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Music
101. Recitals (1) Cr/NC I, II
Preparation for individual solo performances and attendance at a minimum of 12 concerts or recitals in accordance with music requirements. Maximum credit four units.
102. Basic Musicianship for Non-Music Majors (3) I, II
Two lectures and two hours of activity.
Rudimentary music theory involving the elements of music: melody, rhythm, and harmony. Developing the understanding of these elements through instrumental and vocal experiences which include the use of unison and part-singing, the keyboard, and simple melodic and harmonic instruments. Not open to students with credit in Music 104.
105A. Introduction to Elements of Music I (2)
Introduction to music from an aesthetic, communicative, theoretical and creative perspective. Development of understanding of aesthetic valuing, musical notation, rhythm, theory, pitch, and musical terminology. Not open to students with credit in Music 102 or 104.
105B. Introduction to Elements of Music II (2)
Prerequisite: Music 105A.
Continuation of Music 105A.
106A. Introduction to Aural Skills I (1)
Three hours of activity.
Introduction to sight-singing and music dictation. Not open to students with credit in Music 102 or 104.
106B. Introduction to Aural Skills II (1)
Three hours of activity.
Prerequisite: Music 106A.
Introduction to sight-singing and music dictation continued.
110A-110B. Piano - Elementary Class Instruction (1-1) I, II
Two hours.
Prerequisite: For 110B: Music 110A with a grade of C (2.0) or better.
Basic keyboard experience through study of music reading, notation, scales, chords, and sight-reading covering a repertoire of beginning and intermediate songs and piano literature, with emphasis on keyboard harmony. Required of music majors and minors and credential candidates for teaching at the kindergarten-primary level.
110C-110D. Piano - Elementary Class Instruction (1-1) I, II
Two hours.
Prerequisites: For 110C: Music 110B with a grade of C (2.0) or
better. For 110D: Music 110C with a grade of C (2.0) or better.
Continuation of Music 110A-110B.
115. Voice - Elementary Class Instruction (1) I, II
Two hours.
Prerequisite: Concurrent registration in Music 185.
Mastery of the fundamentals of voice. Not open to voice majors. (Formerly numbered Music 115A.)
120A. Violin and Viola Class Instruction for the Non-Music
Major (1) I, II
Two hours.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Performance studies class in a group lesson environment. Opportunity for observation, instruction, and performance in class situation. (Formerly numbered Music 115A.)
120B. Cello Class Instruction for the Non-Music Major (1) I, II
Two hours.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Performance studies class in a group lesson environment. Opportunity for observation, instruction, and performance in class situation.
120C. Clarinet Class Instruction for the Non-Music Major (1)
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Performance studies class in a group lesson environment. Opportunity for observation, instruction, and performance in the class situation.
146. Practicum in Music I (2) I
One lecture and two hours of activity.
Prerequisite: Music 155B.
Introduction to music education. Exposure to music teaching profession at all grade levels before choosing an area of specialization.
151. Introduction to Music (3) I, II
Practical approach to hearing music with understanding and pleasure, through study of representative compositions of various styles and performance media, great musicians and their art. Music correlated with other arts through lectures, recordings, concerts.
155A. Comprehensive Musicianship - Core (2)
One lecture and two hours of activity.
Prerequisite: Music 105B or passing placement examination. Concurrent registration in Music 156A and 157A.
Direct analysis of musical styles and forms as they have evolved historically; composition, improvisation, performance, and instrumentation; sight-singing, dictation, harmony. Parallel developments in related arts; comparisons with non-Western systems. Open only to music majors and minors. Not open to students with credit in Music 158A.
155B. Comprehensive Musicianship - Core (2)
One lecture and two hours of activity.
Prerequisites: Music 155A with a grade of C (2.0) or better. Concurrent registration in Music 156B and 157B.
Continuation of Music 155A. Monophony to homophony, modes, non-Western focus on South Asia (India). Open only to music majors and minors. Not open to students with credit in Music 158B.
156A. Comprehensive Musicianship - Laboratory (1)
Two hours of activity.
Prerequisites: Passing placement examination for Music 155A.
Concurrent registration in Music 155A and 157A.
