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MOVP 0114 - Fitness for Adults: Jogging
Credits: 1
Designed to introduce students to the basic fundamental skills of jogging proper techniques for stretching the different muscles, proper warm-up, work-out and cool-down. The student will demonstrate these skills by applying them to the activity through practice. Each student will gain confidence in jogging as a lifetime healthy activity
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MOVP 0115 - Bowling
Credits: 1
Designed to present fundamental skills, strategic elements and knowledge of bowling. Etiquette, scoring and team competition are emphasized.
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MOVP 0116 - Frisbee Games
Credits: 1
This course is designed to develop and improve the student’s knowledge (rules governing play and competition, history and development of the sport, and safety) for a variety of disc games (e.g. Ultimate, Disc Golf). Game strategies and fundamental skills required to play games will be taught.
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MOVP 0118 - Step Aerobics
Credits: 1
Provides the student with an opportunity to improve cardiorespiratory work capacity levels and muscular endurance through participation in step aerobic activity. Cardiovascular conditioning, total body training and the development of endurance and lifetime fitness skills will be stressed
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MOVP 0120 - Soccer
Credits: 1
Designed to provide instruction in the fundamental skills and techniques of kicking, heading, passing, and trapping. Team play, strategy and a review of the rules.
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MOVP 0122 - Softball
Credits: 1
Designed to provide the fundamentals of softball, rules, strategy, skills and terminology. Emphasis on skills by defensive position, pitching, hitting and base running.
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MOVP 0124 - Basketball
Credits: 1
Designed to provide fundamental skills and techniques of shooting, passing, ball handling, and footwork are emphasized. Team play and team strategy are taught.
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MOVP 0127 - Volleyball
Credits: 1
Designed to develop and improve the student’s knowledge and basic motor skills essential to playing the game of volleyball.
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MOVP 0128 - Volleyball II
Credits: 1
Designed to provide advanced skills of volleyball with emphasis on team play and inter-squad competition.
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MOVP 0129 - Field Hockey
Credits: 1
Designed to develop the necessary skills and knowledge to participate in the team game of field hockey. Topics include skills, field layout, rules, tactics, goalkeeping, and officiating
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MOVP 0131 - Beginners’ Swimming
Credits: 1
Designed for those who have little or no swimming ability. Instruction in breath control, front and back float and glides, elementary strokes on front and back, turning over, leveling off, jump entrances, basic water safety skills. Introduction into deep water.
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MOVP 0132 - Intermediate Swimming
Credits: 1
Designed as an extension of basic swimming and safety skills; must be comfortable in deep water.
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MOVP 0133 - Swimmers
Credits: 1
Designed as a refinement of swimming and safety skills; development of swimming endurance. Must be comfortable in deep water.
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MOVP 0137 - Skin and Scuba Diving
Credits: 1
Designed to introduce the student to scuba through academic and confined water training. Students learn how to assemble, operate, and break down scuba systems. Students also learn basic scuba skills such as mask and regulator clearing, emergency air management, and dive planning.
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MOVP 0138 - Boating and Canoeing
Credits: 1
Designed as an introductory course in flat water boating and canoeing which will develop efficient paddling skills. Including: carrying and launching, loading and paddling positions, unloading, paddling skills and water safety skills.
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MOVP 0139 - Kayaking
Credits: 1
Designed to cover the basics of kayaking and how to teach it as a lifetime sport. Topics include: equipment orientation, roll teaching, strokes, moving water instruction and water safety skills.
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MOVP 0140 - Square Dance
Credits: 1
Exploration of steps, patterns, formations, and cultural/historical background of American square dance.
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MOVP 0141 - Folk Dance
Credits: 1
Introduction to folk dance terminology, formations and dance steps. Course will include insight into the background and customs of the people in the countries where the dances originated.
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MOVP 0142 - Modern Dance
Credits: 1
Introduction to movement techniques of modern dance with emphasis on aesthetic and expressive qualities.
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MOVP 0143 - Ballroom Dance
Credits: 1
Introduction to the basic steps, rhythms and timing and performance. Dances covered will include the waltz, fox trot, swing, polka, two-step and a sampler of Latin dances.
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MOVP 0144 - Modern Jazz Dance
Credits: 1
Introduction to a variety of jazz styles, including lyric and percussive. Emphasis is on performance of choreographed routines and mastery of isolations and syncopations.
