University of Denver

Course Descriptions

MUAC 3002 Theory III: Form and Analysis

Analysis of structural elements of stylistic features in solo, chamber, orchestral literature from 1600 to present. Prerequisite(s): MUAC 1001.
4 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 3005 Post-Tonal Theory and Analysis: Set-Theory and Serialism 

This course has two components: (1) A study of selected analytical techniques for post-tonal music, primarily pitch-class set theory and twelve-tone (serial) theory; (2) Analysis of representative works from the twentieth century, focusing on the music from the first half of the century (Schoenberg, Berg, Webern, Stravinsky, and Bartok). Six credits of Theory 2 or permission of instructor required.
4 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 3010, 3011, 3012 Tonal Counterpoint

18th century counterpoint using J.S. Bach as model, with two- and three-part fugue writing.
4 qtr. hrs. each

MUAC 3020, 3021, 3022 Basic Composition

Student composition of music appropriate to individual interest, technique and understanding; variety of genres and forms.
2 qtr. hrs. each

MUAC 3023 Rhythm and Meter in Tonal Music

This course gives a general background, including the history of rhythm and meter, different rythmic analyses, and various topics (dissonance, ambiguity, Schenker, motives, biology, and perception).
4 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 3030 Seminar in Performance Psychology

Most musicians encounter at one time or another the thorny problem of performance anxiety. Course offers practical strategies for handling "stage fright" through reading, discussion and in-class performance opportunities.
2 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 3040, 3041, 3042 Recording Technology

A study of sound reinforcement and recording techniques as they have evolved and are currently applied in the commercial music industry.
4 qtr. hrs. each

MUAC 3045 Introduction to Studio Recording

A hands-on introduction to recording popular music in the state of the art Lamont Recording Studio. Students will participate in pre-production and recording of a professional four-piece rock band. Students will also learn basic audio theory as it applies to the use of microphones, signal processing and other studio equipment. Topics to be covered: drum sounds, guitar and bass sounds, basic audio theory and acoustics, basic electricity, digital recording, microphones and DI’s, signal routing in the studio, tracking with ProTools HD and Logic Pro7, equalization, dynamics, reverberation and delay, special effects, mixing to stereo.
3 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 3055, 3056, 3057 Commercial Composition and Arranging

Basics of orchestration, arranging and composition combined with electronic production techniques and writing for studio orchestra to produce imaginary theme songs for movies, television series and evening news shows.
2 qtr. hrs. each.

MUAC 3058 Studio Recording II

Audio production techniques for recording rock and jazz music in the multi-track studio using ProTools software.
4 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 3059 Introduction to Studio Recording

Introduction to studio recording techniques. Prerequisite: Completion of MUAC 3061 and instructor's permission.
4 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 3060 Extra-Musical Roles—Music Director

Under the supervision and guidance of the Director of Orchestral Studies, students will gain hands-on, actual experience with many of the non-musical tasks, with which conductors are faced. These experiences will include managing orchestra personnel, librarian activities, running auditions, and recruiting. Open only to artist diploma in orchestral conducting students.
1 qtr. hr.

MUAC 3061, 3062, 3063 Theory III: Electronic Music Technology

Intensive study of equipment and techniques of electronic music, including history and evolution of electronic instruments and their effect on modern musical trends.
4 qtr. hrs. each

MUAC 3064 Classical/Surround Production

Classical music production techniques and surround recording.
4 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 3065 Sound for Picture

Applied instruction in recording sound for video/film, television and multimedia. Prerequisite: completion of MUAC 3064 and instructor’s permission.
4 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 3066 Audio Production Seminar

4 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 3080 Coaching: Art Song and Opera

1 qtr. hr.

MUAC 3102, 3103, 3104 Opera Stage Direction

3 qtr. hrs. each

MUAC 3105 Studies in Style: Movement, Mannerisms, Gesture and Physical Comedy

The exploration of period styles in theatrical and historical genres will be introduced to broaden the singer/actor's repertoire of physical gesture and comedic forms of stage movement. The focus of this course will include studies in rhythm, timing, pacing, musicality and lyricism as these elements apply to heightened expressivity within scene work, character development and ensemble performance. Considerable time will be devoted to the physical practice of related skills as preparation and facilitation of performance projects which will serve as an opportunity for peer observation, group discussion and commentarym and student assessment.
3 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 3106 The Dynamic Body: Foundations in Movement Methods and Body Awareness Principles

