to Musicology &

Subject: MUSC
Type: course
Edition: 2025-2026-undergraduate
Source: www.alfred.edu

MUSC 218Musical Infrastructures

Musical experiences; somehow; often escape materiality. Listeners tend to focus on the way music makes them feel; and its study is often grounded in the socio-cultural ideologies of musical genre and style. Yet; music relies on material infrastructures in how it is produced; consumed; and disseminated. This ensemble of listening-artists' investigates such musical infrastructures; tracing the complex supply chain networks that make up our modern musical experiences. Through readings; listening; and exploratory sound-art projects we will re-trace these musical- material chains; rethinking our involvements with musical production and consumption. Credits 2

Subject: MUSC
Type: course
Edition: 2025-2026-undergraduate
Source: www.alfred.edu

MUSC 219Musical Reorientations4

320 2025-2026 Alfred University Undergraduate Catalog

Subject: MUSC
Credits (min): 4
Credits (max): 4
Type: course
Edition: 2025-2026
Source: www.alfred.edu

MUSC 220Music Theory II4

This course develops students' understandings of harmonic compositional practices of 17th through 19th century music. Students continue the study of composition and analysis and become more proficient with harmonic analysis using figured bass; bass position symbols; and Roman numerals. Credits 4 Degree Attributes CoB: Humanities

Subject: MUSC
Credits (min): 4
Credits (max): 4
Type: course
Edition: 2025-2026
Source: www.alfred.edu

MUSC 221Musical Infrastructures

This course investigates musical infrastructures; complex and shifting intersections of material; ideological; economic; and political realities that make up our musical experiences. Through readings; listening; and exploratory sound-art projects we will re-trace these musical-material chains; rethinkingconventional notions music as affect; instead; grounding musical life within infrastructural reality. (Spring) Credits 2 Degree Attributes CLAS: (C) The Arts

Subject: MUSC
Type: course
Edition: 2025-2026-undergraduate
Source: www.alfred.edu

MUSC 225Western Music History I4

The study of the development of western music from the Medieval through the Renaissance; Baroque and early Classical periods. Changing musical styles and genres will be examined as well as the purpose of music and the musicians' role in society for each period. Readings; listening; score study and listening assignments are required. Credits 4 Degree Attributes CLAS: (C) The Arts CoB: Humanities SoAD: Humanities-'Other' 527

Subject: MUSC
Credits (min): 4
Credits (max): 4
Type: course
Edition: 2025-2026
Source: www.alfred.edu

MUSC 226Music History II: Romanticism to the 20th Century4

Sub-Total Credits 4

Subject: MUSC
Credits (min): 4
Credits (max): 4
Type: course
Edition: 2025-2026
Source: www.alfred.edu

MUSC 240Songwriting and Composition2

Sub-Total Credits 8 Other courses may be considered and must be approved by the Associate Dean in consultation with the Music Faculty. Total Credits 50

Subject: MUSC
Credits (min): 2
Credits (max): 2
Type: course
Edition: 2025-2026
Source: www.alfred.edu

MUSC 271University Chorus2

University Chorus; a large singing ensemble is open to all students. The repertoire varies from traditional to global to popular and musical theatre. Open to all; including community members: no experience required. Note: Ensembles may be repeated for credit to a maximum of 10 credit hours Credits 2 Degree Attributes CLAS: (C) The Arts 2025-2026 Alfred University Undergraduate Catalog

Subject: MUSC
Credits (min): 2
Credits (max): 2
Type: course
Repeatable: may be repeated for credit to a maximum of 10 credit hours Credits 2 Degree Attributes CLAS: (C) The Arts 2025-2026 Alfred University Undergraduate Catalog
Edition: 2025-2026
Source: www.alfred.edu

MUSC 272Encore Choir2

Vocal ensemble of 20-30 singers; performs a wide variety of repertoire in concerts on and off campus. Open to all including members of the community: no experience required Note: Ensembles may be repeated for credit to a maximum of 10 credit hours. Credits 2 Degree Attributes CLAS: (C) The Arts

Subject: MUSC
Credits (min): 2
Credits (max): 2
Type: course
Repeatable: may be repeated for credit to a maximum of 10 credit hours.
Edition: 2025-2026
Source: www.alfred.edu

MUSC 273Concert Band2

Band members study and perform music composed and arranged for the modern Concert Band; including orchestral transcriptions. Students work as an ensemble and perform at least one concert per semester. The ensemble plays a wide variety of styles including marches; symphonies; suites and more. Note: Ensembles may be repeated for credit to a maximum of 10 credit hours. Credits 2 Degree Attributes CLAS: (C) The Arts

Subject: MUSC
Credits (min): 2
Credits (max): 2
Type: course
Repeatable: may be repeated for credit to a maximum of 10 credit hours.
Edition: 2025-2026
Source: www.alfred.edu

MUSC 274Jazz Ensemble2

The Jazz Ensemble provides an opportunity to explore the many styles of jazz in a big band context; including swing; be bop; Latin; and fusion. Students are also given the chance to develop their skills in improvisation. Open to all students by audition. Note: Ensembles may be repeated for credit to a maximum of 10 credit hours. Credits 2 Degree Attributes CLAS: (C) The Arts

Subject: MUSC
Credits (min): 2
Credits (max): 2
Type: course
Repeatable: may be repeated for credit to a maximum of 10 credit hours.
Edition: 2025-2026
Source: www.alfred.edu

MUSC 275University Symphony Orchestra2

321 2025-2026 Alfred University Undergraduate Catalog

Subject: MUSC
Credits (min): 2
Credits (max): 2
Type: course
Edition: 2025-2026
Source: www.alfred.edu

MUSC 278Tenor/Bass Chorus2

This course offers the opportunity to explore literature for 3 and 4 part tenor/bass vocal ensembles. This course introduces the basics of singing technique Basic music reading skills are also introduced. The chorus performs one concert on campus and one concert at a location off campus. Note: Ensembles may be repeated for credit to a maximum of 10 credit hours. Credits 2 Degree Attributes CLAS: (C) The Arts

Subject: MUSC
Credits (min): 2
Credits (max): 2
Type: course
Repeatable: may be repeated for credit to a maximum of 10 credit hours.
Edition: 2025-2026
Source: www.alfred.edu

MUSC 279Chamber Music1-2

Chamber Music refers to small ensembles (string quartets; woodwind quintets; flute duets/trios/choirs; piano trios [piano plus two other instruments] or virtually any combination of instruments and/or voices). Students will be assigned to a group and will work on classical music for their particular ensemble. Students enrolled in this class should have at least a moderate facility on their instrument and be able to read music. Note: Ensembles may be repeated for credit to a maximum of 10 credit hours. Credits 1-2

Subject: MUSC
Credits (min): 1
Credits (max): 2
Type: course
Repeatable: may be repeated for credit to a maximum of 10 credit hours.
Edition: 2025-2026
Source: www.alfred.edu

MUSC 280AU Popular Music Ensemble2

Advanced Private Lessons - Double Major 4

Subject: MUSC
Credits (min): 2
Credits (max): 2
Type: course
Edition: 2025-2026
Source: www.alfred.edu

MUSC 281Laptop Ensemble2

A dynamic collective merging of technology & music, this ensemble offers students a platform to explore innovative soundscapes. Each member (laptopist) assumes a distinct role in compositions, crafting sounds through recordings, MIDI, & music software. (Spring) Credits 2 2025-2026 Alfred University Undergraduate Catalog

Subject: MUSC
Credits (min): 2
Credits (max): 2
Type: course
Edition: 2025-2026
Source: www.alfred.edu

MUSC 301Private Lessons-Piano Advanced2