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MUSA

54 courses with the subject MUSA, 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.

MUSA 101Applied Minor Keyboard1

Applied study in piano or organ. This course is intended for music minors or music majors wishing to study keyboard as a secondary applied area. It is also open to other students depending upon the student's background, availability, and instructor approval. The student participates in 30-minute weekly lessons.

Subject
MUSA
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credit
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.vsu.edu
MUSA 102Applied Minor Voice1

Applied study in voice. This course is intended for music minors or music majors wishing to study voice as a secondary applied area. It is also open to other students depending upon the student’s background, availability, and instructor approval. The student participates in 30-minute weekly lessons.

Subject
MUSA
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credit
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.vsu.edu
MUSA 103Applied Minor Strings1

Applied study in violin, viola, cello, or bass. This course is intended for music minors or music majors wishing to study the instrument as a secondary applied area. It is also open to other students depending upon the student’s background, availability, and instructor approval. The student participates in 30-minute weekly lessons.

Subject
MUSA
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credit
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.vsu.edu
MUSA 104Applied Minor Winds1

Applied study in a brass or woodwind instrument. This course is intended for music minors or music majors wishing to study the instrument as a secondary applied area. It is also open to other students depending upon the student’s background, availability, and instructor approval. The student participates in 30-minute weekly lessons.

Subject
MUSA
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credit
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.vsu.edu
MUSA 105Applied Minor Percussion1

Applied study in percussion. This course is intended for music minors or music majors wishing to study percussion as a secondary applied area. It is also open to other students depending upon the student’s background, availability, and instructor approval. The student participates in 30-minute weekly lessons.

Subject
MUSA
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credit
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.vsu.edu
MUSA 106Applied Minor Guitar1

Applied study in guitar. This course is intended for music minors or music majors wishing to study a keyboard instrument as a secondary applied area. It is also open to other students depending upon the student’s background, availability, and instructor approval. The student participates in 30-minute weekly lessons.

Subject
MUSA
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credit
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.vsu.edu
MUSA 111Applied Piano2

Applied study in piano at the lower level (first four semesters). The student participates in 60-minute weekly lessons, weekly studio class, and an end-of-semester jury. The student is expected to perform in studio class and at least once in Seminar (twice for performance majors). First semester students are exempt from the Seminar performance requirement.

Subject
MUSA
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.vsu.edu
MUSA 112Applied Voice2

Applied study in voice at the lower level (first four semesters). The student participates in 60-minute weekly lessons, weekly studio class, and an end-of-semester jury. The student is expected to perform in studio class and at least once in Seminar (twice for performance majors). First semester students are exempt from the Seminar performance requirement. Corequisites: MUSI 117; MUSI 280 during fourth semester.

Subject
MUSA
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.vsu.edu
MUSA 113Applied Organ2

Applied study in organ at the lower level (first four semesters). The student participates in 60-minute weekly lessons, weekly studio class, and an end-of-semester jury. The student is expected to perform in studio class and at least once in Seminar (twice for performance majors). First semester students are exempt from the Seminar performance requirement. Corequisites: MUSI 117; MUSI 280 during fourth semester.

Subject
MUSA
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.vsu.edu
MUSA 114Applied Violin2

Applied study in violin at the lower level (first four semesters). The student participates in 60-minute weekly lessons, weekly studio class, and an end-of-semester jury. The student is expected to perform in studio class and at least once in Seminar (twice for performance majors). First semester students are exempt from the Seminar performance requirement. Corequisites: MUSI 117; MUSI 280 during fourth semester.

Subject
MUSA
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.vsu.edu
MUSA 115Applied Viola2

Applied study in viola at the lower level (first four semesters). The student participates in 60-minute weekly lessons, weekly studio class, and an end-of-semester jury. The student is expected to perform in studio class and at least once in Seminar (twice for performance majors). First semester students are exempt from the Seminar performance requirement. Corequisites: MUSI 117; MUSI 280 during fourth semester.

Subject
MUSA
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.vsu.edu
MUSA 116Applied Cello2

Applied study in viola at the lower level (first four semesters). The student participates in 60-minute weekly lessons, weekly studio class, and an end-of-semester jury. The student is expected to perform in studio class and at least once in Seminar (twice for performance majors). First semester students are exempt from the Seminar performance requirement. Corequisites: MUSI 117; MUSI 280 during fourth semester.

