Music Department Course Descriptions

MUS-100 Recital Attendance

All music majors must enroll in recital attendance for seven semesters and attend at least seven performances per semester. All music minors must enroll in recital attendance for four semesters and attend at least five performances per term. Students enrolled in MUS 111, 112, 211, or 212 (except non-music majors/minors) must also register for MUS 100. Prerequisite: Must be music major or minor. 0 hours.
Credits: 0.00

MUS-101 Introduction to Classical Music

This course pursues the development of listening skills, principally with respect to the traditions of Western Classical Music. Emphasis is placed on the development of an aural sense of historical, stylistic, and idiomatic contexts. Previous musical knowledge or experience is neither required nor assumed. 3 hours. Offered alternate years.
Credits: 3.00

MUS-102 History of Jazz and Rock

Surveys the impact of jazz and rock music from both the social/historical and the musical points of view. Emphasis is placed on historical context and development of aural skills. The time frame will be 1900 to the present. 3 hours. Offered Spring semester.
Credits: 3.00

MUS-110 Music Notation & Songwriting

Introduction to the expressive elements of music and musical notation. Topics include intervals, scales, keys, melody, rhythm, harmony, texture, and form. Recommended as preparation for the music theory sequence, elementary teachers, and for aspiring songwriters. Projects will include students' original compositions. No previous musical background necessary. 3 hours. Offered each semester.
Credits: 3.00

MUS-111 Music Theory I

Introductory studies in harmony and counterpoint. Emphasis placed on scales, intervals, triads, non-harmonic tones and seventh chords. Projects will include students' original composition. Prerequisite: placement exam or consent. Corequisite: MUS 100. Offered fall semester. 4 hours.
Credits: 4.00

MUS-112 Music Theory II

A continuation of MUS 111. Emphasis is on the harmonic, melodic, rhythmic and basic formal procedures of the common practice period. Primary topics will be secondary dominants, modulation, Neapolitan and Augmented sixth cords, modulation and analysis. Projects will include students' original compositions. Prerequisite: MUS 111 or consent. Corequisite: MUS 100. 4 hours. Offered spring semester.
Credits: 4.00

MUS-131 Introduction to MIDI Lab

Introduction to Musical Instrument Digital Interface (MIDI) fundamentals and its practical implications for music education and composition. Basic Macintosh computer skills required. 1 hour.
Credits: 1.00

MUS-150 Choral Union

Rehearsals and performance of traditional choral literature for large, mixed choir. Open to all students, faculty, staff and members of the community. Fundamentals of vocal tone production and musicianship. Public performance required. No audition. 0 or 1 hour per semester. May be repeated for credit.
Credits: 0.00

MUS-151 Jazz Band

A jazz band open to all University students. The band regularly performs with regionally and nationally-known soloists. Repertoire ranges from early Jazz and Big Band to Jazz/Rock fusion. May be repeated for credit. Audition required. 0 to 1 hour.
Credits: 0.00

MUS-153 Pacific Univ. Concert Choir

This class is designed to provide a large ensemble choral experience for students of all ability levels. Students will learn basic vocal and choral techniques including breath support, correct posture, diction, tone production, blend and balance. Additionally, basic musicianship and performance skills will be taught through the rehearsal and performance of a diverse selection of choral literature from a variety of historical periods, styles and cultures. Repeatable for credit. Fulfills large ensemble requirement. 0-1 credits.
Credits: 0.00

MUS-155 Special Topics

See department for description.
Credits: 0.00

MUS-158 Orchestra

A large instrumental ensemble to University students, faculty, staff, and other interested members in the community. The orchestra performs major concerts of standard orchestral literature each semester and for other various events. Prerequisite: High school level or better ability to play a string, wind or percussion instrument. 0 or 1 hour. May be repeated for credit.
Credits: 0.00

MUS-159 Chamber Ensembles

Small ensembles of many different instrumentations and voices open to Pacific students, faculty, staff, and other interested members in the community. Works from all periods and of all styles are studied. It is the responsibility of the students to form an appropriate ensemble and arrange for the appropriate faculty member to provide coaching prior to enrolling in the course. MUS 159-06, MUS 159-07 and MUS 159-08, require an audition. 0 or 1 hour. May be repeated for credit.
Credits: 0.00

