Course Descriptions

MUS 232 - Recording Techniques II

1. Demonstrate intermediate practical aspects of audio recording.
2. Utilize intermediate theoretical aspects of audio recording.
3. Demonstrate good recording skills.
4. Utilize proper studio etiquette and skills.
5. Record projects suited for their skill level.

MUS 239 - Virtual Studio Technology

1. Name basic features and functions of Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) hardware and software.
2. Describe how to use basic features of DAW hardware and software.
3. Explain how to use DAWs in the creation of music.
4. Demonstrate a comprehension of DAW MIDI features.
5. Operate a DAW for basic to intermediate music recordings utilizing both MIDI and audio.

MUS 240 - Virtual Studio Technology II

1. Distinguish features and functions of Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) hardware and software.
2. Incorporate intermediate to advanced features of DAW hardware and software.
3. Combine all DAW features for the creation of music.
4. Manage DAW MIDI features.
5. Setup a DAW for intermediate to advanced music recordings utilizing both MIDI and audio.
6. Evaluate techniques and strategies for signal routing and mixing using a DAW.

MUS 251 - Jazz Fundamentals I

1. Name and write the various modes based on the major, harmonic minor, and melodic minor scales.
2. Employ the principles of chord substitution.
3. Name and write chords and scales to a high degree of sophistication.
4. Know the principles of four- and five-part harmony.

MUS 255 - Jazz Keyboard Techniques I

1. Demonstrate skills necessary for performance of pop, jazz, and contemporary piano styles.
2. Perform exercises and literature appropriate for their skill level.

MUS 256 - Jazz Keyboard Techniques II

1. Demonstrate skills necessary for performance of pop, jazz and contemporary piano styles.
2. Perform exercises and literature appropriate for their skill level.

MUS 260 - Studio Session Procedures

1. Ascertain elements and plan for elements relating to recording session logistics and budgeting.
2. Incorporate practical recording skills and studio etiquette.
3. Independently manage recording sessions involving several musicians.
4. Complete a finished commercial-level audio recording.

MUS 262 - Progressive R&B Music Production

1. Identify and explain fundamental musical elements in Progressive R&B Music styles.
2. Explain principles and use of primary hardware and software used in this genre’s production.
3. Incorporate knowledge of course recording equipment into practical use.
4. Plan and complete a finished commercial-level audio recording in this genre.

MUS 264 - Ableton Live

1. Assess detailed features and functions of common computer music hardware and software.
2. Operate intermediate to complex features of Ableton Live computer music hardware and software.
3. Assess how to use Ableton Live in the creation of music.
4. Create MIDI music recordings using hardware and software together.
5. Setup a computer for music recording using Ableton Live.

MUS 268 - Apple Logic

1. Assess detailed features and functions of common computer music hardware and software.
2. Operate intermediate to complex features of Apple Logic computer music hardware and software.
3. Assess how to use Apple Logic in the creation of music.
4. Create MIDI music recordings using hardware and software together.
5. Setup a computer for music recording using Apple Logic.

MUS 281B - Business of Music II

1. Enhanced knowledge of management of musical acts.
2. Enhanced knowledge of legal issues surrounding music intellectual property.
3. Enhanced knowledge of budgeting and audit procedures in the music business.

MUS 285 - Advanced Recording Techniques

1. Devise use of the key elements involved in audio recording.
2. Incorporate theoretical aspects of the audio recording process
3. Incorporate practical recording skills and studio etiquette.
4. Plan and produce typical commercial-level recording sessions.

MUS 292 - Audio Post-Production I

1. Analyze a visual medium for its technical and aesthetic sound components.
2. Interpret video editor’s specification sheets, locations sound rolls, and camera rolls.
3. Classify the responsibilities of each sound design team role in post-production.
4. Demonstrate competency of digital audio workstation features to edit, clean, layer, and otherwise manipulate all audio elements.
5. Create spotting sheets/cue sheets for choosing sound effects, backgrounds, and ADR.
6. Determine the audio needs of a for-picture project.
7. Create a final mix of all involved audio elements using a digital audio workstation.
8. Apply knowledge, terminology, and techniques specific to sound-for-picture such as “pre-dubs”, handling of OMF files, and “sanitizing” dialog tracks.

MUSE 101 - Concert Choir

1. Develop proper vocal production.
2. Recognize various musical time periods.
3. Interpret song text.
4. Sing in a foreign language.
5. Utilize group and cooperative learning skills.

