MUSC 1010      (Active) Introduction to Music 3.0 : 3.0 : 0.0    Su, F, Sp A survey course designed to make music more meaningful. Studies melody, harmony, form, and rhythm together with historical and biographical information.

MUSC 102G      (Active) Introduction to World Music 3.0 : 3.0 : 0.0     Explores diverse music throughout the world. Studies melody, harmony, form, and rhythm in international historical and cultural contexts.

MUSC 1100      (Active/WorkFlow) Fundamentals of Music 2.0 : 2.0 : 0.0    Su, F, Sp Designed for non-music majors. Examines the fundamentals of music such as keys, scales, intervals, rhythms, meters, and terminology. Completion of a second course is required to satisfy the fine arts requirement (see Graduation section of catalog).

MUSC 1110      (Active/WorkFlow) Basic Music Theory I 3.0 : 3.0 : 0.0    F, Sp Prerequisite(s):MUSC 1100 or passing score or Music Program Placement Test For music majors, interested students and community members. An intense study of the fundamentals of music including elementary harmony, primary and secondary triads with inversions, non harmonic tones and modulation. Concurrent enrollment in MUSC 1130 is highly desirable.

MUSC 1120      (Active/WorkFlow) Basic Music Theory II 3.0 : 3.0 : 0.0    Su, Sp Prerequisite(s):MUSC 1110 A continuation of MUSC 1110, Music Theory I.

MUSC 1130      (Active/WorkFlow) Aural Music Skills I 2.0 : 2.0 : 0.0    F, Sp For music majors and other interested students and community members. An intense study of the skills of analysis, sight reading, and ear training. Develops student's aural music skills.

MUSC 1140      (Active/WorkFlow) Aural Music Skills II 2.0 : 2.0 : 0.0    Su, Sp Prerequisite(s):MUSC 1130 For music majors and other interested students and community members. An intense study of the skills of analysis, sight reading, and ear training. A continuation of MUSC 1130.

MUSC 1150      (Active/WorkFlow) Group Piano I 2.0 : 2.0 : 0.0    Su, F, Sp Group piano class for students who have had little or no piano experience. A comprehensive course covering fundamentals of aural, tactile, and visual keyboard skills as well as some music theory.

MUSC 1160      (Active/WorkFlow) Group Piano II 2.0 : 2.0 : 0.0    F, Sp Prerequisite(s):MUSC 1150 or instructor approval Group piano class designed for students who have basic performing and technical skills. A comprehensive course including instruction in theory, keyboard skills, and sight-reading.

MUSC 1170      (Active) Group Guitar I 2.0 : 2.0 : 0.0     Teaches fundamental skills used in playing popular guitar styles. Covers essential left and right hand techniques as well as basic musical rudiments.

MUSC 1180      (Active) Group Guitar II 2.0 : 2.0 : 0.0     Prerequisite(s):MUSC 1170 Develops a variety of right and left hand techniques. Teaches both standard and tablature-style notation. Provides solo and ensemble performance opportunities.

MUSC 124R      (Active) UVU Concert Choir 1.0 : 2.0 : 0.0    F, Sp Prerequisite(s):Instructor approval For the singer desiring experience in choral performance. Provides the opportunity of performing in a group of select singers. Studies music of various style and periods. Requires participation in concerts and programs. Instructor approval is required. May be repeated. Two credits may apply toward the AAS degree and four credits toward the AA/AS degree.

MUSC 1400      (Active) Introduction to Music Technology 2.0 : 2.0 : 0.0    F, Sp Covers the fundamentals of MIDI (musical recording technology, analog and digital synthesis, and digital sampling). Surveys available music software and hardware with hands-on experience in the College's electronic music studio.

MUSC 160R      (Active/WorkFlow) Private Lessons for Nonmusic Majors 1.0 : 1.0 : 0.0     For nonmusic majors only. Private instruction for individual instruments or voice. Designed to meet the individual needs of the student in developing skills and techniques. Requires five hours of practice each week. May be repeated for a maximum of 8 credits toward graduation.