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MOVP 0145 - Ballet I
Credits: 1
Designed for beginners. Principles and techniques of classical ballet. Class consists of a short body warm-up at the bar, along with ballet combinations in center floor. Attention will be given to developing strength, flexibility and balance.
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MOVP 0146 - Ballet II
Credits: 1
Further refinement of skills and techniques of classical ballet.
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MOVP 0147 - Basic Rhythmic Activities
Credits: 1
Introduction to application of movement rhythms used with various styles of music.
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MOVP 0148 - Tap Dance
Credits: 1
Exploration of the basic skills of tap dance using physical practice analysis, film critiques and performance. Basic tap vocabulary will be mastered.
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MOVP 0149 - Tennis
Credits: 1
Introduction to the theory and practice of tennis play. Skills taught include the serve, forehand drive, backhand drive, volley, footwork, rules and scoring.
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MOVP 0150 - Tennis II
Credits: 1
Refinement of tennis skills and techniques including strokes on both forehand and backhand, the use of power and spins and placement of first and second serves. Also includes refinement of shot variety including: lobs, overheads, approach shots, and volleys.
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MOVP 0151 - Track and Field
Credits: 1
Designed to teach skills and techniques involved in track and field including running, jumping, throwing events and their progressions.
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MOVP 0152 - Golf I
Credits: 1
Designed to develop a basic understanding of the game of golf. The emphasis in this course will be on developing the proper stance, grip, and swing for the various clubs and shots in golf. Etiquette, scoring, individual play and team play are introduced.
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MOVP 0153 - Golf II
Credits: 1
Progressive development in golf fundamentals including ball flight laws, principles, and preferences. Etiquette, scoring, individual play, match play and strategy are included.
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MOVP 0154 - Downhill Skiing
Credits: 1
Designed to teach student fundamental skills and techniques of skiing including: snow plow, parallel turns and proper stopping. Etiquette and basic safety skills are introduced.
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MOVP 0155 - Ski Touring and Snow Shoeing
Credits: 1
Introduction to the selection and care of equipment, snowshoeing conditioning, basic techniques and fundamentals in skills, the selection of trails and safety practices
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MOVP 0156 - Gymnastics I
Credits: 1
Designed to provide student with the knowledge and methodology for the teaching of skills needed to execute correctly required movements on the various pieces of apparatus. Emphasis would be on floor exercise, balance beam, trampoline, vaulting, uneven bars, and spotting techniques for all stunts.
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MOVP 0162 - Strength Training and Conditioning
Credits: 1
An introductory level course designed to familiarize students with the basic skills and principles of strength training and conditioning. The instruction in this course is geared toward fostering a commitment to lifelong participation in strength training physical activity in general.
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MOVP 0163 - Ballroom Dance II
Credits: 1
Further refinement of basic steps, rhythms, timing and performance. Exploration of leader and follow positions.
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MOVP 0164 - Bicycling
Credits: 1
Designed to give the student an over-all view of road biking, rules of the road, safety riding/racing technique, clothing, equipment, and basic bike maintenance. During the first few classes, part of each session will be dedicated to lecture and discussion on relevant topics, and the remainder of each class will be allocated to a ride in the local area. During the remaining weeks, the entire class session will be dedicated to riding. Upon completion of the course, the student will have learned safe and effective road biking techniques, improved his/her fitness, and acquired basic bike maintenance skills. Participants are required to provide their own quality Road Bicycle, helmet, clothing and shoes.
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MOVP 0165 - Racquetball and Handball
Credits: 1
Designed to teach fundamental strokes and skills of each game, singles and doubles, play and strategy, rules, tournament conduction and teaching techniques.
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MOVP 0167 - Camping Skills
Credits: 1
Designed to teach effective means to teach common outdoor skills. Focus on skills most associated with camp craft and travel relative to winter and spring activities. In order to accomplish these goals, students will learn technical knowledge about camp craft, appropriate teaching methods, and develop physical skills necessary to be a competent outdoor skills instructor.
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MOVP 0170 - Touch Football
Credits: 1
Designed to provide fundamentals of touch football. Includes rules, strategy, skills and terminology. Emphasis on skills by defensive position, throwing and running.
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MOVP 0171 - Diving
Credits: 1
Designed to provide students with an opportunity to achieve some proficiency in six water stunts as applied to basic springboard diving, seven basic or required dives, and several optional dives.
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MOVP 0172 - Orienteering
Credits: 1
Introduction to the use of map and compass in traversing of a variety of terrain. Fieldwork, including an introduction to competitive orienteering, and GPS is included.
