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2019-2020 University Catalog [Archived Catalogue]

Courses

The University Catalogue includes a listing of all active courses; course sections are not offered every term.
 
  

  • MUED 515 String Instruments



    1 credit 15.0 hours
    500 level graduate course

    Students learn basic bowing techniques, hand positions, and fingerings for standard orchestral instruments, appropriate repertoire and pedagogy, and diagnosis of typical problems of beginning performers. The performance emphasis of this course is on violin and electric bass, with viola and cello being assigned to bass majors.

    Prerequisites MUSC*102

    This course is not repeatable for credit.
  

  • MUED 516 Music Pedagogy I - Private Lessons



    1 credit 15.0 hours
    500 level graduate course

    Pedagogical and practical aspects relative to teaching private lessons. Students study the components of lessons, various pedagogical approaches, the interpersonal nature of private instruction, repertoire selection, diagnosis of problems, and administrative issues that are part of both private lessons and developing and managing a studio.

    Prerequisites MULS*212, MULS*222, or MULS*232

    This course may be completed 2 times for credit.
  

  • MUED 517 Music Pedagogy II - Improvisation



    1 credit 15.0 hours
    500 level graduate course

    The pedagogy of teaching improvisation to students of all ages, including an evaluation of literature available for various levels of difficulty.

    Prerequisites MULS*212, MULS*222, or MULS*232

    This course may be completed 2 times for credit.
  

  • MUED 518 Psychology of Music Teaching & Learning



    3 credits 45.0 hours
    500 level graduate course

    This course covers major theories and developments associated with music cognition and child development in physical, emotional, and psychological terms; and principles supported by psychological observation and investigation that appear to possess import for the teaching/learning endeavor in music. Emphasis is placed on the application of learning theories to practical considerations of teaching, including motivation, learning sequence, student-teacher interaction, and classroom management. Developmental theories, like those of Piaget and Erikson, and current research in cognitive science, are explored with attention to selecting learning experiences in the music and art classrooms.

    Prerequisites COMP*102, COMP*102D, COMP*102E, COMP*112, COMP*112H, or COMP*112W

    This course is not repeatable for credit.
    This course can fulfill a critical studies elective or general elective requirement.

    This course is equated with the following courses: MUED*400, MUED*518, MU*451A
  

  • MUED 519 Music and Children with Special Needs I



    3 credits 45.0 hours
    500 level graduate course

    This course consists of readings, discussions, guest speakers, classroom observations, and simulated teaching to help students define and examine various types of disabilities; develop a background on special education practices and laws in America; develop an appreciation of the needs of handicapped persons in general society, in education, and in music education; and guide music education students in developing goals and objectives, adapting lessons and preparing meaningful lesson plans for special students in the music classroom. Participation in class discussion based on assigned reading, a written/verbal presentation on a specific disability, field observations, and two written examinations provide the basis for evaluating student achievement.

    Prerequisites COMP*102, COMP*102D, COMP*102E, COMP*112, COMP*112H, or COMP*112W

    This course is not repeatable for credit.
    This course can fulfill a critical studies elective or general elective requirement.

    This course is equated with the following courses: MUED*401, MU*451B, MUED*401, MUED*519
  

  • MUED 590 Rehearsal Techniques - Jazz Ensemble



    2 credits 30.0 hours
    500 level graduate course

    Appropriate rehearsal techniques are studies along with rehearsal planning, score study and analysis, repertoire evaluation, selection, interpretation and preparation, performance aspects such as tuning, balancing, phrasing, and teaching improvisation in the rehearsal setting. Special topics include starting and building jazz programs, and jazz for younger students.

    Prerequisites MULS*212, MULS*222, or MULS*232

    This course is not repeatable for credit.
  

  • MUED 591 Basic Conducting



    2 credits 30.0 hours
    500 level graduate course

    An introduction to a basic repertoire of conducting patterns and gestures, providing students with a hands-on laboratory conducting experience, and giving them opportunities to utilize their music theory analytical and aural skills. Through lectures, laboratory activities, and assignments, students are introduced to the technical skills used in conducting, are provided with opportunities to explore and implement them, and develop assessment strategies to improve their conducting.

    Prerequisites MUSC*204 and MUSC*206

    This course is not repeatable for credit.
    This course is equated with the following courses: MUED*431, MUED*591, MU*254, MUED*433
  

  • MUED 592 Music & Children with Special Needs II



    3 credits 15.0 hours
    500 level graduate course

    Music and Children with Special Needs II is a required co-requisite for all Music Education minor and/or MAT in MUED students. This course will focus on quality pedagogical design in making adaptations and accommodations for special learners in the music education classroom. These will include cognitive, behavioral, physical, linguistic and social means of differentiation. Effective instructional strategies, interventions, and literacy development to meet the needs of all learners in the music education classroom are major themes addressed through study and research in this course.

    This course is not repeatable for credit.
    This course can fulfill a critical studies elective or general elective requirement.
  

  • MUED 595 Field Experience I



    1 credit 30.0 hours
    500 level graduate course

    An integral component of music education studies, as outlined by the Pennsylvania Department of
    Education for pre-service teachers, is to engage in fieldwork studies with certified teaching
    professionals. Music Education Field Experience I is a mandatory fieldwork experience for music
    education students focused on classroom observation. Twenty hours of observation in
    instrumental, vocal or general music classrooms is required. An observation journal reflective of
    teaching and learning strategies observed, interviews with faculty, and conclusions drawn
    upon the fieldwork experience are essential components of the course. Students enrolled in
    this course will also meet once per week with the faculty of record for the course at UARTS to
    discuss instructional and learning strategies observed. This course requires for students to
    have Pennsylvania Teaching Clearances, and to be placed by the Music Education Division at The
    University of the Arts in a school with a certified music educator.

