Course Equivalency Tool (Montana University System Common Course Changes)
MUSI
Music - General
MUSI 100 CONCERT ATTENDANCE MUSI 101IA ENJOYMENT OF MUSIC MUSI 103RA FUNDAMENTALS OF MUSICAL CREATION MUSI 105 MUSIC THEORY I MUSI 106 MUSIC THEORY II MUSI 112 CHOIR I: UNIVERSITY CHORUS MUSI 114 BAND I: UNIVERSITY BAND MUSI 130IA HISTORY OF JAZZ MUSI 131 JAZZ ENSEMBLE I: MSU MUSI 135 KEYBOARD SKILLS I MUSI 136 KEYBOARD SKILLS II MUSI 140 AURAL PERCEPTION I MUSI 141 AURAL PERCEPTION II MUSI 155 MARCHING BAND:SPIRIT OF THE WEST MUSI 160 BEGINNING GUITAR I MUSI 161 BEGINNING GUITAR II MUSI 195 APPLIED MUSIC I MUSI 203IA AMERICAN POPULAR MUSIC MUSI 205 MUSIC THEORY III MUSI 206 MUSIC THEORY IV MUSI 211IA MASTERWORKS IN MUSIC MUSI 219IA HONORS MUSIC & SOCIETY MUSI 225 JAZZ THEORY & IMPROVISATION I MUSI 226 JAZZ THEORY & IMPROVISATION II MUSI 230 INTERMEDIATE KEYBOARD SKILLS: REPERTOIRE MUSI 231 INTERMEDIATE KEYBOARD SKILLS: ACCOMPANYING MUSI 232 INTERMEDIATE KEYBOARD SKILLS: OPEN SCORE READING MUSI 233 INTERMEDIATE KEYBOARD SKILLS: JAZZ MUSI 240 AURAL PERCEPTION III MUSI 241 AURAL PERCEPTION IV MUSI 260 INTERMEDIATE GUITAR MUSI 281 DICTION: LATIN, ENGLISH, ITALIAN MUSI 290R UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH MUSI 291 SPECIAL TOPICS MUSI 292 INDEPENDENT STUDY MUSI 294 SEMINAR/WORKSHOP MUSI 295 APPLIED MUSIC II MUSI 301 MUSIC HISTORY I MUSI 302 MUSIC HISTORY II MUSI 303 MUSIC HISTORY OF THE 20TH CENTURY MUSI 307IA WORLD MUSIC MUSI 308 ORCHESTRA II: MSU SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA MUSI 310 OPERA THEATRE II MUSI 312 CHOIR III: CHORALE MUSI 314 BAND III: WIND SYMPHONY MUSI 322 PERCUSSION ENSEMBLE MUSI 331 JAZZ ENSEMBLE II: ONE O'CLOCK JAZZ BAND MUSI 335 INSTRUMENTAL CONDUCTING MUSI 336 CHORAL CONDUCTING MUSI 348 ENSEMBLE MUSI 351 ACCOMPANYING MUSI 358 PARKENING OBSERVATION MUSI 362 CHAMBER ENSEMBLES III: MSU MUSI 382 DICTION: GERMAN & FRENCH MUSI 395 APPLIED MUSIC III MUSI 407 COUNTERPOINT MUSI 410 ANALYSIS MUSI 422 MSU CHAMBER ORCHESTRA MUSI 426 MONTANANS MUSI 428 GAMELAN MUSI 430 KEYBOARD STUDIO PEDAGOGY MUSI 432 KEYBOARD LITERATURE MUSI 438 INSTRUMENTAL PEDAGOGY & LITERATURE MUSI 440 ORCHESTRATION MUSI 442 VOCAL STUDIO PEDAGOGY AND LIT MUSI 446 ADVANCED APPLIED CONDUCTING MUSI 450 RECITAL MUSI 460 GUITAR MASTER CLASS MUSI 485 ACOUSTIC COMPOSITION MUSI 490R UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH MUSI 491 SPECIAL TOPICS MUSI 492 INDEPENDENT STUDY MUSI 494 SEMINAR/WORKSHOP MUSI 495 APPLIED MUSIC IV MUSI 498 INTERNSHIP MUSI 499R SENIOR RECITAL/CAPSTONE PJT MUSI 504 STUDIES IN HISTORY AND ANALYSIS MUSI 515 CONTEMPORARY DIRECTIONS IN MUSIC MUSI 519 WORLD MUSIC MUSI 520 MONTANA CHAMBER MUSIC WORKSHOP MUSI 540 ADVANCED CONDUCTING MUSI 542 GRADUATE VOCAL PEDAGOGY MUSI 550 GRADUATE RECITAL MUSI 575 RESEARCH OR PROFESSIONAL PAPER/PROJECT MUSI 595 APPLIED MUSIC EDUCATORS
Course Equivalency Tool (Montana University System Common Course Changes)
MUSI 100 CONCERT ATTENDANCE
F,S 0 cr. IND 0 cr. May be repeated
-- Required of Music Major students every semester that they are in
residence on campus. Each student must attend 8 concerts or recitals
and sign in or submit proof of attendance. Pass/Fail course.
