Catalog 2024-2025

MUS - Music

MUS 100 Music Fundamentals

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

Spartan Studies:

VPA

Credit Hours: 3

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 music events on campus.

Spartan Studies:

VPA

Credit Hours: 3

MUS 105 Basic Guitar Class

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

Spartan Studies:

VPA

Credit Hours: 2

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.

Spartan Studies:

VPA

Credit Hours: 4

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.

Spartan Studies:

VPA

Credit Hours: 4

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.

Spartan Studies:

VPA

Credit Hours: 2

Prerequisites

C or better in MUS 100 or MUS 122, or a satisfactory score on the Music Department's Music Theory Placement Exam, or a score of 3 or better on the nonaural subscore of the AP Music Theory Exam.

MUS 111 Piano Class II

Intermediate group lessons in piano skills and repertoire, given in the electronic piano lab.

Spartan Studies:

VPA

Credit Hours: 2

Prerequisites

C or better in MUS 110 or an equivalent course.

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

Prerequisites

C or better in MUS 122 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

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

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.

Spartan Studies:

VPA

Credit Hours: 3

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.

Spartan Studies:

VPA

Credit Hours: 2

Prerequisites

MUS 114 or permission of instructor.

MUS 117 Musicianship for Performing Arts I

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

Credit Hours: 1

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

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, counterpoint and diatonic chord function.
Credit Hours: 3

MUS 123 Music Theory II

A continuation of MUS 122 including nonchord tones, cadences and phrase structure, chromatic harmony and modulation, jazz chord and scale theory, contemporary form and analysis, and principles of notation.
Credit Hours: 3

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 Technique 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: 3

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

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

Prerequisites

MUS 127.

Corequisites

MUS 118.

MUS 135 Alexander Technique for Wellness

An introduction to the Alexander Technique designed to help performing artists and anyone who is seeking to achieve a more natural physicality, to 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

MUS 136 Alexander Technique Lessons

Continuing and repeatable private study in the Alexander Technique, to further develop a more natural physicality, to discover and gradually eliminate harmful patterns in the use of one's body, and to develop better use that facilitates coordination, efficiency, increased energy and injury prevention.
Credit Hours: 1–2

Prerequisites

MUS 135

MUS 147 Studio Lessons: Organ

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 towards the music minor. Studio Lessons courses may be repeated for credit.

Spartan Studies:

VPA

Credit Hours: 1

Prerequisites

Music majors in secondary applied area, or permission of Department Chair.

Corequisites

Enrollment in a Music Department ensemble related to the performance area of the Studio Lessons.

MUS 149 Studio Lessons: Harpsichord

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 towards the music minor. Studio Lessons courses may be repeated for credit.

Spartan Studies:

VPA

Credit Hours: 1

Prerequisites

Music majors in secondary applied area, or permission of Department Chair.

Corequisites

Enrollment in a Music Department ensemble related to the performance area of the Studio Lessons.

MUS 150 Studio Lessons: Piano

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 towards the music minor. Studio Lessons courses may be repeated for credit.

Spartan Studies:

VPA

Credit Hours: 1

Prerequisites

Music majors in secondary applied area, or permission of Department Chair.

Corequisites

Enrollment in a Music Department ensemble related to the performance area of the Studio Lessons.

MUS 151 Studio Lessons: Voice

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 towards the music minor. Studio Lessons courses may be repeated for credit.

Spartan Studies:

VPA

Credit Hours: 1

Prerequisites

Music majors in secondary applied area, or permission of Department Chair.

Corequisites

Enrollment in a Music Department ensemble related to the performance area of the Studio Lessons.

MUS 152 Studio Lessons: Flute

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 towards the music minor. Studio Lessons courses may be repeated for credit.

Spartan Studies:

VPA

Credit Hours: 1

Prerequisites

Music majors in secondary applied area, or permission of Department Chair.

Corequisites

Enrollment in a Music Department ensemble related to the performance area of the Studio Lessons.

MUS 153 Studio Lessons: Oboe

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 towards the music minor. Studio Lessons courses may be repeated for credit.

Spartan Studies:

VPA

Credit Hours: 1

Prerequisites

Music majors in secondary applied area, or permission of Department Chair.

Corequisites

Enrollment in a Music Department ensemble related to the performance area of the Studio Lessons.

MUS 154 Studio Lessons: Clarinet

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 towards the music minor. Studio Lessons courses may be repeated for credit.

Spartan Studies:

VPA

Credit Hours: 1

Prerequisites

Music majors in secondary applied area, or permission of Department Chair.

Corequisites

Enrollment in a Music Department ensemble related to the performance area of the Studio Lessons.

MUS 155 Studio Lessons: Bassoon

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 towards the music minor. Studio Lessons courses may be repeated for credit.

Spartan Studies:

VPA

Credit Hours: 1

Prerequisites

Music majors in secondary applied area, or permission of Department Chair.

