117 courses with the subject MUSC, 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.
MUSC 0200Convocation
(0CR) Convocation is a twice-monthly recital hour for students and guest performers. In addition to the scheduled convocations, students will be required to attend 10 additional approved concerts. Grading will be S/U. Completion of four semesters with a grade of S is required for all music majors pursuing a music degree. Full-time music students shall enroll in Convocation as long as they remain music majors.
to Music (3CR) (3L) [E] A one-semester course in music appreciation designed for students with little or no music background. Covers many 249 genres of music to aid students in developing listening skills.
to Life as a Music Major (3CR) (3L) A course designed to prepare students for study in the entire music core curriculum through study of informational literacy, research methods, study skills, music technology, and the early history of the Western Music tradition. Fall semesters
This course examines the history, musical elements, and musical styles of film and video game music. Beginning in the late 1800s with silent films and continuing to the present day, this course provides an overview of the major stylistic trends and musical influences that led to the development of film and video game scoring as a vital and living dramatic art form. Throughout the course, the interaction between sound, image, and narrative is explored. Spring semesters
Fundamentals (2CR) (2L) A general background course in the vocabulary and terminology of music, the structure of the melodic line through scales and solfeggio, the relationship of keys through the key circle, fundamental chord structure, rhythm, and the survey of smaller forms in music.
Mixing (2CR) (1L, 2LB) Become familiar with the steps and techniques necessary to create an audio mix that is pleasing to listeners. Learn the different steps required in the mixing process including techniques for balancing and blending music by utilizing faders, equalizers, compressors, and digital audio workstation (DAW) controls. preferred. Community and BOCES students welcome.
to Music Education (2CR) (2L) This course is designed to help music majors explore music education. It is a required course for admission into the teacher education program. Course materials will explore: motivation for teaching; the structure of the American public school and public school music programs; the changing nature of education; and an introduction to the historical and philosophical foundations of music education. A field experience is required. or permission of the instructor.
Theory I (3CR) (3L) [E] This course will cover: the fundamentals of music including pitch and clefs, meter and rhythm, scales and modes, intervals, triads, and seventh chords; melodic structure, including motives, cadences, and embellishments; two- and three- part counterpoint; and an introduction to harmony and figured bass. This course is designed to be taken with MUSC 1035; MUSC 1010 may also be required as a co-requisite course depending on the results of the placement exam. Required for all music majors.
Theory II for Musical Theatre (3CR) (3L) This course continues to focus on practical music theory concepts specifically designed for Musical Theatre majors. The principal goal is to continue to build fundamental music structure understanding, music reading, and rhythmic reading. Every spring 250
Music Composition (1- 2CR) (1-2CR) 30- or 60-minute weekly private instruction in music composition for majors and non-majors. Majors have a juried piece performed on a convocation, recital, or concert. Course content changes each semester. Fall and spring semesters instructor's permission
(2LB) Class instruction in the fundamentals of correct breathing, tone production and diction. Laboratory course designed for students with little or no previous voice training to aid in developing a pleasing tone quality produced with ease and proper enunciation.
Group instruction for music majors concurrently enrolled in MUSC 1030. Designed to equip students with the practical aspects of keyboard fundamentals including technique, rhythm, note reading, scales, intervals, and primary chords.
Non-music majors must have the permission of the instructor.
MUSC 1292Class Guitar
I (1CR) (2LB) The study of guitar utilizing traditional techniques 252 and approaches, designed to allow the student to utilize the guitar as a lifelong learning tool. No previous experience is necessary for enrollment. This course is open to all Casper College students.
A continuation of MUSC 1290 for the music majors concurrently enrolled in MUSC 1040. Designed to equip students with late-elementary keyboard activities including improvisation, harmonization, sight-reading, primary and secondary chords, major and minor scales, solo and ensemble literature. Non-music majors must have the permission of the instructor.
I (1CR) (2LB) Group instruction for music majors concurrently enrolled in MUSC 1030. Designed to equip students with the practical aspects of keyboard fundamentals including technique, rhythm, note reading, scales, intervals, and primary chords. Non-music majors must have permission of the instructor.
