The terms indicated are expected but are not guaranteed. For the courses offered during any given term, consult the Schedule of Classes.

 

Choral Music (MUCM)

390 Special Problems (1-4) Supervised, individual studies. No more than one registration is permitted. Enrollment by petition only.

490x Directed Research (2-8, max 8) Individual research and readings. Not available for graduate credit. Prerequisite: departmental approval.

540 Choral Development (2) Problems of achieving proper balance, blend, intonation, diction, precision, etc., in choral groups; criteria for selection of repertoire for particular groups.

541 Choral Literature I (2) Choral composition from c. 1500 to 1800. Performance and analysis of representative works.

542 Choral Literature II (2) 19th and 20th century choral works; criteria for program building.

543 Seminar in Choral Music (2, max 4) Advanced choral techniques; historical, analytical and performance problems. Prerequisite: MUCM 641 or permission of instructor.

590 Directed Research (1-12) Supervised research in preparation for the Master's recital. Graded CR/NC.

641 Choral Literature III (2) Detailed study of selected major choral works; historical context, score analysis, performance practices. Prerequisite: MUCM 541, MUCM 542.

643 Seminar in Choral Music II (2, max 4, Sp) Continuation of MUCM 543, with concentration on the conducting problems in major choral-orchestral works.

694 Treatise (2, max 4) A major research paper designed to complement performance studies in choral music. Credit on acceptance of treatise. Graded CR/NC.

790 Research (1-12) Research leading to the doctorate. Maximum units which may be applied to the degree to be determined by the department. Graded CR/NC.

 

Church Music (MUCH)

390 Special Problems (1-4) Supervised, individual studies. No more than one registration permitted. Enrollment by petition only.

470 The Practice of Church Music (3) The nature of music in worship; developing and administering the music program of the church; techniques and repertoire for the graded choir program.

473 Hymns and Service Music (2) History and uses of the hymn and hymn tune; evaluation of anthems and other service music for worship.

474 The Church Organist (2) Accompanying; hymn playing; transposition; improvisation; vocal score reading; conducting from the console; service repertoire. Basic knowledge of the organ for conductors who are not organists.

490x Directed Research (2-8, max 8) Individual research and readings. Not available for graduate credit. Prerequisite: departmental approval.

571 Music of the Great Liturgies (2) Comparison of the Jewish, Eastern Orthodox, Roman Catholic, Lutheran, and Anglican liturgies and their music; relation to music in the nonliturgical service; the church year.

590 Directed Research (1-12) Research leading to the master's degree. Maximum units which may be applied to the degree to be determined by the department. Graded CR/NC.

790 Research (1-12) Research leading to the doctorate. Maximum units which may be applied to the degree to be determined by the department. Graded CR/NC.

794abcdz Doctoral Dissertation (2-2-2-2-0) Credit on acceptance of dissertation. Graded IP/CR/NC.

 

Conducting (MUCD)

340 Choral Conducting I (2) Basic conducting techniques; score analysis; conducting patterns; problems of tempo, dynamics, articulation and text. Laboratory, 3 hours. Prerequisite: ability to read a music score.

343 Instrumental Conducting I (2, FaSp) Communicating musical ideas to instrumental ensembles; reading and conducting from full score of orchestral compositions. Laboratory, 3 hours. Prerequisite: ability to read a music score.

390 Special Problems (1-4) Supervised, individual studies. No more than one registration permitted. Enrollment by petition only.

441 Choral Conducting II (2) Refinement of techniques developed in MUCD 340; study of styles and interpretations of choral music from the Renaissance to the present. Laboratory, 3 hours. Prerequisite: MUCD 340, MUCD 343, or departmental approval.

442 Contemporary Composition Conducting Techniques (2) Problems of preparing and conducting contemporary music. Prerequisite: MUCD 340 or MUCD 343.

443 Instrumental Conducting II (2, FaSpSm) Principal composers and representative instrumental works since the 18th century; studies of styles and interpretations based on scores and the performance of works in class.

490x Directed Research (2-8, max 8) Individual research and readings. Not available for graduate credit. Prerequisite: departmental approval.

499 Special Topics (2-4, max 8) Selected topics of current interest..

521ab Film Conducting (2-2, FaSp) Conducting "free-time" to stop watch and picture using streamers and punches.

541 Choral Conducting III (2, max 6) Problems of preparing and conducting contemporary choral music and major choral-orchestral works from full score; special projects according to student's development and interests. Laboratory, 3 hours. Prerequisite: MUCD 441.

543 Instrumental Conducting III (2, max 4, FaSp) Problems in advanced conducting. Prerequisite: MUCD 443.

550 Orchestral Conducting Seminar (2, max 8, FaSp) Advanced instrumental conducting techniques. Literature drawn from music of all periods. Prerequisite: MUCD 441, MUCD 443, and admission as candidate for M.M. degree in conducting.

590 Directed Research (1-12) Research leading to the master's degree. Maximum units which may be applied to the degree to be determined by the department. Graded CR/NC.

641 Choral Conducting IV (2, max 8) Continuation of MUCD 541, including choral conducting pedagogy. Prerequisite: MUCD 541 or departmental approval.

 

Electroacoustic Media (MUEA)

101 Electronic Studio Techniques (2) Electronic Music procedures in a multi-track studio. Computer applications.

201ab Music with Computers (4-4) Computers in music composition, realization and performance. Representative hardware, software and languages. Recommended preparation: MUEA 101.

301ab Electroacoustic Media I (4-4) Composition, arranging, performance and/or fixed medium realization of electroacoustic music. Critical/analytic listening. History of the medium. Prerequisite: MUEA 201b or departmental approval.

401ab Electroacoustic Media II (4-4) Continuation of MUEA 301ab. Prerequisite: MUEA 301b or departmental approval.

474abx Electronic Synthesizer Techniques (2-4; 2-4, FaSp) a and b: Electronic music procedures in a multi-track studio. b: Computer applications. Not available for major credit to electroacoustic media majors.

481 Programming the MIDI Interface (2, FaSp) Programming MIDI Interface Software using the C Programming Language. Developing original applications software for sequencing and real-time event processing. Prerequisite: prior experience in electronic music or computers, and departmental approval.

 

Music Education (MUED)

241abL Voice Class: Performance and Teaching Strategies (a: 2, Fa; b: 2, Sp) Development of technical knowledge, tone production, and performance skills for voice appropriate for school music teaching. Class and lab required. Prerequisite: MUED 241aL for MUED 241bL.

301 Introduction to Music Education (1, Fa) Orientation course for music majors. Required of undergraduate music education majors in their first semester in residence.

330x Fundamentals of Music (4, FaSp) Introduction to the content of music through an investigation of its melodic, rhythmic, and harmonic structure. Not available for credit to music majors.

345abL String Instruments Class: Performance and Teaching Strategies (a: 2, Fa; b: 2, Sp) Development of technical knowledge, tone production, and performance skills for string instruments appropriate for school music teaching. Class and lab required.

346L Brass Instruments Class: Performance and Teaching Strategies (2, Fa) Development of technical knowledge, tone production, and performance skills on brass instruments appropriate for school music teaching. Class and lab required.

347L Woodwind Instruments Class: Performance and Teaching Strategies (2, Sp) Development of technical knowledge, tone production, and performance skills on woodwind instruments appropriate for school music teaching.

348L Percussion Instruments Class: Performance and Teaching Strategies (2, Sp) Development of technical knowledge, tone production, and performance skills on percussion instruments appropriate for school music teaching. Class and lab required.

390 Special Problems (1-4, FaSp) Supervised, individual studies. No more than one registration permitted. Enrollment by petition only.

400m The Broadway Musical: Reflection of American Diversity, Issues, and Experiences (4, FaSpSm) Selected Broadway musicals serve as a catalyst for inquiry into human diversity, cross-culturalism, and significant social and political issues.