MUSI 101IA ENJOYMENT OF MUSIC
S 3 cr. LEC 3 cr.
-- Introduces students to the rich legacy of Western Art Music, defined
as notated musical traditions in Europe and later in the USA from liturgical
chant to the present. Explores the historical context that led to the
development of important genres and influenced the lives of composers.
Facilitates active listening and curious inquiry into the language of
music.
MUSI 103RA FUNDAMENTALS OF
MUSICAL CREATION
F,S 3 cr. LEC 1 RCT 1 LAB 1
-- Open to all students. Study of the elements of music and their combination
in musical creation. Activities include the acquisition of keyboard
skills, exploration of traditional harmonic theory and exercises in
music reading, analysis, and composition.
MUSI 105 MUSIC THEORY I
F 3 cr. LEC 3
PREREQUISITE: Music fundamentals pre-test.
COREQUISITE: MUSI 140.
-- Music fundamentals, diatonic harmony and elementary counterpoint.
Successful completion of Music Fundamentals Pre-test (administered during
the first class meeting and covering scales, rhythm/meter, clefs, and
key signatures) required for enrollment in this course.
MUSI 106 MUSIC THEORY II
S 3 cr. LEC 3
PREREQUISITE: MUSI 105.
-- Continuation of study of materials used in the previous semester:
diatonic harmony and analysis in the common practice style, musical
notation and language, function and interaction of the elements of music.
MUSI 112 CHOIR I: UNIVERSITY
CHORUS
F,S 1 cr. LAB 1 May be repeated, Maximum 8 cr.
PREREQUISITE: Consent of Instructor.
-- Intermediate, mixed-voice choir performing a variety of concert music.
MUSI 114 BAND I: UNIVERSITY
BAND
F,S 1 cr. LAB 1 May be repeated, maximum 8 cr.
-- Study and performance of traditional and contemporary repertoire
for wind and percussion in a large ensemble format. Open to all students
with high school instrumental music experience.
MUSI 130IA HISTORY OF JAZZ
S 3 cr. LEC 3
-- Important literature from American jazz, with an emphasis on a detailed
study of styles that have developed new directions in music and shaped
America's culture.
MUSI 131 JAZZ ENSEMBLE I: MSU
F,S 1 cr. LAB 1 May be repeated, Maximum 8 cr.
PREREQUISITE: Successful audition.
-- Ensemble experience performing musical styles that include swing,
jazz, commercial, and popular music. Open to all students with high
school instrumental music experience.
MUSI 135 KEYBOARD SKILLS I
F 1 cr. LAB 1
PREREQUISITE: Placement audition and music major.
-- Study of keyboard theory and technique, creative activities, sight
reading, and piano repertoire. For music majors.
MUSI 136 KEYBOARD SKILLS II
S 1 cr. LAB 1
PREREQUISITE: MUSI 135 or placement audition and music major.
-- Continued study of keyboard theory and technique, creative activities,
sight reading, and piano repertoire. For music majors.
MUSI 140 AURAL PERCEPTION I
F 1 cr. LAB 1
PREREQUISITE: Music reading pre-test.
