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Undergraduate Music

2007 Spring Term

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RECITAL ATTENDANCE

MUSC 100

Offered on a satisfactory/no credit basis only. A set number of recitals and concerts must be attended to fulfill the requirement. Open to and required of music majors and minors. Repeatable.

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FUNDAMENTALS OF MUSIC

MUSC 111

A required course for Early Childhood, Elementary and Middle School education majors. A prerequisite to EARLYCHD 222 and ELEMMID 223. Not a General Studies Course.

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PRIVATE INSTRUMENTAL INSTRUCTION (NON-PRIMARY)

MUSC 126

This course is intended for minors and for music majors fulfilling applied music requirements for secondary study. Repeatable. Prereq: Open by audition and consent of instructor.

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PRIVATE VOCAL INSTRUCTION (NON-PRIMARY)

MUSC 127

This course is intended for minors and for music majors fulfilling applied music requirements for secondary study. Repeatable. Prereq: Open by audition and consent of instructor.

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PRIVATE PIANO INSTRUCTION (NON-PRIMARY)

MUSC 128

This course is intended for minors and for music majors fulfilling applied music requirements for secondary study. Repeatable. Prereq: Open by audition and consent of instructor.

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PRIVATE ORGAN INSTRUCTION (NON-PRIMARY)

MUSC 129

This course is intended for minors and for music majors fulfilling applied music requirements for secondary study. Repeatable. Prereq: Open by audition and consent of instructor.

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INTRODUCTION TO CLASSICAL MUSIC

MUSC 140

A course in music appreciation emphasizing the organizational elements in music and the pertinence of these elements to perceptive listening. Lectures, concerts, assigned reading and directed listening. Not open to music majors and minors.

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SURVEY OF AMERICAN JAZZ

MUSC 143

A listening approach to jazz with emphases both upon styles and the contribution made by selected jazz musicians of America. Other influences upon jazz will also be surveyed.

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INTRODUCTION TO MUSIC THEORY

MUSC 150

A beginning course in music theory for interested students. The course content includes basic concepts of notation, pitch, rhythm, scales, and chords. Beginning listening and music reading skills are taught. Credits not applicable to music major or minor.

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THEORY II

MUSC 152

An approach to the comprehension of the basic tools of musicianship through the study of part-writing, harmonic progression, chord functions, seventh chords and secondary dominants.

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AURAL SKILLS II

MUSC 154

The second of a series of four terms of basic musical training in ear training, sightsinging and rhythm intended to be the foundation courses for all music majors and minors.

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PRIVATE INSTRUMENTAL INSTRUCTION-PRIMARY PERFORM AREA (LEVEL 1)

MUSC 160

Study at this level includes the review and application of fundamental techniques in the selected area, and the performance of solo repertoire appropriate to the first year of college study. Repeatable. Open to music majors who have passed the entrance audition in their primary area.

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UNIVERSITY BANDS

MUSC 161

Open to all students in the university. Symphonic Wind Ensemble meets in the evenings during the fall term and in the afternoons during the spring term. Concert Band meets only during the spring term, in the afternoons. For Marching Band information, please see 150-169. For Pep Band, please see MUSC 269. Repeatable. Prereq: Audition required for membership in Symphonic Wind Ensemble

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UNIVERSITY ORCHESTRA

MUSC 162

Open to all university students. Materials selected from standard orchestral literature. Repeatable. Prereq: Audition and consent of instructor.

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JAZZ BANDS

MUSC 164

Open to all university students. The Jazz Bands rehearse and perform various styles of the jazz band repertoire with a focus on skills in improvisation. Repeatable. Prereq: Audition and consent of instructor.

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FOLK GUITAR

MUSC 166

An introduction to guitar through class lesson. Emphasis will be placed on the chordal approach to guitar playing in order to harmonize (accompany) popular folk melodies.

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PRIVATE VOCAL INSTRUCTION-PRIMARY PERFORM AREA (LEVEL 1)

MUSC 170

Study at this level includes the review and application of fundamental techniques and the performance of solo repertoire appropriate to the first year of college study. Repeatable. Open to music majors who have passed the entrance audition in their primary area.

