MUS 101 Guitar Class (3) An introduction to the mechanics and rudiments of the guitar in a class situation. Students will play materials designed for guitar ensemble and will be involved in both classical and jazz styles.
MUS 102 Piano Class (3) An introduction to the rudiments of playing the piano and keyboard theory. This course is designed for anyone who wishes to learn to play the piano and should be taken before enrolling in applied music if the student has had no previous piano experience.
MUS 103 Voice Class (2) An introduction to singing and vocal techniques. This course is designed for students who wish to learn the correct method of singing and should be taken before enrolling in applied music if the student has had no previous vocal training.
MUS 104 Improvisation Class (2) An introduction to techniques of improvisation. The course will cover elementary music theory as it applies to making up music on the spot. This course is specifically designed for players and singers who wish to extend their horizons beyond traditional music.
MUS 107 Applied Music (1) Private instruction in voice or instrument. A special fee is required. For enrollment, students should obtain an Applied Music Enrollment Form from the Fine Arts faculty secretary. Teachers will be assigned and posted at the beginning of each semester.
MUS 108 Applied Music (1) Continuation of applied music in the same medium as taken in 107.
MUS 110 Enjoyment of Music (3) This course is designed to show the student why he/she enjoys music. It will cover all styles, ranging from music of the troubadours who entertained medieval kings, to the "1812 Overture" with its cannon blasts and sounds of Napoleon's retreating army, to the 20th century jazz of Count Basie and Bill Evans.
MUS 111 Introduction to Music Theory I (3) An introduction to the basic materials of music; rhythm, scales, intervals, melodies, triads and notation; sight-singing and elementary part-writing. Students with no previous musical training should enroll in MUS 100 before taking MUS 111.
MUS 112 History of Rock (3) Development of this American tradition from its roots in blues and country/western music, regional rock-n-roll of the 1950s and more international rock of the '60s and '70s. The first half of the course will deal primarily with stylistic traits of the rock-n-roll phenomena and the second half will treat major composers (Beatles, Rolling Stones, Beach Boys, Jimi Hendrix, Mothers of Invention, Buffalo Springfield, etc.). This is primarily a listening course and is designed specifically for the general student.
MUS 113 The Jazz Experience (3) Development of jazz from Gospel music and Black secular roots. A stylistic history will be presented scanning Dixieland jazz, big band jazz of the '50s and contemporary big band jazz. This is primarily a listening course with topical lectures designed to assist in the listening experience. Films will support the general chronology. This course is specifically designed for the general college student.
MUS 114 Country Music (3) Study of the folk styles leading up to the development of traditional southern music and a chronological discussion of country music emphasizing the following: Old-time practitioners, western and western swing, honky-tonk, the Nashville sound, the outlaws, country rock, crossover country and contemporary fusion music. Through lectures and listening, the student will be exposed to cultural influences and analysis of particular styles of country music.
MUS 115 Latin American Music (3) A survey course in both secular and sacred music of Latin America. The course is constructed around listening experiences, with topical lectures designed to highlight cultural, political and religious influences upon the arts.
MUS 116 Music in the United States (3) A history of music from the colonial period to the present. The material covered includes art music and some consideration of folk and popular styles. This course combines listening to music, discussion of musical styles, and placing the music in its historical and cultural contexts.
MUS 121 Applied Piano I (1) Private instruction in piano. A special fee is required for enrollment, students should obtain an Applied Enrollment Form from the Fine Arts Faculty Secretary. Teachers will be assigned and posted at the beginning of the semester. Prerequisite: MUS 102 or equivalent.
MUS 122 Applied Piano II (1) Continuation of Applied Piano I. Prerequisite: MUS 121 or equivalent.
MUS 187 Ensemble (1) To be announced.
MUS 189 Flute Choir (1) Prerequisite: A basic background in flute.
MUS 201 Intermediate Guitar (2) Continuation of MUS 101. Prerequisite: MUS 101 or permission of instructor.
MUS 202 Instrumental Repair (2) A practical course in the repair and maintenance of musical instruments, keyboard instruments and electronic instruments. Students will gain practical experience in our repair lab and will do most of the departmental adjusting.
MUS 203 Woodwinds Class (2) An introduction to the theory and practice of playing the woodwind instruments. Students will be introduced to each instrument and will physically learn to play them. All woodwinds will be covered.
MUS 204 Brass Class (2) An introduction to the theory and practice of playing the brass instruments. Students will be introduced to each instrument and physically learn to play them. All brass instruments will be covered.
MUS 205 Strings Class (2) An introduction to the theory and practice of playing the stringed instruments. Students will be introduced to each instrument and will physically learn to play them. All stringed instruments will be covered.
MUS 206 Percussion Class (2) An introduction to the theory and practice of playing the percussion instruments and their notational systems. Students will be exposed to non-pitched drums and keyboard percussion instruments. Students also will be exposed to tuned drums and the tympani.
MUS 207 Applied Music (1) Continuation of MUS 108.
MUS 208 Applied Music (1) Continuation of MUS 207.
MUS 211 Introduction to Music Theory II (3) Investigation of common-practice harmony and formal analysis of 17th and 18th century music, four-part writing, sight-singing and harmonic modulation. Prerequisite: MUS 111 or permission of instructor.
MUS 212 Intermediate Piano Class (2) Continuation of MUS 102. Prerequisite: MUS 102 or permission of the instructor.
MUS 221 Applied Piano III (1) Continuation of Applied Piano II. Prerequisite: MUS 122 or equivalent.
