May 18, 2024  
2021-2022 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2021-2022 Undergraduate Catalog [NOTE!!!! THIS IS AN ARCHIVED CATALOG. FOR THE CURRENT CATALOG, GO TO CATALOG.NIU.EDU]

Course Descriptions


 

Military Science

  
  • MILS 102 - Adaptive Leadership and Professional Competence


    Introduction to the professional challenges and competencies needed for effective execution of the profession of arms and Army communication. Continuation of Army ethics and values that shape the army and the specific ways that these ethics are inculcated into Army culture.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MILS 201 - Leadership and Decision Making


    Study of leadership, personnel management, critical thinking, Army problem solving, Troop Leading Procedures, Operations Orders process, and ethical decision making. Cadets explore the dimensions of creative and innovative leadership strategies and styles by examining team dynamics and two historical leadership theories that form the basis of the Army leadership framework.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MILS 202 - Army Doctrine and Team Development


    Examines the challenges of leading teams in complex operational environments. The course highlights dimensions of terrain analysis, patrolling and operations orders. Further study of the theoretical basis of the Army Leadership Requirements Model explores the dynamics of adaptive leadership in the context of military operations. Cadets develop greater self-awareness as they assess their own leadership styles and practice communication and team building skills.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: MILS 201, or military science minor, or consent of department.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MILS 301 - Training Management and the Warfighting Functions


    Challenges cadets to study, practice, and apply the fundamentals of Army Leadership, Officership, Army Values and Ethics, Personal Development, and small unit tactics at the platoon level. Cadets receive systematic and specific feedback on their leadership attributes values, and core leader competencies from instructor, other ROTC cadre, and MSL IV Cadets using the Cadet Officer Evaluation System (OES). Successful completion of this course helps prepare for the ROTC Cadet Leader Course (CLC).

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: MILS 201 and MILS 202, or military science minor, or consent of department.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MILS 302 - Applied Leadership in Small Unit Operations


    Study, practice, and application of fundamentals of Army Leadership, Officership, Army Values and Ethics, Personal Development, and small unit tactical operations at the platoon level. Skill development includes planning, coordinating, navigating, motivating and leading a squad and platoon in the execution of a mission during a classroom PE, a Leadership Lab, or during a Leader Training Exercise (LTX). Systematic and specific feedback on your attributes, values, and core leader competencies from your instructor, other ROTC cadre, and MSL IV Cadets using the Cadet Officer Evaluation System (OES) to further develop skills for a successful officer. Successful completion of this course needed to prepare to attend the ROTC Cadet Leader Course (CLC).

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: MILS 301, or military science minor, or consent of department.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MILS 325 - Basic Internship in Military Science


    An internship in military science, primarily oriented toward the assessment of leadership potential and the development of basic leadership skills, consisting of general military subjects, physical training, familiarization with individual and crew served weapons, individual and small unit tactics, and an introduction to leadership. Follows the program of instruction for Reserve Officer Training Corps Cadet Initial Entry Training, normally held at Fort Knox, Kentucky.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of department.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MILS 350 - Advanced Internship in Military Science


    An internship with Military Science with the U.S. Army. Designed for students to apply Basic Officer Leadership Course I subjects including operations and tactics, preventive medicine and first aid, weapons, and leadership skills. Follows the program of instruction for Reserve Officer Training Corps Cadet Leader Course, normally held at Fort Knox, Kentucky.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: MILS 301 and MILS 302.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MILS 401 - The Army Officer


    Develop military knowledge and skills necessary for the role of Second Lieutenant in the United States Army. Utilize hands on, student centric learning to display the application of leadership through battalion staff positions, resourcing and executing training, and leading peers.

    Credits: 4
  
  • MILS 402 - Company Grade Leadership


    Case studies and historical lessons to challenge students to apply critical thought for competent leadership decisions through the lens of a company grade leader. Includes a cursory review of the larger Army organization, how the Army organization resources and enables Brigade Combat Teams to carry out military strategy and the military portion of national power in concert with diplomacy, information, and economic power.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: MILS 401, or military science minor, or consent of department.