Subject
MUSA
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.vsu.edu
MUSA 117Applied Bass2

Applied study in bass at the lower level (first four semesters). The student participates in 60-minute weekly lessons, weekly studio class, and an end-of-semester jury. The student is expected to perform in studio class and at least once in Seminar (twice for performance majors). First semester students are exempt from the Seminar performance requirement. Corequisites: MUSI 117; MUSI 280 during fourth semester.

Subject
MUSA
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.vsu.edu
MUSA 118Applied Harp2

Applied study in harp at the lower level (first four semesters). The student participates in 60-minute weekly lessons, weekly studio class, and an end-of-semester jury. The student is expected to perform in studio class and at least once in Seminar (twice for performance majors). First semester students are exempt from the Seminar performance requirement. Corequisites: MUSI 117; MUSI 280 during fourth semester.

Subject
MUSA
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.vsu.edu
MUSA 119Applied Guitar2

Applied study in guitar at the lower level (first four semesters). The student participates in 60-minute weekly lessons, weekly studio class, and an end-of-semester jury. The student is expected to perform in studio class and at least once in Seminar (twice for performance majors). First semester students are exempt from the Seminar performance requirement. Corequisites: MUSI 117; MUSI 280 during fourth semester.

Subject
MUSA
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.vsu.edu
MUSA 120Applied Flute2

Applied study in flute at the lower level (first four semesters). The student participates in 60-minute weekly lessons, weekly studio class, and an end-of-semester jury. The student is expected to perform in studio class and at least once in Seminar (twice for performance majors). First semester students are exempt from the Seminar performance requirement. Corequisites: MUSI 117; MUSI 280 during fourth semester.

Subject
MUSA
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.vsu.edu
MUSA 121Applied Oboe2

Applied study in oboe at the lower level (first four semesters). The student participates in 60-minute weekly lessons, weekly studio class, and an end-of-semester jury. The student is expected to perform in studio class and at least once in Seminar (twice for performance majors). First semester students are exempt from the Seminar performance requirement. Corequisites: MUSI 117; MUSI 280 during fourth semester.

Subject
MUSA
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.vsu.edu
MUSA 122Applied Clarinet2

Applied study in clarinet at the lower level (first four semesters). The student participates in 60-minute weekly lessons, weekly studio class, and an end-of-semester jury. The student is expected to perform in studio class and at least once in Seminar (twice for performance majors). First semester students are exempt from the Seminar performance requirement. Corequisites: MUSI 117; MUSI 280 during fourth semester.

Subject
MUSA
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.vsu.edu
MUSA 123Applied Bassoon2

Applied study in bassoon at the lower level (first four semesters). The student participates in 60-minute weekly lessons, weekly studio class, and an end-of-semester jury. The student is expected to perform in studio class and at least once in Seminar (twice for performance majors). First semester students are exempt from the Seminar performance requirement. Corequisites: MUSI 117; MUSI 280 during fourth semester.

Subject
MUSA
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.vsu.edu
MUSA 124Applied Saxophone2

Applied study in saxophone at the lower level (first four semesters). The student participates in 60-minute weekly lessons, weekly studio class, and an end-of-semester jury. The student is expected to perform in studio class and at least once in Seminar (twice for performance majors). First semester students are exempt from the Seminar performance requirement. Corequisites: MUSI 117; MUSI 280 during fourth semester.

Subject
MUSA
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.vsu.edu
MUSA 125Applied Trumpet2

Applied study in harp at the lower level (first four semesters). The student participates in 60-minute weekly lessons, weekly studio class, and an end-of-semester jury. The student is expected to perform in studio class and at least once in Seminar (twice for performance majors). First semester students are exempt from the Seminar performance requirement. Corequisites: MUSI 117; MUSI 280 during fourth semester.

Subject
MUSA
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.vsu.edu
MUSA 126Applied Horn2

Applied study in horn at the lower level (first four semesters). The student participates in 60-minute weekly lessons, weekly studio class, and an end-of-semester jury. The student is expected to perform in studio class and at least once in Seminar (twice for performance majors). First semester students are exempt from the Seminar performance requirement. Corequisites: MUSI 117; MUSI 280 during fourth semester.

Subject
MUSA
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.vsu.edu
MUSA 127Applied Trombone2

Applied study in trombone at the lower level (first four semesters). The student participates in 60-minute weekly lessons, weekly studio class, and an end-of-semester jury. The student is expected to perform in studio class and at least once in Seminar (twice for performance majors). First semester students are exempt from the Seminar performance requirement. Corequisites: MUSI 117; MUSI 280 during fourth semester.