An introduction to fundamental body awareness principles in relationship to physical performance skills for vocal performance majors. Methods for heightening kinesthetic awareness will be learned in the form of movement explorations, improvisations, structure, and learned phrases to gain somatic insight into the performer's sense of verticality in all places and dimensions of space. The concepts of the body in motion will be a primary context and focus for the progression of studies or 'etudes', and for the reflective and analytical processes that include observation, journaling, discussion and peer commentary. Studio activities in solo, partnering, and group work will further the student's knowledge of how to become more responsive, expressive, and communicative when interacting with the surrounding environment and with others. Integrated with the body-mind practice and theoretical study, students will be encouraged to inquire, examine and articulate possible philosophies regarding why the mastery of the performer's physical body requires an essential sense of discipline which is cultivated in the performing arts; and how the somatic practices being investigated can serve his/her performance presence and support one's vocal training and health for the long-term.
2 qtr. hrs. MUAC 3120 Seminar in Music Theory

Practical application of harmonic (written and aural) materials of 18th, 19th, early 20th centuries. Creative projects and harmonic analysis required. Summer session only.
4 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 3124 Composition Seminar

Composition Seminar focuses on the reading and performance of modern scores by Lamont and recognized composers. Any student composing music, or student wishing to perform new compositions, may register and participate. Requirements for composers include the completion, rehearsal and performance of a piece of music at the New Music Ensemble concert each quarter. Noncomposers are required to rehearse and perform at the New Music Ensemble concert. Composers enrolled in the ensemble may be required to play on compositions submitted as well.
1 qtr. hr.

3134 Music in Film

This course examines the image (and self-image) of the musician as depicted in film and short story. Class discussion and papers explore several themes, including marginalization, competition, talent, "calling," race and class identification.
3 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 3135 MIDI Music Production Workshop

2 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 3149 Commercial Music Law

3 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 3159 Composition and Electronic Equipment

3 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 3161 Topics in 21st Century Opera and Musical Theatre

Through the close study of particular 20th century operas and musicals, this course will consider such issues as opera and film, musicals as a business, feminist criticism of opera librettos, the personal politics of opera. In addition to assigned excerpts, students will view three complete works during the quarter. Primary and secondary source readings will serve as the texts for the course.
4 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 3165 Music Theater Survey

A historical overview of the American Broadway musical, performance technique, audition preparation and repertoire. Must be prepared to sing and perform.
1 qtr. hr.

MUAC 3196 Advanced Composition Tutorial

4 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 3200 Recitative in Opera and Oratorio

The fluid singing of recitative in German, English, Italian and French are explored and practiced in this class. Students harmonically analyze examples, add ornamentation and perform recitative with a knowledge of the translation and emotional content.
2 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 3203 Piano Maintenance

1 qtr. hr.

MUAC 3240, 3241 Voice Pedagogy

Psychological and physical aspects of teaching of singing.
3 qtr. hrs. each

MUAC 3439 Teaching Note Reading: A Suzuki Approach

Covers the beginning steps necessary to teach a child how to read music in both treble and bass clefs, using the Suzuki approach.
2 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 3463, 3464, 3465 Suzuki Cello Seminar I

Comprehensive study of the early books of the Suzuki Cello School, including philosophy, repertoire, technique and observation.
2 qtr. hrs. each

MUAC 3460, 3461, 3462 Suzuki Cello Practicum

Provides the opportunity to teach and observe Suzuki cello students in both private and group situations under the supervision of the instructor. May be repeated for credit.
1 qtr. hr. each

MUAC 3466, 3467, 3468 Suzuki Cello Seminar II

Comprehensive study of the late books of the Suzuki Cello School, including philosophy, repertoire, technique and observation.
2 qtr. hrs. each

MUAC 3470, 3471, 3472 Suzuki Violin Seminar I

Comprehensive study of the early books of the Suzuki Violin School, including philosophy, repertoire, technique and observation.
2 qtr. hrs. each

MUAC 3472, 3473, 3474 Suzuki Violin Seminar II

Comprehensive study of the late books of the Suzuki Violin School, including philosophy, repertoire, technique and observation.
2 qtr. hrs. each

MUAC 3477, 3478, 3479 Suzuki Violin Practicum

Provides the opportunity to teach and observe Suzuki violin students in both private and group situations under the supervision of the instructor. May be repeated for credit.
1 qtr. hr. each

MUAC 3480 Topics in the History of the Orchestra

Explores the history and repertory of the orchestra, from the 17th century to the present. Focus will be on recent and important scholarly approaches. The course will conclude with individual research projects and presentations, on topics you choose and develop.
4 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 3486 Philosophical and Social Scientific Perspectives on Music

