256 courses with the subject MUS, 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.
MUS 010Recital Attendance (Required for7
**** semesters) Related Requirements (3 credits): Take 3 credits in a Modern Language or a Literature: 3 Modern Language: ARA, CHI, ESL, FRE, ITA, SPA (No ASL); Refer to the General Education Section of * the Catalog for appropriate courses in Languages and Literature Electives: The Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) requirement for a B.S. degree is met.FST 101 counts towards required Electives. If 26-28 MUS 101 is required for 2 credits, take 2 less Electives. (Adjust Electives needed for having a Minor(s), Remedials, ESL, Honors Programs, PED/FST waivers as -- needed, under consultation with advisor.) Total: 128 NOTE: The General Education requirement is 44, and has been adjusted to 35, because 3 credits the Modern Language requirement is waived; the following Major requirement will also satisfy a General Education requirement: MUS 200. Students will take a total of 3 credits in either a Modern Language or Literature course for the “English and Modern Languages” requirement. Program for Music Education
Concert attendance is a Music Department requirement for all music majors. This course must be taken any semester during which the music major is a full-time student. Students will attend 5 concerts or recitals throughout the course of a semester. Pass/Fail.
(formerly Theory and Sight Singing I) This course will provide the student with the basic knowledge of notation, clefs, key signatures, interval relationships, major and minor scales, as well as simple rhythmic and melodic dictation. For Music Majors/Music Minors and Theatre Majors only. Non- Music Majors/Minors with permission from Chair. (Offered Fall)
This course will provide the student with the basic knowledge of notation, clefs, key signatures, interval relationships, major and minor scales, as well as simple rhythmic and melodic dictation. For Music Majors/Music Minors and Theatre Majors only. Non-Music Majors/Minors with permission from Chair.
For Theatre Arts students, this course will provide the student with the basic knowledge of notation, clefs, key signatures, interval relationships, major and minor scales, as well as simple rhythmic and melodic dictation. For Music Majors/Music Minors and Theatre Majors only. Non-Music Majors/Minors with permission from Chair.
Arts (Students are required to take the Music Department’s Theory Placement Exam prior to beginning the program. Anyone who fails must complete MUS 110 Class Piano for Theatre Arts prior to taking MUS 101)
(formerly Theory and Sight Singing II) This course focuses on the development of aural skills and will include melodic and rhythmic dictation, recognition of simple intervals and triads, and sight-singing in both major and minor keys. For Music Majors/Music Minors and Theatre Majors only. Non-Music Majors/Minors with permission from Chair.2 credits
This course focuses on the development of aural skills and will include melodic and rhythmic dictation, recognition of simple intervals and triads, and sight-singing in both major and minor keys. For Music Majors/Music Minors and Theatre Majors only. Non-Music Majors/Minors with permission from Chair.
MUS 1020TSight Singing/Ear Training I for Theatre Arts2
For Theatre Arts students, this course focuses on the development of aural skills and will include melodic and rhythmic dictation, recognition of simple intervals and triads, and sight-singing in both major and minor keys. For Music Majors/Music Minors and Theatre Majors only. Non-Music Majors/Minors with permission from Chair.
This course explores the current music that students love best! A student-constructed playlist serves as the body of work to study through lenses of music culture and identity. Through critical listening, readings, writings and vibrant class discussions, students consider musical elements, textual meanings and deeper connections between music, self and society. Satisfies General Education Requirement.
For students who have little or no formal study in music. It parallels each style of music with the historical, social philosophical, literary and artistic background of each period. Musical experience depends on one’s ability to listen. This course also develops the art of listening by acquainting the student with the basic aural elements of musical expression
For students who have little or no formal study in music. It parallels each style of music with the historical, social philosophical, literary and artistic background of each period. Musical experience depends on one's ability to listen. This course also develops the art of listening by acquainting the student with the basic aural elements of musical expression that can be understood by any non-musician. It is a cohesive element for the Liberal Arts student. (Satisfies General Education Music History requirement.)
This guitar course for beginners (including those with no prior music training) is designed to provide all students with a mastery of music fundamentals and basic guitar technique including a repertoire of Country, Western, Folk, Blues, Rock, Jazz and Classical music. For Music Majors/Music Minors or Theatre Majors only. Must have prior experience with the guitar. Non-Music Majors/Minors with permission from Chair. (Can be repeated for up to 3 credits.) (Offered Fall, Spring)
This guitar course for beginners (including those with no prior music training) is designed to provide all students with a mastery of music fundamentals and basic guitar technique including a repertoire of Country, Western, Folk, Blues, Rock, Jazz and Classical music. For Music Majors/Music Minors or Theatre Majors only. Must have prior experience with the guitar. Non-Music Majors/Minors with permission from Chair. (Can be repeated for up to 3 credits.)
A course for students who have little or no formal study in music. It examines the elements of music and how music affects people emotionally and physically. This course includes a historical survey of the role of music in preliterate cultures, the relationship between music and healing during the Baroque, Classical and Romantic eras, and the development of music as therapy in the twentieth century. It will include an overview of current issues in music therapy. (Satisfies the General Education Music History requirement.)
A course for students who have little or no formal study in music. It examines the elements of music and how music affects people emotionally and physically. This course includes a historical survey of the role of music in preliterate cultures, the relationship between music and healing during the Baroque, Classical and Romantic eras, and the development of music as therapy in the twentieth century. It will include an overview of current issues in music therapy. (Satisfies the General Education Music History requirement.)
This course is a historical survey of Classical Music with an emphasis on music suited for young children, including the lives and times of specified composers. (Satisfies General Education Music History requirement for Education Majors only.) (Offered Fall, Spring)
This course is an introduction to the world’s music. Students will explore the music of various cultures including specific regions such as the United States, West Africa, Southern Europe, Indonesia, India, Argentina, Cuba and the Middle East. Within each regional study, students will examine ways in which music relates to identity ritual, politics, dance and migration. Students will experience the world’s music and culture by listening to and watching live and recorded performances, participating in musical activities and through discussions of selected readings. The course will enable students to develop proficient listening skills and become familiar with a vocabulary used for cross- cultural musical analysis. (Satisfies General Education Music History requirement.)
This course is an introduction to the world's music. Students will explore the music of various cultures including specific regions such as the United States, West Africa, Southern Europe, Indonesia, India, Argentina, Cuba and the Middle East. Within each regional study, students will examine ways in which music relates to identity ritual, politics, dance and migration. Students will experience the world's music and culture by listening to and watching live and recorded performances, participating in musical activities and through discussions of selected readings. The course will enable students to develop proficient listening skills and become familiar with a vocabulary used for cross-cultural musical analysis. (Satisfies General Education Music History requirement.)
This course provides the students with a fundamental knowledge of playing the piano. It enables the students to express themselves creatively because even at this stage, students begin to develop musicianship. The course covers scales, chords, basic compositions, sight-reading and a basic repertoire. For Music Majors/Music Minors or Theatre Majors only. Non-Music Majors/Minors with permission from Chair. (Can be repeated up to 3 credits.)
For students in the Theatre Arts Program, this course provides a fundamental knowledge of playing the piano. It enables the students to express themselves creatively because, even at this stage, students begin to develop musicianship. The course covers scales, chords, basic compositions, sight-reading and a basic repertoire. For Music Majors/Music Minors or Theatre Majors only. Non-Music Majors/Minors with permission from Chair. (Can be repeated up to 3 credits.)
For students in the Theatre Arts Program, this course provides a fundamental knowledge of playing the piano. It enables the students to express themselves creatively because even at this stage, students begin to develop musicianship. The course covers scales, chords, basic compositions, sight-reading and a basic repertoire. For Music Majors/Music Minors or Theatre Majors only. Non-Music Majors/Minors with permission from Chair. (Can be repeated up to 3 credits.) Fee-$100.00. 1 credit
A continuation of the principles presented in MUS 1100 Class Piano on a more advanced level. Repertoire, technique, tone production, interpretation, transposition, analysis and style are discussed. Attention will be given to the students' individual growth at the keyboard. For Music Majors/Music Minors or Theatre Majors only. Must have prior experience with the keyboard. Non-Music Majors/Minors with permission from Chair. (Can be repeated up to 3 credits.)
For Theatre Arts students, this course is a continuation of the principles presented in MUS 1100 Class Piano on a more advanced level. Repertoire, technique, tone production, interpretation, transposition, analysis and style are discussed. Attention will be given to the students' individual growth at the keyboard. For Music Majors/Music Minors or Theatre Majors only. Must have prior experience with the keyboard. Non-Music Majors/Minors with permission from Chair. (Can be repeated up to 3 credits.)