402 Teaching Choral Music (3, Sp) Problems of school choral organizations; the changing and adolescent voice; appropriate repertoire and materials.

403 Teaching Instrumental Music (3, Sp) Problems of school instrumental organizations; teaching wind, string, and percussion instruments; appropriate repertoire and materials.

430 Music for Children (3, FaSp) Concepts, activities and materials for teaching music in grades K-6. Peer teaching and field observation required. Corequisite: CTSE 203.

443 Jazz Pedagogy (2, Fa) Concepts, methods, and resources; examination and comparison of textbooks, recordings, tapes, and materials related to the study and teaching of jazz.

448 Teaching General Music (2, Irregular) Development of a philosophy of music education which emphasizes appreciation; practical application to teaching music in the schools; choice and presentation of music for listening.

449 Teaching Marching Band (2, Fa) Modern school marching band techniques; precision drill; administration; rehearsal techniques.

450ab Piano Pedagogy: Intermediate Literature and Functional Skills (a: 2, Fa; b: 2, Sp) Methods, study of college curriculum keyboard classes. Studio/group instruction. Business practices; audition, interview techniques. 450a: Survey and observation. 450b: practice teaching; secondary piano classes. Prerequisite: a: MUPF 431b; b: MUED 450a or departmental approval.

452 Introduction to Technology in Music Education (2, Fa) Applications of computers and electronic music to music education; survey of current approaches and materials.

479x Music for the Elementary Classroom Teacher (3, FaSp) The nature and structure of music, its processes, and its notational symbols. Not for music majors. Prerequisite: MUED 330.

490x Directed Research (2-8, max 8, FaSpSm) Individual research and readings. Not available for graduate credit. Prerequisite: departmental approval.

499 Special Topics (2-4, max 8, Irregular) Selected topics of current interest reflective of changing trends in music education.

500 Introduction to Research in Music Education (2, Sp) Survey of research literature; interpreting research and research reports; organizing and writing research reports.

502 Social and Historical Foundations of Music Education (2, 2 years, Fa or Sp) American musical tradition; development of music teaching and learning in the changing context of American society.

503 Philosophical and Psychological Foundations of Music Education (2, 2 years, Fa or Sp) Implications of psychology of music and aesthetic theory for music teaching and learning.

505 Teaching and Learning Music (2, Irregular) Studies of the latest resources concerning the teaching and learning of music so that musicians can function more effectively as both teachers and performers.

520 Early Childhood Music (2, Irregular) An overview of significant developmental issues, current research, and appropriate practices for children from birth to age eight. Professor-guided practicum teaching.

530 Teaching Vocal Jazz (2, Irregular) Strategies for teaching the principles of vocal jazz; historical perspective, repertoire, recordings, improvisation, scat, accompaniment, amplification, rehearsing, teaching sequences. No prior jazz experience necessary.

542 Orchestra Development (2, Irregular) Repertoire and rehearsal techniques appropriate for school and community orchestras useful in solving specific problems of technical and tonal growth. Prerequisite: MUCD 343.

545 String Class Pedagogy (2, Irregular) Approaches to beginning through intermediate string class instruction in school and other group setting derived from principles of Suzuki, Bornoff, Rolland, and other leading teachers. Prerequisite: MUED 345abL.

546 Wind Band Pedagogy (2, Irregular) Beginning and intermediate wind band development in school and community. Survey of method books; new approaches and repertoire useful in solving specific problems of technical and tonal growth. Prerequisite: MUCD 343.

547 Jazz Ensemble Development (2, Irregular) Techniques, approaches, teaching materials, and music useful in developing jazz ensembles in educational settings, from junior high school through college.

548 Orchestral Bowing (2, 2 years, Fa or Sp) Introduction to bowing function and style with application to typical repertoire; practical experience for teachers and conductors in educational and community settings.

550 Teaching Music Fundamentals and Appreciation Courses (2, 2 years, Fa or Sp) Purpose and objectives of music in general education. Survey of current approaches and materials.

552 Music Education Courseware Development (2, Sp) Development of music education courseware using current technology. Two lecture hours per week. Prerequisite: MUED 452.

590 Directed Research (1-12, FaSpSm) Research leading to the master's degree. Maximum units which may be applied to the degree to be determined by the department. Graded CR/NC.

592 Final Project (2, max 2) Required for the Master of Music Education degree. Credit upon acceptance. Graded CR/NC. Prerequisite: MUED 500.

594abz Master's Thesis (2-2-0, FaSpSm) Credit on acceptance of thesis. Graded IP/CR/NC.

599 Special Topics (2-4, max 8, Irregular) Selected topics of current interest reflective of changing trends in music education

601 Field Seminar in Elementary School Music Education (2, 2 years, Fa or Sp) Observation in schools. Identification and analysis of problems; strategies for improvement; alternative approaches including those of Orff and Kodaly. Readings, examination of teaching materials. Prerequisite: MUED 501.

602 Field Seminar in Choral Music Education (2, 2 years, Fa or Sp) Observation in schools. Current practice; identification and analysis of problems; strategies for improvement; readings, examination of music and teaching materials. Prerequisite: MUED 501.

603 Field Seminar in Instrumental Music Education (2, 2 years, Fa or Sp) Observation in schools. Identification and analysis of problems; strategies for improvement. Readings, examination of music and teaching materials. Prerequisite: MUED 501.

604 Preparing School Music Teachers (2, 2 years, Fa or Sp) Analysis of best practices in teacher training; faculty, curriculum, schedule, materials, methods, and supervision of directed teaching. Prerequisite: three years of teaching music in public schools or two years of college teaching.

641 Administration of College and University Music (2, Irregular) Faculty, curricula, budgets, equipment; committee organization; concerts and recitals; preparatory program; standard practices of the National Association of Schools of Music.

790 Research (1-12, FaSpSm) Research leading to the doctorate. Maximum units which may be applied to the degree to be determined by the department. Graded CR/NC.

792 Critique of Research in Music Education (2, 2 years, Fa or Sp) Problems of research in Music Education. Consideration of needed areas and appropriate methodology based on a critical analysis of recent research and related writings.

794abcdz Doctoral Dissertation (2-2-2-2-0, FaSpSm) Credit on acceptance of dissertation. Graded IP/CR/NC.

 

Music Ensemble (MUEN)

Large ensemble requirements in undergraduate curricula must be fulfilled by the following ensembles: University Chorus (207, 407); Men's Chorus (208, 408); Women's Chorus (209, 409); Oriana Choir (211, 411); University Concert Choir (210, 410); USC Chamber Choir (212, 412); University Orchestra (220, 420); Community Orchestra (221, 421); University Wind Ensemble (223, 423); or University Band (224, 424).

Exceptions to the above policies include:Contemporary Music Ensemble and Early Music Ensemble may fulfill the large ensemble requirement for instrumental majors, with the approval of the conductor of University Orchestra or Wind Ensemble and the chair of the student's major department.

Music Education majors may count toward their ensemble requirement only one semester of Trojan Marching Band (to apply toward ensemble elective credit, not large ensemble). Instrumental emphasis majors must take one semester of a choral ensemble. Theory/Composition majors must register for at least two units in a choral ensemble. Students majoring in Strings, Vocal Arts, or Wind and Percussion may not count Community Orchestra toward their large ensemble requirement.

Vocal Arts majors must register for University Concert Choir or USC Chamber Choir to fulfill their large ensemble requirement.

Further exceptions may be made subject to departmental approval and approval of the conductor of the appropriate large ensemble.

205 Vocal Jazz Ensemble (1, max 4, FaSp) Study and performance of vocal ensemble literature from the Jazz idiom, with emphasis on improvisational techniques. Prerequisite: by audition or departmental approval.

207 University Chorus (1, max 4, FaSp) Rehearsal and performance of choral literature from all periods of music history. Open to all students.

208 USC Men's Chorus (1) Rehearsal and performance of choral repertoire from all periods written for male voices. Open to all students.

