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.
Enrollment in this section is limited to the following: Junior- and Senior-level BS-Music Industry (Voice) students. Prerequisite: Four (4) semesters of MUS 100: Repertoire - Voice.
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.
Enrollment in this section is limited to the following: Junior- and Senior-level BS-Music Industry (Voice) students. Prerequisite: Four (4) semesters of MUS 100: Repertoire - Voice.
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.
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.
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: MUS 103.
Intensive training in sight singing and melodic, harmonic, and rhythmic dictation, coordinated with the concepts of Music Theory. Prerequisite: MUS 103.
Intensive training in sight singing and melodic, harmonic, and rhythmic dictation, coordinated with the concepts of Music Theory. Prerequisite: MUS 103.
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)
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. Spring. (L05)
Enrollment is open to non-Music majors.
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).
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).
This section is open to advanced pianists only.
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.
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.
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.
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 203.
Intermediate to advanced sight singing and melodic, harmonic and rhythmic dictation. Prerequisite:: MUS 203.
Intermediate to advanced sight singing and melodic, harmonic and rhythmic dictation. Prerequisite:: MUS 203.
Intermediate to advanced sight singing and melodic, harmonic and rhythmic dictation. Prerequisite:: MUS 203.
Teaching techniques for trombone, euphonium and tuba. Spring
Teaching techniques for trombone, euphonium and tuba. Spring
Teaching techniques for flute and saxophone instruction. Flute and saxophone students will spend a semester on oboe or bassoon. Spring
Teaching techniques for flute and saxophone instruction. Flute and saxophone students will spend a semester on oboe or bassoon. Spring
Teaching techniques for a more advanced approach to upper middle school and high school percussion pedagogy, correlated with instruction at all levels. Spring
Teaching techniques for a more advanced approach to upper middle school and high school percussion pedagogy, correlated with instruction at all levels. Spring
Teaching techniques for cello and double bass instruction. Spring
Enrollment in this course is limited to the following: BS-Music Education (Instrumental) students only.
Teaching techniques for cello and double bass instruction. Spring
This course introduces and implements basic techniques of conducting an instrumental ensemble. Duple and complex beat patterns, styles and contrasts are studied in both a lab ensemble as well as recorded and selected performances. Elementary gestures are developed as well as non-verbal skills.
This course introduces and implements basic techniques of conducting an instrumental ensemble. Duple and complex beat patterns, styles and contrasts are studied in both a lab ensemble as well as recorded and selected performances. Elementary gestures are developed as well as non-verbal skills.
A companion course to Choral Conducting in which students refine conducting techniques and rehearsal procedures, learn program planning and literature for elementary and secondary school choral groups. Prerequisite: MUS 224. Spring
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
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 study of the development of rock and roll from its rhythm and blues roots to the present. Open to all students. Fulfills diversity requirement. Spring.
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)
Enrollment in this section is limited to the following: BS - Music Industry Students $65.00 lab 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)
Enrollment in this section is limited to the following: BS-Music Industry students. $65.00 lab 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)
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.
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)
Audition required.
Musical Theater Workshop is a performance ensemble that focuses on staged Musical Theatre repertoire of the 20th and 21st centuries. Students will take part in both scene programs and full productions, as well as course units that provide background training. They will explore all aspects of the works studied, including musical and theatrical style, interacting with others on stage, preparing a role, and communicating flexibly and freely to an audience.
Course can be taken for one or zero credit..
A chamber ensemble that will explore and perform works written for flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, and french horn.
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 women's voices. Open to all students. No audition required for membership. (L05)
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)
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 required. $65.00 lab 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.
$65.00 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 required. $65.00 lab 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 Required. $65.00 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 required. $65.00 lab 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.
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 required. $65.00 lab fee. This course also meets Thursday 10:10-11:00 in Jack's Place.
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 required. $65.00 lab 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.
$65.00 lab fee. Course also meets Thursday 10:10-11:00 in Jack's Place.
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.
$65.00 lab fee. Course also meets Thursday 10:10-11:00 in Jack's Place.
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.
This course also meets Thursday 10:10-11:00 in Jack's Place. $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.
$65.00 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).
Enrollment in this section is limited to: BS - Music Industry students
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).
Enrollment in this section is limited to: BS-Music Industry students.
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).
Enrollment in this course is limited to BS- Music Industry students 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).