Subject
MUSA
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.vsu.edu
MUSA 128Applied Euphonium2

Applied study in euphonium at the lower level (first four semesters). The student participates in 60-minute weekly lessons, weekly studio class, and an end-of-semester jury. The student is expected to perform in studio class and at least once in Seminar (twice for performance majors). First semester students are exempt from the Seminar performance requirement. Corequisites: MUSI 117; MUSI 280 during fourth semester.

Subject
MUSA
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.vsu.edu
MUSA 129Applied Tuba2

Applied study in tuba at the lower level (first four semesters). The student participates in 60-minute weekly lessons, weekly studio class, and an end-of-semester jury. The student is expected to perform in studio class and at least once in Seminar (twice for performance majors). First semester students are exempt from the Seminar performance requirement. Corequisites: MUSI 117; MUSI 280 during fourth semester.

Subject
MUSA
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.vsu.edu
MUSA 130Applied Percussion2

Applied study in percussion at the lower level (first four semesters). The student participates in 60-minute weekly lessons, weekly studio class, and an end-of-semester jury. The student is expected to perform in studio class and at least once in Seminar (twice for performance majors). First semester students are exempt from the Seminar performance requirement. Corequisites: MUSI 117; MUSI 280 during fourth semester.

Subject
MUSA
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.vsu.edu
MUSA 150Applied Composition2

Applied study in composition. The student participates in 60-minute weekly lessons and an end-of-semester jury. A weekly studio class may be required.

Subject
MUSA
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.vsu.edu
MUSA 301Applied Minor Keyboard1

Applied study in piano or organ. This course is intended for music minors or music majors wishing to study keyboard as a secondary applied area. It is also open to other students depending upon the student's background, availability, and instructor approval. The student participates in 30-minute weekly lessons.

Subject
MUSA
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credit
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.vsu.edu
MUSA 302Applied Minor Voice1

Applied study in voice. This course is intended for music minors or music majors wishing to study voice as a secondary applied area. It is also open to other students depending upon the student’s background, availability, and instructor approval. The student participates in 30-minute weekly lessons.

Subject
MUSA
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credit
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.vsu.edu
MUSA 303Applied Minor Strings1

Applied study in violin, viola, cello, or bass. This course is intended for music minors or music majors wishing to study the instrument as a secondary applied area. It is also open to other students depending upon the student’s background, availability, and instructor approval. The student participates in 30-minute weekly lessons.

Subject
MUSA
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credit
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.vsu.edu
MUSA 304Applied Minor Winds1

Applied study in a brass or woodwind instrument. This course is intended for music minors or music majors wishing to study the instrument as a secondary applied area. It is also open to other students depending upon the student’s background, availability, and instructor approval. The student participates in 30-minute weekly lessons.

Subject
MUSA
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credit
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.vsu.edu
MUSA 305Applied Minor Percussion1

Applied study in percussion. This course is intended for music minors or music majors wishing to study percussion as a secondary applied area. It is also open to other students depending upon the student’s background, availability, and instructor approval. The student participates in 30-minute weekly lessons.

Subject
MUSA
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credit
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.vsu.edu
MUSA 306Applied Minor Guitar1

Applied study in guitar. This course is intended for music minors or music majors wishing to study a keyboard instrument as a secondary applied area. It is also open to other students depending upon the student’s background, availability, and instructor approval. The student participates in 30-minute weekly lessons.

Subject
MUSA
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credit
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.vsu.edu
MUSA 311Applied Piano2

Applied study in piano at the upper level (starting in the third year). The student participates in 60-minute weekly lessons, weekly studio class, and an end-of-semester jury. The student is expected to perform in studio class and at least once in Seminar (twice for performance majors). Music Performance majors register for and perform the Junior Recital (MUSI 380) in the second semester of the junior year, and the Senior Recital (MUSI 480) in the final semester of study. Students in the B.A. Music with Jazz Studies concentration and B.M. Music Education programs register for and perform a Senior Recital (MUSI 499) in the last semester of study (for music education majors, the last semester before student teaching). Prerequisite: MUSA 111; Corequisite: MUSI 317.

Subject
MUSA
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.vsu.edu
MUSA 312Applied Voice2

Applied study in voice at the upper level (starting in the third year). The student participates in 60-minute weekly lessons, weekly studio class, and an end-of-semester jury. The student is expected to perform in studio class and at least once in Seminar (twice for performance majors). Music Performance majors register for and perform the Junior Recital (MUSI 380) in the second semester of the junior year, and the Senior Recital (MUSI 480) in the final semester of study. Students in the B.A. Music with Jazz Studies concentration and B.M. Music Education programs register for and perform a Senior Recital (MUSI 499) in the last semester of study (for music education majors, the last semester before student teaching). Prerequisite: MUSA 112; Corequisite: MUSI 317.