Human musical behaviors as understood from philosophical, psychological, sociological and developmental perspectives; applications to the professional work of musicians.
2 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 3492 History of Opera

Surveys the history of opera from the invention of the genre (c. 1600) to the present. In addition to assigned excerpts, students will view two complete operas during the quarter. Primary and secondary source readings will supplement the required text and class lectures.
4 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 3493 Approaches to American Popular Music

Explores a number of topics involved in the study of popular music, including tensions between analytical and cultural approaches; issues of race, class and gender; and constructions of authenticity and personae. Listening and reading will be wide-ranging, encompassing diverse styles. The course will conclude with individual research projects and presentations, on topics you will choose and develop.
4 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 3502 Gender and Genre in World Music

How are concepts of "maleness," "femaleness" and other gendered categories constructed, maintained, and contested through musical performance? This course examines the issues explored and debated in recent studies of gender relation to music of various cultures including western arts, music, popular music, and other world genres. We focus on reading and discussion of ethno-musicological and anthropological ethnographies, musicological studies focusing on gender and theoretical writings from gender and women's studies. Lectures and discussions are supplemented by guest lecture-demonstrations, film/video screenings and hands-on workshops. Sophomores can register with instructor approval.
4 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 3511 Mahler and Musical Culture

Explores Gustav Mahler's life, historical context and music, all in relation to one another. The focus is on recent and important scholarly approaches to this conductor and composer. Concludes with individual research projects and presentations, on topics you will choose and develop.
4 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 3512 Stories of Music History

Explores case studies in which 'conventional wisdom' about a composer, a repertory or a period of time turns out to be not universally 'true,' but instead contingent on cultural context and changing ideologies about music. Course concludes with individual research projects and presentations, on topics you will choose and develop.
4 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 3513 Wagner and Ideology of the Artwork

We will explore Richard Wagner's music dramas particularly the Ring operas, as well as theories and ideologies surrounding them. The focus will be on recent and important scholarly approaches. The course will conclude with individual research projects and presentations, on topics students will choose and develop.
4 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 3520 Topics in Baroque Music and Performance Practice

Through the study of selected works by Monteverdi, Vivaldi, Corelli, Handel and Bach, this course considers various performance practice issues, including "authenticity" in performance, staging baroque opera, ornamentation, continuo realization and editing early music. Facsimile editions and primary and secondary source readings will serve as texts for the course.
4 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 3521 Topics in World Music

Explores topics in and perspectives relating to world music. The focus will be on recent and important scholarly approaches to ethnomusicology. Course concludes with individual fieldwork projects and presentations, on topics you will choose and develop.
4 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 3530 Reading Carmen

Students examine closely and from a variety of critical perspectives Prosper Merimée's novella Carmen, George Bizet's opera (libretto by Henri Meilhac and Ludovic Halévy) and three films that incorporate the Carmen narrative and Bizet's music in some fashion—Francesco Rossi's Carmen, Carlos Saura's flamenco Carmen and Otto Preminger's film version of Oscar Hammerstein II's musical, Carmen Jones. Students will 1) analyze and discuss the narrative and musical strategies used in these works; 2) summarize and assess critically the assigned scholarly discussions of these works, and 3) using both assigned readings and outside sources, will develop and articulate in oral and written form their own interpretive and comparative readings of these works.
4 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 3535 Musics of the African Diaspora

How have African music-cultures changes in their transitions to new lands? What performative Africanisms have been retained, reconstructed and/or highlighted in the aftermath of legal slavery? And within newer Afro-diasporic communities? What role does musical transmission play in cultural retention and survival? This course will explore the connections and differences in musical practice and worldview throughout the African diaspora. We focus primarily on music-cultures of North, South, and Central America, and the Caribbean, examining traditional forms of music and dance associated with religion and ritual such as Afro-Cuban bata drumming, practices which fuse music and movement such as Afro-Brazilian capoeira, jazz, and popular musics such as rap. Lectures and class discussions are supplemented by guest lecture-demonstrations, film/video screenings and hands-on workships. This course is not open to freshmen. Sophomores with permission of instructor.
4 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 3540 Mozart and the Classical Age

Studies Mozart and his music within the context of 18th-century musical practice and the circumstances of his life and temperament. Mozart's correspondence will provide a partial framework for this study.
4 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 3541 Mozart's Piano Concertos