MUSE 103 - Chamber Chorale

1. Develop proper tone production
2. Master Renaissance and other musical styles
3. Develop group learning skills/cooperative learning
4. Properly interpret song text

MUSE 111 - Concert Band

1. No changes
2. Enhance proficiency on instrument.

MUSE 121 - Symphony Orchestra

1. Properly interpret styles and features of various orchestral works of the Baroque, Classical, and Romantic periods.
2. Improve in the multi-faceted challenge of ensemble playing. The various facets include playing in tune, achieving rhythmic precision with the group, and interpreting nuances in the music as a group.

MUSE 131 - Jazz Ensemble

1. Improve on ensemble playing.
2. Improve on improvisational skills.
3. Improve on sight-reading skills.

MUSE 133 - Jazz Combo

1. Improve their ability to improvise on chord structures.
2. Be aware of standard jazz combo literature.
3. Play comfortably in a small jazz combo environment.
4. Increase their awareness of jazz styles and jazz artists.

MUSE 135 - Jazz Vocal Ensemble

1. Develop proper tone production
2. Master contemporary vocal styles.
3. Develop group learning skills/cooperative learning.
4. Identify 12 bar blues progression
5. Improvise over 12 bar blues
6. Interpret song text
7. Develop proper mic technique.

MUSE 141 - Woodwind Ensemble

1. Practice good musicianship.
2. Utilize good rehearsal techniques.
3. Perform a variety of compositions for woodwind ensemble.

MUSE 145 - Saxophone Ensemble

Please note: This course may be repeated for 1 credit each semester for a total of 6 credits.

Student Learning Outcomes

1. Demonstrate professional ethics and conduct, through prompt and accurate preparation of assigned repertoire, and adherence to attendance policy.  
2. Demonstrate technical competency as ensemble and solo performers through the performance of accurate notes and rhythms, and skills such as listening, tuning, blending and balancing, and playing/singing together.  
3. Demonstrate expressive competency through skills such as appropriate articulation/style, phrasing, and pacing of musical energy.  
4. Make musical decisions based on the context of listening, history, performance practice, and music theory.  
5. Demonstrate aesthetic experience through music performance and literature.

MUSE 146 - Brass Ensemble

1. Practice good musicianship.
2. Utilize good rehearsal techniques.
3. Perform a variety of compositions for brass ensemble.

MUSE 161 - Percussion Ensemble

1. Perform percussion music on their instruments in a variety of genres.
2. Perform in an ensemble.

MUSE 165 - Steel Drum Band

1. Students will be able to perform in a concert setting on the various instruments within the steel drum band.
2. Students will be exposed to the national instrument of Trinidad, thus learning and experiencing a different culture.
3. Students will experience different learning styles in the course of rehearsals. These styles will include reading printed arrangements, scale and technique studies, as well as rote learning.

MUSE 166 - Mariachi Band

1. Articulate knowledge of different Mariachi styles.
2. Perform fluently on their particular instrument within various Mariachi styles.
3. Employ appropriate vocalization skills for Mariachi performance.

MUSA 101 - Bass – Lower Division

1. Utilize technique commensurate with this level of private lesson.
2. Prepare and perform solo repertoire appropriate with this level of private lessons.
3. Apply knowledge of theory connected to this level of private lesson.

MUSA 102 - Bass II

1. Utilize technique commensurate with this level of private lesson.
2. Prepare and perform solo repertoire appropriate with this level of private lessons.
3. Apply knowledge of theory connected to this level of private lesson.

MUSA 103 - Bassoon – Lower Division

1. Utilize technique commensurate with this level of private lesson.
2. Prepare and perform solo repertoire appropriate with this level of private lessons.
3. Apply knowledge of theory connected to this level of private lesson.

MUSA 104 - Bassoon II

1. Utilize technique commensurate with this level of private lesson.
2. Prepare and perform solo repertoire appropriate with this level of private lessons.
3. Apply knowledge of theory connected to this level of private lesson.

MUSA 105 - Cello – Lower Division

1. Utilize technique commensurate with this level of private lesson.
2. Prepare and perform solo repertoire appropriate with this level of private lessons.
3. Apply knowledge of theory connected to this level of private lesson.

MUSA 106 - Cello II

1. Utilize technique commensurate with this level of private lesson.
2. Prepare and perform solo repertoire appropriate with this level of private lessons.
3. Apply knowledge of theory connected to this level of private lesson.

