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Bachelor of MusicMaster of MusicDoctor of Philosophy in MusicDoctor of Musical ArtsDiploma in Forensic MusicologyDescription of Music Courses (MUS)Music Law (Law)Psychology (PSY)
Bachelor of MusicUndergraduate degrees in music are offered in: Applied Music (Performance), Music Education, and Music Composition. Classes in Applied Music, Orchestration, Composition, Ear Training, and Conducting utilize the use of audio and/or video tape performances. All incoming students, whether new or transfer students, are required to take placement exams in Music Theory, Music History and Literature, Conducting, and Applied Music (Performance), regardless of whether these classes may have been taken at other schools. These exams do not affect admission to the program or grades, they are for class placement only. Students who score well on these exams, may be given credit for up to 15 credit hours in those classes. All incoming students, regardless of major, are required to declare a major instrument or voice, and must complete at least 2 semesters of private study (Applied Music). All graduating students must complete a graduation recital on their major instrument or voice. Composition majors must have a recital of their original works performed. 120 credit hours are required to complete the Bachelor of Music degree program. Students may enter into a Bachelor's degree program with a minimum of 30 credit hours and one year of credit for documented life/work experience. It is preferable for the student to have completed 60 credit hours before entering into a degree program with Washington College & University, as the University does not generally offer lower division courses. Students who enroll with more than 120 credit hours of acceptable transfer credit must complete a minimum of 30 credit hours of coursework through the University to earn a Bachelor's degree. Students are expected to fulfill general studies requirements through prior educational experiences and through life/work experiences equivalent to college level courses. In the event an incoming student is lacking some of the general studies requirements, the Faculty Advisor and the student will work out a study plan that includes provisions for making up the deficiencies. To obtain a Bachelor of Music degree at Washington College & University, a student must have completed 60 hours of General Studies courses distributed in the following subject areas:
Completion of the Bachelor's degree requires attainment of a grade point average of C (2.0) or higher. Candidates for the B.M. degree must complete all of the core courses listed below, and complete all of the courses listed for the declared music major. Transfer students may be given up to 15 hours credit for classes previously taken - based on transcripts and placement exams. Students in all music majors are required to take the following Core Courses:Lower Division Transfer Credit (60) MUS 301 Music Theory I (3) Total Transfer & Core Hours (90) Transfer students may place out of any of these classes through placement exams In addition to the Core Courses, students must take these classes for the following declared music majors:Applied Music Major Courses: MUS 473 Applied Music III (3) Music Composition Major Courses: MUS 450 Harmony (3) Music Education Major Courses: MUS 401 Instrumental Conducting (3) Bachelor Degree Elective Classes: MUS 490 Musicology (3)
Master of MusicThe Washington College & University Graduate School of Music offers Master of Music degrees in Applied Music (Performance), Music Composition, Music Education, and Music Business. Masters degree candidates must hold an equivalent Bachelor degree, which meets the course requirements of the B.M. at Washington College & University. Candidates for the Masters degree must complete a minimum of 30 semester credit hours in their major music area. Each major music area lists the required coursework for that particular degree. The balance of the 30 hours for each major, may be student electives in any music subject area. Placement exams and auditions will be given to determine a candidate's level of proficiency for entrance to the program, and to determine if credit may be given for any required coursework. However, no more than 15 credit hours of the required 30 credit hours may be given. Students who do not score to the subject level of a Bachelor degree in these exams, may be assigned undergraduate level classes as a requirement for admission to the Masters program. These remedial classes do not count toward the Masters degree requirements (30 hrs.). Transfer students may be given credit for up to 15 credit hours based on transcripts and placement exams. A Masters Thesis is required of all candidates in non-performance majors. The thesis topic must be approved by the School of Music, and students are required to write an Abstract, Outline and the Thesis. Candidates in performance majors must present a Masters Recital on their major instrument or voice. If a composition major, the student must submit a major work, written by the student, the scope of a symphonic movement or concerto, to be performed in a recital. In lieu of a Thesis, all performance majors must write a Masters Document in an area to be approved by the School of Music. Completion of the Master's degree requires attainment of a grade point average of B (3.0) or higher. Applied Music Major Courses: MUS 571 Graduate Applied Music I (4) Music Composition Major Courses: MUS 501 Graduate Harmony (4) Music Education Major Courses: MUS 501 Graduate Harmony (4) Music Business Major Courses: MUS 502 Theory for Non-Performers (4) Masters Degree Elective Classes: MUS 690 Musicology (4)
