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MSL 2001 - Leadership and Decision Making (2)
When Offered: Fall
This course studies individual leadership characteristics and styles and what makes them successful or unsuccessful in different situations and environments. The course also provides an introduction to practical leadership skills required of a small group leader. Course topics include: leadership principles and characteristics, military written and oral communications; use of the map and compass for land navigation; small unit tactical operations. MSL 2001 continues with leadership instruction appropriate for any future leader, but is especially useful for students demonstrating the potential and desire for possible service as a US Army officer. The course is open to all students and has no military obligation. The MSL 2001 Leadership Lab includes all the lab topics of MSL 1001 with additional focus on small unit leadership opportunities for emerging leaders. This course may be taken in conjunction with MSL 1001 .
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MSL 2002 - Army Doctrine and Team Development (2)
When Offered: Spring
The Army Doctrine and Team Development course examines how to build successful teams, various methods for influencing action, the importance of timing the decision, and creativity in the problem solving process. Students are assisted through the officer pre-qualification process to insure their preparation to begin the demanding two-year Advanced Course curriculum that begins with MSL 3001 . MSL 2002 is designed for students demonstrating the potential and desire for possible service as a US Army officer. The course is open to all students and has no military obligation. The MSL 2002 Leadership Lab includes all the lab topics of MSL 1002 with additional focus on small unit leadership opportunities for emerging leaders. This course may be taken in conjunction with MSL 1002 .
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MSL 2003 - Cadet Initial Entry-Lateral Entry (CIET-LE) (5)
When Offered: Summer Session
At the month long Cadet Initial Entry-Lateral Entry Course (CIET-LE) students will be given the opportunity to learn, develop, and practice leadership within a challenging, stressful and competitive framework. The CIET-LE environment (similar to the Outward Bound program) provides students an opportunity to demonstrate overall officer potential and characteristics such as loyalty, duty, respect, selfless-service, honor, integrity, personal courage and leadership. Successful completion of CIET-LE requires a cadet to meet or exceed the standard in a variety of objective evaluations. Normally taken the summer following the sophomore year as substitute for the first two years of ROTC (ROTC Basic Course). This course fulfills the requirements for entry into the ROTC Advanced Course. Training is conducted at Ft. Knox, Kentucky, about an hour south of Louisville, Kentucky. Transportation and expenses are paid for by the government. To receive five hours credit, a student must register and pay a fee to the University.
Prerequisite: completion of sophomore year of college, cumulative GPA of 2.0, and selection by the department.
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MSL 2500 - Independent Study (1-4)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
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MSL 3001 - Training Management and the Warfighting Function (3)
When Offered: Fall
Students conduct self-assessment of leadership style, develop a personal fitness regimen, and have the opportunity to learn how to plan and conduct individual/small unit tactical training while testing reasoning and problem-solving techniques. Students receive direct feedback on leadership abilities. MSL 3000 level courses prepare a student to become a commissioned officer in the US Army. Lecture three hours, laboratory three hours. The MSL 3001 Leadership Lab places students in demanding leadership positions for training, coaching and evaluation. Labs cover a variety of tactical situations to prepare cadets for success at the National Advanced Leadership Camp.
Prerequisite: Selection by the department as well as successful completion of the Basic Course (first two years of ROTC) or its equivalent as approved by a Professor of Military Science and Leadership.
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MSL 3002 - Applied Leadership in Small Unit Operations (3)
When Offered: Spring
Examines the role that communications, values, and ethics play in effective leadership. Topics include ethical decision-making, consideration of others, spirituality in the military, and survey Army leadership doctrine. Emphasis on improving oral and written communication abilities, and pre-camp orientation. MSL 3000 level courses prepare a student to become a commissioned officer in the US Army. Lecture three hours, laboratory three hours. The MSL 3002 Leadership Lab places students in demanding leadership positions for training, coaching and evaluation. Labs cover a variety of tactical situations to prepare cadets for success at the National Advanced Leadership Camp.
Prerequisite: MSL 3001 or permission of a Professor of Military Science and Leadership.
