MUS - Music

Applied Study for non-music majors; requires a private lesson fee. Meets 1/2 hour once each week with adjunct faculty.

Study of applied music at the freshman level; requires a private lesson fee. Meets one hour each week.

This course provides individual instruction in the performance techniques and literature of the instruments and voice. Emphasis is placed on the development of a sound technical foundation, familiarity with the performance approaches and the study of the instrument's vast literature. Upon successful completion, students will be able to demonstrate proficiency in technical skills and repertoire through performance. An additional fee per semester is required.

This course provides individual instruction in the performance techniques and literature of the instruments and voice. Emphasis is placed on the development of a sound technical foundation, familiarity with the performance approaches and the study of the instrument's vast literature. Upon successful completion, students will be able to demonstrate proficiency in technical skills and repertoire through performance. An additional fee per semester is required.

Songwriting Lab is a collaborative lab setting in which various songwriters, whether they favor the lyrical or musical discipline, can present their own works and have them evaluated by their peers and instructors. Songwriting Lab will focus on the individual projects of the students/groups of students but will also provide exercises which will help each of the student's progress in the field of songwriting. No prerequisites but strongly encourages that the student take MUS-134 and/or MUS-234 in conjunction with one of the lab sessions.

Foundations of Principles of Music Therapy is an introduction to music as a therapeutic agent in the rehabilitation and reorganization of the human being into social life. A survey of the history of the American Musical Therapy Association is included as well as the processes and principles of music therapy as used by practicing music therapists.

This course is designed for students with no previous piano instruction. Development of two-hand coordination, five-finger patterns, playing two independent lines simultaneously, all major tetrachords, five major scales in two octaves (hands separately), triad playing, I, IV, V chords, ensemble, transposition, pedaling and sight reading.

Study of applied music for the music minor at the first semester of study, requires private lesson fee. Meets one-half hour each week.

Study of applied music for the music minor at the second semester of study, requires private lesson fee. Meets one-half hour each week. Prerequisite: MUS-111.

A study of basic vocal technique, including breathing, resonant tone production, note reading, and fundamental vocabulary for singers; aims at developing healthy vocal habits. This course is open to voice electives and non-majors.

Designed for the non-major who has not had previous piano instruction. While learning the fundamentals of music--elementary rhythms, notation, and primary chords--the student gains facility on the keyboard by playing interesting pieces in easy keys.

Designed for the non-major with some keyboard experience. Continued study of music fundamentals including scales and triads, elementary accompaniment styles, pedaling, and elementary-intermediate repertoire as appropriate for the individual student. Prerequisite: MUS-117 or equivalent.

Designed for piano majors to increase functional skills on keyboard such as sight reading, harmonization with a variety of accompaniment styles, reading of four-part vocal and instrumental scores, transposition of chord progressions and easy contrapuntal pieces, hymn & patriotic song playing with adaptations, and improvisation. Prerequisite or co-requisite: MUS-162.

This course will focus on the basic understanding, practice, and application of guitar techniques. Students will learn to use guitar styles of various composers, as well as leading groups.

A comprehensive study of the rules for proper diction in the singing of English, Italian, and Latin vocal literature with practical exercises in a comparative approach for American Singers. Languages will be studied using the specific symbols of the International Phonetic Alphabet.

Songwriting 1 studies the foundational elements of what makes a song. The course will examine and implement essential items found within the Songwriting Industry such as "the nerve," "the hook," form, and rhyme scheme. After discovering and breaking these facets in various elements, the students will analyze and identify these facets in various songs of various styles and genres.

This semester-length course provides an overview of contemporary worship music and its application in a worship service. Students will learn through experience as worship teams model the distinctives of contemporary worship music. A variety of areas will be explored: contemporary music theory, working with a praise band, arranging for the worship team, developing and leading teams, effective resources for worship.

This course will teach students to read notes (pitch and rudimentary rhythm) in G and F clef and to connect graphic images to appropriate keys of the keyboard. This course will also include studies in scales, intervals and triads.

A study of the basic fundamentals of music: major and minor scales, key signatures, triads, and introduction to functional harmony. Open to non-music majors as well as majors. Offered every semester. Prerequisite: The ability to read notes.

Review of scales, intervals and triads. Elementary harmony is studied by writing and analysis of diatonic triads in four-part harmony, figured bass, cadences, non-harmonic tones, voice-leading, dominant seventh chords, and harmonic progression. Prerequisite: MUS-160 or permission of instructor.

Includes the singing of all intervals and scales, melodic and interval dictation. Identification of major and minor triads. Rhythmic exercises. Sight-singing in a limited vocal range. To be taken concurrently with Music Theory I.

This course includes two and three-part textures, I, IV, V, V7 chords in root position and inversions for progressions and harmonization, elementary accompaniment styles, seven major scales (hands together), seven minor scales (hands separately), arpeggios, alto and tenor clef score reading, and sight reading. Prerequisite: MUS-105 or equivalent; MUS-162 (Theory I) prior to or during same semester.

