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65 courses with the subject MU, 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.

MU 110Fundamentals of Theory

0c-3l-2sh Rudiments of musical materials; harmonic, melodic, rhythmic, and basic formal procedures of the common practice period including pitch reading, interval construction, scales, and modes.

Subject
MU
Type
course
Edition
undergraduate
Source
www.iup.edu
MU 111Theory Skills I

0c-3l-2sh Develops aural skills through dictation and interpretation of written music by sight-singing. Taken in conjunction with Theory I.

Subject
MU
Type
course
Edition
undergraduate
Source
www.iup.edu
MU 112Theory Skills II

0c-3l-2sh Continuing development of aural skills and introduction of keyboard skills. Taken in conjunction with Theory II.

Subject
MU
Type
course
Edition
undergraduate
Source
www.iup.edu
Prerequisite
MU111
MU 115Theory I

3c-0l-3sh The study of the harmonic, melodic, and formal devices of the common practice period, from simple diatonic chords through secondary dominants.

Subject
MU
Type
course
Edition
undergraduate
Source
www.iup.edu
MU 116Theory II

3c-0l-3sh The study of the harmonic, melodic, and formal devices of the common practice period, from simple diatonic chords through secondary dominants. Theory II introduces basic music forms.

Subject
MU
Type
course
Edition
undergraduate
Source
www.iup.edu
Prerequisite
MU115
MU 120Brass Ensemble

0c-2l-0/1sh

Subject
MU
Type
course
Edition
undergraduate
Source
www.iup.edu
MU 121Chamber Singers

0c-3l-0/1sh

Subject
MU
Type
course
Edition
undergraduate
Source
www.iup.edu
MU 122University Chorale

0c-3l-0/1sh

Subject
MU
Type
course
Edition
undergraduate
Source
www.iup.edu
MU 123Symphony Band

0c-3l-0/1sh

Subject
MU
Type
course
Edition
undergraduate
Source
www.iup.edu
MU 125Marching Band

0c-6l-0/1sh

Subject
MU
Type
course
Edition
undergraduate
Source
www.iup.edu
MU 126Music Theater

0c-6l-0/1sh

Subject
MU
Type
course
Edition
undergraduate
Source
www.iup.edu
MU 127Percussion Ensemble

0c-4l-0/1sh

Subject
MU
Type
course
Edition
undergraduate
Source
www.iup.edu
MU 129University Symphony Orchestra

0c-5l-0/1sh

Subject
MU
Type
course
Edition
undergraduate
Source
www.iup.edu
MU 130String Ensemble

0c-2l-0/1sh

Subject
MU
Type
course
Edition
undergraduate
Source
www.iup.edu
MU 131University Wind Ensemble

0c-3l-0/1sh

Subject
MU
Type
course
Edition
undergraduate
Source
www.iup.edu
MU 133Woodwind Ensemble

0c-2l-0/1sh

Subject
MU
Type
course
Edition
undergraduate
Source
www.iup.edu
MU 134University Chorus

0c-3l-0/1sh

Subject
MU
Type
course
Edition
undergraduate
Source
www.iup.edu
MU 135Jazz Ensemble

0c-3l-0/1sh

Subject
MU
Type
course
Edition
undergraduate
Source
www.iup.edu
MU 136Advanced Jazz Ensemble

0c-3l-0/1sh

Subject
MU
Type
course
Edition
undergraduate
Source
www.iup.edu
MU 137Piano Accompanying
Subject
MU
Type
course
Edition
undergraduate
Source
www.iup.edu
MU 151Class Voice I

1c-1l-1sh Conceived for non-Voice majors. Development of correct vocal production techniques through individual and group performance in class. Use of the voice as a tool for theory skills and for eventual use in the music classroom.

Subject
MU
Type
course
Edition
undergraduate
Source
www.iup.edu
MU 152Class Voice II

1c-1l-1sh Continuation of Class Voice I. Resumes development of correct vocal production techniques through performance.

Subject
MU
Type
course
Edition
undergraduate
Source
www.iup.edu
MU 153Class Piano I

1c-1l-1sh Designed for students with no significant background in piano who need to develop functional keyboard skills. Emphasis placed on harmonizing melodies and playing simple accompaniments.