209 USC Women's Chorus (1) Rehearsal and performance of choral repertoire from all periods written for treble voices. Open to all students.

210 University Concert Choir (1, max 4, FaSp) Performance of choral works of all styles and periods. Open to all students by audition.

211 USC Oriana Choir (1) Rehearsal and performance of advanced chamber music written for women's voices. Open to all students by audition.

212 USC Chamber Choir (1, max 4, FaSp) Performance of vocal chamber music and choral masterworks from the 16th century to the present. Open to all students by audition.

214 Opera Chorus (1, max 4, FaSp) Study and performance of operatic choruses and extended ensembles of all styles and periods. Open to students by audition.

220 University Orchestra (1, max 4) Rehearsals requiring practice periods of three hours each per week and participation in concert programs. Open to all students by audition.

221 USC Community Orchestra (1, max 4, FaSp) Rehearsal and performance of orchestra repertoire. Open to all students, faculty, staff, and members of the community. Audition not required.

222 Trojan Marching Band (1, max 4) Rehearsal and participation in performances for athletic and other university functions. Open to all students by audition.

223 University Wind Ensemble (1, max 4, FaSp) Rehearsal and participation in concert programs. Open to all students by audition.

224 University Band (1, max 4) Rehearsal and performance of standard repertoire. Open to all students by audition.

225 Wind and Percussion Chamber Music (1, max 4, FaSp) Performance of chamber music for wind and percussion instruments. Open to all students by audition.

226 Guitar Ensemble (1, max 4, FaSp) Rehearsal and performance of literature composed, transcribed and arranged for small guitar ensembles, including literature for small ensembles of guitar and other instruments, as well as voice.

227 String Chamber Music (1, max 4, FaSp) Preparation and performance of small ensemble literature for strings.

228 Keyboard Ensemble (1, max 4, FaSp) Preparation and performance of literature for piano duets and duo-piano.

229 Jazz Ensemble (1, max 4, FaSp) Rehearsal and performance of literature written for large jazz ensemble. Open to all students by audition.

230 Contemporary Music Ensemble (1, max 4, FaSp) Performance of 20th-century music; readings of student and faculty compositions; experimental music; guest conductors, composers, performers; annual concert series.

232 Jazz Chamber Music (1, max 4, FaSp) Preparation and performance of literature for jazz chamber groups. Open to all students by audition.

244 Vocal Chamber Music (1, max 4, Fa) Study of solo ensemble vocal literature such as duets, trios, quartets, madrigals, etc. Open to all students by audition.

250 Early Music Ensemble (1, max 4, FaSp) Rehearsal and performance of vocal and instrumental ensemble music of the Renaissance, and Baroque, with emphasis on chamber music for solo voices and bowed and plucked strings. Instrumentalists are required to perform on either their own or the School's historical instruments. Prerequisite: audition.

322 Trojan Marching Band (1, max 4) Continuation of MUEN 222.

405 Vocal Jazz Ensemble (1, max 8, FaSp) Continuation of MUEN 205.

407 University Chorus (1, max 8, FaSp) Continuation of MUEN 207.

408 USC Men's Chorus (1) Rehearsal and performance of choral repertoire from all periods written for male voices. Open to all students.

409 USC Women's Chorus (1) Rehearsal and performance of choral repertoire from all periods written for treble voices. Open to all students.

410 University Concert Choir (1, max 8, FaSp) Continuation of MUEN 210.

411 USC Oriana Choir (1) Rehearsal and performance of advanced chamber music written for women's voices. Open to all students by audition.

412 USC Chamber Choir (1, max 8, FaSp) Performance of vocal chamber music and choral masterworks from the 16th century to the present. Open to all students by audition.

414 Opera Chorus (1, max 8, FaSp) Continuation of MUEN 214.

420 University Orchestra (1, max 8, FaSp) Continuation of MUEN 220.

421 USC Community Orchestra (1, max 8, FaSp) Continuation of MUEN 221.

423 University Wind Ensemble (1, max 8, FaSp) Continuation of MUEN 223.

424 University Band (1, max 8) Continuation of MUEN 224.

425 Wind and Percussion Chamber Music (1, max 8, FaSp) Performance of chamber music for wind and percussion instruments. Open to all students by audition.

426 Guitar Ensemble (1, max 4, FaSp) Rehearsal and performance of literature composed, transcribed and arranged for small ensembles, including literature for small ensembles of guitar and other instruments, as well as voice.

427 String Chamber Music (1, max 8, FaSp) Continuation of MUEN 227.

428 Keyboard Collaboration (1, max 4, FaSp) Preparation and performance of literature for piano with voice and string, woodwind, brass and percussion instruments.

429 Jazz Ensemble (1, max 8, FaSp) Continuation of MUEN 229.

430 Contemporary Music Ensemble (1, max 8, FaSp) Continuation of MUEN 230.

432 Jazz Chamber Music (1, max 4, FaSp) Continuation of MUEN 232.

444 Vocal Chamber Music (1, max 8, Fa) Continuation of MUEN 244.

450 Early Music Ensemble (1, max 8, FaSp) Continuation of MUEN 250.

528 Keyboard Collaboration (1, max 4, FaSp) Continuation of MUEN 428.

532 Jazz Chamber Music (1, max 4, FaSp) Preparation and performance of advanced literature for jazz chamber groups. Open to graduate students, by audition.

628 Keyboard Collaboration (1, max 4, FaSp) Continuation of MUEN 528.

650 Early Music Ensemble (1, max 8, FaSp) Continuation of MUEN 450.

 

Music History and Literature (MUHL)

100x Jazz, Ragtime, and Blues (4) Gateway to the minor in Jazz Studies. Historical evolution of jazz from its origins to present day; elements of musical structures and jazz styles. Not available for credit to jazz studies majors.

200x Introduction to Concert Music (4, FaSpSm) Gateway to the Bachelor of Arts degree in Music. Elements of music and media of performance in historical perspective. Listening sections and concert attendance integrated with lectures. Not available for credit to Bachelor of Music and Bachelor of Arts in Music majors.

220x The Great Composers (4, FaSp) A survey of the life and musical works of one of the great composers of Western art music. No reading knowledge of music required. Not available for credit to music majors.

280ab Music from 1750 to the Present (a: 3, Fa; b: 3, Sp) Major classical, romantic, and modern composers, styles, and musical genres. Detailed analysis of selected works. Prerequisite: MUTC 132ab and MUTC 133ab.

302 Musical Cultures of the World (4, FaSp) Survey of the world's major musical cultures; aesthetic and social values, theoretical systems, musical style and structure, instruments, and performance traditions.

333 Music History Review (1-2, FaSpSm) Supervised review of the materials covered in undergraduate music history courses for students whose music history examinations indicate the need for further study.

350abx Music, Culture, and Ideas (3-3, FaSp) Study of music and its relation throughout history to science, letters, and the fine arts. Close examination of selected works in a cultural context. Not available for credit to B.M. majors. Preparation: Reading knowledge of music is required. Prerequisite: MUTC 130ab or MUTC 133ab.

385ab Music from Antiquity to 1750 (a: 3, Fa; b: 3, Sp) Musical styles and genres, performance practices, research methods, and related topics. Detailed analyses of selected works. Prerequisite: MUTC 232ab and MUTC 233ab.

390 Special Problems (1-4) Supervised, individual studies. No more than one registration permitted. Enrollment by petition only.

403 Introduction to Armenian Music (2, Sp) Folk and church music; text, origins, genres, and general characteristics.

416 Evolution of the Guitar in the United States (3) Historical survey of styles, literature and performance practice; emphasis on playing technique and interpretation. A time-line study relating guitar to popular music and historical events.

426ab Classical Guitar History and Literature (3-3) Studies in the history and literature of the classical guitar and its antecedents, the lute and vihuela.