Corequisites

Enrollment in a Music Department ensemble related to the performance area of the Studio Lessons.

MUS 156 Studio Lessons: Saxophone

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 towards the music minor. Studio Lessons courses may be repeated for credit.

Spartan Studies:

VPA

Credit Hours: 1

Prerequisites

Music majors in secondary applied area, or permission of Department Chair.

Corequisites

Enrollment in a Music Department ensemble related to the performance area of the Studio Lessons.

MUS 157 Studio Lessons: Trumpet

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 towards the music minor. Studio Lessons courses may be repeated for credit.

Spartan Studies:

VPA

Credit Hours: 1

Prerequisites

Music majors in secondary applied area, or permission of Department Chair.

Corequisites

Enrollment in a Music Department ensemble related to the performance area of the Studio Lessons.

MUS 158 Studio Lessons: French Horn

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 towards the music minor. Studio Lessons courses may be repeated for credit.

Spartan Studies:

VPA

Credit Hours: 1

Prerequisites

Music majors in secondary applied area, or permission of Department Chair.

Corequisites

Enrollment in a Music Department ensemble related to the performance area of the Studio Lessons.

MUS 159 Studio Lessons: Trombone

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 towards the music minor. Studio Lessons courses may be repeated for credit.

Spartan Studies:

VPA

Credit Hours: 1

Prerequisites

Music majors in secondary applied area, or permission of Department Chair.

Corequisites

Enrollment in a Music Department ensemble related to the performance area of the Studio Lessons.

MUS 160 Studio Lessons: Euphonium

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 towards the music minor. Studio Lessons courses may be repeated for credit.

Spartan Studies:

VPA

Credit Hours: 1

Prerequisites

Music majors in secondary applied area, or permission of Department Chair.

Corequisites

Enrollment in a Music Department ensemble related to the performance area of the Studio Lessons.

MUS 161 Studio Lessons: Tuba

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 towards the music minor. Studio Lessons courses may be repeated for credit.

Spartan Studies:

VPA

Credit Hours: 1

Prerequisites

Music majors in secondary applied area, or permission of Department Chair.

Corequisites

Enrollment in a Music Department ensemble related to the performance area of the Studio Lessons.

MUS 162 Studio Lessons: Percussion

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 towards the music minor. Studio Lessons courses may be repeated for credit.

Spartan Studies:

VPA

Credit Hours: 1

Prerequisites

Music majors in secondary applied area, or permission of Department Chair.

Corequisites

Enrollment in a Music Department ensemble related to the performance area of the Studio Lessons.

MUS 163 Studio Lessons: Violin

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 towards the music minor. Studio Lessons courses may be repeated for credit.

Spartan Studies:

VPA

Credit Hours: 1

Prerequisites

Music majors in secondary applied area, or permission of Department Chair.

Corequisites

Enrollment in a Music Department ensemble related to the performance area of the Studio Lessons.

MUS 164 Studio Lessons: Viola

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 towards the music minor. Studio Lessons courses may be repeated for credit.

Spartan Studies:

VPA

Credit Hours: 1

Prerequisites

Music majors in secondary applied area, or permission of Department Chair.

Corequisites

Enrollment in a Music Department ensemble related to the performance area of the Studio Lessons.

MUS 165 Studio Lessons: Cello

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 towards the music minor. Studio Lessons courses may be repeated for credit.

Spartan Studies:

VPA

Credit Hours: 1

Prerequisites

Music majors in secondary applied area, or permission of Department Chair.

Corequisites

Enrollment in a Music Department ensemble related to the performance area of the Studio Lessons.

MUS 166 Studio Lessons: Double Bass

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 towards the music minor. Studio Lessons courses may be repeated for credit.

Spartan Studies:

VPA

Credit Hours: 1

Prerequisites

Music majors in secondary applied area, or permission of Department Chair.

Corequisites

Enrollment in a Music Department ensemble related to the performance area of the Studio Lessons.

MUS 167 Studio Lessons: Classical Guitar

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 towards the music minor. Studio Lessons courses may be repeated for credit.

Spartan Studies:

VPA

Credit Hours: 1

Prerequisites

Music majors in secondary applied area, or permission of Department Chair.

Corequisites

Enrollment in a Music Department ensemble related to the performance area of the Studio Lessons.

MUS 171 Studio Lessons: Harp

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 towards the music minor. Studio Lessons courses may be repeated for credit.

Spartan Studies:

VPA

Credit Hours: 1

Prerequisites

Music majors in secondary applied area, or permission of Department Chair.

Corequisites

Enrollment in a Music Department ensemble related to the performance area of the Studio Lessons.

MUS 172 Studio Lessons: Contemporary Guitar

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 towards the music minor. Studio Lessons courses may be repeated for credit.

Spartan Studies:

VPA

Credit Hours: 1

Prerequisites

Music majors in secondary applied area, or permission of Department Chair.

Corequisites

Enrollment in a Music Department ensemble related to the performance area of the Studio Lessons.