The IWU Marching Band is a large performing ensemble comprised of woodwind, brass, percussion instrumentalists and appropriate auxiliary personnel with an emphasis on live performances for athletic, campus, and community events. The Marching Wildcats will enter the public arena as ambassadors of IWU standards of excellence. Admittance is by audition and/or approval of the director. This course counts for the Physical Activity requierments under the Health and Wellness section for General Education.

Opera Workshop is a course designed to train students in the art of auditioning for the opera genre and preparing a role, culminating in the presentation of an opera scenes program. This course may be repeated for a total of 9 hours. Must be concurrently enrolled in applied voice lessons. 0 to 3 credits. Offered Fall.

A review of the history of music with the objective of providing students with aesthetic and cultural experiences. Covers some elements of music and explores works of a variety of composers from different style periods. Not open to individuals with credit in MUS-180. (For students who need to complete Humanities Core requirements and have already complete the art portion of MUS-180. Meets either the first or second half of the semester.)

This course will provide an understanding of the theory and practice of studio recording and sound reinforcement. Students will gain hands-on knowledge of the equipment and techniques used in the recording studio.

The Early Music Ensemble is comprised of vocalists and instrumentalists who perform music composed before 1800 in an historically-accurate manner in the originally-intended context. Period instruments are used whenever possible. The Early Music Ensemble will perform off campus at local churches periodically throughout the semester. Students intending to enroll must seek approval of the director through a meeting and/or audition. The course meets the minor ensemble requirement for students pursuing a Bachelor of Music.

This course will offer students an opportunity to develop their musicianship, music reading and performance skills through the study of handbell literature.

Cantate is an auditioned treble voice choir, comprised of music majors and students from other disciplines. This chorus assists in various campus and community programs and represents the university in concert. Admission is by audition and approval of the director. Participants who are enrolled in the first semester are expected to enroll again for the second semester. Rehearsals take place three times a week. This ensemble meets the requirement for large ensemble credit for music majors and minors.

This course will provide an opportunity for singers and instrumentalists to adequately train and rehearse in preparation to lead worship for IWU Chapel. Students will form various ensembles-in agreement with their area of expertise-and from such ensembles worship music for all Chapels will be provided. This is a mandatory class for all students willing to participate in IWU Chapel Worship Teams. Can earn 1 hour credit (may be repeated for 0 hr credit).

This quartet provides chamber music as well as a variety of offerings from classical, to hymn arrangements and lighter selections. Entrance to the ensemble is by audition.

The clarinet quartet is an auditioned ensemble that provides chamber music as well as a variety of musical styles from classical, hymn arrangements, and lighter selections.

The saxophone quartet is an auditioned ensemble that provides chamber music as well as a variety of musical styles from classical, hymn arrangements, and lighter selections.

The woodwind quartet is an auditioned ensemble that provides chamber music as well as a variety of musical styles from classical, hymn arrangements, and lighter selections.

An integrated study of history and appreciation of art and music in Western culture from ancient times to present. (Part of the Humanities Core Curriculum.)

The IWU Guitar Ensemble is a musical ensemble designed to familiarize the student with music of different styles and eras and the proper execution of that music. Included in the course will be emphasis on ensemble playing skills--balance, blend, intonation, tone, etc. Concerts will be performed by the group. This course may count for up to 2 large ensemble credits for those majoring in guitar. To count these as large ensemble credits, the student must take these during the same school year and must have already passed the Upper Divisional Exam.

The course is designed to familiarize pianists with the wide variety of literature available for piano ensemble playing, from piano duet to works for multiple pianos.

The IWU Jazz Combo provides the opportunity to explore the jazz medium in greater detail. The term "jazz combo" is used to describe almost any group of instruments smaller than ten pieces, which would include a rhythm section (drums, bass, piano), and at least 2 soloists. This ensemble's greatest emphasis will be in the area of improvisation and it will practice a variety of tunes drawn from the following categories: Bebop, modal, standards, ballads, rhythm and blues, blues, Latin, contemporary, and sacred. As Christian musicians, it is imperative that we strive to serve God in our music. This style is an opportunity to praise God and serve Him in a wonderful and different way.

Music of various cultures will be studied and performed, concentrating on (but not limited to) music of African, Latin American, Caribbean, and Japanese styles. Instrumentation for this ensemble includes authentic drums and non-pitched instruments as well as xylophones and metallophones. Prerequisite: permission of the Music Division.

The flute ensemble is an auditioned ensemble that provides chamber music as well as a variety of musical styles from classical, hymn arrangements, and lighter selections.

The string quartet is an auditioned ensemble that provides chamber music as well as a variety of musical styles from classical, hymn arrangements, and lighter selections.

The Trombone Ensemble is an auditioned ensemble that provides chamber music as well as a variety of musical styles from classical, hymn arrangements, and lighter selections.

The woodwind ensemble is an auditioned ensemble that provides chamber music as well as a variety of musical styles from classical, hymn arrangements, and lighter selections.

