Music Education Concentration
Required Course Work:
MUS 501-3;
502a or b (2);
503 and 509;
5 hours of approved music education courses
2 credits of approved music electives;
2 credits (1,1) from 566;
5 credits from the 470 and 570 series;
599-6 or 6 credits from 499 and 595; or 595 and 598.
Course Descriptions
501-3 Music Bibliography and Research. Bibliographic materials for graduate study in music theory, history, education, and music performance. Practical experience in research techniques and scholarly writing style. Recommended to be taken during the first semester of graduate study. Required of all degree programs.
502a or b Analytic Techniques. Analysis of representative works chosen from the Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and Modern eras. Prerequisite: graduate standing in music or prior consent of instructor.
503-3 Scientific Evaluation and Research in Music. Quantified research concepts and vocabulary; measurement theory and techniques for evaluating and testing musical aptitude and achievement; investigation of acoustical perception; survey of current scientific research in music. A research project is required.
509-2 History and Philosophy of Music Education. The evolution of school music and its changing relationship to the individual, to society and to the school curriculum.
566-1 to 12 (1 or 2 per semester) Ensemble. Participation required each semester enrolled (summer excepted) in one or more of the ensembles listed below. In addition, students may elect participation in other regularly scheduled ensembles. One credit per group: maximum of two credits for concurrent participation in two groups. (a) Marching Salukis. (b) Symphonic band. (c) Concert wind ensemble. (d) Symphony. (e) Choral union. (f) Concert choir. (g) Chamber singers. (h) Guitar ensemble. (i) Opera workshop.
475-3 Baroque Music. The development of vocal and instrumental music in the period 1600-1750, from Monteverdi to Bach and Handel. Oratorio and Cantata, the influence of opera, sonata, suite and concerto. Prerequisite: 357a with a grade of C or better, or graduate standing.
476-3 Classical Music. Development of the sonata, symphony, concerto, and chamber music in the 18th and early 19th centuries, with emphasis on the music of Haydn, Mozart and Beethoven. Prerequisite: 357b with a grade of C or better, or graduate standing.
477-3 Romantic Music. Development of the symphony and sonata forms, chamber music, and vocal music in the 19th and early 20th centuries. Rise of nationalism and impressionism. Prerequisite: 357b with a grade of C or better, or graduate standing.
573-3 Medieval Music. Music of the medieval world; Gregorian chant; the Tropes; secular songs of the troubadours and trouveres; the rise of polyphony; Ars Antiqua; organum and conductus; Ars Nova; Dunstable and English descant up to about 1450; types of notation. Prerequisite: for non-music majors: prior consent of instructor.
574-3 Renaissance Music. Burgundian and Netherlands music from 1450 and its spread; Isaac and Josquin; 16th Century polyphony in France, Germany, Spain, and England; the rise of music for instruments and for solo voices. Prerequisite: for non-music majors; prior consent of instructor.
578-3 Twentieth Century Music. The heritage of 20th century music. Study and analysis of musical philosophies and techniques of post-impressionist and contemporary composers. Prerequisite: for non-music majors: prior consent of instructor.
599-2 to 6 Thesis. An intensive written study in the history, theory, teaching or philosophy of music; or the manuscript and parts (with tape recording when feasible) of a substantial musical composition or series of compositions accompanied by an analytical or explanatory document. Graded S/U or DEF. Prerequisite: 501 and prior approval of topic or proposal by thesis director and graduate committee in music.
499-1 to 8 Independent Study. Original investigation of selected problems in music and music education with faculty guidance. Project planned to occupy approximately three hours preparation per week per credit (adjusted for shorter sessions). Not more than three hours toward 30 required for graduate degree. Prerequisite: prior consent of selected instructor.
595-2 Music Document. A written report presenting the history and style of works performed in graduate recital, Music 598, or other topic relating to the student's principal performing area or independent study project. Prerequisite: 501 and approval of topic by the music graduate committee. On recommendation of the composition faculty and with graduate committee approval, a piece of music composed by the student for performance in Music 598 may be substituted, accompanied by a written analysis.
598-4 Graduate Recital. Preparation and presentation of a full solo recital in any area of performance; or the preparation, rehearsal, and conducting of a full ensemble program or of the equivalent sections of several ensemble programs. Prerequisite: completion of at least four credits in 540 (or 556 for conductors) and the approval of the performance jury. The performance jury certifies the acceptability of the completed recital and the grade to the graduate committee.
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