    This course is not repeatable for credit.
    This course may not be audited.
    This course cannot be taken pass/fail.
  

  • MUED 596 Field Experience II



    1 credit 30.0 hours
    500 level graduate course

    An integral component of music education studies, as outlined by the Pennsylvania Department of
    Education for pre-service teachers, is to engage in fieldwork studies with certified teaching
    professionals. Music Education Field Experience II is a mandatory fieldwork experience for music
    education students. This course is focused on both observation and the opportunity for
    beginning teaching exploration with a cooperating teacher. Twenty hours of observation and
    exploration in instrumental, vocal or general music classrooms is required. An observation
    journal reflective of teaching and learning strategies observed and practiced, interviews
    with faculty, and conclusions drawn upon the fieldwork experience are essential components of
    the course. Students enrolled in this course will also meet once per week with the faculty of
    record for the course at UARTS to discuss instructional and learning strategies observed
    and explored. This course requires for students to have Pennsylvania Teaching Clearances, and to
    be placed by the Music Education Division at The University of the Arts in a school with a
    certified music educator.

    This course is not repeatable for credit.
    This course may not be audited.
    This course cannot be taken pass/fail.
  

  • MUED 602 Sociological Foundations of Music Education



    3 credits 45.0 hours
    600 level graduate course

    An intensive reading, research, and discussion course in the sociology of music education’s role in society. Students develop a basic understanding of the sociological functioning of music in society and how education in music should, but often does not, meet the greater society’s needs. Socialization in performing groups, group identity, and sociology of schools is studied. Current trends in US music education will be analyzed from a sociological perspective. Students will also develop basic sociological research and reporting skills. This course may be offered on-line.

    Open to majors in the School of Music only.
    This course is not repeatable for credit.
    This course is equated with the following courses: MUED*602, MMED*602
  

  • MUED 603 Curriculum and Assessment in Music Education



    3 credits 45.0 hours
    600 level graduate course

    The course covers the development, writing, and evaluation of curriculum as a dynamic interactive process based on research. Students develop curriculum writing and evaluation skills through critical review of various curricula, analyses of curriculum models, and developing their own curricula. Measurement and assessment of learning, which is the crucial dynamic element in curricula, is covered in depth. Upon completion of the course, students should be able to critically analyze curricula, design curricula, and develop appropriate assessment tools for various music learning situations.

    Open to Masters in Teaching in Music Education only.
    This course is not repeatable for credit.
    This course is equated with the following courses: MUED*603, MMED*603
  

  • MUED 605 Historical and Philosophical Foundations In Music Education



    3 credits 45.0 hours
    600 level graduate course

    This is an intensive course of study of the historical and philosophical foundations of music education. This course will encapsulate both the history of music education in the United States from the Colonial period to modern times, and a philosophical emphasis on twentieth and twenty-first century thought and movements in American music education. These movements and philosophies will be analyzed in terms of their impact and effectiveness and why some have succeeded where others failed. An analysis and synthesis of ideas and events will reveal historical cycles, socio-political ramifications, and periodic reintroduction/revision of previous approaches. Current trends in American music education will be analyzed from both historical and philosophical perspectives, while making evident to learners the connections of philosophical theories and theorists, and their significance through the history of music education.

    Open to majors in the School of Music only.
    This course is not repeatable for credit.
    This course is equated with the following courses: MUED*605, MMED*605
  

  • MUED 606 Integration of Technology in Music Education



    3 credits 45.0 hours
    600 level graduate course

    This course provides intensive study for learning computer programs that support the music education classroom and for understanding the effective means to authentically integrate technology in K-12 music education. This course will be based upon the seven areas of music technology developed by the Technology Institute for Music Educators (TI:ME), the National Education Technology Standards developed by the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE), and supported by the National Conference (MENC). The purpose of this course is to provide tools and resources to students that will enable them to become active agents in the growth of their technological skills that are needed to support learning in 21st century classrooms.

    Open to majors in the School of Music only.
    This course is not repeatable for credit.
    This course is equated with the following courses: MUED*606, MMED*606
  

  • MUED 610 Vsm Curricular Dev. and Plan



    2 - 3 credits undefined hours
    600 level graduate course

    Course offered at Villanova Summer Music Program. Go to www.villanova.edu/studentlife/music/summerstudies/ for course descriptions and campus information.

    Only open to MM Music Education majors.
    This course may be completed 2 times for credit.
  

  • MUED 621 Music Pedagogy III: Pre-K to Grade 4



    3 credits 45.0 hours
    600 level graduate course

    Study of pedagogical issues and approaches for music instruction in classroom music settings for children from pre-kindergarten through grade 4. Topics include goal setting and lesson planning, selection of age-appropriate materials and methods, and assessment of learning.

    Corequisite Course(s): MUED*650 and MUED*651

    Open to Masters in Teaching in Music Education only.
    This course is not repeatable for credit.
  

