Catalog 2013-2014

MUS - Music

MUS 100 Music Fundamentals

Covers basic music reading, theory and terminology, including beginning keyboard, vocal and aural skills.

Credit Hours: 3
(A)

MUS 102 Music for Life

A survey of Western musical thought and the history and evolution of musical forms and styles. Requires attendance at selected recitals on campus.

Credit Hours: 3
(W) (A)

MUS 103 Music Literature

Surveys the historical style-periods of music, emphasizing musical style characteristics and the development of critical listening skills. Highlights exemplary works of master composers.

Credit Hours: 1

Prerequisites

Music majors and minors only.

MUS 105 Basic Guitar Class

Elementary lessons in guitar, including music reading and basic instrument techniques.

Credit Hours: 1
(A)

MUS 108 Recording and Electronic Music I

Techniques for creating sound and music for electronic media. Emphasis is on software-based recording, synthesis and sequencing. Course includes studio projects for developing aural perception and creativity, understanding principles of acoustics and acquiring basic audio production skills. Background on electronic music history, aesthetics and literature is provided.

Credit Hours: 3
(A)

MUS 109 Recording and Electronic Music II

A continuing exploration of contemporary electronic music, multi-track recording techniques and the convergence of electronic music with other media in the digital era. Focus is on creative work and studio recording. Survey of contemporary electronic music aesthetics and literature is provided.

Credit Hours: 3
(A)

Prerequisites

MUS 108 or consent of instructor.

MUS 110 Piano Class I

Elementary group lessons in piano for the beginner, given in the electronic piano lab.

Credit Hours: 1
(A)

MUS 111 Piano Class II

Post-elementary group lessons in piano. Scales, cadences and sight-reading skills are emphasized. Individualized piano study programs are designed for maximum growth using the electronic piano lab.

Credit Hours: 1
(A)

Prerequisites

MUS 110 or equivalent.

MUS 112 Aural Skills I

An introduction to sight singing and ear training techniques that is focused on developing the student’s ability to perform and transcribe simple rhythms, scales, intervals, chords, melodies and scale degree patterns.

Credit Hours: 2
(A)

Prerequisites

C or better in MUS 100 or a satisfactory score on the music department's Music Theory and Aural Skills Placement Exam.

MUS 113 Aural Skills II

A continuation of MUS 112 through sight singing and ear training techniques that is focused on further developing the student’s ability to perform and transcribe more complex rhythms, scales, intervals, chords, melodies and scale degree patterns.

Credit Hours: 2
(A)

Prerequisites

C or better in MUS 112 or an equivalent course, or a score of 3 or better on the aural subscore of the AP Music Theory Exam.

MUS 114 Voice Class I

Foundations of solo vocal technique and interpretation, song-learning and stage deportment. Taught in a group environment, lectures and discussions are combined with solo and group singing. Requires attendance at select recitals on campus.

Credit Hours: 2
(A)

MUS 115 Voice Class II

Continuation of the solo vocal techniques and skills introduced in Voice Class I. Taught in a group environment, lecture/discussion sessions are combined with a strong emphasis on solo singing. Requires attendance at select recitals on campus. May be repeated for credit.

Credit Hours: 2
(A)

Prerequisites

MUS 114 or permission of instructor.

MUS 116 Basic Guitar Class II

Continuation of Basic Guitar Class I. Taught in a group environment, lecture/discussion sessions are combined with a strong emphasis on solo and chamber playing. This course may be repeated for credit.

Credit Hours: 1
(A)

Prerequisites

MUS 105.

MUS 117 Musicianship for Performing Arts I

Sight-singing and piano skills tailored to the needs of performing arts majors.

Credit Hours: 1
(A)

Corequisites

MUS 127.

MUS 118 Musicianship for Performing Arts II

Sight-singing and piano skills tailored to the needs of performing arts majors.

Credit Hours: 1
(A)

Prerequisites

MUS 117.

Corequisites

MUS 128.

MUS 122 Music Theory I

An introduction to the study of Western music theory, including elements of pitch, rhythm, harmony, diatonic chord function and nonchord tones

Credit Hours: 2
(A)

Prerequisites

C or better in MUS 100 or a satisfactory score on the music department's Music Theory and Aural Skills Placement Test.

