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Private Lessons (Applied Music)

  • 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 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts and Literature, NE; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- K. Huber, M. McCright, N. Melville, M. Widman
  • 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 credit; Arts and Literature, ARP; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- K. Huber, M. McCright, N. Melville, M. Widman
  • 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 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts and Literature, NE; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- B. Allen, L. Burnett, P. Kent, M. Martz, R. Penning
  • 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 credit; Arts and Literature, ARP; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- B. Allen, L. Burnett, P. Kent, M. Martz, R. Penning
  • 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 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts and Literature, NE; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- J. Ellinger
  • 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 credit; Arts and Literature, ARP; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- J. Ellinger
  • MUSC 155: Violin

    1 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts and Literature, NE; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- E. Ericksen, M. Horozaniecki, H. Valdivia
  • MUSC 155J: Violin (Juried)

    1 credit; Arts and Literature, ARP; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- E. Ericksen, M. Horozaniecki, H. Valdivia
  • MUSC 156: Viola

    1 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts and Literature, NE; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- E. Ericksen, M. Horozaniecki, H. Valdivia
  • MUSC 156J: Viola (Juried)

    1 credit; Arts and Literature, ARP; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- E. Ericksen, M. Horozaniecki, H. Valdivia
  • MUSC 157: Cello

    1 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts and Literature, NE; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- Staff
  • MUSC 157J: Cello (Juried)

    1 credit; Arts and Literature, ARP; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- E. Ericksen, M. Horozaniecki, H. Valdivia
  • MUSC 158: Classical String Bass

    The study of the acoustic string bass in the Classical style. Prerequisites: None 1 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts and Literature, ARP; offered Fall 2011 -- Constance Martin
  • MUSC 158J: Classical String Bass (Juried)

    The study of the acoustic string bass in the Classical style. Prerequisites: None 1 credit; Arts and Literature, ARP; offered Fall 2011 -- Constance Martin
  • MUSC 159: Flute

    1 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts and Literature, NE; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- M. Jamsa
  • MUSC 159J: Flute (Juried)

    1 credit; Arts and Literature, ARP; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- M. Jamsa
  • MUSC 160-01: Oboe

    1 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts and Literature, NE; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- M. Klemp
  • MUSC 160-02: English Horn

    1 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts and Literature, NE; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- M. Klemp
  • MUSC 160J-01: Oboe (Juried)

    1 credit; Arts and Literature, ARP; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- M. Klemp
  • MUSC 160J-02: English Horn (Juried)

    1 credit; Arts and Literature, ARP; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- M. Klemp
  • MUSC 161: Clarinet

    1 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts and Literature, NE; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- N. Olsen
  • MUSC 161J: Clarinet (Juried)

    1 credit; Arts and Literature, ARP; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- N. Olsen
  • MUSC 162: Saxophone

    1 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts and Literature, NE; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- D. Saunders
  • MUSC 162J: Saxophone (Juried)

    1 credit; Arts and Literature, ARP; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- D. Saunders
  • MUSC 163: Bassoon

    1 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts and Literature, NE; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- J. Bryce
  • MUSC 163J: Bassoon (Juried)

    1 credit; Arts and Literature, ARP; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- J. Bryce
  • MUSC 164: French Horn

    1 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts and Literature, NE; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- G. Anderson
  • MUSC 164J: French Horn (Juried)

    1 credit; Arts and Literature, ARP; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- G. Anderson
  • MUSC 165: Trumpet

    1 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts and Literature, NE; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- L. Deichert
  • MUSC 165J: Trumpet (Juried)

    1 credit; Arts and Literature, ARP; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- L. Deichert
  • MUSC 166-01: Trombone

    1 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts and Literature, NE; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- R. Rodman
  • MUSC 166-02: Euphonium

    1 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts and Literature, NE; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- R. Rodman
  • MUSC 166J-01: Trombone (Juried)

    1 credit; Arts and Literature, ARP; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- R. Rodman
  • MUSC 166J-02: Euphonium (Juried)

    1 credit; Arts and Literature, ARP; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- R. Rodman
  • MUSC 167: Tuba

    1 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts and Literature, NE; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- R. Rodman
  • MUSC 167J: Tuba (Juried)