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CONCERT CHOIRS

MUSC 171

Membership open to all college men and women who have had previous choral experience. Activities consist of concerts, spring tour and special programs. The choir performs standard choral literature. Repeatable. Prereq: Admission by audition

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CLASS VOICE I

MUSC 177

Application of the basic fundamentals of vocal tone production and technique. Open to all university students, with priority given to music majors or minors fulfilling degree requirements.

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PRIVATE PIANO INSTRUCTION-PRIMARY PERFORM AREA (LEVEL 1)

MUSC 180

Study at this level includes the review and application of fundamental techniques and the performance of solo repertoire appropriate to the first year of college study. Repeatable. Open to music majors who have passed the entrance audition in their primary area.

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PRIVATE ORGAN INSTRUCTION-PRIMARY PERFORM AREA (LEVEL 1)

MUSC 181

Study at this level includes the review and application of fundamental techniques and the performance of solo repertoire appropriate to the first year of college study. Repeatable. Open to music majors who have passed the entrance audition in their primary area.

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CLASS PIANO

MUSC 187

Continuation of MUSC 186 or the equivalent. Students must audition prior to or during registration to be accepted at this level. Two one-hour meetings and four hours practice per week.

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FUNCTIONAL CLASS PIANO

MUSC 189

Continuation of MUSC 188 or the equivalent. Students must audition prior to or during registration to be accepted at this level. Applied piano or organ lessons may be taken simultaneously. Instrumental music education majors are encouraged to enroll in this course during their last term of piano study. Two one-hour meetings plus four hours of practice per week.

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MUSIC IMPROVISATION

MUSC 190

An exploration of the basic harmonic and melodic skills necessary to compose spontaneously. Examination of melodic and chord/scale vocabularies as they relate to specific styles such as jazz, Latin jazz, blues, rock, and bluegrass.

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SURVEY OF AFRICAN AMERICAN MUSIC

MUSC 240

This course is a survey of the African American contribution to the musical heritage of the United States. Styles discussed will include: Black musics of the 19th century, the Blues, Gospel, Jazz, and popular styles from Doo Wop to Hip Hop, as well as art music by African American composers. Previous musical experience is not necessary.

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MUSIC HISTORY II

MUSC 246

A continuation of MUSC 245. A survey of the history of Western music, from 1600 to 1800. The course emphasizes music listening and style analysis of Baroque and Classical period music.

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THEORY IV

MUSC 252

A study of the tonal, melodic, and formal organization of art music since 1900. Students will examine works characterizing a diversity of compositional styles and explore appropriate methods of analysis.

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AURAL SKILLS IV

MUSC 254

An approach to the comprehension of the basic tools of musicianship through the study of pitch and pattern work in melody, harmony and rhythm at a more advanced level than Aural Skills III.

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PRIVATE INSTRUMENTAL INSTRUCTION-PRIMARY PERFORM AREA (LEVEL 2)

MUSC 260

Study at this level is a continuation of 100 Level with increased emphasis on musicianship, expansion of technical facility, and the coverage and performance of standard repertoire. Repeatable. Prereq: Completion of two terms of 100 Level with a grade of "C" or better in each term ("B" or better for students pursuing the Performance Emphasis). Equivalent study and/or demonstrated accomplishment may be presented as an alternative.

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INSTRUMENTAL ENSEMBLE

MUSC 269

Instrumental ensembles that are regularly offered in the spring term include Pep Band, Flute Choir, Brass Ensemble and related groups (Horn/Trombone/Tuba-Euphonium Choirs), and Percussion Ensemble. Smaller chamber ensembles can be formed as student interest warrants. Membership is open to all university students. Repeatable. Some groups require an audition.

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PRIVATE VOCAL INSTRUCTION-PRIMARY PERFORM AREA (LEVEL 2)

MUSC 270

A continuation of 100 Level with increased emphasis on musicianship, expansion of technical facility, and the study and performance of standard repertoire. Repeatable.

