MUS
Music
Department of Music
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MUS 100   CONCERT ATTENDANCE

MUS 101IA   ENJOYMENT OF MUSIC

MUS 102RA FUNDAMENTALS OF MUSICAL CREATION

MUS 103   AURAL SKILLS I

MUS 104   AURAL SKILLS II

MUS 105   MUSIC THEORY I

MUS 106   MUSIC THEORY II

MUS 115   INTRODUCTION TO DIGITAL MUSIC

MUS 120   MARCHING BAND

MUS 126   UNIVERSITY CHORUS

MUS 127   LABORATORY INSTRUMENTAL ENSEMBLE

MUS 128   LABORATORY CHORAL ENSEMBLE

MUS 130   TECHNIQUES: FLUTE & CLARINET

MUS 131   TECHNIQUES: SAX, OBOE & BASSOON

MUS 132   TECHNIQUES: BRASS

MUS 134   TECHNIQUES: PERCUSSION

MUS 135   TECHNIQUES: STRINGS

MUS 137   VOCAL TECHNIQUES AND DICTION

MUS 141   UNIVERSITY BAND

MUS 150   KEYBOARD SKILLS I

MUS 151   KEYBOARD SKILLS II

MUS 153   GUITAR IN CLASS I

MUS 154   GUITAR IN CLASS II

MUS 156   VOICE IN CLASS

MUS 160   APPLIED MUSIC I

MUS 203   AURAL SKILLS III

MUS 204   AURAL SKILLS IV

MUS 205   MUSIC THEORY III

MUS 206   MUSIC THEORY IV

MUS 210IA MASTERWORKS IN MUSIC

MUS 212IA AMERICAN POPULAR MUSIC: REFLECTIONS OF POLITICS & SOCIETY

MUS 214IA JAZZ LITERATURE

MUS 220   INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER APPLICATIONS AND RECORDING FOR MUSIC EDUCATION MAJORS

MUS 221   RECORDING I

MUS 224   JAZZ ENSEMBLE

MUS 225   ELECTRIC MONSTER LAPTOP ENSEMBLE

MUS 230   MIDI SEQUENCING & NOTATION

MUS 231   LATIN, ENGLISH AND ITALIAN DICTION

MUS 235   DICTION: ENGLISH-lATIN

MUS 248IA MUSIC & SOCIETY

MUS 249   ADVANCED KEYBOARD SKILLS: REPERTOIRE

MUS 250   ADVANCED KEYBOARD SKILLS: ACCOMPANYING

MUS 251   ADVANCED KEYBOARD SKILLS: OPEN SCORE READING

MUS 252   ADVANCED KEYBOARD SKILLS: JAZZ

MUS 253   GUITAR IN CLASS III

MUS 254   GUITAR IN CLASS IV

MUS 260   APPLIED MUSIC II

MUS 280   SPECIAL TOPICS

MUS 289R  UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH/CREATIVE ACTIVITY INSTRUCTION

MUS 290R  UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH/CREATIVE ACTIVITY