An introduction to diatonic harmony, with emphasis on four- part writing and voice-leading skills. Analysis of diatonic progressions and embellishing tones using examples drawn from Western classical music.
An introduction to diatonic harmony, with emphasis on four-part writing and voice-leading skills. Analysis of diatonic progressions and embellishing tones using examples drawn from Western classical music.
This course provides students with a thorough understanding of music notation software. Students will be able to try their own ideas in composition and arrangement with the aid of a computer. Can be repeated for up to 3 credits. (Offered Fall or Spring) Fee-$100.00.
This course provides students with a thorough understanding of music notation software. Students will be able to try their own ideas in composition and arrangement with the aid of a computer. Can be repeated for up to 3 credits.
This course allows students to further their skills in Music Theory and/or Aural Training. Students work with their applied instructor to develop and reinforce theoretical concepts and core musicianship skills. This course may be repeated for cumulative credits.
(formerly MUS 117 for 2 credits) An investigation into the principal forms and compositional devices employed in music. The study of various masterpieces will be studied and explored regarding rhythmic, structural, harmonic and contrapuntal factors. Prerequisite: MUS 112 and
An investigation into the principal forms and compositional devices employed in music. The study of various masterpieces will be studied and explored regarding rhythmic, structural, harmonic and contrapuntal factors.
This course introduces students to the fundamentals of string instruments in a way that can be applied to teaching in a school setting. Tuning, bowing and the positions for the violin, viola, cello and string bass will be covered as well as ways to diagnose and correct common playing problems in students. Repertoire selection, familiarity with method books, solos, ensemble music and reference books will be covered. Students will present mini 363
This course introduces students to the fundamentals of string instruments in a way that can be applied to teaching in a school setting. Tuning, bowing and the positions for the violin, viola, cello and string bass will be covered as well as ways to diagnose and correct common playing problems in students. Repertoire selection, familiarity with method books, solos, ensemble music and reference books will be covered. Students will present mini lessons and learn about instrument care, maintenance and minor repairs of string instruments. For Music majors only.
This course covers the fundamentals of woodwind instruments in a way that can be applied to teaching in a school setting. Students will learn proper embouchure and methods for tone production on the flute, oboe, clarinet, saxophone and bassoon as well as ways to diagnose and correct common playing problems in students. Repertoire selection, familiarity with method books, solos, ensemble music and reference books will be covered. Students will present mini lessons and learn about instrument care, maintenance and minor repairs of woodwind instruments. For Music majors only. Fee-$100.00.
This course covers the fundamentals of woodwind instruments in a way that can be applied to teaching in a school setting. Students will learn proper embouchure and methods for tone production on the flute, oboe, clarinet, saxophone and bassoon as well as ways to diagnose and correct common playing problems in students. Repertoire selection, familiarity with method books, solos, ensemble music and reference books will be covered. Students will present mini lessons and learn about instrument care, maintenance and minor repairs of woodwind instruments. For Music majors only.
This course introduces students to the fundamentals of brass instruments in a way that can be applied to teaching in a school setting. Students will learn fingering, embouchure and tone production of the trumpet, French horn, trombone and tuba as well as ways to diagnose and correct common playing problems in students. Repertoire selection, familiarity with method books, solos, ensemble music and reference books will be covered. Students will present mini lessons and learn about instrument care, maintenance and minor repairs of brass instruments. For Music majors only. Fee-$100.00.
This course introduces students to the fundamentals of brass instruments in a way that can be applied to teaching in a school setting. Students will learn fingering, embouchure and tone production of the trumpet, French horn, trombone and tuba as well as ways to diagnose and correct common playing problems in students. Repertoire selection, familiarity with method books, solos, ensemble music and reference books will be covered. Students will present mini lessons and learn about instrument care, maintenance and minor repairs of brass instruments. For Music majors only.
This course covers the fundamentals of percussion techniques in a way that can be applied to teaching in a school setting. Students will learn about sound quality and clarity, intonation and rhythms through playing the snare drum, various timpani and keyboard percussion. Includes experiential learning about ways to diagnose and correct common playing problems in students. Repertoire selection, familiarity with method books, solos, ensemble music and reference books will be covered. Students will present mini lessons and learn about instrument care, maintenance and minor repairs of percussion instruments. For Music majors only. Fee-$100.00. 1 credit APPLIED MUSIC COURSES: MUS 125-154 Applied Music must be taken every semester by Music majors for one (1) credit. Applied Music courses can be repeated for additional credits. All one (1) credit Applied Music courses have a one hour lesson per week. Fee-$630.00.
This course covers the fundamentals of percussion techniques in a way that can be applied to teaching in a school setting. Students will learn about sound quality and clarity, intonation and rhythms through playing the snare drum, various timpani and keyboard percussion. Includes experiential learning about ways to diagnose and correct common playing problems in students. Repertoire selection, familiarity with method books, solos, ensemble music and reference books will be covered. Students will present mini lessons and learn about instrument care, maintenance and minor repairs of percussion instruments. For Music majors only.
Applied Music must be taken every semester by Music majors for one (1) credit. Applied Music courses can be repeated for additional credits. All one (1) credit Applied Music courses have a one hour lesson per week. Fee-$630.00.
Applied Music must be taken every semester by Music majors for one (1) credit. Applied Music courses can be repeated for additional credits. All one (1) credit Applied Music courses have a one hour lesson per week.
Applied Music must be taken every semester by Music majors for one (1) credit. Applied Music courses can be repeated for additional credits. All one (1) credit Applied Music courses have a one hour lesson per week. Fee-$630.00.
Applied Music must be taken every semester by Music majors for one (1) credit. Applied Music courses can be repeated for additional credits. All one (1) credit Applied Music courses have a one hour lesson per week.
Applied Music must be taken every semester by Music majors for one (1) credit. Applied Music courses can be repeated for additional credits. All one (1) credit Applied Music courses have a one hour lesson per week. Fee-$630.00.
Applied Music must be taken every semester by Music majors for one (1) credit. Applied Music courses can be repeated for additional credits. All one (1) credit Applied Music courses have a one hour lesson per week.
Applied Music must be taken every semester by Music majors for one (1) credit. Applied Music courses can be repeated for additional credits. All one (1) credit Applied Music courses have a one hour lesson per week. Fee-$630.00.
Applied Music must be taken every semester by Music majors for one (1) credit. Applied Music courses can be repeated for additional credits. All one (1) credit Applied Music courses have a one hour lesson per week.
Applied Music must be taken every semester by Music majors for one (1) credit. Applied Music courses can be repeated for additional credits. All one (1) credit Applied Music courses have a one hour lesson per week. Fee-$630.00.
Applied Music must be taken every semester by Music majors for one (1) credit. Applied Music courses can be repeated for additional credits. All one (1) credit Applied Music courses have a one hour lesson per week. Fee-$630.00.
Applied Music must be taken every semester by Music majors for one (1) credit. Applied Music courses can be repeated for additional credits. All one (1) credit Applied Music courses have a one hour lesson per week.
Applied Music must be taken every semester by Music majors for one (1) credit. Applied Music courses can be repeated for additional credits. All one (1) credit Applied Music courses have a one hour lesson per week. Fee-$630.00.
Applied Music must be taken every semester by Music majors for one (1) credit. Applied Music courses can be repeated for additional credits. All one (1) credit Applied Music courses have a one hour lesson per week.
Applied Music must be taken every semester by Music majors for one (1) credit. Applied Music courses can be repeated for additional credits. All one (1) credit Applied Music courses have a one hour lesson per week. Fee-$630.00.
Applied Music must be taken every semester by Music majors for one (1) credit. Applied Music courses can be repeated for additional credits. All one (1) credit Applied Music courses have a one hour lesson per week.
Applied Music must be taken every semester by Music majors for one (1) credit. Applied Music courses can be repeated for additional credits. All one (1) credit Applied Music courses have a one hour lesson per week. Fee-$630.00.
Applied Music must be taken every semester by Music majors for one (1) credit. Applied Music courses can be repeated for additional credits. All one (1) credit Applied Music courses have a one hour lesson per week.
An overview of the field of music therapy with emphasis on the historical and theoretical foundations for the use of music as a therapeutic medium. Theory will be combined with experiential activities to illustrate the role of music in people’s lives, as well as the rehabilitative and healing properties for those with special needs. For Music Therapy majors or with permission of the Chairperson. (Offered Fall or Spring)
An overview of the field of music therapy with emphasis on the historical and theoretical foundations for the use of music as a therapeutic medium. Theory will be combined with experiential activities to illustrate the role of music in people's lives, as well as the rehabilitative and healing properties for those with special needs. For Music Therapy majors or with permission of the Chairperson.
