This course is designed for students to gain listening, performing, pedagogical, clinical, and proper concert etiquette skills through assignments, attendance and informal performances within this class. Students perform a minimum of once a semester from literature exclusively selected by the applied teachers. Students will document 5 (five) appropriate performances as members of the audience each semester.
Undergraduate Courses
Course Delivery DEFINITIONS:
- Online Courses: In online teaching, 100% of instruction takes place online via Canvas and with supplemental platforms like Zoom. There are two types of online courses: asynchronous and synchronous.
- Asynchronous online: Course is fully online, with lessons, assignments, and activities posted in Canvas with due dates. Students complete coursework, engage in discussions, etc., based upon their own schedules, but are required to meet posted deadlines.
- Synchronous online: Online course that includes real-time class meetings using technology (e.g. Zoom). The number of required meetings varies based upon the particular class, but meetings take place during the scheduled class times. Faculty will inform students of the schedule for real-time meetings in their courses.
- Hybrid Courses: Hybrid courses combine both in-person, on-campus meetings with online instruction. All face-to-face activities take place during the regularly-scheduled meeting times in the rooms assigned on the course listing. The number of in-person meetings varies by course. Faculty will notify students of the exact meeting schedule for their courses.
If your class is not listed as online or hybrid, it will meet fully face-to-face following the noted class schedule.
This course is designed for students to gain listening, performing, pedagogical, clinical, and proper concert etiquette skills through assignments, attendance and informal performances within this class. Students perform a minimum of once a semester from literature exclusively selected by the applied teachers. Students will document 5 (five) appropriate performances as members of the audience each semester.
This course is designed for students to gain listening, performing, pedagogical, clinical, and proper concert etiquette skills through assignments, attendance and informal performances within this class. Students perform a minimum of once a semester from literature exclusively selected by the applied teachers. Students will document 5 (five) appropriate performances as members of the audience each semester.
This course is designed for students to gain listening, performing, pedagogical, clinical, and proper concert etiquette skills through assignments, attendance and informal performances within this class. Students perform a minimum of once a semester from literature exclusively selected by the applied teachers. Students will document 5 (five) appropriate performances as members of the audience each semester.
junior and seniors only.
This course is designed for students to gain listening, performing, pedagogical, clinical, and proper concert etiquette skills through assignments, attendance and informal performances within this class. Students perform a minimum of once a semester from literature exclusively selected by the applied teachers. Students will document 5 (five) appropriate performances as members of the audience each semester.
This course is designed for students to gain listening, performing, pedagogical, clinical, and proper concert etiquette skills through assignments, attendance and informal performances within this class. Students perform a minimum of once a semester from literature exclusively selected by the applied teachers. Students will document 5 (five) appropriate performances as members of the audience each semester.
This course is designed for students to gain listening, performing, pedagogical, clinical, and proper concert etiquette skills through assignments, attendance and informal performances within this class. Students perform a minimum of once a semester from literature exclusively selected by the applied teachers. Students will document 5 (five) appropriate performances as members of the audience each semester.
This course is designed for students to gain listening, performing, pedagogical, clinical, and proper concert etiquette skills through assignments, attendance and informal performances within this class. Students perform a minimum of once a semester from literature exclusively selected by the applied teachers. Students will document 5 (five) appropriate performances as members of the audience each semester.
This course is designed for students to gain listening, performing, pedagogical, clinical, and proper concert etiquette skills through assignments, attendance and informal performances within this class. Students perform a minimum of once a semester from literature exclusively selected by the applied teachers. Students will document 5 (five) appropriate performances as members of the audience each semester.
This course is designed for students to gain listening, performing, pedagogical, clinical, and proper concert etiquette skills through assignments, attendance and informal performances within this class. Students perform a minimum of once a semester from literature exclusively selected by the applied teachers. Students will document 5 (five) appropriate performances as members of the audience each semester.
This course is designed for students to gain listening, performing, pedagogical, clinical, and proper concert etiquette skills through assignments, attendance and informal performances within this class. Students perform a minimum of once a semester from literature exclusively selected by the applied teachers. Students will document 5 (five) appropriate performances as members of the audience each semester.
This course is designed for students to gain listening, performing, pedagogical, clinical, and proper concert etiquette skills through assignments, attendance and informal performances within this class. Students perform a minimum of once a semester from literature exclusively selected by the applied teachers. Students will document 5 (five) appropriate performances as members of the audience each semester.
An introduction to the elements of music and how these elements are used to create music. Students will gain knowledge through exercises and the study, analysis, creation and performance of music examples. Prerequisite: successfully completed MUS 110 or passed basic musicianship assessment.
An introduction to the elements of music and how these elements are used to create music. Students will gain knowledge through exercises and the study, analysis, creation and performance of music examples. Prerequisite: successfully completed MUS 110 or passed basic musicianship assessment.
An in-depth study of diatonic harmony and voice leading, two-part counterpoint and part writing in the four part chorale style of the Common Practice era. Students will gain knowledge and develop skills in harmony and voice leading through the study, analysis, creation and performance of music examples. Prerequisite: MUS 101.
Intensive training in sight singing and melodic, harmonic, and rhythmic dictation, coordinated with the concepts of Music Theory. Prerequisite: Currently enrolled in or having successfully completed MUS 101.
Intensive training in sight singing and melodic, harmonic, and rhythmic dictation, coordinated with the concepts of Music Theory. Prerequisite: Currently enrolled in or having successfully completed MUS 101.