COREQUISITE: MUSI 105.
-- Studies in ear training and sight-singing to develop aural perception
of tonal and temporal relationships. Primarily for students with planned
concentration in music. Assumes knowledge of musical notation.
MUSI 141 AURAL PERCEPTION II
S 1 cr. LAB 1
PREREQUISITE: MUSI 140.
-- Continuation of studies in ear training and sight-singing to develop
aural perception of tonal and temporal relationships. Primarily for
students with planned concentration in music.
MUSI 155 MARCHING BAND: SPIRIT
OF THE WEST
F 1-2 cr. LAB May be repeated.
-- Non-auditioned ensemble offering experience in marching techniques
and outdoor performances.
MUSI 160 BEGINNING GUITAR
F 1 cr. LAB 1
PREREQUISITE: Placement audition.
-- Basic instruction in techniques of chord and classical guitar, music
reading, and performance.
MUSI 161 BEGINNING GUITAR II
S 1 cr. LAB 1
PREREQUISITE: MUSI 160 or placement audition.
-- Continuation of MUSI 160.
MUSI 195 APPLIED MUSIC I
F,S,Su 1 cr. STU 1 May be repeated, Maximum 3 cr.
PREREQUISITE: Successful audition.
-- Techniques of performance and interpretation to develop musical ability,
expression, accuracy, and stylistic awareness in student's performance
area.
MUSI 203IA AMERICAN POPULAR
MUSIC: REFLECTIONS OF POLITICS &SOCIETY
F,S 3 cr. LEC 3
-- A study of the way in which American popular music is a product of
the social, political, and historical context in which it developed,
and in turn how this context was shaped by this music.
MUSI 205 MUSIC THEORY III
F 3 cr. LEC 3
PREREQUISITE: MUSI 106.
-- Study and use of chromatic harmony and counterpoint in the common
practice period. Analysis of small forms.
MUSI 206 MUSIC THEORY IV
S 3 cr. LEC 3
PREREQUISITE: MUSI 205.
-- Analysis and use of homophonic forms and 20th Century techniques.
MUSI 211IA MASTERWORKS IN MUSIC
F,S 3 cr. LEC 3
-- Presentation of examples of great music literature to develop informed,
perceptive listening and musical understanding.
MUSI 219IA HONORS MUSIC &
SOCIETY
S 3 cr. LEC 3
-- An investigation into the relationship between composers, and the
cultural, political, and social influences that impacted their creative
work. Various composers and significant musical works representing diverse
style periods, cultures, and historical backgrounds will be discussed
in depth. Students will be required to present a final paper discussing
the work of a specific composer of their choice, incorporating the above
criteria. Restricted entry. Priority to University Honors students.
MUSI 225 JAZZ THEORY &
IMPROVISATION I
F alternate years, to be offered odd years 2 cr. LEC 1 LAB 1
PREREQUISITE: MUSI 105 and MUSI 295 or successful audition.
-- Improvisational basics for experienced instrumentalists and vocalists,
improvement of aural perception, techniques of teaching improvisation
and utilizing it at various levels of technical proficiency, enhancing
other approaches to music education.
MUSI 226 JAZZ THEORY &
IMPROVISATION II
S alternate years, to be offered even years 2 cr. LEC 1 LAB 1
PREREQUISITE: MUSI 225.
-- Application of the techniques learned in Improvisation I, continuation
of improvisational and creative experiences.
MUSI 230 INTERMEDIATE KEYBOARD
SKILLS: REPERTOIRE
F 1 cr. LAB 1
PREREQUISITE: MUSI 136 OR placement audition and music major.
-- Continuation of the study of keyboard theory and technique, sight
reading, and piano repertoire. For non-keyboard music majors.
MUSI 231 INTERMEDIATE KEYBOARD
SKILLS: ACCOMPANYING
F 1 cr. LAB 1
PREREQUISITE: MUSI 136 or placement audition and music major.
-- Continuation of the study of keyboard theory and technique, ensemble
playing, sight reading, and piano accompanying. For non-keyboard music
majors.
