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MUHL 4804 - Blues Credit Hours: (3)
Description: Stylistic development of blues music from its beginnings; its relationships to African-American and American culture and history. (SP)
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MUHL 4805 - History of Rock and Roll Credit Hours: (3)
Description: Stylistic origins and development of rock and roll music from its beginnings to the present.
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MUHL 4806 - History of Jazz Credit Hours: (3)
Description: Stylistic origins and development of jazz; interaction of jazz and Western classical music styles.
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MUHL 4807 - Memphis Music Credit Hours: (3)
Description: Distinctive forms of folk and popular music in Memphis since the beginning of the 20th century; relationships to history, culture, and social patterns of the city and mid-south region; folk music background; blues, jazz, country music, gospel music, soul music, and rock and roll emphasized. (Sp)
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MUHL 4999 - Music History Senior Project Credit Hours: (3)
Description: Preparation for an article length paper on original topic in music history or ethnomusicology under supervision of advisor. PREREQUISITE: minimum of 9 hours in advanced music history course and permission of instructor.
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MUID 1002 - Popular Music and Songwriting Credit Hours: 3
Description: This course is for students seeking to learn about popular music. The course will examine three aspects of music: the societal and cultural context that produces musical style, the technical construction of the music itself, and the resultant ideas that music expresses. To gain a deep understanding of these, the student will listen to and analyze historical musical examples and engage in ‘hands-on’ work, using software applications to compose and produce songs.
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Music Industry |
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MUID 1001 - Intro Music Technology Credit Hours: (1)
Description: Basic introduction to music technologies available to the musician; introduction to software, hardware, and basic tenets of MIDI sequencing, notation, composition, studio audio production CR ROM availability, CD/DVD technology. PREREQUISITE or COREQUISITE: MUTC 1001 or MUTC 1008 .
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MUID 2201 - Intro to Music Industry Credit Hours: (2)
Description: Exploration of all aspects of recording industry; career opportunities; on-stage and behind stage scenes; organization of music business; how music business generates and distributes revenue; day-to-day operations of record labels, studios, publishing, production, promotion, management companies.
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MUID 2905 - Digital Audio Workstations I Credit Hours: (3)
Description: In depth examination of Digital Audio Workstation production techniques for the musician, performer, and songwriter. Emphasis on audio recording in a DAW, MIDI sequencing, creative use of DAWs for studio and live application, plugins, mixing; introduction to notation in DAWs, and creation of final format audio for use in online distribution; software includes Protools, Logic, Reason, Ableton Live, Sibelius, and Finale. PREREQUISITE: MUTC 2002 or MUTC 1009
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MUID 3103 - Songwriting I Credit Hours: (3)
Description: An exploration of the basic techniques and concepts used in creating popular songs, including writing melodies, chord progressions, lyrics, and rhythms; covers current entertainment industry trends such as internet, radio, television, and film, and how they affect current society. na PREREQUISITE: MUTC 1002 or permission of instructor
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MUID 3105 - Music Marketing & Management Credit Hours: (3)
Description: Exploration of tactics, strategies, and challenges in developing and managing careers of recording and touring artists; examination of the role and importance of an artist manager, what they do, and how they impact an artist’s career; details of planning an artist’s career, budgeting, advertising and publicity, developing marketing materials, and creating a comprehensive marketing plan. PREREQUISITE: MUID 2201 , MKTG 3010 , MUID 3506 .
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MUID 3506 - Music Distribution Credit Hours: (3)
Description: Analysis of current and future trends of music distribution; how to build a website, develop a fan-base, utilize direct-to-fan marketing and crowd funding tools, as well as social media and other online resources to engage fans. PREREQUISITE: MUID 2201 .
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MUID 3601 - Music industry Contracts Credit Hours: (3)
Description: An in-depth examination of agreements concerning publishing, licensing, agency, management, production, performing rights, promotion, merchandising, distribution, unions and attorneys. PREREQUISITE: MUID 2201 or permission of instructor
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MUID 3704 - Recording Studio Tech/Practice Credit Hours: (3)
Description: Explores the basic techniques and concepts of the recording studio; signal flow, microphones and microphone placement, digital recording process, editing tracks, mixing and mastering, MIDI, loop creation and editing, studio problem solving, building studio projects. It also explores current trends in the entertainment industry, including internet, radio, television, and film, and additionally, how it affects our modern society. NOTE: this course does not fulfill the requirements for the Music Industry major (B.M.) or the Music Business or Recording Technology concentrations.