    1 credit; Arts and Literature, ARP; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- R. Rodman
  • MUSC 168: Orchestral Percussion

    Instruction on orchestral percussion instruments such as snare drum, mallets, and tympani. Equipment available for registered students. 1 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts and Literature, NE; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- J. Johnson
  • MUSC 168J: Orchestral Percussion (Juried)

    Instruction on orchestral percussion instruments such as snare drum, mallets, and tympani. Equipment available for registered students. 1 credit; Arts and Literature, ARP; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- J. Johnson
  • 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 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts and Literature, NE; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- E. Niemisto
  • 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 credit; Arts and Literature, ARP; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- E. Niemisto
  • MUSC 170: Harpsichord

    1 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts and Literature, NE; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- J. Hall
  • MUSC 170J: Harpsicord (Juried)

    1 credit; Arts and Literature, ARP; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- J. Hall
  • MUSC 171: Organ

    Basic piano skills required. 1 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts and Literature, NE; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- L. Archbold, J. Hall
  • MUSC 171J: Organ (Juried)

    Basic piano skills required. 1 credit; Arts and Literature, ARP; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- L. Archbold, J. Hall
  • MUSC 174: Recorder

    1 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts and Literature, NE; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- M. Krusemeyer, J. Mason
  • MUSC 174J: Recorder (Juried)

    1 credit; Arts and Literature, ARP; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- M. Krusemeyer, J. Mason
  • 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 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts and Literature, NE; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- L. Caviani
  • 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 credit; Arts and Literature, ARP; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- L. Caviani
  • 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. Prerequisites: None 1 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts and Literature, ARP; offered Fall 2011 -- Travis Schilling
  • 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. Prerequisites: None 1 credit; Arts and Literature, ARP; offered Fall 2011 -- Travis Schilling
  • 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 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts and Literature, NE; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- D. Singley
  • 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 credit; Arts and Literature, ARP; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- D. Singley
  • 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 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts and Literature, NE; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- J. Johnson
  • 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 credit; Arts and Literature, ARP; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- J. Johnson
  • 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 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts and Literature, NE; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- L. Caviani, L. Deichert, D. Saunders, D. Singley
  • MUSC 179J: Jazz Improvisation (Juried)

    1 credit; Arts and Literature, ARP; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- L. Caviani, L. Deichert, D. Saunders, D. Singley
  • 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 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts and Literature, NE; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- D. Whetstone
  • 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 credit; Arts and Literature, ARP; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- 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 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts and Literature, NE; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- 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 credit; Arts and Literature, ARP; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- D. Whetstone
  • 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 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts and Literature, NE; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- G. Hong
  • 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 credit; Arts and Literature, ARP; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- G. Hong
  • MUSC 183: Ethnic Drumming Instruction

    Ethnic drumming instruction in various ethnic drumming styles including West African (Ghanian instruments), Cuban (congas), North Indian (tabla) and Middle Eastern (dumbek). Equipment available for registered students. 1 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts and Literature, NE; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- J. Johnson
  • MUSC 183J: Ethnic Drumming Instruction (Juried)

    Ethnic drumming instruction in various ethnic drumming styles including West African (Ghanian instruments), Cuban (congas), North Indian (tabla) and Middle Eastern (dumbek). Equipment available for registered students. 1 credit; Arts and Literature, ARP; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- J. Johnson
  • 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, resonator guitar, fiddle (violin, viola, cello), bass, mandolin, mandola or mandocello. Students must provide their own instruments. 1 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts and Literature, NE; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- M. Kreitzer
  • 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, resonator guitar, fiddle (violin, viola, cello), bass, mandolin, mandola or mandocello. Students must provide their own instruments. 1 credit; Arts and Literature, ARP; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- M. Kreitzer
  • MUSC 185: Carleton Choir: Bella Cantemus and 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, women and men's voices. Concerts are sometimes repeated off campus. Students must have good vocal skills, basic sight reading ability, and a high degree of interest in performing quality choral music. Admission is by audition. 1 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts and Literature; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- 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 collaborate and perform with 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. 1 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts and Literature; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- 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 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts and Literature; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- H. Valdivia
  • MUSC 188: Carleton Chinese Music Ensmble