Intensive training in sight singing and melodic, harmonic, and rhythmic dictation, coordinated with the concepts of Music Theory. Prerequisite: Currently enrolled in or having successfully completed MUS 101.
Intensive training in sight singing and melodic, harmonic, and rhythmic dictation, coordinated with the concepts of Music Theory. Prerequisite: Currently enrolled in or having successfully completed MUS 101.
The course is designed for students to achieve the necessary skills and knowledge to enter MUS 101 and MUS 103. The course will emphasize fundamentals of music including written and aural skills. Music majors and minors only. (L05)
ZERO CREDIT - $25 Fee
A study of the fundamental principles of singing: posture, breathing, phonation, registration, resonance and articulation through exercises and art songs. Required of all non-Vocal Music Education K-12 majors. Prerequisite to MUS 435 for piano and guitar concentrations. Open to all students. Fall. (L05)
OPEN ENROLLMENT
Classroom piano instruction. Sight reading, harmonization, scales, chord progressions in all keys, and improvisation are incorporated. Prerequisite: MUS 181 before MUS 182 or permission of instructor. (for advanced keyboard harmony students MUS 281-282 may substitute for MUS 181-182).
Classroom piano instruction. Sight reading, harmonization, scales, chord progressions in all keys, and improvisation are incorporated. Prerequisite: MUS 181 before MUS 182 or permission of instructor. (for advanced keyboard harmony students MUS 281-282 may substitute for MUS 181-182).
Classroom piano instruction. Sight reading, harmonization, scales, chord progressions in all keys, and improvisation are incorporated. Prerequisite: MUS 181 before MUS 182 or permission of instructor. (for advanced keyboard harmony students MUS 281-282 may substitute for MUS 181-182).
Classroom piano instruction. Sight reading, harmonization, scales, chord progressions in all keys, and improvisation are incorporated. Prerequisite: MUS 181 before MUS 182 or permission of instructor. (for advanced keyboard harmony students MUS 281-282 may substitute for MUS 181-182).
advanced pianists only
Classroom piano instruction. Sight reading, harmonization, scales, chord progressions in all keys, and improvisation are incorporated. Prerequisite: MUS 181 before MUS 182 or permission of instructor. (for advanced keyboard harmony students MUS 281-282 may substitute for MUS 181-182).
This class is designed for students to develop formal performance, listening and concert etiquette skills. The student's applied teacher exclusively selects the literature for each performance. Students perform a maximum of once a semester according to the performance schedule created during the previous semester.
The study of tonal (chromatic) and post-tonal harmony. Students will gain knowledge of and develop skills in harmony and voice leading through the study, analysis, creation and performance of musical examples. Prerequisite: successful completion of MUS 102.
The study of tonal (chromatic) and post-tonal harmony. Students will gain knowledge of and develop skills in harmony and voice leading through the study, analysis, creation and performance of musical examples. Prerequisite: successful completion of MUS 102.
The study of tonal (chromatic) and post-tonal harmony. Students will gain knowledge of and develop skills in harmony and voice leading through the study, analysis, creation and performance of musical examples. Prerequisite: successful completion of MUS 102.
In this culminating experience from MUS 101, 102, and 201, students will learn how all the elements of music shape its structures in Western (tonal and post-tonal) and non-Western music. Opportunities for creative and critical thinking will be provided through discussion and compositional techniques used in selected Western and non-Western musical examples. Students will also learn ways to clearly and effectively articulate their ideas and observations about music through written expression. Fulfills writing-intensive requirement. Prerequisite: MUS 201.
Intermediate to advanced sight singing and melodic, harmonic and rhythmic dictation. Prerequisite: MUS 104.
Intermediate to advanced sight singing and melodic, harmonic and rhythmic dictation. Prerequisite: MUS 104.
Intermediate to advanced sight singing and melodic, harmonic and rhythmic dictation. Prerequisite: MUS 104.
Intermediate to advanced sight singing and melodic, harmonic and rhythmic dictation. Prerequisite: MUS 104.
Teaching techniques for trumpet and horn. Fall
Cross listed w/MED 611x1
Teaching techniques for clarinet instruction. Clarinet students will spend a semester on oboe or bassoon. Fall
cross listed with MED 613-X2
Teaching techniques for percussion instruction in elementary and middle schools, to be integrated with an advanced pedagogical approach to these levels. Fall
CROSS LISTED WITH MED 615-X1
Teaching techniques for violin and viola instruction. Fall
cross listed w MED 617-01
An introductory course to the art of choral conducting in which all phases of conducting techniques are explored. Topics include conducting gesture, baton technique, score analysis, style and interpretation as related to selected choral literature representing all style eras from Renaissance through Contemporary. Fall
Each student will learn applicable performance and pedagogical skills on flute, clarinet, saxophone, trumpet, trombone and percussion instruments in homogenous settings. Students will maintain a comprehensive portfolio and pass an individual basic skills test on each instrument. This course is required for Music Education K-12 Keyboard, Voice, and Guitar students. Fall or Spring
CROSS LISTED WITH MED 647-X1
Teaching techniques for the violin, viola, cello and double bass. This course is required for Music Education K-12 Keyboard, Voice, and Guitar students. Fall
Cross listed w 628-01
A mixed chamber ensemble performing music of all classical styles of 20th and 21st century music with an emphasis on music composed since 1950.
A mixed chamber ensemble performing music of all classical styles of 20th and 21st century music with an emphasis on music composed since 1950.
Zero Credit - $25 fee
A study of the fundamentals, composers, genres and historical periods of music. Emphasis on listening skills with identification of forms and specific pieces for the purpose of appreciation and enjoyment. Open to all students. Fulfills diversity requirement (L05).