The honors brass quintet is an auditioned ensemble that provides chamber music as well as a variety of musical styles from classical, hymn arrangements, and lighter selections.

Opera/Musical Theater is a course designed to give students practical experience in preparing and performing the opera genre or musical theater culminating in the presentation of an opera or musical. Admittance is by audition and approval of the director. This course may be taken for 0-3 credits and may be repeated.

The University Chorale is a mixed choral ensemble of SATB voices. Repertoire consists of sacred classics, hymns, spirituals and contemporary compositions, in addition to major choral/orchestral works. The Chorale represents the University in concert at various community and university events. Admittance is by audition and approval of the director. This ensemble meets three times each week. The course meets the large ensemble requirement for music majors and minors. Participants enrolled in first semester are expected to enroll the second semester

The IWU Campus Choir is a non-auditioned SATB choir open to every student on campus regardless of major. This choir assists in various campus and community programs and represents the university in concert. Rehearsals take place once a week. This ensemble may meet the requirement for large ensemble credit for music majors and minors.

Chamber Singers is a mixed ensemble of approximately 18-20 voices. Repertoire consists of chamber music from all periods of Western Music History along with contemporary compositions. The Chamber Singers represent the University in concert at various community and university events. Admittance is by audition and approval of the director. This ensemble meets two times each week. Participants enrolled in the first semester are expected to enroll the second semester.

Wind Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble, Orchestra, Percussion Ensemble, and other instrumental ensembles are offered. These organizations assist in various school and community programs and represent the university in concert. Admittance is by audition and approval of the director. Meets two times a week.

Wind Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble, Orchestra, Percussion Ensemble, and other large instrumental ensembles are offered. These organizations assist in various school and community programs and represent the university in concert. Admittance is by audition and approval of the director. Meets four times a week. Participants enrolled in the first semester are expected to enroll the second semester.

The Concert Band rehearses and performs wind band literature focusing on the early British Band works, orchestral transcriptions, hymn arrangements, popular styles, as well as sacred literature. This organization gives one concert per semester and may perform on occasion with the IWU Wind Ensemble. The groups meets two times a week. This course meets the large ensemble requirement for those individuals whose major is in the area of brass, woodwinds, or percussion. All students should have training on brass, woodwind, or percussion through high school or should have taken Woodwind, Brass, or Percussion Techniques. Prerequisite: All students will audition for the ensemble or have permission of the director.

Wind Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble, Orchestra, Percussion Ensemble, and other instrumental ensembles are offered. These organizations assist in various school and community programs and represent the university in concert. Admittance is by audition and approval of the director. Meets two times a week.

Wind Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble, Orchestra, Percussion Ensemble, and other instrumental ensembles are offered. These organizations assist in various school and community programs and represent the university in concert. Admittance is by audition and approval of the director. Meets two times a week. Participants enrolled in the first semester are expected to enroll the second semester.

Wind Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble, Orchestra, Percussion Ensemble, and other instrumental ensembles are offered. These organizations assist in various school and community programs and represent the university in concert. Admittance is by audition and approval of the director. Meets one to three times a week.

For music majors and minors only. Requires students to attend a specified number of musical events. Music majors must complete the course for 7 semesters and minors for 4 semesters to qualify for graduation. Offered every semester. Graded on a CR/NC basis.

Study of applied music at sophomore level of study requires private lesson fee. Meets one hour each week.

This course provides individual instruction in the performance techniques and literature of the instruments and voice. Emphasis is placed on the development of a sound technical foundation, familiarity with the performance approaches and the study of the instrument's vast literature. Upon successful completion, students will be able to demonstrate proficiency in technical skills and repertoire through performance. An additional fee per semester is required.

This course provides individual instruction in the performance techniques and literature of the instruments and voice. Emphasis is placed on the development of a sound technical foundation, familiarity with the performance approaches and the study of the instrument's vast literature. Upon successful completion, students will be able to demonstrate proficiency in technical skills and repertoire through performance. An additional fee per semester is required.

Songwriting Lab is a collaborative lab setting in which various songwriters, whether they favor the lyrical or musical discipline, can present their own works and have them evaluated by their peers and instructors. Songwriting Lab will focus on the individual projects of the students/groups of students but will also provide exercises which will help each of the student's progress in the field of songwriting. No prerequisites but strongly encourages that the student take MUS-134 and/or MUS-234 in conjunction with one of the lab sessions.

Greater independence of hands in intermediate repertoire using three- and four-part textures, more challenging rhythms, secondary chords (ii, iii, vi) used for harmonization, four-part hymn transposition, transposition of instruments in score-reading, major scales to four sharps and four flats, parallel minor scales (all hands together), arpeggios, sight reading. Prerequisite: MUS-165 or equivalent; MUS-261 (Theory II) prior to or during same semester.

