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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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2015–16 Undergraduate Academic Catalog

Course Descriptions

EDMU-2910 – HLMU-4110