MUSA 107 - Clarinet – Lower Division

1. Utilize technique commensurate with this level of private lesson.
2. Prepare and perform solo repertoire appropriate with this level of private lessons.
3. Apply knowledge of theory connected to this level of private lesson.

MUSA 108 - Clarinet II

1. Utilize technique commensurate with this level of private lesson.
2. Prepare and perform solo repertoire appropriate with this level of private lessons.
3. Apply knowledge of theory connected to this level of private lesson.

MUSA 109 - Drum Set – Lower Division

1. Utilize technique commensurate with this level of private lesson.
2. Prepare and perform solo repertoire appropriate with this level of private lessons.
3. Apply knowledge of theory connected to this level of private lesson.

MUSA 110 - Drum Set II

1. Utilize technique commensurate with this level of private lesson.
2. Prepare and perform solo repertoire appropriate with this level of private lessons.
3. Apply knowledge of theory connected to this level of private lesson.

MUSA 111 - Euphonium - Lower Division

1. Utilize technique commensurate with this level of private lesson.
2. Prepare and perform solo repertoire appropriate with this level of private lessons.
3. Apply knowledge of theory connected to this level of private lesson.

MUSA 112 - Euphonium II

1. Utilize technique commensurate with this level of private lesson.
2. Prepare and perform solo repertoire appropriate with this level of private lessons.
3. Apply knowledge of theory connected to this level of private lesson.

MUSA 113 - Flute – Lower Division

1. Utilize technique commensurate with this level of private lesson.
2. Prepare and perform solo repertoire appropriate with this level of private lessons.
3. Apply knowledge of theory connected to this level of private lesson.

MUSA 114 - Flute II

1. Utilize technique commensurate with this level of private lesson.
2. Prepare and perform solo repertoire appropriate with this level of private lessons.
3. Apply knowledge of theory connected to this level of private lesson.

MUSA 115 - Guitar – Lower Division

1. Utilize technique commensurate with this level of private lesson.
2. Prepare and perform solo repertoire appropriate with this level of private lessons.
3. Apply knowledge of theory connected to this level of private lesson.

MUSA 116 - Guitar II

1. Utilize technique commensurate with this level of private lesson.
2. Prepare and perform solo repertoire appropriate with this level of private lessons.
3. Apply knowledge of theory connected to this level of private lesson.

MUSA 117 - Harp – Lower Division

1. Utilize technique commensurate with this level of private lesson.
2. Prepare and perform solo repertoire appropriate with this level of private lessons.
3. Apply knowledge of theory connected to this level of private lesson.

MUSA 118 - Harp II

1. Utilize technique commensurate with this level of private lesson.
2. Prepare and perform solo repertoire appropriate with this level of private lessons.
3. Apply knowledge of theory connected to this level of private lesson.

MUSA 121 - Horn – Lower Division

1. Utilize technique commensurate with this level of private lesson.
2. Prepare and perform solo repertoire appropriate with this level of private lessons.
3. Apply knowledge of theory connected to this level of private lesson.

MUSA 122 - Horn II

1. Utilize technique commensurate with this level of private lesson.
2. Prepare and perform solo repertoire appropriate with this level of private lessons.
3. Apply knowledge of theory connected to this level of private lesson.

MUSA 123 - Oboe – Lower Division

1. Utilize technique commensurate with this level of private lesson.
2. Prepare and perform solo repertoire appropriate with this level of private lessons.
3. Apply knowledge of theory connected to this level of private lesson.

MUSA 124 - Oboe II

1. Utilize technique commensurate with this level of private lesson.
2. Prepare and perform solo repertoire appropriate with this level of private lessons.
3. Apply knowledge of theory connected to this level of private lesson.

MUSA 127 - Percussion – Lower Division

1. Utilize technique commensurate with this level of private lesson.
2. Prepare and perform solo repertoire appropriate with this level of private lessons.
3. Apply knowledge of theory connected to this level of private lesson.

MUSA 128 - Percussion II

1. Utilize technique commensurate with this level of private lesson.
2. Prepare and perform solo repertoire appropriate with this level of private lessons.
3. Apply knowledge of theory connected to this level of private lesson.

MUSA 129 - Piano – Lower Division

1. Utilize technique commensurate with this level of private lesson.
2. Prepare and perform solo repertoire appropriate with this level of private lessons.
3. Apply knowledge of theory connected to this level of private lesson.

