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.
$65.00 fee.
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.
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.
SYNCHRONOUS/ONLINE: This class will meet completely online at the scheduled class time. If a student requires any accommodations, please contact the instructor.
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.
$65.00 fee.
HYBRID: This class will be a mix of online and in-person classes. All class meetings whether online or in-person will be at the scheduled class times. The instructor will notify students prior to the start of class of the meetings 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.
$65.00 fee.
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.
$65.00 fee.
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.
$65.00 fee.
HYBRID: Course delivery is a blend of in person, synchronous, and asynchronous classes. All in-person and synchronous classes will be at the scheduled class times. The instructor will notify students prior to the start of class of the meetings 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.
$65.00 fee.
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.
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.
HYBRID: Course delivery is a blend of in person, synchronous, and asynchronous classes. All in-person and synchronous classes will be at the scheduled class times. The instructor will notify students prior to the start of class of the meetings schedule.
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.
HYBRID: Course delivery is a blend of in person, synchronous, and asynchronous classes. All in-person and synchronous classes will be at the scheduled class times. The instructor will notify students prior to the start of class of the meetings schedule.
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.
HYBRID: This class will be a mix of online and in-person classes. All class meetings whether online or in-person will be at the scheduled class times. The instructor will notify students prior to the start of class of the meetings schedule.
Intensive training in sight singing and melodic, harmonic, and rhythmic dictation, coordinated with the concepts of Music Theory. Prerequisite: MUS 103.
HYBRID: This class will be a mix of online and in-person classes. All class meetings whether online or in-person will be at the scheduled class times. The instructor will notify students prior to the start of class of the meetings schedule.
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)
$10.00 fee
HYBRID: This class will be a mix of online and in-person classes. All class meetings whether online or in-person will be at the scheduled class times. The instructor will notify students prior to the start of class of the meetings schedule.
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)
$10.00 fee.
HYBRID: This class will be a mix of online and in-person classes. All class meetings whether online or in-person will be at the scheduled class times. The instructor will notify students prior to the start of class of the meetings schedule.
The Baroque Flute Ensemble statisfies the requirements for Chamber Ensemble for all music education and BA in Music students. The students perform on imitation period instruments (not similar to modern flute) and literature that is congruent with this period of music (1600-1750). The composers include Bach, Handel and other European contemporaries of the Masters of the Baroque period. The ensemble will perform in groups of 3-4 and may have harpsichord or other keyboard accompaniment as appropriate.
HYBRID: This class will be a mix of online and in-person classes. All class meetings whether online or in-person will be at the scheduled class times. The instructor will notify students prior to the start of class of the meetings schedule.
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).
Students registering for this course should have the ability to read music. Non music majors must have instructor or department permission to register.
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).
Students registering for this course should have the ability to read music. Non music majors must have instructor or department permission to register.
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).
Enrollment in this section is limited to 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).
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.
HYBRID: Course delivery is a blend of in person and synchronous classes. All in-person and synchronous classes will be at the scheduled class times. The instructor will notify students prior to the start of class of the meetings schedule.
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 203.
HYBRID: Course delivery is a blend of in person, synchronous, and asynchronous classes. All in-person and synchronous classes will be at the scheduled class times. The instructor will notify students prior to the start of class of the meetings schedule.
In order to survive in today’s professional music world, it is incumbent upon all contemporary songwriters and musicians to develop an understanding of the components of modern music, especially 20th century styles. Some essential elements include chord structures of diatonic harmony, voice leading, contemporary chord progressions, fundamental and advanced modes for improvisation and songwriting, and stylistic phrasing. Through active listening and transcription, this course will help students develop the necessary tools to decipher what they are listening to, apply it to their respective instruments, and ultimately incorporate their newly acquired skills into their working tool-bag. Prerequisite: MUS 104.
Contemporary popular music, in all of its forms and genres, makes use of 5 distinct harmonic languages. Each of these harmonic systems have a unique set of rules pertaining to voice leading, counterpoint, and use of chromaticism. Contemporary Harmony I is an introduction to the foundations of these harmonic systems, with analysis of musical examples in each language for the purpose of uncovering how to hear, write, and understand contemporary music. This course will be followed in the Spring 2021 semester by a more advanced class that will explore the most sophisticated and chromatic musical languages used in contemporary and popular music today.
