2011-2012 Undergraduate Academic Catalog

Page 142 2011–12 Undergraduate Catalog Introduction Admissions Academic Information Academic Departments Course Descriptions Financial Information Appendix Index Department of Music and Worship | College of Arts and Sciences Purpose Statements and Student Objectives The Cedarville University Department of Music and Worship provides a high-quality Christ-centered undergraduate education in music and worship, building a strong artistic, intellectual, and practical foundation for professional careers and graduate studies. The department serves the University, church, and global community through outreach, performance, and educational activities. The faculty of teaching-artists is dedicated to the education of the whole person and committed to helping students realize their highest level of musicianship and development as human beings created in the image of God. Upon completion of the music curricula and courses, students will: 1. Develop and demonstrate technical skills required for artistic self-expression in at least one major performance area. 2. Demonstrate artistic mastery of assigned repertoire appropriate to their performance field, and perform from a diverse cross-section of that repertoire. 3. Identify and describe a broad range of music literature in terms of cultural sources, principle stylistic eras, and typical genres. 4. Sight-read, with fluency, while demonstrating general musicianship and relevant, professional skills in their major performance area. 5. Acquire and demonstrate proficient keyboard skills. 6. Develop and use appropriate conducting and rehearsal skills, as required. 7. Visually and aurally identify the basic elements of music (rhythm, melody, harmony, and form) and use this knowledge in aural, verbal, and written analyses. 8. Demonstrate the ability to take aural dictation of rhythms, melodies, and harmonic progressions. 9. Formulate aesthetic judgments, orally and in writing, with regard to musical analysis, processes and structures, composition, performance, scholarship, and pedagogy. 10. Develop the rudimentary ability to improvise original music or to create a derivation or variation of an established work both extemporaneously and in writing. 11. Recognize and identify, visually and aurally, representative compositions from each era of musical history, styles of particular composers within each era, and apply correct historical information to appropriate teaching situations. 12. Demonstrate a working knowledge of technological developments applicable to musicians. 13. Develop creative approaches to musical problem-solving through multiple modalities of thinking. 14. Create and articulate a Christ-centered philosophy of music. 15. Serve and enrich the University, church, and global community. Worship Degree Objectives The mission of the worship program is “Equipping Worshipers to Serve”. Core values of the B.A. in worship degree include: Musical Emphasis We value a core musical background for all worship students. We value contemporary music as the voice of our culture and will equip students to be musically and methodologically relevant in the “real world.” Theological Foundation We value a strong theological foundation, grounded in biblical truth for all worship students. The Bible minor and required classes will emphasize a biblical foundation for worship ministry. Interdisciplinary Nature We value interdisciplinary study in fields related to worship ministry. We value each student developing God-given talents and interests, resulting in an individualized degree tailored for each student. Upon completion of the B.A. curriculum in worship, students will be able to: 1. Recognize and recall music theory principles and contemporary music practices. 2. Analyze musical compositions by applying sound music theory principles. 3. Perform proficiently in voice and either piano or guitar in a worship setting. 4. Formulate and articulate a theology of worship based on sound biblical principles and valid biblical interpretation. 5. Evaluate and critique the content and appropriateness of any worship medium (music, drama, media, etc.) by employing one’s theology of worship as a foundation for evaluation. 6. Plan, implement, and lead effective rehearsals and worship team building exercises for church or parachurch organizations. 7. Plan, produce, and lead theologically sound and edifying corporate worship experiences for the local church or parachurch organization. 8. Value and support the role that worship plays in the larger overall ministry and discipleship practice of the local church or parachurch organization. Personal Requirements Auditions Applicants who wish to major in music should follow the standard procedures for admission. Satisfactory completion of an audition is required for approval as a music major. Students should visit the website at cedarville.edu/musicworship to obtain requirements and to schedule an audition. Scholarships Scholarship assistance is available to music majors who qualify on the basis of audition, academic record, and references. Additional academic scholarships and other types of financial assistance are available to qualified individuals through the Cedarville University Financial Aid Office. Music Theory Exams All incoming students are required to pass the Music Theory Competency Exam. This test assures that students have the minimum knowledge necessary for college-level music theory courses. The exam is scheduled during Getting Started Week activities.