MUSA 130 - Piano II

1. Utilize technique commensurate with this level of private lesson.
2. Prepare and perform solo repertoire appropriate with this level of private lessons.
3. Apply knowledge of theory connected to this level of private lesson.

MUSA 131 - Saxophone – Lower Division

1. Utilize technique commensurate with this level of private lesson.
2. Prepare and perform solo repertoire appropriate with this level of private lessons.
3. Apply knowledge of theory connected to this level of private lesson.

MUSA 132 - Saxophone II

1. Utilize technique commensurate with this level of private lesson.
2. Prepare and perform solo repertoire appropriate with this level of private lessons.
3. Apply knowledge of theory connected to this level of private lesson.

MUSA 133 - Synthesizer/MIDI – Lower Division

1. Utilize technique commensurate with this level of private lesson.
2. Prepare and perform solo repertoire appropriate with this level of private lessons.
3. Apply knowledge of theory connected to this level of private lesson.

MUSA 134 - Synthesizer/MIDI II

1. Utilize technique commensurate with this level of private lesson.
2. Prepare and perform solo repertoire appropriate with this level of private lessons.
3. Apply knowledge of theory connected to this level of private lesson.

MUSA 135 - Trombone – Lower Division

1. Utilize technique commensurate with this level of private lesson.
2. Prepare and perform solo repertoire appropriate with this level of private lessons.
3. Apply knowledge of theory connected to this level of private lesson.

MUSA 136 - Trombone II

1. Utilize technique commensurate with this level of private lesson.
2. Prepare and perform solo repertoire appropriate with this level of private lessons.
3. Apply knowledge of theory connected to this level of private lesson.

MUSA 137 - Trumpet – Lower Division

1. Utilize technique commensurate with this level of private lesson.
2. Prepare and perform solo repertoire appropriate with this level of private lessons.
3. Apply knowledge of theory connected to this level of private lesson.

MUSA 138 - Trumpet II

1. Utilize technique commensurate with this level of private lesson.
2. Prepare and perform solo repertoire appropriate with this level of private lessons.
3. Apply knowledge of theory connected to this level of private lesson.

MUSA 139 - Tuba – Lower Division

1. Utilize technique commensurate with this level of private lesson.
2. Prepare and perform solo repertoire appropriate with this level of private lessons.
3. Apply knowledge of theory connected to this level of private lesson.

MUSA 140 - Tuba II

1. Utilize technique commensurate with this level of private lesson.
2. Prepare and perform solo repertoire appropriate with this level of private lessons.
3. Apply knowledge of theory connected to this level of private lesson.

MUSA 141 - Viola – Lower Division

1. Utilize technique commensurate with this level of private lesson.
2. Prepare and perform solo repertoire appropriate with this level of private lessons.
3. Apply knowledge of theory connected to this level of private lesson.

MUSA 142 - Viola II

1. Utilize technique commensurate with this level of private lesson.
2. Prepare and perform solo repertoire appropriate with this level of private lessons.
3. Apply knowledge of theory connected to this level of private lesson.

MUSA 143 - Violin – Lower Division

1. Utilize technique commensurate with this level of private lesson.
2. Prepare and perform solo repertoire appropriate with this level of private lessons.
3. Apply knowledge of theory connected to this level of private lesson.

MUSA 144 - Violin II

1. Utilize technique commensurate with this level of private lesson.
2. Prepare and perform solo repertoire appropriate with this level of private lessons.
3. Apply knowledge of theory connected to this level of private lesson.

MUSA 145 - Voice – Lower Division

1. Utilize technique commensurate with this level of private lesson.
2. Prepare and perform solo repertoire appropriate with this level of private lessons.
3. Apply knowledge of theory connected to this level of private lesson.

MUSA 146 - Voice II

1. Utilize technique commensurate with this level of private lesson.
2. Prepare and perform solo repertoire appropriate with this level of private lessons.
3. Apply knowledge of theory connected to this level of private lesson.