428 Women in Music (4, Irregular) Women as composers, performers and teachers, from the Middle Ages to the present; women's role in non-western traditions; issues in feminist music aesthetics. Prerequisite: MUHL 200x, MUHL 350abx or MUHL 280ab.

471 Opera History and Literature (2, Irregular) Musical theater - its historical, political, and economic foundations; significant milestones in opera; interrelation between the dramatic theater, opera, concert, and church music. Prerequisite: for music majors, MUHL 280ab; for nonmusic majors, MUHL 200x.

472ab Piano History and Literature (a: 2, Fa; b: 2, Sp) Solo piano literature; emphasis on composers' influences, performance practices and the development of the pianoforte. a: Late Baroque through Beethoven. b: Schubert to the present. Prerequisite: for music majors, MUHL 280ab; for nonmusic majors, MUHL 200x and departmental approval.

476 Music Criticism (2) Procedure and practice in forming critical judgments of music and in writing music criticism; practical journalism; professional and community ethics. Prerequisite: for music majors, MUHL 280ab; for nonmusic majors, MUHL 200x.

479 Song Literature (2, max 4, FaSp) Song literature of Italy, France, Germany, Russia, Norway, Sweden, England, America; comparative analysis of various composers and their influence on song literature. Prerequisite: for music majors, MUHL 280ab; for nonmusic majors, MUHL 200x.

486 Jazz Masters of the 20th Century (2) Examination of major artists of the jazz tradition with emphasis on the innovators of each period. Detailed analysis of selected repertoire.

490x Directed Research (2-8, max 8, FaSpSm) Individual research and readings. Not available for graduate credit. Prerequisite: departmental approval.

499 Special Topics (2-4, max 8, FaSpSm) Selected topics of current interest.

560 Studies in World Music (2, Sp) The indigenous and transcultural musics of Africa, India, Indonesia, the Balkans, the Commonwealth of Independent States, the Far East, the Middle East, and Latin America. Prerequisite: MUHL 570.

570 Introduction to Graduate Study (2, FaSp) Basic bibliography, literature, and research techniques useful in graduate music study. Required of all graduate students majoring in music.

572 Seminar in Notation (3, Fa) Musical notation of the Middle Ages, the Renaissance, and Baroque; transcriptions and scoring. Text abbreviations and translations; editorial practice. Problems of modern notation. Prerequisite: MUHL 570.

573 Music of the Middle Ages (2, Sp; 2 years, Sm) Chief musical developments in Western Europe from the beginning of the Christian era to the middle of the 14th century. Prerequisite: MUHL 570.

574 Music of the Renaissance (2, Sp; 2 years, Sm) Chief musical developments in Western Europe from the middle of the 14th century to the end of the 16th. Prerequisite: MUHL 570.

575 Music of the Baroque Era (2, Fa; 2 years, Sm) Styles, forms, composers, and compositions of the Baroque era. Prerequisite: MUHL 570.

576 Music of the Classical Period (2, Sp; 2 years, Sm) Development of classical style in symphonic music, opera, and chamber music. Prerequisite: MUHL 570.

577 Music of the 19th Century (2, Fa; 2 years, Sm) Vocal and instrumental music of the Romantic era from late Beethoven through Brahms. Prerequisite: MUHL 570.

578 Music of the 20th Century (2, Sp; 2 years, Sm) Chief musical developments in Western Europe and the Americas from 1890 to the present. Prerequisite: MUHL 570.

580 Historical Perspectives in Jazz (2) Chief musical developments in the principal styles of Jazz from their inception to the present. Prerequisite: graduate standing or departmental approval.

581 History of Music Theory from Antiquity to 1750 (2) Study of major writers and topics in theoretical literature from antiquity through the early 18th century. Prerequisite: MUHL 570.

582 History of Music Theory from 1750 to the Present (2) Study of major writers and topics in theoretical literature from approximately 1750 to the present. Prerequisite: MUHL 570.

583 Special Studies in Medieval Music (2, max 4, Irregular) Music problems and composers of the period. Specific emphasis to be determined by the department. Prerequisite: MUHL 570.

584 Special Studies in Renaissance Music (2, max 4, Irregular) Music problems and composers of the period. Specific emphasis to be determined by the department. Prerequisite: MUHL 570.

585 Special Studies in Baroque Music (2, max 6, Irregular) Music problems and composers of the period. Specific emphasis to be determined by the department. Prerequisite: MUHL 570.

586 Special Studies in the Music of the Classical Period, 1730-1800 (2, max 6, Irregular) Music problems and composers of the period. Specific emphasis to be determined by the department. Prerequisite: MUHL 570.

587 Special Studies in the Music of the 19th Century (2, max 6, Irregular) Music problems and composers of the period. Specific emphasis to be determined by the department. Prerequisite: MUHL 570.

588 Special Studies in Music of the 20th Century (2, max 6, Irregular) Music problems and composers of the period. Specific emphasis to be determined by the department. Prerequisite: MUHL 570.

589ab Seminar in the Repertory of Early Music (a: 2, Fa; b: 2, Sp) In-depth study of musical sources and treatises for instruments, voice, and ensembles. Prerequisite: MUHL 570.

590 Directed Research (1-12, FaSpSm) Research leading to the master's degree. Maximum units which may be applied to the degree to be determined by the department. Graded CR/NC. Prerequisite: MUHL 570 and departmental approval.

594abz Master's Thesis (2-2-0) Credit on acceptance of thesis. Graded IP/CR/NC.

595 Seminar in Performance Practices (2, max 4) Scholarly preparation and authentic performance of music written before c. 1770. Ornamentation and improvisation, tunings and temperaments, early language pronunciation, historical instruments, etc. Prerequisite: MUHL 570.

599 Special Topics (2-4, max 8, Irregular) Selected topics of current interest.

683 Seminar in Medieval Music (2-3, max 6, Irregular) Problems and composers of the period; specific emphasis determined by the department. Prerequisite: MUHL 570 and departmental approval.

684 Seminar in Renaissance Music (2-3, max 6, Irregular) Problems and composers of the period; specific emphasis determined by the department. Prerequisite: MUHL 570 and departmental approval.

685 Seminar in Baroque Music (2-3, max 6, Irregular) Problems and composers of the period; specific emphasis determined by the department. Prerequisite: MUHL 570 and departmental approval.

686 Seminar in Classical Music (2-3, max 6, Irregular) Problems and composers of the period; specific emphasis determined by the department. Prerequisite: MUHL 570 and departmental approval.

687 Seminar in Romantic Music (2-3, max 6, Irregular) Problems and composers of the period; specific emphasis determined by the department. Prerequisite: MUHL 570 and departmental approval.

688 Seminar in 20th-Century Music (2-3, max 6, Irregular) Problems and composers of the period; specific emphasis determined by the department. Prerequisite: MUHL 570 and departmental approval.

695 Seminar in Music History (3, Sm) Chronological and systematic studies. Prerequisite: 12 units of graduate Music History and Literature.

790 Research (1-12, FaSpSm) Research leading to the doctorate. Maximum units which may be applied to the degree to be determined by the department. Graded CR/NC. Prerequisite: MUHL 570 and departmental approval.

794abcdz Doctoral Dissertation (2-2-2-2-0, FaSpSm) Credit on acceptance of dissertation. Graded IP/CR/NC.

 

Music Industry (MUIN)

270 Introduction to the Music Industry (4, Sp) A survey of the music business with emphasis on distribution of recorded music, music publishing, performance rights societies, record companies, agents, personal managers and contracts. Open to music industry majors and minors only.

275ab Recording Arts Workshop (4,-4, FaSp) Principles, techniques, and aesthetic possibilities of the recording studio chain and its application to various media. Open to recording arts and music industry majors only.

280 Communications in the Music Industry (4) A survey of the music industry communications including radio, television, film, satellite communications, records, compact disc, cassette, cable and any future forms of transmission and delivery systems.