MUS-163 Chamber Singers

A select mixed ensemble that performs regularly both on campus and off campus. Open to all students. Rehearsal and performance of choral literature from the Renaissance to the present. Three to five major performances per year, plus participation in choral festivals and tour on alternate years. Audition required. 0 to 1 hour per semester. May be repeated for credit.
Credits: 0.00

MUS-165 Symphonic Band

A large instrumental ensemble open to University students, faculty, staff, and other interested members in the community. The band performs major concerts of standard wind ensemble literature each semester and for other various events. Prerequisite: high school level or better ability to play a wind or percussion instrument. 0 or 1 hour. May be repeated for credit.
Credits: 0.00

MUS-167 Jazz Choir

This ensemble is a performance outlet for singers, both majors and non-majors, who wish to explore jazz from a vocal perspective. Performances will be both on and off campus and participation in Northwest Vocal Jazz Festivals is also planned. Prerequisite: audition. 0 or 1 hour. May be repeated for credit.
Credits: 0.00

MUS-171 Applied Music: Private Lessons

Private instruction is available on all band and orchestral instruments, piano, organ, guitar, and voice for all University students, whether they are music majors or minors or not, for an additional fee. The fee is waived for music majors and minors up to the number of credits required for their course of study. The _71_72 sequence of courses is proficiency-based using nationally accepted criteria for advancement through the sequence of levels. Exact course requirements will be indicated on course syllabi and determined by the instructor to best serve the student's individual needs and experience. Music majors and minors taking private instruction are required to participate in the appropriate large ensemble for their primary instrument; and individual daily practice is required. Lessons are letter graded. Applied Music jury exams are required of all Applied Music students at the end of each semester, except MUS 171. Music majors and minors enrolled in Applied Music courses 271 and higher are required to perform in a Student Performance forum (student recital) each semester. Full-hour weekly lessons, earning one credit hour per semester, are the norm for music majors and minors; but half-hour lessons, earning one credit hour, are available for a lower fee. Course credit for full-hour or half-hour lessons is based on twelve lessons per semester. See the Music Department Chair for course section assignment when enrolling for Applied Music. Prerequisites: none for 171; 271 and higher require recommendation of the faculty based on progress demonstrated in the jury exam. 0.5 or 1.0 credit- hours per semester.
Credits: 0.50

MUS-172 Applied Music: Private Lessons

Private instruction is available on all band and orchestral instruments, piano, organ, guitar, and voice for all University students, whether they are music majors or minors or not, for an additional fee. The fee is waived for music majors and minors up to the number of credit hours required for their course of study. The _71-_72 sequence of courses is proficiency-based using nationally accepted criteria for advancement through the sequence of levels. Exact course requirements will be indicated on course syllabi and determined by the instructor to best serve the student's individual needs and experience. Music majors and minors taking private instruction are required to participate in the appropriate large ensemble for their primary instrument; and individual daily practice is required. Lessons are letter graded. Applied Music jury exams are required of all Applied Music students at the end of each semester, except MUS 171. Music majors and minors enrolled in Applied Music courses 271 and higher are required to perform in a Student Performance forum (student recital) each semester. Full-hour weekly lessons, earning one credit hour per semester, are the norm for music majors and minors; but half-hour lessons, earning one-half credit hour, are available for a lower fee. Course credit for full-hour or half-hour lessons is based on twelve lessons per semester. See the Music Department Chair for course section assignment when enrolling for Applied Music. Prerequisites: none for 171; 271 and higher require recommendation of the faculty, base on progress demonstrated in the jury exam. 0.5 or 1.0 credit hours per semester. Staff.
Credits: 0.50

MUS-181 Class Voice

A course designed for non-music majors to improve their singing skills. Emphasis is placed on improving the vocal technique, breath support, and tone quality of each member of the class in a no- pressure, supportive group situation 1 hour. Offered Fall semester.
Credits: 1.00

MUS-182 Class Voice II

A continuation of MUS 181, this course explores vocal technique for those with some previous knowledge of singing who seek improvement as soloists and/or choral singers. Students study both classical and contemporary (musical theatre) literature and perform selections in a supportive group environment. Prerequisite: MUS 181. 1 hour.
Credits: 1.00