MUSA 151 - Bass for Non-Majors

1. Technique
2. Repertoire
3. Theory

MUSA 152 - Bassoon for Non-Majors

1. Technique
2. Repertoire
3. Theory

MUSA 153 - Cello for Non-Majors

1. Technique
2. Repertoire
3. Theory

MUSA 154 - Clarinet for Non-Majors

1. Technique
2. Repertoire
3. Theory

MUSA 155 - Drum Set for Non-Majors

1. Technique
2. Repertoire
3. Theory

MUSA 156 - Euphonium for Non-Majors

1. Technique
2. Repertoire
3. Theory

MUSA 157 - Flute for Non-Majors

1. Technique
2. Repertoire
3. Theory

MUSA 158 - Guitar for Non-Majors

1. Technique
2. Repertoire
3. Theory

MUSA 159 - Harp for Non-Majors

1. Technique
2. Repertoire
3. Theory

MUSA 161 - Horn for Non-Majors

1. Technique
2. Repertoire
3. Theory

MUSA 162 - Oboe for Non-Majors

1. Technique
2. Repertoire
3. Theory

MUSA 164 - Percussion for Non-Majors

1. Technique
2. Repertoire
3. Theory

MUSA 165 - Piano for Non-Majors

1. Technique
2. Repertoire
3. Theory

MUSA 166 - Saxophone for Non-Majors

1. Technique
2. Repertoire
3. Theory

MUSA 167 - Synthesizer/MIDI for Non-Majors

1. Utilize technique commensurate with this level of private lesson.
2. Prepare and perform solo repertoire appropriate with this level of private lessons.
3. Apply knowledge of theory connected to this level of private lesson.

MUSA 168 - Trombone for Non-Majors

1. Technique
2. Repertoire
3. Theory

MUSA 169 - Trumpet for Non-Majors

1. Technique
2. Repertoire
3. Theory

MUSA 170 - Tuba for Non-Majors

1. Technique
2. Repertoire
3. Theory

MUSA 171 - Viola for Non-Majors

1. Technique
2. Repertoire
3. Theory

MUSA 172 - Violin for Non-Majors

1. Technique
2. Repertoire
3. Theory

MUSA 173 - Voice for Non-Majors

1. Utilize technique commensurate with this level of private lesson.
2. Prepare and perform solo repertoire appropriate with this level of private lessons.
3. Apply knowledge of theory connected to this level of private lesson.

MUSA 201 - Bass III

1. Utilize technique commensurate with this level of private lesson.
2. Prepare and perform solo repertoire appropriate with this level of private lessons.
3. Apply knowledge of theory connected to this level of private lesson.

MUSA 202 - Bass IV

1. Utilize technique commensurate with this level of private lesson.
2. Prepare and perform solo repertoire appropriate with this level of private lessons.
3. Apply knowledge of theory connected to this level of private lesson.

MUSA 203 - Bassoon III

1. Utilize technique commensurate with this level of private lesson.
2. Prepare and perform solo repertoire appropriate with this level of private lessons.
3. Apply knowledge of theory connected to this level of private lesson.

MUSA 204 - Bassoon IV

1. Utilize technique commensurate with this level of private lesson.
2. Prepare and perform solo repertoire appropriate with this level of private lessons.
3. Apply knowledge of theory connected to this level of private lesson.

MUSA 205 - Cello III

1. Utilize technique commensurate with this level of private lesson.
2. Prepare and perform solo repertoire appropriate with this level of private lessons.
3. Apply knowledge of theory connected to this level of private lesson.

MUSA 206 - Cello IV

1. Utilize technique commensurate with this level of private lesson.
2. Prepare and perform solo repertoire appropriate with this level of private lessons.
3. Apply knowledge of theory connected to this level of private lesson.

MUSA 207 - Clarinet III

1. Utilize technique commensurate with this level of private lesson.
2. Prepare and perform solo repertoire appropriate with this level of private lessons.
3. Apply knowledge of theory connected to this level of private lesson.

MUSA 208 - Clarinet IV

1. Utilize technique commensurate with this level of private lesson.
2. Prepare and perform solo repertoire appropriate with this level of private lessons.
3. Apply knowledge of theory connected to this level of private lesson.

MUSA 209 - Drum Set III

1. Utilize technique commensurate with this level of private lesson.
2. Prepare and perform solo repertoire appropriate with this level of private lessons.
3. Apply knowledge of theory connected to this level of private lesson.

MUSA 210 - Drum Set IV

1. Utilize technique commensurate with this level of private lesson.
2. Prepare and perform solo repertoire appropriate with this level of private lessons.
3. Apply knowledge of theory connected to this level of private lesson.

MUSA 211 - Euphonium III

1. Utilize technique commensurate with this level of private lesson.
2. Prepare and perform solo repertoire appropriate with this level of private lessons.
3. Apply knowledge of theory connected to this level of private lesson.