In this course, students explore the use of mechanical, electrical and electronic devices throughout the history of music. From the Edison cylinder, to the player piano, to the use of sound recordings in Musique Concrete, to the works of Accousmatic composers like Dennis Smalley, this course offers a comprehensive look into the vast world of music and sound art, and its intersections with technology. (Satisfies General Education Music History requirement.)
In this course, students explore the use of mechanical, electrical and electronic devices throughout the history of music. From the Edison cylinder, to the player piano, to the use of sound recordings in Musique Concrete, to the works of Accousmatic composers like Dennis Smalley, this course offers a comprehensive look into the vast world of music and sound art, and its intersections with technology. (Satisfies General Education Music History requirement.)
In this course, students explore the different components in recording/production studios. Students will learn to set up a project studio, record and manipulate samples, place microphones, mix audio and use digital production tools. Students will create a portfolio of projects, using DAW software like Logic Pro and Wave editors like Sony Sound Forge. Fee- $100.00
In this course, students explore the different components in recording/production studios. Students will learn to set up a project studio, record and manipulate samples, place microphones, mix audio and use digital production tools. Students will create a portfolio of projects, using DAW software like Logic Pro and Wave editors like Sony Sound Forge.
In this course, students explore the relationship between sound and image. From the use of music and sound in opera and theater, to the use of music and sound in movies, video games and sound art installations, students take a comprehensive look at the most iconic artists and styles that have modeled the blending of sound and images as known today. (Satisfies General Education Music History requirement.)
In this course, students explore the relationship between sound and image. From the use of music and sound in opera and theater, to the use of music and sound in movies, video games and sound art installations, students take a comprehensive look at the most iconic artists and styles that have modeled the blending of sound and images as known today. (Satisfies General Education Music History requirement.)
This course allows students to create original songs and composition for diverse combinations of instrumental and vocal forces. Students engage and work with music theory concepts such as harmony, melody and rhythm and apply them to their own original works. Students use computer software to aid them in musical creation. Students may also choose to develop electronic pieces or works that explore multimedia. Students actively engage in musical analysis and discuss concepts of musical creation in-depth. Fee-$100.00
This course allows students to create original songs and composition for diverse combinations of instrumental and vocal forces. Students engage and work with music theory concepts such as harmony, melody and rhythm and apply them to their own original works. Students use computer software to aid them in musical creation. Students may also choose to develop electronic pieces or works that explore multimedia. Students actively engage in musical analysis and discuss concepts of musical creation in-depth.
This elective will focus on the history and development of the guitar from the 15th century to present day. Students will study the precursors, composers, stylistic composition and composers, and performers throughout the guitar’s long history. Students will be required to write in depth research papers and various other written assignments, keep listening journals and give oral presentations on various topics through this course. Open to all majors. There are no required prerequisites, music majors and guitarists will be required to participate in assignments and/or projects that may include performing in class. (Satisfies General Education Music History requirement.) (Offered Fall, Spring)
The select ensemble is oriented toward vocal music majors and other interested singers who wish to explore and perform a wide range of ensemble literature. It will provide the students with an opportunity to study style, interpretation, technique, tone and repertoire of all periods of music history. This course may be repeated for credit. Entrance by audition or the permission of the Chairperson. (Offered Fall, Spring) Fee - $100. 0, 1/2,
This ensemble prepares and performs music of the great choral literature from all periods. Students will be provided with a significant musical experience focusing on vocal technique and musical skills. Solo and small ensemble opportunities are available. This course may be repeated for credit. Entrance by audition or the permission of the Chairperson.
Students will study and perform chamber works from all periods of music. Sight-reading and rehearsal skills will be stressed and developed, with particular attention to vocal techniques. This course may be repeated for credit. Entrance by audition or the permission of the Chairperson. (Offered Fall, Spring) Fee - $100. 0, 1/2,
Students will study and perform chamber works from all periods of music. Sight-reading and rehearsal skills will be stressed and developed, with particular attention to vocal techniques. This course may be repeated for credit. Entrance by audition or the permission of the Chairperson.
Opera Ensemble is a select ensemble that will provide students with the opportunity to study, develop and improve their vocal and dramatic skills through the performance of Western operatic literature. Students will also develop a greater understanding of what it means to be a part of an operatic conception. This experience should help the students better understand the development of performance practice as it relates to other historical, theoretical and compositional music studies. This course may be repeated for credit. Entrance by audition or the permission of the Chairperson. (Offered Fall, Spring) Fee - $100. 0, 1/2,
Opera Ensemble is a select ensemble that will provide students with the opportunity to study, develop and improve their vocal and dramatic skills through the performance of Western operatic literature. Students will also develop a greater understanding of what it means to be a part of an operatic conception. This experience should help the students better understand the development of performance practice as it relates to other historical, theoretical and compositional music studies. This course may be repeated for credit. Entrance by audition or the permission of the Chairperson.
Students in this class will acquire essential skills in improvisation applied to jazz performance. The class covers theory topics, that are applied in practical jazz settings. Students will develop a musical vocabulary and repertoire through guided listening, transcription and compositional exercises that will prepare them to improvise more fluency. Entrance by audition or by permission of the Chairperson of the Music Department. This course may be repeated for credit.
The Molloy Interactive Technology Ensemble (MITE) is a musical group dedicated to the performance of experimental works using electronic media. Students perform original works created for the ensemble, which involve new technologies in the creation of video, improvisation, live electronics, gaming controllers, tablets and similar devices used to control audio applications, and other media.
Chamber works from all periods of music are studied. Special attention is given to ensemble and rehearsal techniques. Focus here will be on duets, trios, quartets etc. This course may be repeated for credit. Entrance by audition or the permission of the Chairperson. (Offered Fall, Spring) Fee - $100. 0, 1/2,
Chamber works from all periods of music are studied. Special attention is given to ensemble and rehearsal techniques. Focus here will be on duets, trios, quartets etc. This course may be repeated for credit. Entrance by audition or the permission of the Chairperson.
(formerly Jazz Ensemble) This select ensemble is oriented to all majors who wish to explore and perform a wide range of Jazz and contemporary musical literature. It will provide the student the opportunity to explore style, interpretation and techniques as they apply to the different musical genres from the twentieth and twenty- first centuries. Entrance by audition or by permission of the Chairperson of the Music Department. This course may be repeated for credit. Entrance by audition or the permission of the Chairperson. Offered Fall, Spring) Fee - $100. 0, 1/2,
This select ensemble is oriented to all majors who wish to explore and perform a wide range of Jazz and contemporary musical literature. It will provide the student the opportunity to explore style, interpretation and techniques as they apply to the different musical genres from the twentieth and twenty-first centuries. This course may be repeated for credit. Entrance by audition or the permission of the Chairperson.
The study and performance of ensemble literature for percussion instruments. The repertoire will range from classical transcriptions to contemporary jazz and world music. Membership is open to all qualified students at Molloy. This 365
The study and performance of ensemble literature for percussion instruments. The repertoire will range from classical transcriptions to contemporary jazz and world music. Membership is open to all qualified students at Molloy. This course may be repeated for credit. Entrance by audition or the permission of the Chairperson.
This ensemble will focus on the study and performance of orchestral literature for string instruments (woodwind, brass, and percussion instruments may be included as appropriate). It will provide students the opportunity to study ensemble tone, technique, balance, blend, stylistic interpretation, orchestral repertoire, and rehearsal techniques. Repertoire studied will span both classic and modern orchestral literature. This course may be repeated for credit. Membership is open to all qualified students at Molloy. Entrance by audition or permission of the Chairperson.
This ensemble will focus on the study and performance of wind band literature for woodwind, brass, and percussion instruments. It will provide students the opportunity to study ensemble tone, technique, balance, blend, stylistic interpretation, band repertoire, and rehearsal techniques. Repertoire studied will span both classic and modern wind band literature. This course may be repeated for credit. Membership is open to all qualified students at Molloy. Entrance by audition or permission of the Chairperson.
Prepares and performs music from the great choral literature of all periods. Designed to provide significant musical experience for participants. This course may be repeated for credit. Entrance by audition or the permission of the Chairperson. (Offered Fall, Spring) Fee - $100. 0, 1/2,
This ensemble is oriented towards singers who wish to explore and perform a wide range of vocal literature. It will provide students with an opportunity to study choral music with an emphasis on each singer's technical and musical growth. This course may be repeated for credit. Entrance by audition or the permission of the Chairperson.