MUS-183 Class Piano I

Class piano for non-music majors/minors with little or no basic music or piano skills; scales, arpeggios, chords, and reading skills necessary for the playing of piano for personal enjoyment. 1 hour.
Credits: 1.00

MUS-184 Class Piano II

A continuation of MUS 183. Prerequisite: MUS 183 or consent. 1 hour.
Credits: 1.00

MUS-185 Functional Piano I

Class piano for music majors/minors with little or no basic piano skills; scales, arpeggios, chords, and reading skills necessary for the playing of simple accompaniments in the public school or private studio. 1 hour.
Credits: 1.00

MUS-186 Functional Piano II

A continuation of MUS 185. Prerequisite: MUS 185 or consent. 1 hour.
Credits: 1.00

MUS-187 Class Guitar I

An examination of various techniques and styles of guitar playing including chord formations, positions, tuning and tone quality. 1 hour.
Credits: 1.00

MUS-188 Class Guitar II

A continuation of MUS 187. 1 hour.
Credits: 1.00

MUS-191 Beginning Jazz Improvisation I

Techniques and materials used in the performance of basic instrumental jazz styles such as the Blues and Standards. Studies will include jazz theory, keyboard harmony, solo transcription, and required listening. Prerequisite: MUS 112 or consent. 1 hour.
Credits: 1.00

MUS-195 Independent Study

Credits: 0.50

MUS-205 Creativity & Disability in Art & Music

This course will introduce the student to the topic of the artistic process and the impact of disability on that process. The course will investigate the intersection between creativity and disability, whether the disability is physical or psychological. By examining the lives and the art work of selected artists and musicians the class will discuss what happens to creative production when there is a challenge of disability in the artist's life and how disability may or may not affect an individual's artistic vision. 3 hours. Meets disability minor requirement. Does not fulfill art core requirement.
Credits: 3.00

MUS-211 Music Theory III

A continuation of MUS 112. Emphasis is on the melodic, harmonic, rhythmic, and basic formal procedures of selected Medieval, Renaissance, Baroque, Classical and Romantic schools and styles. Projects will include students' original compositions. Prerequisite: MUS 112 or consent. Corequisite: concurrent enrollment in MUS 211L and MUS 100. 3 hours. Offered fall semester.
Credits: 3.00

MUS-211L Music Theory Lab III

Connecting sound and notation through analysis, aural dictation and sight singing. Corequisite: concurrent enrollment in MUS 211. 1 hour. Offered fall semester.
Credits: 1.00

MUS-212 Music Theory IV

A continuation of MUS 211. This course examines the basic harmonic, melodic, rhythmic, and formal procedures of late 19th and 20th century music. Primary topics will be the extension of tonality, chromaticism, impressionism, quartal harmony, atonality, serialism, electronic media, and minimalism. Projects will include students' original compositions. Prerequisite: MUS-211 Corequisite: concurrent enrollment in MUS-212L and MUS-100. 3 hours. Offered Spring semester.
Credits: 3.00

MUS-212L Music Theory Lab IV

Connecting sound and notation through analysis, aural dictation and sight singing. Corequisite: concurrent enrollment in Music 212. Offered spring semester. 1 hour.
Credits: 1.00

MUS-233 String Methods

Laboratory classes in playing and teaching the string instruments of the orchestra. Violin, viola, cello or bass are presented with members of the class playing the instrument. Particular emphasis is given to the techniques of strong class teaching. Prerequisite: Music Major or consent. 1 hour.
Credits: 1.00

MUS-234 Woodwind Methods

Laboratory classes in playing and teaching the woodwind instruments. Flute, oboe, clarinet, saxophone, and bassoon are presented with emphasis on class teaching procedures, positions, and tone production, the care and minor repairs of the instruments. Prerequisite: Music major or consent. Offered alternate years. 1 hour.
Credits: 1.00

MUS-235 Brass Methods

Laboratory classes in playing and teaching trumpet, trombone, baritone, French horn and tuba. Emphasis is placed on class teaching procedures, positions, tone production, and embouchure. Prerequisite: Music major or consent. 1 hour. Offered alternative years.
Credits: 1.00