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MSL 3003 - Cadet Leadership Course (4)
When Offered: Summer Session
The 30-day National Advanced Leadership Camp (NALC) incorporates a wide range of subjects designed to develop and evaluate leadership ability. The challenges are rigorous and demanding, both mentally and physically. Advanced Camp tests intelligence, common sense, ingenuity and stamina. These challenges provide a new perspective on an individual’s ability to perform exacting tasks and to make difficult decisions in demanding situations. Successful completion of this course (along with MSL 4000 level courses) leads to a commission as an officer in the US Army. Usually taken the summer following junior year. Training is conducted at Ft. Lewis, Washington, about an hour south of Seattle. Travel and expenses are paid by the government. To receive four hours of credit, a student must register and pay a fee at the University.
Prerequisites: Selection by the department and successful completion of MSL 3001 and MSL 3002 .
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MSL 3500 - Independent Study (1-4)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
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MSL 3520 - Instructional Assistance (1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
A supervised experience in the instructional process on the university level through direct participation in a classroom situation.
Graded on an S/U basis
Prerequisite: junior or senior standing. May be repeated for a total credit of three semester hours. Approved contract required.
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MSL 3530-3549 - Selected Topics (1-4)
When Offered: On Demand
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MSL 3823 - American Military History (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring. Odd-numbered years.(Summer Session 1.Even-numbered years.)
This course explores the American military experience from its origins in the colonial period to the present day. It is designed to view military history from a variety of angles, through multiple perspectives and formats, and to broaden students’ views of the American military establishment. We will examine traditional military topics, such as strategy and tactics, and combat operations, as well as exploring “new military history” topics, such as the interaction between war and society, civil-military relations, and the social history of soldiers. We will also explore how political, social, and cultural factors have influenced the nature of warfare and the military institution in American history.
(Same as HIS 3823 .)
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MSL 4001 - The Army Officer (3)
When Offered: Fall
Develops student proficiency in planning and executing complex operations, functioning as a member of a staff, and mentoring subordinates. Students explore training management, methods of effective staff collaboration, and leadership and developmental counseling techniques. MSL 4000 level courses complete the student’s preparation to become a commissioned officer in the US Army. Lecture three hours, laboratory three hours. The MSL 4001 Lab places senior cadets in leadership positions of the cadet corps to plan and execute the leadership training of the MSL 3001 cadets and their preparation for the National Advanced Leadership Camp.
Prerequisite: MSL 3002 or permission of a Professor of Military Science and Leadership.
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MSL 4002 - Company Grade Leadership (3)
When Offered: Spring
Cadets study military law, small unit and staff operations, personal affairs, service customs, and officer orientation in preparation for graduation and commissioning. MSL 4000 level courses complete the student’s preparation to become a commissioned officer in the US Army. Lecture three hours, laboratory three hours. The MSL 4002 Lab places senior cadets in leadership positions of the cadet corps to plan and execute the leadership training of the MSL 3002 cadets and their preparation for the National Advanced Leadership Camp.
Prerequisite: MSL 4001 or permission of a Professor of Military Science and Leadership.
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MSL 4500 - Independent Study (1-4)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
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MUS 0900 - Introduction to Music Theory (3)
When Offered: Fall
An introduction to music theory and requisite aural skills for music majors. Course counts as three hours credit toward course load and full-time student eligibility but does not count toward hours required for graduation (See “Academic Regulations ”).
Graded on an S/U basis.
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MUS 1000 - Elements of Music Theory (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
An introduction to music theory for non-music majors. This course carries credit toward the music minor and elementary education major but no credit toward music degrees.
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MUS 1001 - Music Theory I (2)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
A course in the fundamentals of music integrating basic materials and skills. The study of diatonic harmony is approached through part writing and analysis. Lecture and demonstration three hours.
May be repeated no more than twice, including withdrawals after the initial add/drop period.
Prerequisite: successful completion of MUS 0900 or passing grade on entrance test.
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MUS 1002 - Music Theory II (2)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
A continuation of Music Theory I, completing the study of diatonic harmony and introducing chromatic harmony. Analysis, partwriting and other written skills are integrated. Lecture and demonstration three hours.
May be repeated no more than twice, including withdrawals after the initial add/drop period.
Prerequisite: MUS 1001 and MUS 1007 with a minimum grade of “C-” (1.7) in each course.
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MUS 1003 - Contemporary Musicianship I (3)
When Offered: Fall
A study of music skills necessary for the Music Industry Studies major involving written, aural, and analytical perspectives. Lecture three hours.