This ensemble will focus on the study and performance of ensemble literature for brass instruments. It will provide the students with opportunity to study technique, tone, style interpretation and repertoire, as well as developing rehearsal techniques. Focus will be on duets, trios, quartets and small ensembles. Students will meet for two hours/week of direct instruction and coaching with brass ensemble director, and an additional two hours/week of scheduled ensemble practice time. This course may be repeated for credit. Entrance by audition or the permission of the Chairperson. (Offered Fall, Spring) Fee - $100. 0, 1/2,
This ensemble will focus on the study and performance of ensemble literature for brass instruments. It will provide the students with opportunity to study technique, tone, style interpretation and repertoire, as well as developing rehearsal techniques. Focus will be on duets, trios, quartets and small ensembles. Students will meet for two hours/week of direct instruction and coaching with brass ensemble director, and an additional two hours/week of scheduled ensemble practice time. This course may be repeated for credit. Entrance by audition or the permission of the Chairperson.
This ensemble will focus on the study and performance of ensemble literature for classical guitar. It will provide the students with opportunity to study technique, tone, style interpretation and repertoire, as well as developing rehearsal techniques. Focus will be on duets, trios, quartets and small ensembles. Students will meet for two hours/week of direct instruction and coaching with guitar ensemble director, and an additional two hours/week of scheduled ensemble practice time. This course may be repeated for credit. Entrance by audition or the permission of the Chairperson. (Offered Fall, Spring) Fee - $100. 0, 1/2,
This ensemble will focus on the study and performance of ensemble literature for classical guitar. It will provide the students with opportunity to study technique, tone, style interpretation and repertoire, as well as developing rehearsal techniques. Focus will be on duets, trios, quartets and small ensembles. Students will meet for two hours/week of direct instruction and coaching with guitar ensemble director, and an additional two hours/week of scheduled ensemble practice time. This course may be repeated for credit. Entrance by audition or the permission of the Chairperson.
This ensemble will focus on the study and performance of ensemble literature for string instruments. It will provide the students with opportunity to study technique, tone, style interpretation and repertoire, as well as developing rehearsal techniques. Focus will be on duets, trios, quartets and small ensembles. Students will meet for two hours/week of direct instruction and coaching with string ensemble director, and an additional two hours/week of scheduled ensemble practice time. This course may be repeated for credit. Entrance by audition or the permission of the Chairperson. (Offered Fall, Spring) Fee - $100. 0, 1/2,
This ensemble will focus on the study and performance of ensemble literature for string instruments. It will provide the students with opportunity to study technique, tone, style interpretation and repertoire, as well as developing rehearsal techniques. Focus will be on duets, trios, quartets and small ensembles. Students will meet for two hours/week of direct instruction and coaching with string ensemble director, and an additional two hours/week of scheduled ensemble practice time. This course may be repeated for credit. Entrance by audition or the permission of the Chairperson.
This ensemble will focus on the study and performance of ensemble literature for woodwind instruments. It will provide the students with opportunity to study technique, tone, style interpretation and repertoire, as well as developing rehearsal techniques. Focus will be on duets, trios, quartets and small ensembles. Students will meet for two hours/week of direct instruction and coaching with woodwind ensemble director, and an additional two hours/week of scheduled ensemble 366 practice time. This course may be repeated for credit. Entrance by audition or the permission of the Chairperson. (Offered Fall, Spring) Fee - $100. 0, 1/2,
This ensemble will focus on the study and performance of ensemble literature for woodwind instruments. It will provide the students with opportunity to study technique, tone, style interpretation and repertoire, as well as developing rehearsal techniques. Focus will be on duets, trios, quartets and small ensembles. Students will meet for two hours/week of direct instruction and coaching with woodwind ensemble director, and an additional two hours/week of scheduled ensemble practice time. This course may be repeated for credit. Entrance by audition or the permission of the Chairperson.
Skills of sight-reading and public performance will be stressed through the study of works from Baroque, Classical, Romantic and 20th Century literature. Open to non-music majors upon permission of the Director. This course may be repeated for credit. (Offered Fall, Spring) Fee - $100. 0, 1/2,
This course will explore the vast possibilities of sound and rhythm through percussion. Conventional percussion instruments from Africa, South America, Asia and Europe will be used and discussed, as well as non-conventional instruments, as students learn the definition of percussion. Traditional rhythms and techniques are performed in an open drum circle as students learn to create community through rhythm. Ideas for the use of percussion in music therapy are discussed and demonstrated by students. (Offered Fall or Spring) Fee-$100.00.
This course will explore the vast possibilities of sound and rhythm through percussion. Conventional percussion instruments from Africa, South America, Asia and Europe will be used and discussed, as well as non-conventional instruments, as students learn the definition of percussion. Traditional rhythms and techniques are performed in an open drum circle as students learn to create community through rhythm. Ideas for the use of percussion in music therapy are discussed and demonstrated by students.
This elective will focus on children ages birth to five years. Students will learn about and engage in interventions designed to promote language development in pre-verbal, developing- verbal and non-verbal children. Highlights will include the history of music and sign language in Deaf Education, as well as the use of American Sign Language (ASL) taught through songs, stories and musical play. Students will learn musical repertoire and develop or refine their sign language vocabulary while learning some subtleties of the grammar and syntax of ASL. This course will be useful to students majoring in Music Therapy, Music Education, Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology, Early Childhood and Special Education. This course satisfies the Liberal Arts and Sciences requirement and can be taken as a vocal elective. No prerequisites required. (Offered Fall or Spring)
This elective will focus on children ages birth to five years. Students will learn about and engage in interventions designed to promote language development in pre-verbal, developing-verbal and non-verbal children. Highlights will include the history of music and sign language in Deaf Education, as well as the use of American Sign Language (ASL) taught through songs, stories and musical play. Students will learn musical repertoire and develop or refine their sign language vocabulary while learning some subtleties of the grammar and syntax of ASL. This course will be useful to students majoring in Music Therapy, Music Education, Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology, Early Childhood and Special Education. This course satisfies the Liberal Arts and Sciences requirement and can be taken as a vocal elective.
This course focuses on teaching students proper singing and vocal techniques. Students are expected to develop their musical reading skills, work on issues of intonation, breath control, and tone production as well as interpretation of melodies and musical lines. Students are expected to develop a proper, healthy vocal technique that will allow them to develop as musicians and singers.
This course focuses on teaching students proper singing and vocal techniques. Students are expected to develop their musical reading skills, work on issues of intonation, breath control, and tone production as well as interpretation of melodies and musical lines. Students are expected to develop a proper, healthy vocal technique that will allow them to develop as musicians and singers.
(formerly MUS 197 Early Music History for 2 credits) A study of music evolving from its sociological background from Ancient through the Baroque Period; the basic elements of styles, forms and performance practices within them, the innovation of outstanding composer and their representative works
For Music Majors/Music Minors only. Non- Music Majors/Minors with permission from Chair. (Offered Fall, Spring)
MUS 1990Music History I3
A study of music evolving from its sociological background from Ancient through the Baroque Period; the basic elements of styles, forms and performance practices within them, the innovation of outstanding composer and their representative works.
A survey of Twentieth Century composers and styles to include impressionism, expressionism, whole tone and electronic music, and world music. (Satisfies General Education Music History requirement.)
(formerly Theory and Sight Singing III) A continuation of MUS 102, this course will add two part and harmonic dictation, and the aural recognition of compound intervals, inversion of triads and seventh chords and sight- singing in alto and tenor clefs.
MUS 102 or permission of the Music Department Chairperson. (Fall)
MUS 2040Sight Singing/Ear Training II2
A continuation of MUS 1020, this course will add two part and harmonic dictation, and the aural recognition of compound intervals, inversion of triads and seventh chords and sight-singing in alto and tenor clefs.
A study of the development of American music. Literature of music in America from 1600 to the present day. Contributions of the various ethnic groups, folk and art resources, leaders of American culture. (Satisfies General Education Music History requirement.)
A study of the development of American music. Literature of music in America from 1600 to the present day. Contributions of the various ethnic groups, folk and art resources, leaders of American culture. (Satisfies General Education Music History requirement.)
(formerly Theory and Sight Singing IV) The study of complex rhythms, chromatic and modulating melodies for sight-singing and dictation and the aural recognition of church modes and altered scales. Prerequisite:
The study of complex rhythms, chromatic and modulating melodies for sight-singing and dictation and the aural recognition of church modes and altered scales.
This course is for students who have completed MUS 106 Fundamentals of Guitar or have a background in playing guitar. It will cover intermediate-level repertoire, barre chords, fingerpicking patterns and transpositions. Learning improvisational techniques and advanced methods of jazz and other popular music styles will be emphasized. For Music Majors/Music Minors or Theatre Majors only. Must have prior experience with the guitar. Non-Music Majors/Minors with permission from Chair. (Can be repeated for up to 3 credits.) 1 credit
This course is for students who have completed MUS 1060 Fundamentals of Guitar or have a background in playing guitar. It will cover intermediate-level repertoire, barre chords, fingerpicking patterns and transpositions. Learning improvisational techniques and advanced methods of jazz and other popular music styles will be emphasized. For Music Majors/Music Minors or Theatre Majors only. Must have prior experience with the guitar. Non-Music Majors/Minors with permission from Chair. (Can be repeated for up to 3 credits.)