MUS 222 Applied Piano IV (1) Continuation of Applied Piano III. Prerequisite: MUS 221 or equivalent.
MUS 291 Sophomore Seminar (1-4) Seminar in selected topics for general students and/or music majors/minors, for example, resident artist course(s) or interdisciplinary curriculum.
MUS 301 Advanced Guitar (2) Continuation of MUS 201. The student will be expected to perform solo pieces in this course, both in classical and popular style. The mechanics of the guitar and its history also will be covered. Prerequisite: MUS 201 or permission of instructor.
MUS 303 Teaching Music in Grades K-8 (3) The study of developmentally appropriate materials, methods and skills for teaching music in the elementary and middle school grades. Topics include singing, rhythm, listening, creative activities and the use of instruments in the classroom. Lesson planning and teaching are done in class and in practicum experiences. Limited to music majors. (Cross-listed with TE 303.)
MUS 305 Teaching Music Ensemble Classes (3) Examines problems in the teaching and administration of contemporary instrumental and choral music classes. Topics include program goals and objectives, inventory management, rehearsal, selection of developmentally appropriate materials and techniques for the teaching of musical concepts in performance classes at the middle and secondary levels. Field experience required.
MUS 306 Technology in Music Education (3) This course introduces students to computers and software used in the teaching and administration of school music programs. Topics include MIDI applications, synthesizers and keyboards and music instructional programs for use in grades K-12. Limited to music majors.
MUS 307 Applied Music (1) Continuation of MUS 208.
MUS 308 Applied Music (1) Continuation of MUS 307.
MUS 311 Intermediate Music Theory (3) Secondary dominants, altered chords and development procedures of the 19th century. The work will include musical analysis for forms studies, arranging and writing related to period and style. Prerequisite: MUS 211 or permission of instructor.
MUS 312 Counterpoint/Form and Analysis (3) Development and survey of contrapuntal techniques. Contrapuntal exercises including fugue, canon and imitative counterpoint. Formal analysis of representative literature. Prerequisite: MUS 311 or concurrent enrollment.
MUS 313 Composition (3) Introduction of composition techniques. Students will have specific styles and forms of composition assigned, but also will be given an opportunity to compose in any media they choose. Students will present their works for performance at some time during the course (may be taped). Prerequisite: MUS 211 or permission of instructor.
MUS 314 Foundation of Music Education (3) An examination of the philosophical and psychological foundations of contemporary music education. Topics include aesthetic theories and their implications for music education, as well as a study of the application of learning and developmental theories of students (elementary, middle and secondary) to the teaching and learning of music.
MUS 320 Music History I (4) Music literature and history from antiquity through the Renaissance. Both western and non-western cultures will be considered. Required of all music majors; open to qualified non-majors. Analysis of major works and a research paper are required.
MUS 321 Music History II (4) A continuation of MUS 320 covering the period from the Baroque to the present.
MUS 327 Non-Western Music (3) A survey course in non-western music, covering Asia, Africa and other non-European based cultures. This course is primarily a history and listening course, rather than highly technical. Some experience with music prior to taking the course would be very helpful.
MUS 332 Vocal Pedagogy (2) The study of voice teaching techniques. The course will include language diction, vocal production, physical anatomy, vocal problems and basic vocal skills.
MUS 334 Conducting I (3) This course presents the theory and practice of conducting - instrumental and vocal. Students will be given a variety of practical assignments and will be expected to do some conducting with one of the SVSU ensembles.
MUS 340 Church Music I (3) A study of choral and organ literature, hymnody, and liturgy from the Renaissance to the present.
MUS 341 Church Music II (3) A study of contemporary trends and literature in church music, including youth choirs, bell choirs, Orff and Kodaly materials, and gospel, folk and rock adaptations.
MUS 342 Church Music III (2) The organization and administration of church music programs: budgeting, personnel, scheduling, church staff and developing a music library.
MUS 399 Directed Study (1-4) Directed study will be approved for the student who has discovered some specific topic of interest within a program emphasis that is mutually shared by a music faculty member. This will normally be the logical extension of subject initially encountered within a regularly scheduled course. Prerequisite: Junior standing, completion of relevant courses and permission of instructor.
MUS 407 Applied Music (1) Continuation of MUS 308.
MUS 408 Applied Music (1) Continuation of MUS 407.
MUS 411 Theory Seminar (3) This course will be offered according to student demand and will deal with an area of music theory of that the student has a particular interest. May involve composing, arranging, analysis or study of a particular composer or style. Prerequisite: Senior standing, MUS 111, 211, 311, 312 or permission of instructor.
MUS 412 History Seminar (3) This course will be offered according to student demand and will deal with some specific musicological problem or development. It is expected that the student will be aiming toward graduate study in music in order to take this course. Prerequisite: Senior standing, MUS 320, 321 and permission of instructor.
MUS 413 Music Education Seminar (3) This course will be offered according to student demand and will deal with research in music education and curriculum. It is expected that the student will apply this course toward graduate work in music education or credits beyond the credential or a master's degree. Prerequisite: Senior standing, permission of instructor and completion or concurrent enrollment in student teaching in music.
MUS 434 Conducting II (2) Continuation of MUS 334 with emphasis on rehearsal techniques. Observations and practical field experiences will be required. Prerequisite: MUS 334.
MUS 497 Senior Project (3) This includes recitals, research, major composition(s) or other Senior level projects. Prerequisite: Senior music major and unanimous approval of music faculty.
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