Enrollment in this section is limited to BA-Music, BM-Performance, and BS - Music Education students 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).
Enrollment in this section is limited to BA - Music, BM-Performance, and BS - Music Education students.
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).
Enrollment in this section is limited to BA- Music, BM - Performance, and BS - Music Education students 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).
Enrollment in this section is limited to: Advanced BS - Music Education, Advanced BA - Music, and Advanced BM - Performance students.
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)
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)
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)
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.
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.
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)
Enrollment is open to non-Music students.
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.
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.
Audition required.
Auditioned mixed-voice ensemble that specializes in choral literature demanding technical skill and vocal independence from the performers. Fulfills diversity requirement. (L05)
Auditioned mixed-voice ensemble that specializes in choral literature demanding technical skill and vocal independence from the performers. Fulfills diversity requirement. (L05)
Audition required. Includes trip to Ireland, additional fees of $1549.00.
Small chamber group allowing for a high level of participation not always possible in larger ensembles. Various percussion instruments offer rhythmic and technical challenges. Provides ensemble context for applied study. At least one concert is presented on campus each semester, often joined by percussion ensembles from nearby campuses and other Saint Rose chamber groups. Audition or permission of instructor required(L05)
Performance of staged operatic scenes and brief works. Experience in movement, acting and staging. Music majors only. No audition required. (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)
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.
Students will meet in a class seminar setting to participate in discussions and activities related to the creation and performance of original musical works.
This course meets in Hearst 118 (Conference Room).
A study of the evolution of music style, the individuals and societal issues influencing that evolution and representative music literature from the pre-Classical era to the present. The course will include units in vernacular music (jazz and popular music) and World Music. To facilitate understanding of issues related to style, students will analyze, perform and create music examples. Spring
A study of the evolution of music style, the individuals and societal issues influencing that evolution and representative music literature from the pre-Classical era to the present. The course will include units in vernacular music (jazz and popular music) and World Music. To facilitate understanding of issues related to style, students will analyze, perform and create music examples. Spring
A study of the evolution of music style, the individuals and societal issues influencing that evolution and representative music literature from the pre-Classical era to the present. The course will include units in vernacular music (jazz and popular music) and World Music. To facilitate understanding of issues related to style, students will analyze, perform and create music examples. Spring
A study of the evolution of music style, the individuals and societal issues influencing that evolution and representative music literature from the pre-Classical era to the present. The course will include units in vernacular music (jazz and popular music) and World Music. To facilitate understanding of issues related to style, students will analyze, perform and create music examples. Spring
This course is open to students of all majors as an in-depth survey of music cultures from around the world and here at home. Through traditional research, field studies, and creative assignments, the student will learn how other cultures produce music (instruments, musical systems, etc.) and gain a deeper understanding for how music functions within individual societies. (L05)
History of Musical Theater explores the roots of Broadway from its antecedents of Tin Pan Alley, vaudeville and minstrel shows, and opretta; through the Golden Age book musicals of the 40s, 50s, and 60s; to the innovations of Sondheim and his contemporaries; to the modern landscape that includes On-and-Off Broadway productions, the emergence of regional theater, and the diversification of music styles. Students will examine composers and lyricists as well as producers, directors, choreographers, and performers in original and revival productions; identify historical and cultural influences; and assess the elements of select musical performances. (L05)
A study of piano literature from Baroque through contemporary by observation and performance. Discussion of elements of style and form, historical background, and issues of performance, pedagogy, and technique. (Spring)
This course gives students information about developing an instrumental program for primary and secondary levels. Topics include: motivation (continued); instruction in instrumental music; recruitment and retention; administration; music education as a career; uses of technology; and multiculturalism. A 35-hour supervised field experience for Instrumental Music Education K-12 majors is required with this course. Co-requisite: MUS 340.
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.
Enrollment in this section is limited to the following: BS - Music Industry Students
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.
Enrollment in this section is limited to the following: BA Music students, BM-Performance students, and BS-Music Education students.
A supplemental course to MUS 335, this class focuses on methods for developing and implementing appropriate curricula for Vocal and Choral Ensembles, Group Vocal Instruction, Classroom Music, and General Music, grades 7-12. The topics include: instructional strategies, methodologies, rehearsal techniques, program administration, scheduling, use of technology, lesson and unit planning, development of presentation and motivation skills, sequencing, assessment and evaluation of choral and vocal literature and instructional materials including textbooks. The New York State and National Standards will be referenced. A 35-hour supervised field experience for Vocal Music Education Major, K-12 is required with this course. Co-requisite: MUS 338. Spring
A 35-hour supervised field experience for Vocal/Instr Music Education K-12 majors that is required with MUS 335.
