Music (MUSC)
General Information
The Department of Music at Carleton College enrolls several hundred students every term, both majors and non-majors, in a curriculum that offers a balanced, integrated approach to the areas of performance, composition, theory, history, and ethnomusicology. Though students arrive at Carleton with a wide range of musical background and ability, all are encouraged to broaden, deepen, enrich and improve their engagement with music. In addition to music-making experiences in our performing ensembles and private lessons, the Department offers an array of classroom courses that range from those designed specifically for the introductory level student to advanced seminars for majors.
Courses in Applied Music
There are two registration options for nine half-hour lessons (the 100-level courses) or nine hour lessons (the 200-level courses):
First option: a one-credit course (100-level) or a two-credit course (200-level) that will be mandatory S/CR/NC.
Second option: a one-credit course (100-level) or a two-credit course (200-level) that will carry a "J" designation and include a jury experience at the end of the term. This type of course will be graded, though students can elect to take it S/CR/NC, in which case, the credits count toward their maximum allowed.
All students regardless of major may study an instrument or voice at beginning through advanced levels, and may participate in the Department's musical ensembles by placement or audition. Registration for applied music lessons must be included in the student's official registration. The comprehensive fee does not include the cost of private instruction, and special fees are charged as described elsewhere. Fees are not refundable for late drops except when a late drop is made for medical reasons or in similar emergency situations. In such cases, the student must consult with the Music Department.
In the following listing, Music 150-184 and 285 are for one credit, Music 250-284, 286, and 299 are for two credits. Permission of the instructor is required for registration for two credits.
Requirements for a Major
The goal of the major in Music at Carleton is to give students grounding in all aspects of the study of music: performance, composition, theory, history, and ethnomusicology. In addition to excellent preparation for graduate study in any of these fields, successful completion of the major provides a basic musical competency, enriches students' other coursework at the College, and enhances their experiences in applied studies.
Students intending to major in music should consult with the Music Major Adviser, Professor Lawrence Archbold, early in their college career since the theory and history courses follow one another in a preferred sequence. Courses offered for a grade must be taken for a grade to apply to the major: i.e., courses cannot be taken S/CR/NC. All majors must take the following core courses:
4 credits: Musicianship ( Music 103, 104)
16 credits: Music Theory (Music 103, 104, 110, 204)
12 credits: Music History (Music 211, 312)
6 credits: Ethnomusicology (Music 140, 141, 243, 245, 247 or 248, AMST 214)
6 credits: Composition (Music 220; 285/286 cannot substitute for 220)
6 credits: Music Since 1900 (Music 303)
2 credits: Music Major Colloquium (Music 398)
4 credits: Integrative Exercise (Music 400)
8 credits: Juried Lessons, no more than 4 credits of 299 may count toward this requirement.
4 credits: Ensemble Participation (Music 185 through 195), of which at least two credits are in one of the following conducted ensembles: 185, 186, 187, 189, 190
6 credits: Music Electives (from any Music course).
Performance Requirement
Every music major must, at least on one occasion, give a public performance of a piece worked on with one of the major's applied music instructors. This performance must be a solo, not a group, performance and might take place during a studio recital or common time recital, a junior or senior solo recital, or some other event sponsored by the Music Department.
Music Courses
MUSC 100. Degenerate Music This course examines the causes, methods and logic behind attempts to censor music by governments, commercial corporations and religious authorities through guided listening, reading, and writing assignments. Lectures focus on the "entartete musik" of Nazi Germany and the social realism of Stalinist Russia. A comparative examination of these two instances of systematic culture control leads to the formation of a definition for music censorship and suggests a methodology for the study of other examples. Contemporary cases of music censorship are then selected from a wide range of countries, including North Korea, Iran, South Africa, Afghanistan, and the United States. 6 cr., WR; AI, WR1, IS, Fall—H. Valdivia
MUSC 101. Music Fundamentals A course designed for students with little or no music background as preparation and support for other music courses, ensemble participation and applied music study. The course covers the fundamentals of note and rhythmic reading, basic harmony, and develops proficiency in aural skills and elementary keyboard skills. This class will make regular use of the music computer lab for assignments. 3 cr., ARP, Spring—A. Mazzariello
MUSC 103. Musicianship Lab I An introduction to the basic elements of rhythm and melody, with a strong emphasis on sight reading using solfége, score reading in multiple clefs, and short dictation exercises. Prerequisite: The ability to read music fluently in one clef. 2 cr., ARP, Fall—J. London, R. Rodman
MUSC 104. Musicianship Lab II Continuation of Musicianship Lab I. More advanced solfége is introduced, including chromaticism, and longer dictation exercises which introduce standard melodic schemas. Some harmonic dictation will also be included. Prerequisite: MUSC 103, 200 or placement by examination. 2 cr., ARP, Winter—J. London, R. Rodman
MUSC 108. Introduction to Music Technology A course in using the computer to make meaningful interventions into our practices as musicians. We'll explore a number of approaches to composing, producing, and hearing music, among them coding, visual programming, and working in a digital audio workstation. Students will ultimately combine and hybridize these different methods in order to create unique, individual systems, using them to make new work. Open to all interested students; no prior experience with music, programming, or production required. 6 cr., ARP, Fall—A. Mazzariello
MUSC 110. The Materials of Music An introduction to the materials of western tonal music, with an emphasis on harmonic structure and syntax. It also covers phrase structure, musical texture, and small musical forms, along with basic theoretical concepts and vocabulary. Student work involves readings, listening assignments, analytical exercises, and short composition projects. Prerequisite: The ability to read music fluently in one clef. 6 cr., LA, Fall—R. Rodman, J. London
MUSC 111. Classical Music: An Introduction An introduction to the history of western art music from the Middle Ages to the present. The emphasis is on the various styles of the western tradition (Medieval, Renaissance, Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and Modern) and their relationships with other aspects of European and Euro-American high culture. Representative compositions from each of these periods will be studied through reading and guided listening. Prerequisite: No prerequisite: the ability to read music is not necessary. 6 cr., LA, WR2, Not offered in 2015-2016.
MUSC 115. Music and Film This course explores the history and development of film music along with theories of how music contributes to the meaning of moving images and narrative scenes. The primary focus of the course will be on film music in the U.S., but notable film scores from Europe and Asia will also be discussed. The film music history covers historical periods from the pre-cinematic Vaudeville era through the postmodern films of the early twenty-first century. Cross-cutting this chronological history will be discussion of film musicals as a separate genre. Ability to read music not required. 6 cr., WR; LA, WR2, Not offered in 2015-2016.