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MOVP 0173 - Initiative Games and Ropes
Credits: 1
Designed to increase the student’s sense of personal confidence, mutual support and level of agility and physical coordination. To increase an appreciation of the outdoors through a series of co-education group exercises, initiative tasks and high level maneuvering responsibilities. Emphasis will also be placed on safety at all times.
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MOVP 0180 - Rock Climbing
Credits: 1
Climbing ground, rocks, etc. where proper climbing technique is required. Will include climbing, belaying, knot tying, climbing calls, roped ascents, and repelling.
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MOVP 0181 - Aqua Aerobics
Credits: 1
Various methods of water exercise for conditioning are presented with focus on proper alignment and technique, principles of conditioning, and assessment. Emphasis on improvement and maintenance of personal fitness. Must be comfortable in deep water.
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MOVP 0182 - Lifeguard Training
Credits: 2
Designed to give students a complete course in preparation for Lifeguarding. It will give the students training in American Red Cross Standard First Aid, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, Automated External Defibrillation (AED), and Lifeguarding. It will also promote responsibility for protecting the safety of a patron in an assigned aquatic area. It is to instill a moral and professional obligation to prevent hazards and enforce rules regulations of an aquatic area.
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MOVP 0183 - Relaxation Techniques
Credits: 1
Provides students with practical application of relaxation theory. Students will learn relaxation techniques ranging from proper breathing to progressive relaxation methods to autogenics. The application of relaxation techniques as a method of stress management will also be addressed.
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MOVP 0184 - Water Safety Instructor
Credits: 2
Designed to prepare skilled swimmers to teach the American Red Cross Swimming courses. The course is taught twice per week for one semester. A minimum of 30 hours are required by the Red Cross. At the completion of the course the student will be able to: demonstrate comfort in the water, demonstrate basic survival skill in the American Red Cross basic swimming strokes and Advanced Life Saving techniques, teach the mechanics involved in the basic strokes and life saving techniques.
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MOVP 0185 - Swimming for Fitness
Credits: 1
Offers an opportunity to experience the physiological benefits gained through swimming by means of both aerobic and anaerobic techniques. To achieve these benefits of swimming, the individual will learn about stroke mechanics, breathing patterns and establishing proper stroke rhythm. To acquire fitness through aerobic and anaerobic techniques, the individual will understand the concepts of distance and interval swimming.
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MOVP 0188 - Modern Jazz Dance II
Credits: 1
Further refinement and continuation of jazz styles including lyric and percussive. Continued emphasis on performance of choreographed routines, mastery of isolations and syncopations.
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MOVP 0195 - Special Topics in Water or Land Skills
Credits: 1
This course is an introduction to water-based activities such as whitewater rafting, sea kayaking, or stand up paddle-boarding or land-based sports such as ice climbing, back-country skiing, or mountaineering. If it is a water-based activity, students will develop efficient paddling skills in a moving water environment. Reading the water and trip planning will also be covered. If it is a land-based activity students will develop efficient climbing and/or skiing skills in a back-country environment. This course will involve field trips. Fees may be required.
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MUSC 0110 - Basic Music Theory
Credits: 3
An introduction to the fundamental aspects of music making including rhythm, notation, scales, intervals, chords, beginning harmony, sight singing, ear training, and keyboard harmony.
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MUSC 0111 - Music Theory I
Credits: 2
An introductory music theory course combining the study of notation, scales, intervals, chord construction, rhythm, melody, harmonic progression, voice leading, and keyboard harmony.
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MUSC 0112 - Music Theory II
Credits: 2
A continuation of MUSC 0111 with an emphasis on harmonic analysis, cadences, beginning formal analysis, non-chord tones, and an introduction to chromatic harmony.
Prerequisites: MUSC 0111 .
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MUSC 0113 - Sight Singing and Ear Training I
Credits: 2
An introductory course in elementary musicianship skills emphasizing sight singing, ear training and rhythmic reading.
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MUSC 0114 - Sight Singing and Ear Training II
Credits: 2
A continuation of MUSC 0113 . Studies in intermediate musicianship skills emphasizing sight singing, ear training and rhythmic reading.
Prerequisites: MUSC 0113 .
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MUSC 0211 - Music Theory III
Credits: 2
A continuation of MUSC 0112 emphasizing the study of extended chords, chromatic harmony, modulation, and the continued development of analytical techniques.
