97 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 0111Music Seminar (4 semesters)
Applied Music (MAJOR) ............................................................................................................................................ 12 Music Ensemble (minimum of 6 semesters) .............................................................................................................. 6 (Must be selected from MUS 1193, MUS 1194, MUS 1195, MUS 1196) Electives in Music selected from ................................................................................................................................ 6 MUS 1192 Small Ensembles, Instrumental(instrumentalists) MUS 2145 Class Voice(vocalists) MUS 1801 Foundations in Worship MUS 2360 Principles of Music Business MUS 2112 Live Sound Production MUS 3112 Audio Recording
A performance through which the student demonstrates in a public setting technical proficiency and mastery of performance practice, stylistic interpretation, and artistic sensitivity in their primary performance medium. Practical aspects of the course include selecting dates for the hearing and the performance, assembling and preparing program materials, program printing, public announcements, and other logistical preparations. Student will present a program of approximately 20-30 minutes in length. Prerequisites: MUS 1512, MUS 1517, MUS 2136, MUS 3713, junior standing, and successful completion of the Sophomore Performance Review. (S-U grading).
A capstone experience in Sacred Music performance through which the student demonstrates in a public setting technical proficiency and mastery of performance practice, stylistic interpretation, and artistic sensitivity in at least two performance media, typically organ, voice, and/or choral conducting. Practical aspects of the course include selecting dates for the hearing and the performance, assembling and preparing program materials, program printing, public announcements, and other logistical preparations. Student will present a program of 50-60 minutes. Prerequisites: MUS 0390, MUS 2138, MUS 2522, MUS 2526, MUS 3714, and senior standing. (S-U grading).
An introduction to the basic elements of music to include pitch and rhythm notation, key signatures, simple intervals, as well as major and minor triads. This course may be required of music majors whose music theory placement exam so indicates.
An introduction to the fundamental precepts of music and the art of listening, to include a survey of the major musical trends in western civilization.
The Catawba College Pep Band is dedicated to growing the individual musicianship of each member and creating an exciting environment during athletic events on campus. This ensemble is open to all Catawba College students regardless of major. All members must have experience performing on a wind instrument, or as part of a drumline or color guard. The ensemble 199 | CATAWBA COLLEGE 2026–2027 Undergraduate Catalog
The Catawba College Marching Band is dedicated to growing the individual musicianship of each member and creating an exciting environment during athletic events on campus. This ensemble is open to all Catawba College students regardless of major. All members must have experience performing on a wind instrument, or as part of a drumline or color guard. The ensemble also welcomes students with experience as keyboard, guitar, or bass guitar players. No previous marching experience is required. Complete policy, procedures, and standards can be found in the Catawba College Marching Band Handbook.
An ensemble dedicated to the performance of contemporary and blended worship music, which performs for special events on campus and in the community. Membership by audition.
A performing ensemble composed of both college and community musicians with at least two years experience, to study and perform traditional band music.
Performing ensembles created each year to conform with student talent and interests, which perform in concerts and for special events on campus and in the local community. Membership by audition.
An instrumental ensemble devoted to the study and performance of music from the major jazz movements, this group presents programs on and off campus as well as on planned tours. Membership by audition.
A wind and percussion ensemble consisting of instrumental majors and non-majors which rehearses and performs advanced level literature representative of many styles. The college wind ensemble performs concerts both on and off campus for a variety of audiences.
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MUS 1311FUNDAMENTALS OF MUSICIANSHIP IN POPULAR MUSIC I4
An introduction to the fundamentals of musicianship, including experiences in critical listening and music- making, specifically designed for popular music and other music industry applications. Combined lecture and laboratory.
MUS 1312FUNDAMENTALS OF MUSICIANSHIP IN POPULAR MUSIC II4
A continued study of the fundamentals of musicianship, including experiences in critical listening and music-making. Includes creative applications. Specifically designed for popular music and other music industry applications. Combined lecture and laboratory. 200 | CATAWBA COLLEGE 2026–2027 Undergraduate Catalog
A study of the elements of melody, rhythm, and harmony; introduction to voice leading and analysis skills. Based on placement test some students may be required to complete MUS 1105 before registering for this course. Corequisites: MUS 1516 and MUS 2135.
A study of the elements of melody, rhythm, and harmony, including basic phrase structures, pentatonic and blues scales, syncopation, asymmetrical meters, triads, seventh chords, chord extensions, sus chords, diatonic modes, and an introduction to music form. Prerequisite: MUS 1511. Corequisites: MUS 1517 and MUS 2136.
A continuation of the development of sight-singing and dictation skills to include recognition of melodies that outline primary triads, and of rhythms with subdivided beats. Prerequisite: MUS 1516. Corequisites: MUS 1512 and MUS 2136.
Same as REL 1801. An introduction to the Biblical, historic, and aesthetic values of music in worship that includes an interpretive methodology for theological study, the history and meaning of religious ritual, the development of Christian worship from Jewish roots, the structure and integrity of the Church Year, the anatomy of hymns and hymnals, the Revised Common Lectionary, the Psalter, and a study of music in the Hebrew Bible and New Testament of the Bible along with some Jewish ritual music.
A semester-long study of styles and concepts as practiced in various cultural, political, and social contexts in the music/theatre traditions of Japan.
A course designed to help students gain a greater understanding of the art and craft of songwriting through active listening and careful analysis and then demonstrate that understanding through the composition of original works. The course also provides an introduction to computer-based demo production.