MUSC 117. Introduction to Composition Two class meetings and one individual session per week. In contrast to Music 220, this class does not require a background in music theory. It is designed for the person who has an interest in exploring the process of writing music. Class meetings will introduce techniques of composition and present structured exercises. Individual sessions will focus on the student's own projects. Class assignments will involve the opportunity to use computer/midi/synthesizer technologies. Prerequisite: The ability to read music. 6 cr., S/CR/NC, ARP, Not offered in 2015-2016.
MUSC 120. Introduction to Opera A survey of opera and its history with special emphasis on four major works, one each by Mozart, Bizet, Wagner, and Stravinsky. Operas will be studied through video presentation, listening, and readings. Librettos available in translation; ability to read music not required. 6 cr., LA, WR2, Winter—L. Archbold
MUSC 121. Songs from Beethoven to Ben Folds This course will provide an overview of the song cycle genre from its beginning up to and including some popular albums. Our goal is to enhance listening and analytical skills through reading and listening assignments, in-class discussions, and analyses. Prerequisite: Ability to read music not required. 6 cr., LA, WR2, Not offered in 2015-2016.
MUSC 122. Symphonies from Mozart to Mahler A survey of orchestral symphonies and related genres from the late eighteenth through the late nineteenth centuries with emphasis on the works of Mozart, Beethoven, Berlioz, Schubert, Schumann, Brahms, Mahler, and others. Symphonies will be studied through listening and readings; connections to other aspects of nineteenth-century European culture will be explored. Prerequisite: Ability to read music not required. 6 cr., LA, WR2, Not offered in 2015-2016.
MUSC 126. America's Music A survey of American music with particular attention to the interaction of the folk, popular, and classical realms. No musical experience required. A one-credit trailing course, Ethics and Digital Ownership, PHIL 199, is available to interested students. 6 cr., WR; LA, WR2, IDS, Winter—M. Russell
MUSC 128. Introduction to Conducting The course covers the fundamentals of conducting such as beat patterns, baton technique, score reading, cueing, fermatas, and releases. The class will function as an ensemble, with each student conducting short assignments as frequently as possible. Prerequisite: Ability to read music and active participation in a faculty conducted ensemble, or permission of instructor. 3 cr., ARP, Offered in alternate years. Not offered in 2015-2016.
MUSC 129. Rock on Record This course is devoted to deep listening and analysis of records illustrating the chief style trends and genres of rock's first three decades. During this period (1950s-1970s) popular music developed a new common language that bound together diverse stylistic and cultural elements through the medium of sound recording. We will trace the development of that language and its rhetorical elements through a series of guided listening projects. 6 cr., LA, IDS, Not offered in 2015-2016.
MUSC 130. The History of Jazz A survey of jazz from its beginnings to the present day focusing on the performer/composers and their music. 6 cr., LA, WR2, IDS, Fall—A. Flory
MUSC 131. The Blues From the Delta to Chicago A history of the Delta blues and its influence on later blues and popular music styles, tracing its movement from the Mississippi Delta in the 1920s to Chess Records and the Chicago Blues of the 1940s and 50s (especially Howlin' Wolf and Muddy Waters). Music and musicians discussed will include the classic blues singers of the 1920s, early country music (Jimmie Rodgers), and the legacy of Robert Johnson. Issues of authenticity and "ownership" of both the music and its cultural legacy will also be discussed. The course involves readings, listening assignments, and some transcriptions of early recorded blues. No prerequisite, although the ability to read music is helpful. 6 cr., LA, IDS, Not offered in 2015-2016.
MUSC 132. Golden Age of R and B A survey of rhythm and blues from 1945 to 1975, focusing on performers, composers, and the music industry. 6 cr., LA, WR2, IDS, Fall—A. Flory
MUSC 136. History of Rock A survey of rock and roll from its beginnings to the present day, focusing on the performers, composers and the music industry. A one-credit trailing course, Ethics and Digital Ownership, PHIL 199, is available to interested students. 6 cr., WR; LA, WR2, IDS, Winter—A. Flory
MUSC 140. Global and Local in the World's Musical Cultures An introduction to the world's musical variety, including the study of musical genres, forms, instruments, and practices. We will examine traditional music alongside popular and sometimes global genres, considering the relationships between sound, place, and cultural identity. No previous musical experience is required. 6 cr., LA, IS, Not offered in 2015-2016.
MUSC 141. Global Popular Music We will study the profusion of popular musics around the globe, and also music which has become global in its reach. Genres include reggae, bhangra, tango, salsa, huayno, highlife, filmi, Afrobeat, rai, soca, merengue, and soukous. Musics will be explored in their historical, political, and social contexts, with the goal of understanding both their sounds and their meanings. Students will engage multiple forms of ethnomusicological scholarship, develop critical listening skills, and learn to convey their growing understanding of musical elements in writing and oral presentation. No musical experience necessary. 6 cr., LA, WR2, IS, Not offered in 2015-2016.
MUSC 144. Music and Social Movements We'll consider the central role of music in a variety of social movements, including the labor, civil rights, gay rights, and anti-war movements, the anti-nuclear and environmental movements, the American Indian Movement, the Black Arts movement, the Jesus Movement, the Arab Spring, and Occupy Wall Street. How, specifically, is music instrumental in social change? What musical choices are made, and by whom? How are new musics made, and old musics repackaged, to help mobilize social movements and create collective identity? We'll approach these questions through focused listening and through the work of diverse scholars and participants. No musical experience required. 6 cr., SI, WR2, IDS, Not offered in 2015-2016.