  • MUED 622 Music Pedagogy IV: Grades 5 to 8



    2 credits 30.0 hours
    600 level graduate course

    Study of pedagogical issues and approaches for music instruction in classroom music in grades 5-8. Topics include goal setting and lesson planning, selection of age-appropriate materials and methods, and assessment of learning, as well as the development of advanced skills in functional piano, and writing/arranging for classroom ensembles. Particular emphasis is placed on the use of technology (i.e., Smart Music, Yamaha MIS etc.) and social instruments in the music classroom. This is a TI:ME Level II course.

    Open to Masters in Teaching in Music Education only.
    This course is not repeatable for credit.
  

  • MUED 623 Music Pedagogy V: Grades 9 - 12



    2 credits 30.0 hours
    600 level graduate course

    Study of pedagogical issues and approaches for music instruction in classroom music in grades 9-12. Topics include goal setting and lesson planning, selection of age-appropriate materials and methods, and assessment of learning. Particular emphasis is placed on the use of technology (i.e., Finale, etc.) in the music classroom and teaching composition and music theory at the secondary school level, as well as digital/audio recording. This is a TI:ME Level II course.

    Open to Masters in Teaching in Music Education only.
    This course is not repeatable for credit.
  

  • MUED 624 Music Pedagogy VI Vocal/Choral



    2 credits 30.0 hours
    600 level graduate course

    Study of pedagogical issues and approaches for music instruction in vocal/choral music. Topics include voice theory, vocal production, teaching methods, and instructional materials in K-12 settings. The physiology of the voice is studied with reference to principles of choral singing. Special problems of the child and adolescent are considered.

    Open to Masters in Teaching in Music Education only.
    This course is not repeatable for credit.
  

  • MUED 630 VSM Technology in Music Ed:



    2 - 3 credits undefined hours
    600 level graduate course

    Course offered at Villanova Summer Music Program. Go to www.villanova.edu/studentlife/music/summerstudies/ for course descriptions and campus information.

    Only open to MM Music Education majors.
    This course may be completed 2 times for credit.
  

  • MUED 631 Alternative Ensembles Elementary and Middle School Ensembles



    2 credits 30.0 hours
    600 level graduate course

    Students develop performance and rehearsal skills in alternative ensembles for use in school such as bucket drums, hand bells, samba percussion, and steel pans. Two to three ensembles are covered in any given semester. Age-appropriate rehearsal techniques are emphasized, along with rehearsal planning, appropriate repertoire, equipment selection, and maintenance, and composing and arranging for such ensembles.

    Open to Masters in Teaching in Music Education only.
    This course is not repeatable for credit.
  

  • MUED 632 Ensemble Rehearsal Techniques



    2 credits 60.0 hours
    600 level graduate course

    Ensemble Rehearsal Techniques focuses on appropriate ensemble rehearsal measures, rehearsal planning and design, pedagogical methods, score study and analysis, repertoire evaluation, conducting techniques and assessment and reflection skills. This course has a fieldwork component where students will have the opportunity to observe and work with public school secondary instrumental ensembles.

    Open to Masters in Teaching in Music Education only.
    This course is not repeatable for credit.
  

  • MUED 633 Instrumental Conducting



    1 credit 30.0 hours
    600 level graduate course

    Conducting is an essential understanding and tool for a musician-educator. The means to effectively communicate with ensembles, and to make connections between the repertoire and musicians is a necessary foundational skill. This course will focus on the core components of instrumental conducting, score preparation and analysis, and the ability to understand and use varied conducting gestures and patterns.

    Open to Masters in Teaching in Music Education only.
    This course may be completed 2 times for credit.
  

  • MUED 641 VSM Orff Certification Level 1



    3 credits 45.0 hours
    600 level graduate course

    Course offered at Villanova Summer Music Program. The Orff Certification Courses above are part of the American Orff-Schulwerk (AOSA) approved certification course program. Pedagogy skills for teaching basic Orff Schulwerk will be explored and discussed through the use of Music For Children, Murray Volume I and pentatonic folk song material, movement and recorder. Level I teachers will actively learn to use speech, rhymes, poetry, playing pitched and unpitched percussion as well as singing, playing, and improvising in pentatonic for creating an active music curriculum in the school setting. Soprano Recorder pedagogy and skills, creating student-friendly compositions in an elemental style, and models for improvisation will be developed.

    Only open to MM Music Education majors.
    This course is not repeatable for credit.
    This course is equated with the following courses: MUED*641, MMED*738
  

  • MUED 642 VSM Orff Certification Level 2



    3 credits 45.0 hours
    600 level graduate course

    Course offered at Villanova Summer Music Program. The Orff Certification Courses above are part of the American Orff-Schulwerk (AOSA) approved certification course program. Level II will be a continuation and refinement of Level I content and will explore the aspects of complex rhythms and meter, movement accompaniment, transposed pentatonic, hexatonic, and other modal melodies including: Dorian, Phrygian, Aeolian, Ionian, Lydian and Mixolydian. Movement: form-based choreography and traditional folk dance will be used. The alto recorder will be used throughout and the wider ranges of the soprano recorder will be explored, with an emphasis on modal repertoire and improvisation. Music For Children Murray Volumes II & IV will be the foundation of the course.