Cultural context, stylistic sources, stylistic development, meaning, and performance issues with regard to Mozart's 30 works in the piano concerto genre. Principles for the creation of stylistic cadenzas, lean-ins, embellishments, "white-spot" fill-ins, and basso continuo realizations. Considerations of means for integration aspects of the concertos' original cultural context into performance for twenty-first-century pianists, orchestral players, and their listeners. Course is designed for both pianists and non-pianists and can be taken by graduate students and upper-division undergradute students.
4 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 3545 Making of Romantic Music: Paris and Leipzig in the 1830s

With a view to identifying the various interdisciplinary factors that led to the making of Romantic music, this course focuses on musical life in Paris and Leipzig in the 1830s. Specific attention is paid to the music of Chopin, Berlioz, Mendelssohn, and Robert and Clara Schumann.
4 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 3550 J.S. Bach

Music of Bach, including chronological development, form and style, studied against background of baroque musical practice and circumstances of Bach’s life and temperament.
4 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 3570 Beethoven

An in-depth examination of Beethoven's life and works.
4 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 3578, 3579 Theory III: Advanced Composition

Advanced composition with students composing works of large scope and using a variety of advanced techniques consistent with interests and abilities; emphasis on imagination and originality of personal expression. Prerequisite: Theory III: Basic Composition or instructor’s permission.
2 qtr. hrs. each

MUAC 3580 Advanced Composition Tutorial

Composition on advanced level, composing works of large scope using a variety of advanced techniques consistent with interests and abilities; emphasis on imagination and originality of personal expression. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite(s): MUAC 3002 (1, 2, 3).
4 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 3581 Music Aesthetics and Criticism

Study of writings in music aesthetics and criticism, concert attendance, critiques. Maximum enrollment 8; instructor’s permission.
4 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 3590 History of the Guitar

4 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 3591, 3592 Classical Guitar—History, Literature and Pedagogy

3 qtr. hrs. each

MUAC 3596 The Avant Garde: Music Since 1945

Historical and analytical study of forms and styles since 1945.
4 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 3600 The Evolution of Rock

Chronologically traces history of rock 'n' roll from early myriad influences to current trends; roots and emergence of rock, '50s style, transition to early '60s, Beatles, British invasion, folk music and folk rock, soul and Motown, San Francisco jazz rock, art rock, '70s, '80s. Local bands brought in to perform various styles; guest speakers amplify study with reminiscences of experiences in world of rock 'n' roll. Summer session only.
5 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 3650 Orchestral Excerpts—Cello

This course explores excerpts from the standard orchestral literature, highlighting favorite audition materials of the major symphony orchestras. Students are given a list of excerpts and coached on how to prepare them. They participate in mock auditions and receive feedback. This course also addresses the mental aspects involved in taking successful auditions and the expectations demanded of them in the professional world of orchestras.
4 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 3655 Orchestral Excerpts—Bass

This course explores excerpts from the standard orchestral literature, highlighting favorite audition materials of the major symphony orchestras. Students are given a list of excerpts and coached on how to prepare them. They participate in mock auditions and receive feedback. This course also addresses the mental aspects involved in taking successful auditions and the expectations demanded of them in the professional world of orchestras.
4 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 3660 Orchestral Excerpts—Violin

This course explores excerpts from the standard orchestral literature, highlighting favorite audition materials of the major symphony orchestras. Students are given a list of excerpts and coached on how to prepare them. They participate in mock auditions and receive feedback. This course also addresses the mental aspects involved in taking successful auditions and the expectations demanded of them in the professional world of orchestras.
4 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 3665 Orchestral Excerpts—Viola

This course explores excerpts from the standard orchestral literature, highlighting favorite audition materials of the major symphony orchestras. Students are given a list of excerpts and coached on how to prepare them. They participate in mock auditions and receive feedback. This course also addresses the mental aspects involved in taking successful auditions and the expectations demanded of them in the professional world of orchestras.
4 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 3680 Topics in Renaissance Music

Sacred and secular instrumental and vocal music of era, study of documents, scores and readings. Prerequisite(s): see note above.
4 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 3682 Topics—Orchestral Repertoire

We explore the history of the orchestra and some of its core literature, from the 18th century to the present, by examining a number of topics and issues. The focus is on recent and important scholarly approaches. The course concludes with individual research projects and presentations on topics you will choose and develop.
4 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 3683 Chamber Music Literature

Examination of chamber music from Baroque trio sonata to contemporary electronic works; emphasis on analysis of selected masterworks. Prerequisite(s): see note above.
4 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 3684 Choral Literature