Practical experience on Javanese Gamelan, computers in music, aural skills, CM core projects. Open only to music majors and minors. Not open to students with credit in Music 158A.
156B. Comprehensive Musicianship - Laboratory (1)
Two hours of activity.
Prerequisites: Music 156A with a grade of C (2.0) or better. Concurrent registration in Music 155B and 157B.
Practical experience in the early music ensemble, Indian rhythmic skills; computers in music, aural skills, CM core projects. Open only to music majors and minors. Not open to students with credit in Music 158B.
157A. Comprehensive Musicianship - World Music (1)
Prerequisites: Passing placement examination for Music 155A.
Concurrent registration in Music 155A and 156A.
Musics of the world with a focus on South East Asia (Java). Open only to music majors and minors.
157B. Comprehensive Musicianship - Medieval History (1)
Prerequisites: Music 157A with a grade of C (2.0) or better. Concurrent registration in Music 155B and 156B.
History of music of the Middle Ages. Analytical score study and assigned recordings. Familiarity with musicological resources through individual assignments. Open only to music majors and minors. Not open to students with credit in Music 452A.
166. Elements of Jazz I (2)
Fundamental harmonic analysis of basic jazz progressions, common modes and blues scale variations, solo transcription analysis, and ear-training.
The performance organization courses are devoted to the study in detail and the public performance of a wide range of representative literature for each type of ensemble and designed to provide students with practical experience in rehearsal techniques.
170. Chamber Music (1) I, II
Three hours. Four hours for opera.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Sections for string, woodwind, brass, piano, vocal, and mixed ensemble groups. May be repeated with new content. See Class Schedule for specific content. Maximum credit four units.
174. Concert Band (1) II
Five hours.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Study and public performance of representative literature for ensemble. Practical experience in rehearsal techniques. Maximum credit four units.
175. Marching Band (2) I
More than six hours.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Study and public performance of literature for the ensemble. Practical experience in rehearsal techniques. Maximum combined credit for Music 175 and 375 eight units.
176. Wind Symphony (1) I, II
Five hours.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Study and performance of representative literature for the ensemble. Practical experience in rehearsal techniques. Maximum credit four units.
180. Symphony Orchestra (1) I, II
Five hours.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Maximum credit four units.
184. Opera Theatre (2) I, II
Six or more hours per week.
The interpretation and characterization of light and grand opera. Specific work in coordination of operatic ensemble. Maximum credit eight units. (Formerly numbered music 153.)
185. Concert Choir (1) I, II
Five hours.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Maximum credit four units.
186. Chamber Singers (1) I, II
Five hours.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Study and public performance of representative literature for the ensemble. Practical experience in rehearsal technique. Maximum credit four units.
189. Jazz Ensemble (1) I, II
More than three hours.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Study and public performance of representative literature for the ensemble. Practical experience in rehearsal techniques. Maximum credit four units.
206A-206B. Aural Skills (1-1)
Prerequisite for Music 206A: Music 106B. Prerequisite for Music
206B: Music 206A.
Preparation for Junior Level Aural Skills Examination. For music majors only. (Formerly numbered Music 103A-103B.)
A. Sight Singing
B. Melodic, Two-Part Contrapuntal and Four-Part Harmonic Dictation
207. Composition Laboratory (1)
Three hours of laboratory.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Original writing in different homophonic and polyphonic forms for various media. Maximum credit two units.
220. Strings - Elementary Class Instruction (1)
Two hours.
Fundamentals of string instruments by lecture and acquisition of elementary skills for purpose of gaining teaching and conducting skills in working with strings. Primarily for music education majors. (Formerly numbered Music 220A and 220B.)
225. Woodwinds - Elementary Class Instruction (1)
Two hours.
Fundamentals of woodwind instruments by lecture and acquisition of elementary skills for purpose of gaining teaching and conducting skills in working with woodwinds. Primarily for music education majors. (Formerly numbered Music 225A-225B.)
230. Brass - Elementary Class Instruction (1)
Two hours.
Fundamentals of brass instruments by lecture and acquisition of elementary skills.
235. Percussion - Elementary Class Instruction (1)
Two hours.
Fundamentals of percussion through acquisition of elementary skill on the snare drum and by demonstration and lecture regarding all commonly used percussion instruments of definite and indefinite pitch.