A history of jazz, America's only original art form. A survey of the art from its West African origins to the present. Open to all students. Fulfills diversity requirement. Fall.
A brief history of western music from antiquity to Beethoven. The innovations of musical styles are highlighted. Open to all students. Fall.
Project-based course utilizing computer applications including word processing, spreadsheet, database, web and media presentations. Emphasis on music software and hardware encountered in the interaction of music technology with the creative process. Includes MIDI sequencing, notation, CAI, and digital recording. Course activities focus on computer use in a Digital Audio Workstation/Recording Studio environment. (C7)
non-music industry majors only. $65.00 FEE
Project-based course utilizing computer applications including word processing, spreadsheet, database, web and media presentations. Emphasis on music software and hardware encountered in the interaction of music technology with the creative process. Includes MIDI sequencing, notation, CAI, and digital recording. Course activities focus on computer use in a Digital Audio Workstation/Recording Studio environment. (C7)
MUSIC INDUSTRY MAJORS ONLY $65 fee
Project-based course utilizing computer applications including word processing, spreadsheet, database, web and media presentations. Emphasis on music software and hardware encountered in the interaction of music technology with the creative process. Includes MIDI sequencing, notation, CAI, and digital recording. Course activities focus on computer use in a Digital Audio Workstation/Recording Studio environment. (C7)
MUSIC INDUSTRY MAJORS ONLY $65 fee
Students are placed in various combinations of chamber music ensembles involving stringed instruments (trios, quartets, quintets, or sextets), wind and piano combinations with strings permitted. There will be an emphasis on chamber music skills related to rehearsing, cues, ensemble, blend, balance, and intonation. Repertoire may include Baroque, Classical, Romantic, or Contemporary literature. Students will have the opportunity to participate in group coachings and performances. Audition or permission of instructor required. (L05)
0.000 or 1.000 Credit hours.
Audition Required
Students are placed in various combinations of chamber music ensembles involving stringed instruments (trios, quartets, quintets, or sextets), wind and piano combinations with strings permitted. There will be an emphasis on chamber music skills related to rehearsing, cues, ensemble, blend, balance, and intonation. Repertoire may include Baroque, Classical, Romantic, or Contemporary literature. Students will have the opportunity to participate in group coachings and performances. Audition or permission of instructor required. (L05)
0.000 or 1.000 Credit hours.
AUDITION REQUIRED: ZERO CREDIT $25 FEE
Students are placed in various combinations of chamber music ensembles involving stringed instruments (trios, quartets, quintets, or sextets), wind and piano combinations with strings permitted. There will be an emphasis on chamber music skills related to rehearsing, cues, ensemble, blend, balance, and intonation. Repertoire may include Baroque, Classical, Romantic, or Contemporary literature. Students will have the opportunity to participate in group coachings and performances. Audition or permission of instructor required. (L05)
0.000 or 1.000 Credit hours.
Audition Required
Students are placed in various combinations of chamber music ensembles involving stringed instruments (trios, quartets, quintets, or sextets), wind and piano combinations with strings permitted. There will be an emphasis on chamber music skills related to rehearsing, cues, ensemble, blend, balance, and intonation. Repertoire may include Baroque, Classical, Romantic, or Contemporary literature. Students will have the opportunity to participate in group coachings and performances. Audition or permission of instructor required. (L05)
0.000 or 1.000 Credit hours.
$25 FEE FOR ZERO CREDIT AUDITION REQUIRED
The Chamber Orchestra studies and performs advanced chamber orchestra literature and presents at least one concert a semester. This ensemble actively pursues tours, faculty collaboration and participation in festivals and workshops regionally and nationally. Primarily a string ensemble, winds and percussion needs are determined by the repertoire for that semester. Membership is by audition only. (L05)
BY AUDITION ONLY
The Chamber Orchestra studies and performs advanced chamber orchestra literature and presents at least one concert a semester. This ensemble actively pursues tours, faculty collaboration and participation in festivals and workshops regionally and nationally. Primarily a string ensemble, winds and percussion needs are determined by the repertoire for that semester. Membership is by audition only. (L05)
$25 Fee for Zero Credit - BY AUDITION ONLY
$25 FEE FOR ZERO CREDIT
A chamber ensemble that will explore and perform works written for flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, and french horn.
A chamber ensemble that will explore and perform works written for flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, and french horn.
$25 Fee Zero Credit
An ensemble dedicated to performing quality literature for male voices. Open to all students. No audition required for membership. (L05)
An ensemble dedicated to performing quality literature for male voices. Open to all students. No audition required for membership. (L05)
$25 Fee Zero Credit
An ensemble dedicated to performing quality literature for women's voices. Open to all students. No audition required for membership. (L05)
CROSS LISTED WITH MUS 677-X1
An ensemble dedicated to performing quality literature for women's voices. Open to all students. No audition required for membership. (L05)
$25 FEE ZERO CREDIT;cross listed with MUS 677-X2
Madrigal Ensemble is a small choral ensemble whose repertoire comes from the 16th century madrigal genre as well as 19th and 20th century adaptations of the style. Repertoire requires refined technical and sight reading skills, and vocal independence. By permission of instructor for appropriate size and balance. (L05)
CROSS LISTED WITH MUS 678-X1
Madrigal Ensemble is a small choral ensemble whose repertoire comes from the 16th century madrigal genre as well as 19th and 20th century adaptations of the style. Repertoire requires refined technical and sight reading skills, and vocal independence. By permission of instructor for appropriate size and balance. (L05)
$25.00 fee for zero credit
Clarinet performance ensemble (L05)
CROSS LISTED WITH MUS 679-X1
Clarinet performance ensemble (L05)
$25 FEE FOR ZERO CREDIT MUSIC MAJORS ONLY
The Studio Musicians Recording Ensemble provides students the opportunity to develop performance and improvisation skills, as well as explore original compositions and arrangements. Small combos of varying instrumentation in actual session rehearsals and recordings.