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OPERA PERFORMANCE TECHNIQUES

MUSC 271

A study of basic techniques for the singer/actor through performance of scenes from operatic masterworks of various historical periods. Repeatable. Prereq: Audition or consent of instructor

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DICTION FOR SINGERS I

MUSC 275

Language diction as applied to singing. The emphasis in this course is on Singer's English and Italian Diction

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VOCAL ENSEMBLE

MUSC 279

The study and performance of selected vocal chamber music. Ensembles include Women's Chorale and Class Act (jazz/show choir) and Gospel Choir. Repeatable. Open to all students by audition.

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PRIVATE PIANO INSTRUCTION-PRIMARY PERFORM AREA (LEVEL 2)

MUSC 280

A continuation of 100 Level with increased emphasis on musicianship, expansion of technical facility, and the study and performance of standard repertoire. Repeatable.

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PRIVATE ORGAN INSTRUCTION-PRIMARY PERFORM AREA (LEVEL 2)

MUSC 281

A continuation of 100 Level with increased emphasis on musicianship, expansion of technical facility, and the study and performance of standard repertoire. Repeatable.

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TECHNOLOGY MUSIC EDUCATORS

MUSC 290

Aspects of music technology essential to music educators, such as the use of music software in notation and composition, MIDI-based sequencing and sampling, digital recording and production, basic live sound techniques, and basic technology grant-writing strategies.

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PRIVATE VOCAL INSTRUCTION (NON-PRIMARY) LEVEL 2

MUSC 327

A continuation of 100 Level with increased emphasis on technical facility and preparation of solo literature. Repeatable for a maximum of 3 credits in major.

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PIANO PEDAGOGY

MUSC 339

A critical and intensive examination of teaching materials and skills essential for teaching the piano. Prereq: Four terms of applied piano

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CHORAL LITERATURE

MUSC 343

A survey of choral literature from the sixteenth century to the present, including the evaluation of choral works for school and church choirs and small ensembles.

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WOMEN IN MUSIC

MUSC 345

A survey of women musicians in Western European art music and twentieth-century popular musical styles. Historical, cultural, and philosophical issues surrounding the contributions of female performers, composers, conductors, patrons, teachers, musicologists, and other musical professions will be explored, as well as the portrayal of women in opera, musical theater, and music videos.

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CHORAL CONDUCTING

MUSC 357

Advanced choral conducting techniques with emphasis placed on rehearsal problems and solutions as well as choral organization management.

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INSTRUMENTAL CONDUCTING

MUSC 358

Advanced conducting techniques with emphasis on both the gestural aspects of conducting and score study.

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PRIVATE INSTRUMENTAL INSTRUCTION-PRIMARY PERFORM AREA (LEVEL 3)

MUSC 360

A continuation of 200 Level with increased emphasis on technical facility and preparation of solo literature. Repeatable.

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STRING INSTRUMENT TECHNIQUES

MUSC 362

Students will learn fundamentals of both right and left hand technique including tone production, various bowing styles, intonation, shifting, and vibrato. Students will also learn pedagogical strategies for teaching string instruments in school settings.

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WOODWIND TECHNIQUES II

MUSC 364

Woodwind Techniques II provides music education students seeking licensure, functional instruction on non-primary woodwind instruments. The course emphasizes the development of pedogogical and performance skills relative to oboe, bassoon and saxophone. The student will demonstrate a functional performance level on the oboe, bassoon and saxophone, and diagnose and solve the problems of embouchure, breathing, posture, tone production, hand position, technique, and basic musicianship.

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BRASS INSTRUMENT TECHNIQUES

MUSC 366

Study of brass instrument pedogogical and performance skills to help prepare instrumental music education majors to teach brass instruments to beginning and intermediate students, and to support more advanced students with a knowledge of pedogogical and performance practices, related materials, and equipment.