MUSI 232 INTERMEDIATE KEYBOARD
SKILLS: OPEN SCORE READING
S 1 cr. LAB 1
PREREQUISITE: MUSI 136 or placement audition and music major.
-- Continuation of the study of keyboard theory and technique, sight
reading, and keyboard realization of choral and instrumental ensemble
scores. For music majors.
MUSI 233 INTERMEDIATE KEYBOARD
SKILLS: JAZZ
S 1 cr. LAB 1
PREREQUISITE: MUSI 136 or placement audition and music major.
-- Continuation of the study of keyboard theory and technique, creative
activities, sight reading, improvisation and performance of jazz. For
music majors.
MUSI 240 AURAL PERCEPTION III
F 1 cr. LAB 1
PREREQUISITE: MUSI 141.
-- Continued development of aural and vocal skills that deal with tonal
and temporal relationships.
MUSI 241 AURAL PERCEPTION IV
S 1 cr. LAB 1
PREREQUISITE: MUSI 240.
-- Continued development of aural and vocal skills that deal with tonal
and temporal relationships.
MUSI 260 INTERMEDIATE GUITAR
F 1 cr. LAB 1
PREREQUISITE: MUSI 161.
-- Continued instruction in techniques of chord and classical guitar,
music reading, and performance.
MUSI 281 DICTION: LATIN, ENGLISH
ITALIAN
S 2 cr. LEC 2
PREREQUISITE: MUSI 195 in voice or previous singing experience.
-- Correct pronunciation of Latin, English, Italian for singers using
the International Phonetic Alphabet. Study of standard art song, operatic
and choral repertoire in Latin, English and Italian.
MUSI 290R UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH
F,S 1-6 cr. IND may be repeated
-- Directed undergraduate research/creative activity which may culminate
in a written work or other creative project. Course will address responsible
conduct of research.
MUSI 291 SPECIAL TOPICS
On Demand 1 - 4 cr. Maximum 12 cr.
PREREQUISITE: None required but some may be determined necessary by
each offering department.
-- Courses not required in any curriculum for which there is a particular
one-time need, or given on a trial basis to determine acceptability
and demand.
MUSI 292 INDEPENDENT STUDY
On Demand 1 - 3 cr. IND Maximum 6 cr.
PREREQUISITE: Consent of instructor and approval of department head.
-- Directed research and study on an individual basis.
MUSI 294 SEMINAR/WORKSHOP
On Demand 1 cr. SEM Maximum 4 cr.
-- Topics offered which are not covered in regular courses. Students
participate in preparing and presenting discussion materials.
MUSI 295 APPLIED MUSIC II
F,S,Su 1 cr. STU 1 May be repeated, maximum 3 cr.
PREREQUISITE: MUSI 195 and successful audition.
-- Continued instruction in techniques of performance and interpretation
to develop musical ability, expression, accuracy, and stylistic awareness
in student's performance area.
MUSI 301 MUSIC HISTORY I
S 3 cr. LEC 3
PREREQUISITE: MUSI 106.
-- Music as it relates to other arts and humanities from an historical
and stylistic perspective. From Antiquity through the Baroque era.
MUSI 302 MUSIC HISTORY II
F 3 cr. LEC 3
PREREQUISITE: MUSI 106.
-- Music as it relates to other arts and humanities from an historical
and stylistic perspective. The Classical and Romantic eras.
MUSI 303 MUSIC HISTORY OF THE
20TH CENTURY
S 3 cr. LEC 3
PREREQUISITE: MUSI 106 and MUSI 301 or MUSI 302.
--Music as it relates to other arts and humanities from an historical
and stylistic perspective. 20th Century and Jazz.
MUSI 307IA WORLD MUSIC
F,S 3 cr. LEC 3
PREREQUISITE: Junior standing.
-- Approaches to, and use of, music in world cultures. Impact of world
music on the western art music tradition.
MUSI 308 ORCHESTRA II: MSU
SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
F,S 1 cr. LAB 1 May be repeated, maximum 8 cr.
PREREQUISITE: Successful audition.
-- Advanced training in the performance repertoire for orchestra.
