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EDMU-2910 Woodwind Methods
–Sp
2 hours
This course presents a framework of learning environments and
varied activities through which students gain the knowledge and
acquire the skills requisite to playing and teaching the woodwind
instruments (i.e., flute, oboe, clarinet, saxophone, and bassoon).
(Fee: $40) (even years)
EDMU-2930 String Methods
–Fa
2 hours
This course presents a framework of learning environments
and varied activities through which students gain the knowledge
and acquire the skills requisite to playing and teaching the string
instruments (i.e., violin, viola, cello, string bass). (Fee: $40) (odd
years)
EDMU-2950 Percussion Methods
–Sp
2 hours
Concentration in snare drum techniques and an introduction to
tympani and tuned percussion methods. (Fee: $40) (odd years)
EDMU-3710 Music for Early Childhood
–Fa
3 hours
Music literature and teaching aids for children, including basic
music theory, development of skills on keyboard, classroom
instruments, and voice; music in the curriculum; and teaching
music concepts. (Fee: $30)
EDMU-3720 Music for Adolescent/Young Adults
–Sp
3 hours
The history of and basis for music in the secondary curriculum,
administration of the music program, methods of teaching music in
groups, and sources of materials for instruction. (Fee: $30)
EDMU-3730 Vocal Pedagogy
–Fa
2 hours
Philosophy, objectives, and techniques of offering vocal
instruction at all levels with emphasis on vocal production and
pedagogical approaches.
Prerequisite: CLMU-1860 Voice Class or
completion of sophomore vocal review.
EDMU-3750 Instrumental Pedagogy
–Fa
2 hours
The study of techniques and literature for the teaching of
wind, percussion, brass, and string students in the private studio.
Investigation of studio teaching through readings, interaction and
discussion.
Prerequisite: PLMU 1000 and 2000-levels.
(odd years)
EDMU-3910 Instrumental Administration
–Fa
3 hours
A course designed to present the philosophy, learning
process, and organizational problems associated with beginning,
intermediate, and advanced bands. Along with classroom
instruction, students will be involved in marching band field
experiences and hands-on instruction in the basic repair of band
instruments. (Fee: $50) (even years)
EDMU-4990
1–3 hours
Independent Study in Music Education
Independent and intensive study in a particular area of music
education for individual music education majors who demonstrate
special interests and ability.
General Music (GMUS)
GMUS-1000 Music Philosophy and Aesthetics
–Fa
1 hour
Philosophical and scriptural foundation for the Christian
concepts of musical creativity, musical worship, and stewardship.
Understanding the unique teacher-student relationship in music.
A first attempt at codifying a coherent, personal, Christian
philosophy of music.
GMUS-1030 Recital and Program Attendance
–Fa, Sp
0 hours
Music majors and minors must attend a prescribed number
of programs and recitals each semester. Majors must enroll
each semester. For a music minor, students must enroll for two
consecutive semesters.
GMUS-4980 Special Topics — General Music
–Fa, Sp
1–3 hours
Study of selected topics in music.
Music History (HLMU)
HLMU-2100
2 hours
Jazz History: Music of the Multi-Culture
–Fa
Survey of jazz as an American art form, as a representative
of both Western and non-Western practices, that now make up
our American multi-culture, and as the primary vehicle for the
realization of improvisation within that multi-culture. Acquaints
the student of music with jazz styles and the major figures in jazz
history and assists in the discovery of jazz influence upon all other
American music, both classical and popular.
Prerequisites:
THMU-
1220 Music Theory II; THMU-1320 Aural Skills II.
(even years)
HLMU-2310 Introduction to Music Literature
–Sp
3 hours
Study of music by genre and chronology. Focuses on art
traditions in music. Students become familiar with a wide variety
of music literature and learn to listen analytically. Serves as the
introductory music history course for sophomore music majors.
HLMU-3130 Opera and Oratorio Literature
–Sp
3 hours
Survey of opera and oratorio literature from Monteverdi’s
Orfeo
and Carissimi’s
Jephte
to works of the 21st centry. Analysis of
scores will be complemented by recordings, live performance,
libretti studies, and historical background. (odd years) Crosslisted
with CLMU.
HLMU-3310 Music History I
–Fa
3 hours
Study of the music of Western civilization traced from its
primitive sources and giving special attention to Medieval,
Renaissance, and Baroque music as demonstrated through the
vocal and instrumental music of composers from each period.
Prerequisites: HLMU-2310 Introduction to Music Literature;
THMU-2210 Music Theory III; permission of instructor.
HLMU-3320 Music History II
–Sp
3 hours
Study of the music of Western civilization traced from 1750 to
the present time, giving special attention to classical, romantic,
20th Century, and contemporary music as demonstrated through
the vocal and instrumental music of composers from each period.
Prerequisites: HLMU-2310 Introduction to Music Literature;
THMU-2210 Music Theory III; permission of instructor.
HLMU-3400 Global Music
–Fa
3 hours
A socio-anthropological approach to the study of the world’s
music. Surveying music of cultures of Africa, the Americas, and
Asia as well as European folk music. Music traditions are studied
from a perspective that emphasizes music as an integral part of
society and culture, helping students discover the influence of
culture on music, and the subsequent role of music within the
culture. (Fee: $50) (odd years)
HLMU-3410 Traditional Irish Music
–Fa
2 hours
This course introduces students to the practice of traditional
Irish music through study of primary tune forms, experience of
the social context of Irish music-making, and acquaintance with
leading performers within the tradition. The class culminates in
an Irish music festival held at a local coffee shop. Crosslisted with
CLMU-3410 Traditional Irish Music.
Prerequisite: permission of
instructor.
(Fee: $30)
HLMU-3420 Music of the Church
–Fa
3 hours
An in-depth review of the past, present, and future of music in
the church and its use in worship. The course provides tools that
students can use to evaluate the quality and usefulness of various
musical styles within the context of different worship traditions.
(odd years)
HLMU-4110 Choral Literature
–Sp
3 hours
An historical overview of choral music from 1400 to the present.
Attention is given to primary genres of choral composition: motet,
madrigal, mass, anthem, oratorio, passion, cantata, and orchestral
works with choir. This course will serve as an elective for majors
in choral music education, church music, vocal performance, and
composition. (even years)
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Course Descriptions
EDMU-2910 – HLMU-4110