MUS-236 Percussion Methods

Laboratory classes in playing and techniques for teaching, tuning, and care of idiophones, and membranophones. Prerequisite: Music major or consent. 1 hour. Offered alternative years.
Credits: 1.00

MUS-240 Introduction to World Music

Through lecture, discussion, structured listening and participation, students will explore various music cultures throughout the world including those in Japan, Eastern Europe, Latin America, Africa, Indonesia and India. In addition, the course includes an examination of Afro-American and Native American music as well as other less commonly known North American forms and genres. Meets cross-cultural requirement. 3 hours.
Credits: 3.00

MUS-255 Special Topics

See department for course description.
Credits: 1.00

MUS-271 Applied Music: Private Lessons

Private instruction is available on all band and orchestral instruments, piano, organ, guitar, and voice for all University students, whether they are music majors or minors or not, for an additional fee. The fee is waived for music majors and minors up to the number of credits required for their course of study. The _71_72 sequence of courses is proficiency-based using nationally accepted criteria for advancement through the sequence levels. Exact course requirements will be indicated on course syllabi and determined by the instructor to best serve the student's individual needs and experience. Music majors and minors taking private instruction are required to participate in the appropriate large ensemble for their primary instrument; and individual daily practice is required. Lessons are letter graded. Applied Music jury exams are required of all Applied Music students at the end of each semester, except MUS 171. Music majors and minors enrolled in Applied Music courses 271 and higher are required to perform in a Student Performance forum (student recital) each semester. Full-hour weekly lessons, earning one credit hour per semester, are the norm for music majors and minors; but half-hour lessons, earning one credit-hour, are available for a lower fee. Course credit for full-hour or half-hour lessons is based on twelve lessons per semester. See the Music Department Chair for course section assignment when enrolling for Applied Music. Prerequisites: none for 171; 271 and higher require recommendation of the faculty, based on progress demonstrated in the jury exam. 0.5 or 1.0 credit- hours per semester.
Credits: 0.50

MUS-272 Applied Music: Private Lessons

Private instruction is available on all band and orchestral instruments, piano, organ, guitar, and voice for all University students, whether they are music majors or minors or not, for an additional fee. The fee is waived for music majors and minors up to the number of credits required for their course of study. The _71 _72 sequence of courses is proficiency-based using nationally accepted criteria for advancement through the sequence of levels. Exact course requirements will be indicated on course syllabi and determined by the instructor to best serve the student's individual needs and experience. Music majors and minors taking private instruction are required to participate in the appropriate large ensemble for their primary instrument; and individual daily practice is required. Lessons are letter graded. Applied Music jury exams are required of all Applied Music students at the end of each semester, except MUS 171. Music majors and minors enrolled in Applied Music courses 271 and higher are required to perform in a Student Performance forum (student recital) each semester. Full-hour weekly lessons, earning one credit hour per semester, are the norm for music majors and minors; half-hour lessons, earning one-half credit hour, are available for a lower fee. Course credit for full-hour or half-hour lessons is based on twelve lessons per semester. See the Music Department Chair for course section assignment when enrolling for Applied Music. Prerequisite: none for 171; 271 and higher require recommendation of the faculty, based on progress demonstrated in the jury exam. O.5 or 1.0 credit hours per semester. Staff.
Credits: 0.50

MUS-280 Accompanying

A basic study of accompanying technique for both instrumental and vocal literature. The course addresses problems of balance, ensemble, texture, and interpretive style. Prerequisite: Piano major or minor. May be repeated for credit. 1 hour.
Credits: 1.00

MUS-282 Basics of Conducting

Introduction to conducting gestures, movement and basic analysis of scores for both vocal and instrumental ensembles. Students will conduct other musicians with graded verbal and video feedback from the instructor. Prerequisite: MUS-112. This class is a prerequisite for MUS-482 and/or MUS-483. 1 hour. Offered alternate years.
Credits: 1.00