ADVANCED MUSIC INDUSTRY ONLY. AUDITION ONLY. $65 fee
The Studio Musicians Recording Ensemble provides students the opportunity to develop performance and improvisation skills, as well as explore original compositions and arrangements. Small combos of varying instrumentation in actual session rehearsals and recordings.
$25 FEE FOR ZERO CREDIT; AUDITION ONLY additional $65 Music Industry fee
The Studio Musicians Recording Ensemble provides students the opportunity to develop performance and improvisation skills, as well as explore original compositions and arrangements. Small combos of varying instrumentation in actual session rehearsals and recordings.
AUDITION ONLY $65 fee
The Studio Musicians Recording Ensemble provides students the opportunity to develop performance and improvisation skills, as well as explore original compositions and arrangements. Small combos of varying instrumentation in actual session rehearsals and recordings.
$25 FEE ZERO FOR CREDIT AUDITION ONLY additional $65 Music Industry fee
The Studio Musicians Recording Ensemble provides students the opportunity to develop performance and improvisation skills, as well as explore original compositions and arrangements. Small combos of varying instrumentation in actual session rehearsals and recordings.
AUDITION ONLY $65 fee
The Studio Musicians Recording Ensemble provides students the opportunity to develop performance and improvisation skills, as well as explore original compositions and arrangements. Small combos of varying instrumentation in actual session rehearsals and recordings.
$25 FEE ZERO FOR CREDIT AUDITION ONLY additional $65 Music Industry fee
The Studio Musicians Recording Ensemble provides students the opportunity to develop performance and improvisation skills, as well as explore original compositions and arrangements. Small combos of varying instrumentation in actual session rehearsals and recordings.
AUDITION ONLY $65 fee
The Studio Musicians Recording Ensemble provides students the opportunity to develop performance and improvisation skills, as well as explore original compositions and arrangements. Small combos of varying instrumentation in actual session rehearsals and recordings.
$25 FEE FOR ZERO CREDIT AUDITION ONLY additional $65 Music Industry fee
The Studio Musicians Recording Ensemble provides students the opportunity to develop performance and improvisation skills, as well as explore original compositions and arrangements. Small combos of varying instrumentation in actual session rehearsals and recordings.
AUDITION ONLY $65 fee
The Studio Musicians Recording Ensemble provides students the opportunity to develop performance and improvisation skills, as well as explore original compositions and arrangements. Small combos of varying instrumentation in actual session rehearsals and recordings.
$25 FEE ZERO FOR CREDIT AUDTION ONLY additional $65 Music Industry fee
Skills include scales, progressions, inversions, cadences, sight-reading and harmonization in all major and minor keys; diatonic harmonies and all parallel concepts learned in music theory. Basic improvisation, harmonization of classroom and fakebook literature and appropriate repertoire are included. Prerequisite: Previous semester or permission of instructor. (for advanced keyboard harmony students MUS 281-282 may substitute for MUS 181-182).
ME/BA ADVANCED PIANISTS ONLY!
Skills include scales, progressions, inversions, cadences, sight-reading and harmonization in all major and minor keys; diatonic harmonies and all parallel concepts learned in music theory. Basic improvisation, harmonization of classroom and fakebook literature and appropriate repertoire are included. Prerequisite: Previous semester or permission of instructor. (for advanced keyboard harmony students MUS 281-282 may substitute for MUS 181-182).
ME/BA ADVANCED PIANISTS ONLY!
Skills include scales, progressions, inversions, cadences, sight-reading and harmonization in all major and minor keys; diatonic harmonies and all parallel concepts learned in music theory. Basic improvisation, harmonization of classroom and fakebook literature and appropriate repertoire are included. Prerequisite: Previous semester or permission of instructor. (for advanced keyboard harmony students MUS 281-282 may substitute for MUS 181-182).
MUSIC INDUSTRY ONLY!
Skills include scales, progressions, inversions, cadences, sight-reading and harmonization in all major and minor keys; diatonic harmonies and all parallel concepts learned in music theory. Basic improvisation, harmonization of classroom and fakebook literature and appropriate repertoire are included. Prerequisite: Previous semester or permission of instructor. (for advanced keyboard harmony students MUS 281-282 may substitute for MUS 181-182).
MUSIC INDUSTRY ONLY!
Skills include scales, progressions, inversions, cadences, sight-reading and harmonization in all major and minor keys; diatonic harmonies and all parallel concepts learned in music theory. Basic improvisation, harmonization of classroom and fakebook literature and appropriate repertoire are included. Prerequisite: Previous semester or permission of instructor. (for advanced keyboard harmony students MUS 281-282 may substitute for MUS 181-182).