MUS 2080Popular Music (K-Pop) and Culture - Korea3
K-pop, Korean pop and dance music, has become increasingly popular throughout the world since the 1990's. As a form of cultural studies, the history of Korean pop music helps students widen their perspectives in a global society. In this introductory course, students will examine the history, mythology and healing function of art objects and musical expressions from ancient world to contemporary times as a means of understanding the cultural and musical identities of Koreans, and how this relates to the development of K-pop culture. By exploring how ethnic music has been used to facilitate physical, emotional, psychological and spiritual transformation, this course explores how the rapid shift toward modernity has affected the use of and relationship to healing in contemporary society. Students are encouraged to examine their own preconceptions about Korean music and culture by investigating the conflicts and intersections in Korea between spirituality and music in traditional and modern contexts.
A study of the evolution of this unique American music phenomenon, which combines the African heritage with the European forms of the New World. It covers the work songs, spirituals and the blues; the birth of jazz in New Orleans and its dissemination to St. Louis, Chicago, Kansas City and New York. Students will review the great innovators and popularizers of the entire spectrum of jazz, its forms and structure. (Satisfies General Education Music History requirement.)
A study of the evolution of this unique American music phenomenon, which combines the African heritage with the European forms of the New World. It covers the work songs, spirituals and the blues; the birth of jazz in New Orleans and its dissemination to St. Louis, Chicago, Kansas City and New York. Students will review the great innovators and popularizers of the entire spectrum of jazz, its forms and structure. (Satisfies General Education Music History requirement.)
The style of Tonal Counterpoint - Polyphonic procedures in the style of Bach and his contemporaries with practical application will comprise the main thrust of the course. Some examination of the polyphonic techniques of the Classical and Romantic periods will be included especially. Prerequisite: MUS 112, 213.
A continuation of 18th century harmony through seventh chords, secondary dominants and diminished seventh chords, and an introduction to melody harmonization. Analysis will continue with the study of cadences and phrase structure found in examples of classical music. Prerequisite: MUS 112. (Spring)
A continuation of 18th century harmony through seventh chords, secondary dominants and diminished seventh chords, and an introduction to melody harmonization. Analysis will continue with the study of cadences and phrase structure found in examples of classical music.
This course is an introduction to arranging and application of techniques used in scoring for chamber ensembles, orchestra and band. Students learn about voicing, voice leading considerations of balance and texture, and expansion and reduction to piano. Students will notate compositions using music computer software and learn about specific orchestration techniques. Prerequisite: Permission of the Chairperson. 3 credits
This course is an introduction to arranging and application of techniques used in scoring for chamber ensembles, orchestra and band. Students learn about voicing, voice leading considerations of balance and texture, and expansion and reduction to piano. Students will notate compositions using music computer software and learn about specific orchestration techniques.
(formerly MUS 214 for 3 credits) This course introduces students to rudimentary instrumental and vocal conducting techniques, including basic patterns and related practice procedures. Common pattern problems and their solutions will be addressed. Music selection, score study and preparation are covered, along with rehearsing, teaching and evaluation, as well as how to apply these principles when 367
This course introduces students to rudimentary instrumental and vocal conducting techniques, including basic patterns and related practice procedures. Common pattern problems and their solutions will be addressed. Music selection, score study and preparation are covered, along with rehearsing, teaching and evaluation, as well as how to apply these principles when teaching in public and private schools. Students will practice conducting small instrumental and vocal ensembles in class.
This course will consist of an examination of the curriculum goals, instructional strategies and materials for teaching music in the elementary school. It will focus on the methods for making music meaningful to children by promoting participation in all forms of music. Attention is given to the process of how all children can experience music, those of other cultures and those with special needs. Application of literacy skills through reading, writing and listening reports.
EDU 329, 330. Corequisite: EDU 369. (Offered Spring)
MUS 2190Music for Children Methods3
This course will consist of an examination of the curriculum goals, instructional strategies and materials for teaching music in the elementary school. It will focus on the methods for making music meaningful to children by promoting participation in all forms of music. Attention is given to the process of how all children can experience music, those of other cultures and those with special needs. Application of literacy skills through reading, writing and listening reports.
This course is designed to provide the student with a fundamental knowledge of accompanying. Topics include ensemble, musical interpretation, balance and color, shading of text. Practical application of these principles is gained through lecture and performance. All piano majors are required to take this course and will be called upon to accompany the vocal ensemble, vocalists and instrumentalists. Can be repeated for up to 3 credits.
Perspectives on Latin American Music explores the major musical styles and trends that shaped Latin American Music from the pre-colonial era to modern times. Students will lean to place the music within a socio-historical context. Listening characteristics of each style and learn to place the music within a socio-historical context. Listening examples and analysis will inform the student's abilities to recognize period, culture, region and style.
Field Experience in a School EDU 369 Setting: Music Education PROFESSIONAL SEMESTER (9 credits) Spring of Senior Year Student Teaching Seminar - All EDU 488
This course will consist of an examination of the curriculum goals, instructional strategies and materials for teaching music on the secondary-level. It will explore issues pertaining to the creative arts, advocacy and policy. Students will apply critical thinking to recent research topics in the field, as well as develop quality instruction of culturally rich and musically sophisticated tasks. Students will be prepared to teach and direct choruses, instrumental ensembles and general music at the secondary level, with a high degree of research-based philosophical and pedagogical expertise.
(formerly MUS 215 Keyboard Harmony for 3 credits) Assimilation of harmonic materials through practical application at the piano, with an emphasis on playing chords and chord progressions. Course content includes improvisation, accompaniment patterns, the harmonization of melodies and playing by ear. Students must demonstrate basic piano skills, or as a prerequisite, take MUS 110: Class Piano.
Assimilation of harmonic materials through practical application at the piano, with an emphasis on playing chords and chord progressions. Course content includes improvisation, accompaniment patterns, the harmonization of melodies and playing by ear.
This course will explore the major developments and figures in Rock and Roll from its early days in the American South to its current status as a worldwide phenomenon. This course will discuss major influences such as blues, rockabilly and bluegrass as well as Rock’s influence on genres as varied as jazz, hip-hop and classical. This course will also explore the way that this music has embedded itself in the cultural framework of society. (Satisfies General Education Music History requirement.)
(formerly Choral Conducting) A continuation of Conducting I, this course places greater emphasis on score analysis and refinement of technique, including posture, patterns, cueing, fermatas and gestures as they apply to instrumental and vocal ensemble settings. permission.
A continuation of Conducting I, this course places greater emphasis on score analysis and refinement of technique, including posture, patterns, cueing, fermatas and gestures as they apply to instrumental and vocal ensemble settings.
Study of music in childhood as part of socialization and enculturation of the child within family and community. Emphasis given to songs, movement to music and music listening experiences provided by parents and educators to nurture the child's musical, social and intellectual development from infancy through middle childhood. Students will further study the impact of music in typical development and with children who have special needs or experience trauma. (Satisfies General Education Music History requirement.)
This course builds on students' fundamental knowledge of music theory, with particular emphasis on the needs of Musical Theatre BFA majors. Students will study diatonic harmony, seventh chords, secondary dominants and diminished seventh chords, cadences and phrase structure within the context of modern musical theatre examples. For Theatre majors only.
Karl Orff was as important composer of Classical Music in the 20th Century. His work with children, also called Musik for Kinder, has emerged as one of the most influential music education movements in America and worldwide. In this course, students will utilize experiential learning to explore the repertoire that developed from this composer’s contributions to the era.
Zoltan Kodaly was an important composer, folklorist and educator. This course will cover the history of the Kodaly method of combining kinesthetic and visual strengths in developing music appreciation and skills. It will explore the development of music in children from an early age. Students will learn how to use voice as a primary instrument, and experience repertoire from a variety of community and classroom settings.
This elective will focus on children ages birth to five years, in addition to school age children and adults. Students will learn about and engage in interventions designed to promote language development in pre-verbal, developing-verbal and non-verbal children, in addition to reading skills. There will be an increased clinical focus with practical applications and more in-depth learning about the history of American Sign Language (ASL) in Deaf Education. Highlights will include the use of ASL taught through songs, stories and musical play. There will be creative projects and opportunity for dissecting interpretation choices in signed songs. Students will expand their musical repertoire and increase their sign language vocabulary while learning more of the grammar and syntax of ASL. This course satisfies the Liberal Arts and Sciences requirement and can be taken as a vocal elective.
