This course is an introduction to the fundamentals of music and music theory. The students will learn to read musical notation, play a simple song on the piano/keyboard, sight sing, conduct and lead group singing, write musical notation, harmonize a simple melody, and read chord symbols. Students enrolled in the Elementary Education Program are advised to take MU 211.

This course is an introduction to music. The aim of this class is to teach students techniques for engaging emotionally and intellectually in music. The students will be taught listening skills that equip them with the capacity for critical judgment in both classical and popular music settings.

Designed to help the student develop a Christian philosophy of music for life and ministry and worship.

A comprehensive study of advanced theory, harmony, analysis. Includes a continuation of development of sight singing and ear training skills. Prerequisite: MU 121-122.

Alternates with MU 325.

Alternates with MU 326.

Designed to teach the student to: 1) select appropriate choral literature, 2) conduct effective rehearsals, and 3) build healthy singing technique in Middle school and high school classes.

Principles, procedures and materials for teaching piano. Required for all music majors specializing in piano or organ.

Focuses on developing basic conducting techniques—posture, beat patterns, and expressive and stylistic techniques. Emphasis is on instrumental music. (Alternates with MU 335).

Techniques are taught for developing and training groups in matters of tone quality, pitch and ensemble. Emphasis on choral music. Prerequisite: MU 313. (Alternates with MU 336).

Alternates with MU 223.

Alternates with MU 224. Methods and Materials courses are designed to give basic instruction in proper tone production and technique.

Designed to teach student to 1) select appropriate music, 2) conduct effective rehearsals, and 3) manage a band program in middle school and high school settings.

A historical approach to music literature from the ancient Greek and Roman period to the present. Students are tested in the following areas: general knowledge, score analysis, essay and listening analysis. Prerequisite: MU 121, 122. (Alternates with MU 313, 314.)

The course is designed to train students to direct church or community children/youth choirs. Major emphasis is given to voice building philosophy and methods. In addition, the students learn to select materials and literature for various age groups and singing abilities, to administrate and organize a children’s choir program, rehearsal techniques, and the role children’s choir program can have in worship and in the church’s Christian Education program.

Music students gain practical experience by working at a church with a music director or in a music education setting with a music teacher. Special fee.

Designed to teach advanced conducting techniques, score study and preparation. Prerequisite: MU 313, 314.

Students enroll concurrently with 1 s.h. of applied music in major instrument. Special fee.

A study of biblical principles of worship and of the biblical/historical patterns of worship. The course is designed to give students guiding principles for designing and organizing corporate worship.

The student learns to write arrangements for, and to direct a contemporary music ensemble (piano, synthesizer, bass, guitars, drums, and vocalists). This involves adapting lead sheets or other sources for full rhythm section and singers. In addition, the students learn about available technologies, i.e., sequencing and sound systems. Instructors approval required.

A three-unit course in music arranging. Unit 1: Using “Finale” music writing software. Unit 2: Composition in the various styles of arrangement for typical choral ensemble combinations as well as arrangements of accompaniments for these harmonizations. Unit 3: The study of ranges, timbre, and transpositions of orchestral and band instruments, and the completion of orchestration exercises and projects. Prerequisite: MU 121 122, 221-222.

A study of the development and use of sacred music through the Old and New Testaments and throughout church history including a study of hymnody as it relates to various periods of church history.

An introduction and overview of the different aspects of music business and music technology. Topics include music industry, copyright, MIDI, sequencing, notational software, music promotion and marketing, computer assisted instruction in music, and music on the internet.

Serves as an introduction to the musical styles and forms of non-Western cultures.

Practical experience in studio, ensemble, recital, and church service accompanying. Includes a study of the elements of recitals, concerts and services that produce effective, polished performances as accompanist or soloist. Also, the following topics are covered: modulation, improvisation, transposition, rehearsal techniques, sight reading, open score reading, chord symbols, and use of the synthesizer as accompaniment.

Guides the student through the vast amount of vocal literature according to the needs and requirements of the teaching studio, the voice recital, and Christian ministry and worship.

A study of significant solo piano literature including representative repertoire from Baroque, Classical, Romantic and Modern Eras. Required for keyboard majors.

Guides the student through the vast amount of choral music available for school choirs—public and Christian—and for church choirs. Examples of choral music of all styles are studied.

Designed to cover the major material for orchestras and bands with the primary focus being on the materials for school ensembles.

See Directed Studies description in the Scholastic Policies and Grading System Page

See description listed under MU V101-402 Voice.

See description listed under MU V101-402 Voice.

See description listed under MU V101-402 Voice.

See description listed under MU V101-402 Voice. Prerequisite: Students must receive instructor’s consent before enrolling in applied organ.

Scales: All major keys, hands together, ascending and descending, one octave. Chord progression: primary chords in all major keys. Root position only. Harmonization: Prepared melodic line with chord symbols of primary chords only. Hymn playing: four-part settings, one traditional hymn in major key. (Spring Semester)

Scales: All harmonic minor scales, hands together, ascending and descending, one octave. Chord progression: Primary chords in all harmonic minor keys, root position. Harmonization: Unprepared melodic line with chord symbols of primary chords only. Hymn playing: four-part settings one contemporary hymn. (Fall Semester)

See description listed under MU V101-402 Voice.

See description listed under MU V101-402 Voice.

See description listed under MU V101-402 Voice.

Applied music instruction is open to all students; it is required for music majors. Students who take applied music will study one-on-one with the instructor. One semester hour of credit is earned by satisfactorily completing 14 half-hour lessons. Two hours of credit are earned by completing 28 half-hour lessons or 14 one-hour lessons. All applied music students must satisfactorily perform a jury at the end of the semester. Jury performances are used to assess the student’s achievement in his/her applied area. Music faculty sit on the jury. The applied level is determined through jury performances. There are four applied levels: 100, 200, 300, and 400. Students are advanced on the recommendation of the jury. Intermediate and advanced music majors are required to practice 1 hour daily 5 days a week. Beginning music students are required to practice 30 minutes daily 5 days a week. Music majors are required to take ten (10) hours in their major applied instrument (e.g., voice, piano, trumpet, etc.). Special fees apply. Students must receive instructor’s consent before enrolling in applied organ. Music majors who need to pass the piano proficiency requirement must take applied piano.

See description listed under MU V101-402 Voice.