May be repeated no more than twice, including withdrawals after the initial add/drop period.
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MUS 1007 - Aural Skills I (2)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
A course for the development of fundamental aural skills. The study of music fundamentals is approached through sight singing and ear training. Aural skills are developed through computer-assisted instruction. Lecture and demonstration two hours.
May be repeated no more than twice, including withdrawals after the initial add/drop period.
Prerequisite: successful completion of MUS 0900 or passing grade on entrance test.
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MUS 1008 - Aural Skills II (2)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
A continuation of Aural Skills I. Sightsinging and ear training of rhythmic patterns, diatonic melody and diatonic harmonic progression. Aural skills are developed through computer-assisted instruction. Lecture and demonstration two hours.
May be repeated no more than twice, including withdrawals after the initial add/drop period.
Prerequisites: MUS 1001 and MUS 1007 with a minimum grade of “C-” (1.7) in each course.
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MUS 1028 - Brass Class: Trumpet, Trombone, Euphonium, Tuba (1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
A study of the pedagogical techniques and methods used in teaching trumpet, trombone, euphonium and tuba in the public school environment. Lecture and demonstration two hours.
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MUS 1030 - Strings Class (1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
A study of the pedagogical techniques and methods used in teaching violin, viola, cello, and bass in the public school environment. Lecture and demonstration two hours.
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MUS 1032 - Percussion Class (1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
A study of the pedagogical techniques and methods used in teaching standard percussion instruments in the public school environment. Lecture and demonstration two hours.
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MUS 1035 - Woodwinds Class I: Flute, Clarinet, Saxophone (1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
A study of the pedagogical techniques and methods used in teaching flute, clarinet and saxophone in the public school environment. Lecture and demonstration two hours.
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MUS 1036 - Woodwinds Class II: Oboe, Bassoon, Horn (1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
A study of the pedagogical techniques and methods used in teaching oboe, bassoon, and horn in the public school environment. Lecture and demonstration two hours.
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MUS 1037 - Voice Class I (1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
Acquisition of vocal technique essential for the practicing music educator, music therapist, or sacred musician and development of a repertoire of traditional, ethnic, folk, and popular songs. Lecture-demonstration one hour, laboratory one hour.
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MUS 1038 - Voice Class II (1)
When Offered: Spring
Continued acquisition of vocal technique essential for the practicing music educator or sacred musician and continued development of a repertoire of traditional, ethnic, folk, and popular songs. Lecture-demonstration one hour, laboratory one hour.
Prerequisite: MUS 1037 .
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MUS 1040 - Piano Class I (1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
Group instruction in the fundamental principles of piano technique. Lecture-demonstration one hour, laboratory one hour.
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MUS 1041 - Piano Class II (1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
Group instruction in piano technique. Lecture-demonstration one hour, laboratory one hour.
Prerequisite: MUS 1040 with a minimum grade of “C” (2.0).
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MUS 1042 - Guitar Class I (1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
Group instruction in the fundamental principles of playing the nylon string classical guitar. Lecture and demonstration two hours.
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MUS 1043 - Guitar Class II (1)
When Offered: Spring
Group instruction in intermediate level nylon string classical guitar playing. Lecture and demonstration two hours.
Prerequisite: MUS 1042 or equivalent background.
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MUS 1045 - Diction I (1)
When Offered: Spring
The application of the International Phonetic Alphabet to the principles and practice of Italian, Latin and English pronunciation as applied to vocal music with regard to performance and teaching. Lecture one hour, laboratory one hour. (SPEAKING)
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MUS 1046 - Diction II (1)
When Offered: Fall
The application of the International Phonetic Alphabet to the principles and practice of French and German pronunciation as applied to vocal music with regard to performance and teaching. Lecture one hour, laboratory one hour.
Prerequisite: MUS 1045 or approval of the instructor.
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MUS 1052 - Functional Guitar I (1)
When Offered: Fall
Acquisition of basic guitar accompanying and group music leadership skills essential for the practicing music therapist. Development of a repertoire of traditional, folk and popular songs. Lecture and demonstration two hours. Music Therapy majors only or permission of the instructor.
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MUS 1053 - Functional Guitar II (1)
When Offered: Spring
Acquisition of intermediate guitar accompanying and group music leadership skills essential for the practicing music therapist. Development of a repertoire of traditional, folk, and popular songs. Music Therapy majors only or permission of the instructor. Lecture and demonstration two hours.