Basic ASL proficiency and/or MUS 194. (Offered Fall and Spring)
MUS 2350Singing and Signing: Level II1
This elective will focus on children ages birth to five years, in addition to school age children and adults. Students will learn about and engage in interventions designed to promote language development in pre-verbal, developing-verbal and non-verbal children, in addition to reading skills. There will be an increased clinical focus with practical applications and more in-depth learning about the history of American Sign Language (ASL) in Deaf Education. Highlights will include the use of ASL taught through songs, stories and musical play. There will be creative projects and opportunity for dissecting interpretation choices in signed songs. Students will expand their musical repertoire and increase their sign language vocabulary while learning more of the grammar and syntax of ASL. This course satisfies the Liberal Arts and Sciences requirement and can be taken as a vocal elective.
In this course, we further the technical skills acquired in the Introduction to Digital Audio course. Students further their knowledge of DAW software and Wave Form Editors, while developing a portfolio of original works. Students also begin to work with advanced samplers like Kontakt, and work with mastering software and mastering tools such as Ozone and Waves. Students are introduced to specialized synthesizers like Omnisphere, Massive, FM8. Prerequisite: MUS 161. Fee-$100.00
In this course, students explore the use of electronic media in live performance. Students are introduced to the software Abbleton Live and begin to use different controllers, from tablets, and cellular phones, to gaming controllers to control sound applications. Students are also introduced to the modular programming platform MAX MSP. Students will create stand- alone applications that can be used in their search for artistic expression, from creating simple synthesizers and samplers, to real time audio processing. Prerequisite: MUS 245. Fee-$100.00.
This course furthers the student’s knowledge of to the modular programming platform MAX MSP, and are introduced to the video and image processing component: JITTER. Students will create stand-alone applications that can be used in their search for artistic expression. Students explore the intersections of sound and image and develop tools to affect them in real time. Students continue to explore the use of various controllers to process sound and video in real time.
for 7 semesters) NOTE: MUS 219 and MUS 222 are part of the Education Phase II requirements 192 ) Education/Childhood/Special Subjects/ Music 1 Education Requirements (25 total credits): APPRENTICE PHASES (10 credits) 3 Sophomore or Junior Year 3 EDU 301E E-Portfolio 0
Seminar meetings will focus on a broad range of topics of concern to the professional music educator, including professional development, career orientation, and guest lectures from specialists in the field. Students will acquire the dispositions expected of professional educators. This class is to be repeated each semester in partial fulfillment of music education proficiency requirements. Students will meet for two hours per month. Pass/Fail.
This elective will focus on the business of teaching instrumental or vocal lessons as a private business. Students will learn how to establish their own private teaching studios, create marketing strategies, create schedules, income/expense spreadsheets, prepare their taxes, prepare lesson plans and various other topics important to running a private teaching studio. No required prerequisites. (Offered Fall & Spring)
This elective will focus on the business of teaching instrumental or vocal lessons as a private business. Students will learn how to establish their own private teaching studios, create marketing strategies, create schedules, income/expense spreadsheets, prepare their taxes, prepare lesson plans and various other topics important to running a private teaching studio.
The course is designed for the serious student and will be conducted as a workshop in style, performance practices, interpretation, practice methods and all practical concerns of the student intending to make a career in music. Students will perform and discuss selected compositions in class and will be asked to analyze and compare recorded performances of famous musicians. (Can be repeated for credit.)
The course is designed for the serious student and will be conducted as a workshop in style, performance practices, interpretation, practice methods and all practical concerns of the student intending to make a career in music. Students will perform and discuss selected compositions in class and will be asked to analyze and compare recorded performances of famous musicians. (Can be repeated for credit.)
This course is designed to teach and develop the fundamental skills necessary for singers to perform opera. Emphasis will be on body movement, character development, styles and musical preparation.
(formerly offered as MUS 274 for 4 credits) Demonstration, analysis and comparison of theories, methods and models of music therapy for children with regard to specific pathologies. Exploration and refinement of the musical and personal resources necessary to meet client needs. Course includes three hours per week field observation. Students register concurrently with MUS 283. Pre- or Corequisite MUS 107 or MUS 158.
Demonstration, analysis and comparison of theories, methods and models of music therapy for children with regard to specific pathologies. Exploration and refinement of the musical and personal resources necessary to meet client needs. Course includes three hours per week field observation. Students register concurrently with MUS 2830.
(formerly offered as MUS 275 for 4 credits) Demonstration, analysis and comparison of theories, methods and models of music therapy for adults with regard to specific pathologies. Continued exploration and refinement of the musical and personal resources necessary to meet clients’ needs. Course includes three hours per week field observation. Students register concurrently with MUS 283. Pre- or
Demonstration, analysis and comparison of theories, methods and models of music therapy for adults with regard to specific pathologies. Continued exploration and refinement of the musical and personal resources necessary to meet clients' needs. Course includes three hours per week field observation. Students register concurrently with MUS 2830.
MUS 2751Telehealth: Music Therapy in the 21st Century I1
This on-line course is designed to prepare music therapy students for the expanding demand of tele-music therapy. Course will include an overview of the equipment options such as hardware, software and other technical modifications including audio interfaces, sound routing and utilizing digital audio workstations for effective telehealth clinical practice. Students will learn how to apply the therapeutic process within the constructs of telehealth including ethical considerations. The course will explore adaptations of the four methods of music therapy to provide diverse clinical interventions through online platforms (Zoom, Skype). Students will develop and apply individual and group music therapy interventions for a variety of clinical populations through online class experientials.
MUS 2752Telehealth: Music Therapy in the 21st Century II1
This is a continuation of MUS 2751.This on-line course is designed to prepare music therapy students for the expanding demand of tele-music therapy. Course will include an overview of the equipment options such as hardware, software and other technical modifications including audio interfaces, sound routing and utilizing digital audio workstations for effective telehealth clinical practice. Students will learn how to apply the therapeutic process within the constructs of telehealth including ethical considerations. The course will explore adaptations of the four methods of music therapy to provide diverse clinical interventions through online platforms (Zoom, Skype). Students will develop and apply individual and group music therapy interventions for a variety of clinical populations through online class experientials.
MUS 2753Telehealth: Music Therapy in the 21st Century III1
This is a continuation of MUS 2751 and MUS 2752.This on-line course is designed to prepare music therapy students for the expanding demand of tele-music therapy. Course will include an overview of the equipment options such as hardware, software and other technical modifications including audio interfaces, sound routing and utilizing digital audio workstations for effective telehealth clinical practice. Students will learn how to apply the therapeutic process within the constructs of telehealth including ethical considerations. The course will explore adaptations of the four methods of music therapy to provide diverse clinical interventions through online platforms (Zoom, Skype). Students will develop and apply individual and group music therapy interventions for a variety of clinical populations through online class experientials.
MUS 2800Professional Growth in Music Therapy Training1
The purpose of this course is to guide students to set and meet professional goals. Students will develop their clinical, musical, ethical and critical thinking, interpersonal skills and be given an overview of what is required as a music therapy professional. This course is required for all students who did not pass their professional dispositions. (See the Music Therapy Student Handbook.) Additional fieldwork hours may be required by the instructor. This course may only be taken one time during the student's matriculation at Molloy University. Pass/Fail.
Class will use experiential components as a means of exploring group music therapy activities. An understanding of the differential use of various musical media for therapeutic purposes will be the primary goal. In addition, simple composition and basic accompaniment skills will be developed. (This course may be repeated for credit.) Fee-$100.00.
Class will use experiential components as a means of exploring group music therapy activities. An understanding of the differential use of various musical media for therapeutic purposes will be the primary goal. In addition, simple composition and basic accompaniment skills will be developed. (This course may be repeated for credit.)
An overview of music therapy and clinical applications will be discussed. Older adults, including the natural aging process, dementia, neurological impairments and palliative and end-of-life care will be reviewed. The course will include clinical applications of music therapy techniques, interventions and approaches.
MUS 2900H(Honors) Music and Society Through History3
The study of music from various perspectives: its history, relation to culture and society, organized around ideas where creative and cultural effects are explored through examination and dialog of music repertoire spanning historical eras and global cultures. Functional aspects of the music will be related to the socio-historical, philosophical and cultural characteristics of the people in that country or region. This course will also explore the development and changes in music style and interest to changes in society as framed by social and cultural contexts of politics, economic factors, technology, conflict and revolution, governance and information. Topics may vary from year to year. (Satisfies General Education Music History requirement.)