II (1CR) (2LB) A continuation of MUSC 1300 for the music majors concurrently enrolled in MUSC 1040. Designed to equip students with late-elementary keyboard activities including improvisation, harmonization, sight reading, primary and secondary chords, major and minor scales, solo and ensemble literature. Non-music majors must have permission of the instructor. permission of the instructor.
School Methods: Brass Methods I (1CR) (2LB) Group instruction in brass instruments for the major in music education. Instruments are supplied. This course is designed to provide sufficient background, technique, materials and methods to assist the student in starting elementary and secondary brass players for their
School Methods: Brass Methods II (1CR) (2LB) [E] Continued group instruction in brass instruments for the major in music education. Instruments are supplied. MUSC 1035, MUSC 1040, MUSC 1045 MUSC 1310.
Methods I (1CR) (2LB) This course is designed to provide music education majors the opportunities for growth both as a teacher and as a player of bowed string instruments. Ample experiences will be provided for students to learn to play both cello and violin. Fall Semester MUSC 1035
Methods II (1CR) (2LB) This course is designed to provide music education majors the opportunities for growth both as a teacher and as a player of bowed string instruments. Ample experiences will be provided for students to learn to play both bass and viola. Students will also review concepts presented in
Band (1CR) (3LB) (Max. 4) Open to all students with experience on brass, woodwind, and percussion instruments. Ensemble prepares standard wind band repertoire for one concert performance per semester. Course content changes each semester. instructor. 253
Ensemble (1CR) (3LB) The goal of this music performance course is to provide the opportunity for you as a woodwind, brass, or percussion performer to come together with other like-minded (and like- spirited) musicians in an ensemble setting to rehearse and perform standard and emerging literature from the wind ensemble repertoire. In this course we will focus on overall concepts of self and ensemble expression, engagement, participation, and performance. We will also address musical concepts of ensemble and individual balance, blend, intonation, phrasing, dynamics, articulation, tone, rhythmic precision, color, and ensemble clarity. We are going to LISTEN – to ourselves, to each other, and to the music. Course content changes each semester. Fall and Spring
(2LB) (Max. 4) Small-group performance in various jazz styles. Emphasis on ensemble play and individual improvisation. Student arrangements encouraged. Course content changes each semester. concurrent enrollment in MUSC 2060, or permission of the instructor.
Ensemble I (1CR) (3LB) (Max. 4) [E] This laboratory group is open to all students with previous instrumental music experience. The jazz ensemble performs at assemblies, concerts, shows, and on tour. Course content changes each semester. instructor.
Chorale (1CR) (3LB) (Max. 4) [E] A large non- auditioned mixed choir open to all students regardless of their field of study. Emphasis is on a wide variety of choral literature, including music of diverse cultures. The choir rehearses once each week and performs 1- 2 times per semester. Course content changes each semester.
Choir (1CR) (2LB) (Max. 4) A performance class open to all sopranos and altos on campus designed to cover a variety of literature both traditional and multi-cultural, specifically for female voices. The course offers the non- audition student an opportunity to participate in a choral activity with fewer performance requirements than the two auditioned choral organizations. Course content changes each semester.
(2LB) (Max. 4) A performance class open to all tenors and basses on campus designed to cover a variety of literature both traditional and multi-cultural, specifically for male voices. The course offers the non-audition student an opportunity to participate in a choral activity with fewer performance requirements than the two auditioned choral organizations. Course content changes each semester. MUSC 1410 -
A small vocal ensemble open to all students. The course provides an opportunity to study and perform a variety of diverse popular styles, and culminates in a number of performances in various venues. An audition determines the final roster of ensemble members. Course content changes each semester.