    Prerequisites MUED*641

    This course is not repeatable for credit.
    This course is equated with the following courses: MUED*642, MMED*739
  

  • MUED 643 VSM Orff Certification Level 3



    3 credits 45.0 hours
    600 level graduate course

    Course offered at Villanova Summer Music Program. The Orff Certification Courses above are part of the American Orff-Schulwerk (AOSA) approved certification program. Level III: This course will focus on pedagogy of more complex music from Music for Children Volumes III & V as well as eclectic folk music and more complex musical elements, including syncopation, meter, permutations of 16th notes, melody, theme and variation, chaconne, irregular speech/poetry and iconic notation, with an emphasis on improvisation and drama. Recorder studies will explore a wide range of music, including Schulwerk source materials, traditional folk music, and historical and modern repertoire. Movement classes will include a more detailed study of Laban’s movement efforts, folk dances in complex meter, and more complex choreography synthesizing all dance elements studied thus far.

    Prerequisites MUED*642

    This course is not repeatable for credit.
    This course is equated with the following courses: MUED*643, MMED*740
  

  • MUED 650 Student Teaching - Elementary



    4 credits undefined hours
    600 level graduate course

    Taken in a cooperating school, the internship represents full-time employment equivalency under the mentorship of a certified music teacher. It is intended to provide the practical experience in which the intern is integrated into the program, assuming professional-level responsibilities and experiences. A university supervisor observes, advises, and facilitates the relationship between mentor and intern, and assesses the student during the internship.

    Corequisite Course(s): MUED*621, MUED*622, MUED*631 and MUED*651

    Open to Masters in Teaching in Music Education only.
    This course is not repeatable for credit.
    This course is equated with the following courses: MUED*540, MU*555
  

  • MUED 651 Student Teaching Seminar - Elementary



    1 credit 15.0 hours
    600 level graduate course

    Discussion and analysis of field experiences, special workshops and field trips. Continuing development and refinement of skills in reflective practice is emphasized as well as the needs of special learners.

    Corequisite Course(s): MUED*650

    Open to Masters in Teaching in Music Education only.
    This course is not repeatable for credit.
    This course is equated with the following courses: MUED*541, MU*558
  

  • MUED 652 Student Teaching Secondary



    4 credits 0.0 hours
    600 level graduate course

    Taken in a cooperating school, the internship represents full-time employment equivalency under the mentorship of a certified music teacher. It is intended to provide practical experience in which the intern is integrated into the program, assuming professional-level responsibilities and experiences. A university supervisor observes, advises, and facilitates the relationship between the mentor and intern, and assesses the student during the internship.

    Corequisite Course(s): MUED*623, MUED*531 and MUED*653

    Open to Masters in Teaching in Music Education only.
    This course is not repeatable for credit.
  

  • MUED 653 Student Teaching Seminar: Secondary



    1 credit 15.0 hours
    600 level graduate course

    Discussion and analysis of field experiences, special workshops, and field trips. Continuing development and refinement of skills in reflective practice is emphasized as well as certification, job searching, career development, and instrument repair.

    Corequisite Course(s): MUED*652

    Open to Masters in Teaching in Music Education only.
    This course is not repeatable for credit.
  

  • MUED 780 Thesis/Project Development: Music Education



    3 credits 45.0 hours
    600 level graduate course

    The Music Education Thesis is the culmination of learning and professional growth established as an outcome of MM studies in Music Education and demonstrates mastery of the course of study through a well-designed and developed thesis. This final product is to be designed and focused to achieve outcomes that are based upon the synthesis of understandings acquired from courses in the content coursework, and through knowledge gained from the Foundational courses. The student’s synthesis of knowledge and skills will be exemplified through the creation of an original, creative, and thoughtful presentation.

    This course is not repeatable for credit.
    This course requires permission by the offering program office.
  

  • MUED 781 Thesis: Music Education



    3 credits 45.0 hours
    600 level graduate course

    The Music Education Thesis is the culmination of learning and professional growth established as an outcome of MM studies in Music Education, and demonstrates mastery of the course of study through a well-designed and developed thesis. This final product is to be designed and focused to achieve outcomes that are based upon the synthesis of understandings acquired from courses in the content coursework, and through knowledge gained from the Foundational courses. The student’s synthesis of knowledge and skills will be exemplified through the creation of an original, creative, and thoughtful presentation.

    Prerequisites MUED*780

    This course is not repeatable for credit.
  

  • MUED 785 Project: Music Education



    3 credits 45.0 hours
    600 level graduate course

    The Music Education Project is the culmination of learning and professional growth established as an outcome of MM studies in Music Education, and demonstrates mastery of the course of study through a well-designed and developed thesis. This final product is to be designed and focused to achieve outcomes that are based upon the synthesis of understandings acquired from courses in the content coursework, and through knowledge gained from the Foundational courses. The student’s synthesis of knowledge and skills will be exemplified through the creation of an original, creative, and thoughtful presentation.

    This course is not repeatable for credit.
    This course requires permission by the offering program office.
  

  • MUED 791 Thesis: Music Education



    3 credits 45.0 hours
    600 level graduate course

    The Music Education Thesis is the culmination of learning and professional growth established as an outcome of MM studies in Music Education, and demonstrates mastery of the course of study through a well-designed and developed thesis. This final product is to be designed and focused to achieve outcomes that are based upon the synthesis of understandings acquired from courses in the content coursework, and through knowledge gained from the Foundational courses. The student’s synthesis of knowledge and skills will be exemplified through the creation of an original, creative, and thoughtful presentation.

    Prerequisites MUED*780

    This course is not repeatable for credit.
  