Prerequisites: MUSC 0112 .
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MUSC 0212 - Music Theory IV
Credits: 2
A continuation of MUSC 0211 with emphasis upon twentieth century materials and techniques including non-traditional scales, serialism, set theory, and developments in rhythm and form.
Prerequisites: MUSC 0211 .
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MUSC 0213 - Sight Singing and Ear Training III
Credits: 2
A continuation of MUSC 0114 . Continued studies in intermediate musicianship skills emphasizing sight singing, ear training and rhythmic reading.
Prerequisites: MUSC 0114 .
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MUSC 0214 - Composition I
Credits: 1
An introduction to basic compositional techniques in music. Creative work in smaller forms.
Prerequisites: MUSC 0211 .
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MUSC 0215 - Composition II
Credits: 1
Continuation of MUSC 0214 . Principles and techniques for students of composition. Public Performance of original compositions required.
Prerequisites: MUSC 0211 and MUSC 0214 .
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MUSC 0216 - Composition III
Credits: 1
Continuation of MUSC 0215 . Principles and techniques for students of composition. Public performance of original compositions required.
Prerequisites: MUSC 0212 and MUSC 0215 .
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MUSC 0217 - Orchestration
Credits: 2
The study of instruments of the orchestra, emphasizing composing and arranging in various standard ensemble combinations.
Prerequisites: MUSC 0211
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MUSC 0223 - Sight Singing and Ear Training IV
Credits: 2
A continuation of MUSC 0213 . Studies in advanced musicianship skills emphasizing sight singing, ear training and rhythmic reading. Additional emphasis given to score reading, instrumental transposition, and the interpretation of scores through formal analysis.
Prerequisites: MUSC 0213 .
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MUSC 0264 - Jazz Theory I
Credits: 2
An introduction to essential aspects of jazz, including: chords and scales used in jazz and their relationships, chord voicing, nomenclature, terminology, chord progressions, analysis of solos, and forms. Involves ear training.
Prerequisites: MUSC 0111 .
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MUSC 0265 - Jazz Theory II
Credits: 2
An introduction to essential aspects of jazz, including: chords and scales used in jazz and their relationships, chord voicing, nomenclature, terminology, chord progressions, analysis of solos, and forms. Involves ear training.
Prerequisites: MUSC 0111 .
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MUSC 0310 - Counterpoint
Credits: 3
An overview of species counterpoint will lead to a study of tonal counterpoint in the style of the 18th Century. Analysis of representative works will complement the written work in two to four voices, culminating in efforts in such forms and techniques as the invention, canon, invertible counterpoint, and fugue.
Prerequisites: MUSC 0211 .
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MUSC 0311 - Advanced Music Theory
Credits: 3
A continuation of MUSC 0212 , further exploring materials and techniques of nineteenth and twentieth century music. Includes and introduction to the works of contemporary music theorists and an overview of current theoretical trends.
Prerequisites: MUSC 0212 and MUSC 0312 .
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MUSC 0312 - Form and Analysis
Credits: 2
An introduction to the analysis of musical forms. Works analyzed: 17th century to late 19th century compositions.
Prerequisites: MUSC 0211 .
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MUSC 0314 - Advanced Composition I
Credits: 1
Continuation of MUSC 0216 . Advanced studies in composition with a goal of developing effective personal technique and methodology. Public performance of original compositions required.
Prerequisites: MUSC 0216 and MUSC 0312 .
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MUSC 0315 - Advanced Composition II
Credits: 1
Continuation of MUSC 0216 . Advanced studies in composition with a goal of developing effective personal technique and methodology. Public performance of original compositions required.
Prerequisites: MUSC 0216 and MUSC 0312 .
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MUSC 0316 - Advanced Composition III
Credits: 1
Continuation of MUSC 0216 . Advanced studies in composition with a goal of developing effective personal technique and methodology. Public performance of original compositions required.
Prerequisites: MUSC 0216 and MUSC 0312 .
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MUSC 0360 - Jazz Composition and Arranging I
Credits: 3
Courses exploring the techniques and concepts of jazz writing in various styles. Involves detailed analysis of jazz masterpieces and methods of arranging for ensembles of different sizes.
Prerequisites: MUSC 0264 .
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MUSC 0361 - Jazz Composition and Arranging II
Credits: 3
Courses exploring the techniques and concepts of jazz writing in various styles. Involves detailed analysis of jazz masterpieces and methods of arranging for ensembles of different sizes.