Subject
MU
Type
course
Edition
undergraduate
Source
www.iup.edu
MU 154Class Piano II

1c-1l-1sh Continuation of Class Piano I.

Subject
MU
Type
course
Edition
undergraduate
Source
www.iup.edu
MU 155Class Strings I

1c-1l-1sh For Music Education majors who will develop rudimentary playing techniques sufficient to initiate instruction for beginning students. Emphasis placed on correct playing positions and tone production for violin, viola, cello, and double bass.

Subject
MU
Type
course
Edition
undergraduate
Source
www.iup.edu
MU 157Class Percussion I

1c-1l-1sh A practical introduction to the various instruments of the percussion family. Students will demonstrate correct playing techniques and develop a resource file containing information on percussion instruments and instructional materials as needed by the school music teacher.

Subject
MU
Type
course
Edition
undergraduate
Source
www.iup.edu
MU 159Class Brass I

1c-1l-1sh For Music Education majors who will demonstrate rudimentary playing techniques and tone production skills to initiate beginning instruction. Students will develop playing on trumpet or French horn and trombone, euphonium, or tuba.

Subject
MU
Type
course
Edition
undergraduate
Source
www.iup.edu
MU 161Class Woodwinds I 1sh
Subject
MU
Type
course
Edition
undergraduate
Source
www.iup.edu
MU 163Class Guitar I

1c-1l-1sh Designed for students with no significant background in guitar who wish to develop functional playing skills. Emphasis placed on using the guitar as an accompanying instrument.

Subject
MU
Type
course
Edition
undergraduate
Source
www.iup.edu
MU 211Theory Skills III

0c-3l-2sh Further development of aural and keyboard skills. Taken in conjunction with Theory III.

Subject
MU
Type
course
Edition
undergraduate
Source
www.iup.edu
Prerequisite
MU111, 112
MU 212Theory Skills IV

0c-3l-2sh Culmination of development in aural and keyboard skills. Taken in conjunction with Theory IV.

Subject
MU
Type
course
Edition
undergraduate
Source
www.iup.edu
Prerequisite
MU111, 112, 211
MU 215Theory III

3c-0l-3sh Extension of the techniques of the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries to include modulation, altered chords, more advanced musical forms, and contrapuntal procedures.

Subject
MU
Type
course
Edition
undergraduate
Source
www.iup.edu
Prerequisite
MU115, 116
MU 216Theory IV 3sh

Controlled electives: Applied Music I thru VIII: private lessons in performance area-2sh each of eight semesters 16sh Major related:

Subject
MU
Type
course
Edition
undergraduate
Source
www.iup.edu
MU 217Keyboard Harmony I

1c-1l-1sh Designed to develop keyboard skills so the student may realize and produce in sound basic harmonic progressions.

Subject
MU
Type
course
Edition
undergraduate
Source
www.iup.edu
Prerequisite
Nominal facility at keyboard
MU 218Keyboard Harmony II

1c-1l-1sh Continuation of Keyboard Harmony I, involving chromatic harmony and more complex progressions.

Subject
MU
Type
course
Edition
undergraduate
Source
www.iup.edu
Prerequisite
MU217
MU 224Jazz Improvisation Techniques I

3c-0l-3sh A study of the basic materials and practices for improvising or extemporaneous playing.

Subject
MU
Type
course
Edition
undergraduate
Source
www.iup.edu
MU 225Jazz Improvisation Techniques II

3c-0l-3sh A continuation of the basic materials and practices for improvising or extemporaneous playing. Makes use of more complicated and involved harmonic progressions utilizing extended choral harmonies.

Subject
MU
Type
course
Edition
undergraduate
Source
www.iup.edu
MU 240Technology in the Music Classroom

2c-1l-2sh Introduces the student to the technology resources available for use in the music classroom and with instructional technologies appropriate to their application in K-12 settings. Students will be exposed to a variety of media and will have the opportunity to gain familiarity in their use. Emphasis will be placed on the use of the computer in the classroom, computer-based instruction, and Musical Instrument Digital Interface (MIDI).