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MUID 3705 - Cont Sngwrting/Prod Techniques Credit Hours: (3)
Description: Develop creative and critical techniques in songwriting; analysis of popular styles and techniques are discussed; basic music techniques, theory, performance practices, production techniques, poetry, and music history are used. The influence of mass media and technology (printing, recording, radio, video, Internet) are examined; listening, lyrical analysis, musical analysis, and history are included. Eight categories are discussed: lyrics, melody, harmony, rhythm, production, form, dynamics and instrumentation. NOTE: this course does not fulfill the requirements for the Music Industry major (B.M.) or the Music Business or Recording Technology concentrations.
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MUID 3800 - Recording Studio Technology Credit Hours: (3)
Description: Detailed examination of basic theory, operational concepts and technologies upon which modern audio production is based; exploration of creative production techniques used to enhance music recordings. PREREQUISITE: sophomore standing, completion of MATH 1830 , TECH 1811 , and permission of instructor.
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MUID 3801 - Digital Data Structures Credit Hours: (2)
Description: Focus on needs of practicing audio engineer. Concepts and practices of using equipment commonly found in electronic music studios with emphasis on digital audio workstation; sampling, synthesis, MIDI, patching, editing, synchronization, signal processing and creative commercial production techniques. NOTE: Basic computer operations will not be covered. Students must be proficient with Macintosh or Windows environment including; basic system operations, data backup functions, file manipulation, data translation and common application programs. PREREQUISITE: computer literacy, MUID 3800 and permission of instructor.
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MUID 3802 - Audio Rcrd/Non Tech Maj Credit Hours: (3)
Description: Equipment, techniques, musical production values and technology commonly used in modern audio production. Designed to give music business major an understanding of production process and to enhance studio musician’s ability to provide creative services during recording sessions. PREREQUISITE: sophomore standing and permission of instructor.
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MUID 3901 - Critical Listening I Credit Hours: (1)
Description: Detailed examination of qualitative aspects of audio; development of critical listening skills including identification of frequency and time domain anomalies, distortions, amplitude changes, dynamics, and spatial positioning in simple audio sources; anatomy of human ear; psychoacoustics. COREQUISITE: MUID 3800 and permission of instructor.
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MUID 3902 - Critical Listening II Credit Hours: (1)
Description: Detailed examination of qualitative aspects of audio; refinement of critical listening skills including identification of frequency and time domain anomalies, distortions, amplitude changes, dynamics, and spatial positioning in audio sources PREREQUISITE: MUID 3901 and permission of instructor.
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MUID 3903 - Critical Listening III Credit Hours: (1)
Description: Detailed examination of qualitative aspects of audio; refinement of critical listening skills including identification of frequency and time domain anomalies, distortions, amplitude changes, dynamics, and spatial positioning in complex audio sources; evaluation of reverberation and digital effects. PREREQUISITE: MUID 3902 and permission of instructor.
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MUID 3905 - Digital Audio Workstations II Credit Hours: (3)
Description: In depth examination of Digital Audio Workstation production techniques; emphasis on structure, capabilities, tools and command-sets of DAW as it relates to audio engineering. PREREQUISITE: MUID 3800 and permission of instructor.
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MUID 4201 - Studies in Commercial Music Credit Hours: (1-3)
Description: Class or supervised individual study of special problems in Commercial Music. May be repeated when course content varies.
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MUID 4210 - Music Business Communication Credit Hours: (3)
Description: This course examines the principles, elements, and best practices underlying effective business communication within the music business. Emphasis will be placed on developing interpersonal skills and studying various approaches for creating, planning and sharing business information within the recording, publishing, and touring sectors. PREREQUISITE: MUID 2201 or permission of instructor
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MUID 4250 - Rec Studio Tech/Prac Credit Hours: (3)
Description: Explores the basic techniques and concepts of the recording studio. NOTE: this course does not fulfill the requirements for the Music Industry major (B.M.) or the Music Business or Recording Technology concentrations.