MUS 173 Studio Lessons: Contemporary Keyboard

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 towards the music minor. Studio Lessons courses may be repeated for credit.

Spartan Studies:

VPA

Credit Hours: 1

Prerequisites

Music majors in secondary applied area, or permission of Department Chair.

Corequisites

Enrollment in a Music Department ensemble related to the performance area of the Studio Lessons.

MUS 174 Studio Lessons: Contemporary Bass

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 towards the music minor. Studio Lessons courses may be repeated for credit.

Spartan Studies:

VPA

Credit Hours: 1

Prerequisites

Music majors in secondary applied area, or permission of Department Chair.

Corequisites

Enrollment in a Music Department ensemble related to the performance area of the Studio Lessons.

MUS 175 Studio Lessons: Contemporary Percussion

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 towards the music minor. Studio Lessons courses may be repeated for credit.

Spartan Studies:

VPA

Credit Hours: 1

Prerequisites

Music majors in secondary applied area, or permission of Department Chair.

Corequisites

Enrollment in a Music Department ensemble related to the performance area of the Studio Lessons.

MUS 176 Studio Lessons: Contemporary Technology

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 towards the music minor. Studio Lessons courses may be repeated for credit.

Spartan Studies:

VPA

Credit Hours: 1

Prerequisites

Music majors in secondary applied area, or permission of Department Chair.

Corequisites

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.

Spartan Studies:

VPA

Credit Hours: 3

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. Open to all University students without audition.

Spartan Studies:

VPA

Credit Hours: 0-1

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.

Spartan Studies:

TBH

Credit Hours: 4

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

Prerequisites

MUS 200 with a grade of C or better

MUS 205 Intro to Music Education, Human Development and Diversity

An introduction to music teaching and learning (K-12) with emphasis on the stages of human development and diversity.

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 scheduled events.

Spartan Studies:

VPA

Credit Hours: 2

Corequisites

MUS 269

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

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

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. C or better in MUS 113 and MUS 123, or equivalent courses.

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

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.

Spartan Studies:

VPA

Credit Hours: 3

MUS 222 Music Theory III

A continuation of MUS 123 that includes form and analysis of Baroque, Classical, and Romantic period forms, analysis and composition of modal and tonal counterpoint, and further understanding of chromatic harmony and enharmonicism.
Credit Hours: 3

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: 3

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

MUS 225 Vocal and Choral Methods

A fundamental study of content, methodologies, philosophies, materials, technologies, and curriculum development for vocal and choral music. Includes development of vocal and pedagogical skill sufficient to teach effective use of the voice.

Credit Hours: 2

MUS 226 String Methods

A fundamental study of content, methodologies, philosophies, materials, technologies, and curriculum development for string instruments. Includes development of knowledge and performance ability on string instruments sufficient to teach beginning students effectively in groups.
Credit Hours: 2

MUS 228 Brass Methods

A fundamental study of content, methodologies, philosophies, materials, technologies, and curriculum development for brass instruments. Includes development of knowledge and performance ability on brass instruments sufficient to teach beginning students effectively in groups.
Credit Hours: 2

MUS 229 Percussion Methods

A fundamental study of content, methodologies, philosophies, materials, technologies, and curriculum development for percussion instruments. Includes development of knowledge and performance ability on percussion instruments sufficient to teach beginning students effectively in groups.

Credit Hours: 2

MUS 230 Woodwind Methods I: Single Reeds

A fundamental study of content, methodologies, philosophies, materials, technologies, and curriculum development for clarinet and saxophone. Includes development of knowledge and performance ability on clarinet and saxophone sufficient to teach beginning students effectively in groups.

Credit Hours: 2

MUS 231 Woodwind Methods II: Double Reeds and Flute

A fundamental study of content, methodologies, philosophies, materials, technologies, and curriculum development for flute, oboe and bassoon. Includes development of knowledge and performance ability on flute, oboe and bassoon sufficient to teach beginning students effectively in groups.

Credit Hours: 2

MUS 232 Guitar Methods

A fundamental study of content, methodologies, philosophies, materials, technologies, and curriculum development for guitar. Includes development of knowledge and performance ability on guitar sufficient to teach beginning students effectively in groups.

Credit Hours: 1

MUS 234 Music in Film and Games

Music in Film and Games is a course, open to both music majors and non-majors, with a focus on the history, aesthetics and techniques of music for cinema, games, and emerging media formats. Students will develop their ability to produce scholarly writing about music through listening, analysis, research, and critical thinking.

Spartan Studies:

TBH

Credit Hours: 4

MUS 235 Introduction to Rock

Introduction to Rock is a course, open to both music majors and non-majors, with a focus on the history, aesthetics and techniques of rock music, and its stylistic diversity. Students will develop their ability to produce scholarly writing about music through listening, analysis, research, and critical thinking.

Spartan Studies:

TBH

Credit Hours: 4

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

MUS 242 Career Development and Audition Seminar

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

Credit Hours: 3

Prerequisites

Musical Theatre majors only, or permission of instructor.