It is incumbent upon all contemporary songwriters/musicians to develop an understanding of the components of modern music (including 20th century styles and their derivatives) if they want to survive in today's professional music world. Essential elements including chord structures (diatonic harmony), voice leading, early and contemporary chord progressions, fundamental and advanced modes for improvisation/songwriting, and stylistic phrasing to name just a few. Through active listening and transcription, Transcription and Contemporary Ear Training II will build upon the skills developed in MUS 206, help students develop the necessary tools to decipher what they are listening to, apply it to their respective instruments, and ultimately incorporate their newly acquired skills into their working tool bag. Prerequisite: MUS 203 or MUS 206.
This course complements the work done in Contemporary Harmony I, adding a global perspective to the theory and practice of popular music traditions. Detailed listening and analysis will accompany composition projects that explore a serious of advanced structural concepts. To fulfill the writing-intensive component of the course, students will participate in content-producing teams that parallel the multi-layered stages of real-world music writing: newsrooms, PR firms, management companies, record labels and academic journals. Prerequisites: MUS 101 and 102.
Teaching techniques for clarinet instruction. Clarinet students will spend a semester on oboe or bassoon. Fall
HYBRID: Course delivery is a blend of in person, synchronous, and asynchronous classes. All in-person and synchronous classes will be at the scheduled class times. The instructor will notify students prior to the start of class of the meetings schedule.
Teaching techniques for violin and viola instruction. Fall
Enrollment in this section is limited to the following: BS-Music Education (Instrumental) students only.
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
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.
This course is open to Music minors and non-Music majors only.
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)
$65.00 lab fee. Enrollment in this section is limited to the following: BS- Music Industry students
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.
A chamber ensemble that will explore and perform works written for flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, and french horn.
HYBRID: Course delivery is a blend of in person, synchronous, and asynchronous classes. All in-person and synchronous classes will be at the scheduled class times. The instructor will notify students prior to the start of class of the meetings schedule.
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)
Audition required.
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 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.
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.
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.
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 the following: 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 the following: BA-Music students, BM-Performance students, 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).
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)
HYBRID: This class will be a mix of online and in-person classes. All class meetings whether online or in-person will be at the scheduled class times. The instructor will notify students prior to the start of class of the meetings schedule.
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)
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 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.
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)
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.
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
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.
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
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.
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
Vocal Literature explores vocal music from a variety of musical genres, with a focus on art song repertoire of composers from the American, English, French, Italian, and German traditions. Music from other nationalities and genres will also be studied.
Chamber Music Literature explores instrumental chamber music repertoire representing a broad range of styles, historical periods, and instrumentation. Each student will prepare and perform a chamber work on his or her own instrument. This course will include analysis and research of prominent chamber music works from the common practice era as well as contemporary genres.
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.
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.
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 restricted to the following: BS-Music Industry students.
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
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 clearance 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.
A 35-hour supervised field experience for Vocal/Instr Music Education K-12 majors that is required with MUS 331.
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 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.
Enrollment in this section is limited to the following: BS-Music Industry students. $65.00 lab 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.
Enrollment in this section is limited to the following: BS-Music Industry students. $65.00 lab 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.
Enrollment in this course is limited to the following: BS-Music Industry students.
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.
Enrollment in this section is limited to the following: BS-Music Industry students.
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 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.
Hybrid based on social distancing guidelines this class will be a mix of online and in person classes. All class meetings whether in person or online will be at the scheduled class times. The instructor will notify students prior to the start of class of the meeting schedule. If a student requires accommodations please contact the instructor.
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
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.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
This section is open to BM Performance students only.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
This section is open to BM Performance students only.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
This section is open to BM Performance students only.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
This section is open to BM Performance students only.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
This section is open to BM Performance students only.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
This sections is open to BM Performance students only.