  • MULS 111 Applied Major Instruction - Instrumental



    3 credits 15.0 hours
    100 level undergraduate course

    Private instruction in instrumental area.

    Open to Instrumental Performance majors only.
    This course is not repeatable for credit.
  

  • MULS 112 Applied Major Instruction - Instrumental



    3 credits 15.0 hours
    100 level undergraduate course

    Private instruction in instrumental area. Requirements include a year-end graded examination by a jury.

    Prerequisites MULS*111

    Open to Instrumental Performance majors only.
    This course is not repeatable for credit.
  

  • MULS 121 Applied Major Instruction - Voice



    3 credits 15.0 hours
    100 level undergraduate course

    Private instruction in voice.

    Open to Voice majors only.
    This course is not repeatable for credit.
  

  • MULS 122 Applied Major Instruction - Voice



    3 credits 15.0 hours
    100 level undergraduate course

    Private instruction in voice. Requirements include a year-end graded examination by a jury.

    Prerequisites MULS*121

    Open to Voice majors only.
    This course is not repeatable for credit.
  

  • MULS 131 Applied Major Instruction - Composition



    3 credits 15.0 hours
    100 level undergraduate course

    Private instruction in composition.

    Open to Composition majors only.
    This course is not repeatable for credit.
  

  • MULS 132 Applied Major Instruction - Composition



    3 credits 15.0 hours
    100 level undergraduate course

    Private instruction in composition. Requirements include a year-end graded examination by a jury.

    Prerequisites MULS*131

    Open to Composition majors only.
    This course is not repeatable for credit.
  

  • MULS 211 Applied Major Instruction - Instrumental



    3 credits 15.0 hours
    200 level undergraduate course

    Private instruction in instrumental area.

    Prerequisites MULS*112

    Open to Instrumental Performance majors only.
    This course is not repeatable for credit.
  

  • MULS 212 Applied Major Instruction - Instrumental



    3 credits 15.0 hours
    200 level undergraduate course

    Private instruction in instrumental area. Requirements include a year-end graded examination by a jury.

    Prerequisites MULS*211

    Open to Instrumental Performance majors only.
    This course is not repeatable for credit.
  

  • MULS 221 Applied Major Instruction - Voice



    3 credits 15.0 hours
    200 level undergraduate course

    Private instruction in voice.

    Prerequisites MULS*122

    Open to Voice majors only.
    This course is not repeatable for credit.
  

  • MULS 222 Applied Major Instruction - Voice



    3 credits 45.0 hours
    200 level undergraduate course

    Private instruction in voice. Requirements include a year-end graded examination by a jury.

    Prerequisites MULS*221

    Open to Voice majors only.
    This course is not repeatable for credit.
  

  • MULS 231 Applied Major Instruction - Composition



    3 credits 15.0 hours
    200 level undergraduate course

    Private instruction in composition.

    Prerequisites MULS*132

    Open to Composition majors only.
    This course is not repeatable for credit.
  

  • MULS 232 Applied Major Instruction - Composition



    3 credits 15.0 hours
    200 level undergraduate course

    Private instruction in composition. Requirements include a year-end graded examination by a jury.

    Prerequisites MULS*231

    Open to Composition majors only.
    This course is not repeatable for credit.
  

  • MULS 311 Applied Major Instruction - Instrumental



    3 credits 15.0 hours
    300 level undergraduate course

    Private instruction in instrumental area.

    Prerequisites MULS*212

    Open to Instrumental Performance majors only.
    This course is not repeatable for credit.
  

  • MULS 312 Applied Major Instruction - Instrumental



    3 credits 15.0 hours
    300 level undergraduate course

    Private instruction in instrumental area. Requirements include a year-end graded examination by a jury.

    Prerequisites MULS*311

    Open to Instrumental Performance majors only.
    This course is not repeatable for credit.
  

  • MULS 321 Applied Major Instruction - Voice



    3 credits 15.0 hours
    300 level undergraduate course

    Private instruction in voice.

    Prerequisites MULS*222

    Open to Voice majors only.
    This course is not repeatable for credit.
  

  • MULS 322 Applied Major Instruction - Voice



    3 credits 15.0 hours
    300 level undergraduate course

    Private instruction in voice. Requirements include a year-end graded examination by a jury.

    Prerequisites MULS*321

    Open to Voice majors only.
    This course is not repeatable for credit.
  

  • MULS 331 Applied Major Instruction - Composition



    3 credits 15.0 hours
    300 level undergraduate course

    Private instruction in composition.

    Prerequisites MULS*232

    Open to Composition majors only.
    This course is not repeatable for credit.
  

  • MULS 332 Applied Major Instruction - Composition



    3 credits 15.0 hours
    300 level undergraduate course

    Private instruction in composition. Requirements include a year-end graded examination by a jury.

    Prerequisites MULS*331

    Open to Composition majors only.
    This course is not repeatable for credit.
  

  • MULS 400 Senior Recital



    0 credits 0.0 hours
    400 level undergraduate course

    Year-end graded public recital in the student’s major.

    Open to majors in the School of Music only.
    This course is not repeatable for credit.
    This course may not be audited.
    This course cannot be taken pass/fail.
    This course is equated with the following courses: MULS*400, MU*040
  

  • MULS 411 Applied Major Instruction - Instrumental



    3 credits 15.0 hours
    400 level undergraduate course

    Private instruction in instrumental area.

