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69 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 100INTRO TO LISTENING3

(A) A general introduction to western music from Gregorian Chant to the 21st century, as well as world music, jazz, and other popular styles, designed to refine the student's listening skills and enjoyment. Emphasis will be on guided analytical listening to selected works by major composers. No previous musical experience is expected.

Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.marybaldwin.edu
MUS 101BEGINNING VOICE
Subject
MUS
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.marybaldwin.edu
MUS 102BEGINNING PIANO
Subject
MUS
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.marybaldwin.edu
MUS 103BEGINNING GUITAR
Subject
MUS
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.marybaldwin.edu
MUS 105FUNDAMENTALS OF MUSIC (A)3
Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.marybaldwin.edu
MUS 106MARY BALDWIN
Subject
MUS
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.marybaldwin.edu
MUS 107MBU MARCHING BAND1

The MBU Marching Band is open to all Mary Baldwin students. The band performs regularly at parades on and off campus. Can be repeated for credit. 428

Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Repeatable
Can be repeated for credit.
Edition
2026-2027
Source
catalog.marybaldwin.edu
MUS 108CHAMBER MUSIC
Subject
MUS
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.marybaldwin.edu
MUS 111MUSIC THEORY I (A)4

THEA 114 or THEA 115 3

Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.marybaldwin.edu
MUS 112MUSIC THEORY II4

These courses examine the role of harmonic material in tonal music, viewed in several ways: harmonization exercises, analysis, and short compositions. There is a lab component which will emphasize aural skills and sightsinging. Required for the major or minor.

Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.marybaldwin.edu
Prerequisite
Ability to read music in both treble and bass clef and/or MUS 105. MUS 112L: LAB FOR MUS 112 Credits: 0
MUS 120ELECTIVE APPLIED
Subject
MUS
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.marybaldwin.edu
MUS 121ELECTIVE APPLIED
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MUS
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.marybaldwin.edu
MUS 122ELECTIVE APPLIED
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MUS
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course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.marybaldwin.edu
MUS 123ELECTIVE APPLIED
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MUS
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.marybaldwin.edu
MUS 124ELECTIVE APPLIED
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MUS
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.marybaldwin.edu
MUS 125ELECTIVE APPLIED
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MUS
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.marybaldwin.edu
MUS 126ELECTIVE APPLIED
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MUS
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.marybaldwin.edu
MUS 127ELECTIVE APPLIED
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MUS
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.marybaldwin.edu
MUS 128ELECTIVE APPLIED
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MUS
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.marybaldwin.edu
MUS 129ELECTIVE APPLIED
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MUS
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.marybaldwin.edu
MUS 130ELECTIVE APPLIED
Subject
MUS
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.marybaldwin.edu
MUS 131ELECTIVE APPLIED
Subject
MUS
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.marybaldwin.edu
MUS 132ELECTIVE APPLIED
Subject
MUS
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.marybaldwin.edu
MUS 141DICTION FOR SINGERS3

At least one semester of 4 foreign language Applied Voice Lessons every 4-8 semester Music 106 every semester 4-6 Pass the formal audition at the end of sophomore year.

Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.marybaldwin.edu
MUS 150INTRODUCTION TO
Subject
MUS
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.marybaldwin.edu
MUS 151HISTORY OF JAZZ (D)3

An examination of jazz as both a musical and sociological phenomenon; this course focuses on the musical developments that resulted in jazz, the major jazz styles from New Orleans to the present, and d musicians who have strongly influenced these styles.

Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.marybaldwin.edu
MUS 160MUSIC IN COMMUNITY1

(C) This civic engagement course culminates in a collaborative project with a musical focus. All students will be expected to participate in research of project models, along with brainstorming and planning a unique project to further their understanding and provide a benefit to the community. In addition, students will be expected to participate in a minimum of 10-15 hours of interaction with a community mentor, leader, or entrepreneur in discussions, guidance and support sessions to complete the group project. The class is open to all students. 2026-2027 Academic Catalog

Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
catalog.marybaldwin.edu
MUS 189CREATIVITY: MUSIC
Subject
MUS
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
catalog.marybaldwin.edu
MUS 200TOPICS IN MUSIC
Subject
MUS
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.marybaldwin.edu
MUS 205MUSICAL & OPERA SCENES3
Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
catalog.marybaldwin.edu
MUS 210ACCOMPANYING1

This course is for piano students. Each student will accompany voice or instrumental students in a performance.

Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.marybaldwin.edu
Prerequisite
Advanced piano skills and permission of instructor. 2021-22 Catalog
MUS 211MUSIC THEORY III3

These courses are a continuation of MUS 111-112. Students will develop analytical techniques appropriate for the major styles and genres of western music, from Gregorian chant to the present, with attention as well to the historical and cultural foundation of these techniques. Focus will be on analysis projects, composition, and aural skills.

Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.marybaldwin.edu
Prerequisite
MUS 112 or permission of instructor.
MUS 212MUSIC THEORY IV (Q)3

At least one Music History 3 course at the 200-level s At least one Music History 3 course at the 300-level At least two semesters of 2-4

Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.marybaldwin.edu
MUS 215HISTORY OF

WESTERN MUSIC TO 1750 A survey of western music from antiquity to the Baroque. The major emphasis will be on aural recognition of the various musical styles current during the

Subject
MUS
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.marybaldwin.edu
MUS 216HIST WESTERN MUSIC3

FROM 1750 to the PRESENT A survey of western music from the late Baroque to the present. As in MUS 315, primary emphasis will be on aural recognition of the major styles of the last 400 years. Music 316 is required for Music Majors.

Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.marybaldwin.edu
Prerequisite
MUS 100 or permission of instructor.
MUS 217CONDUCTING3

Choral conducting is the choreography of sound. In addition, it is the art of teaching and communicating through verbal and gestural technique. The major goal of this course is to secure for the student the fundamental skills necessary for success as a conductor and teacher. Required for Music Education students.

Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.marybaldwin.edu
MUS 218WOMEN IN MUSIC (GO)3

This course will examine the rich history of women's involvement with music as composers, performers, listeners, patrons, critics, and objects of musical representation. This course includes examples drawn from western civilization, popular music, and world music.

Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.marybaldwin.edu
MUS 222CHORAL LITERATURE3

(A) This course has been designed to give an overview of choral literature both from an historical perspective (musical period, genre, composers, performance practice, style) and a more practical review of pieces suggested for performance at the senior high school, college and adult levels. While standard composers and works will be studied, the course may include lesser- known works and contemporary literature of interest. Selected literature will be studied by reading through scores and listening to recordings. The instructor, students, and guest lecturers will present ideas about their pieces, successful programming and appropriate selection of literature for specific levels.

Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.marybaldwin.edu
MUS 223PIANO LITERATURE3

(A) A survey of the music, history, and performance technique of the keyboard from the Baroque to the 21st century. Individual works will be selected for listening, discussion and limited analysis. Emphasis will be on both live and recorded performances. Reading knowledge of music recommended. Recommended background: MUS 100. Recommended: MUS 100.

Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.marybaldwin.edu
MUS 226MUSIC AND THE THEATRE (A)3
Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.marybaldwin.edu
MUS 227BLACK SACRED MUSIC (A) (D)3

Total credits: 15

Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
catalog.marybaldwin.edu
MUS 245INTRODUCTION TO
Subject
MUS
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
catalog.marybaldwin.edu
MUS 251HISTORY OF JAZZ (D)3

(IDEN) An examination of jazz as both a musical and sociological phenomenon; this course focuses on the musical developments that resulted in jazz, the major jazz styles from New Orleans to the present, and musicians who have strongly influenced these styles.

Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
catalog.marybaldwin.edu
MUS 260PRIMARY APPLIED
Subject
MUS
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.marybaldwin.edu
MUS 261PRIMARY APPLIED
Subject
MUS
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.marybaldwin.edu
MUS 262PRIMARY APPLIED
Subject
MUS
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.marybaldwin.edu
MUS 263PRIMARY APPLIED
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MUS
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.marybaldwin.edu
MUS 264PRIMARY APPLIED
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MUS
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.marybaldwin.edu
MUS 265PRIMARY APPLIED
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MUS
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.marybaldwin.edu
MUS 266PRIMARY APPLIED
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MUS
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.marybaldwin.edu
MUS 267PRIMARY APPLIED
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MUS
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.marybaldwin.edu
MUS 268PRIMARY APPLIED
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MUS
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.marybaldwin.edu
MUS 269PRIMARY APPLIED
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MUS
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.marybaldwin.edu
MUS 270PRIMARY APPLIED
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MUS
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.marybaldwin.edu
MUS 271PRIMARY APPLIED
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MUS
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.marybaldwin.edu
MUS 272PRIMARY APPLIED
Subject
MUS
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.marybaldwin.edu
MUS 300TOPICS IN MUSIC
Subject
MUS
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.marybaldwin.edu
MUS 301JUNIOR RECITAL1

The Junior Recital is a half-recita (25–35 minutes) that music majors with performance emphasis present in their junior year.

Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.marybaldwin.edu
Prerequisite
Students must have passed the major audition and have junior standing.
MUS 302MINOR RECITAL1

The Minor Recital is a half-recital (25–35 minutes) that music minors with performance concentration present in their junior or senior year.

Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.marybaldwin.edu
Prerequisite
Students must have passed their minor audition and have at least junior standing.
MUS 310MUSIC METHODS LAB: ELEM3
Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.marybaldwin.edu
MUS 311MUSIC METHODS LAB3

l MID/SEC MUSIC ED This course will give students a foundation for teaching music at the middle and high school levels. Observation and participation in public school classrooms will be arranged to integrate teaching theory and practice. This course is directed toward the vocal music educator and will cover choral direction methods, materials, and strategies. Prerequisites:

Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.marybaldwin.edu
MUS 315HISTORY OF WESTERN

MUSIC TO 1750 (R) A survey of western music from antiquity to the Baroque. The major emphasis will be on aural recognition of the various musical styles current during the

Subject
MUS
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.marybaldwin.edu
MUS 316HISTORY OF WESTERN MUSIC3

1750 TO PRESENT Choose at least one Music 3

Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.marybaldwin.edu
MUS 318WOMEN IN MUSIC (GO)3

This course will examine the rich history of women's involvement with music as composers, performers, listeners, patrons, critics, and objects of musical representation. This course includes examples drawn from western civilization, popular music, and world music.

Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.marybaldwin.edu
MUS 323PIANO LITERATURE (W)3

At least one semester of MUS 1 210 Applied Piano Lessons every 4-8 e semester At least four semesters of MUS 2 106 Pass the formal audition at the end of sophomore year.

Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.marybaldwin.edu
MUS 326MUSIC AND THE
Subject
MUS
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.marybaldwin.edu
MUS 400SENIOR SEMINAR3

This seminar will focus on developing writing and research techniques appropriate to the field of music. 2021-22 Catalog

Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.marybaldwin.edu
MUS 401SENIOR RECITAL (M)3

2021-22 Catalog

Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.marybaldwin.edu
MUS 402SENIOR THESIS (M)3

The senior thesis affords students the opportunity to conduct a large-scale, independent research project. This will include a proposal, bibliography and literature review, a 30-page thesis (at least one component of which must discuss or analyze music), and a final defense.

Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.marybaldwin.edu

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