Music Industry Majors Only
Students are placed in various combinations of flute ensembles. Emphasis is placed on sight reading, as well as on rehearsing appropriate repertoire for performances. Audition or permission of instructor required (L05)
CROSS LISTED WITH MUS 683-01
Students are placed in various combinations of flute ensembles. Emphasis is placed on sight reading, as well as on rehearsing appropriate repertoire for performances. Audition or permission of instructor required (L05)
$25.00 FEE FOR ZERO CREDIT
The Chamber Winds are select groups of graduate and undergraduate woodwind, brass, string, and percussion students who perform chamber music written for a specific instrumentation, most associated with the Viennese Octet (2222/0000). The ensembles present regular formal concerts, perform at convocations and local schools, and provide service music appropriate to the campus. Membership is by audition only. (L05)
CROSS LISTED WITH MUS 684-01
The Chamber Winds are select groups of graduate and undergraduate woodwind, brass, string, and percussion students who perform chamber music written for a specific instrumentation, most associated with the Viennese Octet (2222/0000). The ensembles present regular formal concerts, perform at convocations and local schools, and provide service music appropriate to the campus. Membership is by audition only. (L05)
$25 FEE FOR ZERO CREDIT
Students will have the opportunity to rehearse and perform in various small brass ensembles from trios through octets. Repertoire will include traditional and contemporary literature. Audition or permission of instructor required (L05)
CROSS LISTED WITH MUS 685-01
Students will have the opportunity to rehearse and perform in various small brass ensembles from trios through octets. Repertoire will include traditional and contemporary literature. Audition or permission of instructor required (L05)
$25.00 FEE FOR ZERO CREDIT
This ensemble incorporates aspects of modern music performance and recording. The course includes sight reading, improvisation, comping and working with a rhythm section utilizing various recording techniques as applied to different styles of music. Creative assignments of various styles, composed and arranged by each student and performed in the studio by the ensemble, are used in conjunction with other repertoire. Audition or permission of instructor required.
CROSS LSITED WITH MUS 687-X1
This ensemble incorporates aspects of modern music performance and recording. The course includes sight reading, improvisation, comping and working with a rhythm section utilizing various recording techniques as applied to different styles of music. Creative assignments of various styles, composed and arranged by each student and performed in the studio by the ensemble, are used in conjunction with other repertoire. Audition or permission of instructor required.
ZERO CREDIT $25 FEE
This ensemble incorporates aspects of modern music performance and recording. The course includes sight reading, improvisation, comping and working with a rhythm section utilizing various recording techniques as applied to different styles of music. Creative assignments of various styles, composed and arranged by each student and performed in the studio by the ensemble, are used in conjunction with other repertoire. Audition or permission of instructor required.
CROSS LISTED WITH MUS 687
This ensemble incorporates aspects of modern music performance and recording. The course includes sight reading, improvisation, comping and working with a rhythm section utilizing various recording techniques as applied to different styles of music. Creative assignments of various styles, composed and arranged by each student and performed in the studio by the ensemble, are used in conjunction with other repertoire. Audition or permission of instructor required.
$25 FEE FOR ZERO CREDIT
This ensemble is a full orchestra consisting of strings, winds, and percussion which presents at least two concerts per academic year. The repertoire studied and performed is comparable to the that of a professional orchestra. The Saint Rose Symphony Orchestra Concerto Competition and Saint Rose Symphony Orchestra Composition Contest are facilitated throughout this ensemble to features the most outstanding student performers and student composers at the college. Audition not required for music majors with a stringed instrument as their primarily applied instrument. Audition required for non-music majors string players. Winds auditions are linked to the Wind Ensemble auditions.
CROSS LSITED WITH MUS 689-01
This ensemble is a full orchestra consisting of strings, winds, and percussion which presents at least two concerts per academic year. The repertoire studied and performed is comparable to the that of a professional orchestra. The Saint Rose Symphony Orchestra Concerto Competition and Saint Rose Symphony Orchestra Composition Contest are facilitated throughout this ensemble to features the most outstanding student performers and student composers at the college. Audition not required for music majors with a stringed instrument as their primarily applied instrument. Audition required for non-music majors string players. Winds auditions are linked to the Wind Ensemble auditions.
$25 FEE FOR ZERO CREDIT
The College Campus Band is an ensemble designed for Music majors, non-Music majors, secondary instrumentalists, and graduate-level conductors. The group rehearses in the evening one day a week and performs one or two concerts each semester. The ensemble's repertoire consists of transcriptions, original wind band literature, marches, and lighter musical theater works. Open to the College community/no audition required. Music majors are placed in this ensemble based on the results of their audition for MUS 292-Wind Ensemble. (L05)
NO AUDITION OPEN TO NON-MAJORS CROSS LISTED WITH MUS 690-01
The College Campus Band is an ensemble designed for Music majors, non-Music majors, secondary instrumentalists, and graduate-level conductors. The group rehearses in the evening one day a week and performs one or two concerts each semester. The ensemble's repertoire consists of transcriptions, original wind band literature, marches, and lighter musical theater works. Open to the College community/no audition required. Music majors are placed in this ensemble based on the results of their audition for MUS 292-Wind Ensemble. (L05)
OPEN TO NON MAJORS $25.00 ZERO CREDIT NON AUDITION
The Saint Rose Chorale is a multi-genre ensemble that explores vocal traditions of the Americas. As we study popular and folk repertoire, we explore new performance techniques, appreciate distinct approaches to harmony and learn music by ear or with notation as needed. As part of the group, you'll become a more flexible vocalist and build your harmonizing, sight singing and arrangement skills! The Chorale performs for a variety of college and community events during the year. Audition not required for music majors. Permission of instructor required for non-music majors.