This course offers a study of Western choral literature from Gregorian chant to contemporary compositions. Research focuses on the evolution of styles and analysis of specific choral works of historical significance. Programming and performance practice considerations are also addressed.
4 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 3698 Carillon History and Mechanics

A survey of the evolution of signal bells into the musical instrument known as the carillon. This subject is often called "campanology." The history will be traced from the 16th century in the Low Countries through modern times in Europe, North America, Australia/New Zealand and Japan. Topics will include bell foundries, bell casting and tuning, bell chambers, playing actions, carillonneurs, carillon schools, carillon organizations, the use of the carillon in its various regions and basic carillon maintenance.
4 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 3700 Carillon Repertoire

A survey of the music expressly produced for carillon from the earliest times through the present. Categories include automatic music (i.e. De Sany, Wyckaert, Eggert), the earliest compositions for manual play (Van den Gheyn and Louvain manuscripts of the 18th century), and the 20th century categories: Flemish, Dutch, French and North American. Mainstream publishers as well as incidental publications will be covered. The labs will focus on analysis through recordings and live performances by participants.
4 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 3737–3757 Pedagogy and Repertoire

Teaching techniques, survey of literature, and teaching materials for following. 4 qtr. hrs. each for 2 quarters

• MUAC 3704 Tuba
• MUAC 3707 Horn
• MUAC 3711 Trombone
• MUAC 3714 Violin
• MUAC 3717 Percussion
• MUAC 3720 Jazz
• MUAC 3723 Guitar
• MUAC 3726 Viola
• MUAC 3729 Cello
• MUAC 3732 Double Bass
• MUAC 3735 Harp
• MUAC 3738 Organ
• MUAC 3741 Trumpet
• MUAC 3744 Accordion
• MUAC 3747 Flute
• MUAC 3750 Clarinet
• MUAC 3753 Saxophone
• MUAC 3756 Oboe
• MUAC 3759 Bassoon

MUAC 3765 Professional Brass Techniques

This course will be divided into a lecture/seminar for two hours and performance practicum for two hours. Topics discussed and performed include: Orchestral playing, sight reading, practice, solo performance, jazz survival, ornamentation, transposition, warm-up/maintenance routine.
4 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 3801 Introduction to Schenkerian Analysis

4 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 3810, 3811, 3812 Voice Repertoire

Styles, periods and traditions of vocal repertoire from earliest music to contemporary compositions.
2 qtr. hrs. each

MUAC 3822, 3823, 3824 Piano Repertoire

Performance and analysis.
4 qtr. hrs. each

MUAC 3830, 3831, 3832 Theory III: Jazz and Commercial Music Orchestration and Arranging

Writing for small and large jazz groups; accompaniment skills; writing for live performance versus writing for recorded performance.
4 qtr. hrs. each

MUAC 3840 Jazz and Commercial Arranging

Writing for small and large jazz groups; accompaniment skills; writing for live performance versus writing for recorded performance. Prerequisite: MUAC 3830.
2 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 3841, 3842, 3843 Jazz and Commercial History and Repertoire

Writing for small and large jazz groups; accompaniment skills; writing for live performance versus writing for recorded performance. Prerequisite: MUAC 3830.
4 qtr. hrs. each

MUAC 3850 Rhythm Section Techniques

2 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 3860 Theory III: Basic Jazz Improvisation

The study of jazz improvisation techniques and forms. Open to music majors or by instructor’s permission.
4 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 3870, 3871, 3872 Theory III: Jazz Improvisation and Composition

Improvisational styles of major jazz soloists studied through transcription and analysis of selected recorded jazz solos, scales, modes; rhythmic styles and devices; practice and development of individual student’s improvisational technique. Prerequisite(s): MUAC 1001 (1, 2, 3).
4 qtr. hrs. each

MUAC 3875 Commercial Music Sight-Reading

2 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 3890, 3891, 3892 Jazz Composition

Composition in jazz idiom with students composing music appropriate to their technique and understanding; includes writing for various sized groups and in various jazz forms.
2 qtr. hrs. each

MUAC 3910 Theory III: Orchestration

Techniques of instrumental scoring.
4 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 3921 Advanced Orchestration

Individual instruments, their ranges, technical and stylistic characteristics, combining instruments in small group arrangements, moving toward arranging (scoring) for full orchestra and/or band. Prerequisites: 3910.
2 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 3929 Tutorials—Theoretical Topics

1-5 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 3930 Advanced Jazz Composition