Doctor of Philosophy in MusicThe Ph.D. is awarded to candidates majoring in non-performance areas in music. Washington College & University offers the Ph.D. in Music Education and Musicology. Candidates for the Ph.D. program must hold an equivalent Master's degree, which meets the course requirements of the M.M. at Washington College & University. Candidates for the Ph.D. program in music must complete a minimum of 30 semester credit hours in their major music area. Each major music area lists the required coursework for that particular degree. The balance of the 30 hours for each major, may be student electives in any music subject area. Placement exams and auditions will be given to determine a candidate's level of proficiency for entrance to the program, and to determine if credit may be given for any required coursework. However, no more than 15 credit hours of the required 30 credit hours may be given. Students who do not score to the subject level of a Masters degree in these exams, may be assigned 300-600 level classes as a requirement for admission to the Doctorate program. These remedial classes do not count toward the Ph.D. degree requirements (30 hrs.). Transfer students may be given credit for up to 15 credit hours based on transcripts and placement exams. All Ph.D. candidates must complete a Doctoral Dissertation. The dissertation topic must be approved by the School of Music. All students are required to write an Abstract, Outline, and the Dissertation. Completion of the Ph.D. requires the attainment of the highest level of academic achievement in all coursework. Music Education Major Courses: MUS 701 Applications in Harmony (4) Musicology Major Courses: MUS 731 Musicology I (4)
Doctor of Musical ArtsThe D.M.A. is awarded to candidates majoring in performance music areas. Washington College & University offers the D.M.A. in Applied Music (Performance) and Composition. Candidates for the D.M.A. program must hold an equivalent Master's degree, which meets the course requirements of the M.M. at Washington College & University. Candidates for the D.M.A. program in music must complete a minimum of 30 semester credit hours in their major music area. Each major music area lists the required coursework for that particular degree. The balance of the 30 hours for each major, may be student electives in any music subject area. Placement exams and auditions will be given to determine a candidate's level of proficiency for entrance to the program, and to determine if credit may be given for any required coursework. However, no more than 15 credit hours of the required 30 credit hours may be given. Students who do not score to the subject level of a Masters degree in these exams, may be assiged 300-600 level classes as a requirement for admission to the Doctorate program. These remedial classes do not count toward the D.M.A. degree requirements (30 hrs.). Transfer students may be given credit for up to 15 credit hours based on transcripts and placement exams. A Doctoral Recital (Applied Performance) is required of all D.M.A. candidates on their major instrument or voice. If a composition major, the student must submit a major work, written by the student, the scope of a symphony or concerto, to be performed in a recital. In lieu of a dissertation, all D.M.A. candidates must write a Doctoral Document in an area approved by the School of Music. Completion of the D.M.A. requires the attainment of the highest level of academic achievement in all coursework. Applied Music Major Courses: MUS 771 Applications in Applied (4) Composition Major Courses: MUS 701 Applications in Harmony (4)
Diploma in Forensic MusicologyThe Diploma in Forensic Musicology is for students who wish to act as an "expert witness" in music plagiarism lawsuits. Graduates will be trained to do an analysis of the suspected music, and make a determination of whether musically it meets the law's requirements for plagiarism. The Diploma program is offered to candidates holding a Doctorate in music. However, in some cases, candidates who hold a Masters degree may be admitted into the program with the consent of the School of Music. An extensive background in music theory, harmony, form and analysis, ear training, and knowledge of the literature is required. In addition to the music studies, candidates must study copyright law, plagiarism laws, intellectual property, as well as courtroom procedures, and a preceptorship in an entertainment law office. All candidates must take entrance/placement exams in Graduate Music Theory, Harmony, Music History and Literature, and Ear Training, prior to admission. Candidates found deficient in any of these areas will be required to take appropriate prerequisite courses. Completion of the Diploma requires the attainment of the highest level of academic achievement in all coursework. Forensic Musicology Courses: MUS 471 Music Business Practices (3)