286 Record Production Management (2, FaSp) Function of the record producer, studio procedures, music business law, union relations, artist management, copyright and publishing agreements, record company structure.

291 The Mixing Console (2, Fa) Professional mixing console design, layout, operation, mic preamps, switching, VCAs, automation, computerized recall. Prerequisite: MUIN 275b.

360 Introduction to Music Law (4) A study of entertainment law with a focus on the music industry. Areas of study include contracts, domestic practices, international practices, copyright protection, trademarks.

370 Distribution of Recorded Music and Music Publishing (4, Sp) A survey of various methods used to distribute music to the public. Record distribution, manufacturing, retail outlets, accounting, publishing and performance rights. Prerequisite: MUIN 360.

379ab Recording Studio Theory (a: 2, Fa; b: 2, Sp) Basic electronic concepts needed to understand operational parameters of a state-of-the-art recording studio; schematics, interface, capacitance, resistance, and problem solving. Prerequisite: MUIN 275b.

380 Tape and Tape Recorders (2, Fa) Professional analog tape recorders and tape including tape composition, formats, head design, logic, and locator design and operation. Prerequisite: MUIN 275b.

385 Radio in the Music Industry (4, Fa) A survey of radio; its operation and effect on the music industry. Topics include advertising, playlists, program direction, FCC, networks, news, promotion, payola and format development.

389 Digital Equipment and Recording (2, Fa) Digital equipment including computers, sequencers, digital signal processors, digital synthesizers, MIDI, and rotary and stationary digital recording. Prerequisite: MUIN 275b.

392 Acoustics and Speaker Design (2, Sp) Principles of acoustics relating to studio construction, wall treatment and furnishings; natural reverberation, speaker materials, passive and active crossovers, and time alignment. Prerequisite: MUIN 275b.

425 Live Music Production and Promotion (4) A survey of the presentation of the live musical experience. Both classical and popular concert presentation will be examined including venue selection, promotion and security.

430 Artist Management and Development (4) A study of issues relating to the personal management of music artists including negotiating contracts, image, career development, agents, touring, merchandising, fees and duties.

435 Manufacture and Distribution of Musical Products (4, Sp) An in-depth study of musical instrument manufacture and distribution in the United States. Topics covered include sheet music, instrument rentals, lessons and band operations.

440 Arts Management (4, Fa) A survey of the management of non-profit and for-profit arts organizations with emphasis on funding, donor development tax status and promotion.

442 Operation of the Radio Studio (2, Fa) An in-depth study of radio studio technical operations. Topics include consoles, microphones, transmission considerations, networks, satellites, and digital and analog production situations. Prerequisite: MUIN 275ab.

443 Supervision of Music for Television and Film (4, Sp) Introduction to music designed for synchronization to picture including history of music in cinema, music editing, supervision, performance rights licensing, production and music scoring procedures. Prerequisite: MUIN 270.

445 International Music Industry (4, Sp) A survey of international operations of music distribution, publishing, touring, law, promotion, customs and practices. Prerequisite: MUIN 370.

446 Computer Assisted Recording and Editing (2, FaSp) Techniques and applications of recording and editing sound on personal computers. Hardware, software, editing for song, sound effects and dialog for film.

447 Radio Management (4, Fa) An in-depth study of radio management including staffing, revenue management, program development, communications, regulations and international networking. Prerequisite: MUIN 385.

450 Practicum in Music Industry Issues (Internship) (2-4, max 8, FaSp) Field application of music industry theories and practices; part-time employment. Project jointly defined by student, employer and professor. Junior or senior standing. Graded CR/NC. Prerequisite: MUIN 370.

475abx Recording Arts Workshop (a: 2-4, Fa; b: 2-4, Sp) Principles, techniques, and aesthetic possibilities of the recording studio chain and its application to various media. Not available for credit to recording arts or music industry majors.

477 Remote Recording Techniques (2, Sp) Special problems of location recording; specialized equipment; microphone design and operation. Prerequisite: MUIN 380.

478 Advanced Multichannel Remix (2-4) Special problems of multichannel remixing with simultaneous audio re-processing. Album, film, television and multimedia formats will be covered. Prerequisite: MUIN 291, MUIN 380.

488ab Recording Studio Maintenance (2-2) Fundamentals needed to perform maintenance on professional audio equipment including trouble-shooting, interface, and alignment procedures. Prerequisite: MUIN 475ab.

493 Audio Signal Processing Equipment (2, FaSp) Principles and design characteristics of digital and analog signal processing equipment including plate and digital reverbs, synchronizers, digital editing systems and mastering systems. Prerequisite: MUIN 291, MUIN 380.

494 Classical Music Recording (4, FaSm) Principles of classical music recording with emphasis on history, equipment, techniques, and locations. Differences in orchestral, choral, opera, and small ensemble recording.

570 The Music Industry (4, FaSpSm) A graduate level survey of the music business with emphasis on distribution of recorded music, music publishing, performance rights societies, musical products and live music.

 

Performance (MUPF)

120ab Beginning Pop/Rock Guitar (2-2, FaSpSm) Introduction to the performance technique of pop and rock guitar, exploring repertoire by groups such as the Beatles, Metallica, Led Zeppelin, Nirvana, and the Stones, as well as acquiring valuable music theory fundamentals. Beginning and intermediate levels.

124ab Beginning Guitar (a: 2, Fa; b: 2, Sp) a: Playing of accompaniments and melodies; note reading and basic musicianship. b: Elementary arranging techniques and solo guitar playing.

141 Class Voice (2, max 4, FaSp) Introduction to the fundamental principles of singing: breath control, tone production, diction, and the use of appropriate song material.

150abcd Beginning Piano (2-2-2-2, FaSp) Techniques of performance, note reading, and basic musicianship. Not open to music majors.

153 Individual Instruction (1, 2, or 4, max 8, FaSpSm)

158 Guitarists in the U.S. (2) Study of the lives and music of influential guitarists; analysis of musical and technical details. Open to all university students.

159 Functional Skills for Studio Guitarists I (2) Study of technique, theory and aural skills as applied to guitar; fingerboard organization of melodic and chordal topics; sight reading.

160ab Functional Skills for Keyboard Majors I (a: 2, Fa; b: 2, Sp) Sight-reading and principles of style as related to intermediate literature; c-clef and open score reading; improvisation and functional harmony. Introduction to standard reference works, periodicals. Required of all keyboard majors.

163abcd Beginning Harp (2-2-2-2, FaSp) Basic instruction in the fundamentals of solo harp playing, note reading, and basic musicianship. Open to music and non-music majors.

170ab Introduction to Piano Repertoire and Performance (a: 1, Fa; b: 1, Sp) Survey of basic piano repertoire and styles through lecture, discussion, and performance. a: Late Baroque through Beethoven; b: Schubert to the present. Prerequisite: piano performance major status or departmental approval.

174 Fundamentals of Music Technology (2) Introductory microphone technique, signal processing, and computer literacy for musical performers.

180 Techniques of Jazz Improvisation (2, max 4) Development of improvisational skills through instrumental performance.

201 Individual Instruction (1 or 2, max 8, FaSpSm) Secondary instrument for lower division students. Will not substitute for MUPF 153 or MUPF 253.

218ab Afro-Latin Percussion Instruments (2-2) Instruction in the performance of percussion instruments associated with African, South American, and Caribbean music traditions, with special emphasis on adaptation to jazz music.

220 Performance Forum (1, max 4, FaSp) A series of meetings for all music students, dealing with practical matters related to professional careers in music. Graded CR/NC.

241 Intermediate Class Voice (2, max 4, FaSp) Continued development of the fundamentals of singing, diction, and repertoire building. Prerequisite: MUPF 141 or departmental approval.

250ab Keyboard Instruction I (2-2, FaSp) Beginning and elementary instruction; emphasis on reading skills, harmonization, transposition, score reading; group instruction in a keyboard laboratory facility.