Compositional jazz idiom with students composing works of large scope and using a variety of advanced techniques; emphasis on imagination and originality. Prerequisites: MUAC 3890, 3891, 3892.
2 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 3932 Theory III: Analysis of 20th Century Choral Literature

Theoretical course describing and defining structure and style. Selected literature will be read, heard, analyzed, discussed and evaluated.
4 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 3950 Workshop in Advanced Ear Training

Intensive application of procedures involving dictation and sight singing. Two-, three-, four-voiced examples emphasized. Summer session only.
4 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 3955 Theory III: Advanced Aural Skills

In this course, students acquire advanced rhythmic, melodic and harmonic aural skills through a combination of listening exercises, sight singing and performing on their own instruments. Material for study includes atonal melody and harmony, complex rhythmic patterns, advanced exercises in traditional tonal patterns, and performance issues. Prerequisite: MUAC 1002, 1021 or equivalent.
4 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 3959 Movement and Expression for Conductors

Conductors use their whole body to communicate and elicit successful performances from their ensemble. If you have unneccessary tension or lack of ease in your body, this is communicated unconsciously to your ensemble, hindering quality of performance. Additionally, physical tension can prevent your ability to communicate and think clearly under pressure. This course is an exploration of freedom of movement and the physicality of musical expression. Classes will include group activities in free-movement, dance, acting, keeping your cool, poise, balance, tension release, as well as hands-on instruction applying Alexander Technique to your conducting.
2 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 3960 Advanced Orchestral Conducting

Discussions of and exercises in score study, interpretation, and techniques associated with orchestral conducting. Includes practical experience conducting orchestral repertoire. Required of MM conducting students with choral or wind concentrations. Open to other students with permission of instructor. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor (not needed for MM conducting students with choral or wind concentration).
2 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 3961 Advanced Choral Conducting

Conducting complex choral works, including those with instrumental accompaniment; phrasing, interpretation and score reading. Prerequisite: MUAC 2940.
2 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 3962 Advanced Wind Conducting

Conducting complex wind compositions; phrasing interpretation and score reading. Prerequisite: MUAC 2970.
2 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 3963 Acting and Movement for Conductors

The conducting student will learn acting and movement techniques in conjunction with the fall quarter opera class MUEN 3710. For the first half of the quarter, students attend the opera class sessions. During the second half of the quarter, students propose and complete a project that ties in the concepts and practical training from the opera class with the student’s own conducting studies. The project is completed in consultation with the student’s private conducting teacher. This course is restricted to conducting majors. It is required of MM orchestral and wind conducting majors.
4 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 3950 Workshop in Advanced Ear Training

Intensive application of procedures involving dictation and sight singing. Two-, three-, four-voiced examples emphasized. Summer session only.
1-5 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 3960 Advanced Orchestral Conducting

Discussions of and exercises in score study, interpretation and techniques associated with orchestral conducting. Includes practical experience conducting orchestral repertoire. Required of MM conducting students with choral or wind concentrations. Open to other students with permission of instructor. Prerequisite: permission of instructor (not needed for MM conducting students with choral or wind concentration). Fall quarter only.
2 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 3961 Advanced Choral Conducting

Discussions of and exercises in score study, interpretation and techniques associated with choral conducting. Includes practical experience conducting choral repertoire. Conducting complex choral works, including those with instrumental accompaniment; phrasing, interpretation, score reading. Winter quarter only. Prerequisite(s): MUAC 2940.
2 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 3962 Advanced Wind Conducting

Discussions of and exercises in score study, interpretation and techniques associated with wind conducting. Includes practical experience conducting wind repertoire. Conducting complex wind compositions; phrasing, interpretation, score reading. Spring quarter only. Prerequisite(s): MUAC 2970.
2 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 3970, 3971, 3972 Jazz Arranging

Sophisticated techniques of writing for jazz groups; study and analysis of composers. Prerequisites: MUAC 3830, 3840, 3841, 3842 or instructor’s permission.
2 qtr. hrs. each

MUAC 3980, 3981, 3982 Advanced Jazz Arranging

A three-term sequence continuing the in-depth study of the theory, performance practices, style, and history of jazz improvisation and composition. Prerequisite: satisfactory completion of the three terms of Jazz Improvisation and Composition or consent of the instructor.
4 qtr. hrs. each

MUAC 3988 Study Abroad Resident Credit

0–18 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 3990 Internship in Music

"Internship in Music" will offer opportunities for music majors to experience actual music related careers within a sponsoring music organization chosen by the student and accepted by the supervising faculty of the School of Music.
1–8 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 3991 Independent Study