This course is a study of music therapy procedures used with individuals in aging adult settings and psychiatric settings and an examination of issues concerning the use of music therapy within these populations. Issues related to securing internships and employment in music therapy will also be addressed. Methods of instruction will include lecture, group discussion, experiential approaches such as denominations and role play, review of written material/texts, exams, and written assignments. Prerequisite: PSY-150 and MUS-104.

This course emphasizes the potentials of music therapy with a variety of clinical populations. The content includes a survey of various populations with whom music therapists work, focusing on the characteristics and needs of each group, general treatment approaches, and general methods for incorporating music therapy. Students are introduced to the therapeutic traits and basic interaction skills involved in counseling. Prerequisites: PSY-150, MUS-104, and MUS-206.

Psychology of Music examines music and the human psyche. Topics include auditory and musical perception, music cognition, creativity and esthetic experience, listening styles and strategies, music and human emotions, and the social psychology of musical activities. In addition, the course will touch on aspects related to performance, music and the brain, and methodological issues in music research. Prerequisites: PSY-150 and MUS-104.

This course is a study of current assessment and evaluation procedures used in music therapy and the application of observational recording and behavior modification techniques in educational, social, and therapeutic settings. A data-based model of providing music therapy services is explored in detail. Research models are also explored. Prerequisites: PSY-150, MUS-104, and MUS-206.

Study of applied music for the music minor at the third semester of study, requires private lesson fee. Meets one-half hour each week. Prerequisites: MUS-111 and MUS-112.

Study of applied music for the music minor at the fourth semester of study, requires private lesson fee. Meets one-half hour each week. Prerequisites: MUS-111, MUS-112, and MUS-211.

Through the study of Western music history and style, students will discover the longstanding aesthetic and cultural value of music. The course expands understanding of the essential elements of music and explores how to appreciate the works of a variety of composers from Medieval times to the present. Prior basic experience with music performance or appreciation is recommended.

This course will offer students an opportunity to increase their ability to make music with other musicians in both vocal and instrumental collaboration and to experience the wealth of chamber music repertoire.

Music therapy practicum, level 1, provides the first-time practicum student with opportunities to explore the therapeutic process and the dynamics of client-therapist relationships through clinical sessions and observations. The course encourages the development of musical and clinical skills to become a competent music therapist. The course focuses on the application of academic theories, concepts and skills in the clinical setting. Prerequisites: MUS-104, MUS-206 and MUS-207.

An introduction to the study of the organ, typical stop lists and designations, literature, means of tone generation in acoustic and electronic emulations, MIDI applications, training and expectations for an organist, playing techniques, use of the organ in contemporary settings. Prerequisite: Completion of piano requirements.

A comprehensive study of the rules for proper diction in the singing of French and German vocal literature with practical exercises in a comparative approach for American Singers. Languages will be studied using the specific symbols of the International Phonetic Alphabet.

Theology of Lyric investigates the theological content found in the text of hymns and worship songs, determining how these lyrics align with Scripture and the various traditional teachings. In taking this class, the student will explore various tenets of the Church and gain an understanding of how to write hymn, worship and poetic texts reflecting these traditions. Students are recommended to take WOR-325 prior to this course.

Songwriting 2 explores various historical genres or popular songs. In this class, the student will apply the tools developed from Songwriting 1 to analyze the various components that make up songs from categories such as: "pop" music; country music' R-n-B music; gospel music; worship music; Broadway/theatre music; popular folk song; and children's songs. After studying the facets of each genre, the student will then compose a song within the specific genre. Prerequisite: MUS-134.

The focus of the class will be on the study of current elementary methods and literature for teaching piano. The course will provide a general foundation for the knowledge and experience needed for teaching beginning piano.

The focus of the class will be on the study of techniques and literature for the teaching of intermediate/early advanced piano students. The study will also include setting up a private studio. It will provide a general foundation for the knowledge and experience needed for piano teaching at the intermediate level. Both private studio and group piano settings will be experienced and observed through practical teaching projects.

The focus of this class will be the study of keyboard literature by major composers of each era. Important style characteristics of these composers will be studied to give insight for increased understanding and interpretation of a wide variety of keyboard literature. Prerequisite: previous keyboard study of the upper intermediate/early advanced level.

An overview of the use of music in the Christian Education program of the local church. Includes work with children, basic music education, and development of tools to assist the Christian Education worker. Also includes methods of planning, organizing, and developing a music program in a local church. Personal development in leadership and staff relationships is discussed.

This course is designed for students with majors in Church Music, Christian Education, and Piano who plan to perform in a church setting. Reading chords, understanding chord inversions, positions on the piano, voicings and added tones, modulations, and combining these elements with contemporary theory will enable students to be successful in the contemporary church music setting. This is an elective course that will be offered every other year. Prerequisites: MUS-205 and audition. Limited to 10 each semester.

The course will be a short historical study of the great hymns of the Christian church, their writers and composers and patterns of development and change. Attention will focus on hymns of the Protestant heritage, with study of characteristics of well-crafted hymns and tunes. Not restricted to music majors.