MUS 301 Music Theory I (3) An in-depth study of basic notation, scales, key signatures, intervals, triads, inversions, and basic four part writing. MUS 302 Music Theory II (3) Continuation of MUS 301. An advanced study of four part writing, voice leading, and harmonic analysis in the Common Practice Period. MUS 303 Form and Analysis (3) A look at form, texture, and structure in music. Analysis of scores, along with form analysis of performed music. MUS 304 Counterpoint (3) Form, texture, and style of 1st through 5th species of counterpoint in 2,3, and 4 parts. Contrapuntal textures and form. MUS 351 Music History and Literature I (3) The history and development of Western music from its origins to 1750. Styles, schools, composers. Extensive listening. MUS 352 Music History and Literature II (3) Continuation of MUS 351. The history and development of Western music from 1750 to the present. Styles, schools, composers. Extensive listening. MUS 371 Applied Music I (3) Private study on the student's major instrument or voice. Fifteen 1 hour private lessons by a local instructor approved by the School of Music. Grade determined by audio or video taped jury of representative works studied. MUS 372 Applied Music II (3) Continuation of MUS 371. MUS 473 Applied Music III (3) Continuation of MUS 372. MUS 474 Applied Music IV (3) Continuation of MUS 473. MUS 475 Senior Recital (6) A full recital required on the student's major instrument or voice. Students must perform a representative program of music studied during their Applied Music classes. The program must be both audio and video taped, and should be performed before an audience in a concert setting. MUS 401 Instrumental Conducting (3) Methods in conducting and directing instrumental ensembles. Score reading, rehearsal techniques, and basic interpretive problems. MUS 402 Choral Conducting (3) Methods in conducting and directing choral ensembles. Score reading, rehearsal techniques, and basic interpretive problems. MUS 403 Music Therapy (3) A survey course highlighting the use of music in medical and psychological settings. Studies using music for addiction, pain management, learning disabled, and psychotherapy. MUS 404 Brass Methods (3) Teaching and performance concerns for the non-brass player. Three 1 hour private lessons for each of the brass instruments are required, focusing on pedagogy for each instrument. MUS 405 Woodwind Methods (3) Teaching and performance concerns for the non-woodwind player. Three 1 hour private lessons for each of the woodwind instruments are required, focusing on pedagogy for each instrument. MUS 406 String Methods (3) Teaching and performance concerns for the non-string player. Three 1 hour private lessons for each of the string instruments are required, focusing on pedagogy for each instrument. MUS 407 Piano Methods (3) Teaching and performance concerns for the non-keyboard player. Fifteen 1 hour private lessons on piano are required, focusing on pedagogy for keyboard instruments. MUS 408 Vocal Methods (3) Teaching and performance concerns for the non-vocalist. Fifteen 1 hour private lessons are required, focusing on pedagogy for vocalists. MUS 409 Directed Teaching (6) Directed student teaching on the elementary or secondary level. School and supervising teacher subject to approval by the School of Music. 135 hours of classroom student teaching are required. This program does not meet requirements for a state teaching certificate or credential. MUS 450 Harmony (3) A study of harmonic progressions, voice leading, and analysis in the French School of harmony. Extensive part writing and analysis. MUS 451 Orchestration (3) A study of the various instruments of the orchestra. Including ranges, transpositions, and performance criteria. Writing for various instruments in an orchestral setting. MUS 452 Composition I (3) Specific approaches to creative musical writing original compositions in small form. Emphasis will be placed on string, brass, or woodwind quartet. MUS 453 Composition II (3) Continuation of MUS 452. The writing of more compositions in larger form with a wider variety of instruments. MUS 454 Senior Composition Recital (6) A full recital featuring the composition student's original works. These should be works written in composition classes as well as a new composition the scope of a symphonic movement or concerto. This program must be both audio and video taped, and performed in a concert setting before an audience. MUS 471 Music Business Practices (3) An in depth study of the business of record labels, publishing