    Credits: 4
  
  • MILS 495 - Independent Study


    Individual study involving special readings, topics, and a research project in military science under the direction of a faculty member. Written report required. May be repeated to a maximum of 9 semester hours.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of department.

    Credits: 3

Music

  
  • MUED 353 - Clinical Experience in Secondary Music


    Directed observation and supervised participation in high school instrumental, and/or vocal music performance classes. 30 hours are required for completion of requirement. S/U grading.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Grade of C or better in MUTC 202, MUTC 204, MUSP 335, and MUED 350; minimum NIU cumulative GPA of 2.50; completion of MUED 351; and admission to educator licensure program. For students in the instrumental music area of study, a grade of C or better in four of the following: MUED 170, MUED 171, MUED 172, MUED 173, MUED 174. CRQ: MUED 352 or consent of instructor.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUED 490 - Student Teaching PK-8


    Exit student teaching experience at the elementary or middle school level, including general music experience, for half of one semester. Placements arranged through the School of Music.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Successful completion of all courses and requirements specified for the emphasis in music education including a grade of C or better in MUED 250 and MUED 350 and MUED 352, and fulfillment of educator licensure requirements.

    Credits: 6
  
  • MUSC 99 - Recital Attendance


    Student recitals and concerts. Required of all undergraduate music majors each semester of enrollment for up to 7 semesters. Not required of students in the music education emphasis during their semester of student teaching. S/U grading.

    Credits: 0
  
  • MUSC 399A - Senior Recital


    Preparation and performance of a full or half recital in accordance with current School of Music guidelines. S/U grading.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of school.

    Credits: 0
  
  • MUSC 399B - Senior Research Project or Composition


    Preparation and submission of a research project or composition in accordance with current School of Music guidelines. S/U grading.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of school.

    Credits: 0
  
  • MUSP 213 - Harp: Primary


    Emphasis on performance of appropriate literature, with proficiency requirements at each level. Fundamentals of pedagogy and additional literature addressed in required weekly convocations. Harp students only. Two semester hours’ credit per semester for students in the music education emphasis; 4 semester hours’ credit per semester for students in the performance emphasis. May be repeated.

    Credits: 1-4
  
  • MUTC 398 - Selected Studies in Music: Music Theory


    Independent or small group study of selected topics of interest or need in music other than composition. May be repeated to a total of 6 semester hours. S/U grading.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of school.

    Credits: 1-4

Music Education

  
  • MUED 150 - Introduction to Music Education/Field Experience in Public Schools


    Examination of current philosophies and practices in music education to provide students with emerging perspectives and pathways towards music teaching and learning. Development of professional and holistic practices of effective teaching, including a focus on working with diverse learning styles, using culturally relevant pedagogy, and teaching in a variety of formal and non-formal contexts. Ten clinical hours are to be completed during the semester in a variety of PK-12 settings as an introduction to field experience. Required of all students in the music education emphasis.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUED 170 - Instrumental Techniques and Materials: Flute, Clarinet, and Saxophone


    Development of skills needed to play flute, clarinet, and saxophone. Organization and teaching of woodwind classes in the public schools.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUED 171 - Instrumental Techniques and Materials: Brass


    Development of skills needed to play trumpet, French horn, trombone, baritone, and tuba. Organization and teaching of brass classes in the public schools.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUED 172 - Instrumental Techniques and Materials: Percussion


    Development of skills needed to play percussion instruments. Organization and teaching of percussion classes in the public schools.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUED 173 - Instrumental Techniques and Materials: Double Reeds


    Development of skills needed to play oboe and bassoon. Organization and teaching of woodwind classes in the public schools.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUED 174 - Instrumental Techniques and Materials: Strings


    Development of skills needed to play violin, viola, cello, and contrabass. Organization and teaching of string classes in the public schools.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUED 250 - Elementary General Music Methods


    Teaching and learning of comprehensive musicianship including listening, performing, and creating for learners in general music programs at the elementary level. Focus on lesson planning and assessment, classroom management and social emotional learning, and music education pedagogies and approaches for grades PK-5.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Minimum NIU cumulative GPA of 2.50; Grade of C or better in MUED 150; and Grade of C or better in MUTC 102 and MUTC 104 or consent of school. CRQ: MUED 251.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MUED 251 - Clinical Experience in Elementary General Music