MUS 303   INSTRUMENTATION

MUS 305   ORCHESTRATION FOR NEW MEDIA

MUS 310   MUSIC HISTORY I: ANTIQUITY THROUGH BAROQUE

MUS 311   MUSIC HISTORY II: CLASSICAL AND ROMANTIC

MUS 312IA WORLD MUSIC

MUS 321   MUSIC HISTORY III: 20TH CENTURY AND JAZZ

MUS 322   PERCUSSION ENSEMBLE

MUS 324   STUDIO JAZZ LAB

MUS 325   MSU SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

MUS 326   CHORALE

MUS 330   OPERA WORKSHOP

MUS 331   GERMAN AND FRENCH DICTION

MUS 335   DICTION & REPERTOIRE:ITALIAN & GERMAN

MUS 336   DICTION & REPERTOIRE:FRENCH

MUS 337   INSTRUMENTAL CONDUCTING & REHEARSAL TECHNIQUES

MUS 338   CHORAL CONDUCTING & REHEARSAL TECHNIQUES

MUS 339   CONDUCTING PRACTICUM

MUS 340   MARCHING BAND TECHNIQUES

MUS 341   SOUND DESIGN AND SYNTHESIS

MUS 342   RECORDING II

MUS 347   INTERDISCIPINARY PROJECTS I

MUS 348   INTERDISCIPINARY PROJECTS II

MUS 349   FILM SCORING

MUS 350   REAL-TIME COMPUTER MUSIC

MUS 351   ACCOMPANYING

MUS 353   IMPROVISATION I

MUS 354   IMPROVISATION II

MUS 355   ENSEMBLE

MUS 356   CHAMBER MUSIC ENSEMBLE

MUS 358   PARKENING OBSERVATION

MUS 360   APPLIED MUSIC III

MUS 400   SEMINAR

MUS 405R  SENIOR PROJECT

MUS 406   COMPOSITION

MUS 407   COUNTERPOINT

MUS 408   ANALYSIS

MUS 420   MSU WIND SYMPHONY

MUS 426   MONTANANS

MUS 428   GAMELAN 

MUS 437   INSTRUMENTAL FIELD EXPERIENCE

MUS 439   CHORAL FIELD EXPERIENCE

MUS 440   INSTRUMENTAL PEDAGOGY & LITERATURE

MUS 442   VOCAL PEDAGOGY & LITERATURE

MUS 443   PIANO PEDAGOGY 

MUS 444   PIANO LITERATURE

MUS 445   EXPERIENCE STUDIO TEACHING

MUS 446   INSTRUMENTAL METHODS & LITERATURE

MUS 449   CHORAL METHODS & LITERATURE

MUS 450   RECITAL

MUS 458   GUITAR MASTER CLASS

MUS 460   APPLIED MUSIC IV

MUS 470   INDEPENDENT STUDY

MUS 476   INTERNSHIP

MUS 480   SPECIAL TOPICS

MUS 489R  UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH/CREATIVE ACTIVITY INSTRUCTION

MUS 490R  UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH/CREATIVE ACTIVITY

MUS 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.

MUS 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.

MUS 102RA 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.

MUS 103 AURAL SKILLS I
F 1 cr. LAB 1
PREREQUISITE: Music reading pre-test.
COREQUISITE: MUS 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.

MUS 104 AURAL SKILLS II
S 1 cr. LAB 1
PREREQUISITE: MUS 103.
-- 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.

MUS 105 MUSIC THEORY I
F 3 cr. LEC 3
PREREQUISITE: Music fundamentals pre-test.
COREQUISITE: MUS 103.
-- 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.

MUS 106 MUSIC THEORY II
S 3 cr. LEC 3
PREREQUISITE: MUS 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.

MUS 115 INTRODUCTION TO DIGITAL MUSIC
F, S 3 cr. LEC 3
-- First course in the Music Technology Sequence. Concepts and terms, creative projects using software and hardware, historical background, an introduction to the music industry, and tools for building self-directed careers within the changing field of music technology.

MUS 120 MARCHING BAND
F 1-2 cr. LAB May be repeated, Maximum 8 cr.
-- Non-auditioned ensemble offering experience in marching techniques and outdoor performances.

MUS 126 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.

MUS 127 LABORATORY INSTRUMENTAL ENSEMBLE
F 1 cr. LAB 1
COREQUISITE: MUS 337.
-- Repertoire suitable for beginning and advanced secondary school ensembles (band and/or orchestra) will be reviewed. Students are asked to play their secondary instrument.

MUS 128 LABORATORY CHORAL ENSEMBLE
S 1 cr. LAB 1
COREQUISITE: MUS 338.
-- Repertoire suitable for beginning and advanced secondary school vocal ensembles will be reviewed. The Repertory Choral Ensemble will present a recital at the end of the semester under the direction of student conductors.

MUS 130 TECHNIQUES: FLUTE & CLARINET
F 1 cr. LAB 1
-- Teaching techniques, materials and basic playing approaches for flute and clarinet. For music education students.

MUS 131 TECHNIQUES: SAX, OBOE & BASSOON
S 1 cr. LAB 1
-- Teaching techniques, materials, and basic playing approaches for saxophone, oboe, and bassoon. For music education students.

MUS 132 TECHNIQUES: BRASS
S 1 cr. LAB 1
-- Teaching techniques, materials, and basic playing approaches for brass instruments. For music education students.

MUS 133 TECHNIQUES: TROMBONE, EUPHONIUM & TUBA
S 1 cr. LAB 1
-- Teaching techniques, materials, and basic playing approaches for trombone, euphonium, and tuba. For music education students.

MUS 134 TECHNIQUES: PERCUSSION
S 1 cr. LAB 1
-- Teaching techniques, materials, and basic playing approaches for percussion. For music education students.

MUS 135 TECHNIQUES: STRINGS
F 1 cr. LAB 1
-- Teaching techniques, materials, and basic playing approaches for strings. For music education students.