A semester-long study of live sound production, including acoustics, audio consoles, signal path, gain structure, multi-channel mixing, and audio engineering.
A course designed to provide study of musical styles and concepts in film within various historical, cultural, artistic, social, religious, and/or political contexts.
MUS 2138Class Piano IV(Required for Choral Education Majors)
Concentration: 46 Total (Concentration + Core): 58-60 **Additional electives may be added on a per term basis as approved by the music department. **No more than 2 elective credits of ensembles **Any student who does not pass the Music Theory Entrance Exam must enroll in MUS 1105 and receive a passing grade prior to continuing with the music theory sequence (does not count toward the required elective hours, but does fulfill a Creative Perspective general education requirement) 127 | CATAWBA COLLEGE 2026–2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Electives in Music selected from ............................................................................................................................... 10 MUS 1113 World Music MUS 2360 Principles of Music Business MUS 1187 Catawba College Marching Band MUS2523 Theory of Popular Music MUS 1188 Catawba Praise MUS 3112 Audio Recording MUS 1194 Catawba Jazz Band MUS 3219 Literature and Pedagogy MUS 1199 Vernaculars MUS 3715 American Popular Music
MUS 2311EXPERIENTIAL MUSICIANSHIP IN POPULAR MUSIC I3
The applied study of various styles of popular music to include practical and creative applications. Combined lecture and laboratory. Prerequisite: MUS 1312.
MUS 2312EXPERIENTIAL MUSICIANSHIP IN POPULAR MUSIC II3
The continued applied study of various styles of popular music to include practical and creative applications. Combined lecture and laboratory. Prerequisite: MUS 2311.
A broad survey of today's music industry and its four primary sectors: performing (both for-profit and not-for-profit), recording, publishing, and merchandising. Topics include industry structure, careers and professions, statistics and trends, trade organizations and professional associations, as well as legal issues and the impact of emerging technology and media.
Continuation of the study of harmony, including advanced chromaticism and an introduction to twentieth- century compositional techniques. Prerequisite: MUS 2521. Corequisite: MUS 2526.
The course helps the student develop a theoretical understanding of popular music and apply it to his or her own musical creations. Prerequisite: MUS 1512.
A continuation of the development of sight-singing, dictation, and listening skills to include chromatic material and complex meters. Corequisite: MUS 2521.
A continuation of the development of sight-singing, dictation, and listening skills to include chromatic material and complex meters. Corequisite: MUS 2522.
A study of music in the church from early Christian practices through the Reformation, the Counter- Reformation, and the 17th and 18th centuries in Europe and America.
Building on the historical and theological foundations of worship and music, a study of the framework of worship expression for Christian groups around the world, including an introduction to the Liturgical calendar, Church seasons, traditional non- liturgical service structure, contemporary worship workflow, and other non-traditional worship experiences. Prerequisite: MUS 1801.
A semester-long study of multi-track audio recording. Emphasis is placed both on understanding and application of concepts and techniques required to produce a multi-track recording in the popular music vein. Prerequisite: MUS 2112.
A study of the literature appropriate to voice or an instrumental family as well as the pedagogy applicable to teach at various levels of development and difficulty. The course will be tailored as necessary to cover a specific instrumental group (e.g., keyboard, vocal, brass, woodwind), so students will enter the course through advisement.
MUS 3361MUSIC PUBLISHING AND DIGITAL DISTRIBUTION3
A practical study of the current music industry, including music copyright, artist and songwriter royalties, publishing, publishing, and digital distribution. Prerequisite: MUS 2360.
A practical study of the current music industry, including artist management, music marketing and promotion, tour management, and business management. Prerequisite: MUS 3361.
A study of current programs, methods, and materials for teaching music in the middle and secondary school. 204 | CATAWBA COLLEGE 2026–2027 Undergraduate Catalog
A study of the principal forms of Western music through analysis of representative music literature from various genres, styles, and historical eras. Prerequisite: MUS 2521 or MUS 2523.
A survey of historical trends and styles in music, including study and analysis of representative examples from the literature from ancient Greece and the early Christian era through the Baroque. Prerequisite: MUS 1511.
A course designed to develop an understanding of the of the body as an expressive tool for communicating musical content through conducting. Skills will be introduced through the exploration of fundamental exercises, body improvisation, and authentic applications with musical examples. Prerequisite: MUS 1512 or MUS 1312.
A course designed to further develop an understanding of the body as an expressive tool for communicating musical content through conducting. Skills will be enhanced through the further exploration of fundamental exercises, body improvisation, and authentic applications with musical examples. Prerequisite: MUS 3732.
Applied Music............................................................................................................................................................... 3 (Three semesters in the same instrument of MUS 2130, 2140, 2150, 2190) Music Ensemble ............................................................................................................................................................ 3 (Must be selected from MUS 1188, MUS 1189, MUS 1196, MUS 1199) Total: 19 131 | CATAWBA COLLEGE 2026–2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Reading, discussion, independent research, and written reports on topics selected by the department. (Topics dealing with aspects of Music History and Music Theory are typical.)
Applied Music............................................................................................................................................................... 6 Music Ensemble ............................................................................................................................................................ 6 Concentration: 28 Total (Concentration + Core): 42 Worship Music and Production Concentration
A course designed to allow students to build a more complete understanding of concepts learned as part of the music education curriculum through the discussion and exploration of current research as well as proven teaching methods and strategies. Course activities will ask students to apply their growing knowledge of the field and hone their music education philosophies to the modern classroom setting.