    Directed observation and supervised participation in elementary school general music classes. 30 hours are required for completion of requirement. S/U grading.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Grade of C or better in MUTC 102 and MUTC 104 and MUED 150; minimum NIU cumulative GPA of 2.50; and successful completion of the ILTS Test of Academic Proficiency. CRQ: MUED 250 or consent of instructor.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUED 350 - Middle School/Junior High Music Methods


    Music materials, learning experiences, and teaching techniques for the general music and ensemble setting in middle and junior high schools. Focus on adolescent development, beginning instrumental and vocal pedagogy, and culturally responsive teaching.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Minimum NIU cumulative GPA of 2.50; Grade of C or better in MUED 250 and MUED 251; and admission to educator licensure program. CRQ: MUED 351 or consent of instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MUED 351 - Clinical Experience in Middle School/Junior High Music


    Directed observation and supervised participation in middle school and junior high general music classes, instrumental and/or vocal music performance classes. 30 hours are required for completion of requirement. S/U grading.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Minimum cumulative NIU GPA of 2.50; Grade of C or better in  MUED 250 and MUED 251; and admission to educator licensure program. CRQ: MUED 350 or consent of instructor.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUED 352 - Secondary Music Methods


    Music materials, learning experiences, and teaching techniques for the ensemble music program in secondary schools. Focus on intermediate and advanced vocal or instrumental techniques, rehearsal pacing and pedagogy, assessment of students in performance classes, administrative skills, and Educator Teacher Performance Assessment (edTPA) preparation. 

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Minimum NIU cumulative GPA of 2.50; Grade of C or better in MUED 350 and MUED 351; Grade of C or better in MUTC 202, MUTC 204, and MUSP 335; and admission to educator licensure program. For students in the instrumental music area of study, a grade of C or better in four of the following: MUED 170, MUED 171, MUED 172, MUED 173, MUED 174. For all students CRQ: MUED 353 and PRQ or CRQ: MUSP 336 or MUSP 337.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MUED 360 - Fundamentals, Principles, and Practices in Elementary Music


    Music methods and instructional materials for the elementary grades through activities in singing, listening, creating, playing, and moving to music. Includes the understanding of music fundamentals and the acquisition of functional facility in piano and/or recorder. Not open to students in the music education emphasis.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MUED 375 - Keyboard Methods and Materials


    Methods and materials used in teaching keyboard in the public schools with emphasis on the method of teaching in classes.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Two years of keyboard study or consent of school.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MUED 377 - Seminar in Suzuki Pedagogy


    Philosophy, psychology, repertoire, and pedagogy of the Suzuki Method including guided observation and supervised teaching. May be repeated to a maximum of 8 semester hours.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of school.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MUED 381 - Pedagogy of Singing


    Techniques and procedures of teaching vocal production and interpretation in individual and group lessons. Emphasis on current materials in the field.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CRQ: MUSP 314.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MUED 398 - Selected Studies in Music: Music Education


    Independent or small group study. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 semester hours. S/U grading.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of school.

    Credits: 1-4
  
  • MUED 477 - Jazz Pedagogy


    Exploration of various approaches to teaching jazz including improvisation, style, articulation, and phrasing as well as the development of curriculum designs.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of school.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MUED 480 - Wind Instrument Literature


    Wind instrument literature from ca. 1600 to the present, with emphasis on the 20th century American concert band. Includes literature covering all major stylistic periods that is suitable for public school and college instrumental ensembles. Analytical techniques applied to selected works.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: MUED 350 and MUED 352, or consent of school.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MUED 482 - The Music Education Approaches of Dalcroze, Orff, and Kodaly


    Exploration of the approaches of Emile Jaques- Dalcroze, Carl Orff, and Zoltan Kodaly relating to vocal/choral, instrumental, and general music education. Evaluation of pedagogical materials and application to elementary, middle/junior high, and high school levels.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Grade of C or better in MUTC 202 and grade of C or better in MUED 250 and grade of C or better in MUTC 204 or MUSP 204; or consent of school.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MUED 483 - Computer Technology in the P-12 Music Program