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PERCUSSION TECHNIQUES

MUSC 368

Study of snare drum, timpani, keyboard percussion, drum set and other percussion instruments. Consideration given to the problems of the beginning percussionist. Repeatable.

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PRIVATE VOCAL INSTRUCTION-PRIMARY PERFORM AREA (LEVEL 3)

MUSC 370

A continuation of 200 Level with increased emphasis on technical facility and preparation of solo literature. Performance majors will give a twenty-minute recital. Repeatable.

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PRIVATE PIANO INSTRUCTION-PRIMARY PERFORM AREA (LEVEL 3)

MUSC 380

A continuation of 200 Level with increased emphasis on technical facility and preparation of solo literature. Repeatable.

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PRIVATE ORGAN INSTRUCTION-PRIMARY PERFORM AREA (LEVEL 3)

MUSC 381

A continuation of 200 Level with increased emphasis on technical facility and preparation of solo literature. Repeatable.

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CHAMBER MUSIC

MUSC 383

Rehearsal and performance of music for diverse small ensembles. Repeatable. Credit for MUSC 383 will not be given for work undertaken as part of any applied lesson course work or for Senior Recital MUSC 488 or MUSC 489. Prereq: Consent of instructor

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THE HISTORY AND LITERATURE OF THE WIND BAND AND WIND ENSEMBLE

MUSC 440

The history and literature of the wind band and wind ensemble will be examined through historical documentation and literature analysis. The course will encompass ancient and Medieval wind music through the 20th century.

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LITERATURE AND PEDAGOGY OF THE MAJOR PERFORMING AREA

MUSC 443

Designed to acquaint the student with the literature and pedagogy of his/her major performance medium through performance, recordings, analysis, and examinaiton of pedagogical materials and techniques. Criteria for evaluating the aesthetic worth of specific compositions are given special emphasis. Repeatable. Prereq: Two years of study in principal performance area.

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SURVEY OF WORLD MUSICS

MUSC 450

Provides a basic introduction to ethmusicological methods and problems, and surveys several non-Western musical cultures. Students will analyze representative works and conduct independent research on a pertinent topic.

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MIDI TECHNIQUES

MUSC 452

A study of Musical Instrument Digital Interface sequencing technology. Students will use the UW-W MIDI Lab's computer, synthesizer, digital recording and sound processing equipment, and sequencing software. A final recording project will incorporate both live and digital sound sources. Prereq: MUSC 152 or consent of instructor

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FORM AND ANALYSIS

MUSC 455

A study of the basic structural components employed in traditional long forms. Analysis, centered on the Classical period, will also include works of other eras.

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MUSIC COMPOSITION

MUSC 457

Creative writing in various idioms, utilizing both harmonic and contrapuntal techniques. Repeatable with consent of instructor. Prereq: MUSC 252 or consent of instructor

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PRIVATE INSTRUMENTAL INSTRUCTION-PRIMARY PERFORM AREA (LEVEL 4)

MUSC 460

A continuation of 300 Level, the primary objective being the preparation and presentation of a senior recital. Repeatable.

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ADVANCED JAZZ IMPROVISATION

MUSC 461

Continued study and practice of jazz improvisation. Study of more advanced concepts in jazz music theory. Listening to and transcribing historic jazz solos. Performance of 12 bar blues, minor blues, "rhythm changes", and jazz standards.

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MARCHING BAND TECHNIQUES

MUSC 468

An intensive study of numerous pedagogical and administrative methods necessary to create and educational marching band experience. Topics include fundamentals of drill design, music selection, comprehensive show planning, teaching methodologies, auxiliary groups, and marching percussion. Prereq: MUSC 252 or consent of instructor

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PRIVATE VOCAL INSTRUCTION-PRIMARY PERFORM AREA (LEVEL 4)

MUSC 470

A continuation of 300 Level, the primary objective being the preparation and presentation of a senior recital. Repeatable.

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PRIVATE PIANO INSTRUCTION-PRIMARY PERFORM AREA (LEVEL 4)

MUSC 480

A continuation of 300 Level, the primary objective being the preparation and presentation of a senior recital. Repeatable.

