Lee University Catalog 2016-2017 [Archived Catalog]
Graduate Studies in Music
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School of Music Graduate Studies
William R. Green, Dean
Graduate Studies in Music
Brad Moffett, Director
Statement of Purpose
The School of Music provides discipline related experiences in music performance, music education, church music and conducting which will prepare Lee University students for responsible artistic action.
For the student who wishes to pursue music as a profession, course offerings will assist in preparing graduate students for careers in the ministry of music in either church leadership or performance roles, music education in either public or private schools or private studio teaching, conducting bands and choirs, and the public performance arena as soloist or collaborative artist.
The Graduate Music Committee
The Graduate Music Committee’s responsibility is to give administrative oversight to the Graduate Studies in Music program. The committee considers and recommends curricular changes to the university faculty, approves all policies, assesses effectiveness of the graduate program, serves as the Admissions Committee, reviews candidacy, and approves applicants for graduation. The Graduate Music Committee consists of: Bradley Moffett, D.W.S., Director, Graduate Studies in Music; William R. Green, D.M.A., Dean of the School of Music; Mark Bailey, D.M.E.; Ron Brendel, D.M.A.; Andrea Dismukes, D.M.A.; David Holsinger, D.M.A.; Austin Patty, Ph. D.; Phillip Thomas, Ph. D.; Linda Thompson, Ph. D.; Doug Warner, D.M.A.; Jonathan Rodgers, D.M.A.
Graduate Programs in Music Admission Requirements
Admission Requirements
General Admission Requirements for All Students:
The Applicant must have:
- Undergraduate degree in music from an accredited institution
- Minimum 2.75 grade point average on a 4.0 scale
If the applicant has a grade point average less than 2.75, the student may petition for admission based on tenure as a music educator, private teacher, or professional experience for a cumulative period of no less than three years. Action on this petition will be determined by the Graduate Music Committee.
The following application materials must be submitted:
- Completed Lee University Application to Graduate Studies form (leeuniversity.edu/uploadedFiles/GradApp.pdf)
- $25.00 Application Fee (non-refundable)
- Official transcript of all college work
- Essay explaining rationale for graduate study (see criteria for specific degree program)
- Resume
- Three Recommendation Forms completed by three professionals, including two academic and one personal reference(Conducting degree must have reference letters to replace the forms.)
- Measles Immunization Verification (if born after January 1, 1957). The Certification of Immunization form (leeuniversity.edu/uploadedFiles/Content/health-clinic/ImmunizationForms.pdf) must be completed and signed by a licensed health care provider and returned to the Lee University Health Clinic prior to registration.
- Proof of Chicken Pox Immunity (Required for all full-time students born after 1979).
Prerequisite to full acceptance is the successful completion of any required remediation. No more than 12 hours of graduate courses may be completed before all deficiencies are removed.
Each applicant must complete all proficiency auditions, placement exams, and other auditions required by the Graduate Music Office. These include placement exams in music theory, music history, diction (for Choral Conducting and Vocal Performance programs), and the piano proficiency placement hearing (not required for instrumental performance students).
Each applicant is required to have an interview with members of the Graduate Music Committee.
Specific Discipline Application Requirements
MCM-Church Music
No Additional Application Requirements
MM-Conducting (Choral/Wind)
Submission of a rehearsal/performance video with the initial application for review by the Director of Graduate Studies in Music and the conducting faculty. Upon review by the graduate admissions committee, a limited number of applicants demonstrating proficient conducing skills will be invited for an on-campus live audition with one of the university ensembles, placement exams and an interview with members of the graduate committee.
Note: The initial video submission should be a minimum of 15 minutes including a rehearsal and a performance. The camera should face the conductor. Please state your name clearly at the beginning of the video. DVD format or a working link to a hosting site is acceptable.
MM-Music Education
An undergraduate degree in Music Education from an accredited institution, including official state certification is a prerequisite for admission. If the prospective candidate does not hold teaching certification, post-baccalaureate certification (requiring additional coursework and student teaching) can be pursued simultaneously with the Master of Music - Music Education. Post-baccalaureate requirements must be completed prior to completion of the Master of Music - Music Education. The Master of Music - Music Education plus post-baccalaureate certification will generally require two years of full-time study. The post-baccalaureate option is not available in the Summers Only program.