The study of harmony is continued through four-part writing and analysis of music literature. Chordal vocabulary is increased with dominant and non-dominant seventh chords as well as secondary and leading-tone chords. Procedures of modulations, realization of figured bass, and transposing for various instruments. Prerequisite: MUS-162, to be taken concurrently with MUS-263.

This course is designed with the intent of assisting those studying Music in areas where they find themselves playing music in "non-notational settings." Students who major in Music Therapy, Songwriting, or Music Ministry often find themselves in a position where they either read or need to create "chord charts" or "lead sheets." This course is one that will give the student more confidence in their ability to utilize this type of musical expression so they effectively play with little hindrance, enabling them to focus on other important aspects of their discipline. The piano will be the primary way of applying the course material and this course will be taught in the piano lab. Prerequisites: MUS 162 and MUS 165.

Interval, melodic, two and four-part, and rhythmic dictation. Recognition of bass and soprano factors as well as triad function in four-part dictation . Rhythmic exercises including subdivision level. Sight-singing with modal inflections and in tenor and alto clef. To be taken concurrently with Music Theory II, MUS-261.

Four-part writing and analysis involving tertian sonorities (9th, 11th, and 13th chords) and chromatic harmony (borrowed, Neapolitan, augmented sixth, altered dominant, and chromatic mediant chords). Introduction to analysis techniques for Twentieth Century music. Prerequisite: MUS-261, to be taken concurrently with MUS-266.

Analytical skills are developed further by studying typical musical forms of the Eighteenth and Nineteenth centuries, such as binary, ternary, variation, fugue, sonata-allegro, and rondo. Prerequisite: MUS-261.

Dictation of modulating exercises, intervals, modes, and rhythm. Recognition of more functions of four-part harmony. Identification of cadences and major, minor, augmented, and diminished triads. Rhythmic exercises of difficult nature. Sight-singing with modulating passages and of an extensive range. To be taken concurrently with Music Theory III, MUS-264.

Beginning students will work with first- through fifth-species counterpoint in two and three voices with a cantus firmus. Work will include exercises in canon and invertible counterpoint.

This course will provide a complete understanding of Pro Tools (used in professional studios) software, hardware, and all editing, and mixing functions. Students will also learn studio miking, mixing, and mastering techniques. Students will gain practical hands on experience through the completion of audio recording/editing projects. Prerequisite: MUS-171.

The purpose of this course is to develop the students' skills in the integration and incorporation of a variety of computer-assisted teaching and learning tools into their music curricula. These skills include MIDI Notation Software as well as Sequencing Software. They will examine and evaluate multimedia and computer-assisted-instructor lessons. The Internet will be examined as a tool for music instruction including the creation of a music education web site. Students will evaluate music hardware and software to judge its appropriateness for particular educational applications, different learning styles, and different grade levels. Students will also use software that can enhance communication to parents as well as organize their future classrooms. Prerequisites: MUS-261, MUS-263, MUS-165 or equivalency, and EDU-250.

Students will be introduced to topics in MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface), notation, MIDI controllers, and Internet music resources for PC-compatible computers. Prerequisite: MUS-162 or equivalent.

This course will be divided into three modules. Module one: basic understanding of vocal production and pedagogy. Special emphasis on the development of the voice from a young age through adulthood. Module two: choral techniques pertaining to development of good choral tone and musicianship. Emphasis on rehearsal techniques and choral sound. Module three: literature for various levels and styles; efficient organization and operation of a choral ensemble. Prerequisite: MUS-285.

This course is designed to give the music major hands-on experience with woodwind instruments. More specifically students will perform on, teach, and explore how woodwind instruments operate. While it is common practice that this type of study is explored in the teacher education process, it has become necessary for instrumental performers of many types to also teach others how to replicate what they do. Thus, for the performance, church music, and the applied majors this course will provide more advanced knowledge and pedagogy skills for such related careers.

This course is designed for students to learn the fundamentals of technique on violin, viola, cello, and bass. An important focus of this course is to provide students an orientation to and experience with the fundamentals of pedagogy. Advanced pedagogy assignments as well as special assignments will be given to performance majors.

This course is designed to assist students in developing beginning to intermediate level performing skills on snare drum, keyboard percussion, timpani, accessories, drum set and marching percussion instruments. Students will also learn effective approaches to teaching percussion suitable for use at the Middle School and High School levels.

This course is designed to give Music Majors concentrated knowledge of brass instruments as well as allow them to acquire sufficient skill to develop and demonstrate good tone and technique at the intermediate level. Further, an important focus of this course is to provide students an orientation to and experience with the fundamentals of pedagogy. Advanced pedagogy assignments as well as special assignments will be given to performance majors.

An introductory survey in basic conducting techniques applicable to both choral and instrumental music. The focus of this course will be on the mastery of standard beat patterns as well as communication of cues, tempo, dynamics, mood, and other musical nuances. Techniques will be applied and evaluated through in-class conducting. Other related topics will include score study, rehearsal techniques, baton grip, and selection of choral and instrumental literature.

