St. Clair County Community College 2004-2005 Catalog
MUSIC
Visual and Performing Arts Department 810-989-5709
Course sequence guides are available in the department office in the Fine Arts Building.
MUS 100 Class Piano. This course for beginning adults utilizes the electronic laboratory for teaching the basics of keyboard, and includes note reading, hand positions, and introductory theory.
Prerequisite: None
2 credits = 2 lecture
MUS 102 Class Piano II. This continuation of MUS 100 stresses more demanding and complex pianistic technical studies.
Prerequisite: MUS 100 or permission of instructor
2 credits = 2 lecture
MUS 106 Music Appreciation. This course is a listener's introduction to musical styles from the medieval period through the new music developments of the 20th century and is designed for students with little or no previous musical background.
Prerequisite: None
3 credits = 3 lecture
MUS 118 Voice Class I. This course covers the basic techniques of singing, including the development of breath control, diction, posture, and tone quality. Various types and styles of songs will be selected for study.
Prerequisite: None
2 credits = 2 lecture
MUS 119 Voice Class II. CURRENTLY INACTIVE. See note at the end of the course listings.
MUS 120 Harmony I. Designed for the student pursuing a musical career, in performance or education, MUS 120 provides a focus on "common practice" diatonic harmony in four voices, the inversion of triads, harmonic progression, and non-harmonic tones.
Prerequisite: MUS 122 and concurrent enrollment in MUS 123
3 credits = 3 lecture
MUS 122 Basic Musicianship. This course is an integrated, computer assisted course in music reading, ear training, and fundamentals of harmony, and is designed for every person desiring a knowledge of music reading and needing entry level music skills for collegiate study. The course is required of all music majors.
Prerequisite: None
3 credits = 3 lecture
MUS 123 Ear Training I. This course is the aural counterpart of Basic Harmony I and should be taken at the same time. The development of a musical ear rests in the study of simple melodic and harmonic intervals, as well as rhythmic patterns. Drill in musical dictation, sight-singing and fundamental keyboard harmony will enhance the ability to "see with one's ears." (As time must be spent working with drill tapes, a small cassette tape player will greatly enhance the student's learning).
Prerequisite: MUS 122 or concurrent enrollment in MUS 120
2 credits = 2 lecture
MUS 142 Applied Arranging. CURRENTLY INACTIVE. See note at the end of the course listings.
MUS 162 The Choral Union I. The Choral Union is dedicated to the performance of the finest in vocal literature. The emphasis is on performance, hence attendance at all rehearsals and performances is obligatory. Additional credit may be earned in future semesters by enrolling in the following course sequence (one course per semester): MUS 163, 262, and 263.
Prerequisite: None
1 credit = 3 laboratory/rehearsal
MUS 172 The Jazz Ensemble. CURRENTLY INACTIVE. See note at the end of the course listings.
MUS 182 The Symphonic Band I. This course is comprised of college students and members of the community with previous playing experience; the group is dedicated to the performance of the finest in symphonic wind literature. Attendance at all rehearsals and performances is obligatory, and membership is expected for the entire year. Additional credits may be earned in future semesters by enrolling in the following course sequence: (one course per semester) MUS 183, 282, and 283.
Prerequisite: Audition
1 credit = 3 laboratory/rehearsal
MUS 187 The Twilight Festival Band. The Twilight Festival Band is composed of college students and members of the community. It is dedicated to providing a series of outdoor concerts during the summer. The emphasis is on the performance of light classical and symphonic "Pops" music for the enjoyment of the entire community. Membership is expected for the entire season. Additional credit may be earned by enrolling in MUS 287 the following summer.
Prerequisite: Audition
1 credit, plus 2 contact hours* = 3 laboratory/rehearsal
MUS 187X Huron Harmony Chorus. CURRENTLY INACTIVE. See note at the end of the course listings.
MUS 190 Ensemble Activity. CURRENTLY INACTIVE. See note at the end of the course listings.
MUS 192 International Symphony Orchestra. This course is comprised of college students and members of the community. The International Symphony Orchestra is dedicated to the performance of the finest in orchestra literature, both classic and contemporary. The emphasis is on performance, and membership in the group is expected for the entire season. Additional credits may be earned in future semesters by enrolling in the following course sequences (one course per semester) MUS 193, 292, and 293.
Prerequisite: Audition
1 credit = 2.5 laboratory/rehearsal
MUS 192A International Symphony Singers. This course is comprised of college students and members of the community. The International Symphony Singers is dedicated to the performance of the finest in choral literature, both classic and contemporary. The emphasis is on performance, and membership in the group is expected for the entire season. Additional credits may be earned by enrolling in MUS 193A, 292A, and 293A.
Prerequisite: Audition
1 credit = 2.5 laboratory/rehearsal
MUS 200 Piano Pedagogy. The principles of private piano instruction of the studio teacher, including a survey of methods and materials used in teaching elementary and intermediate piano students, are studied and practiced.
Prerequisite: None
3 credits = 3 lecture
MUS 201 Keyboard Literature. This course provides a comprehensive survey of music written for the keyboard from Bach to the mid-20th Century, with special emphasis on materials appropriate for the advanced keyboard student.
Prerequisite: None
2 credits = 2 lecture
MUS 202 Keyboard Ensemble Class. This course provides class instruction in performance of the repertory of multiple keyboard literature examination, and the sight-reading of duet and two-piano materials, to give the student ensemble experience and knowledge of the music available for these combinations. Ensembles with other instruments may also be included.