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PRIVATE ORGAN INSTRUCTION-PRIMARY PERFORM AREA (LEVEL 4)

MUSC 481

A continuation of 300 Level, the primary objective being the preparation and presentation of a senior recital. Repeatable.

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VOCAL AND INSTRUMENTAL ACCOMPANYING

MUSC 482

A study of principles of vocal and instrumental accompanying. Practical accompaniment projects carried out under supervision. Repeatable four times for major/degree. Prereq: Consent of instructor

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SENIOR RECITAL

MUSC 488

Prerequisite: Two terms of private instruction in the Primary Performing Area at 300 Level. The student should enroll for this course in the term in which he/she intends to present the senior recital. The main objective is the preparation of at least 20 minutes of music and its performance on a public recital. One credit of Level 400 instruction in the Primary Performing Area may be elected concurrently.

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SENIOR RECITAL (PERFORMANCE)

MUSC 489

Prerequisite: Two terms of private instruction in the Primary Performing Area at 300 Level. The student should enroll for this course in the term in which he/she intends to present the senior recital. The main objective is the preparation of at least 45 minutes of music and its performance on a public recital. Two or three credits of Level 400 instruction in the Primary Performing Area should be elected concurrently.

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WORKSHOP

MUSC 490

Prerequisite: Two terms of private instruction in the Primary Performing Area at 300 Level. The student should enroll for this course in the term in which he/she intends to present the senior recital. The main objective is the preparation of at least 45 minutes of music and its performance on a public recital. Two or three credits of Level 400 instruction in the Primary Performing Area should be elected concurrently.

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INDEPENDENT STUDY

MUSC 498

Study of selected topic or topics under the direction of a faculty member. Repeatable. Prereq: Consent of interested staff member and the department chairperson. (Open to juniors and seniors majoring or minoring in music)

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PRIVATE INSTRUMENTAL INSTRUCTION IN THE PRIMARY PERFORMING AREA

MUSC 60

This course is intended for students accepted as probationary music majors. Students allowed to enroll have demonstrated potential in their performing medium, but need to review the basics of playing their instrument and/or need work in some performance skills to catch up to the level of a first term music major. This course counts toward the term credit load and will be computed into the grade point average. It will not be included in the credit count toward graduation. This course is not repeatable. At the conclusion of one term of "0" lessons, the student must reaudition to be accepted as a major in the department. A grade of "C" or lower and/or nonacceptance as a music major will be cause for the removal of the student from the program. NOTE: Does not count toward degree. Prereq: Acceptance as a probationary music major.

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PRIVATE VOCAL INSTRUCTION IN THE PRIMARY AREA

MUSC 70

This course is intended for students acceptedas probationary music majors. Students allowed to enroll have demonstrated potential in their performing medium, but need to review the basics of playing their instrument and/or need work in some performance skills to catch up to the level of first term music major. This course counts toward the term credit load and will be computed into the grade point average. It will not be included in the credit count toward graduation. This course is not repeatable. At the conclusion of one term of "0" lessons, the student must reaudition to be accepted as a major in the department. A grade of "C" or lower and/or nonacceptance as a music major will be cause for the removal of the student from the program. NOTE: Does not count toward degree. Prereq: Acceptance as a probationary music major.

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PRIVATE KEYBOARD INSTRUCTION IN THE PRIMARY PERFORMING AREA

MUSC 80

This course is intended for students accepted as probationary music majors. Students allowed to enroll have demonstrated potential in their performing medium, but need to review the basics of playing their instrument and/or need work in some performance skills to catch up to the level of a first term music major.This course counts toward the term credit load and will be computed into the grade point average. It will not be included in the credit count toward graduation. This course is not repeatable. At the conclusion of one term of "0" lessons, the student must reaudition to be accepted as a major in the department. A grade of "C" or lower and/or nonacceptance as a music major will be cause for the removal of the student from the program. NOTE: Does not count toward degree. Prereq: Acceptance as a probationary music major