Music
Division IV Chair: V. McDonald
Department Chair: J. Clavere
Faculty: K. Beers, T. Bratton, M. Calkins, J. Clavere, L. Clavere, E. DiSavino, J. Dreiling, D. Drewek, S. Gleaves, J. Hedger, X. Hong, G. Rascon, Jr., D. Simmons, and E. Stokes
Website: http://www.berea.edu/mus/
Courses: MUS Courses; MUS Courses
Course Sequencing Table: Music
Entrance to the Major Information: Progression for MUS B.A.; Progression for MUS Education Vocal or Instrumental Emphasis, with P-12 Teaching Certification B.A.
Major/Minor Requirements: Music B.A.; Music Education Vocal or Instrumental Emphasis, with P-12 Teaching Certification B.A.; Music Minor
The Music Department assumes leadership in the musical arts area for the campus. The Department offers private instruction in several instruments, and a variety of large and small instrumental and vocal ensembles. In addition, the Department offers a clearly defined succession of courses leading to a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Music, Music Education—Vocal, and Music Education—Instrumental. Both Music Education programs lead to P-12 teacher certification. (See section to follow for requirements and recommendations for Music Education majors.)
A Music minor is also offered (requirements to follow the major program sections).
In addition to supporting students' achievement of the Aims of General Education, the Music Department seeks to assist students in meeting the following learning goals and associated learning outcomes:
Music Student Learning Goals & Outcomes
Learning Goal 1: Basic Skills and Knowledge
Learning Outcome 1.1: Perceptual and Conceptual Skills
Develop perceptual (listening and hearing) and conceptual (thinking and understanding) skills basic to a knowledge and appreciation of music.
Learning Goal 2: Musical Skills and Instruments
Learning Outcome 2.1: Musical Performance Skills
Develop musical performance skills through individual lessons and participation in musical ensembles.
Learning Goal 3: Broader Context of Musicianship
Learning Outcome 3.1: Knowledge of Music History and Theory
Integrate knowledge of music history, literature and theory with interpretation and evaluation of music.
Learning Goal 4: Development of a Strong Pedagogical Base for Teaching Music
Learning Outcome 4.1: An Understanding of Music in all Areas
Demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of the philosophical, historical, sociological, and psychological foundations of music education.
Learning Outcome 4.2: Proficiency in Different Musical Instruments and Methods
Demonstrate proficiency with a broad range of methodologies, materials, and technologies for the teaching of music in myriad settings.
Learning Outcome 4.3: Repertoire Musical Knowledge
Demonstrate an appropriate repertoire of musical knowledge.