MUS 243 Performance Internship

Optional elective for Musical Theatre majors. Students are auditioned for placement in performance or technical theatre internships with local entertainment organizations. Special off-campus arrangements can be made with permission of the co-directors of the Musical Theatre program.

Credit Hours: 1

Prerequisites

Junior or senior standing. Musical Theatre majors only.

MUS 245 Special Project in Music

Credit Hours: 1–4

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.

Spartan Studies:

VPA

Credit Hours: 0-1

Prerequisites

Audition or instructor permission required.

MUS 247 Studio Lessons: Organ

200-level Studio Lessons (2-credit, 50-minute weekly lessons) are for music majors or minors studying in their primary performance area only. Students must be concurrently enrolled in a co-requisite ensemble that is related to their Studio Lessons course. Studio Lessons courses may be repeated for credit.

Credit Hours: 2

Prerequisites

Music majors, music minors, or musical theatre majors in their primary applied area only.

Corequisites

Enrollment in a Music Department ensemble related to the performance area of the Studio Lesson.

MUS 249 Studio Lessons: Harpsichord

200-level Studio Lessons (2-credit, 50-minute weekly lessons) are for music majors or minors studying in their primary performance area only. Students must be concurrently enrolled in a co-requisite ensemble that is related to their Studio Lessons course. Studio Lessons courses may be repeated for credit.

Credit Hours: 2

Prerequisites

Music majors, music minors, or musical theatre majors in their primary applied area only.

Corequisites

Enrollment in a Music Department ensemble related to the performance area of the Studio Lesson.

MUS 250 Studio Lessons: Piano

200-level Studio Lessons (2-credit, 50-minute weekly lessons) are for music majors or minors studying in their primary performance area only. Students must be concurrently enrolled in a co-requisite ensemble that is related to their Studio Lessons course. Studio Lessons courses may be repeated for credit.

Credit Hours: 2

Prerequisites

Music majors, music minors, or musical theatre majors in their primary applied area only.

Corequisites

Enrollment in a Music Department ensemble related to the performance area of the Studio Lesson.

MUS 251 Studio Lessons: Voice

200-level Studio Lessons (2-credit, 50-minute weekly lessons) are for music majors or minors studying in their primary performance area only. Students must be concurrently enrolled in a co-requisite ensemble that is related to their Studio Lessons course. Studio Lessons courses may be repeated for credit.

Credit Hours: 2

Prerequisites

Music majors, music minors, or musical theatre majors in their primary applied area only.

Corequisites

Enrollment in a Music Department ensemble related to the performance area of the Studio Lesson.

MUS 252 Studio Lessons: Flute

200-level Studio Lessons (2-credit, 50-minute weekly lessons) are for music majors or minors studying in their primary performance area only. Students must be concurrently enrolled in a co-requisite ensemble that is related to their Studio Lessons course. Studio Lessons courses may be repeated for credit.

Credit Hours: 2

Prerequisites

Music majors, music minors, or musical theatre majors in their primary applied area only.

Corequisites

Enrollment in a Music Department ensemble related to the performance area of the Studio Lesson.

MUS 253 Studio Lessons: Oboe

200-level Studio Lessons (2-credit, 50-minute weekly lessons) are for music majors or minors studying in their primary performance area only. Students must be concurrently enrolled in a co-requisite ensemble that is related to their Studio Lessons course. Studio Lessons courses may be repeated for credit.

Credit Hours: 2

Prerequisites

Music majors, music minors, or musical theatre majors in their primary applied area only.

Corequisites

Enrollment in a Music Department ensemble related to the performance area of the Studio Lesson.

MUS 254 Studio Lessons: Clarinet

200-level Studio Lessons (2-credit, 50-minute weekly lessons) are for music majors or minors studying in their primary performance area only. Students must be concurrently enrolled in a co-requisite ensemble that is related to their Studio Lessons course. Studio Lessons courses may be repeated for credit.

Credit Hours: 2

Prerequisites

Music majors, music minors, or musical theatre majors in their primary applied area only.

Corequisites

Enrollment in a Music Department ensemble related to the performance area of the Studio Lesson.

MUS 255 Studio Lessons: Bassoon

200-level Studio Lessons (2-credit, 50-minute weekly lessons) are for music majors or minors studying in their primary performance area only. Students must be concurrently enrolled in a co-requisite ensemble that is related to their Studio Lessons course. Studio Lessons courses may be repeated for credit.

Credit Hours: 2

Prerequisites

Music majors, music minors, or musical theatre majors in their primary applied area only.

Corequisites

Enrollment in a Music Department ensemble related to the performance area of the Studio Lesson.

MUS 256 Studio Lessons: Saxophone

200-level Studio Lessons (2-credit, 50-minute weekly lessons) are for music majors or minors studying in their primary performance area only. Students must be concurrently enrolled in a co-requisite ensemble that is related to their Studio Lessons course. Studio Lessons courses may be repeated for credit.