240. Guitar - Elementary Class Instruction (1) I, II
Two hours.
Open to all students interested in fundamentals of guitar and elementary music skills.
246. Practicum in Music II (2) II
One lecture and two hours of activity.
Prerequisite: Music 146 with a grade of C (2.0) or better.
Methods and materials. Development of lesson plans and selection of appropriate materials and methods. Rehearsal techniques for elementary, junior high, and high school. Observations of public school master teachers.
251. Performance Studies (1-2) I, II
Fifteen one-half hour private lessons for one unit; fifteen one-hour private lessons for two units.
Prerequisite: Open only to music majors. Audition and approval by
music faculty.
Studies in technical, stylistic, and aesthetic elements of artistic performance. Candidates for B.M. degree enroll for two units of credit per semester. Candidates for B.A. degree enroll for one unit of credit per semester. Maximum credit for Music 251 is eight units.
A. Keyboard H. Harp
B. Voice I. Jazz Instruments
C. Woodwinds J. Medieval or Renaissance
D. Brass Instruments
E. Percussion K. Non-Western Instruments
F. Strings L. Composition
G. Classical Guitar
255A. Comprehensive Musicianship - Core (1)
Prerequisites: Music 155B with a grade of C (2.0) or better. Concurrent registration in Music 256A and 257A.
Continuation of Music 155B. Harmony in the eighteenth century. Modal and tonal counterpoint. Open only to music majors and minors. Not open to students with credit in Music 158A-158B or Music 258A-258B.
255B. Comprehensive Musicianship - Core (1)
Prerequisites: Music 255A with a grade of C (2.0) or better. Concurrent registration in Music 256B and 257B.
Continuation of Music 255A. Harmony in the eighteenth century. Tonal counterpoint. Open only to music majors and minors. Not open to students with credit in Music 158A-158B or Music 258A-258B.
256A. Comprehensive Musicianship - Laboratory (1)
Two hours of activity.
Prerequisites: Music 156B with a grade of C (2.0) or better. Concurrent registration in Music 255A and 257A.
Practical experience in the early music and Indian music ensembles; projects in modal jazz and Islamic music; CM core projects. Open only to music majors and minors. Not open to students with credit in Music 158A-158B or Music 258A-258B.
256B. Comprehensive Musicianship - Laboratory (1)
Two hours of activity.
Prerequisites: Music 256A with a grade of C (2.0) or better. Concurrent registration in Music 255B and 257B.
Practical experience in Balinese gamelan, African drumming, jazz improvisation; projects in musics of subSaharan African and African roots of jazz; CM core projects. Open only to music majors and minors. Not open to students with credit in Music 158A-158B or Music 258A-258B.
257A. Comprehensive Musicianship - Renaissance History (1)
Prerequisites: Music 157B with a grade of C (2.0) or better. Concurrent registration in Music 255A and 256A.
History of music of the Renaissance. Analytical score study and assigned recordings. Familiarity with musicological resources through individual assignments. Open only to music majors and minors. Not open to students with credit in Music 452A.
257B. Comprehensive Musicianship - Baroque History (1)
Prerequisite: Music 257A with a grade of C (2.0) or better. Concurrent registration in Music 255B and 256B.
History of music of the Baroque. Analytical score study and assigned recordings. Familiarity with musicological resources through individual assignments. Open only to music majors and minors. Not open to students with credit in Music 452B.
266. Elements of Jazz II (2)
Prerequisite: Music 166.
Harmonic analysis of standard and bebop repertoire, less common modes and dominant scales, solo transcription, analysis, and ear-training.
296. Experimental Topics (1-4)
Selected topics. May be repeated with new content. See Class Schedule for specific content. Limit of nine units of any combination of 296, 496, 596 courses applicable to a bachelor's degree.
301. Recitals (1) Cr/NC I, II
Preparation for individual solo performances and attendance at a minimum of 12 concerts or recitals in accordance with music requirements. Maximum credit four units.
310. Electronic Music (2)
One lecture and three hours of laboratory.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Concepts, terminology and history combined with composition and recording projects introducing analog electronic music with multi-track recording and analog synthesizers; or digital electronic music using digital synthesizers and computer software. May be repeated with new content. Maximum credit four units.