MUSC 150J. Piano (Juried) Applied study on the instrument, with attention to both musical and technical development. Students will study appropriate works from the Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and Modern periods, with special reference to a composer's individual notation, technical challenges and stylistic interpretation. 1 cr., ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—L. Fishman, M. McCright, N. Melville, M. Widman
MUSC 150. Piano Applied study on the instrument, with attention to both musical and technical development. Students will study appropriate works from the Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and Modern periods, with special reference to a composer's individual notation, technical challenges and stylistic interpretation. 1 cr., S/CR/NC, ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—L. Fishman, M. McCright, N. Melville, M. Widman
MUSC 151J. Voice (Juried) A study of voice production, breathing, tone development, diction, and pronunciation. Selection (according to the individual voice) of Italian, German, French, and English songs of the Classic, Romantic, and Modern periods. Arias and songs from operas, oratorios, musical theater and popular songs from Western and non-Western traditions. In addition, one studio class per week. 1 cr., ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—B. Allen, L. Burnett, P. Kent, M. Martz, R. Penning
MUSC 151. Voice A study of voice production, breathing, tone development, diction, and pronunciation. Selection (according to the individual voice) of Italian, German, French, and English songs of the Classic, Romantic, and Modern periods. Arias and songs from operas, oratorios, musical theater and popular songs from Western and non-Western traditions. In addition, one studio class per week. 1 cr., S/CR/NC, ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—B. Allen, L. Burnett, P. Kent, M. Martz, R. Penning
MUSC 152J. Guitar (Juried) Studies for the development of technique appropriate to the needs of the student. Music is chosen from all musical periods including folk picking, blues, ragtime, popular and classical styles. Students with no prior experience or lessons should take one term of class guitar (Music 197). 1 cr., ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—M. Kreitzer
MUSC 152. Guitar Studies for the development of technique appropriate to the needs of the student. Music is chosen from all musical periods including folk picking, blues, ragtime, popular and classical styles. Students with no prior experience or lessons should take one term of class guitar (Music 197). 1 cr., S/CR/NC, ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—M. Kreitzer
MUSC 155J. Violin (Juried) 1 cr., ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring— E. Ericksen, M. Horozaniecki, H. Valdivia
MUSC 158J. Classical String Bass (Juried) The study of the acoustic string bass in the Classical style. 1 cr., ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—C. Martin
MUSC 158. Classical String Bass The study of the acoustic string bass in the Classical style. 1 cr., S/CR/NC, ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—C. Martin
MUSC 168J. Orchestral Percussion (Juried) Instruction on orchestral percussion instruments such as snare drum, mallets, and tympani. Equipment available for registered students. 1 cr., ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—J. Johnson
MUSC 168. Orchestral Percussion Instruction on orchestral percussion instruments such as snare drum, mallets, and tympani. Equipment available for registered students. 1 cr., S/CR/NC, ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—J. Johnson
MUSC 169J. Harp (Juried) Studies to develop technique and a varied selection of works from the Renaissance and Baroque periods. Works from the Romantic and Modern periods are also studied. 1 cr., ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—E. Niemisto
MUSC 169. Harp Studies to develop technique and a varied selection of works from the Renaissance and Baroque periods. Works from the Romantic and Modern periods are also studied. 1 cr., S/CR/NC, ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—E. Niemisto
MUSC 172J. Oud Beginning through advanced study of the Arab oud. Previous musical experience is not necessary. Instruments are provided. 1 cr., ARP, Winter,Spring—Y. Klein
MUSC 172. Oud Beginning through advanced study of the Arab oud. Previous musical experience is not necessary. Instruments are provided. 1 cr., S/CR/NC, ARP, Winter,Spring—Yaron Klein
MUSC 175J. Jazz Piano (Juried) Study the tools for learning the jazz "language." Learn to improvise through scale and mode study, transcription, and composition. Turn chord symbols into chord voicings and accompaniment. Explore the blues, jazz "standards," and today's music. Three years piano required. Materials: staff paper and portable tape player. 1 cr., ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—L. Caviani
MUSC 175. Jazz Piano Study the tools for learning the jazz "language." Learn to improvise through scale and mode study, transcription, and composition. Turn chord symbols into chord voicings and accompaniment. Explore the blues, jazz "standards," and today's music. Three years piano required. Materials: staff paper and portable tape player. 1 cr., S/CR/NC, ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—L. Caviani
MUSC 176J. Electric & Acoustic Bass (Juried) The study of either electric bass guitar or acoustic string bass in all contemporary styles including rock, jazz, pop, rap, and reggae. 1 cr., ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—T. Schilling
MUSC 176. Electric & Acoustic Bass The study of either electric bass guitar or acoustic string bass in all contemporary styles including rock, jazz, pop, rap, and reggae. 1 cr., S/CR/NC, ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—T. Schilling
MUSC 177J. Jazz and Blues Guitar (Juried) Study of chord voicings, accompanimental techniques, and solo guitar performance in the jazz idiom. Prerequisites: previous study of guitar and the ability to read music, or the permission of the instructor. Students must provide their own instruments. 1 cr., ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—Z. Harris
MUSC 177. Jazz and Blues Guitar Study of chord voicings, accompanimental techniques, and solo guitar performance in the jazz idiom. Prerequisites: previous study of guitar and the ability to read music, or the permission of the instructor. Students must provide their own instruments. 1 cr., S/CR/NC, ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—Z. Harris
MUSC 178J. Drum Set Instruction (Juried) Drum Set Instruction on/in jazz and popular drumming styles which use the standard drum set. Equipment available for registered students. 1 cr., ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—J. Johnson
MUSC 178. Drum Set Instruction Drum Set Instruction on/in jazz and popular drumming styles which use the standard drum set. Equipment available for registered students. 1 cr., S/CR/NC, ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—J. Johnson
MUSC 179J. Jazz Improvisation (Juried) The study of the basic grammar and syntax of jazz improvisation styles, including transcribing solos, chord/scale materials and melodic patterns. 1 cr., ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—L. Caviani, Staff
MUSC 179. Jazz Improvisation The study of the basic grammar and syntax of jazz improvisation styles, including transcribing solos, chord/scale materials and melodic patterns. 1 cr., S/CR/NC, ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—L. Caviani, Staff
MUSC 180J. Raga: Vocal or Instrumental Study of Hindustani Music Beginning, intermediate, and advanced students of voice, guitar, violin, flute, clarinet, etc., approach raga from their current level of musicianship. In all cases, traditional practical instruction is complemented by some theoretical and philosophical exploration of the underpinnings of the music. 1 cr., ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—D. Whetstone
