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17 courses with the subject MAX, 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.

MAX 031Applied Percussion (Secondary)0

Private instruction in Applied Percussion for the non-music major, or music major studying a secondary applied area. Instruction is tailored to the level of the student’s development. Either semester.

Subject
MAX
Credits (min)
0
Credits (max)
0
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.cairn.edu
MAX 032Applied Percussion (Secondary)0

A continuation of MAX 031 for all subsequent semesters. Either semester.

Subject
MAX
Credits (min)
0
Credits (max)
0
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.cairn.edu
MAX 131Applied Percussion (Secondary)1

Private instruction in percussion for the non-music major and for the music major studying percussion as a secondary applied. Instruction is tailored to the student’s level of development and goals. Either semester.

Subject
MAX
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.cairn.edu
MAX 132Applied Percussion (Secondary)1

Private instruction in percussion for the non-music major and for the music major studying percussion as a secondary applied. Instruction is tailored to the student’s level of development and goals. Either semester.

Subject
MAX
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.cairn.edu
MAX 181Applied Percussion2

Study of basic instrumental techniques, including breathing, posture, tone production, articulation, and phrasing. Technical studies include scales and interval studies and transposition techniques, in addition to a standard classical repertoire. Instrumental interpretation of hymns and sacred songs is also covered. Either semester.

Subject
MAX
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.cairn.edu
MAX 182Applied Percussion2

Study of basic instrumental techniques, including breathing, posture, tone production, articulation, and phrasing. Technical studies include scales and interval studies and transposition techniques, in addition to a standard classical repertoire. Instrumental interpretation of hymns and sacred songs is also covered. Either semester.

Subject
MAX
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.cairn.edu
MAX 231Applied Percussion (Secondary)1

Private instruction in percussion for the non-music major and for the music major studying percussion as a secondary applied. Instruction is tailored to the student’s level of development and goals. Either semester.

Subject
MAX
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.cairn.edu
MAX 232Applied Percussion (Secondary)1

Private instruction in percussion for the non-music major and for the music major studying percussion as a secondary applied. Instruction is tailored to the student’s level of development and goals. Either semester.

Subject
MAX
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.cairn.edu
MAX 281Applied Percussion2

The continuation of instrumental technique with exercises to develop range, power, and flexibility. Service music and classical repertoire to include several longer works such as a sonata. Transposition to all keys. Either semester.

Subject
MAX
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.cairn.edu
MAX 282Applied Percussion2

The continuation of instrumental technique with exercises to develop range, power, and flexibility. Service music and classical repertoire to include several longer works such as a sonata. Transposition to all keys. Either semester.

Subject
MAX
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.cairn.edu
MAX 283Class Percussion1

A study of the rudiments of playing percussion instruments, which includes practical study and performance on several instruments within the percussion family. Emphasis is on studying the performance capabilities and pedagogical aspects of percussion instruments. First semester.

Subject
MAX
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.cairn.edu
MAX 381Applied Percussion2

Study of a major work (Classical or Romantic) each semester for the student’s chosen instrument. Advanced technical studies. Selected shorter works. Either semester.

Subject
MAX
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.cairn.edu
MAX 382Applied Percussion2

Study of a major work (Classical or Romantic) each semester for the student’s chosen instrument. Advanced technical studies. Selected shorter works. Either semester.

Subject
MAX
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.cairn.edu
MAX 481Applied Percussion2

Study to include a concerto from the Romantic period and shorter pieces from the 20th century. Additional work in instrumental service playing. Advanced transposition studies. Either semester.

Subject
MAX
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.cairn.edu
MAX 482Applied Percussion2

Study to include a concerto from the Romantic period and shorter pieces from the 20th century. Additional work in instrumental service playing. Advanced transposition studies. Either semester.

Subject
MAX
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.cairn.edu
MAX 581Applied Percussion2

Emphasis on repertoire building. Study is correlated with history and literature courses, and includes reading of important orchestral and operatic scores and a major 20th-century work, if available. The senior recital should represent varied historical periods and styles, and should normally include some ensemble work. Either semester.

Subject
MAX
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.cairn.edu
MAX 582Applied Percussion2

Emphasis on repertoire building. Study is correlated with history and literature courses, and includes reading of important orchestral and operatic scores and a major 20th-century work, if available. The senior recital should represent varied historical periods and styles, and should normally include some ensemble work. Either semester.

Subject
MAX
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.cairn.edu

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