MUS 137 VOCAL TECHNIQUES AND DICTION
F 1 cr. LAB 1
PREREQUISITE: Music Major or consent of instructor.
-- Introductory vocal training and diction for instrumentalists and beginning singers. Students develop voice production and performance skills for solo and small group singing through a lab setting.

MUS 141 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.

MUS 150 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.

MUS 151 KEYBOARD SKILLS II
S 1 cr. LAB 1
PREREQUISITE: MUS 150 or placement audition and music major.
-- Continued study of keyboard theory and technique, creative activities, sight reading, and piano repertoire. For music majors.

MUS 153 GUITAR IN CLASS I
F,S 1 cr. LAB 1
PREREQUISITE: Placement audition.
-- Basic instruction in techniques of chord and classical guitar, music reading, and performance.

MUS 154 GUITAR IN CLASS II
S 1 cr. LAB 1
PREREQUISITE: MUS 153 or placement audition.
-- Continuation of MUS 153.

MUS 156 VOICE IN CLASS
F 1 cr. LAB 1 May be repeated, Maximum 2 cr.
-- Basic singing technique: tone production, interpretation, introduction to song literature.

MUS 160 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.

MUS 203 AURAL SKILLS III
F 1 cr. LAB 1
PREREQUISITE: MUS 104.
-- Continued development of aural and vocal skills that deal with tonal and temporal relationships.

MUS 204 AURAL SKILLS IV
S 1 cr. LAB 1
PREREQUISITE: MUS 203.
-- Continued development of aural and vocal skills that deal with tonal and temporal relationships.

MUS 205 MUSIC THEORY III
F 3 cr. LEC 3
PREREQUISITE: MUS 106.
-- Study and use of chromatic harmony and counterpoint in the common practice period. Analysis of small forms.

MUS 206 MUSIC THEORY IV
S 3 cr. LEC 3
PREREQUISITE: MUS 205.
-- Analysis and use of homophonic forms and 20th Century techniques.

MUS 210IA MASTERWORKS IN MUSIC
F,S 3 cr. LEC 3
-- Presentation of examples of great music literature to develop informed, perceptive listening and musical understanding.

MUS 212IA 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.

MUS 214IA JAZZ LITERATURE
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.

MUS 220 INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER APPLICATIONS AND RECORDING FOR MUSIC EDUCATION MAJORS
F 2 cr. LEC 1 LAB 1
-- An introduction to computer applications in music, including music notation, marching band and basic music notation, marching band and basic musicianship software programs, as well as audio recording. This course is particularly geared toward music education majors.

MUS 221 RECORDING I
F 3 cr. LEC 2 LAB 1
-- Introduction to, and exploration of, technologies and concepts used to create, record, edit, format, manufacture, reinforce and reproduce audio. Combination of lecture and hands-on learning.

MUS 224 JAZZ ENSEMBLE
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.

MUS 225 ELECTRIC MONSTER LAPTOP ENSEMBLE
S 2 cr. LAB 2.
PREREQUISITE: Permission of instructor required.
-- Performance and study of music making in an ensemble of mainly laptop computers. Computer music programming skills as well as music performance experience desirable.

MUS 230 MIDI SEQUENCING & NOTATION
S 3 cr. LEC 3
PREREQUISITE: MUS 115 or MUS 221, and permission of instructor.
-- Continuation of the MIDI component of Introduction to Digital Music. Composition and music notation, synthesizer programming, constructing an integrated music technology studio, and advanced applications for film and theatre.

MUS 231 LATIN, ENFLISH AND ITALIAN DICTION
S 2 cr. LEC 2
PREREQUISITE: MUS 160 in voice or previous singing experience.
-- Correct pronunciation of Latin, English and Italian for singers using the International Phonetic Alphabet. Study of standard art song, operatic and choral repertoire in Latin, English and Italian.

MUS 235 DICTION: ENGLISH-LATIN
S 2 cr. LEC 2
PREREQUISITE: One of the following: MUS 156 or MUS 160 (voice) is recommended.
-- Correct pronunciation of English and Latin for singers using the International Phonetic Alphabet.

MUS 248IA 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.

MUS 249 ADVANCED KEYBOARD SKILLS: REPERTOIRE
F 1 cr. LAB 1
PREREQUISITE: MUS 151 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.

MUS 250 ADVANCED KEYBOARD SKILLS: ACCOMPANYING
F 1 cr. LAB 1
PREREQUISITE: MUS 151 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.

