Music (MU)

MU 1000. Freshman Departmental Recital.

This course introduces students to the expectations and practices of departmental recital attendance within the School of Music. Students regularly observe weekly recitals to develop awareness of performance standards, stylistic diversity, stage etiquette, and professional presentation across musical genres. Through guided observation, students learn to identify fundamental elements of musicianship demonstrated by peers and visiting performers. The course supports first-year music majors by connecting recital attendance to broader applied lesson goals and ensemble participation. Concurrent enrollment in freshman level applied study and the appropriate major ensemble ensures integration of performance experiences with curricular development in the student’s primary area of study. Corequisites: MUSP 1120 or MUSP 1130 or MUSP 1140 or MUSP 1150 or MUSP 1160 or MUSP 1170 or MUSP 1220 or MUSP 1230 or MUSP 1240 or MUSP 1250 or MUSP 1260 or MUSP 1270 or MUSP 1280.

MU 1112. Basic Musicianship.

A study of music fundamentals: reading rhythms, pitches in bass and treble clefs, spelling, notating, and identifying key signatures, intervals and chords. Prerequisite: Music major status.

MU 1115. Aural Skills I.

This course guides students to develop the cognitive perception of music by singing, playing the piano, and listening. Students associate musical sounds with their labels (solfège and letter names) and staff notation. Activities include performing common musical structures such as scales, intervals, chords, harmonic progressions, and rhythms, as well as sight-singing, improvising, and analyzing timbres. This course is designed to be taken before Music Theory I (MU 1315) in order to help students internalize music fundamentals before introducing more complex theoretical concepts.

MU 1116. Aural Skills II.

This course builds on foundational music cognition through expanded work in sight-singing, music dictation, keyboard fluency, and improvisation in diatonic and introductory chromatic contexts. Students develop increased accuracy in melodic, harmonic, and rhythmic perception while strengthening connections between sound, notation, and performance. Singing activities include performing musical structures such as scales, intervals, chords, harmonic progressions, and rhythms; sight-singing; and improvising in a diatonic context. Ear-training activities include aurally analyzing, evaluating, and dictating musical structures dealing with pitch, rhythm, and harmony in a diatonic context. Coursework is designed to be taken concurrently with Music Theory I (MU 1315). Prerequisite: MU 1115 with a grade of “C” or better.

MU 1125. Life-Skills for Musicians.

This course examines essential life skills that support students’ transition from student to working professional. Through practical activities and discussion, students strengthen study habits, professional communication, and foundational pedagogy. The course also introduces key adult responsibilities, including personal budgeting and financial planning, navigating healthcare systems, evaluating job benefits, and establishing routines for independent living.

MU 1150. Introduction to Music Technology.

This course introduces students to current computer applications in music including MIDI, sequencing, notation, digital audio, internet communication, and computer literacy. Students apply new concepts in practical applications through various assignments and create original projects. Topics may include creative strategies, audio recording, audio editing, audio mixing, audio mastering, graphic design, webpage design and implementation, and professional skills utilizing various hardware and software resources. Through hands-on projects and applied assignments, students develop fluency in digital tools relevant to contemporary music education and practice.

MU 1180. Recording Practicum I.

This course introduces fundamental practices in audio engineering across live sound and studio environments. Students analyze system setup, signal flow, microphone types, placement techniques, and introductory approaches to mixing. Emphasis is placed on understanding equipment functions, monitoring procedures, and technical decision‑making in common production scenarios. Through structured exercises, students apply foundational concepts used in professional audio settings without assuming prior technical experience. Enrollment is limited to students with full major status in Sound Recording Technology.

MU 1182. Recording Practicum II.

This course examines fundamental practices in live sound and studio recording, emphasizing system setup, signal flow, microphone techniques, and foundational mixing approaches. Students study the functional roles of audio engineering in both performance and production contexts, with attention to professional procedures used in contemporary audio environments. Through guided application and critical evaluation of engineering decisions, students gain practical experience that supports progression to advanced coursework in sound recording technologies. Prerequisite: MU 1180 with a grade of "C" or better.

MU 1312. Essential Musicianship.

This course introduces the foundational concepts of music through an integrated approach that combines notation, theory, listening, performance, and creative exploration. Students develop fluency in music notation, rhythm and meter, keys, scales and modes, triads, and seventh chords. They apply these skills through singing, keyboard or guitar practice, guided listening, and short creative projects. Emphasis is placed on connecting theoretical concepts to active music‑making, including improvisation and composition. The course also introduces basic principles of acoustics and essential digital audio tools to support creative work. Through these activities, students build core musicianship skills that prepare them for performance, composition, and further study in music.

MU 1315. Music Theory I.

This course introduces foundational concepts of music theory through the study of musical notation, rhythm, scales, intervals, keys, chords, species counterpoint, embellishing tones, and diatonic harmony. Students develop skills in reading and writing music, identifying and constructing melodic and harmonic elements, and understanding fundamental principles of voice leading. The course integrates written work, score analysis, and listening to support musical literacy and analytical thinking. Music Theory I provides the theoretical foundation necessary for performance, musicianship training, composition, conducting, and further study in music theory and analysis. Prerequisite: MU 1115 with a grade of "C" or better.

MU 1316. Music Theory II.

This course continues the undergraduate music theory sequence with expanded study of tonal harmony, formal structures, and chromatic processes. Students examine phrase structures, including periods, sentences, and phrase groups, alongside detailed study of embellishing tones and their compositional functions. The course introduces diatonic and chromatic seventh chords, auxiliary seventh chords, and tonicization through secondary chords. Through analysis, music writing, composition, and harmonization, students develop a deeper understanding of harmonic function, voice leading, and formal design in tonal music. Prerequisite: MU 1315 with a grade of "C" or higher.

MU 2000. Sophomore Departmental Recital.

This course introduces students to structured observation of weekly departmental recitals to support the development of performance awareness, stylistic understanding, and reflective listening skills. Students examine a range of repertoire performed by peers and guest artists, focusing on musicianship, interpretive choices, and professional presentation practices. The course emphasizes documentation of observed performances and the development of skills that contribute to students’ ongoing applied lesson study. Concurrent enrollment in sophomore level applied instruction and a major ensemble is required, as recital observations complement applied study and ensemble participation. Identify stylistic and technical features demonstrated in weekly recital performances. Prerequisite: MU 1000 with a grade of "CR" or better (2 times).

MU 2104. Writing About Music.

This course strengthens students’ writing, research, and communication skills as applied to music. Students study professional examples of music writing to understand how writers describe sound, support claims, and engage audiences. Assignments guide students in developing competency in citation practices, critical listening, and analytical writing. Through workshop based activities, students learn strategies for drafting, revising, and editing music related prose across multiple genres, including reviews, program notes, and short essays. The course provides structured practice in developing coherent arguments and presenting musical ideas with clarity and precision. Full major status in Performance is required.

MU 2115. Aural Skills III.

This course guides students to continue developing music cognition in diatonic and chromatic contexts through sight-singing, dictation, keyboard work, and improvisation. Students refine melodic, harmonic, and rhythmic perception while engaging with more complex tonal structures and expanded technical demands. Emphasis is placed on integrating analytical understanding with real-time performance and aural recognition across varied musical textures and styles. Through increasingly sophisticated listening and performance activities, students strengthen their ability to interpret, notate, and internalize chromatic musical materials in preparation for upper-level theoretical and performance studies. Coursework is designed to be taken concurrently with Music Theory II (MU 1316). Prerequisite: MU 1116 with a grade of "C" or better.

MU 2116. Aural Skills IV.

This course guides students to continue developing music cognition in chromatic as well as modern tonal and atonal contexts through sight-singing, dictation, keyboard work, and improvisation. Students engage with tonal, modal, and atonal materials, including synthetic scales and asymmetric meters, while refining their ability to perceive and perform complex musical structures. Emphasis is placed on integrating analytical understanding with real-time performance and aural perception across various musical styles. Through listening, transcription, and improvisation activities, students develop the flexibility and fluency necessary for engaging with contemporary repertoire. Coursework is designed to be taken concurrently with Music Theory III (MU 2315). Prerequisite: MU 2115 with a grade of a “C” or better.

MU 2123. Foundations of Music Education.

This course introduces the major pedagogical, methodological, and philosophical foundations of music education. Students examine frame works for teaching, models of instruction, teaching approaches, review theories of music learning, and analyze characteristics of effective instruction. The course provides structured opportunities to apply introductory teaching techniques, observe peer teaching activities, and explore how developmental considerations influence instructional decisions. Emphasis is placed on studying music education practices as objects of inquiry and evaluating how theories inform classroom application.

MU 2153. Problems in Music.

This course provides students the opportunity to pursue independent study on specific music topics not addressed in existing coursework. Under faculty supervision, students identify an area of musical inquiry, develop a study plan, and engage in directed research, analysis, or creative exploration. The structure and focus of the work vary depending on the student’s selected topic and approved proposal. Curriculum supports individualized learning pathways, allowing students to deepen knowledge in areas aligned with their academic or professional interests. Enrollment requires approval from the Director of the School of Music. May be repeated for credit.

MU 2180. Recording Practicum III.

This course examines studio‑based audio engineering practices while introducing selected applications in live sound. Students diagnose performance issues related to studio sound system configurations, explore signal flow choices in achieving quality audio recordings, apply microphone placement techniques, digital audio workstation operations, and the use of outboard processing equipment. Instruction emphasizes analytical and technical decision‑making relevant to professional audio production environments. Through guided practice, students apply recording concepts in real‑time studio sessions to build proficiency aligned with industry‑recognized entry‑level competencies. Full major status in SRT is required. Prerequisites: MU 1182 with a grade of "C" or better. Corequisite: MU 3381 with a grade of "C" or better.

MU 2182. Recording Practicum IV.

This course examines studio‑based audio engineering practices with attention to key concepts in signal flow choices to determine their impact on recording and mixing quality, recording console operation, and the application of microphone placement techniques and mixing practices. Students engage in skill‑building exercises that develop competence that meet established professional standards, including basic exposure to live sound applications. Emphasis is placed on understanding technical processes, analyzing studio sound system configurations to diagnose and solve performance‑related issues, and applying foundational methods used in professional audio production environments. Full major status in SRT is required. Prerequisite: MU 2180 with a grade of "C" or better. Corequisite: MU 3382 with a grade of a "C" or better.

MU 2215. Contemporary Musicianship I.

This course introduces the study of contemporary rock and pop musical styles that studio musicians and engineers may encounter in the studio and in live performances. Students aurally analyze musical parameters—harmony, melody, tempo, rhythm, meter, form, and instrumentation—in selected rock and pop musical repertoire, learning and applying correct terminology to describe the music. Students transcribe rock and pop music utilizing standard notation as well as lead sheet symbols and the Nashville number system, creating performable charts. Students apply analytical information in creative projects: performance, model composition, and studio production. Full major status in SRT is required. Prerequisite: MU 1116 and MU 1316 both with grades of "C" or better.

MU 2216. Contemporary Musicianship II.

This course continues the study of contemporary rock and pop musical styles that studio musicians and engineers may encounter in the studio and in live performances. Students aurally analyze musical parameters—harmony, melody, tempo, rhythm, meter, form, and instrumentation—in selected rock and pop musical repertoire, learning and applying correct terminology to describe the music. Students transcribe rock and pop music utilizing standard notation as well as lead sheet symbols and the Nashville number system, creating performable charts. Students apply analytical information in creative projects: performance, model composition, and studio production. Full major status in SRT is required. Prerequisite: MU 2215 with a grade of "C" or better.

MU 2241. Fundamentals of Diction in Singing I.

This course provides an in-depth study of lyric diction for singing in English and Italian. Through integrated lecture and laboratory sessions, students apply the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) to learn pronunciation, articulation, and expressive clarity. The course addresses the accurate production of consonants and vowels, as well as the diction rules specific to each language. Students demonstrate their proficiency through written, spoken, and sung assignments that strengthen command of phonetics and diction practices. This course provides essential diction skills for undergraduate voice majors and must be completed prior to MUSP 2242, which builds upon foundational IPA principles and focuses on German and French diction.

MU 2242. Fundamentals of Diction in Singing II.

This course is an in-depth study of lyric diction for singing in German and French. Through integrated lecture and laboratory sessions, students apply the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) to develop accurate pronunciation, articulation, and expressive clarity in both spoken and sung contexts. The course addresses the precise production of consonants and vowels, as well as diction rules specific to each language. Students demonstrate proficiency through written, spoken, and sung assignments that strengthen their command of phonetics and diction practices. Completion of MUSP 2241 (English and Italian diction) is required prior to enrollment to ensure foundational IPA skills and establish a structured progression toward advanced repertoire study and performance. Prerequisite: MU 2241 with a grade of "C" or better.