311. Electronic Music Composition Laboratory (1) I, II
Three hours of laboratory.
Prerequisites: Music 310 and consent of instructor.
Discussion and presentation of independent electronic music works in progress. Maximum credit four units.
340. Guitar-Intermediate Class Instruction (1) I, II
Two hours.
Prerequisite: Music 240 with a grade of C (2.0) or better.
Playing styles of folk, popular, and jazz with emphasis on classical music and technique. Theory, reading music, transcription and performance. Group instruction.
343. Music Literature for Children (3) I, II
Prerequisite: Music 102 or 155B.
Analytical study of music suitable for children of all ages. Background information, musical structure and functions of this music in the lives of children are included.
345. World Music in Contemporary Life (3) I, II
Prerequisite: Completion of the General Education requirement in
Foundations II.C., Humanities.
Folk, ancient, and modern art music of world cultures, including traditional music of Africa, Asia, Latin America, the United States and Europe, as they relate to contemporary culture. Concert attendance required.
346. Practicum in Music III (2) I
One lecture and two hours of activity.
Prerequisite: Music 246 with a grade of C (2.0) or better.
Practical teaching applications. Students will develop and teach model lessons evaluated by students, faculty, and master teachers. Students choose a primary area of specialization and a master teacher in preparation for the final semester of the practicum series.
347. Conducting (1)
Prerequisite: Music 255B with a grade of C (2.0) or better.
Basic techniques of conducting. Baton technique, conducting patterns, score reading, elements of performance and interpretation. Practical experience in typical conducting situations.
348. Choral Conducting (1)
Prerequisite: Music 347 with a grade of C (2.0) or better.
Elements of baton technique and development of skills common to choral conducting. Representative literature and techniques for choral organizations studied and performed. Practical experience in typical conducting situations.
349. Instrumental Conducting (1)
Prerequisite: Music 347 with a grade of C (2.0) or better.
Elements of baton technique and development of skills common to instrumental conducting. Representative literature and techniques for instrumental organizations studied and performed. Practical experience in typical conducting situations.
351. Great Music (3) I, II
Prerequisite for Music 351A-D: Completion of the General Education requirement in Foundations II.C., Humanities.
Significant music literature of the various historical periods with emphasis on the stylistic characteristics through directed listening.
A. Musical Masterpieces of the Eighteenth and Nineteenth
Centuries
B. Musical Masterpieces of the Twentieth Century
C. Masterpieces of Grand Opera
D. Jazz History and Appreciation
E. Music of Africa and the Americas
355A. Comprehensive Musicianship - Core (1)
Prerequisites: Music 255B with a grade of C (2.0) or better. Concurrent registration in Music 356A and 357A.
Continuation of Music 255B. Tonal harmony in four or more parts. Composition and analysis in classic and neo-classic style. Sight-singing and aural skills. Music majors and minors only.
355B. Comprehensive Musicianship - Core (1)
Prerequisites: Open only to music majors and minors. Music 355A
with a grade of C (2.0) or better. Concurrent registration in Music 356B
and 357B.
Continuation of Music 355A. Advanced harmony of the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Composition and analysis in late-Romantic (chromatic) or Impressionist style. Sight-singing and aural skills.
356A. Comprehensive Musicianship - Laboratory (1)
Two hours of activity.
Prerequisites: Open only to music majors and minors. Music 256B
with a grade of C (2.0) or better. Concurrent registration in Music 355A
and 357A.
Practical experience in Latin American ensembles; introduction to tonal jazz improvisation; choral readings in Euro-American classical repertory; comprehensive musicianship core projects.
356B. Comprehensive Musicianship - Laboratory (1)
Two hours of activity.
Prerequisites: Open only to music majors and minors. Music 356A
with a grade of C (2.0) or better. Concurrent registration in Music 355B
and 357B.
Practical experience in a Japanese Gagaku ensemble; choral readings in the romantic, early twentieth century repertory; comprehensive musicianship core projects.
357A. Comprehensive Musicianship - Classical History (1)
Prerequisites: Open only to music majors and minors. Music 257B
with a grade of C (2.0) or better. Concurrent registration in Music 355A
and 356A.
