Undergraduate Music
Undergraduate Music
2020 Fall 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.
PRIVATE INSTRUMENTAL INSTRUCTION (ELECTIVE)
MUSC 120
This course is intended for non-music majors, music minors, and music majors who are taking elective instrumental lessons that are not part of curricular requirements. Open by consent of instructor and department. Audition may be required.
PRIVATE VOCAL INSTRUCTION (ELECTIVE)
MUSC 121
This course is intended for non-music majors, music minors, and music majors who are taking elective vocal lessons that are not part of curricular requirements. Open by consent of instructor and department. Audition may be required.
PRIVATE PIANO INSTRUCTION (ELECTIVE)
MUSC 122
This course is intended for non-music majors, music minors, and music majors who are taking elective piano lessons that are not part of curricular requirements. Open by consent of instructor and department. Audition may be required.
PRIVATE INSTRUMENTAL INSTRUCTION (NON-PRIMARY)
MUSC 126
This course is intended for minors and for music majors fulfilling applied music requirements for secondary study.
PRIVATE VOCAL INSTRUCTION (NON-PRIMARY)
MUSC 127
This course is intended for minors and for music majors fulfilling applied music requirements for secondary study.
PRIVATE PIANO INSTRUCTION (NON-PRIMARY)
MUSC 128
This course is intended for minors and for music majors fulfilling applied music requirements for secondary study.
INTRODUCTION TO CLASSICAL MUSIC
MUSC 140
A course in music appreciation focusing on western European Art music, emphasizing the organizational elements in music and the pertinence of these elements to perceptive listening and the role of music in culture. Lectures, concerts, assigned reading and directed listening. Not open to music majors and minors.
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.
THEORY I
MUSC 151
An approach to the comprehension of the basic tools of musicianship through the study of notation, clefs, meters, scales, modes, intervals, tonality, melody and harmony.
AURAL SKILLS I
MUSC 153
An approach to the comprehension of the basic tools of musicianship through the study of pitch and pattern work on melody, harmony and rhythm. Intended to be taken concurrently with Theory I (MUSC 151).
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.
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 MUSC 169.
UNIVERSITY ORCHESTRA
MUSC 162
Open to all university students. Materials selected from standard orchestral literature.
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.
MARCHING BAND
MUSC 169
Open to all students in the university who play a wind or percussion instrument, or who have been in a color guard. Performs for all home games, State Marching Band Championships and travels periodically. Offered fall term only.
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.
UNIVERSITY CHOIRS
MUSC 171
Open to all university students; no audition required. Registering for University Choirs automatically places students in Concert Choir plus either Women's Chorale or Men's Chorus, depending on gender. The total rehearsal commitment is four hours per week. Repertoire includes classical, world, and popular music; activities consist of concerts on campus, often with the Whitewater Symphony Orchestra. Repeatable.
CHAMBER SINGERS
MUSC 172
Selective choir open to all students by audition. Repertoire consists of classical music from all eras and a wide variety of ethnic music. Activities include concerts on and off campus and annual tours, either regionally or internationally. Four hours of rehearsal per week. Auditions held during the first week of classes in September, and, as needed, in January.
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.
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.
CLASS PIANO I
MUSC 186
Group instruction for music majors and minors who have had no previous keyboard training. Two one-hour meetings and four hours practice per week.
CLASS PIANO III
MUSC 188
A continuation of MUSC 187 or the equivalent. Two one-hour meetings and four hours practice per week.
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.
MUSIC HISTORY I
MUSC 245
A survey of the history of Western music, from Antiquity to 1750. The course emphasizes music listening and style analysis of Medieval, Renaissance and Baroque music, along with basic bibliographic knowledge and research practices necessary for the music student.
MUSIC HISTORY III
MUSC 247
A continuation of MUSC 246. A survey of the history of Western music, from 1900 to the present. The course emphasizes music listening and style analysis of 20th and 21st - century music, including popular styles.
THEORY III
MUSC 251
An approach to the comprehension of the basic tools of musicianship through the study of modulation and chromatic harmony.
AURAL SKILLS III
MUSC 253
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 II.
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.
