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101. Theory I: Fundamentals of Music Theory
James McCalla M 9:30 - 10:25, W 9:30 - 10:25, F 9:30 - 10:25
A course in the basic elements of Western music and their notation, through the essentials of diatonic harmony. The class concentrates equally on written theory and musicianship skills to develop musical literacy. Frequent written assignments, drills, and quizzes, and additional laboratory work in ear training and basic keyboard skills. Students with musical backgrounds who wish to pass out of Theory I must take the placement test at the beginning of the fall semester.
122. History of Jazz II
James McCalla M 2:30 - 3:55, W 2:30 - 3:55
A survey of jazz�s development from the creation of bebop in the 1940s through the present day, e.g., from Charlie Parker and Dizzy Gillespie through such artists as Joshua Redman, James Carter, and the Art Ensemble of Chicago. Emphasis is on musical elements, but includes much attention to cultural and historical context through readings and videos.
134. Heirs and Rebels: Music in the Twentieth Century
Elliott Schwartz T 11:30 - 12:55, TH 11:30 - 12:55
A survey of music since 1890, beginning at the turn of the century (Mahler, Debussy) and continuing to the present day. Changes in aesthetics, technology, social contexts, and musical materials, with reference to impressionism; the twelve-tone school; neoclassicism; developments in electronic, multimedia, and �chance� techniques; and the most recent collage and minimalist approaches. Special attention is given to Ives, Stravinsky, Cage, and the influence of non-Western music.
151. Write Your Own Show Tune: Introductory Practicum in Tonal Music
Mary Hunter T 10:00 - 11:25, TH 10:00 - 11:25
A largely practical, project-oriented course, for students with some basic experience in music. Students learn elementary tonal vocabulary through writing and performing their own songs, mostly in �Rodgers and Hammerstein� style. Chord writing and analysis, bass-line construction, text-setting and basic keyboard skills are addressed. Small-group and individual lab sessions are scheduled separately. Formerly Music 204. Not open to students who have taken Music 204.
211. Theory and Method in Ethnomusicology
Daniel Sharp M 11:30 - 12:55, W 11:30 - 12:55
An introduction to the principal theories and methods of ethnomusicology. Focuses on the foundational texts defining the cultural study of the world�s musics, drawing upon concepts and tools from both anthropology and musicology. Addresses issues regarding musical fieldwork, recording, and cultural analysis. Students will engage in ethnomusicological field projects to put into practice what they study in the classroom.
218. Introduction to Electronic Music
William Matthews T 1:00 - 2:25, TH 1:00 - 2:25
An examination of the history and techniques ofelectronic and computer music. Topics to be studied include compositional aesthetics, recording technology, digital and analog synthesis, sampling, MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface), and computer-assisted composition. The semester ends with a concert of student composition.
227. Mozart's Operas
Mary Hunter T 2:30 - 3:55, TH 2:30 - 3:55
An examination of a representative sample of Mozart�s operas, including Don Giovanni, The Marriage of Figaro, The Magic Flute, and Idomeneo. Examines how the works are put together, both dramatically and musically, what social values they convey, with respect both to their place in their own time and their social function now, and discusses a variety of screen versions as plausible or unsuccessful interpretations of these works.
271. Chamber Choir
Robert Greenlee M 4:15 - 5:35, T 4:15 - 5:35, W 4:15 - 5:35, TH 4:15 - 5:35

273. Chorus
Anthony Antolini TH 7:00 - 9:00, SU 7:00 - 9:30

275. Concert Band
John Morneau T 6:30 - 8:30, TH 6:30 - 8:30

279. Chamber Ensembles
Roland Vazquez

281. World Music Ensemble
Daniel Sharp W 6:00 - 8:55

283. Jazz Ensembles
None None

285. Individual Performance Studies
The Department
The following provisions govern applied music lessons for credit:1. Individual performance courses are in?tend?ed for the continued study of in?stru?ments with which the student is already familiar. Students must take at least two consecutive semesters of study on the same instrument to receive one-half credit per semester and to receive the reduced rate. The first semester of study on the first instrument will be designated Music 285. The second and all sub?se?quent semesters of private lessons on the same instrument will be designated Music 286. The first semester of study on a different instrument will be designated Music 287. The second and all subsequent semesters of study on that second instrument will be designated Music 288. The number Music 289 is reserved for all semesters of study on a third instrument.
286. Individual Performance Studies
The Department
The following provisions govern applied music lessons for credit:1. Individual performance courses are in?tend?ed for the continued study of in?stru?ments with which the student is already familiar. Students must take at least two consecutive semesters of study on the same instrument to receive one-half credit per semester and to receive the reduced rate. The first semester of study on the first instrument will be designated Music 285. The second and all sub?se?quent semesters of private lessons on the same instrument will be designated Music 286. The first semester of study on a different instrument will be designated Music 287. The second and all subsequent semesters of study on that second instrument will be designated Music 288. The number Music 289 is reserved for all semesters of study on a third instrument.
287. Individual Performance Studies
The Department
The following provisions govern applied music lessons for credit:1. Individual performance courses are in?tend?ed for the continued study of in?stru?ments with which the student is already familiar. Students must take at least two consecutive semesters of study on the same instrument to receive one-half credit per semester and to receive the reduced rate. The first semester of study on the first instrument will be designated Music 285. The second and all sub?se?quent semesters of private lessons on the same instrument will be designated Music 286. The first semester of study on a different instrument will be designated Music 287. The second and all subsequent semesters of study on that second instrument will be designated Music 288. The number Music 289 is reserved for all semesters of study on a third instrument.
288. Individual Performance Studies
The Department
The following provisions govern applied music lessons for credit:1. Individual performance courses are in?tend?ed for the continued study of in?stru?ments with which the student is already familiar. Students must take at least two consecutive semesters of study on the same instrument to receive one-half credit per semester and to receive the reduced rate. The first semester of study on the first instrument will be designated Music 285. The second and all sub?se?quent semesters of private lessons on the same instrument will be designated Music 286. The first semester of study on a different instrument will be designated Music 287. The second and all subsequent semesters of study on that second instrument will be designated Music 288. The number Music 289 is reserved for all semesters of study on a third instrument.
289. Individual Performance Studies
The Department

302. Tonal Composition
Robert Greenlee M 10:30 - 11:25, W 10:30 - 11:25, F 10:30 - 11:25
A compositional study of the stylistic traits of the common-practice period in western Europe. In addition to frequent short exercises, aural drill, and keyboard studies, students will compose an early romantic lied, a baroque fugue, and the first movement of a classical sonata.
385. Advanced Individual Performance Studies
The Department
This option for private is open only to students already advanced on their instruments. Students may take one or more semesters of this option. Music 386 may be repeated for credit.. The first semester of study will be designated Music 385. The second and all subsequent semesters of private lessons on the same instrument will be designated Music 386. The number 387 is reserved for all semesters of study on a second instrument.
386. Advanced Individual Performance Studies
The Department

387. Advanced Individual Performance Studies
The Department

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