History of music of classical era. Analytical score study and assigned recordings. Familiarity with musicological resources through individual assignments. (Formerly numbered Music 452.)
357B. Comprehensive Musicianship - Romantic History (1)
Prerequisites: Open only to music majors and minors. Music 357A
with a grade of C (2.0) or better. Concurrent registration in Music 355B
and 356B.
History of music of the romantic era. Analytical score study and assigned recordings. Familiarity with musicological resources through individual assignments. (Formerly numbered Music 452.)
364A-364B. History of Jazz (2-2)
Jazz style and forms as they have evolved historically. Classroom playing experience in jazz styles as a part of study. Designed for music majors and minors.
366. Elements of Jazz III (2)
Prerequisite: Music 266.
Post bop repertoire, altered modes and scales, solo transcription, analysis, and ear-training.
367. Junior Recital (1) I, II
Prerequisite: Junior standing in music.
Selection of literature for recital program not to exceed 30 minutes in length; theoretical analysis and historical study of scores chosen; preparation and public performance; and examination before committee of music faculty.
The performance group courses are devoted to the study in detail and the public performance of a wide range of representative literature for each type of ensemble, and designed to provide students with practical experience in rehearsal techniques.
369. Collegium Musicum (1) I, II
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Performance of medieval and renaissance music on reproductions of historical instruments. May be repeated with new content. See Class Schedule for specific content. Maximum credit four units.
370. Chamber Music (1) I, II
Three hours. Four hours for opera.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Section for string, woodwind, brass, piano, vocal, and mixed ensemble groups. May be repeated with new content. See Class Schedule for specific content. Maximum credit four units.
374. Concert Band (1) II
Five hours.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Study and public performance of representative literature for ensemble. Practical experience in rehearsal techniques. Maximum credit four units.
375. Marching Band (2) I
More than six hours.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Study and public performance of representative literature for the ensemble. Practical experience in rehearsal technique. Maximum combined credit for Music 175 and 375 eight units.
376. Wind Symphony (1) I, II
Five hours per week.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Study and public performance of representative literature for ensemble. Practical experience in rehearsal techniques. Maximum credit four units.
380. Symphony Orchestra (1) I, II
Five hours.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Maximum credit four units.
384. Opera Theatre (2) I, II
Six or more hours per week.
Interpretation and characterization of light and grand opera. Specific work in coordination of opera ensemble. Maximum credit eight units. (Formerly numbered Music 353.)
385. Concert Choir (1) I, II
Five hours.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Maximum credit four units.
386. Chamber Singers (1) I, II
Five hours.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Study and public performance of representative literature for the ensemble. Practical experience in rehearsal technique. Maximum credit four units.
389. Jazz Ensemble (1) I, II
More than three hours.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Study and public performance of representative literature for ensemble. Practical experience in rehearsal techniques. Maximum credit four units.
397. Issues in Music Education (Credit to be arranged)
(Offered only in Extension)
Prerequisites: Consent of instructor and bachelor's degree.
Study of specially selected issues in music education. Does not apply to undergraduate degrees or completion of teaching credential.
445. Performing Arts and Culture (1)
Prerequisite: Upper division standing.
Exploration of traditional performing arts of different contemporary world cultures, with emphasis on kinesthetic and psychological aspects of experience of performance. Open to all upper division students. May be repeated with new content. Maximum credit three units.
446. Practicum in Music IV (2) II
One lecture and two hours of activity.
Prerequisite: Music 346 with a grade of C (2.0) or better.
Early field experience. Students will complete 20 hours of public school teaching in their area of specialization. Master teachers will provide on-site guidance and evaluation. Field experience and increased effectiveness will be discussed.
451. Performance Studies (1-2) I,II
Fifteen one-half hour private lessons for one unit; fifteen one-hour private lessons for two units.
Prerequisite: Open only to music majors. Audition and approval by
music faculty.
Studies in technical, stylistic, and aesthetic elements of artistic performance. Candidates for the B.M. degree enroll for two units of credit per semester. Candidates for the B.A. degree enroll for one unit of credit per semester. Maximum credit for Music 451 is eight units.