MUS 123 Music Theory II

A continuation of MUS 122 designed to provide an in-depth study of diatonic chord function, harmonic progression, nonchord tones, principals of counterpoint and voice leading, part writing, phrase structure and form.

Credit Hours: 2
(A)

Prerequisites

C or better in MUS 122 or an equivalent course, or a score of 3 or better on the nonaural subscore of the AP Music Theory Exam.

MUS 124 Vocal Diction and Literature

A fundamental course designed to acquaint the student singer with IPA (International Phonetic Alphabet), the correct pronunciation of Italian, French and German consonants and vowels, the diction rules of these languages, and the necessary practical application and performance and research of standard vocal literature.

Credit Hours: 2

Prerequisites

Music majors, music minors and musical theatre majors only.

MUS 127 Music Theory for Performing Arts I

Theoretical music fundamentals tailored to the needs of performing arts majors.

Credit Hours: 3
(A)

Corequisites

MUS 117.

MUS 128 Music Theory for Performing Arts II

Theoretical music fundamentals tailored to the needs of performing arts majors.

Credit Hours: 3
(A)

Prerequisites

MUS 127.

Corequisites

MUS 118.

MUS 135 Alexander Technique for Musicians

An introduction to the Alexander Technique designed to help singers and instrumentalists discover and gradually eliminate harmful patterns in the use of their bodies, and to develop better use that facilitates coordination, efficiency, increased energy and injury prevention.

Credit Hours: 1

Prerequisites

Music majors only or permission of instructor.

MUS 147-175 Studio Lessons

Audition or instructor permission required. Intended for intermediate-level study only (beginning instruction is available in group settings for classical guitar, piano and voice). 100-level Studio Lessons (1-credit, 25-minute weekly lessons) are for students besides music majors and minors who are participating in UT music ensembles, and for music majors and minors taking studio lessons in secondary performance areas. 100-level lessons do not satisfy the Studio Lessons requirements in the primary performance area for music majors and may apply for up to only 2 credit hours of applied music study toward a music minor. Studio Lessons courses may be repeated for credit.


147 Organ (1)

149 Harpsichord (1)

150 Piano (1)

151 Voice (1)

152 Flute (1)

153 Oboe (1)

154 Clarinet (1)

155 Bassoon (1)

156 Saxophone (1)

157 Trumpet (1)

158 French Horn (1)

159 Trombone (1)

160 Baritone (1)

161 Tuba (1)

162 Percussion (1)

163 Violin (1)

164 Viola (1)

165 Cello (1)

166 String Bass (1)

167 Classical Guitar (1)

171 Harp (1)

172 Contemporary Guitar (1)

173 Contemporary Keyboard (1)

174 Contemporary Bass (1)

175 Contemporary Percussion (1)



Credit Hours: 1
(A)

Prerequisites

Music major/minor in secondary applied area, or permission of instructor.

Corequisites

MUS 269 and enrollment in a music department ensemble related to the performance area of the Studio Lessons.

MUS 191 World Music

An examination of the cultures of various countries and societies through their music and their musical practices. May be used to fulfill international/global or non-Western Baccalaureate Experience requirements.

Credit Hours: 3
(IG) (NW) (A)

MUS 192 World Music Drumming Ensemble

A studio/performance-oriented course in which students learn percussion/vocal music from other cultures and non-Western musical traditions. May be repeated for a maximum of 8 credit hours. If taken for three or more semesters, the combined credit (a minimum of 3 credits) may satisfy one humanities/fine arts course in the core curriculum. Open to all University students without audition.

Credit Hours: 0-1
(A)

MUS 195 Introduction to Jazz

An in-depth perspective of jazz through an analysis of its history, styles and prominent artists; the influence of jazz on popular music genres; and the confluence of jazz and American culture. Students will develop their critical thinking skills and knowledge of jazz by learning how to write through the mode of an aesthetic critique, in a scholarly and professional manner.

Credit Hours: 3
(W) (A)

MUS 200 Jazz Improvisation I

Jazz improvisation I is designed for the beginning improviser to learn basic theory and style related to jazz, and to apply that through personal creativity to transcribe, develop and perform improvised solos.