MUSI 310 OPERA THEATRE II
F,S 1 cr. LAB 1
PREREQUISITE: Successful audition
-- Advanced training in the performance of opera and musical theater
repertoire.
MUSI 312 CHOIR III: CHORALE
F,S 1 cr. LAB 1 May be repeated, maximum 8 cr.
PREREQUISITE: Successful audition.
-- Advanced choral performance.
MUSI 314 BAND III: WIND SYMPHONY
F,S 1 cr. LAB 1 Maximum 8 cr.
PREREQUISITE: Enrollment by audition.
-- Study and performance of advanced, traditional, and contemporary
wind band repertoire.
MUSI 322 PERCUSSION ENSEMBLE
F,S 1 cr. LAB 1 May be repeated, maximum 8 cr.
PREREQUISITE: Successful audition
--Advanced ensemble performance experience focusing primarily on music
written for percussion during the 20th century
MUSI 331 JAZZ ENSEMBLE II:
ONE O'CLOCK JAZZ BAND
F,S 1 cr. LAB 1 May be repeated, maximum 8 cr.
PREREQUISITE: Successful audition.
-- Advanced performance training in jazz literature from all style periods,
guided improvisational experience.
MUSI 335 INSTRUMENTAL CONDUCTING
& REHEARSAL TECHNIQUES
F 2 cr. LEC 1 RCT 1
PREREQUISITE: MUSI 241, MUSI 206.
-- Basic conducting and instrumental rehearsal techniques, instrumental
score study, laboratory experiences.
MUSI 336 CHORAL CONDUCTING
& REHEARSAL TECHNIQUES
S 2 cr. LEC 1 RCT 1
PREREQUISITE: MUSI 335.
-- Basic conducting and choral rehearsal techniques, choral score study,
laboratory experiences.
MUSI 348 ENSEMBLE
F,S,Su 1 cr. LAB 1 May be repeated; Maximum 8 cr.
PREREQUISITE: Successful audition.
-- Selected students perform in small, coached instrumental and vocal
ensemble performance.
MUSI 351 ACCOMPANYING
F alternate years, to be offered even years 2 cr. RCT 2
PREREQUISITE: MUSI 295.
-- Study of repertoire and principles of accompaniment in all style
periods. Laboratory experiences include accompanying instrumentalists
and vocalists.
MUSI 358 PARKENING OBSERVATION
Su 1 cr. IND 1 Maximum 4 cr.
PREREQUISITE: MUSI 195.
-- Guided observation and critique of Parkening Master Class.
MUSI 362 CHAMBER ENSEMBLES
III: MSU
F,S 1 cr. LAB 1 May be repeated; maximum 8 cr.
COREQUISITE: MUSI 195, MUSI 295, MUSI 395, MUSI 495, or MUED 560; or
successful audition.
-- Students perform in small, coached instrumental and vocal chamber
music ensembles. Students study and perform chamber music repertory
composed between 1650 and the present.
MUSI 382 DICTION: GERMAN AND
FRENCH
F alternate years, to be offered odd years 2 cr. LEC 2
PREREQUISITE: MUSI 281
-- Correct pronunciation of German and French for singers using the
International Phonetic Alphabet. Study of standard art song and operatic
repertoire in German and French.
MUSI 395 APPLIED MUSIC III
F,S,Su 1-2 cr. STU 1 May be repeated three times for credit.
PREREQUISITE: MUSI 295 and successful audition.
-- Continued study of techniques of performance and interpretation to
develop musical ability, expression, accuracy, and stylistic awareness
in student's performance area.
MUSI 407 COUNTERPOINT
S alternate years, to be offered even years 3 cr. LEC 3
PREREQUISITE: MUSI 206.
-- Study and practice of the techniques of writing two- and three-voice
counterpoint. 16th, 18th, and 20th-Century styles.
MUSI 410 ANALYSIS
S alternate years, to be offered odd years 3 cr. LEC 3
PREREQUISITE: MUSI 206.
-- Advanced analysis and in depth study of selected and representative
works from specific categories, such as chamber, orchestral, vocal,
or choral music.