MUS-301 Music in the Elementary School

An examination of techniques and materials for teaching classroom vocal and instrumental music in the elementary school for the prospective music specialist. Emphasis on lesson planning, Orff, Kodaly methods; the rote song, reading-readiness, the reading song, the rhythm program, the listening lesson, and creative music. Observation of music-making in the elementary school classroom and directed teaching. Prerequisite: MUS 112 or consent. 3 hours. Offered alternative years.
Credits: 3.00

MUS-302 Music in Secondary School (choral)

Selection and presentation of vocal music for the high school; conducting skills; examination of typical problems encountered in high school music ensembles; methods and materials for classroom as well as individual teaching; introduction to basic vocal techniques; curriculum development, and organizational practices. Observation. Prerequisite: MUS-212 and MUS-282. 3 hours. Offered alternate years.
Credits: 3.00

MUS-303 Music in Secondary School (instrumental)

Selection and presentation of instrumental music for the high school; conducting skills; examination of typical problems encountered in high school music ensembles; methods and materials for classroom as well as individual teaching; introduction to basic instrumental techniques; curriculum development, and organizational practices. Observation. Prerequisite: MUS 212 and 282 or consent. 3 hours. Offered alternative years.
Credits: 3.00

MUS-310 Orchestration and Arranging

Techniques of scoring and transcribing for various combinations of orchestral and band instruments. Prerequisite: MUS-212. 3 hours. Offered alternate years.
Credits: 3.00

MUS-311 Counterpoint

Intensive studies in contrapuntal techniques and styles, species and modal, as they developed in music history. Prerequisite: MUS-212. 3 hours. Offered on an arrangement basis.
Credits: 3.00

MUS-321 Music History: Antiquity to 1585

A study of musical development beginning in Ancient Greece and including Medieval, Renaissance, and early Baroque periods. Attention will also be given to the relationship among music, the visual arts, and historical events. Prerequisite: MUS 111 or consent. 3 hours. Offered Fall semester alternate years.
Credits: 3.00

MUS-322 Music History: 1585-1809

A study of works from the early Baroque to the late Classic. The approach will be similar to that described for MUS-321. Prerequisite: MUS-111. 3 hours. Offered Fall semester alternate years.
Credits: 3.00

MUS-323 Music History: Classic/Romantic

A study of works from the late Classic, though the Romantic to the early 20th century. The approach will be similar to that described for MUS-321 Prerequisite: MUS-112. 3 hours. Offered alternate years.
Credits: 3.00

MUS-324 Music History: The 20th Century

Surveys the major trends in twentieth-century compositional thought and practice: chromatic tonality, atonality, serialism, neo-classicism, nationalism, avant-gardism, etc. Emphasis will be on various composers, approaches to the problems of tonal language. Prerequisite: MUS 112 or consent. 3 hours. Offered alternate years.
Credits: 3.00

MUS-326 Song Literature

Surveys the development of the art song, beginning with the troubadour and the trouvere songs of the 13th century and extending through contemporary techniques in the genre. Score study and in-class performance required. An elective course for vocal performance majors/minors. Prerequisite: MUS-272 and MUS-323, MUS-324. 3 hours. Offered Fall semester alternate years.
Credits: 3.00

MUS-341 Music in World Religions

This course will explore the use of music as an important expression of spiritual engagement. Students will engage in an examination of the various liturgical and musical practices found in five primary world religions including: Christianity, Judaism, Islam, Hinduism and Buddhism. The course will examine how music is used to enhance liturgy, "engage the mind and move the heart" of participants in worship. ENGW 201 and a basic ability to follow musical notation recommended. 3 credits.
Credits: 3.00

MUS-351 Diction for Singers

An introduction to International Phonetic Alphabet and its application to the pronunciation of English, Italian, German, French, and Ecclesiastical Latin. A required course for vocal performance majors. Prerequisite: MUS 171 and 172 or consent. 1 hour. Offered Spring semester alternate years.
Credits: 1.00