Credit Hours: 2

Prerequisites

Music majors, music minors, or musical theatre majors in their primary applied area only.

Corequisites

Enrollment in a Music Department ensemble related to the performance area of the Studio Lesson.

MUS 257 Studio Lessons: Trumpet

200-level Studio Lessons (2-credit, 50-minute weekly lessons) are for music majors or minors studying in their primary performance area only. Students must be concurrently enrolled in a co-requisite ensemble that is related to their Studio Lessons course. Studio Lessons courses may be repeated for credit.

Credit Hours: 2

Prerequisites

Music majors, music minors, or musical theatre majors in their primary applied area only.

Corequisites

Enrollment in a Music Department ensemble related to the performance area of the Studio Lesson.

MUS 258 Studio Lessons: French Horn

200-level Studio Lessons (2-credit, 50-minute weekly lessons) are for music majors or minors studying in their primary performance area only. Students must be concurrently enrolled in a co-requisite ensemble that is related to their Studio Lessons course. Studio Lessons courses may be repeated for credit.

Credit Hours: 2

Prerequisites

Music majors, music minors, or musical theatre majors in their primary applied area only.

Corequisites

Enrollment in a Music Department ensemble related to the performance area of the Studio Lesson.

MUS 259 Studio Lessons: Trombone

200-level Studio Lessons (2-credit, 50-minute weekly lessons) are for music majors or minors studying in their primary performance area only. Students must be concurrently enrolled in a co-requisite ensemble that is related to their Studio Lessons course. Studio Lessons courses may be repeated for credit.

Credit Hours: 2

Prerequisites

Music majors, music minors, or musical theatre majors in their primary applied area only.

Corequisites

Enrollment in a Music Department ensemble related to the performance area of the Studio Lesson.

MUS 260 Studio Lessons: Euphonium

200-level Studio Lessons (2-credit, 50-minute weekly lessons) are for music majors or minors studying in their primary performance area only. Students must be concurrently enrolled in a co-requisite ensemble that is related to their Studio Lessons course. Studio Lessons courses may be repeated for credit.

Credit Hours: 2

Prerequisites

Music majors, music minors, or musical theatre majors in their primary applied area only.

Corequisites

Enrollment in a Music Department ensemble related to the performance area of the Studio Lesson.

MUS 261 Studio Lessons: Tuba

200-level Studio Lessons (2-credit, 50-minute weekly lessons) are for music majors or minors studying in their primary performance area only. Students must be concurrently enrolled in a co-requisite ensemble that is related to their Studio Lessons course. Studio Lessons courses may be repeated for credit.

Credit Hours: 2

Prerequisites

Music majors, music minors, or musical theatre majors in their primary applied area only.

Corequisites

Enrollment in a Music Department ensemble related to the performance area of the Studio Lesson.

MUS 262 Studio Lessons: Percussion

200-level Studio Lessons (2-credit, 50-minute weekly lessons) are for music majors or minors studying in their primary performance area only. Students must be concurrently enrolled in a co-requisite ensemble that is related to their Studio Lessons course. Studio Lessons courses may be repeated for credit.

Credit Hours: 2

Prerequisites

Music majors, music minors, or musical theatre majors in their primary applied area only.

Corequisites

Enrollment in a Music Department ensemble related to the performance area of the Studio Lesson.

MUS 263 Studio Lessons: Violin

200-level Studio Lessons (2-credit, 50-minute weekly lessons) are for music majors or minors studying in their primary performance area only. Students must be concurrently enrolled in a co-requisite ensemble that is related to their Studio Lessons course. Studio Lessons courses may be repeated for credit.

Credit Hours: 2

Prerequisites

Music majors, music minors, or musical theatre majors in their primary applied area only.

Corequisites

Enrollment in a Music Department ensemble related to the performance area of the Studio Lesson.

MUS 264 Studio Lessons: Viola

200-level Studio Lessons (2-credit, 50-minute weekly lessons) are for music majors or minors studying in their primary performance area only. Students must be concurrently enrolled in a co-requisite ensemble that is related to their Studio Lessons course. Studio Lessons courses may be repeated for credit.

Credit Hours: 2

Prerequisites

Music majors, music minors, or musical theatre majors in their primary applied area only.

Corequisites

Enrollment in a Music Department ensemble related to the performance area of the Studio Lesson.

MUS 265 Studio Lessons: Cello

200-level Studio Lessons (2-credit, 50-minute weekly lessons) are for music majors or minors studying in their primary performance area only. Students must be concurrently enrolled in a co-requisite ensemble that is related to their Studio Lessons course. Studio Lessons courses may be repeated for credit.

Credit Hours: 2

Prerequisites

Music majors, music minors, or musical theatre majors in their primary applied area only.

Corequisites

Enrollment in a Music Department ensemble related to the performance area of the Studio Lesson.