companies, music management, record production, music law and copyrights. MUS 472 Recording Techniques (3) A study of the role of the producer and engineer, techniques in recording, mixing, mastering, multi-tracking, and digital audio. MUS 476 Analysis of Repertoire (3) A critical and analytical study of music written for the student's applied instrument or voice. Familiarization with the standard literature, as well as the more obscure works. MUS 477 Rehearsal Techniques (3) A study of problems and techniques associated with the rehearsal of music for the student's applied instrument or voice. Analysis of music, as well as instrumental or vocal technique will be studied. Includes warm-up and vocalizing, scales and etudes. MUS 478 Pedagogy of the Applied Instrument (3) Most performers will teach privately on their instrument or voice at some time in their career. This is an in-depth look at the problems and techniques associated with teaching the student's major instrument or voice. MUS 480 Directed Readings (3) Advanced seminars involving the study of a particular genre, period or topic. Topics will be chosen by the instructor. This course will provide opportunities for students to present papers in the chosen field. MUS 490, 690 Musicology (3-4) Problem oriented cross-cultural investigation of music and literature of world music. MUS 491, 691 Evolution of Music (3-4) A study of the history of music from Early Music to the present. Traces the history of notation, figured bass, polyphony, and performance practices. MUS 492, 692 Eastern Music Literature (3-4) A survey curse concentrating on the folk, popular, and art music from Asia and the Pacific, along with the musical cultures and traditions. MUS 493, 693 Pop/Rock Music Literature (3-4) An in-depth look at the history of American rock, pop, blues, R&B, and rap music. Its roots, performers, and cultural icons. MUS 494, 694 Music Theater (3-4) An overall study of music in theater. Beginning with the minstrel shows, through opera, to the Broadway stage of today. Emphasis will be placed on the literature, story lines, and how much is used within the show. MUS 495, 695 Score Analysis (3-4) The study of music scores with regard to conductoral challenges and performance challenges. Emphasis will be placed on interpretation of the composers wishes, the performance level of the ensemble, and historical performance practices. MUS 496, 696 Ear Training Lab (3-4) An audio tape program including scale and interval recognition, sight singing, triads, melodic and rhythmic dictation using fixed-Do solfege. MUS 497, 697 History's Influence on Music (3-4) A look at non-music historical world events and how they influenced the music of the time. Specific looks at events throughout history and specific works which were written at that time. MUS 498, 698 Performance Adjudicating (3-4) Techniques and practices for judging music competitions, from solo and ensemble to large band and orchestras. Comparative analysis of competing groups, writing constructive comments, and suggestions for improvement. MUS 501 Graduate Harmony (4) A detailed study of harmony as represented in the French School of harmony, in the writing styles of Faure and Saint Saens. Extensive part writing and analysis. MUS 502 Theory and Harmony for Non-Performers (4) A study of music theory and harmony designed for students working in the music industry, but not as performers. Study includes basic notation, scales, key signatures, intervals, triads, and how these relate to music as a whole. MUS 510 Graduate Orchestration (4) This class is designed for the student who already has a background in orchestration. Emphasis will be placed on stylistic orchestral features within the periods of music. Extensive writing. MUS 511 Music Arranging (4) An in depth study of how combinations of instrument sounds, rhythms, meters, etc. can give the same music a totally different style. Final projects includes taking a song and arranging it for 3 different styles of music. MUS 512 Graduate Composition I (4) Advanced approaches to creative musical writing of original compositions in small and large form. Emphasis will be placed not only on the composition itself, but the arrangement and orchestration. Extensive writing. MUS 513 Graduate Composition II (4) Continuation of MUS 512. MUS 520 Music History & Literature for Non-Performers (4) A survey course designed for students working in the music industry, but not as performers. A study of the historical literature, elements, forms, and styles of music. MUS 531 Graduate Music Business Practices (4) A seminar and text study of the business of music. Concentrating on record label operation, publishing companies, music management, record production, music law and copyrights. Designed for someone who has experience working in the music industry. MUS 532 Introduction to the Recording Studio (4) A survey course designed for the non-performer. Emphasis will be placed on the role of the producer and engineer, multi-track recording, digital audio, and the mechanics of the