SYNCHRONOUS/ONLINE: This class will meet completely online at the scheduled class time. If a student requires any accommodations, please contact the instructor.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
This course is open to Bachelor of Music-Performance students only.
HYBRID: This class will be a mix of online and in-person classes. All class meetings whether online or in-person will be at the scheduled class times. The instructor will notify students prior to the start of class of the meetings schedule.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
This section is open to BM performance students only.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
This section is open to BM Performance students only.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
This section is open to BM Performance students only.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
First year music students should register for MUS 393 sections 1-7 only, based on instrument family. Students will be registered with the appropriate instructor when assigned.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
First year music students should register for MUS 393 sections 1-7 only based on instrument family. Students will be registered with the appropriate instructor when assigned.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
First year music students should register for MUS 393 sections 1-7 only, based on instrument family. Students will be registered with the appropriate instructor when assigned.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
First year music students should register for MUS 393 sections 1-7 only, based on instrument family. Students will be registered to the appropriate instructor when assigned.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
Music students should register for MUS 393 sections 1-7 only, based on instrument family. Students will be registered with the appropriate instructor when assigned.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
First year music students should register for MUS 393 sections 1-7 only, based on instrument family. Students will be registered with the appropriate instructor when assigned.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
First year music students should register for MUS 393 sections 1-7 only, based on instrument family. Students will be registered with the appropriate instructor when assigned.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
This section is open to Music Industry majors 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.
SYNCHRONOUS/ONLINE: This class will meet completely online at the scheduled class time. If a student requires any accommodations, please contact the instructor.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
HYBRID: This class will be a mix of online and in-person classes. All class meetings whether online or in-person will be at the scheduled class times. The instructor will notify students prior to the start of class of the meetings schedule.
Fourteen 50-minute private music lessons.
HYBRID: Course delivery is a blend of in person and synchronous classes. All in-person and synchronous classes will be at the scheduled class times. The instructor will notify students prior to the start of class of the meetings schedule.
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.
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.
Instructor's permission required prior to enrollment.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
This section is for exploratory students only. Students will be registered with appropriate instructor when assigned.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
This section is for exploratory students only. Students will be assigned to appropriate instructor when assigned.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
This section is for exploratory students only. Students will be registered with the appropriate instructor when assigned.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
This section is for exploratory students only. Students will be registered with the appropriate instructor when assigned.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
This section is for exploratory students only. Student will be registered with the appropriate instructor when assigned.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
This section is for exploratory students only. Students will be registered with the appropriate instructor when assigned.
Fourteen 25-minute, or seven 50-minute, private music lessons.
This section is for exploratory students only. Students will be registered with appropriate instructor when assigned.
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.
SYNCHRONOUS/ONLINE: This class will meet completely online at the scheduled class time. If a student requires any accommodations, please contact the instructor.
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.
HYBRID: This class will be a mix of online and in-person classes. All class meetings whether online or in-person will be at the scheduled class times. The instructor will notify students prior to the start of class of the meetings schedule.
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.
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 before 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.
Instructor's permission required prior to enrollment.
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.
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.
ONLINE SYNCHRONOUS / ASYNCHRONOUS: Course delivery is a blend of synchronous and asynchronous classes. There will be a total of 11 synchronous Zoom classes on days and times listed, and 17 and asynchronous classes via Canvas. See Canvas for course schedule.
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.
Music Entrepreneurship investigates the path of the musician in discovering professional and career opportunities in the ever-changing 21st century culture. Topics include goal-setting, networking within and outside of community, cultivating professional relationships and partnerships, effective development and use of promotional materials, funding and financial management, and others. A wide range of career options will be explored, including creating music studios for private instruction.
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.
$75 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.
$75 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.
$75 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.
$75 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.
$75 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.
$75 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.
$75 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.
$75 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.
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.
Instructor's permission required prior to enrollment. $65.00 lab fee.
Field placement in an area of the music industry.
Instructor's permission required prior to enrollment. $65.00 lab fee.
Selected topics in the music industry.
$65.00 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 will be held during the first week of November. The instructor will contact students for scheduling.
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.
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$75 fee