MUS 266 Studio Lessons: Double Bass

200-level Studio Lessons (2-credit, 50-minute weekly lessons) are for music majors or minors studying in their primary performance area only. Students must be concurrently enrolled in a co-requisite ensemble that is related to their Studio Lessons course. Studio Lessons courses may be repeated for credit.

Credit Hours: 2

Prerequisites

Music majors, music minors, or musical theatre majors in their primary applied area only.

Corequisites

Enrollment in a Music Department ensemble related to the performance area of the Studio Lesson.

MUS 267 Studio Lessons: Classical Guitar

200-level Studio Lessons (2-credit, 50-minute weekly lessons) are for music majors or minors studying in their primary performance area only. Students must be concurrently enrolled in a co-requisite ensemble that is related to their Studio Lessons course. Studio Lessons courses may be repeated for credit.

Credit Hours: 2

Prerequisites

Music majors, music minors, or musical theatre majors in their primary applied area only.

Corequisites

Enrollment in a Music Department ensemble related to the performance area of the Studio Lesson.

MUS 269 Recital/Concert Attendance

Observation of guest artist, faculty, and student performances for the purpose of developing greater musicianship. Requires attendance at scheduled Department of Music events.

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

Prerequisites

MUS 123 or permission of instructor

MUS 271 Studio Lessons: Harp

200-level Studio Lessons (2-credit, 50-minute weekly lessons) are for music majors or minors studying in their primary performance area only. Students must be concurrently enrolled in a co-requisite ensemble that is related to their Studio Lessons course. Studio Lessons courses may be repeated for credit.

Credit Hours: 2

Prerequisites

Music majors, music minors, or musical theatre majors in their primary applied area only.

Corequisites

Enrollment in a Music Department ensemble related to the performance area of the Studio Lesson.

MUS 272 Studio Lessons: Contemporary Guitar

200-level Studio Lessons (2-credit, 50-minute weekly lessons) are for music majors or minors studying in their primary performance area only. Students must be concurrently enrolled in a co-requisite ensemble that is related to their Studio Lessons course. Studio Lessons courses may be repeated for credit.

Credit Hours: 2

Prerequisites

Music majors, music minors, or musical theatre majors in their primary applied area only.

Corequisites

Enrollment in a Music Department ensemble related to the performance area of the Studio Lesson.

MUS 273 Studio Lessons: Contemporary Keyboard

200-level Studio Lessons (2-credit, 50-minute weekly lessons) are for music majors or minors studying in their primary performance area only. Students must be concurrently enrolled in a co-requisite ensemble that is related to their Studio Lessons course. Studio Lessons courses may be repeated for credit.

Credit Hours: 2

Prerequisites

Music majors, music minors, or musical theatre majors in their primary applied area only.

Corequisites

Enrollment in a Music Department ensemble related to the performance area of the Studio Lesson.

MUS 274 Studio Lessons: Contemporary Bass

200-level Studio Lessons (2-credit, 50-minute weekly lessons) are for music majors or minors studying in their primary performance area only. Students must be concurrently enrolled in a co-requisite ensemble that is related to their Studio Lessons course. Studio Lessons courses may be repeated for credit.

Credit Hours: 2

Prerequisites

Music majors, music minors, or musical theatre majors in their primary applied area only.

Corequisites

Enrollment in a Music Department ensemble related to the performance area of the Studio Lesson.

MUS 275 Studio Lessons: Contemporary Percussion

200-level Studio Lessons (2-credit, 50-minute weekly lessons) are for music majors or minors studying in their primary performance area only. Students must be concurrently enrolled in a co-requisite ensemble that is related to their Studio Lessons course. Studio Lessons courses may be repeated for credit.

Credit Hours: 2

Prerequisites

Music majors, music minors, or musical theatre majors in their primary applied area only.

Corequisites

Enrollment in a Music Department ensemble related to the performance area of the Studio Lesson.

MUS 276 Studio Lessons: Contemporary Technology

200-level Studio Lessons (2-credit, 50-minute weekly lessons) are for music majors or minors studying in their primary performance area only. Students must be concurrently enrolled in a co-requisite ensemble that is related to their Studio Lessons course. Studio Lessons courses may be repeated for credit.

Credit Hours: 2

Prerequisites

Music majors, music minors, or musical theatre majors in their primary applied area only.

Corequisites

Enrollment in a Music Department ensemble related to the performance area of the Studio Lesson.

MUS 277 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.  

Spartan Studies:

VPA

Credit Hours: 0-1

Prerequisites

Permission of instructor.

MUS 279 MIX Lab

The Music Improvisation & Experimentation Lab is an “open form” music ensemble open to instrumentalists (on any instrument), vocalists, and technologists. Ensemble members develop their confidence as collaborative, indie performers through free improvisation, genre bending, mashups, experimental composition, and other creative approaches to music making. MIX Lab is open to both majors and non-majors. Music reading ability is not required. The course is repeatable for credit.