Prerequisite: MUS 1052 with a minimum grade of “C” (2.0) or equivalent competence.
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MUS 1100 - Marching Band (0-1)
When Offered: Fall
Marching Band is a performance-based course presenting musical artistry combined with complementary visual elements. The band performs at home football games, parades, pep rallies and represents the University at special ceremonies and events. Open to students with prior band experience. The band begins rehearsals one week prior to the opening of Fall semester. Rehearsal five hours, one dress rehearsal before each game.
May be repeated for credit.
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MUS 1101 - Symphony Band (0-1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
Membership is limited to wind and percussion players who demonstrate, in an audition, an appropriate level of musical achievement. This primarily includes music majors, although non-music majors are welcome to audition. Rehearsal four hours.
May be repeated for credit.
Audition or permission of instructor required.
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MUS 1102 - Wind Ensemble (0-1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
Membership is limited to wind and percussion players who demonstrate, in an audition, a high level of musical achievement. This primarily includes music majors, although non-music majors are welcome to audition. Rehearsal four hours.
May be repeated for credit.
Audition required.
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MUS 1103 - Brass Choir (0-1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
The brass choir is limited in members to 25 and is augmented with a percussion section for various numbers. Rehearsal three hours.
May be repeated for credit.
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MUS 1104 - Jazz Ensemble (0-1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
This group is open to all students by audition. Emphasis is placed on developing a variety of popular music styles. Concerts are given on the campus and occasionally at schools off campus. Rehearsal three hours.
May be repeated for credit.
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MUS 1105 - Appalachian Symphony Orchestra (0-1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
The Appalachian Symphony Orchestra is open to all students who have attained a high level of ability and experience in playing an orchestral instrument. Emphasis is placed on securing good ensemble as well as the technical, dynamic and interpretive demands of the composition performed. The orchestra appears in concert several times during the year. Rehearsal three hours with additional sectional rehearsals.
May be repeated for credit.
An audition is required.
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MUS 1106 - Appalachian Philharmonia (0-1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
The Appalachian Philharmonia is open to highly qualified students who have the ability to perform challenging repertoire under the demands of a professional-style rehearsal process. Faculty members and visiting professionals occasionally lead the individual orchestra sections in rehearsal and performance. Due to the small size of the ensemble, each musician must be prepared to play solo passages. The group appears in concert each semester. Rehearsal three hours.
May be repeated for credit.
Prerequisite: permission of the instructor.
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MUS 1107 - Small Ensembles (0-1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
Small ensembles of mixed instruments are open to all qualified students upon audition. Rehearsal two hours.
May be repeated for credit.
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MUS 1108 - University Singers (0-1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
The singers accept students who read music and sing well. Auditions are open to all students. Emphasis is placed on fine choral literature of all periods, with particular emphasis given to the works of outstanding composers. Rehearsal three hours.
May be repeated for credit.
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MUS 1109 - Appalachian Chorale (0-1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
A non-auditioned mixed chorus open to all students and members of the community. Major choral works are the typical repertory. Rehearsal two hours.
May be repeated for credit.
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MUS 1110 - Treble Choir (0-1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
This organization is open by audition to all students capable of and interested in singing literature for soprano and alto voices. Rehearsal three hours.
May be repeated for credit.
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MUS 1111 - ASU Glee Club (0-1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
This organization is open to all students capable of and interested in singing literature for tenor, baritone and bass voices. Rehearsal three hours.
May be repeated for credit.
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MUS 1112 - Chamber Singers (0-1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
A select group usually consisting of 16 voices which specializes in the performance of chamber literature of all periods. Selection is based on audition. Rehearsal three hours.
May be repeated for credit.
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MUS 1113 - Opera Workshop (0-1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
A select group of singers who design, plan and execute a musical production each semester. Rehearsal three hours.
May be repeated for credit.
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MUS 1114 - Piano Ensemble (0-1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
Supervised study and performance of duo and four-hand piano literature. Rehearsal two hours.
May be repeated for credit.
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MUS 1115 - Accompanying (0-1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
Supervised study of accompanying vocal and instrumental solos. Rehearsal three hours.
May be repeated for credit.