The continued study of 18th and 19th century harmony through Neapolitan and augmented sixth chords, chromaticism and modulation. Theoretical practices of the 20th century, including modes, altered scales and twelve-tone techniques, 369
The continued study of 18th and 19th century harmony through Neapolitan and augmented sixth chords, chromaticism and modulation. Theoretical practices of the 20th century, including modes, altered scales and twelve-tone techniques, will be studied through the analysis of representative examples. Students should also be registered for MUS 2060 and MUS 3150.
A continuation of Keyboard Harmony I, this course will focus on playing chord progressions, accompaniment patterns, and melodies of greater difficulty. Also included are keyboard sequences, transposition, and the realization of figured bass. Students should also be registered for MUS 206 and MUS 314. chairperson. Fee-$100.00.
A continuation of Keyboard Harmony I, this course will focus on playing chord progressions, accompaniment patterns, and melodies of greater difficulty. Also included are keyboard sequences, transposition, and the realization of figured bass. Students should also be registered for MUS 2060 and MUS 3140.
Development of clinical improvisation skills needed to implement various models of improvisational music therapy. Focus is on skill development and the creative exploration of musical resources needed to respond to the musical/clinical needs of clients.
Music Therapy students will develop clinical writing skills that relate to their work at fieldwork and internship sites. Classes wil combine lecture, discussion and practical writing time. Students will have opportunities to meet individually with the instructor and with peers. Students will develop goal-writing skills and formulate treatment plans for their clients. Prerequisites: MUS 375 or 377 (for students doing 2013 catalog requirements).
Music Therapy students will develop clinical writing skills that relate to their work at fieldwork and internship sites. Classes will combine lecture, discussion and practical writing time. Students will have opportunities to meet individually with the instructor and with peers. Students will develop goal-writing skills and formulate treatment plans for their clients.
Students will further develop music therapy assessment skills and incorporate them in the organization and presentation of a clinical case study (incorporating multi-media). They will also 370 develop a professional music therapy proposal.
Students will further develop music therapy assessment skills and incorporate them in the organization and presentation of a clinical case study (incorporating multi-media). They will also develop a professional music therapy proposal.
Advanced development of clinical improvisation skills needed to implement various models of improvisational music therapy. Special focus on advanced keyboard improvisation skills. In-depth study of the specific clinical techniques described by Dr. Kenneth Bruscia. Exploration and examination of student's expression of self through improvisation as related to issues of counter transference.
Five hours/week field placement plus weekly seminars are combined to provide the student with the opportunity to integrate theory with practice while working with an experienced clinician in a setting with children or adults. Assessment, treatment and evaluation procedures and related clinical issues are explored.
Continuation of MUS 3830 Student will be assigned to a new field agency to assure experience with both child and adult client populations. Advanced examination of clinical issues, models of treatment, and role of MT in various types of practice.
This course is an introduction to research in music therapy. Students will read, interpret and conduct music therapy research, including quantitative and qualitative methodologies.
Advanced development of clinical skills and methods of treatment through extensive observation and experience with clients under supervision of experienced clinician. MUS 460/461 progression includes 450 hours of fieldwork and a weekly c seminar at college.
MUS 374 and MUS 375. (MUS 274 and MUS 275 are phased out but allowed in place of MUS 272 and MUS 273 for students prior to 2015.) (MUS 376 and MUS 377 are phased out but allowed in place of MUS 374 and MUS 375 for students prior to 2015). Fee-$150.00.
MUS 4600Music Therapy: Internship I3
Advanced development of clinical skills and methods of treatment through extensive observation and experience with clients under supervision of experienced clinician. MUS 4600/4610 progression includes 450 hours of fieldwork and a weekly seminar at college.
Continuation of MUS 4600, including 450 hours of internship and a weekly seminar. In sequence and by permission of Director of Undergraduate Music Therapy. Culmination of work in a Case Study Research Presentation, including a 15-20 page multiple draft paper.
Independent study open to students who manifest a desire for research in the area of the student's special interest under the guidance of the music faculty.
Independent study open to students who manifest a desire for research in the area of the student's special interest under the guidance of the music faculty.
Independent study open to students who manifest a desire for research in the area of the student's special interest under the guidance of the music faculty.
Independent study open to students who manifest a desire for research in the area of the student’s special interest under the guidance of the music faculty. This course will focus on music history. (Offered upon request)
Independent study open to students who manifest a desire for research in the area of the student's special interest under the guidance of the music faculty. This course will focus on music history.
Independent study open to students who manifest a desire for research in the area of the student's special interest under the guidance of the music faculty. This course will focus on music history.
Independent study open to students who manifest a desire for research in the area of the student's special interest under the guidance of the music faculty. This course will focus on music history.
Independent study open to students who manifest a desire for research in the area of the student's special interest under the guidance of the music faculty.
Independent study open to students who manifest a desire for research in the area of the student's special interest under the guidance of the music faculty.
Independent study open to students who manifest a desire for research in the area of the student's special interest under the guidance of the music faculty.
Independent study open to students who manifest a desire for research in the area of the student's special interest under the guidance of the music faculty.
Independent study open to students who manifest a desire for research in the area of the student's special interest under the guidance of the music faculty.
The Senior Capstone Project I is a course designed to help the music major transition to professional life. The student designs a yearlong project in conjunction with the instructor (and other members of the music department if applicable) that will help students support their careers in music. The projects will be approved by the instructor and may include a Senior Lecture Recital, a substantial Recording Project, a Portfolio of Original Compositions, a Portfolio of Creative Projects that involve Music Technology or a Career Path Project designed to adapt to the specific needs and interests of the students. The course ends with a public performance or presentation of the project, with at least half of the proposed project completed during the Fall semester, when the student is enrolled in Senior Capstone Project I, and a presentation of the completed project during the Spring semester, when the student is enrolled in Senior Capstone Project II.
The Senior Capstone Project II is the continuation of Senior Capstone Project I. The course is designed to help the music major transition to professional life. The student completes the yearlong project, previously approved and developed in conjunction with the instructor (and other members of the music department if applicable). The projects may include a Senior Lecture Recital, a substantial Recording Project, a Portfolio of Original Compositions, a Portfolio of Creative Projects that involve Music Technology or a Career Path Project designed to adapt to the specific needs and interests of the students. Senior Capstone Project II ends with a final recital, or presentation of the completed project at the end of the semester.
Students will have the opportunity to learn about the clinical, research and interdisciplinary endeavors at The Rebecca Center for Music Therapy. Students will engage in supervised clinical observations of individuals and groups, learn about current research at the Center and get an introduction of music-centered music therapy practice and the DIR-Floortime approach.
Music therapists work with diverse clients in numerous settings. Given the prevalence of trauma in the US, it is an ethical imperative for clinicians to be trauma-informed. This course will provide a foundational understanding of trauma-informed care as a framework for music therapy practice that can be applied in any type of clinical setting. Topics covered will include the neurobiology of trauma, different types of traumas and their impacts on individuals and communities, differences between trauma-informed and trauma-specific practice, common risk and protective factors, theoretical and developmental frameworks, cultural humility within trauma-informed practice, and indications and contraindications for the integration of diverse therapeutic music experiences.
This course will introduce a variety of topics in the music therapy discipline and profession, including the history of the profession, educational and training requirements in the field, explorations of how health, well-being, and disability are conceptualized, major theories and methods of music therapy, developing a culturally sensitive and responsive approach to practice, and ethical considerations in practice. Case examples from a variety of clinical settings and client conditions and life experiences will be discussed and music therapy processes will be explored through arts-based experiential learning. This course also includes fifty hours of observation of music therapy sessions.
An in-depth examination of music therapy assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation. Various methods and models will be explored for clients with a range of conditions and life experiences. Students will explore case examples, plan and implement simulated music therapy assessments and develop resources for future use. Students who successfully pass a pre-clinical practicum jury and professional dispositions will co-register for MUS 5080. Students who do not pass the jury and/or dispositions will complete fifty hours of music therapy observation.
Students will examine contemporary theories and research on classification, etiology, and treatment of mental and behavioral conditions. Students will review the theory of scientific classification and the basis of DSM-V assessment classification, as well as critically examine the histories of this classification system. Music therapy case studies will be reviewed and presented to enhance student's understanding of psychopathology and individuals with mental health conditions, as well as the impact of various types of treatment. Current trends in music therapy treatment will be discussed.
A one hundred twenty-five (125) hour supervised music therapy practicum experience with children. Students will develop the necessary clinical and musical skills for leading music therapy sessions, as well as refining observation and documentation skills. Course includes a weekly seminar.
A one hundred twenty-five (125) hour supervised music therapy practicum experience with adults. Students will develop the necessary clinical and musical skills for leading music therapy sessions, as well as refining observation and documentation skills. Course includes a weekly seminar.
