THMU-1320 Aural Skills II
–Sp
2 hours
A continuation of Aural Skills I with an in-depth exploration of
melodic and harmonic dictation along with an introduction to the
techniques of transcribing select popular music recordings by ear.
Prerequisite: THMU 1310 Aural Skills I.
THMU-1500 Introduction to Music Technology
–Fa
1 hour
An introductory study of the use of computers and synthesizers
in the production of printed musical scores. All students are
expected to complete this course during their first year of study
since the skills acquired in the course are used throughout their
academic curriculum.
THMU-2140 Functional Keyboard Skills
–Fa
1 hour
Students will develop skills in harmonization at sight,
transposition, playing by ear, and other keyboard harmony skills
specifically designed to meet the piano proficiency requirements.
Prerequisite: permission of the instructor.
THMU-2210 Music Theory III
–Fa
3 hours
Critical study and analysis of the chromatic harmony,
counterpoint and formal structure of 18th century music. Creative
work in traditional compositional forms.
THMU-2220 Music Theory IV–Sp
3 hours
Critical study and analysis of the chromatic harmony and
formal structure of 19th-century music. Analytical study of 20th-
century compositional techniques, including impressionistic,
serial, neoclassical, and electronic practices: creative work in
contemporary styles.
THMU-2250 Contemporary Musicianship II
–Fa
2 hours
This course is designed to help students understand the
structure of contemporary music. The class will also continue to
develop written and aural musicianship studied in Contemporary
Musicianship I. Prerequisites: THMU-1250 Contemporary
Musicianship I. (Fee: $30)
THMU-2260 Contemporary Musicianship III
–Sp
2 hours
This course is designed to help students understand the
structure of contemporary music. The class will also continue to
develop written and aural musicianship studied in Contemporary
Musicianship II. Prerequisites: THMU 2250 Contemporary
Musicianship II. (Fee: $30)
THMU-2310 Aural Skills III
–Fa
2 hours
Intermediate aural musicianship techniques: at-sight singing,
melodic pattern recognition, and chord dictation within both
diatonic and chromatic major and minor systems by including
syncopated and irregular rhythmic patterns as well as four-voice
harmonic dictation, including more advanced chromatic language.
Prerequisite: THMU-1320 Aural Skills II. Corequisite: THMU-2210
Music Theory III.
THMU-2320 Aural Skills IV
–Sp
2 hours
Advanced aural musicianship techniques: at-sight singing,
melodic pattern recognition, and chord dictation within both
diatonic and chromatic major and minor systems. More advanced
melodic, rhythmic, and harmonic dictation, including all tonal
language, as well as some extended chromatic possibilities and
introduction to the non-tonal tendencies of the 20th century.
Prerequisite: THMU-2310 Aural Skills III. Corequisite: THMU-2220
Music Theory IV.
THMU-3120 Jazz Theory and Improvisation I
–Fa
2 hours
This course will introduce students to basic concepts of jazz
theory and improvisation. Material will include harmonic structure
and appropriate scales choice for improvisation. Students will
learn to improvise over jazz standards. Prerequisites: THMU-2210
Music Theory III,THMU-2310 Aural Skills III, and permission of
instructor
THMU-3130 Jazz Theory and Improvisation II
–Sp
2 hours
This course will introduce students to advanced concepts of
jazz theory and improvisation. Material will include harmonic
structure and appropriate scales choice for improvisation.
Students will further develop the ability to improvise over jazz
standards. Prerequisites: THMU-2210 Music Theory III,THMU-
2310 Aural Skills III, and permission of instructor
THMU-4100 Counterpoint
–Sp
3 hours
A survey of polyphonic music from the 18th to the 21st centuries
including analysis and composition of species counterpoint
examples, canon, a fugal exposition, and a modern composition
project. Additional focus upon contrapuntal techniques utilized in
contemporary choral and orchestral music. Prerequisite: THMU-
2220 Music Theory IV or permission of instructor. (odd years)
THMU-4110 Form and Analysis
–Sp
3 hours
Theoretical study of the structure of musical forms presented
by historical style period and corresponding analytical systems,
continuation in Weber’s traditional Roman numeral analysis,
and introduction to Hindemith and Hanson’s extended tonality
techniques and 20th century methods, including atonal/serial
designs of Schoenberg, Perle, and Forte. Prerequisites: THMU-
2220 Music Theory IV; THMU-2320 Aural Skills IV. (even years)
THMU-4130 Orchestration
–Fa
2 hours
Designed to develop skills in scoring music for various
instrumental groups. Prerequisite: THMU-2220 Music Theory IV.
(Fee: $30) (odd years)
THMU-4140 Choral Arranging
–Fa
2 hours
Study of arranging for the choral medium. Includes principles
of arranging for children, youth, and adult choirs. Special attention
given to arranging for large and small choral ensembles with a
variety of forms of accompaniment. Prerequisite: THMU-2220
Music Theory IV or permission of instructor. (Fee: $30) (even
years)
THMU-4990
1–3 hours
Independent Study in Theory/Composition
Independent and intensive study in a particular area of music
theory or composition for individual students who demonstrate
special interests and ability. Repeatable up to three credits.
Theatre (THTR)
THTR-1230 Voice for the Performer
–Fa
3 hours
Practical approach to developing a healthy speaking voice
for professional use. Voice physiology provides foundation
for effective breathing, quality, projection, and articulation for
performance. Stage dialects are explored briefly as application of
the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA). Appropriate for actors,
singers, public speakers, and voice over artists. Crosslisted with
COM-1230.
THTR-1360 Introduction to Costuming
–Sp
3 hours
This course is designed to provide the student an overview of
the numerous aspects of costuming for theatre, including basic
knowledge of the role of the costume designer and the process
he or she undertakes in creating designs, the practical skills of
constructing and sewing a costume, and the communication
and critical thinking skills involved in theatre collaboration for the
costume designer. (Fee: $60)
THTR-1410 Introduction to Theatre
–Fa
3 hours
Study of the history and development of theatre. Dramatic
literature is considered a reflection of man and culture
during various periods, dealing with philosophy, religion, and
sociopolitical thought. A brief look at acting skills is also offered.
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