55 courses with the subject MUS, 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.
MUS 1000Introduction to the Arts3
(s) An introductory course to the fine arts designed to remove high school deficiency only. Areas of investigation and participation will include art, drama, and music. Study will include how to produce or perform works of art, how to analyze, interpret, and evaluate artworks, and knowledge of stylistic periods in the arts. As needed. (NIT)
(s) A study of the basic elements of music structure, scales, intervals, key signatures, meter, note values, triads, simple harmony, and sight singing. This course may be required of music majors whose Theory Placement exam indicates a need for remedial work. F. (T)
(s) Group instruction in basic piano techniques for students with no prior training in piano. Daily practice required. This course is required for Tennessee Transfer Pathway students seeking the A.F.A. degree in Music and may be required of Associate of Arts Music or Music Education majors based on piano proficiency scores. F. (T) 1 hour lecture/1 hour studio
(s) An introduction to music through listening to recordings of standard works, lectures, recitals and other media to encourage cultural development. F, S, Su. (T)
(s) A choral singing organization for students desiring a musical experience which includes learning quality literature and public performances. F, S. (T) 1 hour lecture/1 hour studio
(s) A study of four part harmony of the 18th and 19th centuries using triads and seventh chords. Students will construct and analyze chord progressions and melodies. Required for freshman music majors.
Score of 80% or better on Theory Placement exam. S. (T)
MUS 1058Ear Training I1
(s) Development of proficiency in identifying aurally and writing basic rhythmic, melodic, and harmonic progressions of traditional music. Designed to be taken concurrently with MUS 1057. Required for freshman music majors. S. (T) 1 hour lecture/1 hour studio
(s) A choral organization for community members and students which presents public concerts throughout the academic year. F, S. (T) 1 hour lecture/1 hour studio
(s) A chronological study of country music through listening to recordings of standard works, lectures, and other media. Students will develop an understanding of country music and its role in their culture. As needed. (T)
(s) A chronological study of rock and roll music through listening to recordings of standard works, lectures, and other media. Students will develop an understanding of rock and roll music and its role in their culture. As needed. (T)
(s) A chronological study of jazz music through listening to recordings of standard works, lectures, and other media. Students will develop an understanding of jazz music and its role in their culture. As needed. (T)
(s) A chronological study of folk music through listening to recordings of standard works, lectures, and other media. Students will develop an understanding of folk music and its role in their culture. As needed. (T)
(s) A chronological study of sacred music through listening to recordings of standard works, lectures, and other media. Students will develop an understanding of sacred music and its role in their culture. As needed. (T)
(s) A concert band which will represent the college in public performances; stage band and other ensembles will be selected from this organization. Individual practice as assigned.
Permission of instructor. F, S. (T) 1 hour lecture/1 hour studio
MUS 1127Class Piano II1
(s) A continuation of Music 1610 applied to accompanying classroom and simple choral repertoire. Daily practice required. This course is required for Tennessee Transfer Pathway students seeking the A.F.A. degree in Music and may be required of Associate of Arts Music or Music Education majors based on piano proficiency scores.
(s) A continuation of MUS 1040 using more advanced melodies and harmonic procedures. Required for freshman music majors. Designed to be taken concurrently with MUS 1155. F. (T) 1 hour lecture/1 hour studio
(s) Group instruction in basic techniques of breathing, tone production, diction, phrasing, using simple song repertoire. Daily practice required. F. (T)
(s) A continuation of Music 1510 with advanced techniques of voice production, solo literature and application to training choral groups. Daily practice required.