Subject
MUSA
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.vsu.edu
MUSA 313Applied Organ2

Applied study in organ at the upper level (starting in the third year). The student participates in 60-minute weekly lessons, weekly studio class, and an end-of-semester jury. The student is expected to perform in studio class and at least once in Seminar (twice for performance majors). Music Performance majors register for and perform the Junior Recital (MUSI 380) in the second semester of the junior year, and the Senior Recital (MUSI 480) in the final semester of study. Students in the B.A. Music with Jazz Studies concentration and B.M. Music Education programs register for and perform a Senior Recital (MUSI 499) in the last semester of study (for music education majors, the last semester before student teaching). Prerequisite: MUSA 113; Corequisite: MUSI 317.

Subject
MUSA
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.vsu.edu
MUSA 314Applied Violin2

Applied study in violin at the upper level (starting in the third year). The student participates in 60-minute weekly lessons, weekly studio class, and an end-of-semester jury. The student is expected to perform in studio class and at least once in Seminar (twice for performance majors). Music Performance majors register for and perform the Junior Recital (MUSI 380) in the second semester of the junior year, and the Senior Recital (MUSI 480) in the final semester of study. Students in the B.A. Music with Jazz Studies concentration and B.M. Music Education programs register for and perform a Senior Recital (MUSI 499) in the last semester of study (for music education majors, the last semester before student teaching). Prerequisite: MUSA 114; Corequisite: MUSI 317.

Subject
MUSA
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.vsu.edu
MUSA 315Applied Viola2

Applied study in viola at the upper level (starting in the third year). The student participates in 60-minute weekly lessons, weekly studio class, and an end-of-semester jury. The student is expected to perform in studio class and at least once in Seminar (twice for performance majors). Music Performance majors register for and perform the Junior Recital (MUSI 380) in the second semester of the junior year, and the Senior Recital (MUSI 480) in the final semester of study. Students in the B.A. Music with Jazz Studies concentration and B.M. Music Education programs register for and perform a Senior Recital (MUSI 499) in the last semester of study (for music education majors, the last semester before student teaching). Prerequisite: MUSA 115; Corequisite: MUSI 317.

Subject
MUSA
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.vsu.edu
MUSA 316Applied Cello2

Applied study in cello at the upper level (starting in the third year). The student participates in 60-minute weekly lessons, weekly studio class, and an end-of-semester jury. The student is expected to perform in studio class and at least once in Seminar (twice for performance majors). Music Performance majors register for and perform the Junior Recital (MUSI 380) in the second semester of the junior year, and the Senior Recital (MUSI 480) in the final semester of study. Students in the B.A. Music with Jazz Studies concentration and B.M. Music Education programs register for and perform a Senior Recital (MUSI 499) in the last semester of study (for music education majors, the last semester before student teaching). Prerequisite: MUSA 116; Corequisite: MUSI 317.

Subject
MUSA
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.vsu.edu
MUSA 317Applied Bass2

Applied study in bass at the upper level (starting in the third year). The student participates in 60-minute weekly lessons, weekly studio class, and an end-of-semester jury. The student is expected to perform in studio class and at least once in Seminar (twice for performance majors). Music Performance majors register for and perform the Junior Recital (MUSI 380) in the second semester of the junior year, and the Senior Recital (MUSI 480) in the final semester of study. Students in the B.A. Music with Jazz Studies concentration and B.M. Music Education programs register for and perform a Senior Recital (MUSI 499) in the last semester of study (for music education majors, the last semester before student teaching). Prerequisite: MUSA 117; Corequisite: MUSI 317.

Subject
MUSA
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.vsu.edu
MUSA 318Applied Harp2

Applied study in harp at the upper level (starting in the third year). The student participates in 60-minute weekly lessons, weekly studio class, and an end-of-semester jury. The student is expected to perform in studio class and at least once in Seminar (twice for performance majors). Music Performance majors register for and perform the Junior Recital (MUSI 380) in the second semester of the junior year, and the Senior Recital (MUSI 480) in the final semester of study. Students in the B.A. Music with Jazz Studies concentration and B.M. Music Education programs register for and perform a Senior Recital (MUSI 499) in the last semester of study (for music education majors, the last semester before student teaching). Prerequisite: MUSA 118; Corequisite: MUSI 317.