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MUID 4260-4265 - Special Topics in Commercial Music Credit Hours: (1-3)
Description: Topics are varied and in online class listings.
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MUID 4301 - Legal Aspcts Live Ent Industry Credit Hours: (3)
Description: This course will examine various business and legal aspects of the live entertainment industry, with a primary focus on performance agreements and licenses for the live performance of music in commercial or public areas. Cross listing: MUID 6301
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MUID 4302 - Record Label Operations III Credit Hours: (3)
Description: Direct participation in administering and operating the University’s High Water Record Label and Music River Publishing Company; searching for, signing, and developing new artists; promoting the song catalog to music supervisors; preparation of marketing plans and budgets; supervision of graphic design and manufacturing process; retail relations; video production; distribution.
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MUID 4303 - Record Label Operations IV Credit Hours: (3)
Description: The second of two experiential classes focusing on record company operations as they relate to key industry elements including record label departments, A&R, CD distribution/manufacturing, new media, artist relations, contracts, and booking shows; real-world application utilizing the University’s High Water record label and Music River Publishing company. Students will apply the artist life cycle process from distribution/promotion through touring.
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MUID 4602 - Copyright & Publishing Credit Hours: (3)
Description: A detailed examination of copyright as it relates to the music industry; examination of publishing company operations, performing rights organizations and publishing contracts and their roles in exploiting music compositions. PREREQUISITE: MUID 2201 or permission of instructor
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MUID 4604 - Legal Aspects Music Industry Credit Hours: (3)
Description: Legal aspects of music including copyright, intellectual property rights as they relate to the music industry; examination of publishing company operations and the role of exploiting musical compositions, performing rights organizations, recording contracts, publishing contracts, artist/manager contracts, artist/talent agent contracts.
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MUID 4701 - Music Licensing/Publishing Credit Hours: (3)
Description: Detailed examination of intellectual property rights as they relate to the commercial music industry. NOTE: this course does not fulfill the requirements for the Music Industry major (B.M.) or the Music Business or Recording Technology concentrations.
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MUID 4800 - Basic Recording Credit Hours: (4)
Description: Audio engineering on modern multi-channel recording equipment using commercial production techniques; emphasis on skills of console operation, microphone selection and placement, session setup, preparing musical instruments for recording, editing, mixing and engineer’s artistic involvement in project. (SP) PREREQUISITE: TECH 1811 , MUID 3800 , and permission of instructor.
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MUID 4801 - Problems in Commercial Music Credit Hours: (1-3)
Description: Supervised independent study. May be repeated for a maximum of 9 hours credit, but not for purpose of changing original grade. PREREQUISITE: permission of instructor.
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MUID 4802 - Advanced Recording Credit Hours: (3)
Description: Advanced instruction in producing contemporary commercial recordings; application of production practice to recording assignments; advanced study of session technique, signal processing, mixing, editing, automation, synchronization, equipment and digital recording. PREREQUISITE: MUID 3801 , MUID 4800 and permission of instructor. COREQUISITE: MUID 4822 .
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MUID 4803 - Adv Mix/Master Audio Credit Hours: (3)
Description: Techniques for creating professional mixes in stereo and multichannel formats utilizing digital audio workstations and analog signal processing; mastering techniques for creating duplication-ready masters; surround microphone techniques and multichannel recording. PREREQUISITE or COREQUISITE: COMM 4825 . Completion of JRSM 3900 and CRMM 4900 preferred.
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MUID 4806 - Live Sound Engineering Credit Hours: (3)
Description: Live Sound Engineering explores the operation and design of sound reinforcement systems. Students develop knowledge of signal flow, mixing board operation, microphone choice and placement, basic concert lighting considerations, as well as the analysis of and solutions for acoustic anomalies that arise in live sound reinforcement. PREREQUISITE: MUID 4800 and permission of instructor.
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MUID 4810 - Audio Production Practicum Credit Hours: (1-3)
Description: Supervised audio production activities. May be repeated for a maximum of 9 hours credit, but not for the purposes of changing original grade. PREREQUISITE: MUID 4800 and permission of instructor.
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MUID 4811 - Studio Maintenance Practicum Credit Hours: (1-3)
Description: Troubleshooting and maintenance activities under the supervision of studio staff. A minimum of 42 clock hours of service for each credit hour is required. May be repeated for a maximum of 9 hours credit, but not for the purpose of changing original grade. PREREQUISITE: MUID 4800 and permission of instructor.