    Integrating hardware devices and software for composition, sequencing, aural skills, and theory; the Internet for supplementary instruction; basic web page construction; designing technology-infused general music curricula; and creating spreadsheets for music program administration and assessment.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: MUED 350 or consent of school.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MUED 485 - World Music Pedagogy


    Overview of teaching world music in various settings: K-12 general music classes and ensembles and music appreciation classes and world music ensembles in higher education. Specific focus on the rationale and approaches of integrating world music into such settings. Designed primarily for (but not limited to) music education students who have prior knowledge of world music and seek to apply their knowledge in educational settings and/or performance majors (of western classical music) who would like to expand their musical horizon and improve their pedagogical skills. Limited to music majors.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MUED 489 - Seminar in Music Education


    Research and analysis in selected areas of music education. Topics announced. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 semester hours.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MUED 495 - Student Teaching 6-12 Music


    Exit student teaching experience at the secondary level, including conducting instrumental or vocal (non-general) music ensemble, for half of one semester. Placements arranged through the School of Music.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Successful completion of all courses and requirements specified for the emphasis in music education including a grade of C or better in MUED 250 and MUED 350 and MUED 352, and fulfillment of educator licensure requirements.

    Credits: 6

Music Ensembles

  
  • MUSE 315 - String Ensemble


    Ensemble performance. Participation for credit in more than one ensemble during the same semester permitted. May be repeated.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUSE 316 - Woodwind Ensemble


    Ensemble performance. Participation for credit in more than one ensemble during the same semester permitted. May be repeated.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUSE 317 - Brass Ensemble


    Ensemble performance. Participation for credit in more than one ensemble during the same semester permitted. May be repeated.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUSE 318 - Percussion Ensemble


    Ensemble performance. Participation for credit in more than one ensemble during the same semester permitted. May be repeated.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUSE 319 - Guitar Ensemble


    Ensemble performance. Participation for credit in more than one ensemble during the same semester permitted. May be repeated.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUSE 320 - Keyboard Ensemble


    Ensemble performance. Participation for credit in more than one ensemble during the same semester permitted. May be repeated.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUSE 321 - Mixed Ensemble


    Ensemble performance. Participation for credit in more than one ensemble during the same semester permitted. May be repeated. Students can enroll in more than one section in a term.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUSE 322 - New Music Ensemble


    Ensemble performance. Participation for credit in more than one ensemble during the same semester permitted. May be repeated.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUSE 323 - Early Music Ensemble


    Ensemble performance. Participation for credit in more than one ensemble during the same semester permitted. May be repeated.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUSE 324 - Jazz Combo


    Ensemble performance. Participation for credit in more than one ensemble during the same semester permitted. May be repeated.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUSE 325 - Latin Jazz Ensemble


    Ensemble performance. Participation for credit in more than one ensemble during the same semester permitted. May be repeated.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUSE 330 - Wind Symphony


    Open to all university students proficient in the playing of wind and percussion instruments. Participation in both MUSE 330 and MUSE 331 during the same semester permitted. May be repeated.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUSE 331 - Wind Ensemble


    Open to all university students proficient in the playing of wind and percussion instruments. Participation in both MUSE 330 and MUSE 331 during the same semester permitted. May be repeated.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUSE 332 - All-University Band


    Open to all university students proficient in the playing of wind and percussion instruments. May be repeated.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUSE 335 - Marching Band


    Open to all university students. Participation in both MUSE 335 and MUSE 336 during the same semester permitted. May be repeated.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUSE 336 - Pep Band


    Open to all university students. Participation in both MUSE 335 and MUSE 336 during the same semester permitted. May be repeated.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUSE 340 - Women’s Chorus


    A non-auditioned treble voice choral ensemble performing repertoire of music composed for treble voices from Western and Non-Western choral music traditions, specially commissioned new music, and music of women composers. This course is for non-voice majors. May be repeated.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUSE 341 - Chamber Choir