Subject
MU
Type
course
Edition
undergraduate
Source
www.iup.edu
Prerequisite
Sophomore standing, BE/CO/IM101
MU 281Special Topics

var-1-3sh Special topics are offered on an experimental or temporary basis to explore topics that are not included in the established curriculum. A given topic may be offered under any special topic identity no more than three times. Special topics numbered 281 are offered primarily for lower-level undergraduate students.

Subject
MU
Type
course
Edition
undergraduate
Source
www.iup.edu
Prerequisite
As appropriate to course content
MU 304Form and Analysis I

2c-0l-2sh Thorough study of smaller forms of music.

Subject
MU
Type
course
Edition
undergraduate
Source
www.iup.edu
Prerequisite
MU216
MU 306Counterpoint I

2c-0l-2sh After study and analysis of the style of sixteenth-century contrapuntal writing, student will do original writing using techniques and devices of period. As time permits, same approach will be made to explore style of seventeenth- and eighteenth-century composers.

Subject
MU
Type
course
Edition
undergraduate
Source
www.iup.edu
Prerequisite
MU216
MU 309Orchestration I

2c-0l-2sh All instruments of orchestra are studied from the viewpoint of their contribution to the total sound of ensemble. Ranges and timbres are considered, as well as actual arranging of selected music.

Subject
MU
Type
course
Edition
undergraduate
Source
www.iup.edu
Prerequisite
MU216
MU 311Fundamentals of Conducting 2sh

Controlled electives: One from list: MU312 or MU313 2sh Applied Music I thru VII:private lesson in performance area-2sh each of seven semesters 14sh Major related:

Subject
MU
Type
course
Edition
undergraduate
Source
www.iup.edu
MU 312Choral Conducting

3c-0l-2sh Provides an opportunity for the student to apply basic conducting techniques to choral music. Each student conducts the class in standard choral works. Includes survey of suitable literature, organizational problems, voice testing, rehearsal techniques, program building, interpretation, and diction.

Subject
MU
Type
course
Edition
undergraduate
Source
www.iup.edu
Prerequisite
MU311
MU 313Instrumental Conducting

3c-0l-2sh Provides the student with an opportunity to apply basic conducting skills to various instrumental ensembles. Includes survey of suitable literature, organizational problems, audition procedures, rehearsal techniques, program building, and interpretation.

Subject
MU
Type
course
Edition
undergraduate
Source
www.iup.edu
Prerequisite
MU311
MU 315Theory V 3sh
Subject
MU
Type
course
Edition
undergraduate
Source
www.iup.edu
MU 331Elementary Methods

3c-0l-3sh Includes analytical study of texts, recordings, equipment, instruments, and other materials suitable to musical development of elementary pupils; proper treatment of child voice; selection, use, and teaching of rote songs; rhythmic activities and development; music reading; part singing; planning and organization; guided observations; and evaluation techniques.

Subject
MU
Type
course
Edition
undergraduate
Source
www.iup.edu
MU 333Secondary Methods 3sh

Major: 49 Required courses:

Subject
MU
Type
course
Edition
undergraduate
Source
www.iup.edu
MU 335Music for the Exceptional Student

2c-2l-2sh Develops music education skills, techniques, and materials for the emotionally, mentally, physically, or neurologically handicapped student and the gifted. Designed for students in music education, special education, and elementary education.

Subject
MU
Type
course
Edition
undergraduate
Source
www.iup.edu
MU 337General Music in Middle Schools

3c-0l-3sh This course will provide general practices and pedagogy related to recent standards for a comprehensive, sequential middle school general music curriculum. Specific focus on curriculum development, lesson planning, instructional strategies, adolescent behavioral characteristics, as well as diverse materials and resources.

Subject
MU
Type
course
Edition
undergraduate
Source
www.iup.edu
Prerequisite
MU331
MU 340Woodwind Instrument Repair

0c-2l-2sh This course is designed for students preparing for teaching careers in instrumental music. Instruction will be conducted in a laboratory setting and will include development of the diagnostic and repair skills necessary to deal with the problems most frequently encountered in a public school classroom on the clarinet, flute, and saxophone.