MUS-355 Special Topics

See department for course description.
Credits: 1.00

MUS-371 Applied Music: Private Lessons

Private instruction is available on all band and orchestral instruments, piano organ, guitar, and voice for all University students, whether they are music majors or minors or not, for an additional fee. The fee is waived for music majors and minors up to the number of credits required for their course of study. The _71 _71 sequence of courses is proficiency-based using nationally accepted criteria for advancement through the sequence of levels. Exact course requirements will be indicated on course syllabi and determined by the instructor to best serve the student's individual needs and experience. Music majors and minors taking private instruction are required to participate in the appropriate large ensembles for their primary instrument; and individual daily practice is required. Lessons are letter graded. Applied Music jury exams are required of all Applied Music students at the end of each semester, except MUS 171. Music majors and minors enrolled in Applied Music courses 271 and higher are required to perform in a Student Performance forum (student recital) each semester. Full-hour weekly lessons, earning one credit hour per semester, are the norm for music majors and minors; but half-hour lessons, earning one credit-hour, are available for a lower fee. Course credit for full-hour or half-hour lessons is based on twelve lessons per semester. See the Music Department Chair for course section assignment when enrolling for Applied Music. Prerequisites: none for 171; 271 and higher require recommendation of the faculty, based on progress demonstrated in the jury exam. O.5 or 1.0 credit- hours per semester.
Credits: 0.50

MUS-372 Applied Music: Private Lessons

Private instruction is available on all band and orchestral instruments, piano, organ, guitar, and voice for all University students, whether they are music majors or minors or not, for an additional fee. The fee is waived for music majors and minors up to the number of credits required for their course of study. The _71 _72 sequence of courses is proficiency-based using nationally accepted criteria for advancement through the sequence of levels. Exact course requirements will be indicated on course syllabi and determined by the instructor to best serve the student's individual needs and experience. Music majors and minors taking private instruction are required to participate in the appropriate large ensemble for their primary instrument; and individual daily practice is required. Lessons are letter graded. Applied Music jury exams are required of all Applied Music students at the end of each semester, except MUS 171. Music majors and minors enrolled in Applied Music courses 271 and higher are required to perform in a Student Performance forum (student recital) each semester. Full-hour weekly lessons, earning one credit hour per semester, are the norm for music majors and minors; but half-hour lessons, earning one-half credit hour, are available for a lower fee. Course credit for full-hour or half-hour lessons is based on twelve lessons per semester. See the Music Department Chair for course section assignment when enrolling for Applied Music. Prerequisites: none for 171;271 and higher require recommendation of the faculty, based on progress demonstrated in the jury exam. 0.5 or 1.0 credit hours per semester. Staff.
Credits: 0.50

MUS-394 Junior Recital

Candidates for the degree of Bachelor of Music in Performance Studies are required to research and perform one-half of a recital (one-half hour minimum). This course is also open to other majors and to qualified non-majors enrolled in Performance Studies. 1 hour per semester.
Credits: 1.00

MUS-395 Independent Study

Independent study.
Credits: 1.00

MUS-411 Composition

Techniques of composition and arranging for various combinations of instruments and voices. Prerequisites: MUS 212 or consent. May be repeated for no credit. 3 hours.
Credits: 3.00

MUS-427 History of the Cantata & Oratorio

Examines the primary cantata and oratorio repertoire through in-depth analysis, listening, and concert attendance. Both sacred and secular works will be examined, beginning with examples from the 16th century and extending through 20th century works in the idiom. An elective class for music majors/minors. Offered by arrangement. Prerequisite: MUS 112, 323, 324, or consent. 3 hours.
Credits: 3.00

MUS-428 History of Opera

A comprehensive study tracing the development of opera and music drama through analysis, listening, and performance attendance. The course will concentrate on works beginning with Claudio Monteverdi and continue through modern innovations in the genre. An elective class for music majors/ minors. Offered Fall semester alternate years. Prerequisites: MUS 112, 323, 324 or consent. 3 hours.
Credits: 3.00