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MUID 4812 - Live Sound Practicum Credit Hours: (1-3)
Description: Live sound reinforcement activities; a minimum of 42 clock hours of service for each credit hour is required; repeatable to 6 credit hours; may be used in place of MUID 4899. to 6 credit hours PREREQUISITE: MUID 4800 , MUID 4806 and permission of instructor.
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MUID 4820 - International Music Business Credit Hours: (3)
Description: Expands upon fundamental of domestic music business practice covered in previous classes through examination of business practices and infrastructure which drives global music marketplace; emphasis on cultural, media business, legal aspects affecting music industry and its global audience. PREREQUISITE: MUID 2201 , senior standing and permission of instructor.
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MUID 4822 - Applied Lessons in Recording Credit Hours: (1)
Description: Individual instruction in Advanced Recording. COREQUISITE: MUID 4802 .
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MUID 4825 - Concerts and Touring Credit Hours: (3)
Description: Concert promotion, advertising, talent buying, routing, budgeting, ticketing, sponsorships, merchandise, settlement, and tour development; examines roles of various players in the touring industry with an emphasis on developing alternative revenue streams for touring artists. (Sp)
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MUID 4830 - Trends Business Pract/Tech Credit Hours: (3)
Description: Supervised directed study in cutting edge business practices and technologies impacting the recording industry; emphasis on commercial viability and business impact. Formal presentation of research required. PREREQUISITE: MUID 2201 , junior standing and permission of instructor.
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MUID 4833 - Applied Lessons in Mixing Credit Hours: (1)
Description: Individual instruction in mixing, mastering, and multi-channel audio production. COREQUISITE: MUID 4803 .
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MUID 4840 - Entrepreneurship Comm Music Credit Hours: (3)
Description: Creation of preliminary business plan for formation of music industry related business; explores motivation for starting a music business, the music marketplace, naming the business, financing, and operation. PREREQUISITE: MKTG 3010 , MGMT 3510 , 3410, JRSM 3900 , senior standing, and permission of instructor.
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MUID 4850 - Record Company Operations I Credit Hours: (3)
Description: Direct participation in administering and operating the University’s Blue Tom and High Water record labels; searching for, signing, and developing new artists; preparation of marketing plans and budgets; supervision of graphic design and manufacturing process; retail relations; video production; distribution. PREREQUISITE: MUID 2201 , junior standing, and permission of instructor.
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MUID 4851 - Record Company Operations II Credit Hours: (4)
Description: The second of two experiential classes focusing on record company operations as they relate to key industry elements including record label departments, A&R, CD distribution/manufacturing, new media, artist relations, contracts, and booking shows; real-world application utilizing the University’s Blue Tom and High Water record labels. Students will apply the artist life cycle process from distribution/promotion through touring.
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MUID 4896 - Popular Music Industry Senior Project Credit Hours: (3)
Description: Comprehensive final project/performance/event that demonstrates mastery of the musical, creative, technical and/or business elements of the popular music industry. PREREQUISITE: Senior standing and permission of instructor. Intended to be taken during the student’s last semester before graduation.
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MUID 4898 - Sr Proj Music Bus/Rec Technlgy Credit Hours: (4)
Description: Comprehensive final project which demonstrates mastery of creative, technical, and business elements of commercial music industry. Intended to be taken during the student’s last semester before graduation. PREREQUISITE: senior standing and permission of instructor.
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MUID 4899 - Internship Credit Hours: (1-3)
Description: One semester of supervised field work experience in selected areas of the commercial music industry. A minimum of 42 clock hours of service for each credit hour is required. May be repeated for a maximum of 9 hours credit, but not for the purpose of changing original grade. PREREQUISITE: placement interview and permission of instructor.
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Music Theory and Composition |
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MUTC 1001 - Basic Music Theory Credit Hours: (3)
Description: For students who plan to major in music but do not meet minimum standards for MUTC 1008 . Not allowable as credit toward the satisfaction of requirements for the major or minor. Two laboratory hours per week.