MUSC 180. Raga: Vocal or Instrumental Study of Hindustani Music Beginning, intermediate, and advanced students of voice, guitar, violin, flute, clarinet, etc., approach raga from their current level of musicianship. In all cases, traditional practical instruction is complemented by some theoretical and philosophical exploration of the underpinnings of the music. 1 cr., S/CR/NC, ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—D. Whetstone
MUSC 181J. Sitar (Juried) Beginning through advanced study of sitar in the gayaki ang style of Ustad Vilayat Khan. Previous musical experience is not necessary. Sitars are provided. 1 cr., ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—D. Whetstone
MUSC 181. Sitar Beginning through advanced study of sitar in the gayaki ang style of Ustad Vilayat Khan. Previous musical experience is not necessary. Sitars are provided. 1 cr., S/CR/NC, ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—D. Whetstone
MUSC 182J. Chinese Musical Instruments (Juried) Beginning through advanced study on traditional Chinese instruments, pipa (Chinese lute), erhu (Chinese violin), guzheng (Chinese zither), zhongruan (Chinese moon guitar), hulusi, bawu and dizi (Chinese bamboo flutes). 1 cr., ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—G. Hong
MUSC 182. Chinese Musical Instruments Beginning through advanced study on traditional Chinese instruments, pipa (Chinese lute), erhu (Chinese violin), guzheng (Chinese zither), zhongruan (Chinese moon guitar), hulusi, bawu and dizi (Chinese bamboo flutes). 1 cr., S/CR/NC, ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—G. Hong
MUSC 183J. Ethnic Drumming Instruction (Juried) Ethnic drumming instruction in various ethnic drumming styles including West African (Ghanaian instruments), Cuban (congas), North Indian (tabla) and Middle Eastern (dumbek). Equipment available for registered students. 1 cr., ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—J. Johnson
MUSC 183. Ethnic Drumming Instruction Ethnic drumming instruction in various ethnic drumming styles including West African (Ghanaian instruments), Cuban (congas), North Indian (tabla) and Middle Eastern (dumbek). Equipment available for registered students. 1 cr., S/CR/NC, ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—J. Johnson
MUSC 184J. American Folk Instruments (Juried) Beginning to advanced study of technique and improvisational styles on American folk instruments. Students may study 5-string banjo (bluegrass or clawhammer style), bluegrass guitar, Dobro©, fiddle (violin, viola, cello), bass, mandolin, mandola or mandocello. The Music Department has a single mandolin, fiddle, banjo, and guitar available for shared use by enrolled students unable to provide their own instruments. 1 cr., ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—M. Kreitzer
MUSC 184. American Folk Instruments Beginning to advanced study of technique and improvisational styles on American folk instruments. Students may study 5-string banjo (bluegrass or clawhammer style), bluegrass guitar, Dobro©, fiddle (violin, viola, cello), bass, ukulele, mandolin, mandola, mandocello, and accordion. The Music Department has a single mandolin, fiddle, banjo, and guitar (and two ukuleles) available for shared use by enrolled students unable to provide their own instruments. 1 cr., S/CR/NC, ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—M. Kreitzer
MUSC 185. Carleton Choir: Bella Cantemus The Carleton Choir, the cornerstone of the choral program, is a select mixed chorus of Carleton students. Each term, the ensemble presents a concert of short and extended works from the large bodies of classical, ethnic and cultural repertories, including works for mixed, treble and tenor-bass voices. Concerts are sometimes repeated off campus. Students must have good vocal skills, music reading ability, and a high degree of interest in performing quality choral music. Admission is by audition. Prerequisite: Audition. 1 cr., S/CR/NC, ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring,Summer—L. Burnett
MUSC 185. Carleton Choir: Men's Chorus The Carleton Choir, the cornerstone of the choral program, is a select mixed chorus of Carleton students. Each term, the ensemble presents a concert of short and extended works from the large bodies of classical, ethnic and cultural repertories, including works for mixed, treble and tenor-bass voices. Concerts are sometimes repeated off campus. Students must have good vocal skills, music reading ability, and a high degree of interest in performing quality choral music. Admission is by audition. Prerequisite: Audition. 1 cr., S/CR/NC, ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—L. Burnett
MUSC 186. Carleton Singers The Carleton Singers is a small, highly select vocal group dedicated to performing a cappella choral music of all periods and styles. The Singers comprise the core of the Carleton Choir. Membership is offered to students who demonstrate exceptional vocal and musical skills. The need to balance all parts (Soprano, Alto, Tenor and Bass) dictates the size of the ensemble. With few exceptions, membership is for the full year. Admission by audition and concurrent registration in Music 185 are required. 1 cr., S/CR/NC, ARP, Spring—L. Burnett
MUSC 187. Carleton Orchestra The Carleton Orchestra performs large symphonic masterpieces, such as Beethoven, Stravinsky and Bernstein. Concerti with students and faculty soloists, and smaller works for string and wind ensembles are also performed. Occasional sight-reading sessions. Admission by audition. 1 cr., S/CR/NC, ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—H. Valdivia
MUSC 188. Carleton Chinese Music Ensemble The ensemble will use indigenous instruments and a Chinese approach to musical training in order to learn and perform music from China. Prerequisite: Previous experience in a music ensemble, Chinese Musical instruments or instructor permission. 1 cr., S/CR/NC, ARP, IS, Fall,Winter,Spring—G. Hong
MUSC 189. Carleton Symphony Band The Carleton Symphony Band performs music selected from the standard repertory, including compositions by Holst, Grainger, Nelybel, and Sousa. Regular sight-reading sessions. Admission by audition. 1 cr., S/CR/NC, ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—R. Rodman
MUSC 190. Carleton Jazz Ensemble The Carleton Jazz Ensemble's focus is on improvisation and the fusion between jazz, rock, funk, and Latin influences. There is no predetermined instrumentation. Rather, the ensemble's size and instrumentation vary each term. String players, vocalists, and any brass or woodwind instrumentalists are welcome to register. The ensemble performs once each term. Prerequisite: Admission by audition. 1 cr., S/CR/NC, ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—L. Caviani
MUSC 191. African Karimba Ensemble This ensemble focuses on the 15-key Shona (Zimbabwe) karimba (sometimes called a "thumb piano"). Students learn the fundamentals of solo and group playing on the karimba and study selections from the instrument's traditional repertoire. No musical training or experience is necessary. 1 cr., S/CR/NC, ARP, IS, Not offered in 2015-2016.
MUSC 192. West African Drum Ensemble The ensemble will use indigenous instruments and an African approach to musical training in order to learn and perform rhythms and songs from West Africa. Prerequisite: Music 199 and/or instructor permission. 1 cr., S/CR/NC, ARP, IS, Fall,Winter,Spring—J. Johnson
MUSC 193. Mbira Ensemble An ensemble of 22-key Shona (Zimbabwe) mbira dza vadzimu. Playing techniques, improvisational practices, and traditional repertoire will be taught. No previous musical experience required. 1 cr., S/CR/NC, ARP, IS, Not offered in 2015-2016.
MUSC 194. Chamber Music Small groups, formed by at least three students, will participate in the study and performance of keyboard and instrumental chamber music, non-western, or small jazz ensemble repertory, coached weekly by music faculty. Students must be registered and may not audit or participate in more than one group. 1 cr., S/CR/NC, ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—N. Melville
MUSC 195. Opera Workshop Opera Workshop (MUSC 195.04) develops the vocal skills, acting, and technique needed for the demanding roles and musical styles of fully-staged productions, as well as smaller scenes (highlights) of musicals and operas. Winter 2015: Vilia - The Jukebox Recital. Prerequisite: Placement hearing. 1 cr., S/CR/NC, ARP, Not offered in 2015-2016.