A course devoted to the study and application of advanced techniques in choral and instrumental conducting. The course will focus on that which is technically challenging for the conductor or that which requires an alternative conducting gesture. Literature chosen for in-class application and evaluation will include chant (non-metric), recitative, and other excerpts from works that utilize combined vocal and instrumental forces, and multimetric and polymetric music. Related topics will include core preparation and study, nontraditional notation, performance practice in various stylistic periods, rehearsal planning for large vocal and orchestral works, recruiting and administrative duties involved in a choral or instrumental music program. Prerequisite: MUS-285.

Marching Band Techniques is available to all music education majors and is meant to give students the knowledge of how to lead a marching band program in today's secondary schools. The class will focus on all aspects of the modern marching band, including history, rehearsal techniques, drill design, uniform care and selection, color guard, drum majors, marching instruments, and organization skills.

This course is applicable for all students interested in exploring the area of improvisation. The scope of the course will cover basic jazz theory and creating a meaningful improvisational solo. The design of the course will encompass both playing participation and lecture. This course is open to any instrumentalist. Prerequisites: MUS-215 and MUS-261. The professor must grant permission for enrollment.

Deals with show choir literature and performance techniques. Involves visits to area high schools to observe rehearsals and programs, lectures by local choral directors, and practical experience in organization and handling of a show choir. Offered alternate years.

This course is a survey of the history of musical theatre from its beginning to present-day productions.

An introduction to orchestration, transcription, and arranging. Emphasis on the acquisition and development of the practical skills necessary to adapt and arrange music for a variety of uses and mediums. Prerequisites: MUS-162, MUS-261, and MUS-264.

Study of applied music at junior level of study, requires private lesson fee. Meets one hour each week.

This course provides individual instruction in the performance techniques and literature of the instruments and voice. Emphasis is placed on the development of a sound technical foundation, familiarity with the performance approaches and the study of the instrument's vast literature. Upon successful completion, students will be able to demonstrate proficiency in technical skills and repertoire through performance. An additional fee per semester is required.

This course provides individual instruction in the performance techniques and literature of the instruments and voice. Emphasis is placed on the development of a sound technical foundation, familiarity with the performance approaches and the study of the instrument's vast literature. Upon successful completion, students will be able to demonstrate proficiency in technical skills and repertoire through performance. An additional fee per semester is required.

Songwriting Lab is a collaborative lab setting in which various songwriters, whether they favor the lyrical or musical discipline, can present their own works and have them evaluated by their peers and instructors. Songwriting Lab will focus on the individual projects of the students/groups of students but will also provide exercises which will help each of the student's progress in the field of songwriting. No prerequisites but strongly encourages that the student take MUS-134 and/or MUS-234 in conjunction with one of the lab sessions.

This course is for more advanced level of competency in keyboard playing and includes technical studies (2 octave scales and arpeggios in all keys, hands together), late intermediate repertoire, harmonization using secondary dominant with stylized accompaniment, 3-4 part vocal score reading, art song accompaniment, selected patriotic songs, and 4 part texture transposition to neighboring keys.

Assessment and Evaluation Techniques for Music Therapy is a study of current assessment and evaluation procedures used in music therapy and the application of observational recording and behavior modification techniques in educational, social, and therapeutic settings. A data-based model of providing music therapy services is explored in detail. Research models are also explored. Prerequisites: PSY-150, MUS-104, and MUS-206.

This course examines the psychological basis of music and human behavior. Study will include music perception, cognition, response, and creation as it relates to the influence of music on behavior. Prerequisite: MUS-104, MUS-206, MUS-207 and MUS-209. Must be completed prior to taking this course.

Psychology of Music examines music and the human psyche. Topics include auditory and musical perception, music cognition, creativity and esthetic experience, listening styles and strategies, music and human emotions, and the social psychology of musical activities. In addition, the course will touch on aspects related to performance, music and the brain, and methodological issues in music research. Prerequisites: PSY-150, MUS-104. MUS-206, MUS-207 and MUS-209. Must be completed prior to taking this course.

Study of applied music for the music minor at the advanced level of study, requires a private lesson fee. Meets one-half hour each week. Prerequisites: MUS-111, MUS-112, MUS-211 and MUS-212.

Study of the characteristics of orchestra and other instruments and techniques for scoring for these instruments in various combinations. Prerequisite: MUS-261.

Music therapy practicum level 2 continues to provide the practicum student with opportunities to explore the therapeutic process and the dynamics of client-therapist relationships through clinical sessions and observations. The course encourages the development of musical and clinical skills to become a competent music therapist. The course focuses on the application of academic theories, concepts and skills in the clinical setting. Prerequisites: MUS-104, MUS-206, and MUS-207.

Designed for Piano majors to increase advanced functional skill as pianists. Harmonization of melodies involving primary, substitute, secondary dominant and seventh chords, modulation, by-ear playing and improvisation, transposition of hymns at sight, more challenging assignments in vocal and instrumental scores, accompaniments, patriotic songs, and sight-reading (solo, ensemble), hymns with adaptations. Prerequisite: MUS-119.