A. Keyboard H. Harp
B. Voice I. Jazz Instruments
C. Woodwinds J. Medieval or Renaissance
D. Brass Instruments
E. Percussion K. Non-Western Instruments
F. Strings L. Composition
G. Classical Guitar
455A. Comprehensive Musicianship - Core (2)
Prerequisites: Open only to music majors and minors. Music 355B
with a grade of C (2.0) or better. Concurrent registration in Music 456A
and 457A.
Continuation of Music 355B. Post-Impressionist harmony and counterpoint in the twentieth century. Polyharmony, polytonality, pandiatonicism, octatonic, atonal, dodecaphonic and serial techniques. Composition and analysis of an original post-tonal or serial piece. World music synthesis.
455B. Comprehensive Musicianship - Core (2)
Prerequisites: Open only to music majors and minors. Music 455A
with a grade of C (2.0) or better. Concurrent registration in Music 456B
and 457B.
Continuation of Music 455A. Independent projects in performance, analysis, composition and conducting for large ensemble (orchestra, wind symphony, choral-instrumental group, jazz or world music ensemble). Composition and orchestration utilizing post-1950 techniques.
456A. Comprehensive Musicianship - Laboratory (1)
Two hours of activity.
Prerequisites: Open only to music majors and minors. Music 356B
with a grade of C (2.0) or better. Concurrent registration in Music 455A
and 457A.
Practical experience in the new music ensemble and world music ensembles; rehearsal and performance of comprehensive musicianship core projects.
456B. Comprehensive Musicianship - Laboratory (1)
Two hours of activity.
Prerequisites: Open only to music majors and minors. Music 456A
with a grade of C (2.0) or better. Concurrent registration in Music 455B
and 457B.
Practical experience in jazz improvisation; new music ensemble graphic score realization; rehearsal and performance of comprehensive musicianship core composition projects.
457A. Comprehensive Musicianship - Twentieth Century (1)
Prerequisites: Open only to music majors and minors. Music 357B
with a grade of C (2.0) or better. Concurrent registration in Music 455A
and 456A.
History of music of the twentieth century. Analytical score study and assigned recordings. Familiarity with musicological resources through individual assignments. (Formerly numbered Music 452.)
457B. Comprehensive Musicianship - Survey of Jazz (1)
Prerequisites: Open only to music majors and minors. Music 457A
with a grade of C (2.0) or better. Concurrent registration in Music 455B
and 456B.
Historical and theoretical overview of jazz art music tradition. Rhythmic, harmonic, and melodic components. Analytical score study and assigned recordings. (Formerly numbered Music 452.)
466. Elements of Jazz IV (2)
Prerequisite: Music 366.
Atonal and aeromedical theories and philosophy, research paper, solo transcription, analysis, and ear-training.
496. Experimental Topics (1-4)
Selected topics. May be repeated with new content. See Class Schedule for specific content. Limit of nine units of any combination of 296, 496, 596 courses applicable to a bachelor's degree.
497. Senior Recital (2) I, II
Prerequisite: Senior standing in music.
Selection of literature for recital program not to exceed one hour in length; theoretical analysis and historical study of scores chosen; preparation and public performance; and examination before committee of music faculty.
499. Special Study (1-3) I, II
Prerequisite: Consent of the music director.
Individual study. Maximum credit six units.
507. Composition Laboratory (1)
Three hours of laboratory.
Prerequisites: Music 207 with a grade of C (2.0) or better and consent of instructor.
Continuation of Music 207. Maximum credit two units.
515. Professional Orientation for Music Performers (2)
One lecture and two hours of activity.
Prerequisites: Twelve units of upper division or graduate standing in
B.M. or M.M. degree. Others by consent of instructor.
Conditions met in professional music world as well as opportunities available. Auditions, contracts, legal and tax responsibilities, media and press promotion, grants, professional management, apprenticeships.
541. Performance Studies Pedagogy (3)
Two lectures and three hours of laboratory.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Teaching beginning and intermediate applied music. Survey and evaluation of teaching materials. Observation of individual or group lessons.
A. Piano C. Voice
542. Performance Studies Laboratory (2)
One lecture and three hours of laboratory.