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MUTC 1002 - Musicianship I Credit Hours: (5)
Description: Integrated musicianship course combining music theory, ear training, and group piano in a shared curriculum; explores pitch, rhythm, intervals, scales, and chords in various musical styles.
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MUTC 1008 - Music Theory I Credit Hours: (3)
Description: Fundamentals of pitch and rhythmic notation; scales, intervals, diatonic, triads, and seventh chords in major and minor keys; principles of voice leading and harmonic progressions; Roman numeral and lead sheet notation. Skills developed through written and keyboard activities. PREREQUISITE: Theory placement exam and permission of department.
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MUTC 1009 - Music Theory II Credit Hours: (3)
Description: More advanced study of diatonic harmony and voice leading, with an introduction to applied chords. Skills developed through written and keyboard activities. PREREQUISITE: completion of MUTC 1008 with a grade of C- or better.
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MUTC 1010 - Ear Training I Credit Hours: (1)
Description: Introduction to melodic dictation, sight-singing, musicianship and listening skills. PREREQUISITE: theory placement exam and permission of department.
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MUTC 1011 - Ear Training II Credit Hours: (1)
Description: Melodic and harmonic dictation, diatonic sight-singing, musicianship and listening skills. PREREQUISITE: completion of MUTC 1010 with a grade of C- or better.
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MUTC 2002 - Musicianship II Credit Hours: (5)
Description: Integrated musicianship course combining music theory, ear training and group piano in a shared curriculum at an intermediate level; develops analytical, improvisational, reading, and aural skills. PREREQUISITE: MUTC 1002
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MUTC 2008 - Chromatic Harmony Credit Hours: (3)
Description: A comparative study of harmony across various musical styles. PREREQUISITE: MUTC 1009
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MUTC 2010 - Ear Training III Credit Hours: (1)
Description: Introduction to melodic and harmonic chromatic dictation; chromatic sight-singing; musicianship and listening skills. PREREQUISITE: completion of MUTC 1011 with a grade of C- or better.
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MUTC 2103 - Theory Jazz/Pop/Commercial I Credit Hours: (3)
Description: Basic harmonic structures, chord symbol realization, altered scales and modes, altered and extended chords, notation, articulation, rhythmic patterns; aural practice and analysis of written and recorded jazz and pop music; transcription of recorded materials. Three lecture hours, one laboratory hour per week. (F) PREREQUISITE: MUTC 1009 , MUAP 1116 .
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MUTC 2501 - Composition Credit Hours: (1-3)
Description: Class instruction in free composition; emphasis on smaller forms. May be repeated for additional credit. NOTE: Composition taught as applied music. Students receive the equivalent of one hour lesson per week. PREREQUISITE: MUTC 1008 .
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MUTC 2502 - Composition Credit Hours: (1-3)
Description: Works for piano, voice, chorus, and small ensembles; study of style and analysis of works from music literature. May be repeated for additional credit. NOTE: Composition is taught as applied music. Students receive equivalent of one hour lesson per week. PREREQUISITE: MUTC 2501 or permission of instructor.
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MUTC 2503 - Comp/Arrange Jazz/Commercial I Credit Hours: (2)
Description: Emphasis on small instrumental and vocal works, basic style and form. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 hours credit. PREREQUISITE: MUTC 2501 , or permission of instructor.
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MUTC 2504 - Comp/Arrange Jazz/Commrcial II Credit Hours: (2)
Description: Emphasis on stage and jazz band arranging techniques. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 hours credit. PREREQUISITE: MUTC 2503 , or permission of instructor.
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MUTC 2511 - Basic Electronic Music Credit Hours: (2)
Description: na PREREQUISITE: MUTC 1009 or MUTC 2002
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MUTC 3008 - Post-Tonal Music Credit Hours: (3)
Description: Introduction and use of 20th century materials and techniques; post-tonal theory; indeterminacy, minimalism, electronic and computer music. PREREQUISITE: completion of MUTC 1009 with a grade of C- or better.
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MUTC 3009 - Ear Training IV Credit Hours: (1)
Description: Advanced melodic and harmonic chromatic dictation; advanced chromatic sight-singing; musicianship and listening skills. PREREQUISITE: completion of MUTC 2010 with a grade of C- or better.
