16 courses with the subject MEN, 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.
MEN 221Chapel Worship Team1
A vocal and instrumental ensemble designed to prepare and lead congregational worship for University chapels. Includes an introduction to worship service design and leadership, especially using contemporary musical styles and forms. Membership is open to all students on the basis of audition. Two hours of rehearsal per week. Both semesters.
A performance class designed to acquaint students with Early Music and Historical Performance practice. In this team-taught course, resident and area professionals skilled in the various instruments related to the repertoire instruct and coach students in preparation for a performance at the semester’s end. The seminar alternates between music of the Baroque and music of the Renaissance. Both semesters.
Performance of standard and non-standard orchestral literature, as well as accompaniments for oratorio and concerto performances. Membership is open to all University students. Two-and-a-half hours of rehearsal per week. Both semesters.
Performance of standard literature and non-standard works for wind ensemble. Membership is open to all University students by audition. Two and one-half hours of rehearsal per week. Both semesters.
Performance of standard concert literature, as well as transcriptions of hymns and sacred songs. Membership is open to all students. One hour of rehearsal per week. Both semesters.
Performance of standard literature written for English handbells. Membership is open to all students. Sight-reading ability is required. Three hours of rehearsal per week. Both semesters.
Performing experience in standard jazz literature. Improvisation is stressed, and jazz performance techniques are discussed. Audition required. Open to all students. Both semesters.
The study and performance of standard chamber repertoire based on student instrumentation, including independent and coached preparation. Both semesters.
Performance of standard choral works selected from various periods and styles. Emphasis is placed on sacred choral literature. The chorale performs on- and off-campus during the school year and takes an extended annual tour. Membership is open to all students on the basis of audition/interview. Four hours of rehearsal per week. Both semesters.
Approximately 10-16 voices selected for their vocal quality and sight reading ability. Performance of standard chamber literature selected from various periods and styles. Membership is open to all students on the basis of audition/interview. Three hours of rehearsal per week. Both semesters.
Performance of a major choral work with orchestra annually. Membership is open to all students. Two hours of rehearsal per week, beginning in mid-October with a concert in early February. Register noncredit in the fall and one credit in the spring. Both semesters.
An introduction to the world of opera and music theater, giving attention to dramatic movement, emotional interpretation, staging principles, scenery, props, costumes, makeup, and lighting. Either semester.
A small vocal/instrumental ensemble that performs contemporary Christian music for ministry at churches, youth meetings, retreats, and banquets. Membership is open to all students by audition. Participation in both fall and spring semesters is required. Two hours of rehearsal per week. Both semesters.
Selected repertory of choral works from the African American tradition of religious music. Influences of world music traditions are also explored. No previous musical experience necessary. Membership is open to all students on the basis of audition. Both semesters.
A study of the piano as an accompanying medium for standard vocal and instrumental literature, including congregational singing. Special emphasis is given to stylistic problems, orchestral reductions, and ensemble musicianship. This course is designed as a two-semester course (one credit each). Semester I (Fall) emphasizes various areas of sacred music accompaniment that the student will encounter (hymn playing, solo, and anthem accompaniment). Also explored are recitative, aria, and chorus accompaniment, including an introduction to basic performance practice as it relates to the organ and harpsichord. Semester II (Spring) focuses on the study of accompaniments for art songs, operatic arias, and instrumental works. The keyboard major must pass each semester once for credit, but is permitted to take either part multiple times as well. The course satisfies an ensemble requirement each semester taken. First semester.
A study of the piano as an accompanying medium for standard vocal and instrumental literature, including congregational singing. Special emphasis is given to stylistic problems, orchestral reductions, and ensemble musicianship. This course is designed as a two-semester course (one credit each). Semester I (Fall) emphasizes various areas of sacred music accompaniment that the student will encounter (hymn playing, solo, and anthem accompaniment). Also explored are recitative, aria, and chorus accompaniment, including an introduction to basic performance practice as it relates to the organ and harpsichord. Semester II (Spring) focuses on the study of accompaniments for art songs, operatic arias, and instrumental works. The keyboard major must pass each semester once for credit, but is permitted to take either part multiple times as well. The course satisfies an ensemble requirement each semester taken. Second semester.