MU 2253. Problems in Music.

This course provides students the opportunity to pursue independent study on specific music topics not addressed in existing coursework. Under faculty supervision, students identify an area of musical inquiry, develop a study plan, and engage in directed research, analysis, or creative exploration. The structure and focus of the work vary depending on the student’s selected topic and approved proposal. Coursework supports individualized learning pathways, allowing students to deepen knowledge in areas aligned with their academic or professional interests. Enrollment requires approval from the Director of the School of Music. May be repeated for credit.

MU 2303. Survey of Music Literature.

This course introduces undergraduate music majors to Western art music from the Middle Ages into the twenty-first century. The course scope includes but is not limited to a survey of major genres such as opera, symphony, and string quartet; influential ideas about style and aesthetics; performance practices; conventional terminology for historical periods such as Baroque, Classical, Romantic; and various modernist trends such as impressionism, serialism, and minimalism. Through reading and listening to a variety of selections, students learn to define elements of music, distinguish among styles and genres, and generate analysis of various musical works across the centuries.

MU 2310. Guitar Class I.

This course introduces fundamental guitar skills for students with little or no prior experience. Students learn standard tuning, basic hand positions, foundational chord shapes, accompaniment patterns, introductory strumming techniques, and essential music reading concepts relevant to guitar performance. Emphasis is placed on developing practical proficiency, coordinated left- and right-hand technique, and the ability to apply skills in individual practice and ensemble settings. The course is designed for non-music majors but is open to any student seeking structured, sequential instruction in beginning guitar.

MU 2313. Introduction to Fine Arts.

This course is an introductory survey course that examines the creation and interpretation of visual and performing arts across historical periods. The course surveys major art forms—including music, visual art, architecture, dance, and theater—within a chronological framework from prehistory to the present, with emphasis on Western traditions. Students analyze representative works that illustrate artistic trends and cultural contexts of their time. Course activities may include visits to art museums and attendance at live performances to support analysis of artistic forms and practices.

MU 2315. Music Theory III.

This course advances the undergraduate music theory sequence through an in-depth study of chromatic harmony, modulation, and formal structures. Students analyze chromaticism in tonal music by studying modal mixture, modulation to closely and distantly related keys, the Neapolitan chord, augmented sixth chords, and extended chords. Through model composition, students apply their understanding of chromaticism. Students also apply their knowledge of chromaticism and modulations to explore larger formal structures including binary, ternary, rondo, sonata, and related compound forms. Through analysis and model composition, students develop advanced harmonic fluency and formal awareness. Prerequisite: MU 1316 with a grade of "C" or better.

MU 2316. Music Theory IV.

This course extends the undergraduate music theory sequence into a focused study of music composed during the twentieth- and twenty-first centuries. This repertoire includes non-functional tonality as well as post-tonal music composed without a tonal center. Students examine compositional approaches associated with post-tonal music and apply analytical tools to explore this repertoire. Topics include scalar collections (e.g., diatonic, pentatonic, octatonic, hexatonic, and whole-tone), triadic post-tonality, pitch-class sets, serialism, minimalism, spectralism, techniques of rhythm and meter, and form. Through analysis, model composition, and listening, students develop theoretical frameworks for understanding expanded tonal and post-tonal musical repertoires. Prerequisite: MU 2315 with a grade of "C" or better.

MU 2353. Problems in Music.

This course provides students the opportunity to pursue independent study on specific music topics not addressed in existing coursework. Under faculty supervision, students identify an area of musical inquiry, develop a study plan, and engage in directed research, analysis, or creative exploration. The structure and focus of the work vary depending on the student’s selected topic and approved proposal. The curriculum supports individualized learning pathways, allowing students to deepen knowledge in areas aligned with their academic or professional interests. Enrollment requires approval from the Director of the School of Music. May be repeated for credit.

MU 3000. Junior Departmental Recital.

This course requires regular attendance at departmental recitals, providing students with structured opportunities to study performance practices across various applied areas. Students engage in observation, reflection, and analytical listening to strengthen their understanding of musicianship, technique, and presentation skills. The course supports the junior-level stage of applied study and complements the student’s ongoing lessons and major ensemble participation. Emphasis is placed on connecting observed performances with students’ developing artistic goals and professional expectations within the discipline. Prerequisite: MU 2000 with a grade of a "CR" or better (2 times).

MU 3050. Junior Recital.

This course guides students through the preparation and public performance of a Junior Recital for which students demonstrate intermediate level technical, musical, and artistic development appropriate to music performance majors, as well students earning the minor in Composition. Students work with faculty to select repertoire, refine interpretive choices, apply practice strategies, and demonstrate recital-ready performance or composition skills. The course emphasizes effective planning, rehearsal organization, and application of studio instruction toward a cohesive recital program. Prerequisite: Any MUSP 3000 level course with a grade of "C" or better. Corequisite: Any MUSP 3000 level course with a grade of "C" or better.

MU 3140. Instrumental Performance Literature.

This course will survey literature for wind bands/orchestras encompassing various periods and styles, focusing on the evolution and development of band/orchestra instrumentation and its repertoire from a historical narrative. Including music for beginning bands/orchestras to compositions for collegiate and professional ensembles, the curriculum will provide the students general information of high-quality music and explore unique challenges they may encounter when teaching. Activities include listening, score study, identifying criteria for the selection of repertoire, programming, and preparation. Prerequisite: MU 2123 with a grade of "D" or better.

MU 3155. Mariachi Rehearsal Techniques & Literature.

This course equips future music educators with the skills to teach and lead school-based mariachi programs. Students explore pedagogical strategies, rehearsal techniques, and assessment methods while gaining hands-on experience through simulated and authentic teaching opportunities. Topics include curriculum development, rehearsal strategies, repertoire selection, classroom management, instrumental and vocal technique, music literacy, assessment, and community engagement specific to the school-based mariachi program. Students apply educational psychology concepts to address diverse learning needs and foster musical growth. The course culminates in developing and implementing lesson plans that create positive, productive learning environments for the mariachi classroom.  Prerequisite: MU 2115 and MU 2315 both with a grade of "C" or better.

MU 3180. Recording Practicum V.

This course guides students in developing the portfolio and capstone proposal required for completion of the Sound Recording Technology program. Students analyze departmental expectations, evaluate examples of professional portfolios, and study current industry approaches to presenting audio work. Emphasis is placed on technical clarity, documentation practices, and effective organization of materials for academic and professional review. Students also examine models of “demo reels” to understand prevailing formats and stylistic conventions. Instruction focuses on preparing students to articulate their creative and technical goals while assembling materials that demonstrate their skills. Full major status in SRT is required. Prerequisites: MU 2182 with a grade of a "C" or better. Corequisite: MU 3383 with a grade of a "C" or better.

MU 3182. Recording Practicum VI.

This course examines audio engineering practices within film and video post‑production environments. Students engage in technical study of ADR, Foley, sound design, music integration, and multichannel mixing workflows while developing proficiency in industry‑standard formats and deliverable specifications. Through supervised practicum experiences, the course emphasizes applied problem‑solving and professional production methods using digital audio workstations integrated with picture. The course supports advanced preparation for work in audio post‑production and related media fields. Full major status in SRT is required. Prerequisite: MU 3180 with a grade of "C" or better. Corequisite: MU 3384 with a grade of "C" or better.

MU 3207. Instrumental Conducting I.

This course introduces students to the technical and musical foundations of instrumental conducting. Students develop facility with beat patterns, baton technique, gesture clarity, and non-verbal communication. Additional emphasis is placed on score study, musical terminology, transposition, and rehearsal communication skills appropriate for instrumental ensembles. The class functions as a laboratory ensemble in which each student conducts regularly, receives feedback, and refines their conducting techniques through guided practice. Coursework supports the development of the necessary skills for advanced conducting study.

MU 3208. Choral Conducting I.

This course introduces students to the technical and musical foundations of choral conducting. Students develop facility with beat patterns, baton technique, gesture clarity, and non-verbal communication. Additional emphasis is placed on score reading, analysis, study, musical terminology study, transpositions for instruments, and rehearsal communication skills appropriate for choral ensembles. Coursework functions as a laboratory ensemble in which each student conducts regularly, receives feedback, and refines their conducting techniques through guided practice. Curriculum supports the development of the necessary skills for advanced conducting study. Prerequisite: MU 2315 and MUSP 1138 with a grade of "C" or better.

MU 3217. Instrumental Conducting II.

This course provides structured study and applied practice in instrumental conducting. Students engage with baton technique, expressive gesture, rehearsal processes, and score analysis to build practical conducting fluency. The curriculum includes opportunities to examine interpretive considerations, increase perception with error detection, identify ensemble balance concerns, and address common conducting challenges encountered in varied literature. Instruction emphasizes the study of conducting as a technical and analytical discipline and encourages students to form independent evaluative perspectives as they develop their own conducting approaches. Prerequisite: MU 3207 with a grade of "C" or better.

MU 3227. Choral Conducting II.

This course expands fundamental conducting skills and enhances rehearsal skills required for engagement with the broad range of choral ensembles. The curriculum includes understanding of appropriate performance practice, increase perception with error detection, left hand independence during conducting for heightened expression, development of choral ensemble balance and blend, rehearsal techniques for artistic development, application of keyboard skills in rehearsal, and use of appropriate vocal pedagogy in choral rehearsal for development of singing technique. Instruction emphasizes the study of conducting as a technical and analytical discipline and encourages students to form independent evaluative perspectives as they develop their conducting approaches. Prerequisite: MU 3208 with a grade of "C" or better.

MU 3233. Jazz Theory and Improvisation I.

This course provides a beginning study of melodic, harmonic, and rhythmic structures employed by jazz improvisers and composers from early jazz to the present. Students examine stylistic developments across major jazz traditions, including swing, bebop, and cool jazz. Emphasis is placed on analytical understanding of improvisational language, harmonic substitution, motivic development, rhythmic phrasing, and aural understanding of chord changes. Through transcription, analysis, performance, and creative application, students refine their improvisational fluency and stylistic awareness while situating their work within historical and aesthetic frameworks. Prerequisites: MU 1315 with a grade of "C" or better.

MU 3234. Jazz Theory and Improvisation II.

This course continues the study of materials introduced in MU 3233 and expands students’ technical and theoretical fluency in jazz improvisation. Students examine scales, modes, pentatonic materials, and modal approaches used in a broad range of jazz styles. Instruction emphasizes analytical listening, pattern application, and the development of individualized improvisational vocabulary through guided practice and performance based study. Class activities include transcription, harmonic analysis, scale pattern integration, and structured improvisation exercises designed to strengthen aural recognition and theoretical accuracy. Prerequisites: MU 3233 and MUSE 3127 all with a grade of "C" or better or permission of instructor.

MU 3242. Survey of Choral Performance Literature.

This course surveys choral literature across all historical periods and styles, emphasizing pedagogical applications for K–12 education. Students explore the historical context of choral works while developing systematic criteria for selecting repertoire appropriate to varied ensemble types and skill levels. Special attention is given to working with adolescent voices and their unique developmental needs. Through analysis of diverse choral literature, students gain competencies in repertoire selection, program design, and creating effective learning experiences. The course culminates in developing practical skills for structuring lesson plans that integrate appropriate choral literature across educational settings. Prerequisites: MUSP 1138 and MU 3208 and MU 3254 all with a grade of "C” or better. Corequisite: MU 3227 with a grade of a "C" or better.

MU 3253. Band/Orchestra Methods.

This course introduces fundamental principles of instrumental ensemble instruction and provides opportunities to apply these principles through teaching and rehearsal experiences. Students explore pedagogical strategies, assessment methods, and rehearsal techniques for band and orchestra, while gaining practical experience rehearsing ensembles and presenting teaching demonstrations. Course content includes curriculum design, assessment, psychoacoustic principles, and administrative procedures for secondary school music programs. Students develop competencies in planning instruction, evaluating student achievement, and applying a variety of practices in assorted educational settings. Prerequisites: [MU 2316] and [MUSP 3145 or MUSP 3147 or MUSP 3241 or MUSP 3247 or MUSP 3155 or MUSP 3157 or MUSP 3251 or MUSP 3257 or MUSP 3261 or MUSP 3262 or MUSP 3263 or MUSP 3264 or MUSP 3266] both with a grade of "C" or better.

MU 3254. Choral Methods.

This course introduces fundamental principles of effective choral ensemble instruction for secondary education. Students explore pedagogical strategies, rehearsal techniques, and assessment methods while gaining hands-on experience through simulated and authentic teaching opportunities. Emphasis is placed on developing efficient rehearsal procedures, vocal techniques, teaching music literacy, and classroom management strategies specific to choral settings. Students apply educational psychology concepts to address diverse learning needs and foster musical growth. The course culminates in developing and implementing lesson plans that create positive, productive learning environments for choral singers. Prerequisite: MUSP 1138 and MU 2315 with grades of "C" or better.