In addition to the resume, transcripts, letters of recommendation, and health certificate of immunization, the following materials are required for admission to the Master of Music - Music Education.
- Three-to-four page essay, including:
- Rationale to study at Lee University
- Description of your background in music
- Statement of your professional goals upon completion of this degree
- Discussion of ways you feel you will contribute to the Music Education profession
- Teaching videotape (Submit ONE of the following)
- Secondary Choral or Instrumental specialization:
Submit a video-tape of a typical class/rehearsal period of no less than 45 minutes. The tape should include a clear demonstration of the applicant conducting as well as rehearsal techniques (pedagogical aspects). The applicant may include 1-2 pages of a narrative giving additional information regarding the taped rehearsal as well as the lesson-plan.
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b. General music specialization:
Submit a video-tape with a minimum of 20 minutes of teaching for each of two grade levels or for two different lessons (class periods). The lessons should include at least one demonstration of singing with children. Lesson plans for the videotaped sessions should be included with the tape submission.
Or
Students seeking a post-baccaulaureate teaching certification may submit a video from a church music rehearsal or senior recital in place of the teaching video.
Applicants submitting application materials on or before May 1 (for Fall Semester matriculation) or on or before February 1 (for Summer matriculation) will receive first consideration.
MM- Performance
- A dossier of available programs, articles, and performance reviews.
- Each applicant must perform an audition in his/her primary applied area for the graduate performance faculty.(See additional requirements: https://www.leeuniversity.edu/uploadedFiles/Content/academics/graduate/admissions/Master%20of%20Music%20Education%20Placement%20Info.pdf)
Specific Discipline Placements
MCM-Church Music
Conducting Placement Exam: A Conducting Placement Exam will be administered to each student to determine whether the student’s conducting skills are appropriate for the study of conducting at the graduate level. Vocal students will conduct a University choral ensemble and instrumental students will conduct a University instrumental ensemble. Please contact the Graduate Studies in Music Office for specific pieces to be used for the placement, and to set-up an appointment for the placement to take place with one of the Lee University ensembles.
Vocal Placement Exam: For the Voice exam the student will perform one selection of his/her choosing. The placement committee will be interested in having the student demonstrate their ability to produce a pleasant tone and to sing on pitch.
Important Points:
1. The student will sing a selection of his/her choosing for which a recorded accompaniment may be used.
2. It is preferable for the student to select from sacred/church-related literature.
3. Piano accompaniment is available when requested in advance.
International Students
The university is authorized under federal law to enroll non-immigrant alien students on an F-1 visa. International applicants are expected to apply well in advance of their projected beginning date. All academic records and other credentials must be accompanied by an official English translation. If transfer credit from an institution outside the United States is desired, an evaluation from World Education Services (www.WES.org) must be submitted. [Refer to the “Transfer Credit” section under Graduate Academic Policies for additional information.]
In addition to general admissions requirements, international students must supply the following:
- TOEFL Scores: All applicants who are not native speakers of English and who will be attending the university on a student visa and who are not graduates of an American college or university are required to take the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). Information on this test can be attained by writing to TOEFL Educational Testing Service; Princeton, New Jersey 08540; U.S.A. (or go to www.toefl.org). All test scores should be sent directly from the testing agency to Lee University (Lee University Code: 1401). To be admitted to Lee University graduate studies without English remediation, a minimum TOEFL score of 61(iBT) is required. Remediation requirements are determined by the individual graduate programs.
- Financial Statement: An applicant on an F-1 student visa must supply, on the form provided by the university, sufficient evidence of financial support for the applicant and all members of his/her family who will accompany the applicant to Lee. This requires that the applicant certify that his/her intent is to attend full time and that no employment will be required.
All of the above credentials must be received and approved before a SEVIS Form I-20 can be issued to the applicant. More information can be found in the Graduate International Student Booklet.
Completion Requirements
1.Graduate students must successfully complete a final project based on their degree program. The final project must be completed at least three weeks prior to graduation.
- Master of Church Music students must successfully complete a worship festival which must be completed at least three weeks prior to graduation. There can be no more than one worship festival in any one semester by one individual.