252 Individual Instrument Performance Class I (1, max 4, FaSp) Solo and orchestra repertoire, professional preparation, reed making, and other matters appropriate to group study. Required of all first and second year wind and percussion majors each semester in residence.

253 Individual Instruction (1, 2, or 4, max 8, FaSpSm)

257 Classical Guitar Performance Class (2, max 8, FaSp) Technical problems; solo and ensemble literature; interpretation; professional preparation. Required of first and second year Classical Guitar majors each semester in residence.

258 Functional Skills for Studio Guitarists II (2, max 4, FaSp) Melodic and chordal topics applied to the total fingerboard; successful completion required for junior standing. Prerequisite: MUPF 159.

260ab Functional Skills for Keyboard Majors II (2-2, FaSp) Sight-reading and principles of style as related to lower advanced literature; extended score reading; improvisation and functional harmony. Mini-survey; basic keyboard literature. Prerequisite: MUPF 160b.

262 Double Bass Performance Class (1, max 4, FaSp) Study of solo and orchestra repertoire, professional preparation, and teaching techniques. Required of all first and second year double bass majors each semester in residence. Prerequisite: music major or departmental approval.

263 Harp Performance Class (1, max 4, FaSp) Study of solo and orchestra repertoire, professional preparation, and teaching technique. Required of all first and second year harp majors each semester in residence. Prerequisite: music major or departmental approval.

303 Operatic Stage Training I (2, max 8, FaSp) Use of dramatic techniques in the interpretation and performance of music. Basic acting for the operatic stage; movement, improvisation, makeup; period dances and techniques of relaxation.

311 Vocal Jazz Techniques (2, max 4) Development of skills needed for the professional vocal jazz musician. Study of the standard jazz repertoire, vocal improvisation, lead sheet writing, and working with rhythm sections. Prerequisite: MUPF 180 or departmental approval.

328ab Improvisation and Arranging for Guitar (3-3) Principles of improvisation and impromptu arranging; comparison and application of techniques and musical styles of the various kinds of guitars and related fretted instruments.

341 Keyboard Skills for Improvisors (2) Reading skills related to jazz accompanying; "fake" books, chord progressions commonly used in jazz. Prerequisite: MUPF 250ab or departmental approval.

350ab Keyboard Instruction II (2-2, FaSp) Intermediate and advanced instruction; development of skills necessary for proficiency examinations. Group and individualized instruction in a keyboard laboratory facility. Prerequisite: MUPF 250b.

353 Individual Instruction (1, 2, or 4, max 8, FaSpSm)

358 Performance Practices for Studio Guitarists (2, max 4) Rehearsal procedures; stage deportment; interpretation of solo and ensemble literature; preparation for recitals and professional performance. Prerequisite: MUPF 258.

360ab Accompanying (a: 2, Fa; b: 2, Sp) Techniques of vocal and instrumental accompanying.

390 Special Problems (1-4, Irregular) Supervised, individual studies. No more than one registration permitted. Enrollment by petition only.

401 Individual Instruction (1 or 2, max 8, FaSpSm) Secondary instrument for upper division or graduate students. Will not substitute for MUPF 353, MUPF 453, MUPF 553, or MUPF 653.

402 Musical Theatre Workshop (2, max 8, Irregular) Stylistic and technical features of dramatic and musical elements involved in performance of American musical and standard operetta repertoire; staging of scenes. Prerequisite: departmental approval.

403 Operatic Stage Training II (2, max 8, FaSp) Continuation of MUPF 303. Acting of operatic roles in different periods and styles; specific recital and audition techniques.

404 Word and Music in Opera (2, max 8, Irregular) Performance class for singers and pianists; analysis of recitatives, arias, and ensembles of various operatic styles; study of the technique of effective musical delivery. By audition only.

405 USC Opera (2, max 12, FaSp) Preparation, rehearsal, and performance of operatic works and excerpts; study of different operatic styles; public appearances. By audition only.

406 Opera Coaching Techniques (2, max 8, Irregular) Score study for pianists, coaches, and conductors; role analysis; transcription techniques for one or two pianos of an orchestral score.

407 Directing for the Operatic Stage (2, max 8, FaSp) Various approaches to operatic style; basic blocking; stage management. Student direction of scenes produced in USC Opera.

410 Movement Training for Musicians (2, max 4, FaSp) Movement training for musicians, stressing body awareness and control through a combination of dance and mind/body techniques. Includes alignment, energy flow, relaxation techniques, music/movement coordination.

415 Studio Guitar Pedagogy (2) Teaching techniques and literature; function of the hands; acoustical properties of instruments.

417 Classical Guitar Pedagogy (2) Teaching techniques and literature; function of the hands; acoustical properties of instruments.

419m The Jazz Experience: Myths and Culture (4, FaSp) An examination of the music, culture, and mythology of jazz revealed through the study of jazz fiction, film, poetry, and recorded examples.

422 The Beatles: Their Music and Their Times (4) Music, lyrics, recordings, production techniques, career strategy, social ramifications, and especially the technological impact of the musical group known as the Beatles.

423 Classic Rock: Popular Music of the Sixties and Seventies (2) Critical examination of the lyrics, structure, associated mythology, technology, and evolving styles of popular music reflecting the turbulent societal changes during the Sixties and Seventies.

431ab Piano Pedagogy: Introduction and Practicum (2-2, FaSp) The learning process at the keyboard; pedagogy and methodology of beginning methods. Studio/group instruction: children/adults. MUPF 431a: survey and observation. MUPF 431b: practice teaching: beginners. Prerequisite: MUPF 253, MUPF 260b.

435 Technology of the Pianoforte and Harpsichord (3, Irregular) Analysis of technical innovations and maintenance of the pianoforte and harpsichord as related to musical performance.

438 Vocal Pedagogy (2, Fa) Voice physiology and function. (Duplicates credit in former MUPF 441a.)

439 Vocal Pedagogy Practicum (2, Sp) Pedagogical approaches and methodology; practice teaching. (Duplicates credit in former MUPF 441b.) Prerequisite: MUPF 438.

442ab Diction (a: 2, Fa; b: 2, Sp) Principles of pronunciation and enunciation; use of international phonetic alphabet. a: French and Italian. b: German and English.

443 Cantata and Oratorio (2, 2 years, Fa) Historical survey of literature, style and performance practice; emphasis on performing solo and small ensemble sections of larger works.

450 Collegium Workshop (1, max 8, FaSp) Study and rehearsal of music of the Middle Ages, Renaissance, and Baroque; technique, interpretation, improvisation, and ornamentation. Open to all students.

451 Advanced Jazz Improvisation (2, max 4, Sp) Development of advanced improvisational skills, including Lydian-chromatic and bi-modal techniques, through instrumental performance. Prerequisite: junior standing and departmental approval.

452 Individual Instrument Performance Class II (1, max 4, FaSp) Solo and orchestra repertoire, professional preparation, reed making, and other matters appropriate to group study. Required of all third and fourth year wind and percussion majors each semester in residence.

453 Individual Instruction (1, 2, or 4, max 8, FaSpSm)

457 Classical Guitar Performance Class (2, max 8, FaSp) Technical problems; solo and ensemble literature. Required of all third and fourth year classical guitar majors each semester in residence.

458 Current Electric Guitar Styles (2) Analysis and performance of music and techniques currently in use in the recording, TV and motion picture studios; includes study of recordings, videos and guitar equipment. Prerequisite: departmental approval.

460 Advanced Accompanying (2, max 4, FaSp) Continuation of MUPF 360ab. Prerequisite: MUPF 360b.

462 Double Bass Performance Class (1, max 8, FaSp) Continuation of MUPF 262. Required of all third and fourth year double bass majors each semester in residence. Prerequisite: music major or departmental approval.

463 Harp Performance Class (1, max 8, FaSp) Continuation of MUPF 263. Required of all third and fourth year harp majors each semester in residence. Prerequisite: music major or departmental approval.