Subject
MUSA
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.vsu.edu
MUSA 319Applied Guitar2

Applied study in guitar at the upper level (starting in the third year). The student participates in 60-minute weekly lessons, weekly studio class, and an end-of-semester jury. The student is expected to perform in studio class and at least once in Seminar (twice for performance majors). Music Performance majors register for and perform the Junior Recital (MUSI 380) in the second semester of the junior year, and the Senior Recital (MUSI 480) in the final semester of study. Students in the B.A. Music with Jazz Studies concentration and B.M. Music Education programs register for and perform a Senior Recital (MUSI 499) in the last semester of study (for music education majors, the last semester before student teaching). Prerequisite: MUSA 119; Corequisite: MUSI 317.

Subject
MUSA
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.vsu.edu
MUSA 320Applied Flute2

Applied study in flute at the upper level (starting in the third year). The student participates in 60-minute weekly lessons, weekly studio class, and an end-of-semester jury. The student is expected to perform in studio class and at least once in Seminar (twice for performance majors). Music Performance majors register for and perform the Junior Recital (MUSI 380) in the second semester of the junior year, and the Senior Recital (MUSI 480) in the final semester of study. Students in the B.A. Music with Jazz Studies concentration and B.M. Music Education programs register for and perform a Senior Recital (MUSI 499) in the last semester of study (for music education majors, the last semester before student teaching). Prerequisite: MUSA 120; Corequisite: MUSI 317.

Subject
MUSA
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.vsu.edu
MUSA 321Applied Oboe2

Applied study in oboe at the upper level (starting in the third year). The student participates in 60-minute weekly lessons, weekly studio class, and an end-of-semester jury. The student is expected to perform in studio class and at least once in Seminar (twice for performance majors). Music Performance majors register for and perform the Junior Recital (MUSI 380) in the second semester of the junior year, and the Senior Recital (MUSI 480) in the final semester of study. Students in the B.A. Music with Jazz Studies concentration and B.M. Music Education programs register for and perform a Senior Recital (MUSI 499) in the last semester of study (for music education majors, the last semester before student teaching). Prerequisite: MUSA 121; Corequisite: MUSI 317.

Subject
MUSA
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.vsu.edu
MUSA 322Applied Clarinet2

Applied study in clarinet at the upper level (starting in the third year). The student participates in 60-minute weekly lessons, weekly studio class, and an end-of-semester jury. The student is expected to perform in studio class and at least once in Seminar (twice for performance majors). Music Performance majors register for and perform the Junior Recital (MUSI 380) in the second semester of the junior year, and the Senior Recital (MUSI 480) in the final semester of study. Students in the B.A. Music with Jazz Studies concentration and B.M. Music Education programs register for and perform a Senior Recital (MUSI 499) in the last semester of study (for music education majors, the last semester before student teaching). Prerequisite: MUSA 122; Corequisite: MUSI 317.

Subject
MUSA
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.vsu.edu
MUSA 323Applied Bassoon2

Applied study in bassoon at the upper level (starting in the third year). The student participates in 60-minute weekly lessons, weekly studio class, and an end-of-semester jury. The student is expected to perform in studio class and at least once in Seminar (twice for performance majors). Music Performance majors register for and perform the Junior Recital (MUSI 380) in the second semester of the junior year, and the Senior Recital (MUSI 480) in the final semester of study. Students in the B.A. Music with Jazz Studies concentration and B.M. Music Education programs register for and perform a Senior Recital (MUSI 499) in the last semester of study (for music education majors, the last semester before student teaching). Prerequisite: MUSA 123; Corequisite: MUSI 317.

Subject
MUSA
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.vsu.edu
MUSA 324Applied Saxophone2

Applied study in saxophone at the upper level (starting in the third year). The student participates in 60-minute weekly lessons, weekly studio class, and an end-of-semester jury. The student is expected to perform in studio class and at least once in Seminar (twice for performance majors). Music Performance majors register for and perform the Junior Recital (MUSI 380) in the second semester of the junior year, and the Senior Recital (MUSI 480) in the final semester of study. Students in the B.A. Music with Jazz Studies concentration and B.M. Music Education programs register for and perform a Senior Recital (MUSI 499) in the last semester of study (for music education majors, the last semester before student teaching). Prerequisite: MUSA 124; Corequisite: MUSI 317.