    Prerequisites MULS*312

    Open to Instrumental Performance majors only.
    This course is not repeatable for credit.
  

  • MULS 412 Applied Major Instruction - Instrumental



    3 credits 15.0 hours
    400 level undergraduate course

    Private instruction in instrumental area. Requirements include a year-end graded examination by a jury.

    Prerequisites MULS*411

    Open to Instrumental Performance majors only.
    This course is not repeatable for credit.
  

  • MULS 413 Applied Major Instruction - Instrumental



    1.5 credits 7.0 hours
    400 level undergraduate course

    Private instruction in instrumental area. Requirements include a graded senior recital.

    Prerequisites MULS*411

    This course is not repeatable for credit.
  

  • MULS 421 Applied Major Instruction - Voice



    3 credits 15.0 hours
    400 level undergraduate course

    Private instruction in voice.

    Prerequisites MULS*322

    Open to Voice majors only.
    This course is not repeatable for credit.
  

  • MULS 422 Applied Major Instruction - Voice



    3 credits 15.0 hours
    400 level undergraduate course

    Private instruction in voice. Requirements include a year-end graded examination by a jury.

    Prerequisites MULS*421

    Open to Voice majors only.
    This course is not repeatable for credit.
  

  • MULS 423 Applied Major Instruction - Voice



    1.5 credits 7.0 hours
    400 level undergraduate course

    Private instruction in instrumental area. Requirements include a graded senior recital.

    Prerequisites MULS*421

    This course is not repeatable for credit.
  

  • MULS 431 Applied Major Instruction - Composition



    3 credits 15.0 hours
    400 level undergraduate course

    Private instruction in composition.

    Prerequisites MULS*332

    Open to Composition majors only.
    This course is not repeatable for credit.
  

  • MULS 432 Applied Major Instruction - Composition



    3 credits 15.0 hours
    400 level undergraduate course

    Private instruction in composition. Requirements include a year-end graded examination by a jury.

    Prerequisites MULS*431

    Open to Composition majors only.
    This course is not repeatable for credit.
  

  • MULS 433 Applied Major Instruction - Composition



    1.5 credits 7.0 hours
    400 level undergraduate course

    Private instruction in instrumental area. Requirements include a graded senior recital.

    Prerequisites MULS*431

    This course is not repeatable for credit.
  

  • MULS 600 Graduate Recital



    0 credits 0.0 hours
    600 level graduate course

    Year-end graded public recital in the student’s major.

    This course is not repeatable for credit.
    This course may not be audited.
    This course cannot be taken pass/fail.
  

  • MULS 641 Applied Major Instruction - Graduate



    3 credits 15.0 hours
    600 level graduate course

    Private instruction in instrumental, vocal, and composition areas.

    Open to majors in the School of Music only.
    This course is not repeatable for credit.
  

  • MULS 642 Applied Major Instruction - Graduate



    3 credits 15.0 hours
    600 level graduate course

    Private instruction in instrumental, vocal, and composition areas.

    Prerequisites MULS*641

    Open to majors in the School of Music only.
    This course is not repeatable for credit.
  

  • MUNM 101 Applied Instruction Non-Majors



    1.5 credits 7.5 hours
    100 level undergraduate course

    Private instruction in all instrumental, vocal, and composition areas. Private lessons carry an additional fee.

    $220 Lesson Fee
    This course may be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUNM 102 Applied Instruction Non-Majors



    1.5 credits 7.5 hours
    100 level undergraduate course

    Private instruction in all instrumental, vocal, and composition areas. Private lessons carry an additional fee.

    $220 Lesson Fee
    This course may be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUNM 111 Guitar Class for Non-Majors



    1 credit 15.0 hours
    100 level undergraduate course

    One-hour class of guitar instruction in contemporary guitar. Course covers basic technique including fingering, scales, chords, and chord melodies. Not open to music majors specializing in guitar.

    Not open to music majors specializing in guitar.
    This course may be completed 2 times for credit.
  

  • MUNM 113 Drum Class for Non-Majors



    1 credit 15.0 hours
    100 level undergraduate course

    Drum set instruction in basic technique and contemporary styles including rock, jazz, and Brazilian. Not open to Music majors specializing in percussion.

    Not open to music majors specializing in percussion.
    This course may be completed 2 times for credit.
  

  • MUNM 114 Drumset Class for Non-Majors



    1 credit 15.0 hours
    100 level undergraduate course

    Drum set instruction in basic technique and contemporary styles including rock, jazz, and Brazilian. Not open to Music majors specializing in percussion.

    Not open to music majors specializing in percussion.
    This course may be completed 2 times for credit.
  

  • MUNM 123 Piano Class for Non-Majors



    1 credit 15.0 hours
    100 level undergraduate course

    One-hour class of piano instruction in traditional beginning piano. Coursework includes basic technique including scales, chords, and chord melodies.

    Not open to music majors specializing in piano.
    This course may be completed 2 times for credit.
  

  • MUNM 124 Piano Class for Non-Majors II



    1 credit 15.0 hours
    100 level undergraduate course

    One-hour class of piano instruction in traditional beginning piano. Coursework includes basic technique including scales, chords, and chord melodies.

    Not open to music majors specializing in piano.
    This course may be completed 2 times for credit.
  