- Master of Music - Music Education students must successfully complete a thesis (two options) or final project.
- Master of Music - Performance students must successfully present a one-hour public recital presented at least three weeks prior to graduation. Only one attempt per semester is allowed for the recital.
- Master of Music - Conducting students will conduct a portion of an ensemble concert for each of the four semesters they are enrolled in applied conducting lessons and serving as a student conductor with the ensemble. These performances collectively will qualify as a culminating project under the NASM standard of “concert-length performance or equivalent.” In addition, each student will compile a portfolio. The portfolio should be a representation of the student’s best work and document professional growth occurring throughout the course of study for the Master of Music - Conducting.
For more detailed information concerning the recital/final project/worship festival, refer to the School of Music Graduate Handbook.
2. A student is considered for candidacy for graduate degrees only after the completion of 28 (MUSCH.MCM) or 30 (MUSED.MM, MUSPF. MM, & MUSCO.MM) hours of course work and the successful completion of the written and oral comprehensive exams.
3. Graduate Church Music students will have an internship requirement in which they will serve in a local church or other appropriate venue under the supervision of a qualified professional and his/her graduate faculty advisor.
4. Candidates who have completed all course work with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher yet to complete the final project/recital/worship festival will be required to enroll in GRAD 591- Degree Completion (for 0 credit) and will be charged a graduate supervision fee equivalent to 1-hour of graduate student tuition for each fall and/or spring semester in which a continuation is required.
Master of Church Music
Master of Music
Music-Applied
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MUSA 501 - Primary Applied Study
Applied music in the 501 series is intended for all graduate students who are working toward an emphasis in applied music and taking lessons in their Primary instrument. Enrollment for 3 credit hours is permitted only for students admitted to the Master of Music Performance degree, and is allowed only by special permission.
Prerequisites
Graduate program audition and acceptance, and instructor permission.
Credit Hours: 1 - 3
When Offered
Every semester
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MUSA 503 - Elective Applied Study
Applied music in the 503 series is intended for all graduate students who need elective credits and are seeking specialized assistance in particular instrument technique.
Prerequisites
Audition into program/permission of instructor
Credit Hours: 1 - 2
When Offered
Every semester
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MUSA 530 - Diction I
For graduate vocal performance and conducting majors, this course covers study of the International Phonetic Alphabet, English, and Italian.
Credit Hours: 2
When Offered
Fall Semester
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MUSA 531 - Diction II
For graduate vocal performance and conducting majors, this course covers study of the International Phonetic Alphabet, French, and German diction.
Credit Hours: 2
When Offered
Spring Semester
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MUSA 595 - Graduate Recital
A course which gives the student a choice of vehicles for demonstrating mastery of the goals of his/her degree program. The work of the student will be closely directed and supervised by the Final Project Committee Chair/Primary Applied Instructor. Only one music recital per semester.
Credit Hours: 2
When Offered
Every semester
Music-Business
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MUSB 513 - Music and Media Technology
An introduction to the use of media and musical technology in the church, the classroom, media concerts, theatrical presentations and the recording studio. The course will cover the use of computer hardware and software (music notation, MIDI/sequencing, classroom organization and presentation, computer-aided instruction, and web design) for the professional musician.
Credit Hours: 2
When Offered
Spring semester
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MUSB 543 - Commercial Music Theory
A course which focuses on the theory and practice of the critical elements needed for the understanding, performance, and production of commercial music.
Prerequisites
MUST-500 and MUST-505 or equivalent
Credit Hours: 2
When Offered
Spring semester
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MUSB 551 - Advanced Improvisation
The course focuses on advanced, contemporary harmonic progressions, as well as extended and altered harmonies. It also includes specific elements, including the “Cry Me a River” application and melodic approaches that imply standard chord substitutions. Requires concurrent enrollment in Advanced Improvisation Lab.
Prerequisites
MUST-500 or MUST-505 or equivalent.
Credit Hours: 2
When Offered
Spring Semester
Music-Conducting
Music-Church
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MUSC 501-503 - Special Topics in Church Music
A course presenting various topics and research concerns. The topics will change to meet student demand and interests. Repeatable for credit.
Prerequisites
Permission of instructor.
