64 courses with the subject MUSC, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
Group C - Ensemble courses ...................................................................................................... 4 Choose 4 hours from the following; repeatable x 4:
Intended for students who have not previously studied voice. Students learn basic concepts of producing good sound including proper breath management, good diction, and developing the full range of voice. Opportunity to sing for and listen to colleagues is an important aspect of this course. Some studio class and concert attendance requirements are included.
Emphasis is placed on the use of the voice as a natural instrument. The goal is an artistic style of singing that includes beautiful tone and dependable technique. As the voice is developed, literature suited to the capacity of the student and drawn from the best works of great masters is studied. Some popular music of the student’s choosing may be included. Some studio class and concert attendance requirements included.
Intended for students who have not previously studied piano. In addition to mastering note reading and playing simple pieces, students develop the ability to play chord progressions, harmonize simple melodies, and explore other keyboard capabilities.
Intended for students who have not previously studied guitar. Students learn to play notes and chords, read music notation, play simple music from several styles, and do a variety of other guitar-related activities.
A study of technique and literature open to students of all levels of proficiency. Some studio class and concert attendance requirements included. 265
A study of musical performance techniques and literature open to students of all levels of proficiency. Students apply their studies in a group setting with individual attention given to each student. Opportunity to play for and listen to music.
The course includes a thorough grounding in registration, means of expression necessary to minimize the highly mechanical nature of the instrument, and pedal technique. The choice of music is determined by the capacity of the student and the instrument being played.
A study of technique and literature open to students of all levels of proficiency. Some studio class and concert attendance requirements included.
A study of technique and literature open to students of all levels of proficiency. Some studio class and concert attendance requirements included.
MUSC 1191, 1192, 2191, 2192Applied Synthesizer ..................................................... 4 Group D - Music Skills (Secondary Instruments) ........................................................................ 4 Choose four hours from the following; any combination:
Group D - Music Skills (Secondary Instruments) ........................................................................ 4 Choose four hours from the following; any combination:
A select choral group of mixed voices that explores all historical and stylistic music that brings praise to the Lord. The choir presents public concerts, regional tours, and participates in chapel and church services, convocations, and other events. Purchase of formal wear is required. May be repeated for credit.
Intended for students with some experience in reading music and playing classical guitar. Students will develop skills that enable them to perform classical music on a challenging level in an ensemble setting. The ensemble will be expected to perform at events on and off campus.
An ensemble for students with some prior study and ensemble experience on a string or woodwind instrument. The ensemble meets twice per week and may be expected to perform occasionally on or off-campus. Prerequisite: 2 years of study on the instrument, or consent of professor. May be repeated for credit.
This course provides an introduction to the technique, musical expressiveness, and stylistic performance practices appropriate for rock, pop, country, R&B, and other modern music styles. Students are required to attend rehearsals 3-4 hours per week and to perform live on or off campus. Includes two non-performing opportunities in audio engineering and management. Prerequisite: Audition and consent of professor is required. May be repeated for credit.
Provides an introduction to the technique, musical expressiveness, and stylistic performance practices appropriate for performance at athletic events. Students are required to attend rehearsals 3.4 hours per week and to perform at a significant number of Montreat College athletic events. 266
Arts- Choose one of the following:
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An introduction to materials and properties of music, musical media, and categories of musical literature with a concentration in music of the Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and Modern eras.
Business Curriculum.......................................................................................................................... 6 Group E - Business Courses........................................................................................................ 6 Complete each of the following:
This course will provide students and faculty the opportunity to examine current issues or specialized topics within the discipline at a lower- level of study (appropriate for freshmen or sophomore academic experience). Topics will be determined by the department. Class will meet 15 hours for each hour of credit offered. Repeatable for different topics. (Offered by department discretion.)
Fall Semester Spring Semester BUSN 2201 Principles of Accounting I 3 BUSN 2202 Prin. of Accounting II 3 MUSB 1260 Music Business Forum 0 MUSB 1260 Music Business Forum 0 MUSB 3251 Copyright Law 3 MUSB 3252 Music Publishing 3
A choral ensemble that explores challenging repertoire from the Renaissance to the twenty-first century, the choir performs in concerts with the Concert Choir as well as in chapel and church services, madrigal dinners, and other functions. Above average sight-singing and vocal abilities necessary. Successful audition required. May be repeated for credit.
Designed for musicians proficient on traditional acoustic folk instruments at the intermediate or advanced level, this ensemble explores the range of folk music styles rooted in the southern Appalachian mountains of the United States. This includes bluegrass and old-time music genres as well as Scottish and Irish Celtic styles that influenced the development of traditional Appalachian music. Progressive bluegrass and other modern folk fusion styles will also be explored. This course requires students to have a basic proficiency in ear playing and improvisation.
Designed for musicians proficient on instruments of a standard small jazz combo at the intermediate or advanced level, this ensemble explores the range of jazz music styles rooted in this uniquely American genre. This course requires students to have a basic functional level of proficiency in reading music in standard notation, working with charts, as well as ear playing and improvisation.
The purpose of this course is to develop individual and ensemble creativity and experience in writing, arranging, and performing original music. Students are required to attend rehearsals 3-4 hours per week and to perform live on or off campus. Includes two non-performing opportunities in audio engineering and management. Prerequisites: Audition/ Interview required.
A repeatable course designed primarily to fulfill ensemble requirements for Piano majors. Emphasis on development of sight reading, listening, and ensemble skills needed for effective accompaniment. Includes supervised collaboration with student soloists and ensembles, and some performances. Prerequisite: consent of professor.
Students will learn and grow in musical and worship-leading techniques. Students are required to attend rehearsals 3-4 hours per week and to perform live during chapel services and other events. Includes two non-performing opportunities in audio engineering and production.