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MUS 1116 - Percussion Ensemble (0-1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
The function of this ensemble is to introduce the student to the wide area of percussion ensemble literature and to give the student small ensemble experience in the principal area of performance. Rehearsal three hours.
May be repeated for credit.
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MUS 1117 - Gospel Choir (0-1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
A non-auditioned choral ensemble open to all members of the campus community. Literature performed is drawn from the African American religious experience and performances reflect that ethnic background. Rehearsal three hours.
May be repeated for credit.
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MUS 1119 - Flute Choir (0-1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
Small ensemble for flutes. Permission of the instructor. Rehearsal two hours.
May be repeated for credit.
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MUS 1120 - Trombone Choir (0-1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
Small ensemble for trombones. Permission of the instructor. Rehearsal two hours.
May be repeated for credit.
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MUS 1121 - Trumpet Choir (0-1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
Small ensemble for trumpets. Permission of the instructor. Rehearsal two hours.
May be repeated for credit.
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MUS 1122 - Woodwind Ensemble (0-1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
Small ensemble for woodwinds. Permission of the instructor. Rehearsal two hours.
May be repeated for credit.
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MUS 1123 - String Ensemble (0-1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
Small ensemble for strings. Permission of the instructor. Rehearsal two hours.
May be repeated for credit.
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MUS 1124 - Guitar Ensemble (0-1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
Small ensemble for guitars. Permission of the instructor. Rehearsal two hours.
May be repeated for credit.
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MUS 1125 - Pep Band (0-1)
When Offered: Spring
Small ensemble for winds and percussion. Performs at home basketball games. Permission of the instructor.
May be repeated for credit.
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MUS 1126 - Community Band (0-1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
An instrumental ensemble of 50-60 players that is open to students, faculty, staff and members of the community. A concert is presented each semester. Rehearsal three hours.
May be repeated for credit.
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MUS 1127 - Concert Band (0-1)
When Offered: Spring
Membership is open to all students. Primarily comprised of non-music majors and music majors performing on secondary instruments, the Concert Band offers continued performance opportunities for those students who wish to keep music in their lives. Rehearsal three hours.
May be repeated for credit.
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MUS 1128 - Jazz Vocal Ensemble (0-1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
This ensemble is open to all students by audition. Emphasis is placed on singing jazz and popular styles. Rehearsal three hours.
May be repeated for credit.
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MUS 1129 - Vocal Double Quartet (0-1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
This ensemble is open to all male students by audition. Emphasis is placed on a cappella singing in popular styles. Rehearsal one hour.
May be repeated for credit.
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MUS 1131 - Tabla Ensemble (0-1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
This ensemble is open to all students by audition. Emphasis is placed on table performance. Rehearsal one hour.
May be repeated for credit.
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MUS 1132 - Percussion Quartet (0-1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
This ensemble is open to music majors by selection of instructor. Emphasis is placed on percussion performance. Rehearsal two hours.
May be repeated for credit.
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MUS 1133 - African Ensemble (0-1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
This ensemble is open to all students by audition. Emphasis is placed on performance of African percussion music. Rehearsal one hour.
May be repeated for credit.
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MUS 1134 - Mid-East Ensemble (0-1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
This ensemble is open to all students by audition. Emphasis is placed on performance of Mid-East percussion music. Rehearsal one hour.
May be repeated for credit.
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MUS 1135 - Steel Band (0-1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
This ensemble is open to all students by audition. Emphasis is placed on steel drum performance. Rehearsal two hours.
May be repeated for credit.
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MUS 1136 - Brass Quintet (0-1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
This ensemble is open to music majors by audition. Emphasis is placed on brass quintet performance. Rehearsal one hour.
May be repeated for credit.
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MUS 1137 - Tuba Choir (0-1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
This ensemble is open to all students by audition. Emphasis is placed on tuba ensemble performance. Rehearsal two hours.
May be repeated for credit.
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MUS 1138 - Collegium Musicum (0-1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
This ensemble is open to music majors by audition. Participants study and perform music of the 16th through 18th centuries. Emphasis is placed on historical performance practice for music that is played, danced or sung. Rehearsal two hours.
May be repeated for credit.
