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MUS
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MUS 1001University Chorale (1 credit)1
The University Chorale is open to all persons regardless of planned major. The Chorale appears in public concerts throughout the year. (repeatable up to 8 credits)
Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke 2026-2027 Catalog
A study of technical, stylistic, and aesthetic elements of commercial music literature through rehearsal and public performances with an emphasis on sound, cohesion, and balance. Membership in the Commercial Music Ensemble is open to all students by audition. (repeatable up to 8 credits)
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MUS
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
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course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke 2026-2027 Catalog
The Electronic Music Ensemble is open to all persons regardless of planned major with permission of the director. Students will study, rehearse, and perform music featuring electronic interfaces and instruments. PREREQ: Permission of instructor
Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke 2026-2027 Catalog
MUS 1040Introduction to Jazz Appreciation (3 credits)3
Open to both music and non‑music majors. An introduction to jazz through a study of its origins, development, styles, and major innovative figures. Consideration is made of the idiom’s historical and sociological contexts.
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MUS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke 2026-2027 Catalog
The history, musical styles, and major figures of rhythm and blues, rock ‘n’ roll, and other forms of American popular music are studied in the context of cultural and social history. Critical listening skills are developed by comparing and contrasting individual works and a variety of historical styles.
Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke 2026-2027 Catalog
The University Pep Band is open to all persons regardless of planned major with permission of the director. Public performances will be made at athletic events and whenever support of scheduled University activities is needed. (repeatable up to 8 credits) PREREQ: Permission of instructor.
Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke 2026-2027 Catalog
An introduction to hip-hop through a historical and cultural survey. Covers influences, development, artists, related artistic movements, and trends. Traces cultural and societal impacts and connections.
Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke 2026-2027 Catalog
Workshop focusing on development and execution in bringing together the disciplines of singing, acting, and dancing through solos, duets, and group ensembles. The class explores all eras of music theater and will involve group rehearsals, culminating in a class performance. (repeatable up to 8 credits)
Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke 2026-2027 Catalog
Introduction to the basic materials and concepts of music theory. The course will focus on commonalities of selected historic and geographic literatures through the study of fundamentals, melodic and harmonic writing, terms, and symbols.
Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke 2026-2027 Catalog
A study of the formal types, ensembles and compositional practices of Western art music will further student awareness of musical materials and relationships. The emphasis of the course will be on tonal harmonic structures and procedures. PREREQ: C or better in MUS 1140.
Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke 2026-2027 Catalog
The University Orchestra is open to all persons regardless of planned major with permission of the director. Students will study, rehearse, and perform music from world orchestra literature in a full range of styles and genres. (repeatable up to 8 credits) PREREQ: Permission of instructor.
Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke 2026-2027 Catalog
Open to both music and non-music majors. Students will study and perform the native music of non-Western cultures, including Caribbean, African, Mexican, and other repertoire. Students participate in public performances. (repeatable up to 8 credits) PREREQ: Permission of the instructor.
Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke 2026-2027 Catalog
A survey of World Music, primarily in its current musical settings. Such development will be viewed in light of its political, social, and general cultural setting.
Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke 2026-2027 Catalog
Membership open by audition. Ensemble will explore the stylistic, aesthetic, and technical elements of literature for the small choir through rehearsal and frequent public performances. (repeatable up to 8 credits) PREREQ: Permission of instructor.
Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke 2026-2027 Catalog
The University Band is open to all persons regardless of planned major with permission of the director. Public appearances are made in concerts. (repeatable up to 8 credits) PREREQ: Permission of instructor.
Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke 2026-2027 Catalog
The Vocal Jazz Ensemble is a select group that performs vocal arrangements of jazz and other American popular music styles. Membership is open to all students by audition. (repeatable up to 8 credits).
Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke 2026-2027 Catalog
Membership in the University Jazz Ensemble is open to all students by audition. A study of technical, stylistic and aesthetic elements of jazz literature through rehearsal and public performances. (repeatable up to 8 credits) PREREQ: Permission of instructor.
Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke 2026-2027 Catalog
MUS 1641Musical Theatre Production Practicum (1 credit)1
A graded laboratory experience in a fully staged musical theatre production. Meeting dates/times will be determined by the production schedule. All students registered will audition for the production, and if offered a role must accept. PREREQ: Permission of instructor. (repeatable up to 8 credits)
Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke 2026-2027 Catalog
Membership in Percussion Ensemble is open to all students by audition or permission of the director. A technical, stylistic, and aesthetic study of percussion ensemble literature through rehearsal and public performances. (repeatable up to 8 credits) PREREQ: Permission of instructor.
Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke 2026-2027 Catalog
The student will become familiar with representative literature for various small ensembles through rehearsal and performances. (repeatable up to 8 credits) PREREQ: Permission of instructor.
Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke 2026-2027 Catalog
The student will become familiar with representative literature for Jazz Combo through rehearsal and performances. Permission of instructor required. (repeatable up to 8 credits)
Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke 2026-2027 Catalog
The UNCP Low Brass Ensemble rehearses one hour weekly and presents multiple performances per semester. Performing as a member of the UNCP Low Brass Ensemble increases the student’s performance abilities by addressing technical facility, range, rhythm, intonation, and musicianship. Placement is by audition each semester. (repeatable up to 8 credits)
Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke 2026-2027 Catalog
Students will become familiar with representative literature for various guitar duos, trios, and quartets through rehearsals and performances. (repeatable up to 8 credits)
Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke 2026-2027 Catalog
MUS 1810Class Piano I for Music Majors (1 credit)1
A concentrated group study of keyboard harmony and playing techniques, designed for the music major. Graded on a Satisfactory (Pass [P]), Unsatisfactory (Fail [F]) basis.
Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke 2026-2027 Catalog
MUS 1820Class Piano II for Music Majors (1 credit)1
A continuation of MUS 1810 . Graded on a Satisfactory (Pass [P]), Unsatisfactory (Fail [F]) basis. A grade of Pass [P] in this course denotes the successful completion of the piano proficiency requirement for music majors.
Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke 2026-2027 Catalog
A continued study of the musical materials of Western art music. Chromatic harmony and larger forms will be studied with an emphasis on advanced analytic concepts and terms. PREREQ: C or better in MUS 1150.
Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke 2026-2027 Catalog
A concentrated study of fundamentals and basic techniques of the voice. Students will also study the basic choral repertoire for students in all grades, elementary through high school.
Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke 2026-2027 Catalog
Explores the songwriting process in the commercial music industry. Emphasis will be placed on developing melodies, understanding and notating basic popular music harmony, and form. Students will also explore the relationship between lyrics, music, and storytelling.
Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke 2026-2027 Catalog
MUS 2430Musical Theatre Song Study: 1800s - 1967 (2 credits)2
A hybrid lecture and performance course focusing on the musical, historical, and dramatic analysis of 19 th & 20 th century English operetta, and early musical theatre. Students will perform selected works at the end of the semester in a recital setting. PREREQ: MUS 1140 - Theory I (for music majors) or permission of instructor.
Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke 2026-2027 Catalog
MUS 2440Musical Theatre Song Study: 1967 - Present (2 credits)2
A hybrid lecture and performance course focusing on the musical, historical, and dramatic analysis of modern musical theatre. Students will perform selected works at the end of the semester in a recital setting. PREREQ: MUS 1140 Theory I (for music majors) or permission of instructor.
Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke 2026-2027 Catalog
MUS 2540Introduction to Music Education (1 credit)1
Survey of American education, with an emphasis on music learning, teaching and philosophy, school structure and governance, diversity and multi-cultural education, and professional ethics. Supervised field experiences required. PREREQ: MUS majors only.
Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke 2026-2027 Catalog
MUS 2870Acting for Musical Theatre II (3 credits)3
Further studies in the process and terminology of acting, with special attention to the needs of the musical theatre performer. PREREQ: MUS 2860 or permission of instructor.
Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke 2026-2027 Catalog
MUS 2940The World of Music: Antiquity to the Baroque Era (3 credits)3
A study of the development of music from Antiquity through the Baroque era. Such development will be viewed in light of its political, social, and general cultural setting.
Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke 2026-2027 Catalog
A survey of the American musical from 1860 to the present, with particular emphasis on the musicals written after 1927. The development of the musical will be viewed in light of its political, social, and general cultural setting.
Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke 2026-2027 Catalog
A laboratory course introducing basic instrumental conducting techniques including beat patterns, baton techniques, and score preparation; with supervised conducting experience.
Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke 2026-2027 Catalog
A course of the fundamentals of choral conducting focusing on gestural technique, score analysis, interpretation and rehearsal techniques. PREREQ: MUS 3290
Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke 2026-2027 Catalog
Explores the songwriting process in the commercial music industry. Emphasis will be placed on modern applications of songwriting skills, including writing for industry briefs, writing in different styles, and writing under time constraints. Students will continue to explore the relationship between lyrics, music, and storytelling. PREREQ: MUS 2305
Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke 2026-2027 Catalog
Rehearsal lab is a course designed to provide students opportunities to develop rehearsal skills. Students will also conduct an ensemble. PREREQ: MUS 3290
Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
0
Credits (max)
0
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke 2026-2027 Catalog
A practical study of the fundamentals of scoring for individual instruments and ensembles. Prerequisite or Instructor Permission required. PREREQ: C or better in MUS 1150
Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke 2026-2027 Catalog
A course designed to acquaint the keyboard major with the art and techniques of accompanying vocal and instrumental solo and ensemble literature. (repeatable up to 3 credits) PREREQ: 2 semesters of MUSP 1021 or MUSP 1521 or MUSP 1041 or MUSP 1541 (Private Piano/Organ) and Instructor’s approval.
Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke 2026-2027 Catalog
This course examines current trends and the role of the recording industry in the music business. It explores the history of major and independent record labels, current record companies, the distribution of recorded music and the role of retail in music distribution. The student will examine artist/ label agreements and will study contractual language and content.
Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke 2026-2027 Catalog
An introduction to the equipment, procedures, and techniques of audio production. Course work will trace the production chain from microphone characteristics to finished audio file types and will include experience with recording, MIDI sequencing, editing, signal processing, and mixing. PREREQ: Permission of instructor required.
Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke 2026-2027 Catalog
A study of theory and compositional techniques as applied to the jazz idiom. Original compositions will be written and orchestrated for various-sized jazz ensembles. The prerequisite or permission of the instructor. PREREQ: C or better in MUS 1150 COREQ: MUSL 3610
Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke 2026-2027 Catalog
A study of theory and arrangement techniques as applied to the popular music and songwriting idiom. Original compositions will be written and arranged for various-sized ensembles. Students will understand the major components of a professional demo and creating a songwriting portfolio. PREREQ: MUS 3305
Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke 2026-2027 Catalog
MUS 3850Musical Theatre Production: Principal Role (2 credits)2
A graded laboratory experience in a fully staged musical theatre production in which students perform a prominently featured principal role. Meeting dates/times will be determined by the production schedule. Open only to Musical Theatre Majors. (repeatable up to 6 credits). Permission of instructor.
Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke 2026-2027 Catalog
MUS 3860Advanced Acting for Musical Theatre (3 credits)3
An exploration of some lesser-used acting techniques, with further studies in the process and terminology of acting, and special attention to the needs of the musical theatre performer. PREREQ: MUS 2860 or permission of instructor.
Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke 2026-2027 Catalog
MUS 3930The World of Music: Classical to the Contemporary Era (3 credits)3
A study of the development of music from the Classical period through the twenty-first century. Such development will be viewed in light of its political, social, and general cultural setting.
Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke 2026-2027 Catalog
MUS 4000Elementary Music Methods and Materials (3 credits)3
Principles and practices required in teaching music to children, to include an overview of current approaches (Dalcroze, Kodaly, Orff) and their impact on current methodology and materials. Emphasis on planning, teaching and evaluating music lessons at preschool, primary, intermediate, and upper elementary levels in consideration of learning abilities at the varying levels of children’s growth and development.
Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke 2026-2027 Catalog
An in-depth examination of advanced audio techniques relating to recording, synthesis, processing, and other elements of audio production. PREREQ: MUS 3580
Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke 2026-2027 Catalog
MUS 4050Secondary General and Choral Music Education Methods (3 credits)3
An examination of the music program in secondary school involving curricula for fine arts requirement, instructional procedures for the teaching of advanced general music, music appreciation and choral ensembles. Choral rehearsal techniques, singing skills, repertoire skills, choral literature for major eras will be covered. Emphasis is placed on the philosophies and pragmatic approaches to managing and teaching music at the secondary level.
Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke 2026-2027 Catalog
MUS 4200Secondary Instrumental Music Methods (3 credits)3
A study of current materials and methods used in building instrumental programs from elementary through high school to include a basic history and philosophy of music education, sequential organizational approaches, evaluative techniques, theoretical research, performance literature, field based knowledge, instrument repair, and marching band techniques.
Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke 2026-2027 Catalog
A course designed primarily for the keyboard specialist who is planning to teach piano. The course includes methods of teaching, appropriate materials, and techniques for all grade levels.
Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke 2026-2027 Catalog
A course designed to implement the student’s study of theory. Original compositions will be written for instrumental and choral ensembles in the important music forms utilizing homophonic and polyphonic techniques. PREREQ: C or better in MUS 1150 or permission of instructor
Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke 2026-2027 Catalog
Provides continuous full-time, full-semester teaching experience in off-campus public school setting in the subject area in which the candidate seeks licensure. Includes placement at two levels (elementary, middle, secondary) for K-12 licensure areas. Pass/Fail grading. PREREQ: Admission to the Professional Semester.
Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
9
Credits (max)
9
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke 2026-2027 Catalog
MUS 4750Professional Seminar for Pre-Service Music Teachers (2 credits)2
A seminar designed to parallel the full semester internship experience. Emphasis is placed on helping on-site pre-service teachers understand the purpose, organization, and administration of schools and school systems as well as the role of the music teacher. Opportunities will be provided to review the challenges found in the internship experience.
Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke 2026-2027 Catalog