Credit Hours: 1-3
When Offered
Every semester
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MUSC 511 - Congregational Song
A survey of the various periods and styles of hymnody in the history of the Western church; textual analysis; and a study of the role of congregational singing in worship. This study includes the traditional historical hymns as well as recent developments in congregational singing and worship.
Prerequisites
Graduate Church Music Placement exam
Credit Hours: 3
When Offered
Fall semester
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MUSC 517 - Congregational Worship
A course designed to provide students with an in-depth study of corporate worship, giving attention to the theological foundations of music in worship, the function of music in worship, the role of the worship leader, the practical elements of creativity in worship design and the production of materials for congregational worship in evangelical and Pentecostal church services.
Prerequisites
Admission into Graduate Program/permission of instructor
Credit Hours: 2
When Offered
Spring semester
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MUSC 518 - History of Church Music
A course designed to provide students with an overview of the historical church traditions (from Hebrew to contemporary) and to demonstrate the influence of these traditions on the music of the evangelical and Pentecostal church.
Prerequisites
Admission into Graduate Program/permission of instructor
Credit Hours: 2
When Offered
Spring semester
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MUSC 519 - Seminar in Church Music
This course is intended to give the student an opportunity to explore current trends and practical matters of church music ministry.
Prerequisites
None
Credit Hours: 1
When Offered
Spring Semester.
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MUSC 520 - Church Music Literature/Sources
An overview of sacred literature from the major periods of church music history with selected representative composers and their works from each period. This will include a significant section on contemporary sacred literature for the church and school.
Prerequisites
Admission into Graduate Program/permission of instructor
Credit Hours: 2
When Offered
Fall semester.
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MUSC 530 - Philosophy and Worldview for the Christian Musician
This course examines the roles of music in the Christian life and in the life of the Christian musician in particular. The potential music performer, music teacher, church musician, administrator and others in the music professions will explore ways to integrate principles of Christian faith and learning into their professions. Each will address the refinement of their existing personal philosophy of music to become consistent in attitude and performance. Previously MUPH-512 - Philosophy and Worldview.
Prerequisites
Admission into program/permission of instructor
Credit Hours: 3
When Offered
Fall semester
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MUSC 590 - Seminar in Songwriting
This course will explore the basic rudiments and techniques of songwriting. Students will be equipped with tools to help them create original compositions from start to finish, learning step-by-step how to compose a lyric and melody and complete a composition according to music industry standards. The course will also explore the music business, looking into such areas as publishing, copyrights, performance rights organizations, and other careers related to music business and the music ministry.
Prerequisites
None.
Credit Hours: 1
When Offered
Spring Semester
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MUSC 592 - Church Music Internship
A course designed to give graduate students an opportunity to interact with a competent music minister in all areas of church music ministry. The student will be given opportunities to increase his/her knowledge and skill levels in areas of interpersonal relationships, administration, leadership and planning, as well as musicianship.
Prerequisites
Admission into Graduate Program/permission of instructor
Credit Hours: 1
When Offered
Every semester
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MUSC 595 - Graduate Worship Festival
A course which gives the student a choice of vehicles for demonstrating mastery of the goals of his/her degree program. The work of the student will be closely directed and supervised by the Final Project Committee Chair/primary applied instructor. Only one Worship Festival per semester.
Prerequisites
Permission of Graduate Program Director.
Credit Hours: 2
When Offered
All Semesters
Music-Education
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MUED 501-503 - Special Topics in Music Education
A course presenting various topics and research concerns in music education. The course material will be selected and presented as determined by the needs and interests of students involved in the program. The problems addressed will include specific teaching concerns encountered by public and private school music educators in the teaching of: K-12 general music courses; elementary, middle school, and high school choir; elementary, middle school, and high school band and/or orchestra; marching band; jazz and music of diverse cultures. The study of these selected topics will provide insight into possible research questions which should be addressed by music educators. In-depth study of these questions will be addressed in this course. Repeatable for credit.
Prerequisites
Permission of the Director of Graduate Studies or Chair of Music Education Department.
Credit Hours: 2-3
When Offered
Every semester
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MUED 512 - Research Methods/Design in Music Education
A fundamental research course designed to help students become better readers, creators and writers of research in music education. This introductory course will cover the basic issues in reading and interpreting current research in music education, measurement and evaluation, and the communication of results. During the course of this class, the student will select a professional educational question/concern/ problem that may eventually become the student’s final project.