recording session. MUS 540 Score Analysis (4) A graduate level study of music scores with regard to conductoral challenges and performance challenges. Emphasis will be placed on interpretation of the composers wishes, the performance level of the ensemble, and historical performance practices. MUS 542 Stylistic Conducting (4) Advanced methods in conducting and directing instrumental or choral ensembles. Score reading, rehearsal techniques, and advanced interpretive problems. Emphasis on conducting technique. MUS 544 Graduate Music Therapy (4) A graduate level course applying specific uses for the use of music in medical, psychological, and educational settings. Use of music for addiction, pain management, learning disabled, and psychotherapy. MUS 571 Graduate Applied Music I (4) Private study on the student's major instrument or voice. Fifteen 1 hour private lessons by a local instructor approved by the School of Music. Grade determined by audio or video taped jury of representative works studied. MUS 572 Graduate Applied Music II (4) Continuation of MUS 571. MUS 673 Graduate Applied Music III (4) Continuation of MUS 572. MUS 674 Graduate Applied Music IV (4) Continuation of MUS 673. MUS 675 Masters Recital (6) A full recital required on the student's major instrument or voice. Students must perform a representative program of music studied during their Applied Music classes. The program must be both audio and video taped, and should be performed before an audience in a concert setting. MUS 631 Historical Literature of the Applied Repertoire (4) A critical and analytical study of music written for the student's applied instrument or voice. Familiarization with the standard literature, as well as more obscure works. Emphasis will be placed on the historical context. MUS 641 Curriculum Development (4) A course where the student actually designs a music program in the elementary, secondary, or college setting. Includes creation of classes, course descriptions, courses of study, and an elementary to secondary "feeder school" system. MUS 642 Music Pedagogy (4) An in depth look at the problems and techniques associated with teaching private music lessons on the students instrument or voice. Includes technique, repertoire, lesson structure, and student motivation. MUS 646 Advanced Ear Training Lab (4) A graduate level ear training lab covering simple and compound intervals, melodic studies and dictation, harmonic studies and dictation, modulations, altered chords, and dictation of chord progressions in all inversions. MUS 650 Masters Composition Recital (6) A full recital featuring the composition student's original works. These should be works written in composition classes as well as a new composition the scope of a symphony or concerto. This program must be both audio and video taped, and performed in a concert setting before an audience. MUS 655 Masters Thesis (6) Directed study and research for the masters thesis. Students must complete an Abstract, Outline and Thesis. Candidacy for the M.M. and consent of the Music Department chair required. No oral defense of the Thesis is required. MUS 656 Masters Document (4) Required of all performance majors in addition to the Masters Recital. In lieu of a thesis, performance majors will write a document researching the literature, instrument, performance problems, or other topic, related to their major instrument, voice, conducting, or composition. MUS 701 Applications in Harmony (4) A highly specific study of the French School of Harmony. Emphasis on development of the style and linear harmony, along with orchestrating the parts. MUS 712 Applied Composition I (4) Specific approaches to creative musical writing of original compositions in small and large form representing various styles of musical periods. Emphasis on arrangement and orchestration. MUS 713 Applied Composition II (4) Continuation of MUS 712. MUS 714 Applied Orchestration (4) Orchestrating and writing for specific ensemble groups in various periods and styles. Emphasis on stylistic writing and arranging. MUS 715 Graduate Arranging (4) Project oriented class which takes standard literature and presents alternative arranging to fit specific ensembles and projects. MUS 850 Doctoral Composition Recital (6) A full recital featuring the composition student's original works. These works should of the highest caliber, and be written in composition classes as well as a new composition the scope of a symphony or opera. This program must be both audio and video taped, and performed in a concert setting before an audience. MUS 721 Contemporary Topics in Music Education (4) A directed research of advanced theoretical topics within a specific area in music education. Methodologies, evaluation, and other music research issues will be explored. MUS 722 Fiscal Impacts and Analysis of Music Programs (4) With arts and music programs being reduced or eliminated on all educational levels, this class creates a cost analysis of running, building, and implementing music programs while budgets are being cut. Emphasis