MU 3263. Marching Band Techniques.

This course examines contemporary practices in marching band design and instruction with an emphasis on preparing students for secondary-level band directing. Topics include show planning and design, music selection, movement and visual concepts, rehearsal pedagogy, organization and administration, and the use of technology in charting and instruction. Students engage with current trends through analysis of marching band and drum corps performances, guest lectures, and hands-on design projects. Practical experience with computer-assisted drill design software supports the development of effective instructional and organizational strategies for successful marching band programs.

MU 3269. Elementary General Music Methods II.

This course introduces instructional models, materials, and techniques used in elementary general music settings. Students study teaching strategies, curriculum design, assessment approaches, classroom technologies, and practices that support diverse learners. The course examines recorder, fretted, and Orff instruments as tools for lesson design and explores how general music programs organize learning experiences. Students participate in observations that connect course concepts with classroom settings. Emphasis is placed on analyzing pedagogical approaches, evaluating evidence‑supported methods, and understanding how elementary music curricula are constructed. Students also engage in teaching demonstrations to apply instructional strategies in structured settings. Prerequisite: MU 3340 with a grade of "C" or better.

MU 3308. History of Rock Music.

This course examines the historical development of rock music from its mid twentieth century origins through its early diversification in the subsequent decades. Students explore major stylistic trends, influential performers, and the musical, technological, and cultural factors that shaped the genre’s growth. The course introduces analytical listening skills, basic musical concepts relevant to rock traditions, and the study of production and performance practices associated with key periods of development. Emphasis is placed on understanding rock music as a musical and historical phenomenon while engaging with representative recordings, primary documents, and scholarly interpretations.

MU 3310. Guitar Class II.

This course provides students with structured instruction in intermediate guitar techniques, including accompaniment, music reading, and solo performance skills. Emphasis is placed on developing technical fluency, stylistic awareness, and practical musicianship applicable to a range of musical contexts. Students receive guided practice, demonstrations, and opportunities to apply concepts through individual and group performance activities. Designed for non music majors as well as students seeking additional applied experience, the course approaches guitar study as a technical and artistic discipline, supporting skill development without assuming prior stylistic specialization. Prerequisite: MU 2310 with a grade of "C" or better.

MU 3315. History and Analysis of Music from Antiquity through the Seventeenth Century.

This course examines music and music practices from antiquity through the seventeenth century. The course introduces various approaches to music study, including history, theory, aesthetics, performance practice, and conceptual frameworks specific to both sacred and secular traditions, domestic music, and genres associated with popular song, dance, and drama. Using established methods from musicology and music theory, students analyze music and music practices in their historical contexts. The course examines the social complexities of music making and the myriad ways by which musicians and their milieus negotiate meaning and value through sound. Prerequisite: MU 1316 with a grade of "C" or better.

MU 3316. History and Analysis of Music in the Eighteenth and Nineteenth Centuries.

This course examines music and music practices from the eighteenth through the nineteenth century. The course introduces various approaches to music study, including history, theory, aesthetics, performance practice, and conceptual frameworks specific to classical traditions, domestic music, and genres associated with popular song, dance, and the theater. Students analyze music and music practices in their historical contexts, using established methods from musicology and music theory. The course examines the social complexities of music making and the myriad ways by which musicians and their milieus negotiate meaning and value through sound. Prerequisite: MU 1316 with a grade of "C" or better.

MU 3317. History and Analysis of Music in the Twentieth and Twenty-First Centuries.

This course examines music and music practices from the turn of the twentieth century to the present. The course introduces various approaches to music study, including history, theory, aesthetics, performance practice, and conceptual frameworks specific to popular song, film music, jazz, rock, experimental trends, classical traditions, crossover genres, and influential technologies. Students analyze music and music practices in their historical contexts, using established methods from musicology and music theory. The course examines the social complexities of music making and the myriad ways by which musicians and their milieus negotiate meaning and value through sound. Prerequisite: MU 1316 with a grade of "C" or better.

MU 3318. World Music Cultures.

This course introduces students to musical traditions from around the world, emphasizing how music expresses and shapes cultural, historical, spiritual, and social life. Students develop practical listening skills, learn to identify key musical features, and gain tools for understanding how musicians and communities conceive of their own musical practices. Through guided listening, discussion, and case studies, the course cultivates respect for diverse worldviews and builds a foundation for recognizing the breadth of global musical expression and the contexts that sustain it.

MU 3340. Elementary General Music Methods I.

This course prepares students to teach general music in elementary settings through the study of children’s musical literature, key pedagogical approaches, and practical instructional techniques. Students examine Orff Schulwerk, Kodály, Dalcroze Eurhythmics, and World Music Pedagogy as objects of study, considering their development and applications. Coursework includes experiences with singing, classroom instruments, technology, and strategies for supporting learners with diverse needs. Students analyze how children engage with music across cultures and explore multiple curriculum design frameworks. Through guided inquiry, students evaluate evidence‑supported practices, participate in professional development activities, and apply course concepts through structured teaching demonstrations. Prerequisite: MU 2123 with a grade of "C" or higher.

MU 3355. Mariachi Methods.

This course equips future music educators with the skills to teach and lead school-based mariachi programs. Students explore pedagogical strategies, rehearsal techniques, and assessment methods while gaining hands-on experience through simulated and authentic teaching opportunities. Topics include curriculum development, rehearsal strategies, repertoire selection, classroom management, instrumental and vocal technique, music literacy, assessment, and community engagement specific to the school-based mariachi program. Students apply educational psychology concepts to address diverse learning needs and foster musical growth. The course culminates in developing and implementing lesson plans that create positive, productive learning environments for the mariachi classroom. Prerequisite: MU 2115 and MU 2315 both with grades of "C" or better.

MU 3370. Music for the Elementary Classroom.

This course is an introduction to basic music skills for the elementary classroom teacher. The course includes practical application of instructional techniques necessary for effective integration of music experiences in the elementary classroom curriculum. Research into best teaching practices and the importance of incorporating music into the classroom are examined in this course. The focus of this course is on teaching aspects of using music in the classroom, rather than refining musical skills. Future teachers will come away with usable, practical musical strategies to include in the classroom curriculum.

MU 3372. Music Teaching in Diverse Classroom Contexts.

This course examines research and practices related to teaching music in classrooms that include varied cultural traditions, musical practices, and learner characteristics. Students analyze scholarship in multicultural music education, world music pedagogy, and ethnomusicology, and evaluate how these areas inform instructional design. The course addresses methods for supporting students with diverse learning needs, including approaches to accommodations and modifications within music settings. Through readings, lesson development, applied projects, and teaching demonstrations, students investigate how musical practices function within broader social and cultural contexts and consider their implications for K–12 music instruction.

MU 3375. History of Jazz.

This course examines the historical development of jazz from its early emergence to its contemporary forms. Students study musical structures, stylistic evolution, major innovators, and the cultural contexts in which jazz developed. Through listening, score study, and historical analysis, the course explores how social, musical, and technological conditions shaped jazz across different eras. The course emphasizes critical listening skills and situates jazz within broader musical and historical trends without prescribing viewpoints about its cultural meaning. Students engage with recorded examples and may attend live performances to deepen their understanding of stylistic characteristics and performance practices.

MU 3380A. Women in Jazz.

This course examines the history of jazz from its origins to the present with emphasis on the contributions of women as performers, composers, bandleaders, and innovators. Students explore major stylistic periods, including early jazz, swing, bebop, cool jazz, hard bop, free jazz, fusion, and contemporary practices, while considering the social and cultural contexts that have shaped women’s participation in jazz. Through listening, reading, and discussion, the course develops critical listening skills and an understanding of jazz as an evolving musical and cultural tradition.

MU 3380B. Music and Film.

This course examines the relationship between music and moving image across historical and contemporary film traditions. Students explore the functions of film music, including narrative support, emotional expression, characterization, and the creation of meaning through audiovisual interaction. The course considers stylistic developments in film scoring, particularly within Hollywood and related traditions, as well as broader cultural and aesthetic contexts. Through guided listening, viewing, and analysis, students develop skills in interpreting how musical elements interact with visual media to shape audience perception and cinematic experience.

MU 3380C. Rock Harmony.

This course examines harmonic practices and stylistic features of rock and related popular music traditions through analysis, listening, and performance-based activities. Students explore chord progressions, modal and tonal systems, formal designs, and characteristic rhythmic and melodic patterns in rock repertoire. The course emphasizes aural recognition of harmonic structures and stylistic elements, as well as comparisons with traditional tonal harmony. Through analytical and applied work, students develop skills in understanding, interpreting, and engaging with the harmonic language of rock music. Prerequisite: MU 1312 with a "C" or better or permission by the instructor.

MU 3380D. History of Blues.

This course examines the historical development, cultural contexts, and musical characteristics of the blues from its origins to the present. Students explore early forms of the blues in African American communities, the role of recording and performance practices, and the genre’s evolution across regional styles and historical periods. The course also considers the blues’ influence on related musical traditions, including jazz, rhythm and blues, rock, and other popular styles. Through listening, reading, and analysis, students develop an understanding of the blues as both a musical practice and a cultural expression shaped by social, economic, and technological factors. (MULT).

MU 3381. Recording Techniques I.

This course examines the technology used in audio production. Students use terminology associated with recording, modifying, and reproducing audio, as well as exploring sound, acoustics, microphones, amplifiers, speakers, and study the theoretical operation and signal flow using block diagrams to acquire foundational knowledge necessary to excel in the field of audio production. In direct relation to that endeavor, students identify devices commonly used in recording, modifying, and reproducing audio. Full major status in SRT is required. Prerequisite: MU 1182 with a grade of "C" or better. Corequisite: MU 2180 with a grade of a "C" or better.

MU 3382. Recording Techniques II.

This course examines the technology used in audio production. A continuation of Audio Production Technology I, students use terminology associated with recording, modifying, and reproducing audio, as well as exploring, loudspeakers, digital audio fundamentals, magnetic recording, EQ, and dynamic range processors to acquire foundational knowledge necessary to excel in the field of audio production. In addition, students examine the fundamental properties of analog and digital electronics, sound waves, and psychoacoustics. Full major status in SRT is required. Prerequisite: MU 3381 with a grade of "C" or better. Corequisite: MU 2182 with a grade of "C" or better.

MU 3383. Recording Techniques III.

This course examines the role of a music producer primarily from an artistic perspective, including such elements commonly assigned to audio engineers as diagnosing performance issues, evaluating console signal flow choices, assessing feedback from a performer or producer, and using industry standard large format analog and hybrid consoles. Students explore each stage of the recording process (preproduction, production, postproduction) in the accompanying practicum, using common genres, to gain a holistic view of the entire process. Full major status in SRT is required. Prerequisite: MU 3382 with a grade of "C" or better. Corequisite: MU 3180 with a grade of a "C" or better.

MU 3384. Recording Techniques IV.

This course examines the role of a music producer primarily from an artistic perspective, including such elements commonly assigned to audio engineers as diagnosing performance issues, evaluating console signal flow choices, assessing feedback from a performer or producer, and using industry standard large format analog and hybrid consoles. Students explore each stage of the recording process (preproduction, production, postproduction) in the accompanying practicum, using common genres, to gain a holistic view of the entire process. Full major status in SRT is required. Prerequisite: MU 3383 with a grade of "C" or better. Corequisite: MU 3182 with a grade of a "C" or better.

MU 4000. Senior Departmental Recital.

This course provides students with structured opportunities to observe, analyze, and participate in weekly departmental recitals as part of their advanced applied study. Students engage in performance preparation, repertoire development, and critical listening activities that support their culminating senior recital. The course emphasizes professional standards in performance, stage presence, and artistic communication without prescribing stylistic or interpretive positions. Concurrent enrollment in senior level applied lessons and the appropriate major ensemble may be required to ensure adequate preparation for the recital experience. Through guided engagement with departmental performances, students strengthen their technical, interpretive, and reflective capacities as emerging musicians.

MU 4050. Senior Recital.

This course guides students through the structured preparation, rehearsal, and presentation of a senior recital demonstrating advanced applied performance skills. Students engage in supervised study, refinement of repertoire, and rehearsal planning while applying discipline specific performance practices. The course emphasizes independent artistic decision making, technical accuracy, and stylistic competence appropriate to the student’s primary instrument or voice. Through faculty coaching and individual work, students develop a coherent recital program, manage logistical planning, and present a public performance representing cumulative study in their applied area. Curriculum serves as the capstone performance requirement for the degree program. Corequisite: Any MUSP 4000 level course.

MU 4152. Problems in Music.