Subject
MU
Type
course
Edition
undergraduate
Source
www.iup.edu
Prerequisite
MU133, Teacher Certification
MU 351Italian Diction and Literature

2c-0l-2sh For first-semester voice majors, this class meets for two hours per week. Emphasis is on pronunciation for the stage and readings of Italian song texts. Italian madrigals, solo song literature, and operatic repertoire are also studied.

Subject
MU
Type
course
Edition
undergraduate
Source
www.iup.edu
MU 353French Diction and Literature

2c-0l-2sh For third- or fourth-semester voice majors, this class meets for two hours per week. Emphasis is on pronunciation for the stage and the International Phonetic Alphabet. French solo song literature and operatic repertoire are also studied.

Subject
MU
Type
course
Edition
undergraduate
Source
www.iup.edu
MU 354German Diction and Literature

2c-0l-2sh For second-semester voice majors, this class meets for two hours per week. Emphasis is on pronunciation for the stage. German solo song literature as well as Bach chorales are studied.

Subject
MU
Type
course
Edition
undergraduate
Source
www.iup.edu
MU 405Piano Pedagogy

3c-0l-3sh Survey of current and significant past developments in teaching of piano, both privately and in small and large classes. The various piano methods are analyzed, compared, criticized, and adapted to each individual’s use.

Subject
MU
Type
course
Edition
undergraduate
Source
www.iup.edu
Prerequisite
Junior standing in Piano and a Piano major or minor
MU 406Voice Pedagogy

3c-0l-3sh Survey of current and past development in teaching of voice, both privately and in small and large classes. The various vocal methods are analyzed, compared, criticized, and adapted to each individual’s use.

Subject
MU
Type
course
Edition
undergraduate
Source
www.iup.edu
Prerequisite
A voice major or minor and permission of the instructor
MU 408Marching Band Techniques

2c-0l-2sh Considers building a band show; alignment of ranks and files; development of a standard pace of 5 to 5 and 8 to 5; selection of music; instrumentation; techniques of developing morale; and fundamentals of uniform design.

Subject
MU
Type
course
Edition
undergraduate
Source
www.iup.edu
MU 411Composition I

2c-0l-2sh Instruction is individualized. Compositional devices studied through analysis of works by major composers. Students will write several original compositions utilizing smaller forms.

Subject
MU
Type
course
Edition
undergraduate
Source
www.iup.edu
Prerequisite
MU216
MU 412Composition II

2c-0l-2sh Continuation of Composition I.

Subject
MU
Type
course
Edition
undergraduate
Source
www.iup.edu
Prerequisite
MU411
MU 413Composition III

2c-0l-2sh Students will write several original compositions utilizing larger forms.

Subject
MU
Type
course
Edition
undergraduate
Source
www.iup.edu
Prerequisite
MU412
MU 414Composition IV 2sh

Controlled electives: One from list: MU304, MU307, MU309 2sh Applied Music I-VII: Private lessons in performance area-2sh each of seven semesters 14sh Major related:

Subject
MU
Type
course
Edition
undergraduate
Source
www.iup.edu
MU 475Music Lab

var-0sh All music majors must attend eight recitals per semester and all departmental recitals, as well as all recitals for their respective performance areas.

Subject
MU
Type
course
Edition
undergraduate
Source
www.iup.edu
MU 481Special Topics

3c-0l-3sh May provide an in-depth study of a narrowly defined area of the discipline. Subject matter will change with repeated offering of the course. May be repeated for credit.

Subject
MU
Type
course
Repeatable
May be repeated for credit.
Edition
undergraduate
Source
www.iup.edu
Prerequisite
As appropriate to course content
MU 482Independent Study

var-1-6sh Students with interest in independent study of a topic not offered in the curriculum may propose a plan of study in conjunction with a faculty member. Approval is based on academic appropriateness and availability of resources.

Subject
MU
Type
course
Edition
undergraduate
Source
www.iup.edu
Prerequisite
Prior approval through advisor, faculty member, department chairperson, dean, and provost's office
MU 493Internship in Music

var-1-6sh Designed for music majors who wish to receive practical experience working with people in music or in areas related to music. Table of Contents | Index of Courses This information is maintained by the Office of the Registrar, with approval from the University Senate. Last modified at 11:10 PM on 8/2/98.

Subject
MU
Type
course
Edition
undergraduate
Source
www.iup.edu

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