  • MUNM 141 Voice Class for Non-Majors



    1 credit 15.0 hours
    100 level undergraduate course

    One-hour class of voice instruction in the classical training of voice. Course covers proper technique of breathing, support, focus of tone, production of clear, vocal line, and some musical interpretation of literature.

    Not open to Voice majors.
    This course may be completed 2 times for credit.
  

  • MUNM 215 The Composer Speaks



    3 credits 45.0 hours
    200 level undergraduate course

    Composers throughout the ages have spoken and written about their beliefs, compositional techniques, other composers, and the influences of other art forms and artists. This course examines their creative process through their writings and music influenced by historical and sociological factors, their musical experiences as well as artistic collaborations.

    Prerequisites COMP*102, COMP*102D, COMP*102E, COMP*112, or COMP*112H

    Not open to Music Performance or Composition majors (BM or UD).
    This course is not repeatable for credit.
    This course can fulfill a discipline history elective, critical studies elective, or general elective requirement.
  

  • MUNM 256 Music Explorations



    3 credits 45.0 hours
    200 level undergraduate course

    An introductory course to a number of musical styles, e.g. classical, jazz, gospel, rock, Brazilian, with special focus on musical styles that reflect the mission of the School of Music, CPA and the University. Empahsis will be placed on experiencing music through multiple frames: listening, creating, discussing, writing and assessing. The syllabus will integrate performers from UArts, area universities, and Philadelphia professional venues, as well as guest speakers into course experiences and requirements. Elements of music, including form, composition, texture, intensity and so forth, will serve as unifying for approaching diverse repertoire.

    Not open to Music Performance majors.
    This course is not repeatable for credit.
  

  • MUNM 301 Vocal Technique and Coaching I



    1 credit 15.0 hours
    300 level undergraduate course

    Designed to provide training to non-vocal majors, this is the first course in a three-course sequence introducing students to fundamentals of good vocal technique, proper breathing, vocal anatomy, and performance practice including interpretation for the musical theater stage.

    Open to Musical Theater minors only. Not open to majors in the School of Music.
    This course is not repeatable for credit.
  

  • MUNM 302 Vocal Technique and Coaching II



    1 credit 15.0 hours
    300 level undergraduate course

    Designed to provide training to non-vocal majors, this is the second course in a three-course sequence introducing students to fundamentals of good vocal technique, proper breathing, vocal anatomy, and performance practice including interpretation for the musical theater stage.

    Prerequisites MUNM*301 w/ grade of B or better

    Open to Musical Theater minors only.
    This course is not repeatable for credit.
  

  • MUNM 304 Vocal Technique and Coaching III



    1 credit 15.0 hours
    300 level undergraduate course

    Designed to provide training to non-vocal majors, this is the last course in a three-course sequence introducing students to fundamentals of good vocal technique, proper breathing, vocal anatomy, and performance practice including interpretation for the musical theater stage.

    Prerequisites MUNM*302 w/ grade of B or better

    Open to Musical Theater minors only.
    This course is not repeatable for credit.
  

  • MUNM 311 Musical Theater Technique I



    2 credits 45.0 hours
    300 level undergraduate course

    The course provides a vehicle for Music, Acting, Applied Theater Arts, and Dance performance majors not majoring in Musical Theater to hone skills in musical theater technique through instruction in onstage performance technique for scenes, monologues, duets, and solos drawn from the musical theater repertoire. Cross training in dance, voice, and acting are emphasized.

    Prerequisites MUNM*301 or THST*380

    Open to Musical Theater minors only.
    This course is not repeatable for credit.
  

  • MUNM 312 Musical Theater Technique II



    2 credits 60.0 hours
    300 level undergraduate course

    The course provides a vehicle for Music, Acting, Applied Theater Arts, and Dance performance majors not majoring in Musical Theater to hone skills in musical theater technique through instruction in onstage performance technique for scenes, monologues, duets, and solos drawn from the musical theater repertoire. Cross training in dance, voice, and acting are emphasized.

    Prerequisites MUNM*311 w/ grade of B or better

    Open to Musical Theater minors only.
    This course is not repeatable for credit.
  

  • MUNM 410 Musical Theater Technique III



    2 credits 45.0 hours
    400 level undergraduate course

    The course provides a vehicle for Music, Acting, Applied Theater Arts, and Dance performance majors not majoring in Musical Theater to hone skills in musical theater technique through instruction in onstage performance technique for scenes, monologues, duets, and solos drawn from the musical theater repertoire. Cross training in dance, voice, and acting are emphasized.

    Prerequisites MUNM*312 w/ grade of B or better

    Open to Musical Theater minors only.
    This course is not repeatable for credit.
  

  • MUNM 601 Applied Instruction Non-Majors



    1.5 credits 7.5 hours
    600 level graduate course

    Private instruction in all instrumental, vocal, and composition areas. Private lessons
    carry an additional fee.

    This course may be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUNM 602 Applied Instruction Non-Majors



    1.5 credits 7.5 hours
    600 level graduate course

    Private instruction in all instrumental, vocal, and composition areas. Private lessons
    carry an additional fee.

    This course may be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUPF 121 English Diction and IPA



    1 credit 15.0 hours
    100 level undergraduate course

    Required of all vocal majors. Students practice English and Italian diction, and perform for faculty and guests in a variety of musical styles.

    Open to Voice majors only.
    This course is not repeatable for credit.
  

  • MUPF 122 Italian Diction and IPA



    1 credit 15.0 hours
    100 level undergraduate course

    Required of all vocal majors. Students practice English and Italian diction, and perform for faculty and guests in a variety of musical styles.