This course provides students the opportunity to pursue independent study on specific music topics not addressed in existing coursework. Under faculty supervision, students identify an area of musical inquiry, develop a study plan, and engage in directed research, analysis, or creative exploration. The structure and focus of the work vary depending on the student’s selected topic and approved proposal. Curriculum supports individualized learning pathways, allowing students to deepen knowledge in areas aligned with their academic or professional interests. Enrollment requires approval from the Director of the School of Music. May be repeated for credit.

MU 4156. Mariachi Arranging Techniques.

This course explores beginning to advanced arranging techniques for traditional and contemporary mariachi ensembles. Students will analyze classic repertoire by groups such as Mariachi Vargas de Tecalitlán and study stylistic elements popularized by artists like Vicente Fernández, Javier Solis, Lucha Villa, Juan Gabriel, and others. Topics include instrumentation, harmonic reharmonization, rhythmic variation, vocal support, and writing for violins, trumpets, vihuela, guitarrón, and voice. Through score study and original projects, students will develop culturally informed, performance-ready arrangements rooted in mariachi tradition. Prerequisite: MU 2315 with a grade of "C" or better.

MU 4157. Mariachi Ensemble Teaching Lab.

This course equips future music educators with the skills to teach and lead school-based mariachi programs. Students explore pedagogical strategies, rehearsal techniques, and assessment methods while gaining hands-on experience through simulated and authentic teaching opportunities. Topics include curriculum development, rehearsal strategies, repertoire selection, classroom management, instrumental and vocal technique, music literacy, assessment, and community engagement specific to the school-based mariachi program. Students apply educational psychology concepts to address diverse learning needs and foster musical growth. The course culminates in developing and implementing lesson plans that create positive, productive learning environments for the mariachi classroom.

MU 4170. Mariachi Arranging.

This course explores beginning to advanced arranging techniques for traditional and contemporary mariachi ensembles. Students analyze classic repertoire by groups such as Mariachi Vargas de Tecalitlán and study stylistic elements popularized by artists like Vicente Fernández, Javier Solis, Lucha Villa, Juan Gabriel, and others. Topics include instrumentation, harmonic reharmonization, rhythmic variation, vocal support, and writing for violins, trumpets, vihuela, guitarrón, and voice. Through score study and original projects, students develop culturally informed, performance-ready arrangements rooted in mariachi tradition.  Prerequisite: MU 2315 with a grade of "C" or better.

MU 4180. Recording Practicum VII.

This course examines techniques used in audio engineering for game and multimedia production. Students explore an industry standard game engine, a stand alone audio engine, common sound formats, spatial audio tools, methods for randomization, and basic scripting functions. In addition, this course emphasizes practical configuration and implementation strategies used in contemporary interactive environments. The course supports skill development for students working with audio in game design, multimedia, and related creative technologies. Full major status in SRT is required. Prerequisite: MU 3182 with a grade of "C" or better. Corequisite: MU 4385 with a grade of a "C" or better.

MU 4182. Recording Practicum VIII.

This course develops students’ skills in evaluating and refining audio mixes through quality control listening practices and subtle sonic adjustments suitable for varied playback environments. Students engage in advanced mastering related tasks, including applying equalization, compression, sample rate conversion, and metadata compliant deliverable preparation. In addition, the course offers structured guidance for capstone portfolio expectations to support the final stages of professional documentation. Instruction emphasizes analytical listening, technical accuracy, and industry standard workflows. Full major status in SRT is required. Prerequisite: MU 4180 with a grade of "C" or better.

MU 4185. Senior Research Project.

This course examines senior recital literature through analytical, historical, technical, and stylistic study to support advanced undergraduate performance preparation. Students research selected recital repertoire, apply established methodologies in performance analysis, and produce a formal written paper presenting their findings. Emphasis is placed on independent inquiry, evidence based interpretation, and clear written communication appropriate to performance studies. The course also guides students in connecting scholarly investigation with applied performance preparation. Concurrent enrollment in Senior Recital, senior level applied lessons, and the appropriate major ensemble is required. Corequisites: MU 4050 with a grade of a "C" or better.

MU 4234. Arranging Techniques for School Music Ensembles.

This course introduces practical techniques for arranging music for a wide range of school ensembles. Students explore the capabilities and characteristics of each instrument family, with attention to range, tone color, and balance. Instruction includes essential manuscript skills, covering both traditional hand notation and computer-assisted scoring. Through guided listening, score study, and hands-on projects, students develop effective arranging strategies for voicing, scoring, and ensemble texture. Emphasis is placed on creating clear, performable arrangements suited to varied ability levels and ensemble types.  Prerequisite: [MU 2315 and MU 3207 and [MUSP 3241 or MUSP 3247 or MUSP 3251 or MUSP 3257] and [MUSP 3155 or MUSP 3157 or MUSP 3251 or MUSP 3257 or MUSP 3165] and MUSP 3365 with grades of a "C" or better.

MU 4244. Jazz Theory and Improvisation III.

This course builds on skills developed in MU 3234 and examines advanced concepts in jazz theory and improvisation. Students study symmetrical scales, chord substitutions, re harmonization approaches, and pentatonic and other non traditional scale forms as they apply to performance contexts. The course emphasizes analytical understanding, stylistic application, and pedagogical considerations relevant to jazz practice. Historical and cultural factors that have shaped various improvisational traditions are presented as objects of scholarly study, enabling students to evaluate diverse approaches without prescribing particular artistic perspectives. Through guided performance exercises, listening, and transcription, students develop increased fluency in applying theoretical concepts to improvisational settings. Prerequisite: MU 3234 and MUSE 3127 all with a grade of "C" or better or permission of instructor.

MU 4245. Jazz Composition and Arranging.

This course examines fundamental techniques in jazz composition and arranging for small ensembles. Students study harmonic practice, voicing strategies, orchestration methods, and stylistic conventions drawn from major jazz traditions. Emphasis is placed on analyzing model scores, developing clear part writing, and understanding genre specific rhythmic and textural concepts. Through guided projects, students create original arrangements that demonstrate idiomatic writing for rhythm sections and horns. Listening activities, score study, and structured critique support the development of practical musicianship and transferable creative skills. The course provides a foundation for advanced work in jazz writing, composition, and commercial music applications. Prerequisite: MU 4244 with a grade of "C" or better or permission of instructor.

MU 4253. Problems in Music.

This course provides students the opportunity to pursue independent study on specific music topics not addressed in existing coursework. Under faculty supervision, students identify an area of musical inquiry, develop a study plan, and engage in directed research, analysis, or creative exploration. The structure and focus of the work vary depending on the student’s selected topic and approved proposal. Coursework supports individualized learning pathways, allowing students to deepen knowledge in areas aligned with their academic or professional interests. Enrollment requires approval from the Director of the School of Music. May be repeated for credit.

MU 4257. Vocal Pedagogy I: Voice Science.

This course examines the scientific foundations of singing and voice teaching through the study of vocal anatomy, physiology, acoustics, and vocal health. Students explore the structure and function of the respiratory, phonatory, and resonatory systems, as well as acoustic principles that influence resonance, registration, and timbre. The course integrates current research in voice science with practical implications for singing and instruction. Attention is given to vocal efficiency, injury prevention, and evidence-based teaching approaches. Through readings, discussion, applied analysis, and practical demonstrations, students develop scientifically informed perspectives on vocal production and pedagogy. Prerequisites: MUSP 2220 with a grade of "C" or better.

MU 4259. Vocal Literature.

This course offers an in-depth examination of vocal literature from approximately 1600 to the present, with a focus on major composers, evolving stylistic trends, and international musical traditions. Students engage with a wide range of vocal repertoire while considering historical context, language, and genre-specific conventions. The course emphasizes informed repertoire selection, technical and expressive performance challenges, and interpretive approaches appropriate to each historical period. Through analytical listening, score study, and critical discussion, students develop stylistic awareness and apply these insights directly to solo vocal performance. Prerequisites: MUSP 2220 with a grade of "C" or better.

MU 4260. Vocal Pedagogy II: Methods.

This course examines historical and contemporary methods of voice teaching through comparative study of pedagogical treatises, technical approaches, and instructional strategies. Students explore vocal exercises and vocalises designed to support breath coordination, phonation, resonance, registration, articulation, and stylistic flexibility. Emphasis is placed on diagnosing and addressing vocal challenges, designing sequenced instructional plans, and applying pedagogical principles in supervised peer teaching contexts. The course integrates theoretical knowledge from voice science with practical teaching methodologies, fostering reflective and informed approaches to voice instruction. Prerequisite: MU 4257 with a grade of "B" or better.

MU 4261. Guitar Pedagogy.

This course provides a comprehensive study of instructional methodologies used in guitar education from beginning through advanced levels. Students examine established teaching approaches, observe instructional strategies in practice, and analyze the effectiveness of varied sequencing methods. The course emphasizes both one-on-one and group instructional contexts, allowing students to study how differing environments shape pedagogical decision-making. Through guided analysis, lesson plan design, and structured reflection, students gain experience applying methodical teaching processes grounded in observable practice rather than prescriptive ideology. The course prepares students to evaluate and implement evidence-based strategies within diverse instructional settings. Corequisite: MUSP 3260 or MUSP 4260 with a grade of a "C" or better.

MU 4262. Guitar Literature.

This course provides an in-depth study of guitar repertoire across solo, chamber, and orchestral contexts. Students examine major stylistic periods, influential composers, and the development of performance practices associated with the instrument. The course emphasizes analytical listening, historical context, and the study of representative works that demonstrate significant technical and artistic developments. Students investigate editions, interpretive choices, and rehearsal considerations relevant to preparing literature for performance. While the course focuses on the student’s primary instrument, attention is also given to broader traditions that inform contemporary guitar performance. Corequisite: MUSP 3260 or MUSP 4260 with a grade of a "C" or better.

MU 4263. Keyboard Pedagogy.

This course provides an in-depth study of instructional methodologies used in the teaching of keyboard from beginning through advanced levels. Students examine major pedagogical approaches, sequencing strategies, and techniques for individual and group instruction. Through observation, analysis, and practical teaching experience, students learn how to apply established methods to diverse learning contexts and varied student needs. The course emphasizes evidence-based teaching practices, structured lesson planning, and reflective self-assessment. Attention is given to developing adaptable instructional strategies that support skill development across a range of proficiency levels. No specific pedagogical philosophy is required, and students evaluate approaches as objects of study rather than prescribed models. Corequisite: MUSP 3230 or MUSP 4230 with a grade of a "C" or better.

MU 4264. Keyboard Literature I.

This course examines keyboard repertoire composed between 1700 and 1850, highlighting the development of solo, chamber, and orchestral keyboard writing within its historical context. Students study representative works, stylistic characteristics, and evolving performance practices associated with major composers and traditions. The course also introduces methods for analyzing editions, score preparation, and historically informed interpretation. Attention is given to literature relevant to each student’s primary instrument while maintaining a broad overview of the period’s major genres. Through listening, score study, and discussion, students develop the analytical and stylistic tools necessary for informed performance and scholarship. Corequisite: MUSP 3230 or MUSP 4230 with grades of "C" or better.

MU 4265. Keyboard Literature II.

This course examines keyboard repertoire from approximately 1850 to the present, emphasizing the historical, stylistic, and structural features that shape solo, chamber, and orchestral keyboard writing. Students study representative works alongside relevant musicological scholarship, focusing on performance practice and interpretive traditions across stylistic periods. The course also explores rehearsal considerations, editorial variations, and the evolving role of keyboard instruments in modern performance contexts. Emphasis is placed on repertoire associated with each student’s primary instrument to support individualized artistic development within a scholarly framework. Corequisite: MUSP 3230 or MUSP 4230 with a grade of "C" or better.

MU 4266. Woodwind Pedagogy.

This course provides an in-depth study of instructional methodologies used in teaching woodwind instruments across beginning, intermediate, and advanced levels. Students examine historical and contemporary pedagogical approaches, analyze technique-based learning sequences, and evaluate strategies for individual and group lesson settings. Through guided observation and structured practice, the course emphasizes systematic planning, formative assessment, and reflective teaching. Students develop lesson plans, review model teaching demonstrations, and study diverse instructional materials used in woodwind education. The course treats pedagogical methods as objects of scholarly and professional inquiry, supporting students in forming their own evidence-based teaching perspectives. Corequisite: MUSP 3240 or MUSP 4240 with a grade of "C" or better.

MU 4267. Woodwind Literature.

This course examines solo, chamber, and/or orchestral repertoire for woodwind instruments through historical, analytical, and stylistic perspectives. Students study representative works from major periods, develop familiarity with performance practice considerations, and explore how instrumentation influences interpretive decisions. The course may also introduce methods for evaluating editions, researching composers, and understanding the evolution of woodwind literature. Emphasis is placed on applying these analytical tools to the student’s primary instrument while maintaining an objective, scholarly approach to music as an evolving artistic tradition. At times, students may be required to perform in recitals or mock auditions. Corequisite: MUSP 3240 or MUSP 4240 with a grade of "C" or better.