Credit Hours: 1

Prerequisites

Music major, music minor or permission of instructor; students must be able to read standard music notation, and must display a basic level of technical proficiency on their instrument or voice.

MUS 201 Jazz Improvisation II

Jazz Improvisation II is designed for the experienced improviser to learn more advanced jazz theory, and to apply it to improvising over more complex chord progressions.

Credit Hours: 1
(A)

Prerequisites

MUS 200 with a grade of C or better

MUS 205 Intro to Music Education

An introduction to music teaching and learning (K-12).

Credit Hours: 3

Prerequisites

Music education majors only.

MUS 208 Topics in Music

Topic varies as announced in the class schedule. May be repeated if content is different.

Credit Hours: 1-3

MUS 209 Field Experience Seminar

This course is taken by music education majors each semester for coordination and documentation of field experiences of all levels/types connected with music techniques, conducting, methods and final internship courses.

Credit Hours: 0

Prerequisites

Music Education majors only.

MUS 210 Concert Recording Practicum

Through a hands-on approach, students learn the art and science of high-fidelity recording for live, acoustic music. Content includes principles of microphone selection/placement, sound diffusion and effective procedures for editing, mastering and music archival. Course requires the student to record a minimum number of events (event schedule announced on the first day of class).
Credit Hours: 2

MUS 211 Piano Class III

Early intermediate piano skills and repertoire designed to train the student for the Piano Proficiency Examination required for the Bachelor of Music in music education, and the Bachelor of Music in music performance degrees. Memorizing a solo, scales, cadences, harmonizing folk songs, rhythm-reading skills and sight-reading are included. May be repeated once for credit.

Credit Hours: 1
(A)

Prerequisites

MUS 111 or equivalent.

MUS 212 Aural Skills III

A continuation of MUS 113 through sight singing and ear training techniques that is focused on further developing the student’s ability to perform and transcribe more complex rhythms, scales, intervals, chords, melodies and scale degree patterns.  Material includes increased use of chromaticism and modulation.

Credit Hours: 2
(A)

Prerequisites

C or better in MUS 113 or equivalent course, or a score of 5 on the aural subscore of the AP Music Theory Exam.

MUS 213 Aural Skills IV

A continuation of MUS 212 through sight singing and ear training techniques that is focused on developing the student’s ability to perform and transcribe advanced rhythms, scales, intervals, chords, melodies and scale degree patterns.  Material includes increased use of compositional techniques since 1900.

Credit Hours: 2
(A)

Prerequisites

C or better in MUS 212 or an equivalent course.

MUS 215 Basic Conducting

Through this course the student will develop basic baton technique and score reading skills for choral and instrumental conducting.  The format will be a combination of lecture and laboratory experiences in which students will conduct and perform for each other.

Credit Hours: 2

Prerequisites

Music majors only or permission of instructor.

MUS 217 Musicianship for Performing Arts III

Upper-intermediate sight-singing and piano skills tailored to the needs of performing arts majors.

Credit Hours: 1
(A)

Prerequisites

MUS 117, MUS 127, MUS 118, MUS 128.

MUS 220 Music for Dance

This course is designed to give both the dancer and the choreographer the necessary tools to realize their musical needs, as well as to learn how to communicate those needs to musicians. These tools can be divided into two categories: music fundamentals and music appreciation. Students also explore ethical issues in the reproduction and use of recorded music in the studio and on the stage.

Credit Hours: 3
(A)

MUS 222 Music Theory III

A continuation of MUS 123 that explores vocabulary and conceptual frameworks for the analysis of 19th century, Romantic-style music, including the analysis of formal structures, chromatic harmony, modulation, enharmonicism and the acquisition of idiomatic compositional technique through practice and performance.

Credit Hours: 2
(A)

Prerequisites

C or better in MUS 123 or an equivalent course, or a score of 5 on the nonaural subscore of the AP Music Theory Exam

MUS 223 Music Theory IV

A continuation of MUS 222 that explores the divergent theories and aesthetics of Western music since 1900, with an emphasis on the acquisition of idiomatic compositional technique through analysis, practice, and performance.

Credit Hours: 2
(A)

Prerequisites

C or better in MUS 222 or an equivalent course.