    Study of vocal repertoire as developed through ensemble participation. May be repeated. Participation for credit in more than one ensemble during the same semester permitted. Students registered for MUSP 214 may not concurrently register for MUSE 341 without the permission of the MUSP 214 instructor.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUSE 342 - University Chorus


    Open to all students proficient in singing and interested in choral activities. May be repeated.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUSE 343 - Opera Theatre


    Study of vocal repertoire as developed through ensemble participation. May be repeated. Participation for credit in more than one ensemble during the same semester permitted. Students registered for MUSP 214 may not concurrently register for MUSE 343 without the permission of the MUSP 214 instructor.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUSE 344 - Jazzvox


    Study of vocal repertoire as developed through ensemble participation. May be repeated. Participation for credit in more than one ensemble during the same semester permitted. Students registered for MUSP 214 may not concurrently register for MUSE 344 without the permission of the MUSP 214 instructor.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUSE 345 - Concert Choir


    Study and performance of musical masterworks from the 16th through the 20th century. May be repeated.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUSE 350 - Jazz Ensemble


    Study and performance of the various styles of jazz and popular music. May be repeated.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUSE 360 - NIU Philharmonic


    Open to all qualified students. May be repeated.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUSE 365 - Campus String Orchestra


    Open to all qualified students. May be repeated.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUSE 370 - Gamelan


    Ensemble performance. Participation for credit in more than one ensemble during the same semester permitted. Open to non-majors by special consent of the School of Music. May be repeated.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUSE 371 - African Ensemble


    Ensemble performance. Participation for credit in more than one ensemble during the same semester permitted. Open to non-majors by special consent of the School of Music. May be repeated.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUSE 372 - Steel Band


    Ensemble performance. Participation for credit in more than one ensemble during the same semester permitted. Open to non-majors by special consent of the School of Music. May be repeated.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUSE 373 - All University Steel Band


    Ensemble performance. Participation for credit in more than one ensemble during the same semester permitted. Open to non-majors by special consent of the School of Music. May be repeated.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUSE 374 - Tabla


    Ensemble performance. Participation for credit in more than one ensemble during the same semester permitted. Open to non-majors by special consent of the School of Music. May be repeated.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUSE 375 - Chinese Music Ensemble


    Introduction to Chinese music through various repertoires: the traditional Silk and Bamboo Ensemble of the South Bank of Yang Zi River (Jiang Nan Si Zhu), narrative singing genres, such as Peking opera, Nan-guan, and Mountain and Lyric songs, and the modern Chinese orchestral and instrumental compositions. Traditional philosophical perspectives of and western influences on Chinese music through various performance opportunities. Open to non-majors by special consent of the School of Music. May be repeated.

    Credits: 1

Music History and Literature

  
  • MUHL 220 - Introduction to Western Musical Traditions


    Broadens understanding of musical traditions of Europe and North America. Emphasis on the study of major composers, styles, genres, and social and historical context. Engagement with music though listening, live performance, and interaction with other musicians.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MUHL 221 - Introduction to Jazz Music


    Enhances an understanding, appreciation, and enjoyment of jazz. Divided broadly into three activities: study of music fundamentals, rhythmic structure, and form; listening lessons arranged to illustrate the evolution of jazz music; and study of the origins of this American art form and its relationship to the social, economic, and political climates in which it developed. 

    Credits: 3
  
  • MUHL 222 - World Music and Culture


    Surveys the unique and changing meanings of music from historical, political, and religious perspectives through engagement in interactive musical activities. Examination of specific musical practices of various world cultures, how music is perceived within its sociocultural context, and establishment of a mindset for global interconnections. 

    Credits: 3
  
  • MUHL 223 - History of Rock


    Study of Rock and Roll from its origins through today, focusing on the development of rock styles from its roots in blues, folk, country, and pop. Expansion of listening experience through study of song forms, musical instruments of rock, and the socio-political significance of song lyrics.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MUHL 230 - Jazz Literature


    Aural analysis of jazz literature using the music of Count Basie, Gil Evans, Duke Ellington, Miles Davis, and others.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Grade of C or better in MUTC 102 and MUTC 104.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MUHL 320 - Music History Review