MUSC 1640      (Active/WorkFlow) Group Voice 1.0 : 1.0 : 1.0    F, Sp Designed for non-voice majors. Group instruction to fit the individual needs of the students in developing vocal skills and techniques. Covers vocal tone, melodies, diction, performance skills, etc.

MUSC 1650      (Active/WorkFlow) Group Strings 1.0 : 1.0 : 1.0    F, Sp Teaches students basic performing and teaching skills on the violin, viola, cello and bass.

MUSC 1660      (Active/WorkFlow) Group Clarinet 1.0 : 1.0 : 1.0    F Teaches basic performing and teaching skills on the clarinet. Covers good clarinet tone, knowledge of fingerings and special problems, correct clarinet assembly, etc.

MUSC 1680      (Active/WorkFlow) Group Trumpet 1.0 : 1.0 : 1.0    Sp Teaches basic performing and teaching skills on the trumpet. Covers knowledge of the trumpet mechanism, trumpet tone, trumpet fingerings, etc.

MUSC 1800      (Active) Introduction to Music Education 1.0 : 1.0 : 1.0    F. Sp Introduces the Music education profession. Emphasizes personal, professional, and musical skills necessary for successful music teaching and learning. Requires observation of music teachers outside of scheduled class time.

MUSC 2110      (Active/WorkFlow) Advanced Music Theory I 3.0 : 3.0 : 0.0    F Prerequisite(s):MUSC 1120 For music majors and other interested students and community members. Studies chromatic elements of music. Covers the music theory of the twentieth century. Provides additional training in sight-singing and dictation. Covers diminished seventh chords, modulation, augmented sixth cords, etc.

MUSC 2350      (Active) Fundamentals of Conducting 2.0 : 2.0 : 0.0    F, Sp For music majors, interested students and community members. An introductory course which covers the basics of conducting. Focuses on baton technique, score reading, interpretation and rehearsal.

MUSC 2400      (Active) Recording Studio I 2.0 : 1.0 : 2.0    F, Sp Prerequisite(s):MUSC 1120, MUSC 1140 Introduces recording studio from an artistic and operational point of view. Emphasizes audio consoles, microphones, multi-track recorders, and echo chambers. Increases understanding of operation and function of recording equipment and its relationship to musicians, sound engineer, and producer.

MUSC 2420      (Active) Recording Studio II 2.0 : 1.0 : 2.0    Sp Prerequisite(s):MUSC 2400 Continues the study and application of recording techniques begun in MUSC 2400. Emphasizes multi-track recording and mix down, microphone placement, and patch bay function. Requires creative projects demonstrating proficient use of studied equipment.

MUSC 250R      (Active/WorkFlow) Private Lessons for Music Majors 1.0 : 1.0 : 0.0     Prerequisite(s):Audition required. Offers private instruction and performance class for instrument or voice. Designed to meet the individual needs of the student in developing skills and techniques. Requires eight hours of practice each week. For music majors only. May be repeated for a maximum of 4 credits toward graduation.

MUSC 281R      (Active) Internship in Music I 1.0 to 8.0 : 0.0 : 5.0 to 40.0     Prerequisite(s):Departmental Approval Provides an opportunity for students to receive college credit and explore career options in music by working in music-related fields. Applies academic concepts to actual work experiences. Requires approval of faculty sponsor and completion and acceptance of application. Requires completion of an orientation, completion of Master Agreement between UVU and employer, completion of goals and tasks as required by academic department, and completion of final evaluation. May be repeated for a total of 8 credits towards graduation.

MUSC 290R      (Active) Independent Study 1.0 to 3.0 : 0.0 to 0.0 : 3.0 to 9.0     Prerequisite(s):Instructor permission and advisor approval Individual projects to be negotiated by student and instructor on a case-by-case basis to be approved by the departmental advisor. May be repeated for a maximum of 4 credits toward graduation.