MUS 251 ADVANCED KEYBOARD SKILLS: OPEN SCORE READING
S 1 cr. LAB 1
PREREQUISITE: MUS 151 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.

MUS 252 ADVANCED KEYBOARD SKILLS: JAZZ
S 1 cr. LAB 1
PREREQUISITE: MUS 151 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.

MUS 253 GUITAR IN CLASS III
F 1 cr. LAB 1
PREREQUISITE: MUS 154.
-- Continued instruction in techniques of chord and classical guitar, music reading, and performance.

MUS 254 GUITAR IN CLASS IV
S 1 cr. LAB 1
PREREQUISITE: MUS 253.
-- Continued instruction in techniques of chord and classical guitar, music reading, and performance.

MUS 260 APPLIED MUSIC II
F,S,Su 1 cr. STU 1 May be repeated, maximum 3 cr.
PREREQUISITE: MUS 160 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.

MUS 280 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.

MUS 289R UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH/CREATIVE ACTIVITY INSTRUCTION
F,S 1-3 cr. RCT may be repeated
-- Classroom instruction associated with directed undergraduate research/creative activity projects.

MUS 290R UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH/CREATIVE ACTIVITY
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.

MUS 303 INSTRUMENTATION
S 2 cr. LEC 1 LAB 1
PREREQUISITE: MUS 206.
-- Training in scoring principles for instrumental ensembles with emphasis on arranging and adapting music for public school programs.

MUS 305 ORCHESTRATION FOR NEW MEDIA
S 2 cr. LEC 1 LAB 1
PREREQUISITE: MTEC majors: MUS 349 and permission of instructor; other majors: permission of instructor only.
-- Study of the full orchestra , its subgroups, and integration of software instruments for orchestrating music in today's music world.

MUS 310 MUSIC HISTORY I: ANTIQUITY THROUGH BAROQUE
S 3 cr. LEC 3
PREREQUISITE: MUS 106.
-- Music as it relates to other arts and humanities from an historical and stylistic perspective. From Antiquity through the Baroque era.

MUS 311 MUSIC HISTORY II: CLASSICAL AND ROMANTIC
F 3 cr. LEC 3
PREREQUISITE: MUS 106.
-- Music as it relates to other arts and humanities from an historical and stylistic perspective. The Classical and Romantic eras.

MUS 312IA 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.

MUS 321 MUSIC HISTORY III: 20TH CENTURY AND JAZZ
S 3 cr. LEC 3
PREREQUISITE: MUS 106 and MUS 310 or MUS 311.
--Music as it relates to other arts and humanities from an historical and stylistic perspective. 20th Century and Jazz.

MUS 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

MUS 324 STUDIO JAZZ LAB
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.

MUS 325 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.

MUS 326 CHORALE
F,S 1 cr. LAB 1 May be repeated, maximum 8 cr.
PREREQUISITE: Successful audition.
-- Advanced choral performance.

MUS 330 OPERA WORKSHOP
F,S 1 cr. LAB 1
PREREQUISITE: Successful audition
-- Advanced training in the performance of opera and musical theater repertoire.

MUS 331 GERMAN AND FRENCH DICTION
F alternate years, to be offered odd years (starting 2011) 2 cr. LEC 2
PREREQUISITE: MUS 231
-- 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.

MUS 335 DICTION & REPERTOIRE: ITALIAN & GERMAN
F alternate years, to be offered odd years 2 cr. LEC 2
PREREQUISITE: MUS 235.
-- Correct pronunciation of Italian and German for singers using the International Phonetic Alphabet. Study of standard art song and operatic repertoire in Italian and German.

MUS 336 DICTION & REPERTOIRE: FRENCH
S alternate years, to be offered even years 2 cr. LEC 2
PREREQUISITE: MUS 235.
-- Correct pronunciation of French for singers using the International Phonetic Alphabet. Study of standard art song and operatic repertoire in French.

MUS 337 INSTRUMENTAL CONDUCTING & REHEARSAL TECHNIQUES
F 2 cr. LEC 1 RCT 1
PREREQUISITE: MUS 204, MUS 206.
-- Basic conducting and instrumental rehearsal techniques, instrumental score study, laboratory experiences.

MUS 338 CHORAL CONDUCTING & REHEARSAL TECHNIQUES
S 2 cr. LEC 1 RCT 1
PREREQUISITE: MUS 337.
-- Basic conducting and choral rehearsal techniques, choral score study, laboratory experiences.