Prerequisites
Admission into Graduate Program/permission from instructor
Credit Hours: 3
When Offered
Spring semester
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MUED 513 - Foundations of Music Education
This course reviews philosophical and historical foundations of music education with an emphasis on synthesizing and refining a personal philosophy of music education, based on sound historical and theoretical principles. The course encompasses vocation, calling, and the act of teaching.
Prerequisites
Admissons into Graduate Program/permission of instructor
Credit Hours: 3
When Offered
Fall semester
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MUED 514 - Curriculum and Assessment in Music Education
This course is designed to give students the opportunity to explore the fields of curriculum and assessment as domains of inquiry, analysis, and application. The course will include an examination of both curricular and assessment theories and practices from a variety of perspectives and paradigms. We will also study past, present, and future trends in curriculum and assessment and reform efforts in both general education and music education. Particular emphasis is given to examining systematically the processes of program development in music education including purpose, content, organization, and evaluation. The integration of technology is required.
Prerequisites
Admissions into Graduate Program/Permission of instructor
Credit Hours: 3
When Offered
Spring semester
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MUED 515 - Current Issues in Music Education
A course presenting various current topics and research concerns in music education. The course material will be selected and presented as determined by the needs and interests of students involved in the program. The problems addressed will include specific teaching concerns encountered by public and private school music educators in the teaching of: K-12 general music courses; elementary, middle school, and high school choir; elementary, middle school, and high school band and/or orchestra; marching band; jazz, music of diverse cultures and recent developments in cognition as related to music learning. The study of these selected topics will provide insight into possible research questions which should be addressed by music educators. In-depth study of these questions will be addressed in this course.
Prerequisites
Admission into the Graduate Program/Permission of the Instructor.
Credit Hours: 3
When Offered
Summer semesters
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MUED 531 - Brass Techniques
A course designed to prepare the non-brass major for teaching the brass wind instruments at the beginner to intermediate levels. Performance on the instruments is included.
Prerequisites
Permission of the Instrumental Area Coordinator.
Credit Hours: 2
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MUED 541 - Woodwind Techniques
A course designed to prepare the student for teaching the woodwind instruments at the beginner to intermediate levels. Performance on the instruments is included.
Prerequisites
Acceptance into the M.M. degree program or permission of the instructor.
Credit Hours: 2
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MUED 561 - Percussion Techniques
A course designed to prepare the non-percussion major for teaching percussion instruments at the beginner to intermediate levels. Performance on the instruments is included.
Prerequisites
Admission to the MM degree or permission from the Director of Graduate Studies in Music.
Credit Hours: 2
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MUED 595 - Graduate Final Project/Thesis
A course which gives the student a choice of vehicles for demonstrating mastery of the goals of his/her degree program. The work of the student will be closely directed and supervised by the Final Project Committee Chair.
Prerequisites
Permission of instructor.
Credit Hours: 2
Music-Ensembles
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MUSE 502 - Graduate Ensemble
The following ensembles with course numbers ending in 02 are designated as “elective” for School of Music graduate students.
May be repeated for multiple credits. Each semester provides unique performance opportunities and new repertoire to build breadth in literature.
BR-Brass Choir: Study and performance of music for brass choir. Open to all students by audition.
CM-Chamber Music: Study and performance of music for small ensemble. Instrumentation based upon student interest and availability, to include any of the following: brass, woodwind, percussion, or string instruments; piano; voice. Open to all students by audition.
CC-Campus Choir: Study and performance of a wide variety of sacred choral literature of the worship tradition and in a worship setting. One major tour each semester in addition to other off-campus appearances. Open to all students by audition. A minimum of 3 hours of rehearsal per week.
ES-Evangelistic Singers: Study and performance of a wide variety of sacred choral literature ranging from the Negro Spiritual to traditional and contemporary Black Gospel settings. Open to all students by audition. A minimum 3 hours of rehearsal per week.
JE-Jazz Ensemble: Utilizing standard stage band instrumentation, this ensemble studies and performs the best of the traditional and contemporary jazz repertory. Open to all students by audition. A minimum 3 hours of rehearsal per week.