Subject
MUSA
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.vsu.edu
MUSA 325Applied Trumpet2

Applied study in trumpet at the upper level (starting in the third year). The student participates in 60-minute weekly lessons, weekly studio class, and an end-of-semester jury. The student is expected to perform in studio class and at least once in Seminar (twice for performance majors). Music Performance majors register for and perform the Junior Recital (MUSI 380) in the second semester of the junior year, and the Senior Recital (MUSI 480) in the final semester of study. Students in the B.A. Music with Jazz Studies concentration and B.M. Music Education programs register for and perform a Senior Recital (MUSI 499) in the last semester of study (for music education majors, the last semester before student teaching). Prerequisite: MUSA 125; Corequisite: MUSI 317.

Subject
MUSA
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.vsu.edu
MUSA 326Applied Horn2

Applied study in horn at the upper level (starting in the third year). The student participates in 60-minute weekly lessons, weekly studio class, and an end-of-semester jury. The student is expected to perform in studio class and at least once in Seminar (twice for performance majors). Music Performance majors register for and perform the Junior Recital (MUSI 380) in the second semester of the junior year, and the Senior Recital (MUSI 480) in the final semester of study. Students in the B.A. Music with Jazz Studies concentration and B.M. Music Education programs register for and perform a Senior Recital (MUSI 499) in the last semester of study (for music education majors, the last semester before student teaching). Prerequisite: MUSA 126; Corequisite: MUSI 317.

Subject
MUSA
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.vsu.edu
MUSA 327Applied Trombone2

Applied study in trombone at the upper level (starting in the third year). The student participates in 60-minute weekly lessons, weekly studio class, and an end-of-semester jury. The student is expected to perform in studio class and at least once in Seminar (twice for performance majors). Music Performance majors register for and perform the Junior Recital (MUSI 380) in the second semester of the junior year, and the Senior Recital (MUSI 480) in the final semester of study. Students in the B.A. Music with Jazz Studies concentration and B.M. Music Education programs register for and perform a Senior Recital (MUSI 499) in the last semester of study (for music education majors, the last semester before student teaching). Prerequisite: MUSA 127; Corequisite: MUSI 317.

Subject
MUSA
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.vsu.edu
MUSA 328Applied Euphonium2

Applied study in euphonium at the upper level (starting in the third year). The student participates in 60-minute weekly lessons, weekly studio class, and an end-of-semester jury. The student is expected to perform in studio class and at least once in Seminar (twice for performance majors). Music Performance majors register for and perform the Junior Recital (MUSI 380) in the second semester of the junior year, and the Senior Recital (MUSI 480) in the final semester of study. Students in the B.A. Music with Jazz Studies concentration and B.M. Music Education programs register for and perform a Senior Recital (MUSI 499) in the last semester of study (for music education majors, the last semester before student teaching). Prerequisite: MUSA 128; Corequisite: MUSI 317.

Subject
MUSA
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.vsu.edu
MUSA 329Applied Tuba2

Applied study in euphonium at the upper level (starting in the third year). The student participates in 60-minute weekly lessons, weekly studio class, and an end-of-semester jury. The student is expected to perform in studio class and at least once in Seminar (twice for performance majors). Music Performance majors register for and perform the Junior Recital (MUSI 380) in the second semester of the junior year, and the Senior Recital (MUSI 480) in the final semester of study. Students in the B.A. Music with Jazz Studies concentration and B.M. Music Education programs register for and perform a Senior Recital (MUSI 499) in the last semester of study (for music education majors, the last semester before student teaching). Prerequisite: MUSA 128; Corequisite: MUSI 317.

Subject
MUSA
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.vsu.edu
MUSA 330Applied Percussion2

Applied study in percussion at the upper level (starting in the third year). The student participates in 60-minute weekly lessons, weekly studio class, and an end-of-semester jury. The student is expected to perform in studio class and at least once in Seminar (twice for performance majors). Music Performance majors register for and perform the Junior Recital (MUSI 380) in the second semester of the junior year, and the Senior Recital (MUSI 480) in the final semester of study. Students in the B.A. Music with Jazz Studies concentration and B.M. Music Education programs register for and perform a Senior Recital (MUSI 499) in the last semester of study (for music education majors, the last semester before student teaching). Prerequisite: MUSA 130; Corequisite: MUSI 317.

Subject
MUSA
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.vsu.edu
MUSA 350Applied Composition2

Applied study in composition. The student participates in 60-minute weekly lessons and an end-of-semester jury. A weekly studio class may be required. Prerequisite: MUSA 150.

Subject
MUSA
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.vsu.edu

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