Prerequisites: MUSC 0264 .
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MUSC 0399 - Independent Study (Theory and Composition)
Credits: 3-6
Permission of instructor.
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MUSC 0101 - Music Appreciation
Credits: 3
The study of masterpieces of music from each era, from the Middle Ages through contemporary times. Emphasis is on directed listening and music is analyzed with reference to style characteristics.
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MUSC 0103 - Music Appreciation (Music majors/minors)
Credits: 3
The study of music of each era, from the Middle Ages through contemporary times. Music is analyzed through directed listening, through the use of musical scores, and with reference to style characteristics.
Prerequisites: Music majors and minors only.
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MUSC 0104 - World Music
Credits: 3
A survey of world music literature focusing on non-Western cultures including: Africa, China, India, Indonesia, Japan, Latin and South America; and lesser known music of the Western world including Native American and Canadian peoples.
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MUSC 0160 - History of Jazz
Credits: 3
The study of jazz music from the early 1900’s to the present. Emphasis on styles and trends of major jazz performers and ensembles within each period.
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MUSC 0199 - African Drumming
Credits: 3
An introduction to the repertory of dance drumming and vocal music of the Ewe people of Ghana, Togo, and Benin. Students are introduced to a wide range of topics to West African culture, philosophy, and daily life, and learn to perform this indigenous music in an ensemble setting. Repertory will include Atsiagbekor (traditional), and Gahu (traditional), and Gahu (updated). No prior musical training is necessary.
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MUSC 0200 - Music History I
Credits: 3
A chronological study of the history of musical styles showing the development of musical forms from the Middle Ages through the Baroque Era.
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MUSC 0201 - Music History II
Credits: 3
A continuation of Music History I. The study of musical forms as developed from the Classical Era through the Twentieth Century.
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MUSC 0205 - Introduction to Music Scholarship
Credits: 1
The principal purpose of the course is for the student to become acquainted with, and to practice using, the methods and resources necessary to do research in the field of music. In addition, the student is expected to show improvement in writing skills and demonstrate the organization necessary to write a high-quality research paper. The goal of the course is for the student to be able to produce independently successful research papers in seminars and as graduate students.
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MUSC 0245 - Music History Review
Credits: 2
Review of music history from medieval to the twentieth century. This course is designed to satisfy deficiencies indicated by the transfer student diagnostic entrance examination in music history. Removal of deficiency requires a grade of C or higher.
Prerequisites: Limited to Music majors.
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MUSC 0300 - Music in the Middle Ages and Renaissance
Credits: 3
A study of forms and styles of Western Music from Antiquity through the Sixteenth Century.
Prerequisites: MUSC 0200 , and MUSC 0201 ; or permission of instructor.
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MUSC 0301 - Music in the Baroque and Classical Eras
Credits: 3
A study of forms and styles of music from 1600-1800 with emphasis on the music of Monteverdi, Handel, Bach, Haydn, Mozart, and Beethoven.
Prerequisites: MUSC 0200 and MUSC 0201 ; or permission of instructor.
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MUSC 0302 - Music in the Romantic Era
Credits: 3
A study of the forms and styles of music from 1800 to 1900 with emphasis on orchestral, chamber, and operatic works.
Prerequisites: MUSC 0200 and MUSC 0201 ; or permission of instructor.
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MUSC 0303 - Music in the Twentieth Century
Credits: 3
A study of changing styles of music from the late German Romanticists through the experimental music of contemporary times.
Prerequisites: MUSC 0200 , and MUSC 0201 ; or permission of instructor.
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MUSC 0304 - American Music
Credits: 3
A study of the important musical traditions within the history of the United States of America, from the Colonial era to the present. The topics include a deeper and more critical understanding of the nature of music and musical traditions, the primary characteristics of classical, folk, and popular music, and familiarity with the history and sounds of the major traditions of American music.
Prerequisites: MUSC 0200 and MUSC 0201 .
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MUSC 0306 - Jazz Musicology Seminar
Credits: 3
Investigation of the development of jazz history and its guiding concepts, assumptions, narratives, and problems. Study of musical trends and cultural forces influencing jazz today. Discussion of articles, transcriptions, and recordings.
Prerequisites: MUSC 0160 .
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MUSC 0399 - Independent Study (Music History)
Credits: 3-6
Permission of instructor.