MUSC 195. Jubilee Singers The ensemble explores chants, spirituals and gospel music from the African-American communal singing tradition. Music reading skills are not required. A placement hearing is required to assess student's ability to match pitch and be assigned to a voice part. Prerequisite: A placement hearing. 1 cr., S/CR/NC, ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—L. Burnett
MUSC 197. Class Guitar An introduction to classical and folk guitar: styles, chords and music notation for persons with little or no previous music instruction. Special fee: $83. Not to be taken concurrently with Music 152 or 252 (Guitar). 1 cr., S/CR/NC, ARP, Fall—M. Kreitzer
MUSC 199. Fundamentals of African Drumming Class instruction in basic techniques of African drumming. No musical training or experience is necessary. Special fee: $83. 1 cr., S/CR/NC, ARP, Spring—J. Johnson
MUSC 204. Musical Structures An investigation into the nature of musical sounds and the way they are combined to form rhythms, melodies, harmonies, and form. Topics include the spectral composition of musical pitches, the structure of musical scales and their influence on melody, chords and their interval content, and the symmetry and complexity of rhythmic patterns. Student work includes building a musical instrument, programming a drum machine, analyzing the statistical distribution of pitches in a folksong corpus, and comparing the music of Bob Dylan and Charles Ives. Prerequisite: Music 110 or 200 or by placement examination. 6 cr., WR; LA, WR2, Winter—J. London
MUSC 205. Musical Form and Analysis An introduction to the theory and analysis of larger musical forms. Large forms (Rondo, Theme and Variations, and Sonata Form) will be surveyed and analyzed, with an increased emphasis on writing about musical structure. Important sources in formal theory (including Reicha, Czerny, A.B. Marx, and Schoenberg) are read and discussed; the course involves a major analytical research paper and an oral presentation. Prerequisite: MUSC 110 or MUSC 200, or instructor permission. 6 cr., WR; LA, WR2, Offered in alternate years. Not offered in 2015-2016.
MUSC 208. Computer Music and Sound This course will survey computer techniques for analyzing, synthesizing, manipulating and creating musical sounds. We'll study the basic components of digital sound: waveforms, oscillators, envelopes, delay lines, and filters. We'll analyze and modify sounds using the Fast Fourier Transform (FFT). We'll study several methods of sound synthesis and create and play original music using open source computer music languages. Course projects will include real-time performances on multiple computers using video game controllers. 6 cr., ARP, Winter—Staff
MUSC 210. Medieval and Renaissance Music A study of the most characteristic forms of music from 800 to 1600 in the western tradition. Prerequisite: the ability to read music. 6 cr., LA, Not offered in 2015-2016.
MUSC 211. Baroque and Classical Music An examination of western art music of the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries, including Monteverdi, Bach, Handel, Haydn, Mozart and Beethoven. Prerequisite: Music 200 or consent of the instructor. 6 cr., LA, WR2, Not offered in 2015-2016.
MUSC 220. Composition Studio This course focuses on creating new music, through several exercises as well as a substantial term composition. Class meetings reinforce key concepts, aesthetic trends, and compositional techniques, as well as provide opportunities for group feedback on works in progress. Individual instruction focuses on students’ own creative work in depth and detail. Prerequisite: Music 110, 200, or 117, or instructor permission. 6 cr., ARP, Winter—A. Mazzariello
MUSC 227. Perception and Cognition of Music Covers basic issues in auditory perception and cognition with an emphasis on the perception of musical pitch, including sensory discrimination, categorical perception, roughness and dissonance, absolute pitch, and auditory streaming. Other topics to be covered include the processing of language and music, and emotional responses to music. A grade of C- or better must be earned in both Music 227 and 228 to satisfy the LS requirement. Prerequisite: A previous course in Music or Psychology, or instructor permission; Concurrent registration in Music 228. 6 cr., LS, QRE, Spring—J. London
MUSC 228. Perception and Cognition of Music Lab An introduction to the methods of experimental and observational research in music perception and cognition. Student teams will replicate/extend classic experiments in music perception, which will involve reviewing historical and current literature, creating stimuli, running experimental trials, performing statistical analyses of data, and giving a poster presentation of their results. A grade of C- or better must be earned in both Music 227 and 228 to satisfy the LS requirement. Prerequisite: Concurrent registration in Music 228. 2 cr., LS, QRE, Spring—J. London
MUSC 236. Rock Lab This combines performance and academic study of rock music. In the first half of the course, we will learn to perform simple songs in small-group coaching sessions with a polished public performance as a midterm goal. During the second half of the course, we will make recordings of these performances. Throughout the term, we will accompany performance and recording activities with readings and discussion about aesthetics, performance practice in rock music, and mediation of recording techniques, all extraordinarily rich topics in popular music studies. No performance experience is needed. The course will accommodate students with a range of experience. Students will be grouped according to background, interest, and ability. 3 cr., ARP, Spring—A. Flory
MUSC 239. The Philosophy of Music What Is Music? What exactly is a "musical composition," especially in the age of recorded music and sampling? How is music meaningful? Can music tell a story? Express an emotion? Induce an emotion (and if so, what kind)? Convey a proposition? And if music can do any of these things, how does it do it? To explore these questions, we will discuss readings by contemporary musicians and philosophers, and musical examples ranging from Mozart to Muddy Waters and from Beethoven to the Beatles. Prerequisite: Previous music or philosophy course or instructor permission. 6 cr., HI, WR2, Not offered in 2015-2016.
MUSC 243. Musical Cultures of the Caribbean This course explores the sounds an sociocultural contexts of a number of Caribbean musics, usually including ska, reggae, salsa, calypso, soca, merengue, bachata, zouk and reggaeton. Popular, traditional, and sacred musics are included. While each island has unique and varied traditions, a number of themes relevant to Caribbean ethnomusicology connect them. In addition to our focused listening, we will read works by scholars, musicians, and critics addressing such themes as acculturation, race, class, ethnicity, politics, nationalism, and globalization, with the goal of understanding how these shape and are shaped by musical practice. No musical experience needed. 6 cr., WR; LA, WR2, IS, Not offered in 2015-2016.