MU 4268. Brass Pedagogy.

This course introduces the pedagogical principles, instructional methods, and materials essential to effective brass instruction. Students examine the physiological and acoustical foundations of brass performance while developing an understanding of how these principles inform technique. Coursework emphasizes instructional strategies appropriate for beginners through advanced musicians, with focused study of tone production, embouchure development, air management, articulation, posture, and physical alignment. Additional topics include appropriate equipment selection, evaluation of method books and teaching resources, and the design of effective lesson structures. Corequisite: MUSP 3250 or MUSP 4250 with a grade of "C" or better.

MU 4269. Brass Literature.

This course offers an in‑depth study of brass solo, chamber, and large‑ensemble literature through analytical, historical, and stylistic investigation. Students examine major repertoire across eras, genres, and cultural traditions, considering performance practice, editorial issues, and pedagogical perspectives relevant to their primary instrument. Through score analysis, critical listening, and engagement with scholarly research, students develop a deeper understanding of how brass literature has evolved and how it informs contemporary interpretation. The course supports advanced preparation for performance, teaching, and continued academic study in brass‑related disciplines. Corequisite: MUSP 3250 or MUSP 4250 with a grade of "C" or better.

MU 4270. Percussion Pedagogy.

This course provides a comprehensive examination of percussion teaching methodologies for beginning through advanced learners. Students study instructional strategies, sequencing of technical skills, repertoire selection, lesson planning, and approaches to both individual and group instruction. Emphasis is placed on developing evaluative listening skills, identifying common performance challenges, and applying research-informed pedagogical practices across diverse educational contexts. Through observation, guided practice, and analytical reflection, students gain the tools to construct effective instructional plans and adapt teaching approaches to varied learner needs. The course positions percussion pedagogy as a scholarly area of study, supporting inquiry into technique, musicianship, and instructional design while allowing students to form their own professional perspectives. Corequisite: MUSP 3170 or MUSP 3270 or MUSP 4170 or MUSP 4270 with a grade of a "C" or better.

MU 4271. Percussion Literature.

This course provides an in-depth study of percussion repertoire across solo, chamber, and orchestral contexts. Students examine representative works, historical developments, performance practices, and rehearsal approaches relevant to percussion literature. Attention is given to stylistic features, influential composers, instrument-specific traditions, and the ways in which repertoire choices shape performance outcomes. Through listening, score study, guided research, and applied discussion, students develop a comprehensive understanding of the musical, technical, and contextual elements that inform percussion performance. The course supports critical engagement with diverse literature while allowing students to apply analytical insights to their primary instrument and artistic goals. Corequisite: MUSP 3170 or MUSP 3270 or MUSP 4170 or MUSP 4270 with a grade of a "C" or better.

MU 4272. String Pedagogy.

This course provides an in‑depth study of string teaching methodologies from beginning through advanced levels, emphasizing both individual and group instruction models. Students engage with historical and contemporary pedagogical approaches, explore key teaching strategies, and apply foundational techniques such as sequencing, assessment, lesson planning, and physical setup. Activities include developing teaching videos, observing lessons, and constructing a comprehensive pedagogy notebook. Through guided practice and reflection, the course strengthens students’ ability to introduce core technical skills, craft effective lesson structures, and build a personal teaching philosophy grounded in current pedagogical thought. Corequisite: MUSP 3260 or MUSP 4260 with a grade of a "C" or better.

MU 4273. String Literature.

This course provides an in‑depth exploration of string repertoire across major historical style periods, emphasizing solo, chamber, and orchestral literature relevant to each student’s primary instrument. Through focused listening, score study, performance excerpts, and discussion of historical context, students engage with stylistic characteristics, performance practice, and technical demands of representative works. The curriculum fosters informed repertoire selection, develops contextual understanding, and strengthens students’ ability to recognize, interpret, and perform essential string literature. Guided research, comparative study, and applied musicianship deepen students’ artistic insight and prepare them for advanced performance and teaching contexts. Corequisite: MUSP 3260 or MUSP 4260 with a grade of a "C" or better.

MU 4310. Guitar Class III: Rock, Country, Blues.

This course develops intermediate to advanced guitar skills through the study of techniques used in rock, country, and blues performance. Students will practice scales, arpeggios, strumming patterns, and accompanying styles while examining how these technical elements support musical expression within each genre. The course emphasizes applied performance, guided listening, stylistic analysis, and the development of independent practice strategies. Designed for non music majors seeking structured advancement on the instrument, the course provides opportunities to strengthen both technical facility and stylistic awareness. No prior experience beyond Guitar Class II (or equivalent) is required. Prerequisite: MU 3310 with a grade of "C" or better.

MU 4312. Guitar Class IV: Rock, Country, Blues.

This course develops advanced guitar skills with an emphasis on soloing, accompaniment, and stylistic interpretation across country, blues, and rock traditions. Students examine significant contemporary performers to understand how technique, tone production, and stylistic norms shape genre-specific approaches to performance. Through guided practice, listening analysis, and applied study, learners refine technical fluency while building stylistic awareness and versatility. The course supports students in applying analytical and performance skills in a variety of contemporary musical contexts. Prerequisite: MU 4310 with a grade of "C" or better.

MU 4330. Form and Analysis.

This course explores principles of form and analysis through the in-depth application of various analytical systems to musical repertoire, focusing on standard musical forms of the seventeenth to the nineteenth century. Students define and recognize diverse formal archetypes and processes, analyze and interpret musical examples, compare different analytical frameworks, and construct their own analyses. Topics may include binary and ternary forms, sonata, rondo, concerto, fugue, ostinato, and variations. Readings from theoretical texts will accompany score study and guided listening. Prerequisite: MU 2316 with a grade of "C" or better.

MU 4332. Contemporary Analytic Techniques.

This course examines compositional techniques and aesthetic developments in twentieth- and twenty-first-century music, with particular emphasis on works composed since 1945. The course integrates analytical study with practical application. Students explore pitch organization, rhythmic innovation, extended instrumental techniques, timbral design, serial and post-serial procedures, spectral and textural approaches, and selected electroacoustic or experimental practices. Readings in composer writings and aesthetic documents accompany score study and listening. Through analytical writing and model composition exercises, students develop fluency in contemporary techniques and apply them in original creative work. Prerequisite: MU 2316 with a grade of "C" or better.

MU 4334. Orchestration.

This course explores the individual characteristics of standard instruments, including the wind, brass, string, and percussion families, and the ways in which they are combined effectively in different instrumental ensembles, especially orchestra. Students examine orchestral excerpts featuring individual instruments or sections, as well as string quartets, wind quintets, and full orchestral works, to analyze orchestration techniques. Students create analytical reductions of full scores and interpret instrumentation choices. Students create their own orchestrations of assigned piano works to demonstrate their application of the skills and techniques covered in the class. Readings from orchestration texts accompany score study and guided listening. Prerequisite: MU 2316 with a grade of "C" or better.

MU 4336. 18th-Century Counterpoint.

This course presents an overview of the major forms and techniques of eighteenth-century counterpoint, with particular emphasis on the work of Johann Sebastian Bach (1685–1750). Topics may include principles of keyboard harmony, species counterpoint, chorale harmonizations, chorale preludes, canons, inventions, and fugues. Students identify elements of contrapuntal forms through oral presentation and analysis of various musical examples. Students further develop contrapuntal technique through assigned exercises and by creating original compositions in the style of eighteenth-century composers. Prerequisite: MU 2316 with a grade of "C" or better.

MU 4343. Jazz Pedagogy.

This course examines methods, materials, and instructional strategies used in jazz education across secondary, collegiate, and community settings. Emphasis is placed on approaches to teaching improvisation, ensemble rehearsal techniques, rhythm section instruction, stylistic interpretation, and curriculum design. Students analyze historical and contemporary pedagogical models, evaluate instructional resources and repertoire, and observe teaching practices in applied contexts. Through guided teaching exercises and reflective analysis, students develop practical skills related to ensemble leadership, rehearsal planning, and instructional decision making. The course prepares students to design and implement effective jazz instruction informed by research, professional standards, and contextual considerations relevant to a range of jazz ensemble environments. Prerequisites: MU 3233 with a grade of "C" or better.

MU 4345. Large Jazz Ensemble Repertoire.

This course introduces students to the major repertoire of large jazz ensembles, tracing the genre’s development from the swing era to contemporary compositions. Students examine hallmark works from each decade and study the contributions of significant jazz composers. Attention is given to stylistic traits, orchestration techniques, and the shifting performance practices associated with evolving ensemble traditions. Through listening, analysis, and historical contextualization, students gain familiarity with the musical, cultural, and educational dimensions of big-band literature. Coursework also provides practical tools for selecting age appropriate and skill appropriate repertoire for ensembles at various developmental stages. Prerequisite: MU 3375 with a grade of "C" or better.

MU 4351. Problems in Music.

This course provides students the opportunity to pursue independent study on specific music topics not addressed in existing coursework. Under faculty supervision, students identify an area of musical inquiry, develop a study plan, and engage in directed research, analysis, or creative exploration. The structure and focus of the work vary depending on the student’s selected topic and approved proposal. Coursework supports individualized learning pathways, allowing students to deepen knowledge in areas aligned with their academic or professional interests. Enrollment requires approval from the Director of the School of Music. May be repeated for credit.

MU 4353. Problems in Music.

This course provides students the opportunity to pursue independent study on specific music topics not addressed in existing coursework. Under faculty supervision, students identify an area of musical inquiry, develop a study plan, and engage in directed research, analysis, or creative exploration. The structure and focus of the work vary depending on the student’s selected topic and approved proposal. This course supports individualized learning pathways, allowing students to deepen knowledge in areas aligned with their academic or professional interests. Enrollment requires approval from the Director of the School of Music. May be repeated for credit.

MU 4354. Business in Music.

This course examines the structures, professional practices, and economic dimensions of the music industry. Students explore a range of career paths available to musicians, including performance, education, production, administration, and entrepreneurial work. Emphasis is placed on understanding how various sectors of the industry function and how professionals navigate them. Through case studies and analysis of current industry models, students learn to evaluate opportunities, identify necessary skills, and consider multiple approaches to professional development. The course focuses on studying industry systems rather than prescribing specific vocational choices, allowing students to make informed decisions about their own trajectories.

MU 4355. Mariachi Arranging Techniques.

This course explores beginning to advanced arranging techniques for traditional and contemporary mariachi ensembles. Students analyze classic repertoire by groups such as Mariachi Vargas de Tecalitlán and study stylistic elements popularized by artists like Vicente Fernández, Javier Solis, Lucha Villa, Juan Gabriel, and others. Topics include instrumentation, harmonic reharmonization, rhythmic variation, vocal support, and writing for violins, trumpets, vihuela, guitarrón, and voice. Through score study and original projects, students develop culturally informed, performance-ready arrangements rooted in mariachi tradition. Prerequisite: MU 2315 with a grade of "C" or better.

MU 4358. Advanced Musicianship Skills.

This course develops advanced, integrated musicianship skills through focused study in sight-reading, aural analysis and dictation, keyboard fluency, and score reading. Students refine rapid score comprehension, melodic and harmonic transcription, and stylistically informed keyboard harmonization across tonal and post-tonal contexts. Through applied exercises and performance-based assessments, students cultivate higher-level fluency and flexibility in varied musical settings. Coursework focuses on developing advanced musicianship skills, specifically highlighting sight-singing, error detection, transcription, dictation, and improvisation. The repertoire for this course includes western and-non-western music of various styles and modalities. Prerequisite: MU 2116 with grade of "C" or better.

MU 4385. Advanced Audio Recording Techniques.

This course examines foundational concepts in digital audio, focusing on classic approaches alongside contemporary applications used in sound reproduction and production. Students study digital signal flow, control protocols, and common tools for developing scripts, plug‑ins, and device‑based audio systems. Emphasis is placed on understanding the technical structures that support modern digital audio environments, including hardware–software interaction and interpretation of schematics. Coursework provides opportunities to analyze, design, and build functional audio components using established platforms. Prerequisite: MU 3384 with a grade of "C" or better. Corequisite: MU 4180 with a grade of a "C" or better.

MU 4386. SRT Internship.

This course provides supervised professional experience in an approved setting where audio or sound‑related work is central to daily operations. Students apply theoretical and laboratory knowledge to practical tasks while observing workplace expectations, workflows, and professional communication practices. The internship setting enables students to develop their technical competencies, understand industry procedures, and reflect on how their academic preparation relates to real‑world environments. Full major status in Sound Recording Technology is required, along with completion of at least 80% of core recording courses.