INSTRUMENTAL ENSEMBLE
MUSC 269
Instrumental ensembles that are regularly offered in the spring term include 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.
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.
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.
DICTION FOR SINGERS II
MUSC 276
Language diction as applied to singing. This course deals with Singer's German and French Diction.
VOCAL JAZZ ENSEMBLE
MUSC 277
Selective choir open to all students by audition. Repertoire covers all styles in the contemporary vocal idiom, including jazz, pop, and Broadway. Concerts occur on and off campus and on annual tours, either regionally or internationally. Two hours of rehearsal per week. Auditions are held during the first week of classes in September, and, as needed, in January. Repeatable.
GOSPEL CHOIR
MUSC 278
Open to all university students; no audition required. The study and performance of music in the African-American Gospel tradition. Activities include weekly rehearsals and concerts on and off campus each semester. Repeatable.
VOCAL ENSEMBLE
MUSC 279
Open to all university students; no audition required. Ensembles include Women's Chorale, Men's Chorus, and Concert Choir. These choirs perform a wide variety of musical styles, including classical, popular, Broadway, and world music. Activities consist of concerts on and off campus. Repeatable.
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.
AUDIO PRACTICUM
MUSC 293
Students will develop their skills in audio technology and application through practical experience working in sound reinforcement and studio recording environments.
PRIVATE INSTRUMENTAL INSTRUCTION (NON-PRIMARY) LEVEL 2
MUSC 326
A continuation of 100 level with increased emphasis on technical facility and preparation of solo literature. Repeatable for a maximum of 3 units in major.
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.
PRIVATE PIANO INSTRUCTION (NON-PRIMARY) LEVEL 2
MUSC 328
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.
PIANO PEDAGOGY
MUSC 339
A critical and intensive examination of teaching materials and skills essential for teaching the piano.
HISTORY OF AMERICAN JAZZ
MUSC 344
This course is designed for music majors and minors who have a background in music theory and jazz. It is a historical survey of jazz, with musical analysis and research on specific jazz styles.
SOUND AND IMAGE:AN EXPLORATION OF SOUND FOR/WITH VISUAL MEDIA
MUSC 346
This course will explore the ways in which sound and music have been utilized in conjunction with images in diverse media including films, video games, video art, cartoons, music videos, television and live performance.
CONDUCTING
MUSC 356
The technique, practice and principles of conducting. Emphasis on the development of effective hand and baton technique through drill and examples of the various meter patterns, tempi, styles, dynamics and musical terms.
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.
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.
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.
CHAMBER MUSIC
MUSC 383
Rehearsal and performance of music for diverse small ensembles. 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.
ACCOMPANYING AND COLLABORATIVE PIANO PRACTICUM
MUSC 385
The goal of this repeatable course is to explore the role, preparation, rehearsal and performance of piano in an array of collaborative contexts, and to gain practical experience in accompanying and musical collaboration.
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.
ELECTRONIC MUSIC AND SOUND DESIGN 1
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.
ARRANGING
MUSC 453
A study of orchestration, band scoring, and writing for smaller instrumental ensembles, emphasizing fluency in score reading and transpositions. Students will also be presented with an introduction to basic choral arranging principles.
COUNTERPOINT
MUSC 454
A study of contrapuntal technique, centering on the 18th century style. The fugue, passacaglia, and other forms are analyzed. Students will complete projects in two and three voices.
MUSIC COMPOSITION
MUSC 457
Creative writing in various idioms, utilizing both harmonic and contrapuntal techniques.
JAZZ IMPROVISATION
MUSC 458
The study and practice of jazz improvisation. Study of the fundamentals of jazz music theory and nomenclature. Listening to, and transcribing historic jazz solos. Performance of modal jazz and 12 bar blues. May be repeated once; maximum of two credits may be applied towards degree.
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.
ADVANCED MUSIC COMPOSITION
MUSC 462
Advanced study in music composition. Students will compose substantial original works for soloist, chamber ensemble, electronic media, or some combination of the above.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
INDEPENDENT STUDY
MUSC 498
Study of selected topic or topics under the direction of a faculty member.
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.
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.
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.