1-10 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 3993 Philosophical, Social Scientific and Career Perspectives on Music

Undergraduate capstone course for music majors covering: 1) philosophical and social scientific studies of music as a human cultural phenomenon; 2) the use of that knowledge in envisioning ways to preserve and develop the musical lives of cultures; and 3) a comprehensive and practical understanding of the wide variety of professional opportunities available to musicians.
4 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 4000, 4003 Introduction to Graduate Study

Problems of research in various chronological epochs of Western musical culture; research techniques and sources used in research; formal writing style.
2 qtr. hrs. each

MUAC 4010, 4012, 4013 Pedagogy of Theory

Materials, devices, techniques of teaching music theory.
2 qtr. hrs. each

MUAC 4020 Introduction to Research in Music Education

Foundations in measurement and evaluation of musical behaviors and understanding, using, designing primary research projects in music education.
2 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 4050, 4051, 4052 Major Advanced Repertoire: Guitar

Bibliographical survey of materials related to particular repertoire chosen by student for MM recital in preparation for major written project at end of year.
2 qtr. hrs. each

MUAC 4060, 4061, 4062 Seminar in Composition

Composing of works of large scope for a variety of instrumental and vocal combinations; exhibiting a command of advanced techniques.
4 qtr. hrs. each

MUAC 4081, 4082, 4083 Seminar in Jazz Composition

4 qtr. hrs. each

MUAC 4090 Model Composition

Students in this course deepen their understanding of musical styles and techniques by composing works that imitate major composers before 1900. Music by each student is performed in a final recital. Prerequisite: Tonal Counterpoint, equivalent course work from another institution, or permission of instructor.
4 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 4100, 4101, 4102 Vocal Literature

Intensive study and survey of vocal literature; historical development, compositional techniques, performance practices.
2 qtr. hrs. each

MUAC 4200 Diction for Graduate Voice Majors

This course is designed to help refine the diction skills of graduate students in voice, with an emphasis on Italian, French and German. If time permits, a cursory examination of Spanish, Czech, Norwegian or Russian will be included. Native speakers will be presented, and the student will learn some basic vocabulary and syntactical aspects of the language.
2 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 4512 Stories of Music History

We explore the concept of music historiography, the study not of music history, but of music history writing. We examine a number of test cases in which our thinking about a composer and/or a repertory has changed over time. The focus is on recent and important scholarly approaches. The course concludes with individual research projects and presentations on topics you will choose and develop.
4 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 4520 Topics in Hindustani Music

This course explores the melodic system (raga) and rhythmic system (tala) of Hindustani music, the classical music of North India. These conceptual frameworks act both as sound structure to be realized in improvised performance and as aesthetic entities manifested in the related traditions of dance, iconography, and film. A major emphasis of this course will be developing an understanding of raga and tala as musical structures through intensive listening as well as practical instruction. Accordingly, one class each week is designed to incorporate hands-on music-making through singing, rhythmic exercises, and dance. By the end of the quarter, students will become familiar with several ragas and talas and the stages by which they are developed in performance. A second, equally important objective is to learn to appreciate ragas as aesthetic entities. We will analyze their musical characteristics as well as the "extra-musical" characteristics of sentiment (rasa), performance time and/or season and inconographic associations (ragamala painting).
4 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 4535 Baroque Opera on Stage

This course explores aspects of Baroque opera not immediately conveyed by a score—including staging, gesture, scenic design, machinery, theater space, performers' response—as they inform our understanding of specific Baroque operas and the cultural context within which they were performed. We focus on operas by Monteverdi, Cavalli, Purcell, Handel, Lully, Campra and Rameau, among others. Students should expect to participate in class discussions, to write short response papers, to give short oral presentations, and to write a 12- to 15-page paper that examines a Baroque opera or operas in the light of one or more performance considerations. With the prior consent of the instructor, students may submit an alternative final project, one that combines performance with some form of written work.
4 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 4831, 4832, 4833 Professional Foundations of Piano Pedagogy

Foundations and literature in philosophy, sociology, psychology of learning, child development, curriculum, history of music education and keyboard education, evaluation of teaching materials, measurement and research in music education, history of technical thought in piano playing, electronic technology in music education, lesson planning, and business practice.
2 qtr. hrs. each

MUAC 4840, 4841, 4842 Piano Teaching Practicum

Guided observations, lesson planning, practice teaching of students of various developmental age groups using foundations and principles developed in Piano Pedagogy.
1 qtr. hr. each