Music therapy practicum, level 3, provides the first-time practicum student with opportunities to explore the therapeutic process and the dynamics of client-therapist relationships through clinical sessions and observations. The course encourages the development of musical and clinical skills to become a competent music therapist. The course focuses on the application of academic theories, concepts and skills in the clinical setting. Prerequisites: MUS-104, MUS-206 and MUS-207.

This course is a partial fulfillment of the requirements of Bachelor of Music in performance and theory/composition. The course includes individual instruction in the performance techniques and literature of the instruments and voice. Upon completion, students will have developed a 30 minute program of music and be required to give a public performance. The program should demonstrate a proficiency of various periods, contrasting styles, genres and languages (vocal). An additional fee per semester is required. Prerequisites: Students must have passed their Upper Divisional Hearing and had at least 4 semesters of applied study prior to this course.

Designed for music majors and electives who may become independent piano teachers; study of teaching methods, materials, and literature emphasizing early through intermediate levels; student observation/teaching experiences; business aspects. Offered alternate years.

Designed to assist the pastor in working with the musician, aid the musician in using music to create the desired environment for worship, and assist the member of the congregation in his understanding of the worship service. A basic study of hymnology is included.

A comprehensive investigation of the instrumental music program. Emphasis will be placed on the development of the band and orchestra program including literature, teaching techniques, marching band, orchestra, concert band, jazz band, chamber music, and school, community, and parent support.

Required of organ majors; techniques of teaching as applied to organ teaching; involves a review of organ methods and teaching guides. A pedagogy student will do a limited amount of student teaching. Offered on demand.

A comprehensive course covering the instruction skills necessary for vocal studio practice. Topics include vocal anatomy, diagnostic skills and philosophies and methods of teaching correct vocal production. This class includes a brief overview of private studio business practices. Offered Spring (every other year).

Designed for the upper class voice major to introduce significant song composers and to perform representative selections from their works. Students will become acquainted with composer styles, art songs, opera and oratorio excerpts, and song cycles through listening and performance. Prerequisite: MUS-125 or MUS-225 and at least three semesters of applied vocal studies. Offered Spring.

A survey of the history of music through the work of the great composers. The course covers the evolution of style and form to about 1750.

A survey of the history of music through the work of the great composers, past and present. The course covers the evolution of style and form from 1750 into the Twentieth Century.

This course introduces students to standard Symphonic/Orchestral Literature. Students become acquainted with the development of the orchestra from the late baroque through present day and are familiarized with the most significant composers of Symphonic Literature through representative works. Prerequisites: MUS-265 and MUS-180.

Advanced studies of conducting. For upper-class majors. By permission of the instructor. Requires applied lesson fee. Offered on demand.

This course is designed to present an introduction to the general music program in the elementary schools. Its purpose is to sharpen musical skills and sensitivity, create and teach lessons based on specific concepts at appropriate grade levels, and develop insights into current music education approaches and methodology (Orff, Kodaly, Dalcroze, etc.). Performance skills in soprano recorder, autoharp, and guitar will also be included.

This course provides a practicum experience for K-12 music education majors in elementary-level classrooms in public or private schools. Students will observe/assist an experienced elementary music teacher who will serve as the cooperating teacher for the practicum. Students will teach a minimum of three lessons in the elementary classroom, and will be observed and evaluated by both IWU Music Education faculty and Education Division faculty. Graded as a Credit/No Credit class. Co-requisite: MUS-383. Permission of the Music Education faculty and Division of Education to take this course in conjunction with EDU-382C.

An introduction to computer applications in music with an emphasis on programs of particular pertinence to music educators.

Students will work under a faculty mentor in their major and in cooperation with an Honors College advisor, producing a research thesis or creative project.

Study of applied music at senior level of study, requires private lesson fee. Meets one hour each week.

This course provides individual instruction in the performance techniques and literature of the instruments and voice. Emphasis is placed on the development of a sound technical foundation, familiarity with the performance approaches and the study of the instrument's vast literature. Upon successful completion, students will be able to demonstrate proficiency in technical skills and repertoire through performance. An additional fee per semester is required.

This course provides individual instruction in the performance techniques and literature of the instruments and voice. Emphasis is placed on the development of a sound technical foundation, familiarity with the performance approaches and the study of the instrument's vast literature. Upon successful completion, students will be able to demonstrate proficiency in technical skills and repertoire through performance. An additional fee per semester is required.

Songwriting Lab is a collaborative lab setting in which various songwriters, whether they favor the lyrical or musical discipline, can present their own works and have them evaluated by their peers and instructors. Songwriting Lab will focus on the individual projects of the students/groups of students but will also provide exercises which will help each of the student's progress in the field of songwriting. No prerequisites but strongly encourages that the student take MUS-134 and/or MUS-234 in conjunction with one of the lab sessions.