Students must have fingerprinting clearing from The New York State Department of Education to complete the required field experience.
A 35-hour supervised field experience for Vocal Music Education K-12 majors that is required with MUS 336.
Students must have fingerprinting clearance from The New York State Department of Education to complete the required field experience.
A 35-hour supervised field experience for Instrumental Music Education K-12 majors that is required with MUS 332.
Students must have fingerprinting clearance from The New York State Department of Education to complete the required field experience.
Students are taught to apply jazz harmonic principles to arranging music for jazz/pop groups. Prerequisite: MUS 334. Spring
Prerequisite course: MUS 334: Orchestration/Instrumentation.
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.
Enrollment in this course is limited to the following: BS-Music Industry students. This section will meet in Hearst 118 (Conference Room).
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.
$65.00 lab 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
Students who have completed the Songwriting Workshop course have the option to continue their study and take their songs from drafts to fully-formed compositions. They will attend a section of Songwriting Workshops (MUS 352) throughout the semester, and have regular in-class performance time for feedback from the instructor and classmates. For each songwriting prompt, they will have additional requirements that target fine-tuning of form, lyrics, harmony, notation and laying the foundation for arrangements and production. This 1 credit class is ideal for Music Industry students at the junior level who are preparing proposals for their Senior Projects. Prerequisite: MUS 352.
With faculty approval, students prepare and perform either one-half hour solo or one-hour shared recital. Students must be enrolled in applied music during the semester in which they present their junior recital performance.
With faculty approval, students prepare and perform either one-half hour solo or one-hour shared recital. Students must be enrolled in applied music during the semester in which they present their junior recital performance.
With faculty approval, students prepare and perform either one-half hour solo or one-hour shared recital. Students must be enrolled in applied music during the semester in which they present their junior recital performance.
With faculty approval, students prepare and perform either one-half hour solo or one-hour shared recital. Students must be enrolled in applied music during the semester in which they present their junior recital performance. This is an elective course in which students are responsible for all associated costs.
With faculty approval, students prepare and perform either one-half hour solo or one-hour shared recital. Students must be enrolled in applied music during the semester in which they present their junior recital performance. This is an elective course in which students are responsible for all associated costs.
With faculty approval, students prepare and perform either one-half hour solo or one-hour shared recital. Students must be enrolled in applied music during the semester in which they present their junior recital performance. This is an elective course in which students are responsible for all associated costs.
With faculty approval, students prepare and perform either one-half hour solo or one-hour shared recital. Students must be enrolled in applied music during the semester in which they present their junior recital performance. This is an elective course in which students are responsible for all associated costs.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
Enrollment in this course is restricted to BM - Performance students only.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
Enrollment in this section is limited to BM - Performance students only.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
Enrollment in this section is limited to BM - Performance students only.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
Enrollment in this course is limited to BM - Performance students only.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
Enrollment in this course is limited to BM-Performance majors.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
Enrollment in this section is open to BS - Performance students only.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
Enrollment in the course is restricted to BS - Performance students only.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
Enrollment in this section is restricted to BS - Performance students only.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
Enrollment in this course is restricted to BS - Performance students only.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
Enrollment in this course is limited to BS - Performance students only.
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.
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.