MUSC 245. Music of Africa The study of traditional and popular music of sub-Saharan Africa, through reading, listening, watching, and playing. Music is examined in its cultural context with particular attention to ethnic identity, political life, religion, and gender roles. Students will also learn rudiments of West African percussion and Shona karimba through applied study. No experience necessary. 6 cr., ARP, IS, Offered in alternate years. Spring—M. Russell
MUSC 247. The U.S. Folk Music Revival We'll consider the historical basis of musical style, the role of recorded music, the social construction of a "folk music" milieu, and explore the music of Pete Seeger, Woody Guthrie, Phil Ochs, Bob Dylan, Joan Baez, among others. No musical experience necessary; you need not read musical notation. Includes one day per week of applied instruction: Section 1 (beginning folk guitar--instruments provided) if you have no guitar experience; Section 2 (folk workshop --provide your own instruments) if you have one year or more experience on guitar, banjo, fiddle, mandolin, ukelele, Dobro, viola, cello, or bass. 6 cr., WR; ARP, WR2, IDS, Fall—M. Russell
MUSC 248. Music of India This course focuses on the classical Hindustani and Carnatic music traditions of North and South India, with briefer coverage of folk and popular traditions, including Bollywood/film music. We will consider the historical and cultural contexts of several genres, reading the work of scholars from various disciplines, and studying relevant audio and video. Students will learn rudimentary theory of Indian classical music, understand its twentieth and twenty-first century developments, and develop listening skills to enable recognition of major genres, styles, and artists. One day a week will be devoted to applied study of Indian vocal raga. No musical background required. 6 cr., ARP, IS, Offered in alternate years. Winter—M. Russell
MUSC 250J. Piano (Juried) Applied study on the instrument, with attention to both musical and technical development. Students will study appropriate works from the Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and Modern periods, with special reference to a composer's individual notation, technical challenges and stylistic interpretation. Music 250 is intended for the advanced piano student: permission of instructor is required. 2 cr., ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—L. Fishman, M. McCright, N. Melville, M. Widman
MUSC 250. Piano Applied study on the instrument, with attention to both musical and technical development. Students will study appropriate works from the Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and Modern periods, with special reference to a composer's individual notation, technical challenges and stylistic interpretation. Music 250 is intended for the advanced piano student: permission of instructor is required. 2 cr., S/CR/NC, ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—L. Fishman, M. McCright, N. Melville, M. Widman
MUSC 251J. Voice (Juried) A study of voice production, breathing, tone development, diction, and pronunciation. Selection (according to the individual voice) of Italian, German, French, and English songs of the Classic, Romantic, and Modern periods. Arias and songs from operas, oratorios, musical theater and popular songs from Western and non-Western traditions. In addition, one studio class per week. Prerequisite: Music 151 or permission of the instructor. 2 cr., ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—B. Allen, L. Burnett, P. Kent, M. Martz, R. Penning
MUSC 251. Voice A study of voice production, breathing, tone development, diction, and pronunciation. Selection (according to the individual voice) of Italian, German, French, and English songs of the Classic, Romantic, and Modern periods. Arias and songs from operas, oratorios, musical theater and popular songs from Western and non-Western traditions. In addition, one studio class per week. Prerequisite: Music 151 or permission of the instructor. 2 cr., S/CR/NC, ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—B. Allen, L. Burnett, P. Kent, M. Martz, R. Penning
MUSC 252J. Guitar (Juried) Studies for the development of technique appropriate to the needs of the student. Music is chosen from all musical periods including folk picking, blues, ragtime, popular and classical styles. Students with no prior experience or lessons should take one term of class guitar (Music 197). Prerequisite: Instructor Permission. 2 cr., ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—M. Kreitzer
MUSC 252. Guitar Studies for the development of technique appropriate to the needs of the student. Music is chosen from all musical periods including folk picking, blues, ragtime, popular and classical styles. Students with no prior experience or lessons should take one term of class guitar (Music 197). Prerequisite: Instructor Permission. 2 cr., S/CR/NC, ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—M. Kreitzer
MUSC 255J. Violin (Juried) Prerequisite: Instructor Permission. 2 cr., ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—E. Ericksen, M. Horozaniecki, H. Valdivia
MUSC 255. Violin Prerequisite: Instructor Permission. 2 cr., S/CR/NC, ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—E. Ericksen, M. Horozaniecki, H. Valdivia
MUSC 256J. Viola (Juried) Prerequisite: Instructor Permission. 2 cr., ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—E. Ericksen, M. Horozaniecki, H. Valdivia
MUSC 256. Viola Prerequisite: Instructor Permission. 2 cr., S/CR/NC, ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—E. Ericksen, M. Horozaniecki, H. Valdivia
MUSC 257J. Cello (Juried) Prerequisite: Instructor Permission. 2 cr., ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—Z. Pelletier, T. Rosenberg
MUSC 257. Cello Prerequisite: Instructor Permission. 2 cr., S/CR/NC, ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—Z. Pelletier, T. Rosenberg
MUSC 258J. Classical String Bass (Juried) The study of the acoustic string bass in the Classical style. Prerequisite: Instructor Permission. 2 cr., ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—C. Martin
MUSC 258. Classical String Bass The study of the acoustic string bass in the Classical style. Prerequisite: Instructor Permission. 2 cr., S/CR/NC, ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—C. Martin
MUSC 259J. Flute (Juried) Prerequisite: Instructor Permission. 2 cr., ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—M. Jamsa
MUSC 259. Flute Prerequisite: Instructor Permission. 2 cr., S/CR/NC, ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—M. Jamsa
MUSC 260-01. Oboe Prerequisite: Instructor Permission. 2 cr., S/CR/NC, ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—M. Klemp
MUSC 260-02. English Horn Prerequisite: Instructor Permission. 2 cr., S/CR/NC, ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—M. Klemp
MUSC 260J-01. Oboe (Juried) Prerequisite: Instructor Permission. 2 cr., ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—M. Klemp
MUSC 260J-02. English Horn (Juried) Prerequisite: Instructor Permission. 2 cr., ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—M. Klemp
MUSC 261J. Clarinet (Juried) Prerequisite: Instructor Permission. 2 cr., ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—N. Olsen
MUSC 261. Clarinet Prerequisite: Instructor Permission. 2 cr., S/CR/NC, ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—N. Olsen
MUSC 262J. Saxophone (Juried) Prerequisite: Instructor Permission. 2 cr., ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—G. Keel
MUSC 262. Saxophone Prerequisite: Instructor Permission. 2 cr., S/CR/NC, ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—G. Keel
MUSC 263J. Bassoon (Juried) Prerequisite: Instructor Permission. 2 cr., ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—A. Pesavento
MUSC 263. Bassoon Prerequisite: Instructor Permission. 2 cr., S/CR/NC, ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—A. Pesavento
MUSC 264J. French Horn (Juried) Prerequisite: Instructor Permission. 2 cr., ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—G. Anderson
MUSC 264. French Horn Prerequisite: Instructor Permission. 2 cr., S/CR/NC, ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—G. Anderson