MUSC 3010      (Active/WorkFlow) Music History and Literature I 3.0 : 3.0 : 0.0    F Prerequisite(s):MUSC 2110 Covers the history of European music from ancient times to the Classic era. Surveys periods, genres, composers, works, performance practice, and sources. Emphasizes musical meaning, style, and interpretation.

MUSC 3020      (Active/WorkFlow) Music History and Literature II 3.0 : 3.0 : 0.0    Sp Prerequisite(s):MUSC 2120 Covers the history of European-sphere music from the Classic era to the present. Surveys periods, genres, composers, works, preformance practice and sources. Emphasizes musical meaning, style and interpretation.

MUSC 3120      (Active) Form and Analysis 3.0 : 3.0 : 0.0    F Prerequisite(s):MUSC 2110 Explores the structure, meaning and organization of music. Concentrates on the standard practices of European-sphere music since 1600. Teaches techniques for understanding and classifying musical structure. Places techniques and knowledge from the first three semesters of music theory into a comprehensive whole.

MUSC 3150      (Active/WorkFlow) Advanced Instrumental Conducting 2.0 : 2.0 : 0.0    Sp Prerequisite(s):MUSC 2350, MUSC 2120, MUSC 2010, MUSC 2020 or instructor's permission Teaches advanced baton techniques, score preparation and basic rehearsal procedures for instrumental ensembles.

MUSC 320R      (Active/WorkFlow) Advanced Master Works Chorale 1.0 : 0.0 : 4.0    F, Sp Prerequisite(s):Audition Provides group training in the various styles of choral literature. Requires attendance at scheduled performances. May be repeated for a maximum of 8 credits toward graduation.

MUSC 322R      (Active/WorkFlow) Chamber Choir 1.0 : 3.0 : 0.0    F, Sp Prerequisite(s):Audition For the advanced singer desiring experience in choral performance. Provides the opportunity of performing in a small group of select singers. Studies music of various styles and periods. Requires participation in concerts, programs, and tours. May be repeated for maximum of 8 credits toward graduation.

MUSC 330R      (Active/WorkFlow) Advanced Symphony Band 1.0 : 0.0 : 4.0    F, Sp Prerequisite(s):Instructor approval; prior playing experience Improves musical performance skills by participation in the band. Studies and performs serious concert literature. Requires attendance at all concerts, performances, tours and acquisition of performance attire. May be repeated for maximum of 8 credits toward graduation.

MUSC 331R      (Active/WorkFlow) Percussion Ensemble 1.0 : 2.0 : 0.0     Prerequisite(s):Audition Provides percussion ensemble experience. Emphasis on sight reading and music performance skills. Attendance is expected at all concerts, rehearsals, and tours. May be repeated for a maximum of 8 credits toward graduation.

MUSC 332R      (Active/WorkFlow) Jazz Ensemble 1.0 : 3.0 : 0.0    F, Sp Prerequisite(s):Audition Provides the advanced instrumentalist the opportunity to perform jazz music as a member of the jazz ensemble. Studies all styles of jazz, rock and popular music. Improvisational and sight-reading skills are emphasized. Requires attendance at all performances. May be repeated for maximum of 8 credits toward graduation.

MUSC 3400      (Active) Music in the Elementary School 2.0 : 2.0 : 0.0    Su, F, Sp For Elementary Education students and other interested students and community members. Introduces concepts and techniques of music education applicable to the elementary school classroom. Teaches concepts and skills through a combination of readings and lectures. Applies vocal and instrumental basics and class projects. Addresses the Utah State Core Curriculum for music for the elementary school. Completion of a second course is required to satisfy the fine arts requirement (see Graduation section of catalog).

MUSC 3410      (Active) Elementary Music Methods I 2.0 : 2.0 : 0.0     Prerequisite(s):MUSC 2110 Teaches the sequence, tools, materials, and philosophy of teaching musical concepts to children in grades K-3. Develops skill on classroom instruments.