    Development of Western art music from the Medieval through the Romantic periods. Review course. Does not satisfy graduate music history requirements for any degree program. Credit earned does not count toward the M.M. degree or Performer’s Certificate. Students must earn a grade of C or higher in order to satisfy the deficiency for this course. Open only to M.M. students.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MUHL 321 - History and Literature of Music I


    Development of music in the Western world from the Middle Ages to 1750. Examines composers’ lives and styles as well as social, political, and cultural developments that have affected music history.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Grade of C or better in MUTC 202.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MUHL 322 - History and Literature of Music II


    Development of music in the Western world from 1750 to 1900. Examines composers’ lives and styles as well as social, political, and cultural developments that have affected music history.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Grade of C or better in MUTC 202.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MUHL 323 - 20th Century Music


    Survey of European and American music from impressionism to the present.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Grade of C or better in MUTC 202, and grade of C or better in either MUTC 204 or MUSP 204.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MUHL 326 - Survey of World Music


    Crosslisted as ANTH 326X. Survey of traditional music (both folk and classical/court) in world cultures. Examination of the relationship of music to selected aspects of the people and culture of East, South, Central and Southeast Asia, Australia, Polynesia, the Middle East, Europe, Africa, the Caribbean, and Latin America.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MUHL 337 - Chamber Music Literature


    Chamber music from the baroque to the present day.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of school.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MUHL 398 - Selected Studies in Music: Music History and Literature


    Independent or small group study of selected topics of interest or need in music. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 semester hours. S/U grading.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of school.

    Credits: 1-4
  
  • MUHL 421 - Topic Studies in Ethnomusicology


    Studies and reports on special topics in world music: bibliography, discography, and instruments. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 semester hours.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: MUHL 326, or consent of school.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MUHL 422 - Jazz History


    Significant changes and developments in jazz. Analysis of the styles of a number of jazz performers.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: MUHL 230.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MUHL 426 - American Music


    Survey of art music from colonial times to today; popular song from the early 1800s to ca. 1960; and the Broadway musical from its origins to ca. 1980.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: MUHL 322.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MUHL 430 - Seminar in Music History and Literature


    Research and analysis in selected areas of music history and literature. Topics announced. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 semester hours.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MUHL 431 - Music of Southeast Asia


    Study of the history, philosophy, religion, and performance practices of Southeast Asian music traditions with emphasis on their cultural significances and the global connections as exemplified by contemporary music trends of selected Southeast Asian countries. 

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of school.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MUHL 432 - Music of China


    Study of the music of China with emphasis on existing genres.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of school.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MUHL 433 - Choral Literature I


    Survey of choral literature from 1400 to 1750.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of school.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MUHL 434 - Choral Literature II


    Survey of choral literature from 1750 to present.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of school.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MUHL 435 - Organ Literature I


    Survey of organ literature from 1300 to 1750, including the works of J. S. Bach.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: At least junior standing in keyboard area of study.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MUHL 436 - Organ Literature II


    Survey of organ works after J. S. Bach including classical, romantic, and contemporary literature.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: At least junior standing in keyboard area of study.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MUHL 437 - Piano Literature I


    Survey of clavier and piano literature to the mid-19th century.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CRQ: MUSP 310 or consent of school.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MUHL 438 - Piano Literature II


    Survey of romantic and contemporary piano literature.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CRQ: MUSP 310 or consent of school.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MUHL 439 - Guitar Literature


    Survey of lute, vihuela, and guitar literature from the Renaissance to the present.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Grade of C or better in MUTC 202, and grade of C or better in either MUTC 204 or MUSP 204.

    Credits: 2

Music Performance

  
  • MUSP 101 - Beginning Group Piano


    Emphasis on performance, with proficiency requirements at each level. May be repeated with consent of school.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of school.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUSP 102 - Intermediate Group Piano


    Emphasis on performance, with proficiency requirements at each level. May be repeated with consent of school.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of school.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUSP 103 - Advanced Group Piano


    Emphasis on performance, with proficiency requirements at each level. May be repeated with consent of school.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of school.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUSP 105 - Level 1 Group Jazz Piano


    Emphasis on performance, with proficiency requirements at each level. May be repeated with consent of school.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of school.

    Credits: 1
 

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