Prerequisites: For 542A: Music 541A with a grade of C (2.0) or better. For 542C: Music 541C with a grade of C (2.0) or better.
Practical experience in the teaching of individual or group lessons.
A. Piano C. Voice
543. Diction (1)
Principles of pronunciation and enunciation. Application to song and opera in English, Italian, German, and French.
554. Music Literature (2) I, II
Prerequisite: Music 255B.
A concentrated study of the literature in the several areas listed. Analysis of scores and recordings. See Class Schedule for specific content. Maximum credit six units applicable to a master's degree.
A. Chamber Music Literature
B. Orchestral Literature
C. Band Literature
D. Song Literature
E. Choral Literature
G. Keyboard Literature (Seventeenth Century through Beethoven)
H. Keyboard Literature (Schubert to the Present)
561. Area Studies: Ethnomusicology (3)
Prerequisite: Music 351E.
Music of a specific culture. May be repeated with new content. See Class Schedule for specific content. Maximum credit six units.
562. World Music in Context (2)
One lecture and two hours of activity.
Prerequisites: Music 351E and consent of instructor.
Practical experience in the performance of specialized traditional genres of world music, social and environmental context in which they exist. Relationship of music, dance, and theater. May be repeated with new content. See Class Schedule for specific content. Maximum credit six units.
566A-566B. Jazz Arranging and Composition (2-2)
Prerequisite: Music 255B.
Analysis of jazz compositions and arrangements; arranging and composing for large and small jazz ensembles.
569. Advanced Collegium Musicum (1) I, II
Prerequisite: Music 369.
Preparation and performance of representative works by a specific medieval or renaissance composer on historical instruments. May be repeated with new content. See Class Schedule for specific content. Maximum credit four units.
570. Advanced Chamber Music (1) I, II
Three hours.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Study and public performance of established repertory as well as new compositions. Sections for string, woodwind, brass, piano and mixed ensemble groups. May be repeated with new course content. See Class Schedule for specific content. Maximum credit four units.
576. Wind Symphony (1) I, II
Five hours.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Study and public performance of representative literature for the ensemble. Practical experience in rehearsal techniques. Maximum credit four units.
580. Symphony Orchestra (1) I, II
Five hours.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Study and public performance of representative literature for the ensemble. Practical experience in rehearsal techniques. Maximum credit four units. (Formerly numbered Music 581.)
584. Opera Theatre (2)
Six or more hours per week.
Prerequisite: By audition.
Interpretation and characterization of light and grand opera. Specific work in coordination of opera ensemble. Maximum credit eight units of which six units are applicable to a master's degree. (Formerly numbered Music 553.)
585. Concert Choir (1) I, II
Five hours.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Study and public performance of representative literature for the ensemble. Practical experience in rehearsal techniques. Maximum credit four units.
586. Chamber Singers (1) I, II
Five hours.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Study and public performance of representative literature for the ensemble. Practical experience in rehearsal technique. Maximum credit four units.
589. Jazz Ensemble (1) I, II
Three hours.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Study and public performance of representative literature for the ensemble. Practical experience in rehearsal techniques. Maximum credit four units.
590. Advanced Practicum in Music (3)
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor in area of practicum.
Students will be assigned to appropriate class sections within selected undergraduate area as instructional assistants under staff supervision. (Formerly numbered Music 658.)
591. Theory and Practice of Musical Expression and Interpretation (2)
Prerequisite: Music 255B.
Musical perception as it pertains to expressive aspects of performance. Theories of interpretation and ways in which performers can create the impulse to shape its inherent architectonic structure.
592. Analogs in Music, Art, and Literature (3)
Prerequisite: At least one survey course in music history or appreciation, art history, or comparative literature.
Cross-influences and correspondences in the arts from the standpoints of style, texture, rhythm, and form.
596. Special Topics in Music (1-3)
A specialized study of selected topics from the several areas of music. May be repeated with new content. See Class Schedule for specific content. Limit of nine units of any combination of 296, 496, 596 courses applicable to a bachelor's degree. Maximum credit of six units of 596 applicable to a bachelor's degree. Maximum combined credit of six units of 596 and 696 applicable to a 30-unit master's degree.
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