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MUTC 3010 - Aural Theory V Credit Hours: (1)
Description: Aural exploration of basic forms, cadences and styles of music; detailed aural analysis of modulatory elements within a piece. (F) PREREQUISITE: MUTC 3008 , MUTC 3009 . (S/U)
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MUTC 3101 - Orchestration Credit Hours: (3)
Description: Basic study of instruments of orchestra and band, terminology and techniques pertaining to that study; practical application by scoring for small and large instrumental combinations PREREQUISITE: MUTC 1009 or permission of instructor.
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MUTC 3102 - Analysis of Tonal Music Credit Hours: (3)
Description: In-depth analysis of tonal music, building on techniques mastered in Theory I-ll; includes a thorough study of common-practice era forms. Repertoire will vary. PREREQUISITE: MUTC 1009 or permission of instructor
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MUTC 3109 - Advanced Analysis of Post-Tonal Music Credit Hours: (3)
Description: In-depth analysis of music since 1900, building on techniques mastered in Post-Tonal Music. Repetoire will vary. PREREQUISITE: MUTC 3008 , MUTC 3009 .
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MUTC 3201 - Jazz/Comm Arr/Orchestration Credit Hours: (3) Former: Jazz Arrange/Orchestration
Description: Arranging/orchestration for small to large ensembles in jazz and commercial music styles; idiomatic problems with vocalists, rhythm, electronic, wind, and string instruments in various jazz styles and commercial styles. PREREQUISITE: MUTC 2103 .
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MUTC 3301 - Commercial Music Arranging Credit Hours: (3)
Description: Arranging for small to medium ensembles in commercial music styles. PREREQUISITE: MUTC 2103 .
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MUTC 3501 - Comp/Arrang/Jazz/Comrcial III Credit Hours: (2)
Description: Individual instruction for mixed ensembles and studio groups in various jazz and studio styles, standard and extended forms; introduction to line writing. May be repeated for additional credit. NOTE: Composition is taught as applied music. Students receive the equivalent of one hour lesson per week. PREREQUISITE: MUTC 2504 , or permission of instructor.
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MUTC 3701 - Theory/Musicianship I Credit Hours: (3)
Description: An introduction to music theory and modern musical techniques; ability to anaylze and understand the concepts of music which includes writing, reading, and ear training in a popular musical world. NOTE: this course does not fulfill the requirements for the Music Industry major (B.M.) or the Music Business or Recording Technology concentrations.
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MUTC 3702 - Theory/Musicianship II Credit Hours: (3)
Description: An advanced analysis of music in the popular music world which includes writing, reading, and ear training. NOTE: this course does not fulfill the requirements for the Music Industry major (B.M.) or the Music Business or Recording Technology concentrations.
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MUTC 3825 - Material/Techniques Improv I Credit Hours: (3)
Description: Development of improvisation skills on solo instruments or voice; basic chord patterns, scales, arpeggios; performance with rhythm section. (F) PREREQUISITE: permission of instructor.
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MUTC 3826 - Material/Techniques Improv II Credit Hours: (3)
Description: Analysis of melodic structures; motivic fragmentation and sequencing; extended harmonic structures, performance in small combo settings. (F). PREREQUISITE: MUTC 3825 , or permission of instructor.
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MUTC 3827 - Material/Techniques Improv III Credit Hours: (3)
Description: Analysis and performance of music in standard styles, including bebop, Latin, fusion, and jazz/rock; contemporary mainstream, pan-chromatic, and free-form improvisation; performance with combos and large jazz ensembles. (F). PREREQUISITE: MUTC 3826 , or permission of instructor.
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MUTC 4106 - Composition Procsses 20th Cent Credit Hours: (3)
Description: Analysis and imitative writing of major composers of the twentieth century, from Debussy through the present. (SP-even years)
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MUTC 4202 - Music Theory Review Credit Hours: (3)
Description: Advanced course in theory, counterpoint, and analysis of literature. Contrapuntal and harmonic techniques. Research; theoretical problems from pedagogical point of view; writing in strict and free styles. (F) PREREQUISITE: permission of instructor. Recommended as review course for graduate students.
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MUTC 4204 - Indiv Study Music Theory/Comp Credit Hours: (1-3)
Description: Directed individual study in selected areas of music theory and composition chosen in consultation with instructor. May be repeated for credit but not for the purpose of changing a grade.