    The ensemble will use indigenous instruments and a Chinese approach to musical training in order to learn and perform music from China. Prerequisites: Previous experience in a music ensemble, Chinese Musical Instruments, or permission of the instructor. 1 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts and Literature, ARP, IS; offered Fall 2011 -- 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 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts and Literature, ARP; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- R. Rodman
  • MUSC 190: Carleton Jazz Ensemble

    The study and performance of the styles of important figures in jazz band repertory such as Basie, Kenton, Ellington, Herman, Rich, and Evans as well as current trends in contemporary jazz band compositions. Repertory will be selected from published works and student original compositions and arrangements. Admission by audition. 1 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts and Literature, ARP; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- D. Singley
  • 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 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts and Literature, ARP, IS; not offered 2011-2012
  • MUSC 192: 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 permission of the instructor. 1 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts and Literature, ARP, IS; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- J. Johnson
  • MUSC 193: African Mbira Ensemble

    An ensemble of 22-key Shona (Zimbabwe) mbira dza vadzimu. Playing techniques, improvisational practices, and traditional repertoire will be taught. Prerequisites: Music 191, 245, or permission of the instructor. 1 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts and Literature, ARP, IS; offered Spring 2012 -- M. Russell
  • 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 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts and Literature, ARP; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- N. Melville
  • MUSC 195: Jubilee Singers

    The Carleton Jubilee Singers expands on the famed Fisk Jubilee Singers model, and performs traditional African and Black American spirituals and gospel music a cappella. The ensemble performs on and off campus through out the academic year, culminating in a full spring term concert. Students must have strong vocal skills, a good ear, basic sight reading ability, and a high degree of interest in Black sacred music traditions. Placement is by audition. Concurrent enrollment in the Carleton Choir is highly recommended, though not required. 1 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts and Literature, ARP; offered Winter 2012 -- L. Burnett
  • MUSC 195: Pro Musica Singers

    The Pro Musica Singers is a small vocal ensemble that performs Medieval and Renaissance as well as contemporary classical compositions. The ensemble performs on and off campus throughout the academic year, culminating in a full spring-term concert. Students must have strong vocal skills and sight reading ability, and a high degree of interest in early and contemporary classical music. Placement is by audition. Concurrent enrollment in the Carleton Choir is highly recommended, though not required. 1 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts and Literature, ARP; not offered 2011-2012
  • 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: $75. Not to be taken concurrently with Music 152 or 252 (Guitar). 1 credit; S/CR/NC; Does not fulfill a distribution requirement, NE; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- J. Ellinger
  • MUSC 199: African Drum Class

    Class instruction in basic techniques of African drumming. No musical training or experience is necessary. Special fee: $75. 1 credit; S/CR/NC; Does not fulfill a distribution requirement; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- J. Johnson
  • 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 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts and Literature, NE; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- K. Huber, M. McCright, N. Melville, M. Widman
  • 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 credit; Arts and Literature, ARP; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- K. Huber, M. McCright, N. Melville, M. Widman
  • 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 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts and Literature, NE; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- B. Allen, L. Burnett, P. Kent, M. Martz, R. Penning
  • 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 credit; Arts and Literature, ARP; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- B. Allen, L. Burnett, P. Kent, M. Martz, R. Penning
  • 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). Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor is required. 2 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts and Literature, NE; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- J. Ellinger
  • 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). Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor is required. 2 credit; Arts and Literature, ARP; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- J. Ellinger
  • MUSC 255: Violin

    Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor is required. 2 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts and Literature, NE; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- E. Ericksen, M. Horozaniecki, H. Valdivia
  • MUSC 255J: Violin (Juried)

    Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor is required. 2 credit; Arts and Literature, ARP; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- E. Ericksen, M. Horozaniecki, H. Valdivia
  • MUSC 256: Viola

    Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor is required. 2 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts and Literature, NE; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- E. Ericksen, M. Horozaniecki, H. Valdivia
  • MUSC 256J: Viola (Juried)

    Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor is required. 2 credit; Arts and Literature, ARP; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- E. Ericksen, M. Horozaniecki, H. Valdivia
  • MUSC 257: Cello

    Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor is required. 2 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts and Literature, NE; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- Staff
  • MUSC 257J: Cello (Juried)

    Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor is required. 2 credit; Arts and Literature, ARP; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- Staff
  • MUSC 258: Classical String Bass

    The study of the acoustic string bass in the Classical style. Prerequisites: Permission of instructor 2 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts and Literature, ARP; offered Fall 2011 -- Constance Martin
  • MUSC 258J: Classical String Bass (Juried)

    The study of the acoustic string bass in the Classical style. Prerequisites: Permission of instructor 2 credit; Arts and Literature, ARP; offered Fall 2011 -- Constance Martin
  • MUSC 259: Flute

    Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor is required. 2 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts and Literature, NE; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- M. Jamsa
  • MUSC 259J: Flute (Juried)

    Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor is required. 2 credit; Arts and Literature, ARP; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- M. Jamsa
  • MUSC 260-01: Oboe

    Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor is required. 2 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts and Literature, NE; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- M. Klemp
  • MUSC 260-02: English Horn

    Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor is required. 2 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts and Literature, NE; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- M. Klemp
  • MUSC 260J-01: Oboe (Juried)

    Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor is required. 2 credit; Arts and Literature, ARP; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- M. Klemp
  • MUSC 260J-02: English Horn (Juried)

    Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor is required. 2 credit; Arts and Literature, ARP; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- M. Klemp
  • MUSC 261: Clarinet

    Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor is required. 2 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts and Literature, NE; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- N. Olsen
  • MUSC 261J: Clarinet (Juried)

    Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor is required. 2 credit; Arts and Literature, ARP; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- N. Olsen
  • MUSC 262: Saxophone

    Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor is required. 2 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts and Literature, NE; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- D. Saunders
  • MUSC 262J: Saxophone (Juried)

    Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor is required. 2 credit; Arts and Literature, ARP; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- D. Saunders
  • MUSC 263: Bassoon

    Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor is required. 2 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts and Literature, NE; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- J. Bryce
  • MUSC 263J: Bassoon (Juried)

    Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor is required. 2 credit; Arts and Literature, ARP; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- J. Bryce
  • MUSC 264: French Horn

    Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor is required. 2 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts and Literature, NE; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- G. Anderson
  • MUSC 264J: French Horn (Juried)

    Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor is required. 2 credit; Arts and Literature, ARP; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- G. Anderson
  • MUSC 265: Trumpet

    Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor is required. 2 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts and Literature, NE; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- L. Deichert
  • MUSC 265J: Trumpet (Juried)

    Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor is required. 2 credit; Arts and Literature, ARP; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- L. Deichert
  • MUSC 266-01: Trombone

    Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor is required. 2 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts and Literature, NE; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- R. Rodman
  • MUSC 266-02: Euphonium

    Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor is required. 2 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts and Literature, NE; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- R. Rodman
  • MUSC 266J-01: Trombone (Juried)

    Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor is required. 2 credit; Arts and Literature, ARP; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- R. Rodman
  • MUSC 266J-02: Euphonium (Juried)

    Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor is required. 2 credit; Arts and Literature, ARP; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- R. Rodman
  • MUSC 267: Tuba

    Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor is required. 2 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts and Literature, NE; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- R. Rodman
  • MUSC 267J: Tuba (Juried)

    Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor is required. 2 credit; Arts and Literature, ARP; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- R. Rodman
  • MUSC 268: Orchestral Percussion

    Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor is required. 2 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts and Literature, NE; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- J. Johnson
  • MUSC 268J: Orchestral Percussion (Juried)

    Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor is required. 2 credit; Arts and Literature, ARP; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- J. Johnson
  • MUSC 269: Harp

    Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor is required. 2 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts and Literature, NE; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- E. Niemisto
  • MUSC 269J: Harp (Juried)

    Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor is required. 2 credit; Arts and Literature, ARP; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- E. Niemisto
  • MUSC 270: Harpsichord

    Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor is required. 2 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts and Literature, NE; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- J. Hall
  • MUSC 270J: Harpsicord (Juried)

    Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor is required. 2 credit; Arts and Literature, ARP; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- J. Hall
  • MUSC 271: Organ