MUSC 265J. Trumpet (Juried) Prerequisite: Instructor Permission. 2 cr., ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—L. Deichert
MUSC 265. Trumpet Prerequisite: Instructor Permission. 2 cr., S/CR/NC, ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—L. Deichert
MUSC 266-01. Trombone Prerequisite: Instructor Permission. 2 cr., S/CR/NC, ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—R. Rodman
MUSC 266-02. Euphonium Prerequisite: Instructor Permission. 2 cr., S/CR/NC, ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—R. Rodman
MUSC 266J-01. Trombone (Juried) Prerequisite: Instructor Permission. 2 cr., ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—R. Rodman
MUSC 266J-02. Euphonium (Juried) Prerequisite: Instructor Permission. 2 cr., ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—R. Rodman
MUSC 267J. Tuba (Juried) Prerequisite: Instructor Permission. 2 cr., ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—R. Rodman
MUSC 267. Tuba Prerequisite: Instructor Permission. 2 cr., S/CR/NC, ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—R. Rodman
MUSC 268J. Orchestral Percussion (Juried) Prerequisite: Instructor Permission. 2 cr., ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—J. Johnson
MUSC 268. Orchestral Percussion Prerequisite: Instructor Permission. 2 cr., S/CR/NC, ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—J. Johnson
MUSC 269J. Harp (Juried) Prerequisite: Instructor Permission. 2 cr., ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—E. Niemisto
MUSC 269. Harp Prerequisite: Instructor Permission. 2 cr., S/CR/NC, ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—E. Niemisto
MUSC 270J. Harpsichord (Juried) Prerequisite: Instructor Permission. 2 cr., ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—J. Hall
MUSC 270. Harpsichord Prerequisite: Instructor Permission. 2 cr., S/CR/NC, ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—J. Hall
MUSC 271J. Organ (Juried) Basic piano skills required. Prerequisite: Instructor Permission. 2 cr., ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—J. Hall
MUSC 271. Organ Basic piano skills required. Prerequisite: Instructor Permission. 2 cr., S/CR/NC, ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—J. Hall
MUSC 272J. Oud Advanced study of the Arab oud. Instruments are provided. Instructor's permission required. Prerequisite: Instructor Permission. 2 cr., ARP, Winter,Spring—Y Klein
MUSC 272. Oud Advanced study of the Arab oud. Instruments are provided. Instructor's permission required. Prerequisite: Instructor Permission. 2 cr., S/CR/NC, ARP, Winter,Spring—Y Klein
MUSC 274J. Recorder (Juried) Prerequisite: Instructor Permission. 2 cr., ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—M. Krusemeyer
MUSC 274. Recorder Prerequisite: Instructor Permission. 2 cr., S/CR/NC, ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—M. Krusemeyer
MUSC 275J. Jazz Piano (Juried) Study the tools for learning the jazz "language." Learn to improvise through scale and mode study, transcription, and composition. Turn chord symbols into chord voicings and accompaniment. Explore the blues, jazz "standards," and today's music. Three years piano required. Materials: staff paper and portable tape player. Prerequisite: Instructor Permission. 2 cr., ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—L. Caviani
MUSC 275. Jazz Piano Study the tools for learning the jazz "language." Learn to improvise through scale and mode study, transcription, and composition. Turn chord symbols into chord voicings and accompaniment. Explore the blues, jazz "standards," and today's music. Three years piano required. Materials: staff paper and portable tape player. Prerequisite: Instructor Permission. 2 cr., S/CR/NC, ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—L. Caviani
MUSC 276J. Electric & Acoustic Bass (Juried) The study of either electric bass guitar or acoustic string bass in all contemporary styles including rock, jazz, pop, rap, and reggae. Prerequisite: Instructor Permission. 2 cr., ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—T. Schilling
MUSC 276. Electric & Acoustic Bass The study of either electric bass guitar or acoustic string bass in all contemporary styles including rock, jazz, pop, rap, and reggae. Prerequisite: Instructor Permission. 2 cr., S/CR/NC, ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—T. Schilling
MUSC 277J. Jazz & Blues Guitar (Juried) Study of chord voicings, accompanimental techniques, and solo guitar performance in the jazz idiom. Prerequisites: previous study of guitar and the ability to read music, or the permission of the instructor. Students must provide their own instruments. Prerequisite: Instructor Permission. 2 cr., ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—Z. Harris
MUSC 277. Jazz and Blues Guitar Study of chord voicings, accompanimental techniques, and solo guitar performance in the jazz idiom. Prerequisites: previous study of guitar and the ability to read music, or the permission of the instructor. Students must provide their own instruments. Prerequisite: Instructor Permission. 2 cr., S/CR/NC, ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—Z. Harris
MUSC 278J. Drum Set Instruction (Juried) Drum Set Instruction on/in jazz and popular drumming styles which use the standard drum set. Equipment available for registered students. Prerequisite: Instructor Permission. 2 cr., ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—J. Johnson
MUSC 278. Drum Set Instruction Drum Set Instruction on/in jazz and popular drumming styles which use the standard drum set. Equipment available for registered students. Prerequisite: Instructor Permission. 2 cr., S/CR/NC, ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—J. Johnson
MUSC 279J. Jazz Improvisation (Juried) The study of the basic grammar and syntax of jazz improvisation styles, including transcribing solos, chord/scale materials and melodic patterns. Prerequisite: Instructor Permission. 2 cr., ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—L. Caviani, Staff
MUSC 279. Jazz Improvisation The study of the basic grammar and syntax of jazz improvisation styles, including transcribing solos, chord/scale materials and melodic patterns. Prerequisite: Instructor Permission. 2 cr., S/CR/NC, ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—L. Caviani, Staff
MUSC 280J. Raga:Voc/Instr Study Hindustani (Juried) Beginning, intermediate, and advanced students of voice, guitar, violin, flute, clarinet, etc., approach raga from their current level of musicianship. In all cases, traditional practical instruction is complemented by some theoretical and philosophical exploration of the underpinnings of the music. Prerequisite: Instructor Permission. 2 cr., ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—D. Whetstone
MUSC 280. Raga: Vocal or Instrumental Study of Hindustani Music Beginning, intermediate, and advanced students of voice, guitar, violin, flute, clarinet, etc., approach raga from their current level of musicianship. In all cases, traditional practical instruction is complemented by some theoretical and philosophical exploration of the underpinnings of the music. Prerequisite: Instructor Permission. 2 cr., S/CR/NC, ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—D. Whetstone
MUSC 281J. Sitar (Juried) Beginning through advanced study of sitar in the gayaki ang style of Ustad Vilayat Khan. Previous musical experience is not necessary. Sitars are provided. Prerequisite: Instructor Permission. 2 cr., ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—D. Whetstone
MUSC 281. Sitar Beginning through advanced study of sitar in the gayaki ang style of Ustad Vilayat Khan. Previous musical experience is not necessary. Sitars are provided. Prerequisite: Instructor Permission. 2 cr., S/CR/NC, ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—D. Whetstone
MUSC 282J. Chinese Musical Instruments (Juried) Beginning through advanced study on traditional Chinese instruments, pipa (Chinese lute), erhu (Chinese violin), guzheng (Chinese zither), zhongruan (Chinese moon guitar), hulusi, bawu and dizi (Chinese bamboo flutes). Prerequisite: Instructor Permission. 2 cr., ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—G. Hong