Spartan Studies:

VPA

Credit Hours: 0-1

MUS 280 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.

Spartan Studies:

VPA

Credit Hours: 0-1

Prerequisites

MUS 108 or equivalent, or permission of instructor

MUS 281 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.

Spartan Studies:

VPA

Credit Hours: 0-1

MUS 282 Woodwind Ensemble

A studio/performance-oriented course.

Spartan Studies:

VPA

Credit Hours: 0-1

MUS 283 Brass Ensemble

A studio/performance-oriented course.

Spartan Studies:

VPA

Credit Hours: 0-1

MUS 284 Percussion Ensemble

A studio/performance-oriented course.

Spartan Studies:

VPA

Credit Hours: 0-1

MUS 285 Classical Guitar Ensemble

A studio/performance-oriented course.

Spartan Studies:

VPA

Credit Hours: 0-1

MUS 286 String Ensemble

A studio/performance-oriented course.

Spartan Studies:

VPA

Credit Hours: 0-1

MUS 287 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.

Spartan Studies:

VPA

Credit Hours: 0-1

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.

Spartan Studies:

VPA

Credit Hours: 0-1

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.

Spartan Studies:

VPA

Credit Hours: 0-1

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.

Spartan Studies:

VPA

Credit Hours: 0-1

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.

Spartan Studies:

VPA

Credit Hours: 0-1

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.

 

Spartan Studies:

VPA

Credit Hours: 0-1

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.

Spartan Studies:

VPA

Credit Hours: 0-1

MUS 295 University Treble Chorus

University Treble Chorus is an open-enrollment vocal ensemble for soprano and alto voices. Students who have an interest in singing, regardless of major, are invited to enroll without audition. The University Treble Chorus will perform one or two concerts per semester. The course will focus on development of healthy vocal technique, sight-reading skills and performance skills.

Spartan Studies:

VPA

Credit Hours: 0-1

MUS 297 University Concert Chorus

University Concert Chorus is an open-enrollment vocal ensemble. Students who have an interest in singing, regardless of major, are invited to enroll without audition. The University Concert Chorus will perform one or two concerts per semester. The course will focus on development of healthy vocal technique, sight-reading skills and performance skills.

Spartan Studies:

VPA

Credit Hours: 0-1

MUS 298 Opera Workshop

Opera Workshop is a small auditioned ensemble of mixed voice featuring classical vocal and golden-age musical theatre repertoires through performance of Opera, Concerto and Oratorio arias and classical art and musical theatre songs. Individuals will perform in staged solo or ensemble.

Spartan Studies:

VPA

Credit Hours: 0-1

MUS 315 Choral Conducting

A study of advanced conducting techniques with practical application to choral ensembles. Prerequisite: MUS 215.

Credit Hours: 3

Prerequisites

MUS 215

MUS 316 Instrumental Conducting

A study of advanced conducting techniques with practical application to instrumental ensembles. Prerequisite: MUS 215

Credit Hours: 3

Prerequisites

MUS 215

MUS 317 Studio Lessons: Conducting

Taught as a private studio lesson, this course provides continuing and repeatable study in the art of Conducting (Orchestral, Wind Band, and Choral) to further develop the skills necessary of any student interested in pursuing a degree as a public educator, or those interested in furthering their studies or career in conducting.

Credit Hours: 2

Prerequisites

MUS 215, and MUS 315 or MUS 316

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

Prerequisites

MUS 123

MUS 326 Recording Studio Practicum

An in-depth study of essential procedures and concepts, as well as hands-on training in technical skills, for safely, intelligently, and efficiently operating hardware and software in a professional music recording studio. This course prepares students for the FCA Recording Studio Access Examination, and provides ongoing training in recording studio technology and techniques. May be taken repeatedly for continuing access to recording studio facilities while concurrently enrolled in an upper-level music technology course.
Credit Hours: 2

Prerequisites

Music majors only, or permission of instructor. C or better in MUS 108 and MUS 109.

Corequisites

Concurrent enrollment in one of the following: MUS 245, MUS 270, MUS 272, MUS 273, MUS 274, MUS 275, MUS 276, MUS 279, MUS 280, MUS 281, MUS 331, MUS 446, or MUS 499.

MUS 331 Music Technology Seminar

Advanced studies in music technology, music industry, audio engineering, and electroacoustic music, including a wide range of topics. Course content will change each semester, with course iterations centered around different themes. Repeatable for credit.
Credit Hours: 2

Prerequisites

MUS 109 or equivalent, or permission of instructor.

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 350 Upper Division Studio Lessons

MUS 350 Upper Division Studio Lesson (2-credit, 50-minute weekly lessons) is required for Music Majors who have passed their Upper Division Performance Evaluation. This course is intended for students studying in their primary performance area only. Students must be concurrently enrolled in a co requisite ensemble that is related to their Studio Lessons course. Studio lessons may be repeated for credit.