CROSS LSITED WITH MUS 691-01
The Saint Rose Chorale is a multi-genre ensemble that explores vocal traditions of the Americas. As we study popular and folk repertoire, we explore new performance techniques, appreciate distinct approaches to harmony and learn music by ear or with notation as needed. As part of the group, you'll become a more flexible vocalist and build your harmonizing, sight singing and arrangement skills! The Chorale performs for a variety of college and community events during the year. Audition not required for music majors. Permission of instructor required for non-music majors.
$25 FEE FOR ZERO CREDIT
The Wind Ensemble features 45-55 of the finest wind and percussion performers at the College. Composed primarily of graduate and undergraduate Music majors, the group performs concerts on campus, as well as at invitational performances locally, and at the state and national level. They perform the highest quality of repertoire available for winds and percussion. Membership is by audition and open to all students. All wind and percussion majors MUST audition each semester for proper placement. Students who do not audition will not receive major ensemble credit toward graduation regardless of enrollment.
AUDTION ONLY CROSS LISTED WITH MUS 692-01
The Wind Ensemble features 45-55 of the finest wind and percussion performers at the College. Composed primarily of graduate and undergraduate Music majors, the group performs concerts on campus, as well as at invitational performances locally, and at the state and national level. They perform the highest quality of repertoire available for winds and percussion. Membership is by audition and open to all students. All wind and percussion majors MUST audition each semester for proper placement. Students who do not audition will not receive major ensemble credit toward graduation regardless of enrollment.
$25 FEE FOR ZERO CREDIT BY AUDITION ONLY
Auditioned mixed-voice ensemble that specializes in choral literature demanding technical skill and vocal independence from the performers. Fulfills diversity requirement. (L05)
CROSS LISTED WITH MUS 693-X1
Auditioned mixed-voice ensemble that specializes in choral literature demanding technical skill and vocal independence from the performers. Fulfills diversity requirement. (L05)
$25 FEE FOR ZERO CREDIT CROSS LISTED WITH MUS 693-X2
A brass ensemble that surveys and performs representative brass choir literature on and off campus. Audition or permission of instructor required. (L05)
CROSS LISTED WITH MUS 694-X1
A brass ensemble that surveys and performs representative brass choir literature on and off campus. Audition or permission of instructor required. (L05)
$25 FEE FOR ZERO CREDIT
Performance of staged operatic scenes and brief works. Experience in movement, acting and staging. Music majors only. No audition required. (L05)
Cross listed w/MUS 697 Music Majors Only
Performance of staged operatic scenes and brief works. Experience in movement, acting and staging. Music majors only. No audition required. (L05)
cross listed w/ MUS 697; $25 fee for zero credit majors only
An 18-piece Big Band, this group performs frequently throughout the school year on and off campus. Band members are chosen by audition each Fall. Repertoire for the ensemble is varied and spans the history of Big Band jazz from the 1920s to the present day. Emphasis is placed on solo improvisation as well as on carefully rehearsed ensemble playing. (L05)
An 18-piece Big Band, this group performs frequently throughout the school year on and off campus. Band members are chosen by audition each Fall. Repertoire for the ensemble is varied and spans the history of Big Band jazz from the 1920s to the present day. Emphasis is placed on solo improvisation as well as on carefully rehearsed ensemble playing. (L05)
$25 Ensemble Fee - Music Majors Only
A small jazz group that performs the standard jazz repertoire from the 1940s through present-day. Membership is by audition and is open to jazz instrumentalists and vocalists.
A small jazz group that performs the standard jazz repertoire from the 1940s through present-day. Membership is by audition and is open to jazz instrumentalists and vocalists.
ZERO CREDIT $25 FEE
A study of the evolution of musical style, the individuals and societal issues influencing that evolution and representative music literature from ancient Greece to the conclusion of the Baroque era. To facilitate understanding of issues related to style, students will analyze, perform and create music examples. Prerequisite: MUS 102. Fall
A study of the evolution of musical style, the individuals and societal issues influencing that evolution and representative music literature from ancient Greece to the conclusion of the Baroque era. To facilitate understanding of issues related to style, students will analyze, perform and create music examples. Prerequisite: MUS 102. Fall
Developing an instrumental music program for primary and secondary levels. Topics include: sociological factors of music education; history and philosophy of music education; curriculum development; assessment and evaluation of instruction; research as a basis for instructional decisions; and motivation. A 35-hour supervised field experience for Instrumental Music Education K-12 majors is fulfilled by the co-requisite course, MUS 339: Lab: Instrumental Methods.
cross listed with MED 631-02 co-requisite MUS 339
Developing an instrumental music program for primary and secondary levels. Topics include: sociological factors of music education; history and philosophy of music education; curriculum development; assessment and evaluation of instruction; research as a basis for instructional decisions; and motivation. A 35-hour supervised field experience for Instrumental Music Education K-12 majors is fulfilled by the co-requisite course, MUS 339: Lab: Instrumental Methods.
CROSS LISTED WITH MED 631-X1 CO-REQUISITE MUS 339
A blended approach to arranging and orchestration that moves between MIDI sequencing and staff notation. Students will complete a series of creative exercises (of increasing complexity) for rhythm section and strings. They will build MIDI realizations of score excerpts to master basic expressive parameters in Logic, study the functions of different instruments, and learn notational conventions in a variety of styles. They will also arrange original compositions in Logic and create a clear condensed score for a large ensemble. Prerequisites: MUS 207 or 208.
A blended approach to arranging and orchestration that moves between MIDI sequencing and staff notation. Students will complete a series of creative exercises (of increasing complexity) for rhythm section and strings. They will build MIDI realizations of score excerpts to master basic expressive parameters in Logic, study the functions of different instruments, and learn notational conventions in a variety of styles. They will also arrange original compositions in Logic and create a clear condensed score for a large ensemble. Prerequisites: MUS 207 or 208.