MUS 339 CONDUCTING PRACTICUM
F,S 1 cr. LAB 1
COREQUISITE: MUS 337 (fall) or MUS 338 (spring).
-- Leadership of ensemble, opportunity to apply rehearsal techniques and conducting skills learned in MUS 337 or MUS 338. Experience teaching in small ensemble setting.

MUS 340 MARCHING BAND TECHNIQUES
On Demand 2 cr. LEC 2
PREREQUISITE: MUS 206.
COREQUISITE: MUS 120.
-- Organization, administration, and creative skills necessary for directing a successful public school marching band.

MUS 341 SOUND DESIGN AND SYNTHESIS
F 3 cr. LEC 3
PREREQUISITE: MTEC Major status and MUS 221.
-- Students will explore artistic and scientific applications of recent research in sound, explore artistic and scientific applications of recent research in sound, including software for analysis-resynthesis, noise reduction, cross-synthesis, physical modeling, and accoustical analysis. Links between music composition accoustics, computer science, and multimedia post production are emphasized.

MUS 342 RECORDING II
F 3 cr. LAB 3
PREREQUISITE: MUS 221, formal admission to the MTEC Major, and permission of instructor.
-- An advanced laboratory course in recording and mixing, to include microphone techniques, outboard gear, recording and mixing individual instruments and ensembles, mastering techniques, session management, and business organization.

MUS 347 INTERDISCIPINARY PROJECTS I
F 3 cr. RCT 3
PREREQUISITE: MUS Majors: MUS 115 and consent of instructor. Cross listed with MTA 347
-- For upper-level Film and Music Technology students. Exploration of cross-disciplinary techniques in multimedia art. Individual and collaborative projects with visuals and sound. Overview of the history of audio art, video art and experimental film.

MUS 348 INTERDISCIPINARY PROJECTS II
S 3 cr. RCT 3
PREREQUISITE: MUS Majors: Music Technology major status and permission of instuctor only.
-- Studies the theoretical practice of sound and lighting design for live performances. Students gain hands-on experience for designing and executing light and sound.

MUS 349 FILM SCORING
F 3 cr. LEC 1 LAB 2
PREREQUISITE: MUS 206 and MUS 151 or consent of instructor.
-- The course objective is to provide the student with knowledge and guidance through the various stages of the process of creating original music to accompany a visual medium. While no previous film scoring experience is required, a fundamental background in music theory, keyboard skills, and music technology is preferred.

MUS 350 REAL-TIME COMPUTER MUSIC
S 3 cr. LEC 3
PREREQUISITE: MTech status and permission of instructor required.
-- Study of the real-time interactive computer music programming environment Max/MSP/Jitter. Students will learn standard objects and operational strategies in the program by building small modules and assembling them into larger patches, which then cacilitate compositions and performances.

MUS 351 ACCOMPANYING
F alternate years, to be offered even years 2 cr. RCT 2
PREREQUISITE: MUS 260.
-- Study of repertoire and principles of accompaniment in all style periods. Laboratory experiences include accompanying instrumentalists and vocalists.

MUS 353 IMPROVISATION I
F alternate years, to be offered odd years 2 cr. LEC 1 LAB 1
PREREQUISITE: MUS 105 and MUS 260 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.

MUS 354 IMPROVISATION II
S alternate years, to be offered even years 2 cr. LEC 1 LAB 1
PREREQUISITE: MUS 353.
-- Application of the techniques learned in Improvisation I, continuation of improvisational and creative experiences.

MUS 355 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.

MUS 356 CHAMBER MUSIC ENSEMBLE
F,S 1 cr. LAB 1 May be repeated; maximum 8 cr.
COREQUISITE: MUS 160, MUS 260, MUS 360, MUS 460, 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.

MUS 358 PARKENING OBSERVATION
Su 1 cr. IND 1 Maximum 4 cr.
PREREQUISITE: MUS 160.
-- Guided observation and critique of Parkening Master Class.

MUS 360 APPLIED MUSIC III
F,S,Su 1-2 cr. STU 1 May be repeated, Maximum 3 cr.
PREREQUISITE: MUS 260 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.

MUS 400 SEMINAR
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.

MUS 405R SENIOR PROJECT
F 3 cr. LEC 2, SEM 1
PREREQUISITE: MUS 206, MUS 310 AND 311
-- Senior capstone course. Synthesis of historical, stylistic, and theoretical concepts and performance. Analysis and study of exemplary compositions. Public performance or other presentation and research paper based on an important work.

MUS 406 COMPOSITION
F,S,Su on demand 1 - 3 cr. TUT 1 IND 1-2 May be repeated; maximum 6 cr.
PREREQUISITE: MUS 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 .