Students are placed in a local clinical setting where they gain supervised, clinical experience in the implementation of music therapy treatment. Group support is a major component of the internship as well as development of session planning and implementation skills. Open to Music Therapy Majors with Senior status only.

Music Therapy Research will examine how music therapists document the processes and products of what they do. After covering assessment and data-gathering techniques, it offers a survey of research methodology, ways to analyze data, and ethical considerations in music therapy practice. Students participate in designing, implementing, and analyzing the results of a music therapy experiment. Prerequisite: MUS-104, MUS-206, MUS-207 and MUS-209. Must be completed prior to taking this course.

Music therapy practicum, level 4, provides the first-time practicum student with opportunities to explore the therapeutic process and the dynamics of client-therapist relationships through clinical sessions and observations. The course encourages the development of musical and clinical skills to become a competent music therapist. The course focuses on the application of academic theories, concepts and skills in the clinical setting. Prerequisites: MUS-104, MUS-206 and MUS-207.

Students enroll in this course for the final semester of applied study in preparation for the required recital. Two hour lesson per week for one semester. An additional fee per semester is required.

As a substitution for the senior recital, church music majors may do a faculty coached recital/cantata/program that would have musical and practical value in a local church setting.

Students enroll in this course for the final semester of the theory/composition emphasis. During this term a final project is completed which may be a composition in a large form or a recital of several smaller compositions and/or a large project in music analysis. Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor.

Structured to be a capstone course for all Church Music Majors. Involves work in a local church. The student is required to meet for a half-hour session each week to discuss the practicum project. A minimum of 10 hours of observation and 15 hour of " hands on" work is required. For the Church Music minor, 7 hours of observation and 10 hours of practical work are required.

Musical Theatre Showcase serves as the capstone course for the BFA in Musical Theatre. This course provides students with the experience of preparing and performing a work or collection of works for industry professionals. This Showcase will contain two performances, one local/regional and one national (Chicago, NYC, etc.). Prerequisite: Successful completion of course requirements for BFA in Musical Theatre leading up to senior year.

Advanced studies of chosen subject. For upper-class majors. By permission of instructor. Requires independent study fee.

Advanced studies in music education. For upper-class majors. By permission of instructor. Requires independent study fee.

Advanced studies and research in a selected topic that is chosen by the student and approved by the music education faculty member. For upper-class majors. By permission of the instructor. Requires independent study fee.

This course is a study of aesthetic perception and experience when encountering musical art. Considered will be the human capacity for aesthetic response, contemporary theories of aesthetic encounter, and the historic origins of aesthetics in Euro-centric and American musical art. Modes of aesthetic scanning as applied to various streams of artistic activity in music will be studied as well.

This course is designed to lay a foundation for understanding and appreciating the related arts, in particular the aural arts (music) and the visual arts (painting, sculpture and architecture) in the Western world. The course will give the students tools to categorize and comprehend the basic elements of the arts, will systematically demonstrate the development of these arts from Antiquity to the present, and will seek out relationships between artistic periods and societal trends and events.

Foundations for Musical Criticism deals with the fundamentals of music and their application to understanding and analyzing music. Beginning with Music Theory, the goal is to develop a working knowledge of the elements of music. This foundation is used to clearly perceive and communicate observations about musical selections, to perceptively discuss aesthetic judgments, and to develop guidelines for musical appreciation of varying styles of music.

This course is a seminar in effective music teaching and learning methods for undergraduate adults that are not music majors. With emphasis on the non-traditional adult learner, the course will cover the key learning, teaching, and instructional design principles associated with andragogy within the context of a liberal arts curriculum elective in music. Syllabus design, lesson planning, in-class teaching, and music course assessment learning activities are included.

This course is a series of learning activities designed to develop the knowledge and skills necessary to deliver effective instruction in musical elements, music appreciation, and music history through various current technology-based presentation modalities. Featured will be learning activities in teaching music through editing graphic images and both audio and video recordings, designing presentation software files, using video conferencing software and hardware such as Adobe Connect@, teaching with Smart Boards, working with an on-line learning management system, and developing lessons within publisher produced, internet-based course companions such as Connect Kamien@.

This course will present a survey of non-Euro-American musical genres, including the aspects of music that are unique to these genres and that differ from Euro-American music in general. The course will cover music from west, north, and east Africa, the Middle East, India, China, Japan, and the Andes. The course will provide students an understanding of music outside the Euro-American sphere, as well as the analytic skill to recognize the use of musical elements in music throughout the world, and a realization in depth of the various philosophical and social influences affecting the music of the world.

This course will present a survey of Western music from ancient Greece to the 20th century, including how the elements of music are designed by God to provide opportunity for theosis and koinonia, and how the elements of music were used by composers and performers in early Christianity, and the medieval, Renaissance/Reformation, Baroque, Classic, Romantic, nationalist, and modern eras. The course will provide students with the analytic skill to recognize the use of musical elements and their effects, and a realization in depth of the various philosophical and social influences that affected Western music in each of the historical eras.