MUAC 4850 Seminar in Piano Pedagogy: Preschool Children

Designing piano-centered music education offerings for preschool-aged children. Prerequisite(s): MUAC 4831, 4832, and 4833, or equivalent.
2 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 4851 Seminar in Piano Pedagogy: Elementary-Level Children

Designing piano-centered music education offerings at elementary level for school-aged children. Prerequisite(s): MUAC 4831, 4832, and 4833, or equivalent.
2 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 4852 Seminar in Piano Pedagogy: Intermediate-Level Children

Designing piano-centered music education offerings at intermediate level for school-aged children. Prerequisite(s): MUAC 4831, 4832, and 4833, or equivalent.
2 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 4853 Seminar in Piano Pedagogy: Beginning- and Intermediate-Level Adults

Designing piano-centered music education offerings, including college/university courses, for beginning- and intermediate-level adults. Prerequisite(s): MUAC 4831, 4832, and 4833, or equivalent.
2 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 4854 Seminar in Piano Pedagogy: Advanced Students

Designing advanced piano instruction for adolescents and adults. Prerequisite(s): MUAC 4831, 4832, and 4833, or equivalent.
2 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 4929 Tutorials in Theoretical Topics

Individual instruction in all areas of music theory with regularly scheduled meetings allowing students to acquire necessary skills to qualify for upper-division and/or graduate courses. Summer session only.

MUAC 4930 Conducting Tutorial (Section 1: Orchestral)

Private tutorial in orchestral conducting. Open to MM orchestral conducting students only.
2 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 4930 Conducting Tutorial (Section 2: Wind)

Private tutorial in wind-ensemble conducting. Open to MM wind conducting students only.
2 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 4930 Conducting Tutorial (Section 3: Choral)

Private tutorial in choral conducting. Open to MM choral conducting students only.
2 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 4991 Independent Study

1–10 qtr. hrs.

MUAC 4995 Thesis Research

1–10 qtr. hrs.

MUEN 3030-3040 Jazz Combos

• 3030 Hard Bop
• 3031 Bebop
• 3032 Latin
• 3033 Standards
• 3034 Traditional Jazz
• 3035 Fusion
• 3036 Commercial Music
• 3037 Vocal Repertoire
• 3038 Vocal Jazz
• 3039 Modal
• 3040 Comtemporary

MUEN 3710 Opera

1 qtr. hr.

MUEN 3712 Lamont Chorale

Vocal ensemble experience in church music; choral compositions of classical and contemporary composers; modern arrangements of folk tunes, spirituals, hymns. Open to all students by audition.
1 qtr. hr.

MUEN 3740 Lamont Men's Choir

1 qtr. hr.

MUEN 3752 Lamont Wind Ensemble

Open to all students by audition and approval of director; regularly scheduled concerts.
1 qtr. hr.

MUEN 3751 Lamont Jazz Orchestra

Open to all students by audition and approval of director; regularly scheduled concerts.
1 qtr. hr.

MUEN 3753 Lamont Jazz Ensemble

1 qtr. hr.

MUEN 3754 University Jazz Ensemble

1 qtr. hr.

MU EN 3760 Lamont Symphony Orchestra

The LSO generally performs six symphonic concerts and one opera each year. Students are exposed to orchestral repertoire from all periods and styles of music, as well as appropriate performance practices associated with each period and style. The LSO is open to all University students by audition. However, because the course objective is to prepare students for successful orchestra careers, all participants are held to a very high standard and level of expectation.
1 qtr. hr.

MUEN 3770–3781 Chamber Ensembles

Chamber literature for duet, trio, quartet, quintet and other types of chamber ensembles under master class, performance conditions. Prerequisite(s): advanced technical and sight-reading skills. 1 qtr. hr.

• MUEN 3770 Piano Duo-Duet
• MUEN 3771 Accordion
• MUEN 3772 Harp
• MUEN 3774 Brass
• MUEN 3775 Piano Accompaniment
• MUEN 3776 Percussion
• MUEN 3777 Strings
• MUEN 3778 Woodwinds
• MUEN 3781 Guitar

MU EN 3900 Lamont Women's Chorus

1 qtr. hr.

MUPR 4xxx performance courses

Accordion, Bassoon, Carillon, Cello, Clarinet, Double Bass, Flute, French Horn, Guitar, Harp, Oboe, Organ, Percussion, Piano, Saxophone, Trombone, Trumpet, Tuba, Viola, Violin or Voice.
2 or 4 qtr. hrs. each

MUPR 4920 Composition

Individual instruction for graduate composition majors.
2 qtr. hrs.