An integrated approach, K-6, using Kodaly, Orff and Movement as the basis for exploring a more creative approach to teaching children. Emphasis is on planning, the exploration of sequence in planning, and assessment, as well as the development of original creative materials. A 35-hour supervised field experience for Vocal/Instr Music Education K-12 majors relating to this course is completed the spring semester prior. Fall
CROSS LISTED WITH MED 635-X1 CO-REQUISITE MUS 337
An integrated approach, K-6, using Kodaly, Orff and Movement as the basis for exploring a more creative approach to teaching children. Emphasis is on planning, the exploration of sequence in planning, and assessment, as well as the development of original creative materials. A 35-hour supervised field experience for Vocal/Instr Music Education K-12 majors relating to this course is completed the spring semester prior. Fall
CROSS LISTED WITH MED 635-X2 CO-REQUISITE MUS 337
A 35-hour supervised field experience for Vocal/Instr Music Education K-12 majors that is required with MUS 335.
CROSS LISTED WITH MED 637-X1
A 35-hour supervised field experience for Vocal/Instr Music Education K-12 majors that is required with MUS 331.
CROSS LSITED WITH MED 639-X1
Students explore and utilize the tools and techniques for writing and arranging music for voices. Assignments consist of projects exploring various aspects of the arranger's art and skill. Different styles and genres, voice combinations and accompaniments will be included. Prerequisite: MUS 202. Fall
Studio course focusing on multi-track recording techniques and equipment operation. On-site experience in professional sound studio. In addition to the published class time, an additional 2-hour, weekly lab component is required. Fall.
Plus additional lab time MI Majors only. $65 Fee
Studio course focusing on multi-track recording techniques and equipment operation. On-site experience in professional sound studio. In addition to the published class time, an additional 2-hour, weekly lab component is required. Fall.
Music Industry majors ONLY Plus Additional Lab Time, $65 Fee
Students are taught to apply jazz harmonic principles to arranging music for jazz/pop groups. Prerequisite: MUS 334. Spring
This course explores process, structure and style with the goal of establishing a regular rhythm of independent and collaborative songwriting. Students will present at least six songs during the semester, participate in feedback sessions and reflect on how their work is in dialogue with contemporary musicians in their own genre(s). Prerequisites: MUS 102.
A survey of the recent history and evolution of the music business, this course acquaints students with career options in the music field. It examines the legal requirements and procedures encountered by the professional musician and music professional involved with creation, performance, protection, publication, recording and promotion of commercially viable music. Fall.
MUSIC INDUSTRY MAJORS ONLY!
A survey of the recent history and evolution of the music business, this course acquaints students with career options in the music field. It examines the legal requirements and procedures encountered by the professional musician and music professional involved with creation, performance, protection, publication, recording and promotion of commercially viable music. Fall.
MUSIC INDUSTRY MAJORS ONLY!
Introduction of Pro Tool which explores modern technology for recording live instruments, MIDI sequencing, sinphonia sequencing in AVID Pro Tools HDX environment. Prerequisite: MUS 350.
$65 fee
Talent development for recording and stage. Emphasis on communication skills and creative problem solving in effective presentation of individual and group acts. Study of concepts and skills relating to entrepreneurship and analysis of entertainment trends in contemporary culture.
An entrepreneurial course in creating and running a 360 degree music company and study of copyright law as it relates to the music industry. Includes contracts, fiduciary relationships, publishing, licensing and legal issues involved in music exploitation.
Structures of improvisation from the most basic principles to a level commensurate with the student's skill on his/her instrument. Fall
Structures of improvisation from the most basic principles to a level commensurate with the student's skill on his/her instrument. Fall
Selected topics and areas of the music and music education fields are explored.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
Music Industry
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
MUSIC INDUSTRY
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
Music Industry
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
MUSIC INDUSTRY
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
Private instruction in the areas of music composition, arranging, and songwriting based on students' original work.
SOPHMORES MAKE TAKE CROSS LISTED WITH MED 534
With faculty approval, students choose a final recital format. This project will include at least one of the following: (1) a one-half hour shared recital, (2) a full-hour solo recital. Students must be enrolled in applied music during the semester in which they present their senior performance.
With faculty approval, students choose a final recital format. This project will include at least one of the following: (1) a one-half hour shared recital, (2) a full-hour solo recital. Students must be enrolled in applied music during the semester in which they present their senior performance.
With faculty approval, students choose a final recital format. This project will include at least one of the following: (1) a one-half hour shared recital, (2) a full-hour solo recital. Students must be enrolled in applied music during the semester in which they present their senior performance.
With faculty approval, students choose a final recital format. This project will include at least one of the following: (1) a one-half hour shared recital, (2) a full-hour solo recital. Students must be enrolled in applied music during the semester in which they present their senior performance.
With faculty approval, students choose a final recital format. This project will include at least one of the following: (1) a one-half hour shared recital, (2) a full-hour solo recital. Students must be enrolled in applied music during the semester in which they present their senior performance.
With faculty approval, students choose a final recital format. This project will include at least one of the following: (1) a one-half hour shared recital, (2) a full-hour solo recital. Students must be enrolled in applied music during the semester in which they present their senior performance.
With faculty approval, students choose a final recital format. This project will include at least one of the following: (1) a one-half hour shared recital, (2) a full-hour solo recital. Students must be enrolled in applied music during the semester in which they present their senior performance.