MUS-471 Applied Music: Private Lessons

Private instruction is available on all band and orchestral instruments, piano, organ, guitar, and voice for all University students, whether they are music majors or minors or not, for an additional fee. The fee is waived for music majors and minors up to the number of credits required for their course of study. The _71 _72 sequence of courses is proficiency-based using nationally accepted criteria for advancement through the sequence of levels. Exact course requirements will be indicated on course syllabi and determined by the instructor to best serve the student's individual needs and experience. Music majors and minors taking private instruction are required to participate in the appropriate large group ensemble for their primary instrument; and individual daily practice is required. Lessons are letter graded. Applied Music jury exams are required of all Applied Music students at the end of each semester, except MUS 171. Music majors and minors enrolled in Applied Music courses 271 and higher are required to perform in a Student Performance forum (student recital) each semester. Full-hour weekly lessons, earning one credit hour per semester, are the norm for music majors and minors; but half-hour lessons, earning one credit-hour are available for a lower fee. Course credit for full-hour or half-hour lessons is based twelve lessons per semester. See the Music Department Chair for course section assignment when enrolling for Applied Music. Prerequisite: none for 171;271 and higher require recommendation of the faculty, based on progress demonstrated in the jury exam. 0.5 or 1.0 credit-hours per semester.
Credits: 0.50

MUS-472 Applied Music: Private Lessons

Private instruction is available on all band and orchestral instruments, piano, organ, guitar, and voice for all University students, whether they are music majors or minors or not, for an additional fee. The fee is waived for music majors and minors up to the number of credits required for their course of study. The _71 _72 sequence of courses is proficiency-based using nationally accepted criteria for advancement through the sequence of levels. Exact course requirements will be indicated on course syllabi and determined by the instructor to best serve the student's individual needs and experience. Music majors and minors taking private instruction are required to participate in the appropriate large ensemble for their primary instrument; and individual daily practice is required. Lessons are letter graded. Applied Music jury exams are required of all Applied Music students at the end of each semester, except MUS 171. Music majors and minors enrolled in Applied Music courses 271 and higher are required to perform in a Student Performance forum (student recital) each semester. Full-hour weekly lessons, earning one credit hour per semester, are the norm for music majors and minors; but half-hour lessons, earning one-half credit hour, are available for a lower fee. Course credit for full-hour or half-hour lessons is based on twelve lessons per semester. See the Music Department Chair for course section assignment when enrolling for Applied Music. Prerequisites: none for 171; 271 and higher require recommendation of the faculty, based on progress demonstrated in the jury exam. 0.5 or 1.0 credit hours per semester. Staff.
Credits: 0.50

MUS-475 Internship

See department for details.
Credits: 1.00

MUS-482 Instrumental Conducting

A detailed study of conducting techniques and instrumental rehearsal procedures. The approach will be through music analysis, and will include beat patterns, body movements, and baton technique. Students will work with instrumental ensembles and conduct a work in concert. Prerequisite: MUS-212, MUS-282. Offered alternate years.
Credits: 2.00

MUS-483 Choral Conducting

A study of conducting techniques and choral rehearsal procedures to include the teaching of vocal production, breathing, diction, basic musicianship, and performance. Choral literature for ensembles of various age groups and experience will also be examined. In-class conducting and observation of choral performances. Score study. Prerequisite: MUS-212, MUS 282. Concurrent enrollment in a Pacific University choral ensemble is required. 2 hours. Offered alternate years.
Credits: 2.00

MUS-490 Introduction to Vocal Pedagogy

Laboratory classes in singing and teaching of voice. Emphasis is placed on class teaching procedures, tone production, and healthy singing techniques. Offered Spring semester alternate years. 2 hours.
Credits: 2.00

MUS-491 Piano Pedagogy

Provides pianists with the skills to teach reading, techniques, and basic musical expression to beginning, intermediate, or advanced piano students. Prerequisite: piano major or minor. 2 hours.
Credits: 2.00

MUS-494 Senior Recital

Candidates for the degree of Bachelor of Music: Performance emphasis are required to research and perform a full-length public recital of music (one hour minimum) from various periods during their senior year. Open to other students enrolled in Applied Music only with approval of the Music Department. Corequisite: concurrent enrollment in MUS-471 or MUS-472. 2 hours.
Credits: 2.00

MUS-495 Music Capstone

The culminating event in undergraduate music study, Music Capstone is typically a half recital, meeting requirements similar to those of MUS 494. In consultation with the Music faculty, other formats such as lecture-recital, demonstrations, composition, or written thesis may be acceptable. Prerequisites: Senior standing. Corequisite: Concurrent enrollment in MUS 471 or 472. 2 hours.
Credits: 2.00

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