465ab Organ Class I (2-2) Mechanics of organ construction; literature and performance practices of various national and historical schools; service playing; pedagogy.

466ab Organ Class II (2-2) Continuation of MUPF 465ab.

471ab String Pedagogy (a: 2, Fa; b: 2, Sp) Survey of teaching literature; techniques of teaching beginning, intermediate, and advanced students.

472 Orchestra Repertoire - Strings (1, max 8, FaSp) Orchestral literature for string players, covering a broad spectrum of the repertoire; emphasis on preparation for auditions.

476ab Advanced Electronic Studio Techniques (2-4; 2-4) a: Digital devices and specialized audio processing modules applied to electronic music. Prerequisite: MUPF 474b. b: Continuation of MUPF 476a. Emphasis on individual projects.

481 Interpretation of Baroque Music (2, max 6, FaSp) Repertoire and performance practice in music of the period: style, phrasing, embellishments, dynamics, tempi. Performance in class of solo and ensemble works, instrumental and vocal.

482 Interpretation of Classic, Romantic, and 20th Century Wind and Percussion Music (2) Analysis and performance of 18th, 19th, and 20th century ensemble music, octet through symphonic band; historical perspectives of instruments including technical developments.

490x Directed Research (2-8, max 8, FaSpSm) Individual research and readings. Not available for graduate credit. Prerequisite: departmental approval.

499 Special Topics (2-4, max 8) Selected topics of current interest.

520 Special Studies in Solo Repertoire for Piano (2, max 12, FaSp) Historical, stylistic and pedagogical aspects of solo repertoire. Special emphasis to be determined by the department.

540 Special Studies in Vocal Literature (2, max 6, Sp) Art song, concert and operatic repertoire. Emphasis to be determined by the department.

541 Comparative Vocal Pedagogy (2, 2 years, Sp) Survey of pedagogical sources from early 17th century to present; major historic figures, terminologies and methods; relevance to modern-day singing and teaching practice.

544 Acoustics of Speech and Singing Production (2, Irregular) Acoustic properties of phonation and articulation in speech and singing production; survey of experimental literature; suggestions for practical application of knowledge.

553 Individual Instruction (1, 2, or 4, max 8, FaSpSm)

557 Advanced Classical Guitar Performance Class (1, max 4) Study of advanced classical guitar solo and ensemble literature; interpretation; professional preparation and other topics appropriate for group study. Prerequisite: bachelor's degree with music major; principal instrument, classical guitar.

558 Advanced Studio Guitar Performance Class (1, max 4) Study of advanced studio guitar and ensemble literature; interpretation; professional preparation and other topics appropriate for group study. Prerequisite: bachelor's degree with music major; principal instrument, studio guitar.

560 Song Interpretation Master Class (2, max 12, FaSp) For advanced singers and pianists.

561 Chamber Music Interpretation Master Class (2, max 12, FaSp) For advanced pianists and instrumentalists.

588 Special Studies in Jazz Performance (2, max 6) Performance problems, composers and/or stylistic analysis of music from the jazz idiom. Specific emphasis to be determined by the Jazz Studies department. Prerequisite: graduate standing or departmental approval.

590 Directed Research (1-12, FaSpSm) Research leading to the master's degree. Maximum units which may be applied to the degree to be determined by the department. Graded CR/NC.

650 Collegium Directing (2) Practical training in directing a Collegium Musicum; program planning, repertory search and preparation, instrumentation, rehearsal procedure, and maintenance of instruments.

653 Performance (1, 2, or 4, max 12, FaSpSm) Individual or master class instruction for D.M.A. Performance majors.

688 Special Topics in Jazz Performance (2, max 4, Fa) Examination and analysis of solo and compositional repertory of the jazz idiom through transcription and comparative research. Specific emphasis to be determined by the Jazz Studies department.

 

Music Theory and Composition (MUTC)

101x Fundamentals of Music Theory (2, FaSp) An introductory course in music theory required for those majors in need of remedial training, and available to the general student who wishes to develop music writing skills. Music majors assigned to MUTC 101x must enroll concurrently in the Aural Skills program (MUTC 132ab sequence). Not available for credit for music majors. Recommended preparation: ability to read music.

130abx Basics of Music Theory (a: 3, Fa; b: 3, Sp) Introduction to music theory for music minors; scales, intervals, principles of common practice harmony; melodic, harmonic, and structural analysis; 20th century developments. Not available for credit to B.M. majors.

132ab Aural Skills I (a: 1, Fa; b: 1, Sp) Sight-singing, dictation, related keyboard application.

133ab Theory I (a: 3, Fa; b: 3, Sp) a: Notation, scales, intervals; introduction to counterpoint; harmonic principles of the common practice period; analysis, written work. b: Continuation of MUTC 133a; elements of form; application of analysis to performance. Concurrent registration in Aural Skills required.

135 Counterpoint I (2, Sp) The study of the techniques of modal counterpoint; exercises in two-, three- and four-part writing in 16th century style. Prerequisite: MUTC 133a.

137ab Introduction to Composition (2-2, FaSp) Beginning exercises in composition, study and class discussion of assigned scores and recordings.

200ab Jazz Styles Analysis (2-2) Theoretical skills and analytical techniques related to jazz styles from Dixieland to the present. a: Styles through Progressive Swing. b: Bebop to the present.

220 Composition Forum I (1, max 2, FaSp) Performance and discussion of student compositions; guest composers and lecturers; special events. Required for all first and second year Theory-Composition majors. Graded CR/NC.

221abx Composition for Non-Majors (2-2, FaSp) Introduction to the composition of concert music, involving set exercises as well as free composition, and the study and discussion of assigned scores and recordings. Intended for interested, qualified students not majoring in composition. Not available for credit to theory and composition majors. Prerequisite: MUTC 130bx, MUTC 133b or departmental approval.

232ab Aural Skills II (a: 1, Fa; b: 1, Sp) Continuation of MUTC 132ab.

233ab Theory II (a: 3, Fa; b: 3, Sp) a: Analysis of representative pieces from the classic and romantic periods; exercises in composition. b: Survey of 20th century developments; composition utilizing 20th century techniques. Prerequisite: MUTC 133b.

235 Counterpoint II (2, Sp) Studies in tonal counterpoint; two-, three- and four-part counterpoint in 18th century style; polyphonic variations; inventions. Prerequisite: MUTC 236.

236 Orchestration I (2, Fa) Introduction to the principles of instrumentation; ranges techniques, timbres; transpositions of orchestral instruments; beginning exercises in orchestration. Prerequisite: MUTC 135.

237ab Composition I (4-4, FaSp) Composition in shorter forms, continuation of score analysis and listening assignments. Prerequisite: MUTC 137b or departmental approval.

250 Songwriting I (2, FaSp) Development of musical and lyrical skills, composing, listening, analysis, and critiques of popular original music.

252 Songwriting II: Arranging and Performing (2, FaSp) Continuation of Songwriting I with emphasis on development of arrangements and performance of original popular music in preparation for songwriting showcases. Prerequisite: MUTC 250 or departmental approval.

254 Songwriting III: Demo Production (2, FaSp) Music arranging and recording of original songs for demonstration purposes including mixing, editing, functions of midi and production techniques. Prerequisite: MUTC 252 or departmental approval.

300 Theory Review (1, FaSpSm) Review of materials covered in Theory I and II. For students whose entrance examination in music theory indicates the need for further study.

320 Composition Forum II (1, max 2, FaSp) Continuation of MUTC 220. Required of all third year composition majors.

332ab Aural Skills III (a: 1, Fa; b: 1, Sp) Continuation of MUTC 232ab.

333 Aural Skills Review (1, FaSp) Review of the materials covered in Aural Skills I, II, and III. For students whose entrance examination in aural skills indicates the need for further study.

