Production of a musical play; special attention will be given to singing, acting, set work, props, sound reinforcement, and lighting.  Auditions for speaking and singing roles will be announced in Read More »

Continuation of principles of key relationships, intervals, triads and improvement of sight reading musical notations. All aspects of rhythmic and melodic structure are studied and practiced. Prerequisites: MUS 235 – Music Read More »

Continuation of principles of key relationships, intervals, triads and improvement of sight reading musical notation. All aspects of rhythmic and melodic structure are studied and practiced. Prerequisites: MUS 136 – Music Read More »

Continuation of Music Harmony principles from Music Theory III, including all modulations, form and analysis, Augmented 6th chords, Neapolitan chords, mode mixture, and 19th & 20th century music.

Continuation of MUS 121 including the study of advanced triadic structure and synthetic scales. Emphasis on analysis.

Studies the elements and history of jazz music with concentration on critical listening skills. Includes a review of jazz history, styles, genres, form and content, composers, and social and historical Read More »

History of American Music examines musical development in the United States. This course will study the elements and history of American music with concentration on critical listening skills. Includes a Read More »

Teaches improvisation through various musical styles through combo or small group ensemble. Teaches students the art of instant composition.

Ensemble rehearsal of a wide variety of handbell music and study of the techniques of proper handbell ringing. Auditions are held at the beginning of the fall and spring semesters.

Rehearsal and performance of selected percussion works with concerts and special occasion performances. Open auditions. May be repeated for credit.