With faculty approval, students choose a final recital format. This project will include at least one of the following: (1) a one-half hour shared recital, (2) a full-hour solo recital. Students must be enrolled in applied music during the semester in which they present their senior performance.
With faculty approval, students choose a final recital format. This project will include at least one of the following: (1) a one-half hour shared recital, (2) a full-hour solo recital. Students must be enrolled in applied music during the semester in which they present their senior performance.
With faculty approval, students choose a final recital format. This project will include at least one of the following: (1) a one-half hour shared recital, (2) a full-hour solo recital. Students must be enrolled in applied music during the semester in which they present their senior performance.
With faculty approval, students choose a final recital format. This project will include at least one of the following: (1) a one-half hour shared recital, (2) a full-hour solo recital. Students must be enrolled in applied music during the semester in which they present their senior performance.
An individualized semester of studio production in which the student undertakes an album-length project in consultation with the Music Industry Program coordinator. This project gives the student the opportunity to incorporate writing, arranging, performing, producing, engineering and mixing skills acquired during the four-year course of study in a pre-occupational setting. Prerequisites for MUS 453: MUS 350, MUS 351, MUS 352, MUS 354 and MUS 452 with a B in each.
BY ARRANGEMENT $65 fee
An individualized semester of studio production in which the student undertakes an album-length project in consultation with the Music Industry Program coordinator. This project gives the student the opportunity to incorporate writing, arranging, performing, producing, engineering and mixing skills acquired during the four-year course of study in a pre-occupational setting. Prerequisites for MUS 453: MUS 350, MUS 351, MUS 352, MUS 354 and MUS 452 with a B in each.
BY ARRANGEMENT $65 fee
Field placement in an area of the music industry.
BY ARRANGEMENT
Selected topics in the music industry.
$65 fee
All students must successfully pass this piano proficiency prior to student teaching for music education or the senior project for music industry. It is administered during final exam week and may be taken during subsequent semesters until passed. Students will play scales, progressions, four-part open score, harmonization, solo repertoire, and an accompaniment for four performers. Prerequisites: MUS 281 and MUS 282.
HELD DURING ALTERNATE SCHEDULE
This is a required course for all Music Education K-12 students enrolled in student teaching and is designed to provide support during the student teaching semester. It is a pass/fail course, which allows opportunities for the student teacher to come together with colleagues, and instructors to discuss issues that relate to teaching as a profession, in general, as well as those that relate to individual classroom situations. Topics to be discussed will include classroom management and discipline issues, Inclusion, the use of Language Arts in the music class, assessment issues, unionization of professions, ethics and the law. Co-requisites: MUS 487, MUS 488
CROSS LISTED WITH MED 595-01
This culminating field experience is required of all Instrumental and Vocal Music Education students seeking K-12 certification in Music Education. This experience is a one-semester, full-time experience that includes placement at both elementary and secondary levels. All experiences will incorporate inclusion with special needs students. The student teacher will complete a 15-hour field experience preceding each placement, including observation in the classroom for detection of the objectives and skills used by the cooperating teacher, the use of the NYS Learning Standards for English Language Arts, the inclusion of the NYS and National Standards for the Arts, and school and community research. The student teacher will keep a journal for each placement. The College supervisor and the cooperating teachers provide assessment during all segments of the student teaching experience. Prerequisites: All core professional courses and piano proficiency satisfactorily completed at The College of Saint Rose.
CO-REQUISITE MUS 486
This culminating field experience is required of all Instrumental and Vocal Music Education students seeking K-12 certification in Music Education. This experience is a one-semester, full-time experience that includes placement at both elementary and secondary levels. All experiences will incorporate inclusion with special needs students. The student teacher will complete a 15-hour field experience preceding each placement, including observation in the classroom for detection of the objectives and skills used by the cooperating teacher, the use of the NYS Learning Standards for English Language Arts, the inclusion of the NYS and National Standards for the Arts, and school and community research. The student teacher will keep a journal for each placement. The College supervisor and the cooperating teachers provide assessment during all segments of the student teaching experience. Prerequisites: All core professional courses and piano proficiency satisfactorily completed at The College of Saint Rose.
This culminating field experience is required of all Instrumental and Vocal Music Education students seeking K-12 certification in Music Education. This experience is a one-semester, full-time experience that includes placement at both elementary and secondary levels. All experiences will incorporate inclusion with special needs students. The student teacher will complete a 15-hour field experience preceding each placement, including observation in the classroom for detection of the objectives and skills used by the cooperating teacher, the use of the NYS Learning Standards for English Language Arts, the inclusion of the NYS and National Standards for the Arts, and school and community research. The student teacher will keep a journal for each placement. The College supervisor and the cooperating teachers provide assessment during all segments of the student teaching experience. Prerequisites: All core professional courses and piano proficiency satisfactorily completed at The College of Saint Rose.
This culminating field experience is required of all Instrumental and Vocal Music Education students seeking K-12 certification in Music Education. This experience is a one-semester, full-time experience that includes placement at both elementary and secondary levels. All experiences will incorporate inclusion with special needs students. The student teacher will complete a 15-hour field experience preceding each placement, including observation in the classroom for detection of the objectives and skills used by the cooperating teacher, the use of the NYS Learning Standards for English Language Arts, the inclusion of the NYS and National Standards for the Arts, and school and community research. The student teacher will keep a journal for each placement. The College supervisor and the cooperating teachers provide assessment during all segments of the student teaching experience. Prerequisites: All core professional courses and piano proficiency satisfactorily completed at The College of Saint Rose.
CO-REQUISITE MUS 486
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