2011-2012 Undergraduate Academic Catalog

Page 150 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 Music Statement of Purpose The Bachelor of Arts in music degree is designed for students with a strong interest in music and other academic areas. It is an ideal degree for musically talented students who plan to pursue graduate programs that will accept a bachelor’s degree in any academic major, such as law, international studies, and music therapy. The general studies credits within the major allow students to add specialized courses from any other area. The degree is organized into two tracks: a) the Recital Track for students who are capable and desirous of performing a senior recital; b) the Project Track for students who are more interested in presenting their senior capstone event through a research project. Program Objectives Upon completion of the B.A. in music curriculum, students will be able to: 1. Visually and aurally identify the building blocks of musical composition. 2. Formulate, articulate, and defend a philosophy of music based upon sound interpretation of biblical principles. 3. Demonstrate facility in the use of music technology. 4. Perform proficiently in private lessons and in a large ensemble. a. Recognize the factors which contribute to an artistic musical performance. b. Fairly appraise and evaluate their musical performances as well as those of others. c. Compile a repertory for their instrument. 5. Research, plan, and perform/present a capstone senior recital or senior project. a. Recital Track: Interpret music appropriately according to accepted performance practice. b. Project Track: Investigate and report on a selected aspect of music. 6. Value the functional role and stylistic diversity of music from various historical periods and cultures. Course requirements involve 56 semester hours including: Proficiencies.............................................................................0–7 Piano.................................................................................... 0–4 CLMU-1810 Piano Class I..............................................0–2 CLMU-1820 Piano Class II.............................................0–2 THMU-1010 Introduction to Music Theory and Aural Skills.... 0–2 THMU-1500 Introduction to Music Technology...................... 0–1 Music Foundation and Skills.....................................................16 GMUS-1000 Music Philosophy and Aesthetics......................... 1 GMUS-1030 Recital and Program Attendance.......................... 0 THMU-1210, 1220, 2210 Music Theory I, II, and III................... 9 THMU-1310, 1320, 2310 Aural Skills I, II, and III....................... 6 Music Contexts.............................................................................9 HLMU-2310 Introduction to Music Literature............................. 3 HLMU-3310, 3320 Music History I and II.................................. 6 Music Performance.................................................................... 11 Recital Track PFMU-3100–3980 Large Ensemble.......................................... 2 PLMU-1000–4800 Private Lessons........................................... 8 PLMU-4900 Senior Recital........................................................ 1 Project Track PFMU-3100–3980 Large Ensemble.......................................... 2 PLMU-1000–4800 Private Lessons........................................... 6 PLMU-3910 Junior Seminar...................................................... 1 PLMU-4910 Senior Seminar..................................................... 1 *PLMU-4920 Senior Project...................................................... 1 *Capstone Course Music Electives..........................................................................20 Music Major Curriculum Summary General Education Requirements..........................................49–57 Music Major Requirements....................................................56–63 Electives...................................................................................7–23 Total (minimum, not including proficiency)........................... 128