    Open to Voice majors only.
    This course is not repeatable for credit.
  

  • MUPF 331 Advanced Rhythmic Skills



    1 credit 22.5 hours
    300 level undergraduate course

    A skills-based class intended to advance the student’s rhythmic understanding and performance abilities as applied to solo and sectional playing and singing, improvisation, reading, arranging, transcribing, and composing. Subject matter is derived from and applies to contemporary American and Latin art and popular music.

    Prerequisites MUSC*204, MUSC*206, and MUSC*232

    Open to majors in the School of Music only.
    This course is not repeatable for credit.
  

  • MUPF 381 Voice Pedagogy



    1 credit 15.0 hours
    300 level undergraduate course

    An in-depth study of the anatomy and physiology of the voice: its structure and function. The study and evaluation of various pedagogical theories of voice training.

    Prerequisites MULS*122

    Open to majors from the School of Music and Musical Theaters majors and minors only.
    This course is not repeatable for credit.
  

  • MUPF 400 General Ensemble



    1 credit undefined hours
    400 level undergraduate course

    This course is used by the Office of the Registrar to register students for ensembles requiring an audition.

    Open to majors in the School of Music only.
    This course may be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUPF 564 Small Jazz Ensemble



    1 credit 22.5 hours
    500 level graduate course

    This course requires permission by the offering program office.
    This course may be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUPF 566 Small Vocal Ensembles



    1 credit 22.5 hours
    500 level graduate course

    Vocal groups ranging in size and style, as well as the type of literature performed. This category of ensemble includes Jazz Singers, Chamber Singers, Women’s Ensemble, Men’s Ensemble, and Vocal Octet.

    This course may be repeated for credit.
    This course requires permission by the offering program office.
  

  • MUPF 568 Small Instrumental Ensemble



    1 credit 22.5 hours
    500 level graduate course

    These ensembles vary in size from 4 to 16 students and are usually comprised of the same, or similar, instruments. They perform literature that ranges from traditional to experimental, and ethnic to urban. Sax Quintet, Trombone Ensemble, Percussion Ensemble, Handbell Choir, and the Bucket-drum Group are all examples of this category of ensemble.

    This course may be repeated for credit.
    This course requires permission by the offering program office.
  

  • MUPF 572 Chorus



    1 credit 60.0 hours
    500 level graduate course

    This course may be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUPF 574 Large Jazz Ensemble



    1 credit 60.0 hours
    500 level graduate course

    This course may be repeated for credit.
    This course requires permission by the offering program office.
  

  • MUPF 600 General Ensemble



    1 credit undefined hours
    600 level graduate course

    This course is used by the Office of the Registrar to register students for ensembles requiring an audition.

    This course may be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUPF 660 Graduate Ensemble



    1 credit 22.5 hours
    600 level graduate course

    Open to majors in the School of Music only.
    This course may be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUPF 680 Graduate Project/Recital



    3 credits 45.0 hours
    600 level graduate course

    Independent research project designed to enable the student to work in-depth on a topic of special relevance applicable to performance. The graduate project is evaluated in two parts: as a thesis, with the expectation that the student has completed extensive research in a comprehensive manner; and as a recital, in which the student incorporates aspects of the project and demonstrates personal instrumental growth. Students give presentations throughout the semester in seminar setting, showing their progress in research and its application to performance.

    Open to Masters in Jazz Studies only.
    This course is not repeatable for credit.
  

  • MUSC 101 Music Theory I



    3 credits 45.0 hours
    100 level undergraduate course

    Theory Placement Test required. An introduction to basic theory including the study of scales, intervals, chords of various types, harmonic progression, and the analysis of small musical forms.

    Open to majors in the School of Music only.
    This course is not repeatable for credit.
    This course requires permission by the offering program office.
  

  • MUSC 102 Music Theory II



    3 credits 45.0 hours
    100 level undergraduate course

    Theory Placement Test required. An introduction to basic theory including the study of scales, intervals, chords of various types, harmonic progression, and the analysis of small musical forms.

    Prerequisites MUSC*101

    This course is not repeatable for credit.
    This course requires permission by the offering program office.
  

  • MUSC 104 Fundamental Music Theory I



    3 credits 45.0 hours
    100 level undergraduate course

    Fundamental Music Theory I is the first in a sequence of courses designed to familiarize the student with fundamental aspects of music theory including the basics of music notation in treble and bass clefs, the study of scales, intervals, chords of various types, and diatonic harmonic progression in major keys. Students are introduced to the piano keyboard and use it as a source for the visualization of harmonic and melodic structure. Theory Placement Test required. This course assumes no foundation in music literacy.

    Priority enrollment to majors in the School of Music.
    This course is not repeatable for credit.
  

  • MUSC 105 Fundamental Music Theory II



    3 credits 45.0 hours
    100 level undergraduate course

    Fundamental Music Theory II is the second in a sequence of courses designed to familiarize the student with fundamental aspects of music theory. Building upon Fundamental Music Theory I, this course advances the student’s knowledge of scales, intervals, chords of various types, and diatonic harmonic progression in major and minor keys, including chromatic harmony. Jazz, pop, and classical music are used as material for study.

    Prerequisites MUSC*104

    Priority enrollment to majors in the School of Music.
    This course is not repeatable for credit.
 

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