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MUS 1139 - Appalachian Repertory Orchestra (0-1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
The Appalachian Repertory Orchestra is open to all students who have ability and experience in playing any orchestral instrument. Participation requires permission of instructor. An audition may be necessary. Emphasis is placed on level-appropriate repertoire with the goal of securing good ensemble as well as the technical, dynamic and interpretive demands of the compositions performed. The orchestra appears in concert several times during the year. During the fall semester, the Repertory Orchestra will be a full orchestra; in the spring, the Repertory Orchestra becomes a string orchestra. Rehearsal three hours.
May be repeated for credit.
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MUS 1420 - Introduction to Music Industry Studies (3)
When Offered: Fall
Lectures and discussions with faculty and representatives from the music industry to familiarize students with the scope of this field including career options. For Music Industry Studies majors only or by permission of the instructor. Lecture three hours.
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MUS 1426 - Audio Fundamentals (2)
When Offered: Spring
A non-technical course for all students of the University dealing with the basic properties of sound, acoustic principles and basic electrical theory. An introduction to recording and playback components. Lecture two hours.
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MUS 1500 - Performance Seminar (0)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
A series of seminars in solo and ensemble recitals and concerts covering all aspects and problems of public appearances. Laboratory one hour.
Graded on an S/U basis.
Required of all music majors.
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MUS 2001 - Music Theory III (2)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
A continuation of Music Theory II, completing the study of chromatic harmony and including the study of twentieth century harmonic practice. Lecture and demonstration two hours.
May be repeated no more than twice, including withdrawals after the initial add/drop period.
Prerequisites: MUS 1002 and MUS 1008 with a minimum grade of “C-” (1.7) in each course.
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MUS 2002 - Music Theory IV (2)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
A continuation of Music Theory III. Counterpoint, contrapuntal forms, instrumentation and elementary orchestration are studied. Lecture and demonstration two hours.
May be repeated no more than twice, including withdrawals after the initial add/drop period.
Prerequisites: MUS 2001 and MUS 2007 with a minimum grade of “C-” (1.7) in each course.
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MUS 2004 - Liturgies (2)
When Offered: F. Alternate years
A study of the history and current practices of worship in the Jewish, Eastern Orthodox, Roman Catholic, and Protestant traditions. Includes the study of occasional services such as Lessons & Carols, Tenebrae, and Evensong. Lecture two hours.
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MUS 2007 - Aural Skills III (1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
A continuation of Aural Skills II, completing the development of sightsinging and eartraining skills involving diatonic melody, diatonic harmonic progression, and rhythmic patterns. Aural skills are developed through computer-assisted instruction. Lecture and demonstration two hours.
May be repeated no more than twice, including withdrawals after the initial add/drop period.
Prerequisites: MUS 1002 and MUS 1008 with a minimum grade of “C-” (1.7) in each course.
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MUS 2008 - Aural Skills IV (1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
A continuation of Aural Skills III, completing the development of sightsinging and eartraining skills involving chromatic melody, chromatic harmonic progression and advanced rhythmic patterns. Advanced sightsinging skills are developed. Aural skills are developed through computer-assisted instruction. Lecture and demonstration two hours.
May be repeated no more than twice, including withdrawals after the initial add/drop period.
Prerequisites: MUS 2001 and MUS 2007 with a minimum grade of “C-” (1.7) in each course.
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MUS 2009 - Sacred Music Literature and Materials (3)
When Offered: Spring. Alternate years
A survey of sacred music literature and materials, with emphasis on congregational hymnody and small-form choral anthems. Lecture three hours.
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MUS 2010 - Contemporary Musicianship II (3)
When Offered: Spring
An expansion of the aural skills and theoretical knowledge presented in MUS 1003 . The study of basic music theory concepts, integrated with aural skills (sight singing, rhythmic reading, melodic and rhythmic dictation.) Lecture three hours.
May be repeated no more than twice, including withdrawals after the initial add/drop period.
Prerequisite: MUS 1003 .
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MUS 2011 - Exploring Music in Culture (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring; Summer Session
GEN ED: Fine Arts Designation; Liberal Studies Experience
A nontechnical course for students with little or no musical background. Emphasis is placed on the style and form of music as perceived by the listener, with focuses on “classical” western European concert music and other repertoires. Lecture three hours.