    Basic piano skills required. Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor is required. 2 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts and Literature, NE; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- L. Archbold, J. Hall
  • MUSC 271J: Organ (Juried)

    Basic piano skills required. Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor is required. 2 credit; Arts and Literature, ARP; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- L. Archbold, J. Hall
  • MUSC 274: Recorder

    Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor is required. 2 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts and Literature, NE; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- M. Krusemeyer
  • MUSC 274J: Recorder (Juried)

    Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor is required. 2 credit; Arts and Literature, ARP; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- M. Krusemeyer
  • 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. Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor is required. 2 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts and Literature, NE; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- L. Caviani
  • 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. Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor is required. 2 credit; Arts and Literature, ARP; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- L. Caviani
  • 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. Prerequisites: Permission of instructor. 2 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts and Literature, ARP; offered Fall 2011 -- Travis Schilling
  • 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. Prerequisites: Permission of instructor. 2 credit; Arts and Literature, ARP; offered Fall 2011 -- Travis Schilling
  • 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. Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor is required. 2 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts and Literature, NE; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- D. Singley
  • 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. Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor is required. 2 credit; Arts and Literature, ARP; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- D. Singley
  • 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. Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor is required. 2 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts and Literature, NE; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- J. Johnson
  • 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. Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor is required. 2 credit; Arts and Literature, ARP; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- J. Johnson
  • 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. Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor is required. 2 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts and Literature, NE; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- L. Caviani, L. Deichert, D. Saunders, D. Singley
  • 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. Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor is required. 2 credit; Arts and Literature, ARP; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- L. Caviani, L. Deichert, D. Saunders, D. Singley
  • 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. Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor is required. 2 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts and Literature, NE; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- D. Whetstone
  • 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. Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor is required. 2 credit; Arts and Literature, ARP; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- 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. Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor is required. 2 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts and Literature, NE; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- 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. Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor is required. 2 credit; Arts and Literature, ARP; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- D. Whetstone
  • 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). Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor is required. 2 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts and Literature, NE; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- G. Hong
  • 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). Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor is required. 2 credit; Arts and Literature, ARP; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- G. Hong
  • MUSC 283: Ethnic Drumming Instruction

    Ethnic drumming instruction in various ethnic drumming styles including West African (Ghanian instruments), Cuban (congas), North Indian (tabla) and Middle Eastern (dumbek). Equipment available for registered students. Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor is required. 2 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts and Literature, NE; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- J. Johnson
  • MUSC 283J: Ethnic Drumming Instruction (Juried)

    Ethnic drumming instruction in various ethnic drumming styles including West African (Ghanian instruments), Cuban (congas), North Indian (tabla) and Middle Eastern (dumbek). Equipment available for registered students. Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor is required. 2 credit; Arts and Literature, ARP; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- J. Johnson
  • 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, resonator guitar, fiddle (violin, viola, cello), bass, mandolin, mandola or mandocello. Students must provide their own instruments. Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor is required. 2 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts and Literature, NE; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- M. Kreitzer
  • 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, resonator guitar, fiddle (violin, viola, cello), bass, mandolin, mandola or mandocello. Students must provide their own instruments. Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor is required. 2 credit; Arts and Literature, ARP; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- 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. 1 credit; Arts and Literature, ARP; offered Fall 2011 -- A. Freeman
  • 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. 2 credit; Arts and Literature, ARP; offered Fall 2011 -- A. Freeman
  • 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 credit; Arts and Literature; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- Staff
  • MUSC 385: Juried Lessons for the Major

    Applied lessons on the student’s major instrument or voice, with attention to both musical and technical development. Each major will pursue a course of study tailored to the student’s specific needs. The student’s performance abilities are evaluated twice, by means of a jury, before and after instruction. Prerequisite: Music major standing or permission of the department. 2 credit; Arts and Literature, ARP; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- Staff
  • MUSC 386: Juried Lessons for the Major

    Applied lessons on the student’s major instrument or voice, with attention to both musical and technical development. Each major will pursue a course of study tailored to the student’s specific needs. The student’s performance abilities are evaluated twice, by means of a jury, before and after instruction. Prerequisite: Music major standing or permission of the department. 4 credit; Arts and Literature, ARP; offered Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012 -- Staff