334ab Analytical Techniques (2-2, FaSp) Selected analytical topics. Prerequisite: MUTC 232b and MUTC 233b.

336ab Orchestration II (a: 2, Fa; b: 2, Sp) Intermediate exercises in orchestration, including scoring for chamber ensembles and orchestra; study of the history of orchestration. (Duplicates credit in MUTC 436a.) Prerequisite: MUTC 235 or MUTC 338x.

337ab Composition II (2-2, FaSp) Continuation of MUTC 237; composition in larger forms. Prerequisite: MUTC 237b.

338x Elementary Orchestration (2, Fa) Range, techniques, timbre, transposition of orchestral instruments; exercises in orchestration. Not available for credit to Theory and Composition majors. Prerequisite: MUTC 232b and MUTC 233b.

339 Orchestration Review (1, FaSm) Review of materials covered in elementary orchestration; for students whose entrance examination in orchestration indicates a need for further study.

341 Counterpoint Review (1, SpSm) Review of materials covered in tonal counterpoint. For students whose entrance examination in counterpoint indicates the need for further study. For graduate students only.

342ab Aural Skills for Improvisors (1-1, FaSp) Sight-singing and dictation applied to jazz repertoire. Vocalization of modal and synthetic jazz scales and chordal qualities. Prerequisite: MUTC 132b, MUTC 200ab or departmental approval.

347 Jazz Composition (2, max 4) Composing in the jazz medium.

360 Music Notation and Copying (1) Development of skills in music calligraphy.

370ab Arranging for the Recording Media (2-2) Arranging and composing for studio recording ensembles. Prerequisite: departmental approval.

390 Special Problems (1-4) Supervised, individual studies. No more than one registration permitted. Enrollment by petition only.

400 Arranging for Jazz Ensemble (2) Scoring for jazz ensemble with emphasis on writing for sections of like and mixed instruments as well as full ensemble.

406ab Contemporary Notation (2-2) Notating new music; study and comparison of representative scores.

420 Composition Forum III (1, max 2, FaSp) Continuation of MUTC 320. Required for all fourth year composition majors.

421abx Composition for Non-Majors II (2-2, FaSp) Continuation of MUTC 221abx. Not available for credit to theory and composition majors. Prerequisite: MUTC 221bx or departmental approval.

425 Instrumental Music of Debussy and Ravel (2) Critical examination of the piano, chamber, and orchestral scores; comparison of styles, techniques and aesthetics of these "Impressionist" composers. Prerequisite: MUTC 336a or MUTC 338x; MUHL 280b.

432ab Advanced Theory (1 or 2; 1 or 2) Special problems in music theory.

434ab Advanced Analytical Techniques I (2-2) Analysis of extended works in the larger forms. Prerequisite: MUTC 237b.

435 Counterpoint III (2, Fa) Canon and fugue; 19th and 20th century developments. Prerequisite: MUTC 336b.

436 Orchestration III (2, Sp) Continuation of Orchestration II. Prerequisite: MUTC 336ab.

437ab Composition III (2-2, FaSp) Individual instruction in composition; preparation for senior recital. Not intended for SMPTV students. Prerequisite: MUTC 337b.

438 Arranging for Marching Band (2) Fundamental concepts; instrumental capabilities; notation; color and scoring; modulation; percussion writing. Prerequisite: MUTC 336b or MUTC 338x.

439 Band Arranging (2, max 4) Characteristics and use of individual instruments; writing for separate choirs; chamber and solo writing; scoring piano, organ, and orchestral music for band. Prerequisite: MUTC 237b, MUTC 336b or MUTC 338x.

440ab Composition for Films and Television (2-2) Planning, timing, composing, and orchestrating music for dramatic and documentary films and television programs. Prerequisite: MUTC 336b or MUTC 338x, MUTC 337b.

441 Choral Arranging (1 or 2, max 4) Practice in arranging and composing for chorus. Prerequisite: MUTC 340x or MUTC 237b.

442ab Film Music Production (2-2) This course encompasses the entire preparation and recording of music for a motion picture. Prerequisite: departmental approval.

443ab Film Score Analysis (2-2) A chronological and analytical study of motion picture score literature. Prerequisite: departmental approval.

470 Electroacoustic Composition (2) Electronic music for the composer: history of means and styles, aesthetic issues and practical problems, computer usages, bibliography and repertoire. Recommended preparation: MUEA 474a.

490x Directed Research (2-8, max 8) Individual research and readings. Not available for graduate credit. Prerequisite: departmental approval.

499 Special Topics (2-4, max 8) Selected topics of current interest.

520 Composition Forum IV (1, max 2, FaSp) Continuation of MUTC 420. Graded CR/NC.

522ab Film Orchestration (2-2, FaSp) Scoring for chamber ensembles and orchestra, with an emphasis on unusual musical combinations used in films and television.

523ab Electronic Music for Film (2-2, FaSp) The use of synthesizers in full electronic scores as well as in conjunction with the acoustic orchestra; incorporates keyboard, EW1, EB1, and electronic guitar synthesizers.

532ab Musical Analysis (2-2) a: Survey of approaches to analysis. Emphasis on major forms and procedures of the tonal period. b: 20th century approaches to organization of pitch, rhythm, texture, form, etc.

533ab Analysis of Tonal Music (2-2) Survey of systematic approaches to musical analysis and their application to selected tonal works. Prerequisite: MUTC 434b or the equivalent.

534ab Analysis of Post-Tonal Music (2-2) Analytic methods and applications to selected 20th century works. Prerequisite: MUTC 434b.

536 Advanced Orchestration I (1 or 2, max 4, FaSp) Continuation of Orchestration III with emphasis on contemporary techniques. Prerequisite: MUTC 436b.

537 Advanced Composition I (1 or 2, max 8) For graduates with evidence of preparation for advanced work. Prerequisite: MUTC 437b.

540 Readings in the Theory of Music (2) Survey of major theoretical writings throughout history, focusing on recurrent questions and major lines of development. Prerequisite: MUTC 434b, MUHL 280b, MUHL 385b.

545ab Advanced Film Composition (2-2, FaSp) The technique of fragmented development of musical themes necessary in film composition.

547 Jazz Composition (2, max 4, Fa) Application of theoretical and compositional techniques used in jazz to written music. Analysis and performance of historical and contemporary examples will be included.

550 Teaching Music Theory (2) Comparative study of curricula, text materials, and teaching strategies in music theory.

590 Directed Research (1-12) Research leading to the master's degree. Maximum units which may be applied to the degree to be determined by the department. Graded CR/NC.

592 Selected Topics in Graduate Composition (2, max 8, Irregular) Seminar for graduate students in composition that addresses aesthetic, technical and analytical issues from a composer's perspective. Open only to Theory and Composition majors.

594abz Master's Thesis (2-2-0) Credit on acceptance of thesis. Graded IP/CR/NC.

599 Special Topics (2-4, max 8) Seminars in selected areas of study.

633ab Advanced Analysis of Tonal Music (2-2) Continuation of MUTC 533ab.

634ab Advanced Analysis of Post-Tonal Music (2-2) Continuation of MUTC 534ab.

636 Advanced Orchestration II (1 or 2, max 4, FaSp) Continuation of Advanced Orchestration I with emphasis on historical survey of orchestral compositions and advanced orchestration projects. Prerequisite: MUTC 536.

637 Advanced Composition II (1 or 2, max 4) Continuation of MUTC 537. For students holding the M.M. degree in composition. Prerequisite: MUTC 537.

737 Advanced Composition III (1 or 2, max 8) Continuation of MUTC 637. Prerequisite: MUTC 536, MUTC 637.

790 Research (1-12) Research leading to the doctorate. Maximum units which may be applied to the degree to be determined by the department. Graded CR/NC.

794abcdz Doctoral Dissertation (2-2-2-2-0) Credit on acceptance of dissertation. Graded IP/CR/NC.