Spartan Studies:

Culminating Experience

Credit Hours: 2

Prerequisites

Spartan Studies Core. Must pass the Upper Division Performance Evaluation before registering for this course.

Corequisites

Students must be concurrently enrolled in a co-requisite ensemble that is related to their Studio Lessons course.

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 mid Baroque (up to 1700). The overall objective is for the student to gain an understanding of basic developments in Western music from the beginnings in Ancient Greece through the mid 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

Prerequisites

MUS 123. Music majors only or permission of instructor.

MUS 381 Music History Survey II: 18th and 19th Centuries

A historical survey of Western musical tradition from the beginning 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 late Baroque, 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

Prerequisites

MUS 123 and MUS 380. 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 ESOL Survey and Music Class Management

This course provides music pre-interns a knowledge of the 5 Florida ESOL Domains and 12 ESOL Performance Standards in the five content areas: methods of teaching ESOL, ESOL curriculum and materials development, cross-cultural communication and understanding, applied linguistics, testing and evaluation of ESOL.  Guided by the principles of comprehensibility and cultural sensitivity, students will design/adapt/teach level-appropriate materials (Music K-12) utilizing ESOL techniques and research-based best practices in music classroom management, behavior modification, informal/formal assessments, communication with parents, content delivery, and the use of technology.

Credit Hours: 3

Prerequisites

Music Education majors only.

MUS 446 Senior Recital

A studio/performance course with required preview, the Senior Recital is the most significant milestone of an undergraduate degree in Music Performance. In this course, students will be guided through the process of successfully completing a Senior Recital, from selecting and preparing repertoire to writing program notes and preparing for a career as a professional musician. All repertoire must be approved and coached by the studio instructor. See the UT Music Student Handbook for details.

Spartan Studies:

Culminating Experience

Credit Hours: 2

Prerequisites

Spartan Studies Core

Corequisites

Concurrent registration in MUS 350 in the primary area of applied study

MUS 450 Culminating Experience in Music

The Culminating Experience in Music is offered as an independent study, with mentoring from a Music faculty member. Senior students pursuing a B.A. in Music degree may enroll in MUS 450 to fulfill both their Music Capstone Requirement, and their Spartan Studies Culminating Experience requirement. In addition to demonstrating upper-level understanding of music, student work must reference theories or methodologies from the natural sciences or social sciences. Student work must include two products in two different forms from the list: written, oral, or multimodal. Students must also complete a pre-reflection and post-reflection essay.

Spartan Studies:

Culminating Experience

Credit Hours: 4

Prerequisites

Spartan Studies Core. Major in Music (General) or Music (Music Technology); Senior Status

MUS 448 Musical Theatre Senior Showcase

A studio/performance course designed for graduating students with a major in musical theatre, and intended to demonstrate the student’s development as musical theatre performer. The course will devise and present a showcase performance which serves as a means of career development. Required for the major in musical theatre.

Credit Hours: 1

Corequisites

MUS 251 - Studio Lessons: Voice

MUS 480 Music History Survey III: 1900 to Present Day

This course traces the history and development of Western music since 1900, through musicological research and writing, listening skills, score study, and synthesis of musical knowledge.

Credit Hours: 3

Prerequisites

MUS 123, MUS 380, MUS 381. 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 - 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 seven-week period (time and number of periods varies by school to which assigned). During their internship, students will create and implement lessons as appropriate for the ensembles and courses present in their cooperating school. When taken in the same semester with MUS 492 Music Internship 2, these two courses combine for full-time enrollment status at the University. Other courses taken concurrently with MUS 491 and 492 can only be taken with permission of the music education coordinator. This course, when taken with MUS 492, satisfies requirements for the Spartan Studies Culminating Experience and is required of students applying for Florida State Teacher Certification in Music Education.

Spartan Studies:

Culminating Experience

Credit Hours: 6

Prerequisites

Spartan Studies Core. Music Education majors with senior standing and permission of instructor.

MUS 492 Music Internship 2 - 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 seven-week period (time and number of periods varies by school to which assigned). During their internship, students will create and implement lessons as appropriate for the ensembles and courses present in their cooperating school. When taken in the same semester with MUS 491 Music Internship 1, these two courses combine for full-time enrollment status at the University. Other courses taken concurrently with MUS 491 and 492 can only be taken with permission of the music education coordinator. This course, when taken with MUS 491, satisfies requirements for the Spartan Studies Culminating Experience and is required of students applying for Florida State Teacher Certification in Music Education.

Spartan Studies:

Culminating Experience

Credit Hours: 6

Prerequisites

Spartan Studies Core. Music Education majors with senior standing and permission of instructor.

MUS 499 Senior Project in Music

A culminating project undertaken by a student with mentoring from a faculty member. Topics may vary according to the student’s interests (possibilities might include: projects in music composition, technology, performance, theory, musicology, pedagogy, etc.) Students are expected to develop a preliminary bibliography and proposal for their project in advance of being permitted to register for the course. Instructor and chair approval required.

Credit Hours: 3