(s) Brass ensemble will meet for two hours a week and perform at least once every semester. Both credit and non-credit participants are encouraged to participate in this ensemble. This class is open to those who play brass instruments and who desire to study classical brass literature and practices. As needed. (T) 1 hour lecture/1 hour studio
(s) A study of the major styles of commercial music with attention to the characteristics that distinguish each. As needed. (T) 1 hour lecture/1 hour studio
(s) A study of the major styles of commercial music with attention to the characteristics that distinguish each. As needed. (T) 1 hour lecture/1 hour studio
(s) Students will create and record material in the Walters State Recording Studio. From this ensemble, soloists, background vocalists, and instrumental groups will be assigned material to perform for the recording process. The course may be repeated for credit. F, S. (T) 1 hour lecture/1 hour studio
(s) Students will participate in public performance of SSA-Women’s Choir and TTBB-Men’s Choir choral literature. F, S. (T) 1 hour lecture/1 hour studio
(s) A systematic look at career options in the music industry. Topics discussed include: songwriting, record contracts, music publishing, national and international copyright law, music licensing, artist management, and concert promotion. As needed. (T)
(s) Commercial Instrumental Styles is designed for instrumentalists who plan to work in the entertainment industry as a studio musician or performer. Emphasis is placed on 1) playing different styles of music, 2) improvisation, 3) learning to play a chord chart and 4) ear training. As needed. (T)
(s) Commercial Instrumental Styles is designed for instrumentalists who plan to work in the entertainment industry as a studio musician or performer. Emphasis is placed on 1) playing different styles of music, 2) improvisation, 3) learning to play a chord chart and 4) ear training. As needed. (T)
(s) This ensemble is an audition only group that incorporates vocal performance, dance and drama. It is the premiere performance group of the Professional Entertainment Program. A wide variety of music is performed, including, but not limited to Broadway musical revues, Pop, Madrigal/Medieval drama/dance/songs. Students participate in concerts throughout the semester. Ensemble meets four days a week. Open by audition only. F, S. (T)
(s) One 30-minute (1 credit) or 50-minute (2 credit) lesson per week with an instructor. Daily practice required. Examinations each semester. Public performance may be scheduled. Lab fee required. F, S. (T)
MUS 1922Individual Music Instruction - Keyboard1-2
(s) One 30-minute (1 credit) or 50-minute (2 credit) lesson per week with an instructor. Daily practice required. Examinations each semester. Public performance may be scheduled. Lab fee required. F, S. (T)
MUS 1932Individual Music Instruction - Instrument1-2
(s) One 30-minute (1 credit) or 50-minute (2 credit) lesson per week with an instructor. Daily practice required. Examinations each semester. Public performance may be scheduled. Lab fee required. F, S. (T)
(s) One 30-minute (1 credit) or 50-minute (2 credit) lesson per week with an instructor. Daily practice required. Examinations each semester. Public performance may be scheduled. Lab fee required. F, S. (T)
MUS 1934Individual Music Instruction - Woodwinds1-2
(s) One 30-minute (1 credit) or 50-minute (2 credit) lesson per week with an instructor. Daily practice required. Examinations each semester. Public performance may be scheduled. Lab fee required. F, S. (T)
(s) One 30-minute (1 credit) or 50-minute (2 credit) lesson per week with an instructor. Daily practice required. Examinations each semester. Public performance may be scheduled. Lab fee required. F, S. (T)
MUS 1936Individual Music Instruction - Percussion1-2
(s) One 30-minute (1 credit) or 50-minute (2 credit) lesson per week with an instructor. Daily practice required. Examinations each semester. Public performance may be scheduled. Lab fee required. F, S. (T)
(s) One 30-minute (1 credit) or 50-minute (2 credit) lesson per week with an instructor. Daily practice required. Examinations each semester. Public performance may be scheduled. Lab fee required. As needed. (T)
(s) A study of advanced harmonic progressions and melodic structures of the 17th to 19th centuries. Students will analyze advanced harmonic progressions and melodies as well as larger forms of musical composition. Recommended class for transfer purposes for sophomore music majors.
(s) Development of proficiency in identifying aurally and writing advanced rhythmic, melodic and harmonic progressions of traditional music. Designed to be taken concurrently with MUS 2055. Recommended class for transfer purposes for sophomore music majors. S. (T) 1 hour lecture/1 hour studio
(s) An instrumental organization with rehearsals meeting once each week in the evening. Auditions are open to all adult college or high school students seeking admission. Public performances may be scheduled.
Permission of program director. F, S. (T) 1 hour lecture/1 hour studio
MUS 2155Music Theory IV3
(s) A study of advanced harmonic and melodic structures of the 19th and 20th centuries. Recommended class for transfer purposes for sophomore music majors.
(s) A continuation of MUS 2010 using more advanced melodies and harmonic procedures. Designed to be taken concurrently with MUS 2155. Recommended class for transfer purposes for sophomore music majors. As needed. (T) 1 hour lecture/1 hour studio
(s) An introduction to the historical development of current technology used in the production of sound recording. The student will be introduced to varying aspects of current music technology. As needed. (T)
(s) An introduction to sound system components and principles and concepts fundamental to live sound situations, including indoor and outdoor events. As Needed. (T)
(s) An overview of studio technologies including microphones, mixing consoles, DAW software, outboard gear, digital, analog recording devices, and basic recording procedures during tracking, mixing and mastering. As Needed. (T)
(s) Advanced course, continuation of MUS 2220. Advanced production techniques, including aspects of microphone placement and selection, tracking, mixing, more extensive use of DAW software overdubbing and other recording devices.
(s) Continuation of Studio Production Techniques I Laboratory with advanced hands-on experience in the use of microphones, mixing consoles, software and other recording devices.
(s) Examines theories and technology used in audio production for various media including radio, television, and film, internet and gaming. Provides the student with a useful vocabulary covering the area of audio production and with the basic theory upon which production skills can be built. F, S. (T)
(s) Advanced study building on MUS 1745, exploring the creation of a career in entertainment. Students will learn how to develop a plan which helps an artist to become successful in his/her chosen field of interest.