LC-Chorale: Study and performance of choral literature with emphasis on standard classical choral repertoire. Concerts given each semester. Open to all students by audition. May fulfill the “required ensemble” requirement for some students.
LL-Ladies of Lee: Study and performance of a wide range of choral music for treble voices. One major tour and various performances on and off campus each semester. Open to all female students by audition. A minimum 3 hours of rehearsal per week.
LS-Lee Singers: Study and performance of a wide range of choral literature. One major tour each semester in addition to other off-campus appearances. Open to all students by audition. A minimum 4 hours of rehearsal per week.
MD-Music Drama Workshop: A practical laboratory course which involves the production of music dramas. Work includes casting, rehearsing, designing and constructing sets, lighting, costuming and publicity for recitals and public presentations.
OR-Orchestra: Study and performance of orchestra repertoire. Open by audition to music majors, general university students, and members of the local community. One major concert each semester.
OT-Opera Theatre: Experience in the practical application of musical and dramatic preparation and performance of opera. Open to all students by audition.
PE-Percussion Ensemble: Study and performance of percussion ensemble literature. Open to all students by audition. A minimum of 3 hours of rehearsal per week.
PB-Pep Band: Study and performance of commercial and marching-band literature. Open to all students by audition.
SB-Symphonic Band: Study and performance of concert and church wind band literature. One major tour each semester in addition to a wide variety of venues both on and off campus. Open to all students by audition. A minimum of 3 hours of rehearsal per week.
SJ-Small Jazz Ensemble: Study and performance of a variety of music for small jazz ensemble. Instrumentation based upon student availability. Open to all students by audition. A minimum of 3 hours of rehearsal per week.
ST-Chamber Strings: [Needs revision - I will work with Mr. Yu]
VL-Voices of Lee: A 16-voice ensemble designed to study and perform a variety of a cappella, jazz and contemporary choral stylings, both sacred and secular. A minimum of 5 hours rehearsal per week with extensive off campus performances. Membership by audition.
WE-Wind Ensemble: Study and performance of concert wind ensemble literature. Open by audition to music majors, general university students, and members of the local community. A minimum of 4 hours of rehearsal per week. Two major concerts per semester.
Prerequisites
Audition required.
Credit Hours: 1
When Offered
Every Semester
Music-History and Literature
Music-Pedagogy
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MUSP 550 - Classical Guitar Pedagogy Seminar
Study, critical analysis, and application of various approaches and current issues in the discipline that relate to the teaching of advanced repertoire in the student’s primary applied area. Includes supervised studio teaching of advanced repertoire with selected students.
Prerequisites
Admission into the Graduate Program/permission of instructor
Credit Hours: 2
When Offered
Fall semester
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MUSP 570 - Vocal Pedagogy Seminar
Study, critical analysis, and application of various pedagogical approaches and current issues in the discipline that relate to the teaching of advanced repertoire in the student’s primary applied area. Includes supervised studio teaching of advanced repertoire with selected students.
Prerequisites
Admission into Graduate Program/permission of instructor
Credit Hours: 2
When Offered
Spring semester
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MUSP 580 - Keyboard Pedagogy Seminar
Study, critical analysis, and application of various pedagogical approaches and current issues in the discipline that relate to the teaching of advanced repertoire in the student’s primary applied area. Includes supervised studio teaching of advanced repertoire with selected students.
Prerequisites
Admission into Graduate Program/permission of instructor
Credit Hours: 2
When Offered
Fall semester
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MUSP 581 - Art of Interpretation
The combination of the subjective and objective, the intense study of a well-researched score defined by a discerning ear. This knowledge fashioned through the hands of a competent pianist with a dash of personality, imagination, and taste, makes the music speak in the most direct and persuasive manner.
Prerequisites
Approval of instructor.
Credit Hours: 1
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MUSP 586 - Primary Instrument Pedagogy
Study, critical analysis, and application of various pedagogical approaches and current issues in the discipline that relate to the teaching of advanced repertoire in the student’s primary applied area. Includes supervised studio teaching of advanced repertoire with selected students.
Prerequisites
Admission into Graduate Program/permission of instructor
Credit Hours: 2
When Offered
Every semester
Music-Theory
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