MUS 224 Pedagogy

A study of pedagogical techniques for teaching studio lessons on the elementary and intermediate levels. Techniques include teaching in traditional style and new approaches using piano labs, recordings, compact discs, computers and MIDI accompaniments. Required for performance majors.

Credit Hours: 2
(A)

MUS 225 Voice Techniques

A fundamental study of vocal techniques, pedagogy and repertoire intended for Music Education and Music Performance majors.

Credit Hours: 1
(A)

Prerequisites

Music majors only.

MUS 226 String Techniques

A fundamental study of string techniques, pedagogy and repertoire intended for Music Education and Music Performance majors.
Credit Hours: 1
(A)

Prerequisites

Music majors only.

MUS 228 Brass Techniques

A fundamental study of brass techniques, pedagogy and repertoire intended for Music Education and Music Performance majors.
Credit Hours: 1
(A)

Prerequisites

Music majors only.

MUS 229 Percussion Techniques

A fundamental study of percussion techniques, pedagogy and repertoire intended for Music Education and Music Performance majors.

Credit Hours: 1
(A)

Prerequisites

Music majors only.

MUS 230 Woodwind Techniques I: Single Reeds

A fundamental study of clarinet and saxophone techniques, pedagogy and repertoire intended for Music Education and Music Performance majors.

Credit Hours: 1

Prerequisites

Music majors only.

MUS 231 Woodwind Techniques II: Double Reeds and Flute

A fundamental study of flute, oboe and bassoon techniques, pedagogy and repertoire intended for Music Education and Music Performance majors.

Credit Hours: 1

Prerequisites

Music majors only.

MUS 232 Guitar Techniques

A fundamental study of guitar techniques, pedagogy and repertoire intended for Music Education and Music Performance majors.

Credit Hours: 1

Prerequisites

Music majors only.

MUS 238 Music Theater Workshop

Studio/performance-oriented class focusing on musical preparation, analysis of scene/dramatic structure, incorporation of musical staging/blocking/choreography, and the development of performance techniques.

Credit Hours: 1
(A)

MUS 241 Musical Production Participation

Provides practical onstage or technical/backstage experience in musical theater production. Requires audition, interview, or permission of instructor. May be repeated for credit. May be used to fulfill performance credit(s) requirement of the major in performing arts.

Credit Hours: 0-1
(A)

Prerequisites

Audition, interview, or permission of instructor required.

MUS 242 Career Development and Audition Seminar

A practicum course for performing arts majors. Studio class focusing on audition preparation for the musical theater, as well as emphasizing the business techniques required for a career in the performing arts.

Credit Hours: 3

Prerequisites

Performing Arts majors only, or permission of instructor.

MUS 243 Performance Internship

For performing arts majors. Students are auditioned for placement in performance or theater-technical internships with local entertainment organizations. Special off-campus arrangements can be made with permission of the co-directors of the performing arts (musical theatre) program.

Credit Hours: 1

Prerequisites

Junior or senior standing. Musical theatre majors only.

MUS 245 Special Project in Music

Credit Hours: 1
(A)

Prerequisites

consent of project director.

MUS 246 Camerata

A small, select, chamber choir of women's voices. The ensemble performs a variety of challenging choral literature from all style periods, appropriate for a collegiate level women's chamber choir.

Credit Hours: 0-1
(A)

Prerequisites

Audition or instructor permission required.

MUS 247-267 Studio Lessons

200-level studio lessons are for music majors or minors, and musical theatre majors studying in their primary performance area only. May be taken for 1 credit hour (25-minute weekly lessons), or 2 credit hours (50-minute weekly lessons). (Organ may be taken for 2 credit hours only.) Music majors usually study for 2 credit hours. Studio lessons courses may be repeated for credit.

 

247 Organ (2)

249 Harpsichord (1,2)

250 Piano (1,2)

251 Voice (1,2)

252 Flute (1,2)

253 Oboe (1,2)

254 Clarinet (1,2)

255 Bassoon (1,2)

256 Saxophone (1,2)

257 Trumpet (1,2)

258 French Horn (1,2)

259 Trombone (1,2)

260 Baritone (1,2)

261 Tuba (1,2)

262 Percussion (1,2)

263 Violin (1,2)

264 Viola (1,2)

265 Cello (1,2)

266 String Bass (1,2)

267 Classical Guitar (1,2)

271 Harp (1,2)

Credit Hours: 1-2
(A)

Prerequisites

Music major/minor. Musical theatre major in primary applied area only.