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MUS 2014 - Jazz Music in American Society (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring; Summer Session
GEN ED: Fine Arts Designation; Liberal Studies Experience
Jazz may be the United States’ only original contribution to music. Due to its comparatively recent emergence as a recognized art form, a great deal of confusion exists as to the meaning, origins, development, and the place of jazz relative to other areas of music. This course will define jazz as precisely as possible and show its evolution in the historical background of the United States. Lecture three hours.
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MUS 2015 - History of Rock Music (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring; Summer Session
GEN ED: Fine Arts Designation; Integrative Learning Experience (Theme: “Revolutions: Social and Political”)
Study of musical groups, soloists and styles related to the evolution of this genre, and on related social, historic and political events. Pre-rock influences and rock music from the late 1940s through significant developments of the late twentieth century. Lecture three hours.
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MUS 2016 - Appalachian Music (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: Fine Arts Designation; Integrative Learning Experience (Theme: “Appalachian Mountains: Community, Culture, and Land”)
A survey of Appalachian music including both instrumental and vocal styles, older traditions and newer regional forms. Students will have opportunities to develop musical skills through hands-on class projects and activities. Lecture three hours.
(Same as A S 2016 .)
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MUS 2017 - Survey of Musical Theatre (3)
When Offered: Summer Session
A survey of musical theatre, tracing the development from its European roots to contemporary productions. Emphasis is on viewing and listening to productions. Video tapes and live performances are incorporated as available.
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MUS 2018 - Introduction to World Music (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring; Summer Session
GEN ED: Fine Arts Designation; Integrative Learning Experience (Theme: “Imagination, Innovation, and Meaning”)
A survey of musics representing international cultures. Emphasis is placed on the role of music in various life experiences. Lecture three hours.
(Global Learning Opportunity course)
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MUS 2019 - Country Music Survey (3)
When Offered: On Demand
A survey of country music from its beginnings in the 1920s until the present. Lecture three hours.
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MUS 2022 - Cultivating Creative Expression Through Music (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: Fine Arts Designation; Integrative Learning Experience (Theme: “Cultivating Creative Expression”)
Students will create works of music using various media, reflecting on the creative process, the influence of culture, and the dynamic and reciprocal interactions among the artist, instructor, and student. Lecture/studio three hours.
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MUS 2023 - Music and Gender (3)
When Offered: Spring
GEN ED: Fine Arts Designation; Integrative Learning Experience (Theme: “Intersections: Race, Class, and Gender”)
An investigation of the social constructions of gender and how they are reflected in music. Topics will include how gender constructions operate in compositional, performance and teaching practices.
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MUS 2024 - Music Methods for the Classroom Teacher (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
The music elements learned in MUS 2022 - Cultivating Creative Expression Through Music (3) will be used in studying materials and methods in the elementary classroom. A variety of musical activities will be presented which are suitable for all ages of elementary children. Lecture three hours.
Prerequisite: MUS 2022 . Observation and participation in pre-school and public school settings are required.
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MUS 2030 - Instrumental Playing Techniques (1)
When Offered: Spring. Alternate years
Group instruction in the fundamental principles of playing on representative orchestral instruments in each of the following categories: woodwind, brass, percussion and string. Lecture and demonstration two hours.
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MUS 2034 - Introduction to Teaching Music (1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
Introduction of teaching music in the schools within the contexts of general, band, choral, and orchestral music education. Includes basic strategies for teaching students with disabilities and within a multi-cultural context. Lecture one hour, laboratory one hour.
Prerequisites or corequisites: MUS 1002 and MUS 1008 . Public school music observations are required.
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MUS 2037 - Voice Class III (1)
When Offered: Fall. Alternate years
A continuation of first year voice class with appropriate vocal literature adapted to each student’s needs and progress. Lecture and demonstration two hours.
Prerequisite: MUS 1038 .
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MUS 2038 - Voice Class IV (1)
When Offered: Spring. Alternate years
Continued study of literature and attention to the specific needs of each student. Lecture and demonstration two hours.
Prerequisite: MUS 2037 .
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MUS 2040 - Piano Class III (1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
Group instruction in piano technique. Lecture-demonstration one hour, laboratory one hour.
Prerequisite: MUS 1041 with a minimum grade of “C” (2.0).
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MUS 2041 - Piano Class IV (1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
Group instruction in piano technique, culminating in a piano proficiency examination. Lecture-demonstration one hour, laboratory one hour.
Prerequisite: MUS 2040 with a minimum grade of “C” (2.0).
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