Singers (1CR) A selected mixed chamber ensemble of 20-35 voices open to all students on campus regardless of their field of study. An audition with the instructor determines the final list of singers. Credit is given for attendance at four weekly rehearsals and concert performances. Emphasis is on a wide variety of choral literature appropriate for chamber choirs, including music from diverse cultures, musical time periods, and language. Course content changes each semester. Fall and
Introduction to Music Technology provides an overview to a broad range of technology-based music applications and concepts. Each class will include both lectures and “Hands-on” skill development with music hardware, software, and apps. The student will be exposed to various ways technology is used in performance, practice, teaching, recording, publishing, and sharing music.
Workshop (1CR) (3LB) (Max. 4) [E] Opera 254 Workshop is a performance- based class designed to provide experience and opportunities for singers interested in exploring the genre. Students will learn basic performance techniques and will improve their dramatic abilities through the performance of an operatic scene. Course content changes each semester. instructor.
This course examines the social, cultural, and stylistic history of rock n’ roll music, beginning with important musical precedents such as blues and jazz, and progresses through punk and metal into current global varieties of rock n’ roll. Throughout the history, cultural and social contexts are presented and analyzed for their impact on the art form.
History of American Popular Music traces the roots of American popular music from its inception during the 16th century until the present day. The course will include a discussion of the genres of blues, jazz, and rock and how each of these grew from the musical tradition that preceded it. Additionally, the course will explore the unique geography and cultural influences that helped inspire each of the genres discussed in the course. All
Students develop a basic understanding of recording principles and techniques. Students examine the principles of sound, the operation of studio equipment, and the systems, operation, and protocol of the modern digital recording studio. Contemporary Digital Audio recording as a starting point, students progress through such subjects as mixers, multi-track recording, effects processors, and microphones. Techniques of Placement, Selection, Gain Structure, and Monitoring will be applied.
Orchestra (1CR) (2LB) (Max. 4) [E] A performance class open to all string players on campus. This course is designed to cover a variety of literature from primarily the Baroque era. Open to all students on campus, BOCES students and community members regardless of their field of study. Credit is given for attendance at the two weekly rehearsals and concert performances. Emphasis is placed on the study of stylistic concerns of string performance including bowings, articulations, dynamics and ensembles. Course content changes each semester. instructor.
Ensemble (1CR) (3LB) (Max. 4) [E] Performs selected diverse chamber music for various combinations of percussion instruments and is open to all students with previous percussion experience who can qualify by audition for participation. Course content changes each semester.
Ensemble (1CR) (2LB) (Max. 4) [E] This group performs selected diverse chamber music and is open to all students with previous brass experience. Course content changes each semester. instructor.
Ensemble (1CR) (2LB) (Max. 4) For trombone players only. Emphasis is placed upon performance quality of selected chamber music in both the classical and jazz styles. Course content changes each semester. instructor.
Ensemble (1CR) (2LB) (Max. 4) [E] Performs selected works at various student and public recitals and generally consists of woodwind quintet, quartet, trio, and duet. This group is open to all students with previous instrumental music experience. Course content changes each semester. instructor.
Music I: (Subtitle) (1CR) (2LB) (Max. 4) [E] Designed to provide students with training in the ideal medium of chamber music (small ensembles, such as trio, string quartet, etc...), where they can apply and integrate all elements of their musical knowledge. These include, but are not limited to, rhythm, intonation, tone production, blend, musical interpretation, concept of style, etc... Subtitle will vary in accordance with student needs. instructor.
3 This course examines the social, cultural, and stylistic history of jazz music, beginning with important musical precedents such as ragtime and dixieland, and progresses through bebop, hardbop, postbop, and free jazz into current global varieties and hybrids of jazz. Throughout the history, cultural and social contexts are presented and analyzed for their impact on the art form. In a three-semester rotation with History of Rock and World Music.
Rock (3CR) (3L) This course examines the social, cultural, and stylistic history of rock n' roll music, 255 beginning with important musical precedents such as blues and jazz, and progresses through punk and metal into current global varieties of rock n' roll. Throughout the history, cultural and social contexts are presented and analyzed for their impact on the art form.