Corequisites

MUS 269 Recital/Concert Attendance and enrollment in a music department ensemble related to the performance area of the studio lessons.

MUS 269 Recital/Concert Attendance

All students enrolled in Studio Lessons (MUS 147-175, 247-268, and 271-275) are required to be concurrently enrolled in MUS 269. This essential course provides an opportunity for students to develop their musicality and solo performance skills by performing for an audience of their peers. Students enrolled in Studio Lessons must attend 10 Department of Music-sponsored events as an audience member (not a performer). Specific requirements for concert attendance appear in the MUS 269 course syllabus.

Credit Hours: 0

MUS 270 Composition

May be repeated for additional credit. Taught as a studio lesson, this course guides the student in the acquisition of technique and aesthetic considerations for music composition through creative work and compositional exercises. Students may enroll for 1 credit hour (25-minute weekly lesson), or 2 credit hours (50-minute weekly lesson). Course requirements vary, depending on the number of credit hours being taken.  Students enrolled for 2 credit hours are expected to bring new work in progress to each lesson, and have a performance of at least one completed work presented in public during each semester of enrollment.

Credit Hours: 1-2
(A)

Prerequisites

MUS 123 or permission of instructor

MUS 271-275 Studio Lessons

200-level Studio Lessons are for music majors or minors, and musical theatre majors studying in their primary performance area only. May be taken for 1 credit hour (25-minute weekly lessons), or 2 credit hours (50-minute weekly lessons). (Organ may be taken for 2 credit hours only.) Music majors usually study for 2 credit hours. Studio Lessons courses may be repeated for credit.

 

271 Harp (1, 2)

272 Contemporary Guitar (1,2)

273 Contemporary Piano (1,2)

274 Contemporary Bass (1,2)

275 Contemporary Percussion (1,2)

Credit Hours: 1-2
(A)

Prerequisites

Music major/minor, musical theatre major in primary applied area only.

Corequisites

MUS 269 Recital/Concert Attendance and enrollment in a music department ensemble related to the performance area of the Studio Lessons.

MUS 289 Orchestra

A studio/performance-oriented course. A large ensemble of strings, woodwind, brass and percussion instruments that performs two or three times each semester, both on and off campus. The repertoire consists of major works, overtures, historical, contemporary and popular literature for orchestra and variable-sized ensembles. Auditions are held at the beginning of the fall and spring terms.

Credit Hours: 0-1
(A)

MUS 290 Spartan Band

A studio/performance-oriented course. Spartan Band is open to all students with instrumental music experience. The Spartan Band performs a repertoire of up-tempo popular and jazz tunes at a variety of University and community events.

Credit Hours: 0-1
(A)

MUS 291 Wind Ensemble

A studio/performance-oriented course. A large ensemble of woodwind, brass and percussion instruments that performs several times each semester, both on and off campus. The repertoire consists of major works, overtures, historical, contemporary and popular literature for band and variable-sized ensembles. Auditions are held at the beginning of the fall and spring terms.

Credit Hours: 0-1
(A)

MUS 292 Jazz Ensemble

A studio/performance-oriented course. A big band of saxophones, trumpets, trombones and rhythm section with repertoire from traditional swing charts to contemporary jazz. The UT Jazz Ensemble performs two or three times each semester. Auditions are held at the beginning of the fall and spring terms.

Credit Hours: 0-1
(A)

MUS 293 Chamber Singers

 

An auditioned chamber choir of mixed voices.  The University Chamber Singers gives several performances each semester.  Chamber Singers will travel regularly and serve the needs of the University and surrounding communities.  The repertoire, specifically suited for a select, collegiate-level chamber choir, will consist of varied and advanced choral music of all styles and genres.

 

Credit Hours: 0-1
(A)

MUS 294 Opus

A small, auditioned vocal ensemble of mixed voices. Membership is understood to be a yearlong commitment. The repertoire is drawn primarily from musical theater. Opus performs a major concert each semester. This ensemble is also frequently asked to perform for many University functions on campus as well as other venues in the Tampa Bay area.