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MUSC 0130 - Lyric Diction I
Credits: 1
An introduction to sung diction in Latin, German and Italian, including the introduction and use of the International Phonetic Alphabet as a basis for continued study of sung language. Singers will prepare and perform literature in all languages studied.
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MUSC 0131 - Lyric Diction II
Credits: 1
Continuation of Lyric Diction I. Includes the study and performance of literature in French and English.
Prerequisites: MUSC 0130 .
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MUSC 0221 - Introduction to Music Education
Credits: 3
This introductory course covers the history, curriculum, current topics, and developmentally appropriate methodologies in music education across PreK-12 grade levels. Teacher candidates will be introduced to instructional and classroom management practices that reflect high expectations, accommodate a range of interests and abilities, and promote a safe learning environment in which diversity is respected. Participants will explore best practices for creating diverse and engaging lesson activities, assessment and reflective practice, communicating with families and encouraging family participation, and collaborating with colleagues and the community. 25-hours of documented field experience in the public schools are required.
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MUSC 0225 - Alexander Technique
Credits: 2
This course is an introduction to the alexander Technique, a unique methods to attain greater ease of movement. Students will learn to recognize subtle ways in which habitual patters of movement contribute to physical tension, anxiety and even injury. This discovery is achieved through explorations leading to awareness and an understanding of the inter-relationship of an individual’s thoughts and physical condition.
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MUSC 0230 - Basic Conducting
Credits: 2
Basic techniques of conducting including baton techniques; simple, compound, and asymmetrical meters; expression and interpretation through laboratory experiences.
Prerequisites: MUSC 0112 .
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MUSC 0319 - Vocal Technique and Pedagogy
Credits: 3
A specialized course for vocal music majors which explores details of vocal placement, resonance, diction and physiology. Includes techniques for training children’s voices and the adolescent changing voice.
Prerequisites: MUSC 0171 .
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MUSC 0322 - Elementary Music Methods
Credits: 3
This field-based methods course emphasizes teaching strategies, curriculum development, materials, repertoire, and developmentally appropriate practices for teaching music in elementary school. Teacher candidates will review relevant theories and research to inform best practices for teaching elementary music, and create effective curricula and lesson plans employing a variety of developmentally appropriate assessment methods. During field experiences and in peer teaching, students will have the opportunity to practice instructional and classroom management strategies that engage and motivate learners, accommodate a range of interests, abilities, and needs, and promote positive and mutually respectful behavior. Focus will also be placed on reflective practice including the use of assessment data toward improvement of practice, and building collaborative relationships with parents, colleagues and the community. Teacher candidates will develop pedagogical skills and strategies that foster music literacy, listening, movement, composition, and improvisation. 25-hours of documented field experience in public schools are required.
Prerequisites: MUSC 0221 .
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MUSC 0328 - Practicum: Music K-12
Credits: 12
A full-time apprenticeship with one or more co-operating practitioners at two different grade levels (elementary, secondary), supervised by college music faculty. A minimum of 300 hours in the practicum will be documented. Periodic on campus seminars are required.
Prerequisites: Completion of music and professional course work.
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MUSC 0329 - Music Practicum Seminar
Credits: 1
This seminar is taken concurrently with the practicum and provides an opportunity for music candidates to reflect on their teaching experiences and examine a variety of topics in music education. Candidates will collaborate to review and evaluate pedagogical strategies, curriculum, and assessments linked to student learning. They will explore creative solutions to situations in their teaching, examine current research in the field, and review educational innovations. Strategies for building professional relationships among school and community members are also discussed.
Corequisite: MUSC 0328
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MUSC 0332 - Instrumental Music Education Methods
Credits: 3
This field-based methods course surveys appropriate instrumental literature for elementary, middle and high school programs. Students develop skills that will enable them to create and maintain a collaborative and cross-curricular learning environment. They will learn various standards-based teaching methods specific to child development and diverse learning styles as appropriate to the instrumental classroom setting, create effective curricula and lesson plans, and learn rehearsal techniques that employ a variety of assessment strategies specific to the instrumental classroom. Students will demonstrate teaching strategies through practical teaching projects and field-based labs, and will write reflective evaluations. Drawing from a variety of classroom management strategies, students will prepare lesson plans with effective routines and procedures that engage and challenge all learners, accommodate a range of needs and abilities, and promote positive behavior. 25-hours of documented field experience in public schools are required.
Prerequisites: MUSC 0221 , MUSC 0230 .
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