Courses
Requirements
Students who major in Music must complete 12 courses and pursue one of two tracks: Artistic Practice and Music Studies. Courses offered are grouped into four disciplinary areas:
- Music Practice
- Ethnomusicology/Musicology
- Music Theory
- Music Technology
Different combinations of courses in the four disciplinary areas define the track for the major.
Requirements
| Requirements | Course Details |
|---|---|
| 5 required courses | Thinking and Writing About Music Musicianship Skills I Musicianship Skills II Sonic Practice Special Topics in Music |
| 2 Capstone | Seminar and Project |
| Electives | Major Electives Complete enough other Music electives to reach the minimum credits required for the Music major. At least two full courses must be Intermediate or Advanced level. General Electives |
Private Instruction and Credits
Regardless of track, private instruction cannot be taken for more than 8 credits in either instrument or composition and cannot be more than 10 credits in total. Private Instruction (Music Performance or Composition) and Ensembles are 2-credit courses. All other courses in the Music Program are 4-credit courses.
Sample Course Schedule
The following is an example of a typical course schedule for Music majors during four years of study.
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