Development of clinical skills and methods of treatment through extensive observation and experience with clients under supervision of experienced clinician. Requires 400 hours of supervised clinical practice and a weekly seminar.
Advanced development of clinical skills in the music therapy field. Requires 500 hours of fieldwork and on-going supervision from the professor. Student will lead individual and group music therapy sessions, write assessment and goal plans and complete a weekly internship log.
Students will complete 40 post-internship hours at their clinical sites as per AMT A requirements. Students will submit hour sheets on Canvas for verification.
Course will provide techniques for developing vocal, piano and percussive improvisations and their application to clinical situations. Students will explore a variety of modes, styles and scales. Case studies will be provided to support study of clinical improvisation techniques and philosophy.
Course will provide techniques for developing vocal and guitar improvisations and their application to clinical situations. Students will explore a variety of modes, styles and scales. Case studies will be provided to support study of clinical improvisation techniques and philosophy.
Course will provide students with piano skills needed to implement various models of improvisational music therapy to clinical settings. Course will include application of musical resources, such as modes, idioms, styles, scales and various musical forms into clinical scenarios. Techniques such as clinical composition and role-playing will enable students to engage in an experiential learning process focused on skill building, clinical awareness, developing emotional empathy and personal growth.
This course is a continuation of MUS 5252. It will focus on implementation of various models of improvisational music therapy to clinical settings. Continued expansion of clinical guitar music skills. Clinical composition and role playing will enable students to focus on skill-building and developing clinical awareness.
Students will explore music from a variety of cultures and continents such as Asia, Africa, West Indies, North America and South America. Students will learn about musical styles and native instruments. Scales, idioms and styles of music will be studied in-depth. Students will develop cross-cultural therapy skills, as well as an understanding of anti-oppressive and anti-racist practices in music therapy.
MUS 5280Music and Imagery: Therapeutic Applications3
(formerly Introduction to Guided Imagery and Music) Students will explore a variety of foundational applications of imagery within music therapy practice. Focus will be given to psychodynamic underpinnings of music and imagery, including considerations for receptive music techniques. Students will develop skills in conscious listening, guided script selection/writing, and music selection. Students will also gain a basic understanding of altered states of consciousness and symbols/archetypes. Opportunities for cultural humility and reflexivity will be afforded to students as they explore the implication of cultural factors on the use of music and imagery for healing, growth, and wellness.
MUS 5290Music Psychotherapy: Current Theories and Practice3
Course will survey psycho-therapeutic theories from the following frameworks: Behavioral, Psychoanalytical, Humanistic, Existential and Transpersonal. In addition, contemporary theories such as feminist, queer theory and post-modern approaches will be explored. Theories will be discussed in relation to current music therapy practice. Related literature will be shared from the afore-mentioned models and from music therapy case studies and theoretical texts.
Survey of music therapy groups based upon behavioral, psychoanalytic, humanistic, existential and Gestalt models of psychotherapy. Students will participate in experiential "mock" music therapy groups reflecting different models and approaches.
MUS 5320Music and Medicine: Music Psychotherapy in Healthcare Communities2
This course will teach the several approaches and models of music therapy in medicine. A variety of techniques and applications will be presented. The application of music in meeting the mental, physical and spiritual influences of wellness and illness will be addressed through reading, writing, video and hands-on experiences.
Course will describe principles and theories of quantitative and qualitative research methods and survey past and current music therapy research. Students will have opportunities to develop a topic, design studies and practice methods. Students will study a variety of types of quantitative and qualitative research, such as experimental research, survey research, naturalistic inquiry and phenomenological inquiry.
Students will be introduced to various models of supervision. Role plays and review of current literature and practices will be incorporated to prepare students to supervise others. Music therapy teaching techniques will also be introduced to prepare students for college teaching.
MUS 5360Basic Theory and Practice of Guided Imagery and Music3
Course will concentrate on the dynamics of a first guided imagery and music session. Session components will be analyzed for psychological, educational, screening, diagnostic and evaluation purposes.
MUS 5370Clinical Applications for Basic Guided Imagery and Music3
Course will continue to examine the dynamics of initial sessions with particular emphasis on the function of the music and case material in the planning and implementation of techniques. Music psychotherapy relationships and processes will be explored through didactic and experiential components.
Foundations of the practice of Nordoff-Robbins music therapy will be explored through in-depth study of archival and contemporary studies via audio, video excerpts, and the literature. Particular emphasis on the use of music as the primary agent for change in promoting well-being and growth in delineated goal areas. Clinical musicianship and the Nordoff-Robbins training model will be reviewed.
An examination of psycho-dynamic and psychoanalytical concepts and theories and their relationship to music therapy practice as defined by Mary Priestley. Course will describe evolution of Analytical Music Therapy, training practices and current clinical research studies.
This course focuses on the development of musical resources through study of styles, idioms, and scales. Students will study a variety of idioms, styles. Goals include developing improvisational skills in order to increase responsiveness to individuals in therapy. Specific emphasis will be placed on clinical application of music. Contemporary and archival studies will be shared to support clinical themes and provide examples of musical styles and techniques utilized in sessions.
This course continues to focus on further development of musical resources through study of styles, idioms, and scales. Trainees will learn additional idioms, styles. Goals include developing improvisational skills in order to increase responsiveness to individuals in therapy. Specific emphasis will be placed on clinical application of music. Contemporary and archival studies will be shared to support clinical themes and provide examples of musical styles and techniques utilized in sessions.
MUS 5440Nordoff-Robbins Group Theory and Practice I2
Course will focus on development of group work, through improvisation and pre-composed music from the literature. Trainees will study group development, goals of group work, and explore group process issues. Techniques regarding improvising songs for groups, teamwork in groups, using pre-composed songs and larger works. In addition, trainees will compose and/or arrange musical material for groups that they are currently seeing. Group work supervision will also be provided in this course.
MUS 5450Nordoff-Robbins Group Theory and Practice II2
Course will continue to focus on development of group work, through improvisation and pre-composed music from the literature. Trainees will study group development, goals of group work, and explore group process issues. Techniques regarding improvising songs for groups, teamwork in groups, using pre-composed songs and larger works. In addition, trainees will compose and/or arrange musical material for groups that they are currently seeing. Group work supervision will continue to be provided on an ongoing basis in this course.
MUS 5460Vocal and Verbal Techniques in Music Therapy3
This course will provide vocal improvisation techniques and their application to clinical situations. Students will explore a variety of scales, modes, idioms in a capella as well as accompanied musical improvisations. Music-centered practice will be emphasized in the development of vocal skills and application to treatment planning. Students will develop a variety of verbal technique skills relevant to music psychotherapy practice. Maintaining vocal health will be addressed.
MUS 5470Advanced Music Therapy Clinical Practicum3
This course will enable students to apply advanced music psychotherapy skills and advanced music therapy competencies (AMTA) to clinical practice. Clinical work (40 hours) will be supervised by licensed clinical practitioners.
This course is designed to help Master's students to prepare their topics for their final thesis. Students will explore thesis topics, develop research questions, begin to search music therapy literature and explore research designs. Students will develop a proposal for their thesis topic.
In Culminating Projects I, students will develop a proposal for record of a significant contribution related to their educational and clinical growth in the field of music therapy. Students will choose between a variety of options for their project, develop a literature base, rationale for study, and set a timeline. If research, student will seek IRB approval.
Students will conduct research following method outlined in thesis proposal. Final document will include survey of past and current literature related to topic. Student will demonstrate advanced understanding in particular areas of interest. Student must obtain approval from Institutional Research Board(s), if applicable. Final thesis will follow thesis style guide and be subject to approval from thesis advisor, thesis committee member and Director of Graduate Music Therapy.
This course is made available to students when it's determined a specific academic need exists for directed learning necessary for the fulfillment of the degree requirements or for needed preparation in the field of music therapy. Depending on the goal of the course, it would be designed to have directed readings, research, discussion and study of a problem under guidance of a member of the department teaching in the Graduate Program. Approval of instructor and Graduate Program Director required.
This course is made available to students when it's determined a specific academic need exists for directed learning necessary for the fulfillment of the degree requirements or for needed preparation in the field of music therapy. Depending on the goal of the course, it would be designed to have directed readings, research, discussion and study of a problem under guidance of a member of the department teaching in the Graduate Program. Approval of instructor and Graduate Program Director required.
This course is made available to students when it's determined a specific academic need exists for directed learning necessary for the fulfillment of the degree requirements or for needed preparation in the field of music therapy. Depending on the goal of the course, it would be designed to have directed readings, research, discussion and study of a problem under guidance of a member of the department teaching in the Graduate Program. Approval of instructor and Graduate Program Director required.