MU 5113. Independent Study in Music.

This course provides graduate students with the opportunity to pursue focused, individualized study in an area of music not fully addressed by existing coursework. In consultation with a faculty supervisor, students design a plan of study that supports professional growth in performance, pedagogy, research, composition, conducting, or related fields. The course emphasizes independent inquiry, sustained engagement with relevant materials, and the completion of clearly defined academic or artistic outcomes. Projects may include research, performance preparation, pedagogical development, creative work, or other approved scholarly or professional activities. The course may be repeated for credit with different emphases. Prerequisite: Advisor approval.

MU 5135. Exploring 21st Century Music Education.

This course examines current issues and questions in music education and methods for completing professional scholarship. Students will examine scholarship pertaining to a self-selected topic of interest related to their emerging professional and educational goals. Course activities emphasize critical thinking and scholarly writing to support the development of a focused area in preparation for the music education capstone project. The course provides initial preparation for the music education capstone project and an opportunity for students to explore current scholarship, evaluate multiple perspectives, and consider how research informs the discussion pertaining to their topic of interest within the diverse field of music education.

MU 5142. Diction for Singers.

This course provides an in-depth study of lyric diction for singing in English and Italian or German and French. Through integrated lecture and laboratory sessions, students apply the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) to refine pronunciation, articulation, and expressive clarity. The course addresses the accurate production of consonants and vowels, as well as the diction rules specific to each language. Students demonstrate their proficiency through written, spoken, and sung assignments and complete advanced projects that extend mastery of phonetics and diction pedagogy. Graduate-level work emphasizes advanced IPA transcription, rhythmic scansion, repertoire analysis, pedagogical application, and research-informed performance practice. Prerequisite: Advisor Approval.

MU 5192. Graduate Recital.

This course culminates the graduate study of music through the preparation and presentation of a full-length public recital. Under faculty supervision, students develop a program appropriate to their area of specialization, demonstrating advanced technical and artistic achievement. The recital may consist of performance repertoire, original compositions, or a combination thereof, depending on the degree plan. Emphasis is placed on artistic interpretation, program design, rehearsal preparation, professional presentation, and clear communication with audiences. Students are expected to enroll concurrently in applied instruction during the final semester of preparation, as required by their degree plan.

MU 5199B. Thesis.

This course represents a graduate student’s continuing enrollment in thesis work and supports the completion, revision, and submission of the master’s thesis in music. Under ongoing faculty supervision, students finalize research, complete writing, respond to advisor and committee feedback, and prepare the thesis for formal submission in accordance with university guidelines. The course emphasizes sustained scholarly engagement, clear argumentation, and professional presentation of research. Students are expected to enroll in thesis during each semester in which faculty supervision is received. Enrollment requires an approved thesis proposal. The course may be repeated for credit.

MU 5213. Independent Study in Music.

This course provides graduate students with the opportunity to pursue focused, individualized study in an area of music not fully addressed by existing coursework. In consultation with a faculty supervisor, students design a plan of study that supports professional growth in performance, pedagogy, research, composition, conducting, or related fields. The course emphasizes independent inquiry, sustained engagement with relevant materials, and the completion of clearly defined academic or artistic outcomes. Projects may include research, performance preparation, pedagogical development, creative work, or other approved scholarly or professional activities. The course may be repeated for credit with different emphases. Prerequisite: Advisor Approval.

MU 5235. Music Education Capstone.

This course examines current issues and questions in music education and methods for completing professional scholarship within the field. Students engage with literature related to a self-selected topic connected to their professional and educational goals. Course activities emphasize critical thinking, scholarly writing, and research literacy to support the execution of a focused music education capstone project. This course serves as a culminating experience in the graduate program. Students complete a written and oral presentation of their work and situate their project within current discussions in the diverse field of music education.

MU 5299B. Thesis.

This course represents a graduate student’s continuing enrollment in thesis work and supports the completion, revision, and submission of the master’s thesis in music. Under ongoing faculty supervision, students finalize research, complete writing, respond to advisor and committee feedback, and prepare the thesis for formal submission in accordance with university guidelines. The course emphasizes sustained scholarly engagement, clear argumentation, and professional presentation of research. Students are expected to enroll in thesis during each semester in which faculty supervision is received. Enrollment requires an approved thesis proposal. The course may be repeated for credit.

MU 5301. Musicology Seminar in Contemporary Issues.

This course offers a seminar-style immersion in a single theme, selected from contemporary trends, explorations, and inquiries in the discipline of musicology, for each offering. Examples include Music and Artificial Intelligence; Music in the Digital Humanities; Cultural Constructions of Music, Sound, and Noise; The Rise of Ecomusicology; Race and Musical Production; Music and Disability, among others. Students examine pivotal pieces of scholarship and advance toward building their own scholarly modules for discussion with peers. The course provides graduate students with entry into a vibrant and globally engaged contemporary musicology.

MU 5302. Foundations of Digital Music Research.

This course introduces graduate students to foundational concepts, tools, and methodologies in digital music research. Students examine how digital technologies support the collection, encoding, analysis, visualization, and dissemination of musical data across historical, theoretical, ethnographic, and performance-oriented contexts. Topics may include digital archives, metadata standards, music encoding (e.g., MEI or related formats), corpus analysis, computational methods, text mining, visualization, and ethical considerations in digital scholarship. Through applied projects and critical readings, students develop practical and conceptual understanding of how digital methods shape contemporary music research and scholarly communication.

MU 5310. Music in the Baroque Era.

This course examines musical genres and repertories of the Baroque period, from approximately 1600 to the early 1700s, with primary emphasis on traditions of the Western world. Students study sacred and secular music associated with developments such as opera, tonal organization, instrumental virtuosity, and new approaches to musical expression. The course engages current historiographic and analytical research perspectives and situates Baroque music within broader cultural and intellectual frameworks. Approaches intersect with fields such as sociology, aesthetics, and reception studies. Through focused readings and analytical study, students develop historically informed and methodologically aware perspectives on Baroque music.

MU 5313. Independent Study in Music.

This course provides graduate students with the opportunity to pursue focused, individualized study in an area of music not fully addressed by existing coursework. In consultation with a faculty supervisor, students design a plan of study that supports professional growth in performance, pedagogy, research, composition, conducting, or related fields. The course emphasizes independent inquiry, sustained engagement with relevant materials, and the completion of clearly defined academic or artistic outcomes. Projects may include research, performance preparation, pedagogical development, creative work, or other approved scholarly or professional activities. The course may be repeated for credit with different emphases. Prerequisite: Advisor Approval.

MU 5314. Music in the Twentieth and Twenty-First Centuries.

This course examines musical genres and repertories of the twentieth and twenty-first centuries, with primary emphasis on traditions of the Western world. Students study period-related music associated with such developments as impressionism, modernism, expressionism, serialism, postmodernism, nationalism, and minimalism, among others. The course engages current historiographic and analytical research perspectives and situates twentieth and twenty-first century music within broader cultural and intellectual frameworks. Approaches intersect with fields such as sociology, aesthetics, and reception studies. Through focused readings and analytical study, students develop historically informed and methodologically aware perspectives on music of the twentieth and twenty-first centuries.

MU 5315. Music in the Middle Ages and Renaissance.

This course examines genres and repertories from the fifth century through the early seventeenth century, with primary emphasis on musical traditions of the Western world. Students explore sacred and secular repertories of the Middle Ages and the Renaissance while engaging with current historiographic and analytical research perspectives. The course situates music within broader cultural and intellectual frameworks, drawing on approaches that intersect with fields such as sociology, aesthetics, and reception studies. Through focused readings and analytical study, students develop historically informed and methodologically aware perspectives on early music.

MU 5316. Music and the Dramatic Arts.

This course examines a variety of genres and repertoires in music and the dramatic arts from antiquity to the present, emphasizing developments within the Western tradition. Students analyze historiographic and musicological approaches, exploring how these frameworks inform interpretation of musical and theatrical works. The course incorporates interdisciplinary perspectives from fields such as sociology, aesthetics, and criticism to evaluate cultural and historical contexts. Through critical inquiry, students assess how scholarly methodologies shape understanding of artistic production and reception across time.

MU 5317. Independent Study in Music.

This course provides graduate students with the opportunity to pursue focused, individualized study in an area of music not fully addressed by existing coursework. In consultation with a faculty supervisor, students design a plan of study that supports professional growth in performance, pedagogy, research, composition, conducting, or related fields. The course emphasizes independent inquiry, sustained engagement with relevant materials, and the completion of clearly defined academic or artistic outcomes. Projects may include research, performance preparation, pedagogical development, creative work, or other approved scholarly or professional activities. The course may be repeated for credit with different emphases. Prerequisite: Advisor Approval.

MU 5318. Song Literature.

This course examines the historical development of art song, with emphasis on Western European and American repertories from the eighteenth century to the present. Students study representative works within their poetic, cultural, and musical contexts, considering relationships among text, music, and performance practice. The course explores stylistic developments across national traditions and aesthetic movements, engaging analytical approaches appropriate to text setting, harmony, form, and expressive interpretation. Through score study, listening, and scholarly reading, students develop advanced skills in stylistic comparison, textual interpretation, and scholarly writing about art song repertoire.

MU 5320. Music in the Eighteenth Century.

This course examines musical genres and repertories of the eighteenth century, with primary emphasis on traditions of the Western world. Students study sacred and secular music associated with stylistic developments such as galant style, early Classicism, and Classicism. The course engages current historiographic and analytical research perspectives and situates music within broader cultural and intellectual frameworks of the eighteenth century. Approaches intersect with fields such as sociology, aesthetics, and reception studies. Through focused readings and analytical study, students develop historically informed and methodologically aware perspectives on eighteenth-century music.

MU 5322. Advanced Instrumental Techniques.

This course provides an in-depth study of advanced instrumental techniques and pedagogical practices for wind and percussion instruments. Students will evaluate teaching methods, instructional materials, and literature while exploring acoustic principles, tone production, articulation, embouchure, and tuning systems. Emphasis is placed on curriculum objectives, assessment strategies, and program administration for instrumental music education. Through discussion, analysis, and practical application, students will develop competencies in diagnosing performance issues, implementing corrective strategies, and designing effective instructional approaches for a variety of classroom settings. Prior experience with wind or percussion instruments and undergraduate techniques courses is recommended.

MU 5323. Vocal Music Education Methods.

This course provides an in-depth study of the human vocal mechanism and its implications for instructional approaches in the ensemble setting. Students review scientific data on voice production, breathing, resonance, and vocal health, as well as historical approaches to vocal pedagogy. Through readings, demonstrations, and applied projects, students evaluate pedagogical methods for use in the choral music classroom. The curriculum emphasizes critical engagement with research and the development of practical teaching strategies that can be adapted to different learners, ensembles, and musical repertoires.

MU 5325. Research in Music Education.

This course examines the foundational methodologies, techniques, and procedures for identifying, analyzing, interpreting, and conducting research in music education. Students explore philosophical, historical, qualitative, quantitative, and action research methodologies to understand associated processes, analysis procedures, and design consideration. Course activities emphasize critical thinking, scholarly discussion, and written analysis to support examination of the relationship between research and the music classroom. Through structured engagement with scholarly literature, students practice identifying and analyzing scholarly works, interpreting methodological choices, and considering how different research methodologies contribute to the diverse field of music education. The course provides foundational preparation for further work in music education research by developing skills related to locating, analyzing, and discussing academic studies.

MU 5328. Foundations of Music Education.

This course examines the foundational principles that shape contemporary music education through introductions to cognitive psychology, historical perspectives, sociology, and philosophical inquiry. Students explore how these frameworks influence curriculum design, teaching strategies, and the role of music in society. Course content emphasizes critical thinking, scholarly discussion, and written analysis to deepen understanding of the relationships between educational theory and music practice. By the end of the course, students develop competencies in articulating concepts, evaluating historical trends, and applying these insights to inform effective teaching and learning in varied music education contexts.

MU 5329. Psychology of Music.

This course explores the fundamental principles of psychology as they relate to music behavior, learning, and perception, focusing on students’ understanding of music beyond technical skills. Topics include musical attributes, music learning processes, perception and cognition, physiological and neurological responses to music, and methods for measuring music behavior. Students will develop competencies in synthesizing psychological concepts, applying them to music study, and analyzing the role of music in human development and experience. By the end of the course, participants will demonstrate the ability to communicate these principles effectively through discussion, presentations, and written work.

MU 5331. Vocal Pedagogy I: Voice Science.