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MUTC 4205 - Counterpoint Credit Hours: (3)
Description: Study of contrapuntal techniques of the sixteenth and eighteenth centuries.
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MUTC 4206 - 18th Cent Counterpoint Credit Hours: (2)
Description: Study of contrapuntal techniques of the eighteenth century.
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MUTC 4209 - Advanced Orchestration Credit Hours: (3)
Description: Continuation of MUTC 3101 . Orchestration of works from nineteenth and twentieth centuries for full orchestra; study of representative orchestral scores from romantic and contemporary periods. PREREQUISITE: MUTC 3101 .
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MUTC 4210 - Music Theory: Popular Styles Credit Hours: (3)
Description: Detailed examination of music in popular styles of the 20th and 21st centuries. Study of harmonic structure, metric and rhythmic patterns, instrumentation, scales and other melodic materials, form, and various other considerations PREREQUISITE: MUTC 1009 or MUTC 2002
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MUTC 4260-4269 - Special Topics in Theory and Composition Credit Hours: (1-3)
Description: Topics are varied and announced in online class listing.
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MUTC 4501 - Composition Credit Hours: (3)
Description: Composition in varied forms for large and small ensembles and solo instruments; analysis of contemporary works and practical application of techniques. May be repeated for additional credit. NOTE: Composition taught as applied music. Students receive equivalent of one hour lesson per week. PREREQUISITE: recommendation of upper division examining committee.
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MUTC 4502 - Comp For Non-Comp Major Credit Hours: (3)
Description: Class instruction in free composition for students not majoring in composition. Practical experience in idea generation, form, development, and instrumentation. NOTE: Composition taught as applied music. Students receive equivalent of one hour lesson per week. PREREQUISITE: MUTC 3008 .
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MUTC 4503 - Comp/Arrange Jazz/Commrcial IV Credit Hours: (3)
Description: Individual instruction with emphasis on advanced line writing, fusion and contemporary mainstream styles, writing for full studio orchestra. May be repeated for additional credit. NOTE: Composition is taught as applied music. Students receive the equivalent of one hour lesson per week. PREREQUISITE: MUTC 3501 , or permission of instructor.
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MUTC 4504 - Scoring for Film and Media Credit Hours: (3)
Description: Exploration of techniques for scoring for film, television, live theater, video games, and other media. (Offered alternate years) PREREQUISITE: MUTC 1009 or MUTC 2002.
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MUTC 4511 - Electronic Music I Credit Hours: (3)
Description: An introduction to all software and hardware needed to manipulate and compose digital sound. Students will gain familiarity with programs such as MaxMSP, Supercollider, Garageband and Audacity. Fee: $320. PREREQUISITE: MUTC 1009 or permission of instructor
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MUTC 4512 - Electronic Music II Credit Hours: (3)
Description: A continuation of MUTC 4511, Electronic Music II explores the use of similar technologies and programs in greater depth. Assessment will be assignment and projects based, allowing students to adapt assignments to their own interests. Fee: $320. PREREQUISITE: MUTC 4511
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MUTC 4520 - Analytical Approaches to Song Credit Hours: 3
Description: This course has a single goal: To introduce students to the information they need to approach and understand (art) song. In so doing, students will explore a wide range of analytical approaches through readings and applications of each method. Yes PREREQUISITE: MUTC 1009, or Permission of Instructor
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MUTC 4599 - Senior Composition Recital Credit Hours: (4)
Description: Integration course for which students prepare and present a concert of their music and an accompanying descriptive paper. Taught as applied music, individual instruction. PREREQUISITE: a minimum of 4 hours in MUTC 4501 and permission of the instructor.
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MUTC 4896 - Sr Prj Jazz Studio/Comp Arrang Credit Hours: (4)
Description: Project must include original compositions and original arrangements of existing compositions in a variety of styles. Project should include live performance, recorded album tracks, and film music. PREREQUISITE: MUTC 4503 , MUTC 4504 , or permission of instructor.
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MUST 1001 - Introduction to Music Therapy Credit Hours: 3
Description: An overview of the field of music therapy, an introduction to the history and principles of music therapy, to different therapy models and techniques, and to the many populations served by the discipline. This course is open to all students and professions interested in learning more about the field.
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