MUSI 422 MSU CHAMBER ORCHESTRA
F, S 1 cr. LAB 1
PREREQUISITE: Audition or Consent of Instructor.
-- A small (20-30member) auditioned orchestra of strings and a few winds
suitable for playing appropriate literature, such as works from the
Baroque of Classical era, or more modern works written for smaller forces.
MUSI 426 MONTANANS
F,S 1 cr. LAB 1 Maximum 8 cr.
PREREQUISITE: Successful audition.
-- Advanced performance in small vocal ensemble using stylistic variety
in programming.
MUSI 428 GAMELAN
F,S 1 cr. LAB 1 May be repeated. Max 8 cr.
PREREQUISITE: MUSI 105 or MUSI 307 and consent of instructor. May be repeated; maximum 8 cr.
-- Balinese gamelan orchestra rehearsal and performance using authentic
instruments. Both traditional music for the angklung gamelan as well
as newer directions in music will be addressed. Traditional role learning
and musical notation will be used.
MUSI 430 KEYBOARD STUDIO PEDAGOGY
F alternate years, to be offered odd years 2 cr. LEC 2
PREREQUISITE: Junior standing and MUSI 295.
-- Study of studio and class piano teaching techniques, beginning piano
methods, beginning keyboard literature and materials needed for studio/class
piano teaching. Observations and supervised teaching experiences are
included.
MUSI 432 KEYBOARD LITERATURE
S alternate years, to be offered even years 2 cr. LEC 1 LAB 1
PREREQUISITE: MUSI 430.
-- Study of historical keyboard instruments and literature from the
1600s to the present.
MUSI 438 INSTRUMENTAL STUDIO
PEDAGOGY & LITERATURE
F,S and on demand 2 cr. LEC 1 IND 1
PREREQUISITE: Junior standing, MUSI 295.
-- Studio teaching techniques and relevant etudes, solo, and ensemble
literature in the student's major applied area. Evaluation of literature
and progression of a young player. Required observation of experienced
private lesson teachers.
MUSI 440 ORCHESTRATION
S 2 cr. LEC 1 LAB 1
PREREQUISITE: MUSI 206.
-- Training in scoring principles for instrumental ensembles with emphasis
on arranging and adapting music for public school programs.
MUSI 442 VOCAL STUDIO PEDAGOGY
& LITERATURE
S 2 cr. LEC 1 LAB 1
PREREQUISITE: Junior standing, and one of the following: MUS 156 or
MUSI 295 and MUSI 231.
-- Vocal pedagogy, teaching techniques, and literature.
MUSI 446 ADVANCED APPLIED CONDUCTING
F,S 1-2 cr. LAB 1-2
PREREQUISITE: Junior standing, and one of the following: MUSI 335 and
MUSI 336 and MUSI 231 or MUSI 232.
-- Provides BA-Music and BME-Music Education majors with practical experience in conducting,
leadership, and management. Students will study advanced conducting
and rehearsal techniques, and perhaps have the opportunity to conduct
large ensembles as Student Conductors.
MUSI 450 RECITAL
F,S,Su 1 cr. IND 1 May be repeated.
COREQUISITE: MUSI 395 or MUSI 495.
-- Selection of appropriate program of works suited to student's abilities,
preparation for performance.
MUSI 460 GUITAR MASTER CLASS
Su and on demand 1 cr. IND 1
PREREQUISITE: MUSI 295 (Guitar).
-- Pedagogical and performance techniques in classical guitar.
MUSI 485 ACOUSTIC COMPOSITION
F,S on demand 1 - 3 cr. TUT 1 IND 1-2 May be repeated; maximum 6
cr.
PREREQUISITE: MUSI 106.
-- Individual study of compositional practices for acoustic/orchestral
instruments, compositional processes and techniques, standard notation
and part-writing, and aesthetic concepts. Students meet minimum weekly
progress standards and a total requirement for minutes of music written,
adjustable for the complexity of the medium.
MUSI 490R UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH
F,S, Su 1 - 6 cr. IND May be repeated. Max 12 cr.