This course examines the scientific foundations of singing and voice teaching through study of vocal anatomy, physiology, acoustics, and vocal health. Students explore the structure and function of the respiratory, phonatory, and resonatory systems, as well as acoustic principles that influence resonance, registration, and timbre. The course integrates current research in voice science with practical implications for singing and instruction. Attention is given to vocal efficiency, injury prevention, and evidence-based teaching approaches. Through readings, discussion, applied analysis, and practical demonstrations, students develop scientifically informed perspectives on vocal production and pedagogy. Corequisites: MUSP 5120 or MUSP 5220 or MUSP 5320 with a grade of a "C" or better.

MU 5332. Vocal Pedagogy II: Methods.

This course examines historical and contemporary methods of voice teaching through comparative study of pedagogical treatises, technical approaches, and instructional strategies. Students explore vocal exercises and vocalises designed to support breath coordination, phonation, resonance, registration, articulation, and stylistic flexibility. Emphasis is placed on diagnosing and addressing vocal challenges, designing sequenced instructional plans, and applying pedagogical principles in supervised peer teaching contexts. The course integrates theoretical knowledge from voice science with practical teaching methodologies, fostering reflective and informed approaches to voice instruction. Prerequisite: MU 5331 with a grade of "B" or better. Corequisites: MUSP 5120 or MUSP 5220 or MUSP 5320 with a grade of "B" or better.

MU 5333. Teaching and Learning in the Music Classroom.

This course examines the principles and practices of effective teaching and learning in the music classroom. Students explore instructional design, lesson planning, assessment strategies, and pedagogical techniques for varied music learning environments. Course content emphasizes accurate use of educational psychology terminology, evaluation of instructional methods, and application of best practices to specific teaching contexts. Through analysis, discussion, and hands-on activities, students develop competencies in creating well-structured lessons, assessing student progress, and implementing strategies that support meaningful music learning experiences.

MU 5334. Introduction to Graduate Study in Music.

This course introduces students from all music disciplines to research methods that support advanced study, performance, teaching, and scholarly inquiry. Students develop skills in identifying and refining research questions, locating and evaluating sources, and engaging with music-related literature relevant to their area of specialization. Emphasis is placed on effective use of music libraries, archives, and databases, as well as interpretation of primary and secondary sources. The course also focuses on digital tools, interdisciplinary resources, and ethical research practices. Through guided projects, students learn to apply research methods to performance preparation, pedagogy, historical inquiry, and other musical work.

MU 5337. Techniques of Contemporary Music.

This course examines compositional techniques and aesthetic developments in twentieth- and twenty-first-century music, with particular emphasis on works composed since 1945. The course integrates analytical study with practical application. Students explore pitch organization, rhythmic innovation, extended instrumental techniques, timbral design, serial and post-serial procedures, spectral and textural approaches, and selected electroacoustic or experimental practices. Readings in composer writings and aesthetic documents accompany score study and listening. Through analytical writing and model composition exercises, students develop fluency in contemporary techniques and apply them in original creative work.

MU 5340. Music in the Nineteenth Century.

This course examines musical genres and repertories of the nineteenth century, with primary emphasis on traditions of the Western world. Students study sacred and secular music shaped by Romantic aesthetics, nationalism, changing concert institutions, and evolving concepts of authorship, expression, and reception. The course engages current historiographic and analytical research perspectives and situates nineteenth-century music within broader cultural and intellectual frameworks. Approaches intersect with fields such as sociology, aesthetics, and reception studies. Through focused readings and analytical study, students develop historically informed and methodologically aware perspectives on nineteenth-century music.

MU 5341. Jazz Perspectives.

This course provides an overview of genres, repertoires, discographies, and stylistic trends associated with jazz, with a primary attention to those originating within the Americas. Students utilize a range of historiographic and analytical approaches used in current scholarship to examine how musicological perspectives intersect with related disciplines to include social, cultural, aesthetic, and demographic factors. Through selected case studies and readings, the course encourages reflection on the methods and contexts that shape the study, interpretation, and history of jazz traditions.

MU 5342. Jazz Pedagogy.

This course examines the history, methodologies, resources, and instructional strategies associated with teaching jazz in academic and community settings. Students explore approaches to improvisation instruction, ensemble rehearsal techniques, stylistic interpretation, rhythm section pedagogy, repertoire selection, and curriculum design for jazz programs. The course integrates historical perspectives on jazz education with contemporary teaching models and rehearsal practices. Through study, observation, lesson planning, and applied teaching exercises, students develop effective strategies for leading jazz ensembles and fostering improvisational fluency at various instructional levels.

MU 5343. Jazz Improvisation.

This course provides advanced study of melodic, harmonic, and rhythmic structures employed by jazz improvisers and composers from early jazz to the present. Students examine stylistic developments across major jazz traditions, including swing, bebop, cool jazz, free jazz, modal jazz, post-bop, fusion, and contemporary approaches. Emphasis is placed on analytical understanding of improvisational language, harmonic substitution, motivic development, rhythmic phrasing, and interaction within ensemble contexts. Through transcription, analysis, performance, and creative application, students refine their improvisational fluency and stylistic awareness while situating their work within historical and aesthetic frameworks.

MU 5344. Jazz Arranging.

This course provides advanced study of jazz arranging and composition with emphasis on writing for small and large jazz ensembles. Students examine harmonic language, voicing techniques, orchestration for jazz instruments, reharmonization strategies, form, and stylistic conventions across swing, bebop, cool jazz, free jazz, fusion, contemporary, and commercial idioms. The course integrates score study, listening, and analysis with practical arranging projects that develop fluency in writing for rhythm section and horn sections. Through progressive assignments and workshop readings, students refine technical skills and artistic judgment necessary for professional work in jazz and commercial music contexts.

MU 5345. Piano Literature I.

This course examines piano and keyboard repertoire from the Baroque through the Early-Romantic period, with emphasis on works by composers such as de La Guerre, J. S. Bach, D. Scarlatti, Haydn, Martines, Mozart, Maria Theresia von Paradis, Beethoven, Schubert, Mendelssohn, Hensel, Chopin, C. Schumann, and R. Schumann. Students study genres, forms, styles, and performance traditions associated with the development of keyboard instruments and pianistic technique from the eighteenth to the early nineteenth century. The course engages current historiographic and analytical research perspectives and situates piano literature within broader cultural and aesthetic contexts.

MU 5346. Piano Literature II.

This course examines piano repertoire from the nineteenth century to the present, with emphasis on works by composers including Liszt, Brahms, Beach, Debussy, Ravel, L. Boulanger, Bartók, Crawford Seeger, Prokofiev, Price, Messiaen, Gubaidulina, and Chin. Students study changing pianistic idioms, genres, forms, and performance practices shaped by Romanticism, modernism, and contemporary aesthetics. The course engages current historiographic and analytical research perspectives and situates piano literature within broader cultural, technological, and aesthetic contexts. Through extensive listening, focused readings and score study, students develop historically informed and methodologically aware perspectives on modern and contemporary piano repertoire.

MU 5350. Musical Styles.

This course examines musical styles from the Baroque period to the present through the combined study of musical analysis and historical context. Students explore representative works and repertories while considering how stylistic features relate to broader cultural, aesthetic, and historical developments. The course integrates analytical approaches drawn from music theory with music-historical perspectives, emphasizing melody, harmony, rhythm, form, texture, expressive conventions, and other musical elements as they evolve over time. Through score study, listening, and contextual reading, students develop an informed understanding of stylistic change and continuity from the seventeenth century to today.

MU 5351. Schenkerian Analysis.

This course offers a study of Schenkerian analysis, the influential method of analyzing tonal music developed by Heinrich Schenker (1868–1935). Students explore core analytical concepts such as structural levels (foreground, middleground, background), prolongation, linear progression, and the Ursatz, as well as reductive and graph-based techniques for revealing hierarchical coherence in tonal works. The course also situates Schenker’s ideas historically and critically, examining their reception, evolution, and adaptations in contemporary theory. Recent trends, including expanded applications to repertoires beyond the traditional Germanic canon and integration with complementary analytical tools, are considered alongside careful study of canonical practice. Students apply analytical methods to selected tonal repertoire through graphing, written analysis, and interpretation.

MU 5352. Excursions in Musicology.

This course introduces graduate students to the intellectual trends, cross-disciplinary frameworks, and diverse methodologies shaping musicology as an academic discipline from the early twentieth century to the present. Students examine pivotal pieces of scholarship while exploring fundamental and cutting-edge approaches they can use as individual musicians and scholars. Approaches span foundational disciplinary frameworks (scientific and interpretive) and theories (aesthetic, critical, sociological, analyzed as interdisciplinary research traditions); and contemporary trends and turns, including but not limited to intersections with sound studies, digital humanities, Black and Latinx studies, Indigenous resurgence studies, theories of identity and gender, and musicology’s most prominent sibling disciplines: ethnomusicology and music theory.

MU 5353. Ensemble Rehearsal Techniques.

This course provides graduate-level insights into effective ensemble rehearsal techniques and the complexities of directing ensembles. Students explore topics such as beginning instruction, repertoire selection and analysis, adjudication and evaluation, classroom management, and strategies for fostering creativity and improvisation within ensembles. Emphasis is placed on scholarly literature, critical discussion, and practical assignments to deepen understanding of ensemble pedagogy. Students develop competencies in planning and conducting rehearsals, evaluating ensemble performance, managing varied classroom environments, and addressing challenges associated with running successful music programs.

MU 5355. Pedagogy of Music Theory.

This course examines pedagogical approaches to teaching music theory at the collegiate level, with emphasis on curriculum design, instructional strategies, assessment, and student learning. Students engage with major pedagogical philosophies and current scholarship in music theory pedagogy, including approaches to harmony, form, post-tonal theory, and aural skills. The course integrates research on skill acquisition, cognition, and musicianship with practical teaching applications such as lesson planning, assignment design, and assessment development. Through readings, observation, discussion, and teaching practice, students develop informed and reflective approaches to teaching music theory that support a range of learners and institutional contexts.

MU 5358. Advanced Musicianship.

This course develops advanced, integrated musicianship skills through focused study in sight-reading, aural analysis and dictation, keyboard fluency, score reading, and harmonic realization. Students refine rapid score comprehension, melodic and harmonic transcription, and stylistically informed keyboard harmonization across tonal and post-tonal contexts. Emphasis is placed on connecting analytical understanding with real-time musical execution, strengthening the relationship between hearing, reading, performing, and improvising. Through applied exercises and performance-based assessments, students cultivate higher-level fluency and flexibility in varied musical settings.

MU 5359. Analysis of Modern Music.

This course provides advanced study of analytical methodologies and theoretical frameworks used to examine modern tonal and post-tonal music of the twentieth and twenty-first centuries. Students engage with pitch organization, intervallic structure, collectional thinking, pitch-class set theory, symmetry, serial techniques, and post-tonal approaches to form and continuity. Emphasis is placed on rigorous analytical practice, theoretical precision, and the relationship between compositional technique and musical perception. The course situates analytical methods within historical and aesthetic contexts and encourages comparison among multiple modern approaches. Through analysis, model composition, and scholarly discussion, students develop advanced fluency in modern theoretical language and practice.

MU 5360. Music in the United States.

This course examines musical genres and repertories of the United States of America. Students study music associated with both the vernacular and cultivated traditions. The course engages current historiographic and analytical research perspectives and situates music in the United States within broader cultural and intellectual frameworks. Approaches intersect with fields such as sociology, aesthetics, and reception studies. Through focused readings and analytical study, students develop historically informed and methodologically aware perspectives on music of the United States of America.

MU 5361. Methods and Methodologies of Music Analysis.

This course examines a range of analytical methods and methodologies used in the study of music, emphasizing how different approaches shape musical interpretation and scholarly inquiry. Students engage with multiple analytical perspectives, including functional and formal analysis, semiotic approaches, and computational music analysis. A central focus of the course is music performance analysis, exploring how analytical tools can be applied to recorded and live performances to address tempo, timing, pitch, and other musical elements. Through readings, case studies, and applied projects, students develop methodological awareness and analytical flexibility across repertories and research contexts.

MU 5362. Instrumental Pedagogy I.

This course examines principles and practices of instrumental pedagogy from beginner through advanced levels of study. Students explore foundational concepts of instrumental technique, physical coordination, tone production, musicianship development, practice strategies, and repertoire sequencing. The course engages pedagogical literature, method books, scholarly articles, and representative repertoire appropriate to the instrument of focus. Emphasis is placed on diagnosing common technical and musical challenges and developing evidence-based instructional strategies. Through observation, lesson planning, and supervised teaching experiences, students develop informed and adaptable approaches to instrumental instruction applicable to studio, classroom, and private teaching contexts.

MU 5363. Instrumental Pedagogy II: Teaching Internship.