Music Theory III is a continuation of the study of melodic, harmonic, and formal elements used in the Common Practice Era. Includes an introduction to extended tertian and chromatic harmony; a brief study of each of the standard Classical forms; and early 19th c. Romantic style. 267
Music Theory IV is a continuation of the study of 19th c. compositional techniques, including increased chromaticism and foreign modulation in the Late Romantic and Impressionist periods; and an introduction to the eclecticism and experimental techniques of the early 20th century, including serialism. Continued development of aural skills includes progressive sight-singing, rhythm, and keyboard exercises; advanced melodic, rhythmic, and harmonic dictation. (Offered spring semesters, even years.)
This course will investigate the nature of rhythm observed from a rainbow of musical idioms. The idioms used for study will be determined by the students’ own prior musical experiences, their main fields of study, and the instructor’s recommendations. Topics include clave, hemiola, polyrhythm, north and south Indian rhythm and counting, and time. The topic of time will include timekeeping; metronome and click track techniques, and feel.
This course explores the development of the rock-and-roll phenomenon from its roots in rhythm and blues, jazz and swing and country western music to its maturity and popularity in the latter part of the twentieth century. Various genres that have been viewed as sub- categories or rock-and-roll are defined and examined. A study of influential and popular rock-and-roll musicians, their lives, and their music are included. The course also examines the social and political forces that spawned and nourished this influential genre of music, and analyzed the effect that rock-and-roll has had on society. Christian principles in relation to participation in rock-and-roll will also be discussed as well as how rock-and-roll has affected the Christian community. Online only. Humanities credit.
This course covers the history and development of American musical theater from 1927 through the present and the creation and production of a musical. Scripts and scores, audio and video recordings, and when possible, live performances and/or rehearsals will supplement text materials. Humanities credit. Online only.
From the music of Stephen Foster, and Civil War ballads and bands, to Blues, Bluegrass, Jive and Jazz. Wiley Hitchcock’s classic text Music in the U.S. guides us as we study, listen, and attend live performances. Then hear guest lectures from folk and jazz artists and country-western songwriters from Nashville, 116
Emphasis on topics of interest in either keyboard or voice disciplines.
A continuation of MUSC 1111, 1112, 2111, 2112. Advanced techniques of singing are studied. Emphasis on pedagogical and scientific aspects of the singing art. Literature includes that from classic and Romantic era opera and art song. Prerequisites: Successful completion of 2000-level voice instruction and consent of professor.
A continuation of MUSC 2121, 1122, 2121, 2122. Advanced playing techniques are studied. Emphasis on pedagogy, interpretation, mechanics of sound production, and physiological aspects of keyboard playing. Literature includes that from the Baroque through the Modern eras.
A study of technique and literature in continuation of MUSC 1131,1132,2131,2132. Some studio class and concert attendance requirements included. Prerequisites: Successful completion of 2000-level guitar instruction and consent of professor.
A continuation of MUSC 1141, 1142, 2141, 2142. Studies include advanced techniques in registration and pedaling. Emphasis on service playing, and artistic and interpretive aspects of the organ. Literature drawn from Renaissance to Modern repertory. Prerequisites: Successful completion of 2000-level organ instruction and consent of professor.
Advanced study of technique and literature in continuation of MUSC 1151, 1152, 2151, 2152. Some studio class and concert attendance requirements included. Prerequisites: Successful completion of 2000-level string instruction and consent of professor.
Advanced study of technique and literature in continuation of MUSC 1161, 1162, 2161, 2162. Some studio class and concert attendance requirements included. Prerequisites: Successful completion of 2000-level woodwind instruction and consent of professor. 268
Advanced study of technique and literature in continuation of MUSC 1171, 2172, 2171, 2172. Some studio class and concert attendance requirements included. Prerequisites: Successful completion of 2000-level percussion instruction and consent of professor.
Advanced study of technique and literature in continuation of MUS 1181, 1182, 2181, 2182. Some studio class and concert attendance requirements included. Prerequisites: Successful completion of 2000-level brass instruction and consent of professor.
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Humanities- Choose one of the following:
Having completed MUSC 3421, this course moves the student from the panoramic vantage point to a specific locale. This course, with an emphasis on research and writing, allows the student to take up residence with a genre and/or subgenre and discover how it has had an impact on history, society and faith. Prerequisite: MUSC 3421, or consent of professor.
This course is an informational and useful survey of the most-incorporated tool in Christian worship: congregational song. Besides the historical survey, the study of song as musical composition is a dimension of the course with students actively involved in creating texts and tunes.
Supervised internship provides students with the opportunity to integrate classroom instruction with on-the-job learning tailored to needs and desired career of individual students in music. A minimum of one hour and a maximum of three hours may be counted toward the degree.
This course will provide students and faculty the opportunity to examine current issues or specialized topics within the discipline at an upper- level of study (appropriate for junior or senior academic experience). Topics will be determined by the department. Class will meet 15 hours for each hour of credit offered. Repeatable for different topics. (Offered by department discretion.)
Students may select. Prerequisites: Junior status or above. A career GPA of 2.5 and approval of the department chair is required.
A study of basic conducting patterns, techniques, and rehearsal procedures. Laboratory experiences are concerned with learning about music through the rehearsal and study of choral literature. Emphasis is placed upon gestural technique and score study to effectively communicate characteristics of style and the performance practice of music from various musical periods.
The exploration of resources, methods, and techniques useful for leading a choir in church or school. Of particular emphasis is group vocal techniques, sight-singing techniques, and ensemble diction for choirs using IPA. Prerequisite: MUSC 4271. 269
Source: Montreat College's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 61