Credit Hours: 0-1
(A)

MUS 295 Women's Glee Club

A chorus of women who sing a varied repertoire in one to three parts.

Credit Hours: 0-1
(A)

MUS 297 Men's Glee Club

The University of Tampa Men's Glee Club is an open-enrollment vocal ensemble for all tenors and basses. Students who have an interest in singing, regardless of major, are invited to enroll without audition. The UT Men's Glee will perform one or two concerts per semester. The course will focus on development of healthy vocal technique, sight-reading skills, and performance skills.

Credit Hours: 0-1

MUS 301 Interactive Arts Ensemble

IAE is a performance-driven creative workshop for physical interaction design, real-time video art, experimental musical instrument building, laptop ensembles, mobile phone orchestras, and creative repurposing of technology for interdisciplinary performance. Open to technophiles from any major who wish to experiment, create, and perform.

Credit Hours: 0-1
(A)

MUS 302 Jazz Combo

A studio/performance-oriented course, this is a combo (small) ensemble of mixed instruments. Students will study and perform music in various contemporary styles such as rock, swing, rhythm and blues, traditional jazz, fusion jazz and world music-influenced styles. Rehearsals will focus on the preparation of music repertoire pertaining to the performance genres to which the combo is dedicated (to be determined collaboratively by faculty and students) as well as issues related to the business of music and freelance music performance.  

Credit Hours: 0-1

Prerequisites

Permission of instructor.

MUS 303 Studio Production Ensemble

The studio production ensemble is simultaneously a music performance ensemble, creative workshop, and a sound recording class for learning recording studio techniques.  Using an experiential approach, students rotate through various production roles to create music in a digital multi-track environment.  This course is intended for students who have an interest in working as a recording artist, studio musician, engineer, composer, arranger, or producer.  No audition is required, but students should be able to read music, play an instrument and or sing.

Credit Hours: 0-1
(A)

Prerequisites

MUS 108 or equivalent, or permission of instructor

MUS 307 Opera Workshop

Opera Workshop is an auditioned ensemble. It is open to vocal performance majors and students enrolled in voice lessons during the semester. Individuals will perform in staged ensemble scenes representing various style periods, which will be assigned according to students' voice type and technical ability.

Credit Hours: 0-1
(A)

MUS 309 Performance Class

A studio/performance-oriented course. Students study and rehearse solo and small ensemble literature for their instruments. Required performance on monthly student recitals. Master classes with studio teachers may be included. Annual spring concert.

Credit Hours: 0-1
(A)

MUS 310 String Ensemble

A studio/performance-oriented course.

Credit Hours: 0-1
(A)

MUS 311 Classical Guitar Ensemble

A studio/performance-oriented course.

Credit Hours: 0-1
(A)

MUS 312 Woodwind Ensemble

A studio/performance-oriented course.

Credit Hours: 0-1
(A)

MUS 313 Brass Ensemble

A studio/performance-oriented course.

Credit Hours: 0-1
(A)

MUS 314 Percussion Ensemble

A studio/performance-oriented course.

Credit Hours: 0-1
(A)

MUS 315 Choral Conducting

A study of basic conducting techniques with practical application to choral ensembles.

Credit Hours: 3
(A)

Prerequisites

MUS 215

MUS 316 Instrumental Conducting

A study of basic conducting techniques with practical application to instrumental ensembles.

Credit Hours: 3
(A)

Prerequisites

MUS 215

MUS 323 Arranging and Orchestration

A study of how to effectively write music for acoustic instruments and voices. Includes discussion of arranging techniques such as composing introductions and transitions, chord voicing, reharmonization, and textural transcription.

Credit Hours: 2
(A)

Prerequisites

MUS 123

MUS 346 Junior Recital

A studio/performance-oriented course with required preview. All repertoire must be approved and coached by the studio instructor. See the UT Music Student Handbook for details. Students may enroll for zero credit if they are enrolled in 18 or more credit hours.

Credit Hours: 0-1

Corequisites

Applied music study in the primary instrument/voice used for the recital.