This course provides supervised teaching experience in instrumental instruction as a capstone component of the instrumental pedagogy sequence. Students apply pedagogical principles in private lesson settings on their primary instrument while under the guidance of an applied faculty mentor. Emphasis is placed on lesson planning, diagnostic assessment, technical development, repertoire selection, and effective communication with students at various developmental levels. Through observation, guided reflection, and faculty evaluation, students refine their instructional effectiveness and professional teaching practices. Prerequisite: MU 5362 with a grade of "B" or better.

MU 5364. Intelligent Music Teaching.

This course explores core principles of music instruction while giving students structured opportunities to implement them in practice. Students examine instructional frameworks, reflect on growth in professional skills, and engage with research on teaching and learning. Activities promote deliberate instructional decision-making, critical reflection, and the ongoing development of effective, adaptable pedagogical expertise across varied educational contexts. Emphasis is placed on connecting theory to classroom application through guided practice and feedback to strengthen confident teaching skills.

MU 5365. Computing in Music.

This course develops advanced concepts and practical skills related to current computer technologies in music. Students explore software and digital tools used in music composition, production, notation, analysis, research, education, and administration. Topics may include digital audio workstations, notation software, MIDI, virtual instruments, audio editing, basic programming or scripting environments, and workflow integration across platforms. Emphasis is placed on applying technology to creative, pedagogical, scholarly, and professional contexts. Through hands-on projects and applied assignments, students develop fluency in digital tools relevant to contemporary music practice.

MU 5366. Salsa Arranging.

This course examines the analysis and arrangement of music for salsa ensemble, with emphasis on stylistic authenticity, orchestration, and ensemble coordination. Students study characteristic rhythmic structures, clave-based organization, harmonic language, and formal conventions of salsa and related Afro-Caribbean traditions. The course addresses instrument ranges, idiomatic writing for rhythm section and horn sections, montuno construction, call-and-response patterns, and sectional interplay. Through score study, listening, and applied arranging projects, students develop technical fluency and stylistic awareness necessary for effective writing and rehearsal preparation in salsa performance contexts. (MULT).

MU 5367. Music in the Caribbean.

This course introduces students to graduate-level study of the music repertoires of the Circum-Caribbean. Topics span popular and academic genres (1700s to the present), including the contradanza complex, salsa, experimental works, influential folk traditions, and resurgence practices. Students examine scholarship that exemplifies musicology's pivotal intersections with anthropology, sociology, aesthetics and criticism, Afro-Caribbean studies, and gender studies, among others. Using current historiographic and analytical approaches, students examine musical examples in cultural contexts. Through selected case studies and readings, the course encourages reflection on the methods and contexts that shape the study, interpretation, and development of Circum-Caribbean musical activity.

MU 5368. Music in Mexico.

This course introduces students to graduate-level study of musical practice in Mexico and associated geographies. Topics span popular and academic genres (pre-colonization to the present), including but not limited to the son complex, mariachi, experimental works, folk traditions, resurgence practices, rock, and border genres. Students examine leading scholarship’s intersections with anthropology, sociology, Afro-Mexican studies, and gender studies, among others. Using current historiographic and analytical approaches, students investigate cultural contexts and analyze musical examples. Through selected case studies and readings, the course encourages reflection on the methods and frameworks that shape the study, interpretation, and development of these rich repertoires. (MULT).

MU 5369. Latin American Soundscapes.

This course introduces students to graduate-level study of Latin American musical practices. Topics span popular, academic, and transnational genres (1700s to the present), ranging from Argentinian tango, Brazilian samba, and Colombo-Venezuelan joropo, to experimental and resurgence practices of Indigenous communities and contemporary artists. Students examine leading scholarship and analyze repertoires and cultural practices through the interdisciplinary frameworks of Sound Studies. Through selected case studies and readings, the course reflects upon how diverse communities and artists define, expand, and challenge the concept of music through creative use of sound and technologies. (MULT).

MU 5371. Choral Literature I: Madrigal/Partsong.

This course examines the repertoire, historical development, and stylistic characteristics of madrigals and partsongs within the Western choral tradition. The course emphasizes score study, text setting, performance practice, and interpretive considerations relevant to rehearsal and performance. Students explore representative works from the Renaissance to later adaptations of the partsong tradition, considering issues of language, rhetoric, texture, and ensemble balance. Through analytical study and contextual research, students develop informed approaches to programming and conducting madrigal and partsong literature.

MU 5372. Choral Literature II: Oratorio and Other Secular Major Works.

This course examines major choral-orchestral works from the Western canon, with emphasis on oratorios and large-scale secular compositions. The course focuses on historical context, stylistic development, formal design, orchestration, and performance practice considerations associated with extended choral works. Students engage in detailed score study of representative repertory spanning the Baroque period to the present, analyzing text setting, large-scale structure, and conductor-centered interpretive decisions. Through analytical study and contextual research, students develop informed approaches to rehearsal preparation, programming, and collaboration with orchestral and solo forces.

MU 5373. Choral Literature III: Liturgical Year - Motet, Anthem, Cantata.

This course examines choral repertoire associated with the liturgical year, including motets, anthems, cantatas, and related sacred genres from the Western choral tradition. The course emphasizes score study, historical context, textual interpretation, and performance practice within worship and concert settings. Students explore repertoire aligned with major seasons of the liturgical calendar and the Revised Common Lectionary, considering stylistic developments from the Renaissance to the present. Through analytical study and contextual research, students develop informed approaches to programming, rehearsal preparation, and interpretive decision-making for sacred choral literature.

MU 5374. Choral Literature IV: Missa Brevis, Missa Solemnis, & Requiem.

This course examines musical settings of the Roman Catholic Mass Ordinary and Requiem liturgies, with emphasis on missa brevis, missa solemnis, and large-scale Requiem compositions from the Western choral tradition. The course focuses on historical development, liturgical context, textual structure, formal design, orchestration, and performance practice considerations. Students engage in detailed score study of representative works from the Renaissance to the present, analyzing theological text setting, large-scale structure, and conductor-centered interpretive decisions. Through analytical study and contextual research, students develop informed approaches to rehearsal preparation, programming, and collaboration with orchestral and solo forces.

MU 5376. Mariachi Rehearsal Techniques & Literature.

This course examines mariachi ensemble literature and rehearsal methodologies within educational and community contexts. Students study representative repertoire across traditional and contemporary mariachi styles, with attention to stylistic authenticity, instrumentation, vocal practices, and performance conventions. Emphasis is placed on conducting techniques, lesson planning, ensemble setup, rehearsal pacing, error detection and correction, and programming for varied instructional levels. Through applied work in a supervised mariachi teaching lab, students implement rehearsal strategies and instructional approaches while developing effective ensemble leadership skills.

MU 5377. Innovation in Music Performance: Sound Lab.

This course explores innovative approaches to music through focused study of listening, sound creation, improvisation, and collaborative experimentation. Students engage with expanded performance practices, interdisciplinary collaboration, technology-assisted sound production, and alternative performance formats. Emphasis is placed on creative process, real-time musical interaction, and the development of artistic adaptability in evolving cultural contexts. Through guided workshops, performance laboratories, and creative projects, students cultivate flexible musicianship, exploratory techniques, and responsive ensemble practices appropriate to contemporary artistic environments.

MU 5378. Salsa Rehearsal Techniques & Literature.

This course examines salsa ensemble literature and rehearsal methodologies within educational and community music settings. Students study representative repertoire across various salsa styles, with attention to clave-based organization, rhythmic precision, harmonic language, instrumentation, and performance conventions. Emphasis is placed on rehearsal planning, ensemble setup, conducting and cueing techniques, error detection and correction, programming, and stylistically informed interpretation. The course integrates score study, listening, and applied teaching exercises, preparing students to lead salsa ensembles effectively while fostering rhythmic accuracy, ensemble cohesion, and cultural awareness.

MU 5379. Contemporary Discourse in Music Education.

This course examines contemporary discourse in music education scholarship. Students explore selected readings, analyze research questions, and discuss implications for teaching and learning within the field. Course activities emphasize critical thinking, scholarly discussion, and written analysis to support understanding of the relationship between scholarship and the music classroom. Students develop skills in analyzing research methodologies, synthesizing findings, and assessing the broader implications of contemporary studies. As part of the course, students select a topic of personal professional interest and create a synthesis of research connected to that topic. The course supports students’ ability to interpret scholarship within the context of their own instructional settings and professional goals.

MU 5381. Inclusive Excellence in the Music Classroom.

This course examines research and practices related to teaching music in classrooms that include varied cultural traditions, musical practices, and learner characteristics. Students analyze scholarship in multicultural music education, world music pedagogy, and ethnomusicology, and evaluate how these areas inform instructional design. The course addresses methods for supporting students with diverse learning needs, including approaches to accommodations and modifications within music settings. Through readings, lesson development, applied projects, and teaching demonstrations, students investigate how musical practices function within broader social and cultural contexts and consider their implications for K–12 music instruction.

MU 5382. History of Music Education in the United States.

This course examines the historical development of the field of music education in the United States. Students explore major movements, influential figures, and policy changes that shaped the profession from its early beginnings to contemporary practice. Course activities emphasize contextual analysis of primary and secondary sources to support understanding of how educational practices and administrative structures evolved over time. Students investigate the emergence of professional organizations, teacher preparation models, and standards-based approaches to instruction. Through reading, discussion, and written analysis, students consider how historical developments inform present-day structures, expectations, and philosophical perspectives within music education. The course provides a foundation for interpreting historical scholarship and understanding how past practices relate to current educational systems.

MU 5385. Mariachi Arranging Techniques.

This course examines analytical and practical approaches to arranging for the mariachi ensemble. Students study traditional and contemporary mariachi styles, including son, ranchera, bolero, huapango, and polka, with attention to instrumentation, vocal writing, harmonic language, rhythmic organization, and formal design. The course addresses idiomatic writing for mariachi instrument families, including violins, trumpets, guitars, vihuela, and guitarrón, as well as effective voicing and scoring techniques. Through score study, listening, and applied arranging projects, students develop technical fluency and stylistic awareness necessary for writing authentic and effective mariachi arrangements.

MU 5392. Introduction to Music Instruction in Higher Education.

This course prepares graduate students in music for instructional roles in higher education across classroom, applied, and ensemble settings. Students examine principles of academic structure, best practices in job/graduate program application/interviews, and effective college-level teaching, including course design, syllabus development, assessment strategies, inclusive pedagogy, and professional communication. The course addresses responsibilities commonly associated with Graduate Teaching and Instructional Assistants, such as classroom instruction/course design, syllabus preparation, leading discussion sections, supervising labs, coaching ensembles, and assisting with applied instruction. Emphasis is placed on reflective teaching practice, ethical standards, and professional development within academic music contexts. This course does not earn graduate degree credit.

MU 5399A. Thesis.

This course represents a student’s initial enrollment in thesis work and marks the formal beginning of an extended, faculty-supervised research project in music. Students develop a focused research topic, refine research questions, and begin sustained investigation using appropriate methodologies. The course emphasizes proposal development, source identification, literature review, and the establishment of a clear research plan. Students are expected to enroll in thesis during each semester in which faculty supervision is received. No thesis credit is awarded until the thesis is completed in MU 5199B or MU 5299B or MU 5399B. The course may be repeated for credit.

MU 5399B. Thesis.

This course represents a graduate student’s continuing enrollment in thesis work and supports the completion, revision, and submission of the master’s thesis in music. Under ongoing faculty supervision, students finalize research, complete writing, respond to advisor and committee feedback, and prepare the thesis for formal submission in accordance with university guidelines. The course emphasizes sustained scholarly engagement, clear argumentation, and professional presentation of research. Students are expected to enroll in thesis during each semester in which faculty supervision is received. Enrollment requires an approved thesis proposal. The course may be repeated for credit.

MU 5599B. Thesis.

This course represents a graduate student’s continuing enrollment in thesis work and supports the completion, revision, and submission of the master’s thesis in music. Under ongoing faculty supervision, students finalize research, complete writing, respond to advisor and committee feedback, and prepare the thesis for formal submission in accordance with university guidelines. The course emphasizes sustained scholarly engagement, clear argumentation, and professional presentation of research. Students are expected to enroll in thesis during each semester in which faculty supervision is received. Enrollment requires an approved thesis proposal. The course may be repeated for credit.

MU 5999B. Thesis.

This course represents a graduate student’s continuing enrollment in thesis work and supports the completion, revision, and submission of the master’s thesis in music. Under ongoing faculty supervision, students finalize research, complete writing, respond to advisor and committee feedback, and prepare the thesis for formal submission in accordance with university guidelines. The course emphasizes sustained scholarly engagement, clear argumentation, and professional presentation of research. Students are expected to enroll in thesis during each semester in which faculty supervision is received. Enrollment requires an approved thesis proposal. The course may be repeated for credit.