MUSC 282. Chinese Musical Instruments Beginning through advanced study on traditional Chinese instruments, pipa (Chinese lute), erhu (Chinese violin), guzheng (Chinese zither), zhongruan (Chinese moon guitar), hulusi, bawu and dizi (Chinese bamboo flutes). Prerequisite: Instructor Permission. 2 cr., S/CR/NC, ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—G. Hong
MUSC 283J. Ethnic Drumming Instruction (Juried) Ethnic drumming instruction in various ethnic drumming styles including West African (Ghanaian instruments), Cuban (congas), North Indian (tabla) and Middle Eastern (dumbek). Equipment available for registered students. Prerequisite: Instructor Permission. 2 cr., ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—J. Johnson
MUSC 283. Ethnic Drumming Instruction Ethnic drumming instruction in various ethnic drumming styles including West African (Ghanaian instruments), Cuban (congas), North Indian (tabla) and Middle Eastern (dumbek). Equipment available for registered students. Prerequisite: Instructor Permission. 2 cr., S/CR/NC, ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—J. Johnson
MUSC 284J. American Folk Instrument (Juried) Beginning to advanced study of technique and improvisational styles on American folk instruments. Students may study 5-string banjo (bluegrass or clawhammer style), bluegrass guitar, Dobro©, fiddle (violin, viola, cello), bass, mandolin, mandola or mandocello. The Music Department has a single mandolin, fiddle, banjo, and guitar available for shared use by enrolled students unable to provide their own instruments. Prerequisite: Instructor Permission. 2 cr., ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—M. Kreitzer
MUSC 284. American Folk Instruments Beginning to advanced study of technique and improvisational styles on American folk instruments. Students may study 5-string banjo (bluegrass or clawhammer style), bluegrass guitar, Dobro©, fiddle (violin, viola, cello), bass, mandolin, mandola or mandocello. The Music Department has a single mandolin, fiddle, banjo, and guitar available for shared use by enrolled students unable to provide their own instruments. Prerequisite: Instructor Permission. 2 cr., S/CR/NC, ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—M. Kreitzer
MUSC 285J. Composition (Juried) Individual instruction focusing on the student’s original compositions. Course work includes the study of compositional techniques, analysis of relevant works, and computer/MIDI/synthesizer technologies. The course is particularly directed toward the major who wishes to pursue the composition option in the Senior Integrative Exercise. Prerequisite: Music 220 or permission of the instructor. Prerequisite: MUSC 220 or instructor permission. 1 cr., ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—Staff
MUSC 286J. Composition (Juried) Individual instruction focusing on the student's original compositions. Course work includes the study of compositional techniques, analysis of relevant works, and computer/MIDI/synthesizer technologies. The course is particularly directed toward the major who wishes to pursue the composition option in the Senior Integrative Exercise. Prerequisite: Music 220 or permission of the instructor. Prerequisite: MUSC 220 or instructor permission. 2 cr., ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—Staff
MUSC 299. Recital A public music recital of a minimum of thirty minutes of solo performance (some chamber music may be included). Students enrolling in 299 do so in lieu of registering for applied lessons; 299 includes nine one-hour lessons. Prerequisite: completed recital form and permission of the Music Department the term prior to the recital. Fees and financial aid for 299 are the same as for two-credit applied lessons. 2 cr., ARP, Fall,Winter,Spring—Staff
MUSC 303. Music Since 1900 This course, required for the music major, is both an overall survey of the Western art music of the twentieth century, and an analysis class designed to equip the major with analytical techniques in non-formal music from Schoenberg to the avant-garde. Prerequisite: Music 201 or 204. 6 cr., LA, WR2, Offered in alternate years. Not offered in 2015-2016.
MUSC 304. Songwriters and Songwriting This course combines analysis of popular songs from various idioms with practical songwriting workshops. Songs from Tin Pan Alley to rock will serve as models illustrating principles of musical design and lyric writing. These, in turn, will inform students' creative efforts developed through a series of writing assignments leading ultimately to original songs. 6 cr., ARP, Not offered in 2015-2016.
MUSC 305. Seminar in American Music A research seminar addressing issues in American Music with rotating topics. This course will allow students to build upon previous studies of American Music in a focused seminar environment. Bibliographic tools, historical artifacts, and critical readings will comprise course texts. Students will present short regular written reports in preparation for a research paper on a topic chosen in consultation with the instructor. Prerequisite: Music 130. 3 cr., LA, Not offered in 2015-2016.
MUSC 306. Seminar in American Music A research seminar addressing issues in American Music with rotating topics. This course will allow students to build upon previous studies of American Music in a focused seminar environment. Bibliographic tools, historical artifacts, and critical readings will comprise course texts. Students will present short regular written reports in preparation for a research paper on a topic chosen in consultation with the instructor. Prerequisite: Music 126. 6 cr., WR; NE, WR2, IDS, Not offered in 2015-2016.
MUSC 307. Music in Childhood, Youth, and Adolescent Culture A research seminar exploring children, youth, and adolescents as learners, creators, listeners, users, and critics of music. Using music drawn from diverse areas (roughly half of the United States), and scholarship from various disciplines, we will examine repertoires, practices, and beliefs. Students will conduct original research, sharing regular updates, and will complete a research paper and presentation, choosing a topic in consultation with the instructor. No specific previous experience (including musical) is required. An economics major might explore children's concert ticket pricing; an educational studies concentrator the history of music pedagogy. Many different kinds of research are appropriate, including fieldwork, the use of archival materials, and quantitative analysis. 6 cr., SI, WR2, IDS, Offered in alternate years. Not offered in 2015-2016.
MUSC 312. Romantic Music An examination of western art music of the nineteenth and twentieth centuries, including Schubert, Berlioz, Brahms, and Wagner. Prerequisite: Music 110 or 200 or instructor permission. 6 cr., LA, WR2, Offered in alternate years. Spring—L. Archbold
MUSC 332. Motown A research-based course focused on the people, music, and cultural contributions of the Motown Record Company from its antecedents throughout the mid-1980s. Prerequisite: The ability to read music and a previous music course, or permission of the instructor. 6 cr., LA, IDS, Not offered in 2015-2016.
MUSC 333. The Beatles A critical examination of the music and cultural impact of the Beatles. Students will engage with primary and secondary materials relating to the music of the Beatles, perform basic musical analyses, and participate in class presentations. The course will conclude with a research paper. Prerequisite: Ability to read music and previous music course, or instructor permission. 6 cr., WR; LA, WR2, Offered in alternate years. Winter
MUSC 398. Music Major Colloquium The music major colloquium is required for all music majors. The general purpose of the course is to introduce students to some of the issues and techniques of research in music history and theory. Prerequisite: Music major standing. 2 cr., S/CR/NC, NE, Spring—Staff
MUSC 400. Integrative Exercise Required of senior majors. The integrative exercise may be fulfilled by completion of a significant composition, lecture-recital, or research-paper project. Students who wish to fulfill Music 400 with such projects must meet department-specified qualifying criteria. Music Major Colloquium (Music 398) is a preparatory course required before students may enroll for Music 400. 1-4 cr., S/NC, Fall,Winter,Spring—Staff