MUSC 3411      (Active) Elementary Music Methods II 2.0 : 2.0 : 0.0     Prerequisite(s):MUSC 2110, MUSC 3410 Teaches the sequence, tools, materials, and philosophy of teaching musical concepts to children in grades 4-6. Develops skill on classroom instruments.

MUSC 3415      (Active) String Pedagogy I 2.0 : 2.0 : 0.0     Prerequisite(s):MUSC 3410 is recommended Provides instruction on string methods for teaching either in the private studio or in the elementary school.

MUSC 3416      (Active) String Pedagogy II 2.0 : 2.0 : 0.0     Prerequisite(s):MUSC 3415, MUSC 3410 is recommended Provides instruction on string methods for teaching either in the private studio or in the elementary school.

MUSC 3620      (Active) Percussion Practicum 1.0 : 1.0 : 1.0     Prepares music education majors in the pedagogy and methods of percussion instruments.

MUSC 3650      (Active/WorkFlow) String Practicum 1.0 : 1.0 : 1.0     Prerequisite(s):MUSC 1650 Prepares music education majors in pedagogy and methods of stringed instruments.

MUSC 3660      (Active/WorkFlow) Woodwind Practicum 1.0 : 1.0 : 1.0     Prerequisite(s):MUSC 1660 Develops skills and strategies used in teaching flute, oboe, bassoon, and saxophone. Includes lectures, demonstrations, group and individual playing, and mock lessons.

MUSC 3680      (Active/WorkFlow) Brass Practicum 1.0 : 1.0 : 1.0     Prerequisite(s):MUSC 1680 Focuses on skills and strategies used in the teaching of the French Horn, trombone, euphonium and tuba. Includes lectures, demonstrations, group and individual playing, and mock lessons.

MUSC 3690      (Active) Jazz Practicum 1.0 : 1.0 : 1.0     Prerequisite(s):MUSC 1660 or MUSC 1680 Provides a practical study of basic jazz performance, improvisation, transcription, styles, history and rehearsal techniques. Prepares students to teach jazz.

MUSC 370R      (Active/WorkFlow) Advanced Symphony Orchestra 1.0 : 0.0 : 4.0    F, Sp Prerequisite(s):Audition required; instructor permission Provides opportunity to improve musical performance skills by participating in orchestra. Studies and performs serious concert literature from all periods of music history. Requires attendance at all concerts, rehearsals, tours and acquisition of performance attire. May be repeated for maximum of 8 credits toward graduation.

MUSC 372R      (Active/WorkFlow) Chamber Orchestra 1.0 : 2.0 : 0.0    On Sufficient Demand Prerequisite(s):Audition For students desiring public chamber orchestra performance experience. Provides the opportunity to improve music performance skills. Studies and performs serious concert literature from all periods of music history. Attendance is expected at all concerts, rehearsals, and tours. Entrance requires audition. May be repeated for maximum of 8 credits toward graduation.

MUSC 373R      (Active/WorkFlow) Small Ensembles 1.0 : 1.0 : 0.0    F, Sp Prerequisite(s):Instructor Approval Provides opportunities for performing in small groups of select musicians. Studies music of various styles and periods. Some public performances will be required. May be repeated for a maximum of 8 credits toward graduation.

MUSC 3800      (Active/WorkFlow) Junior Recital 2.0 : 0.0 : 6.0     Provides credit for the student desiring to prepare and perform a recital during the junior year.

MUSC 4120      (Active/WorkFlow) Twentieth-Century Theory 3.0 : 3.0 : 0.0     Prerequisite(s):MUSC 3120 Surveys compositional techniques used by post-tonal composers of the twentieth century. Builds on the knowledge and skills learned in the tonal music theory classes.