will be placed on keeping a program in a school when budgets call for elimination. MUS 723 Applied Pedagogy (4) A research oriented, in-depth look at the process of teaching music. Emphasis will be placed on non-traditional non-standard approaches to teaching music. Programs such as the Suzuki Method will be studied as a model. MUS 821 Performance Adjudicating (4) For Education majors only. Techniques and practices for judging music competitions, from solo and ensemble to large band and orchestras. Comparative analysis of competing groups, writing constructive comments, and suggestions for improvement. MUS 731 Musicology I (4) For Musicology majors only. A problem oriented cross-cultural investigation of music and literature of in the history of Europe, Asia, America, and other world music. MUS 732 Musicology II (4) For Musicology majors only. Continuation of MUS 731. MUS 733 Evolution of Music (4) For Musicology majors only. A study of the history of music from Early Music to the present. Traces the history of notation, figured bass, polyphony, and performance practices. Emphasis placed on historical events responsible for stylistic musical practices. Some music writing within historical styles. MUS 831 Eastern Music Literature (4) For Musicology majors only. Folk, popular, and art music from Asia and the Pacific. Emphasis on cultural influences on the music. Some music writing within the style. MUS 832 History's Influence on Music (4) For Musicology majors only. A detailed study of non-music historical world events and how they influenced the music and musical styles of the time. Emphasis on specific musical works and composers and the historical events which influenced them. MUS 833 Readings in Literature and Repertoire (4) A critical and analytical study of music written for the student's applied instrument or voice. Familiarization with the standard literature, as well as more obscure works. Emphasis will be placed on the historical context. MUS 861 Advanced Research in Music and Score Analysis (4) A highly advanced study in theory, harmonic, melodic, and rhythmic styles of existing musical scores and recordings. Composer styles, trends, and catalog of works will be addressed. Classical, pop/rock, R&B, and jazz works will be studied. Final project includes listening to a recording and creating the entire score "by ear." Prerequisite: MUS 701, MUS 451, MUS 646 or equivalent. MUS 771 Applications in Applied Music I (4) Private study on the student's major instrument or voice. Fifteen 1 hour private lessons by a local instructor approved by the School of Music. Grade determined by audio or video taped jury of representative works studied. MUS 772 Applications in Applied Music II (4) Continuation of MUS 771. MUS 873 Applications in Applied Music III (4) Continuation of MUS 772 MUS 874 Applications in Applied Music IV (4) Continuation of MUS 873. MUS 875 Doctoral Recital (6) A full recital of the highest level required on the student's major instrument or voice. Students must perform a representative program of music studied during their Applied Music classes. The program must be both audio and video taped, and must be performed before an audience in a concert setting. MUS 855 Doctoral Dissertation (6) Ph.D. candidates only. Directed study and research for the doctoral dissertation. Students must complete an Abstract, Outline, and Dissertation. Candidacy for the Ph.D. and consent of the music department chair required. MUS 856 Doctoral Document (4) Required of all D.M.A. candidates in addition to the Doctoral Recital. In lieu of a dissertation, D.M.A. candidates will write a document researching the literature, instrument, performance problems, or other topic, related to their major instrument, voice, conducting, or composition. Abstract, Outline, and Document required. Candidacy of the D.M.A. and consent of the music department chair required.
LAW 641 Intellectual Property Law (4) A study of copyright law, plagiarism, and patents. Specific case studies, legal briefs, rules of evidence, and constitutional and case law, and precedents with respect to music will be addressed. LAW 643 Music Contract Analysis (4) A comprehensive look at recording, publishing, management, and distribution agreements in music. Emphasis will be placed on language and standard practices within the music industry. Prerequisite: MUS 471. LAW 742 Courtroom Procedures (4) A study and observation of procedures in the courtroom. Students are required to attend trials. Designed specifically for expert witness testimony. LAW 801 Attorney/Law Preceptorship (6) 45 hours of observation/internship with a law firm which specializes in copyright/intellectual property law. Students will observe the preparation of cases, case law, briefs, preparing of witnesses, and in-court procedures.
PSY 403 Music Therapy (4) A survey course highlighting the use of music in medical and psychological settings. Studies using music for addiction, pain management, learning disabled, and psychotherapy. |
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