MUS 380 Music History Survey I: Antiquity, Middle Ages, Renaissance and Baroque

A historical survey of Western musical tradition from the earliest known sources through the late Baroque (up to 1750). The overall objective is for the student to gain an understanding of basic developments in Western music from the beginnings in Ancient Greece, Rome, and Mesopotamia through the Baroque period. The course will include the study of both sacred and secular music in various genres and will place great emphasis on listening. The course is also designed to increase the students’ critical thinking skills and ability to write effectively about the aesthetics of Western music.

Credit Hours: 3
(A) (W)

Prerequisites

MUS 103 or equivalent. Music majors only or permission of instructor.

MUS 381 Music History Survey II: 18th Century Classical Period and 19th Century Romanticism

A historical survey of Western musical tradition from the second half of the 18th century through the end of the 19th century. This course traces the development of Western music, both sacred and secular music in various genres, in the Classical and Romantic periods.  The course will place great emphasis on listening and study of music scores.  The course is also designed to increase the students’ critical thinking skills and ability to write effectively about the aesthetics of Western music.

Credit Hours: 3
(A) (W)

Prerequisites

MUS 103 or equivalent. Music majors only or permission of the instructor.

MUS 390 Reading and Teaching Music - Elementary

A specialized music course that focuses on strategies, materials, and best-practice activities for teaching reading and fundamentals of elementary music.  Features demonstrations with class participation in singing and use of rhythmic and pre-orchestral instruments.  Requires observation and teaching in elementary schools.

Credit Hours: 3

Prerequisites

Music Education majors only.

MUS 391 Music Class Management and Diversity

This course emphasizes strategies for music classroom management through best practices in organization, lesson planning and pacing, record keeping, informal and formal assessments based on federal and state guidelines, parent conferences, behavior modification, crisis prevention and intervention, as well as a review of professional ethics, school law and its implications for teachers.  Learning problems and needs of exceptional children (ESL, special education, diverse cultures, gifted) are included with appropriate teaching methodology.

Credit Hours: 3

Prerequisites

Music Education majors only.

MUS 446 Senior Recital/Showcase

A studio/performance course with required preview. All repertoire must be approved and coached by the studio instructor. See the UT Music Student Handbook for details. Students may enroll for zero credit if they are enrolled in 18 or more credit hours.

Credit Hours: 0-1

Corequisites

Applied music study in the primary instrument/voice used for the recital.

MUS 450 Advanced Project in Music Theory

Guided readings, research and writings, culminating in a paper. May require a composition at the instructor's discretion. Also includes some supervised teaching of basic musicianship studies.

Credit Hours: 2

MUS 480 Music History Survey III: 1900 to Present Day

A historical survey of Western musical tradition from 1900 to the present. This course traces the development of Western music, both sacred and secular music since 1900.  This course will emphasize listening and study of music scores.

Credit Hours: 2
(A)

Prerequisites

MUS 103 or equivalent. Music majors only or permission of instructor.

MUS 490 Music Instruction and Assessment

A specialized methods course for Music Education majors.  Topics include secondary music teaching and assessment methods, curriculum materials, and planning for/management of band, choral, and orchestral programs.

Credit Hours: 3

Prerequisites

Music Education majors only.

MUS 491 Music Internship 1 - Grades 1-8 (Elementary)

Culminating elementary-level field experience for Music Education majors. Provides progressive instructional responsibilities and opportunities for the application of content and professional knowledge as a music educator in Florida public schools. Interns are assigned to an elementary school for a half-day (time and number of periods varies by school to which assigned). This course may be taken concurrently with other UT courses. When taken concurrently with MUS 492 - Music Internship 2, these two courses combine for full-time enrollment status at the University.
Credit Hours: 6

Prerequisites

Music Education majors with senior standing and permission on instructor.

MUS 492 Music Internship 2 - Grades 6-12 (Secondary)

Culminating secondary-level field experience for Music Education majors. Provides progressive instructional responsibilities and opportunities for the application of content and professional knowledge as a music educator in Florida public schools. Interns are assigned to a secondary school for a half-day (time and number of periods varies by school to which assigned). This course may be taken concurrently with other UT courses. When taken concurrently with MUS 491 – Music Internship 1, these two courses combine for full-time enrollment status at the University.

Credit Hours: 6

Prerequisites

Music Education majors with senior standing and permission of instructor.

MUS 499 Senior Project in Music

Variable topics. Instructor and chair approval required.

Credit Hours: 3