MUS 407 COUNTERPOINT
S alternate years, to be offered even years 3 cr. LEC 3
PREREQUISITE: MUS 206.
-- Study and practice of the techniques of writing two- and three-voice counterpoint. 16th, 18th, and 20th-Century styles.

MUS 408 ANALYSIS
S alternate years, to be offered odd years 3 cr. LEC 3
PREREQUISITE: MUS 206.
-- Advanced analysis and in depth study of selected and representative works from specific categories, such as chamber, orchestral, vocal, or choral music.

MUS 420 MSU 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.

MUS 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.

MUS 428 GAMELAN
F,S 1 cr. LAB 1
PREREQUISITE: MUS 105 or MUS 312 and consent of instructor.
-- 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.

MUS 437 INSTRUMENTAL FIELD EXPERIENCE
S 1 cr. LAB 1
COREQUISITE: MUS 446.
-- A field experience in secondary (grades 5-12) instrumental music situations prior to student teaching. Observations, interviews, and brief teaching experiences with music ensembles at the secondary level.

MUS 439 CHORAL FIELD EXPERIENCE
F 1 cr. LAB 1
COREQUISITE: MUS 449
-- A field experience in secondary (grades 5-12) choral music situations prior to student teaching. Observations, interviews, and brief teaching experiences with music ensembles at the secondary level.

MUS 440 INSTRUMENTAL PEDAGOGY & LITERATURE
F,S and on demand 2 cr. LEC 1 IND 1
PREREQUISITE: Junior standing, MUS 260.
-- 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.

MUS 442 VOCAL PEDAGOGY & LITERATURE
S 2 cr. LEC 1 LAB 1
PREREQUISITE: Junior standing, and one of the following: MUS 156 or MUS 260 and MUS 250.
-- Vocal pedagogy, teaching techniques, and literature.

MUS 443 PIANO PEDAGOGY
F alternate years, to be offered odd years 2 cr. LEC 2
PREREQUISITE: Junior standing and MUS 260.
-- 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.

MUS 444 PIANO LITERATURE
S alternate years, to be offered even years 2 cr. LEC 1 LAB 1
PREREQUISITE: MUS 443.
-- Study of historical keyboard instruments and literature from the 1600s to the present.

MUS 445 EXPERIENCE STUDIO TEACHING
F,S 2 cr. IND 2 May be repeated, Maximum 4 cr.
PREREQUISITE: Senior standing and one of the following: MUS 440, MUS 442, MUS 444.
-- Supervised teaching in student's performance area.

MUS 446 INSTRUMENTAL METHODS & LITERATURE
S 3 cr. LEC 3
PREREQUISITE: MUS 337, MUS 206, MUS 251.
COREQUISITE: MUS 437.
-- Rehearsal techniques, materials, literature, strategies for classroom management and the administration of the instrumental program for the middle school band and orchestra teacher.

MUS 449 CHORAL METHODS & LITERATURE
F 3 cr. LEC 3
PREREQUISITE: MUS 338, MUS 206, MUS 251.
COREQUISITE: MUS 439.
-- Rehearsal techniques, materials, literature, strategies for classroom management and the administration of the choral program for the middle school and high school choral instructor.

MUS 450 RECITAL
F,S,Su 1 cr. IND 1 May be repeated.
COREQUISITE: MUS 360 or MUS 460.
-- Selection of appropriate program of works suited to student's abilities, preparation for performance.

MUS 458 GUITAR MASTER CLASS
Su and on demand 1 cr. IND 1
PREREQUISITE: MUS 260 (Guitar).
-- Pedagogical and performance techniques in classical guitar.

MUS 460 APPLIED MUSIC IV
F,S,Su 1-2 cr. STU 1 May be repeated; maximum 3 cr.
PREREQUISITE: MUS 360 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.

MUS 470 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.

MUS 476 INTERNSHIP
On Demand 2 - 6 cr. IND Maximum 12 cr.
PREREQUISITE: Consent of instructor.
-- An individualized assignment arranged with an agency, business, or other organization to provide guided experience in the field.

MUS 480 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.

MUS 489R UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH/CREATIVE ACTIVITY INSTRUCTION
F,S,Su 1 - 2 cr. RCT May be repeated. Max 4 cr.
COREQUISITE: MUS 490.
-- Classroom instruction associated with directed undergraduate research/creative activity projects.

MUS 490R UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH/CREATIVE ACTIVITY
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.

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