MUSC 4130      (Active/WorkFlow) Scoring and Arranging 2.0 : 2.0 : 0.0    Sp Prerequisite(s):MUSC 2120 Studies techniques of scoring and arranging music for orchestra, band, choir, and small ensembles.

MUSC 4150      (Active) Advanced Choral Conducting 2.0 : 2.0 : 0.0    F Prerequisite(s):MUSC 2350, MUSC 2120, MUSC 2010, MUSC 2020 Develops advanced baton techniques, score preparation and basic rehearsal procedures for choral organizations.

MUSC 4220      (Active/WorkFlow) Choral Literature and Methods 2.0 : 2.0 : 1.0     Prerequisite(s):MUSC 2350, MUSC 3010, MUSC 3020 Studies the literature, methodology, and adminstration of a school choral program. Includes field work in the public schools.

MUSC 4340      (Active) Marching Band Techniques 1.0 : 1.0 : 1.0     Teaches organization and training of marching bands in public schools. Emphasizes precision marching and traditional formation techniques. Covers elements of instrumentation, charting, drill techniques and parade marching.

MUSC 4360      (Active/WorkFlow) Wind Band Literature and Methods 2.0 : 2.0 : 1.0     Prerequisite(s):MUSC 2350, MUSC 3010, MUSC 3020 Studies literature, methodology, and adminstration of school band program. Includes field work in the public schools.

MUSC 4370      (Active/WorkFlow) Orchestra Literature and Methods 2.0 : 2.0 : 1.0     Prerequisite(s):MUSC 2350, MUSC 3010, MUSC 3020 or instructor's permission Studies literature, methodology, and administration of a school orchestra program. Includes field work in the public schools.

MUSC 450R      (Active/WorkFlow) Private Lessons for Music Majors 1.0 : 1.0 : 0.0     Prerequisite(s):Four semesters of 250R. Passing fourth semester juried examination. Offers private instruction and performance class for instrument or voice. Designed to meet the individual needs of the student in developing skills and techniques. Requires twelve hours of practice each week. For music majors only. May be repeated for a maximum of 4 credits toward graduation.

MUSC 4600      (Active) Jazz Improvisation 1.0 : 1.0 : 1.0    F Prerequisite(s):MUSC 1120 Develops jazz improvisational skills for instrumental and vocal jazz performance. Emphasizes chords related to 12-bar blues and simple song using II-V7-I chord progressions. Develops skills through a program of systematic exposition and utilization of fundamental musical structures.

MUSC 4800      (Active/WorkFlow) Senior Recital 2.0 : 0.0 : 6.0     Designed to provide credit for the student desiring to perform a recital prior to graduation.

MUSC 481R      (Active) Internship in Music II 1.0 to 8.0 : 0.0 : 5.0 to 40.0     Prerequisite(s):Departmental Approval Provides an opportunity for upper-division students to receive college credit and work in a music-related field. Offers students the opportunity to focus on a specific career path and prepare themselves to enter the profession. Applies academic concepts to actual work experiences. Requires approval of faculty sponsor and completion and acceptance of application. Also requires completion of an orientation, completion of Master Agreement between UVU and employer, completion of goals and tasks as required by academic department, and completion of final evaluation. May be repeated for a total of 8 credits towards graduation.

MUSC 490R      (Active/WorkFlow) Advanced Independent Study 1.0 to 3.0 : 0.0 to 0.0 : 3.0 to 9.0     Prerequisite(s):MUSC 2120 and Instructor approval Individual projects to be negotiated by student and instructor on a case-by-case basis. May be repeated for a maximum of 12 credits toward graduation.

MUSC 492R      (Active/WorkFlow) Advanced Topics in Music 1.0 : 1.0 : 0.0     Prerequisite(s):MUSC 2120 and departmental approval. Certain topics may require other prerequisites. Examines advanced topics in music. Examples could include historical, theoretical, or pedagogical topics such as Schenkerian analysis or 16th century counterpoint. May be repeated for a maximum of 9 credits toward graduation.