(3L) Students learn strategies for how to listen to and compare the sound of various musical cultures. Students will also gain a deeper understanding of the local contexts of these musical expressions and how music carries meaning through complex networks of signification (e.g., ethnic identity, race, class, political, religious, economic, historical, technological, etc.).
and Video Game Music (3CR) (2L, 2LB) This course examines the history, musical elements, and musical styles of film and video game music. Beginning in the late 1800s with silent films and continuing to the present day, this course provides an overview of the major stylistic trends and musical influences that led to the development of film and video game scoring as a vital and living dramatic art form. Throughout the course, the interaction between sound, image, and narrative is explored.
History Survey I (3CR) (3L) [E] A comprehensive study of the history of music with emphasis on period method of study, beginning with the music of the ancient world. This takes the student through the Gregorian Chant and the modes of the 13th and 14th centuries, the Renaissance, church music, both vocal and instrumental, and to the closing of the period known as Baroque, at the death of J. S. Bach in 1750.
Improvisation I (1CR) (2LB) Offers the jazz-oriented student an organized approach to learning the extemporaneous creation of music in the jazz idiom. This creation is expressed by music performance. instructor. 256
Improvisation II (1CR) (2LB) A continuation of Jazz Improvisation I. Students will apply skills acquired in Improvisation I to jazz standards while learning more advanced scales, chord structures and techniques.
(S/U) This course is required for completion of the A.F.A. in Music Education. It serves as a capstone review and will assess competency in oral and written communication skills, sight singing, and organizational skills. Completion is in the last semester of the sophomore year. Offered satisfactory/unsatisfactory only. Offered spring semester only
A continuation of MUSC 1301 for music majors currently enrolled in MUSC 2030. Designed to equip students with intermediate-level skills including improvisation, harmonization, sight reading, chord progressions, all scales and arpeggios, Baroque and Classic keyboard styles. Non-music majors must have permission of the instructor.
A continuation of MUSC 2302 for music majors concurrently enrolled in MUSC 2040. Designed to introduce the student to accompanying techniques, instrumental and vocal score reading, C clefs, late intermediate skills including transposition, improvisation, harmonization, sight reading, chord progressions, all scales and arpeggios, romantic and 20th century keyboard styles. Non-music majors must have permission of the instructor.
III (1CR) (2LB) A continuation of MUSC 1301 for music majors currently enrolled in MUSC 2030. Designed to equip students with intermediate-level skills including improvisation, harmonization, sight reading, chord progressions, all scales and arpeggios, Baroque and Classic keyboard styles. Non- music majors must have permission of the instructor.
IV (1CR) (2LB) A continuation of MUSC 2302 for music majors concurrently enrolled in MUSC 2040. Designed to introduce the student to accompanying techniques, instrumental and vocal score reading, C clefs, late intermediate skills including transposition, improvisation, harmonization, sight reading, chord progressions, all scales and arpeggios, romantic and 20th century keyboard styles. Non-music majors must have permission of the instructor.
Singers I (2CR) (2L) [E] A course to facilitate proper enunciation in English and Italian and help voice students with their repertoire of art songs and operatic arias.
Singers II (2CR) (2L) [E] A course to facilitate proper enunciation in German and French and help voice students with their repertoire of art songs and operatic arias.
Reinforcement I (2CR) (2L) Introduction to the theory, techniques, and equipment used in sound recording and reinforcement. Topics include acoustics, microphones, recorders, editing, mixing, and effects. (Fall semester.)
Introduction to the theory, techniques, and equipment used in sound recording and reinforcement. Topics include acoustics, microphones, recorders, editing, mixing, and effects. (Fall semester.)
Reinforcement II (2CR) (2L) A study of the basic concepts, equipment and techniques used in the operation of an audio recording console. Topics include console function, mixing, effects, microphone placement and choice, patchbay, and console flow logic. (Spring semester.)
Students advance their recording skills through a project-based curriculum. Students use the computer to create an integrated recording, editing, and mixing environment extending into the areas of digital mastering, signal processing, and post-production. Students explore the internet and distribution services for the transmission of their production.