-- Directed undergraduate research/creative activity which may culminate
in a research paper, journal article, or undergraduate thesis. Course
will address responsible conduct of research.
MUSI 491 SPECIAL TOPICS
On Demand 1 - 4 cr. Maximum 12 cr.
PREREQUISITE: Course prerequisites as determined for each offering.
-- Courses not required in any curriculum for which there is a particular
one-time need, or given on a trial basis to determine acceptability
and demand before requesting a regular course number.
MUSI 492 INDEPENDENT STUDY
On Demand 1 - 3 cr. IND Maximum 6 cr.
PREREQUISITE: Junior standing, consent of instructor and approval of
department head.
-- Directed research and study on an individual basis.
MUSI 494 SEMINAR/WORKSHOP
F,S,Su On Demand 1 cr. SEM 1 Maximum 4 cr.
PREREQUISITE: Junior standing and as determined for each offering.
-- Topics offered at the upper division level which are not covered
in regular courses. Students participate in preparing and presenting
discussion material.
MUSI 495 APPLIED MUSIC IV
F,S,Su 1-2 cr. STU 1 May be repeated three times for credit.
PREREQUISITE: MUSI 395 and successful audition.
-- Continued study of techniques of performance and interpretation to
develop musical ability, expressivity, accuracy, and stylistic awareness
in student's performance area.
MUSI 499R SENIOR RECITAL/CAPSTONE PJT
MUSI 504 STUDIES IN HISTORY AND ANALYSIS
Su alternate years, to be offered even years 3 cr. LEC 3
PREREQUISITE: MUSI 206, MUSI 301, MUSI 302.
-- Review and study of the history of music, with an emphasis on specific works. Review and practice of analytical and theoretical procedures
and concepts in a variety of musical genres and styles.
MUSI 515 CONTEMPORARY DIRECTIONS IN MUSIC
On demand 2 cr. LEC 2
PREREQUISITE: MUSI 302.
-- In-depth investigation of musical styles prevalent in western music between 1975-present.
MUSI 519 WORLD MUSIC
On demand 2 cr. LEC 2
PREREQUISITE: MUSI 302.
-- Approaches to and use of music in world cultures. The influence of world music on Western music.
MUSI 520 MONTANA CHAMBER MUSIC WORKSHOP
Su 2 cr. LAB 2
PREREQUISITE: MUSI 295, MUSI 295 and consent of instructor.
-- Students investigate the wealth of chamber music literature that includes their own instrument in various instrumental combinations, through coached playing assignments and in performance forums.
MUSI 540 ADVANCED CONDUCTING
F,S 3 cr. RCT 1-3 May be repeated for credit.
PREREQUISITE: MUSI 335 or MUSI 336.
-- Conducting techniques, score study and rehearsal procedures for direction of instrumental and choral groups in the public schools. Online readings, research, and discussions with on-campus and off-site conducting of ensembles.
MUSI 542 GRADUATE VOCAL PEDAGOGY
F alternate years, to be offered even years 3 cr. SEM 3
PREREQUISITE: MUSI 442.
COREQUISITE: Must be an active music educator.
-- Online/Seminar delivery centers around classroom application of vocal methodologies in the studio and classroom. Course content will include the study of vocal physiology and acoustics.
MUSI 550 GRADUATE RECITAL
F,S,Su 1 cr. IND 1.
PREREQUISITE: MUED 560.
-- Formal recital to include works from different eras.
MUSI 575 RESEARCH OR PROFESSIONAL PAPER/PROJECT
F,S,Su 1 - 4 cr. IND Maximum 6 cr.
PREREQUISITE: Graduate standing.
-- A research or professional paper or project dealing with a topic in the field. The topic must have been mutually agreed upon by the student and his or her major advisor and graduate committee.
MUSI 595 APPLIED MUSIC
F,S,Su 1-2 cr. STU 1-2 May be repeated; Maximum 3 cr.
PREREQUISITE: MUSI 495 or demonstrated proficiency and consent of instructor.
-- Advanced studies of techniques of performance and interpretation to develop musical ability, expression, accuracy and stylistic awareness in student's performance area.
Updated: February 2012