Instructor's permission required prior to enrollment.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
Instructor's permission required prior to enrollment.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
Instructor's permission required prior to enrollment.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
Instructor's permission required prior to enrollment.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
Instructor's permission required prior to enrollment.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
Instructor's permission required prior to enrollment.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
Instructor's permission required prior to enrollment.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
Instructor's permission required prior to enrollment.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
Instructor's permission required prior to enrollment.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
Instructor's permission required prior to enrollment.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
Instructor's permission required prior to enrollment.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
Instructor's permission required prior to enrollment.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
Instructor's permission required prior to enrollment.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
Instructor's permission required prior to enrollment.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
Instructor's permission required prior to enrollment.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
Instructor's permission required prior to enrollment.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
Instructor's permission required prior to enrollment.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
Instructor's permission required prior to enrollment.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
Instructor's permission required prior to enrollment.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
Instructor's permission required prior to enrollment.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
Instructor's permission required prior to enrollment.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
Instructor's permission required prior to enrollment.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
Instructor's permission required prior to enrollment.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
Instructor's permission required prior to enroll.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
Instructor's permission required prior to enrollment.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
Instructor's permission required prior to enrollment.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
Instructor's permission required prior to enrollment.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
Instructor's permission required prior to enrollment.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
Instructor's permission required prior to enrollment.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
Instructor's permission required prior to enrollment.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
Instructor's permission required prior to enrollment.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
Instructor's permission required prior to enrollment.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
Instructor's permission required prior to enrollment.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
Instructor's permission required prior to enrollment.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
Instructor's permission required prior to enrollment.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
Instructor's permission required prior to enrollment.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
Instructor's permission required prior to enrollment.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
Instructor's permission required prior to enrollment.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
Instructor's permission required prior to enrollment.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
Instructor's permission required prior to enrollment.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
Instructor's permission required prior to enrollment.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
Instructor's permission required prior to enrollment.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
Instructor's permission required prior to enrollment.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
Instructor's permission required prior to enrollment.
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.
Private instruction in the areas of music composition, arranging, and songwriting based on students' original work.
Private instruction in the areas of music composition, arranging, and songwriting based on students' original work.
Instructor's permission required prior to enrollment.
Private instruction in the areas of music composition, arranging, and songwriting based on students' original work.
Instructor's permission required prior to enrollment.
Instructor's permission required prior to enrollment.
Performance Styles and Improvisation explores the professional and interpretive aspects of and expectations of performers in the professional world. Students study, prepare, and perform techniques unique to different time periods, styles, and genres and develop a professional portfolio of solo audition materials.
Performance and Audition Preparation prepares students to face the demands placed upon professional performers through exploration of practice techniques, audition preparation and skills, repertoire selection for professional engagements, performance anxiety management, concert organization and logistics, networking and self promotion. Assignments will include participation in mock auditions, solo performances reflecting the goals of the class, and written assignments regarding related topics.
This course facilitates an understanding of the science and the process of singing and presents instructional strategies for teaching singing. Students gain proficiency in the use of International Phonetic Alphabet as a pronunciation guide for singing in English and foreign languages.
Advanced Vocal Diction trains students in the advanced application of the principles and practices of vocal diction, including pronunciation, enunciation, articulation and expression. Students will gain a greater knowledge of English, French, German, Italian, and other languages and how they are transcribed using the International Phonetic Alphabet.
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.
Enrollment is restricted to the following: BS-Music Education students. $75.00 recital recording fee.
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.
Studio course in which the student assumes the role and responsibilities of a staff producer at Saints and Sinners Sound Studio and focuses on mastery of production skills, as well as intermediate and advanced recording and mixing techniques. Prerequisite: MUS 350. In addition to the published class time, an additional 2-hour, weekly lab component is required. Spring.
$65.00 lab fee.
Studio course in which the student assumes the role and responsibilities of a staff producer at Saints and Sinners Sound Studio and focuses on mastery of production skills, as well as intermediate and advanced recording and mixing techniques. Prerequisite: MUS 350. In addition to the published class time, an additional 2-hour, weekly lab component is required. Spring.
$65.00 lab 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.
Instructor's permission required prior to enrollment. $65.00 lab 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.
Restricted Instructors permission needed to enroll. $65.00 lab 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.
Instructor's permission required prior to enrollment. $65.00 lab 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.
Field placement in an area of the music industry.
Instructor's permission required prior to enrollment.
Selected topics in the music industry.
$65.00 lab fee.
Selected topics in the music industry.
$65.00 lab fee. This Course will meet in Jack's Place.
Selected topics in the music industry.
$65.00 lab 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.
This course is held during Alternate Schedule (Exam Week).
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
This course is a co-requisite of MUS 487: Student Teaching - Vocal and MUS 488: Student Teaching - Instrumental.
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 course is a co-requisite of MUS 486: Student Teaching Seminar & Portfolio.
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 course is a co-requisite of MUS 486: Student Teaching Seminar & Portfolio.
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 course is a co-requisite of MUS 486: Student Teaching Seminar & Portfolio.
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 course is a co-requisite of MUS 486: Student Teaching Seminar & Portfolio.
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.
Enrollment in this course is limited to the following: BA-Music students and BM-Performance students.