Prerequisite: None
1 credit = 1 lecture
MUS 206 Fundamentals of Music for Classroom Teaching. This course is directed towards developing an understanding and knowledge of music and music reading with practical application at the keyboard, and explores the way children learn musical skills and methods of reinforcing those skills. Special attention is given to the "Kodály method." The class is recommended for all prospective elementary teachers.
Prerequisite: None
3 credits = 3 lecture
MUS 208 Musical Theatre. This course is a survey of the history, purposes and types of musical stage performances. Practical training in voice, stage movement and staging techniques for musicals will be studied.
Prerequisite: None
3 credits = 3 lecture
MUS 216 Diction for Singers. CURRENTLY INACTIVE. See note at the end of the course listings.
MUS 217 Diction for Singers II. CURRENTLY INACTIVE. See note at the end of the course listings.
MUS 219 Conducting. CURRENTLY INACTIVE. See note at the end of the course listings.
MUS 220 Harmony II. This continuation of Harmony I stresses more complex theoretical problems such as seventh chords, secondary dominants, altered chords, common modulation, and linear concepts.
Prerequisite: MUS 120 or department approval, concurrent enrollment in MUS 224 necessary
3 credits = 3 lecture
MUS 221 Harmony III. This continuation of Harmony II focuses on the more advanced aspects of chromatic harmony, with greater emphasis on linear relationships.
Prerequisite: MUS 220 or department approval
3 credits = 3 lecture
MUS 224 Ear Training II. This continuation of MUS 123, must be taken concurrently with MUS 220. Emphasis is placed on further drills in harmonic, melodic, and rhythmic dictation. This course also includes rudimentary studies in thematic analysis.
Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in MUS 220 and successful completion of MUS 122 and 123
2 credits = 2 lecture
MUS 225 Ear Training III. This continuation of MUS 125 places emphasis on sightsinging complex rhythmic drill, model, and atonal intervals, and melodies. Prerequisite: MUS 220 and MUS 224, or concurrent enrollment in MUS 221
2 credits = 2 lecture
MUS 226 Symphonic Music. CURRENTLY INACTIVE. See note at the end of the course listings.
MUS 230 The History of Music I. This course is for those students who wish to specialize in the area of music, and for those students who wish to broaden their knowledge about the fine arts. It is a study of the elements of musical expression, and the concepts of form and style in relation to societal evolution.
This covers music in the ancient world through the Baroque period.
Prerequisite: None
3 credits = 3 lecture
GA
MUS 231 The History of Music II. This continuation of MUS 230 links the Baroque era with the 20th century. It examines the "revolutions" of the 17th, 18th, 19th and 20th centuries and their influences on musical expression.
Prerequisite: None
3 credits = 3 lecture
GA
Applied music or activity courses:
MUSA 103 Applied Voice
MUSA 103A Applied Voice
MUSA 104 Applied Voice
MUSA 104A Applied Voice
MUSA 105 Applied Piano
MUSA 105A Applied Piano
MUSA 106 Applied Piano
MUSA 106A Applied Piano
MUSA 107 Applied Brass Wind
MUSA 107A Applied Brass Wind
MUSA 108 Applied Brass Wind
MUSA 108A Applied Brass Wind
MUSA 109 Applied Organ
MUSA 109A Applied Organ
MUSA 110 Applied Organ
MUSA 110A Applied Organ
MUSA 111 Applied Woodwind
MUSA 111A Applied Woodwind
MUSA 112 Applied Woodwind
MUSA 112A Applied Woodwind
MUSA 113 Applied Classical Guitar
MUSA 113A Applied Classical Guitar
MUSA 114 Applied Classical Guitar
MUSA 114A Applied Classical Guitar
MUSA 115 Applied Percussion
MUSA 115A Applied Percussion
MUSA 116 Applied Percussion
MUSA 116A Applied Percussion
MUSA 203 Applied Voice
MUSA 203A Applied Voice
MUSA 204 Applied Voice
MUSA 204A Applied Voice
MUSA 205 Applied Piano
MUSA 205A Applied Piano
MUSA 206 Applied Piano
MUSA 206A Applied Piano
MUSA 207 Applied Brass Wind
MUSA 207A Applied Brass Wind
MUSA 208 Applied Brass Wind
MUSA 208A Applied Brass Wind
MUSA 209 Applied Organ
MUSA 209A Applied Organ
MUSA 210 Applied Organ
MUSA 210A Applied Organ
MUSA 211 Applied Woodwind
MUSA 211A Applied Woodwind
MUSA 212 Applied Woodwind
MUSA 212A Applied Woodwind
MUSA 213 Applied Classical Guitar
MUSA 213A Applied Classical Guitar
MUSA 214 Applied Classical Guitar
MUSA 214A Applied Classical Guitar
MUSA 215 Applied Percussion
MUSA 215A Applied Percussion
MUSA 216 Applied Percussion
MUSA 216A Applied Percussion
Applied music, (private instruction) is offered in the preceding list of performance areas. Instruction is provided by student contracted instructors, under the supervision of the college. Applied Music courses require payment of tutorial fees in addition to regular tuition and lab fees. Lab fees are used to help defray the cost of providing practice facilities in the Fine Arts Building. The tutorial fees may range from $12 and $35 per half hour of instruction. Students studying with a contracted instructor pay their tutorial fees directly to their instructor. The tutorial fee is established by the contracted instructor.
All applied music courses are intended to develop necessary skills in performance, in preparation for transfer to senior institution. Students are expected to practice at least one hour per day. Instruction is given by college approved, private teachers. Instruction may take place on campus or in the instructor's own studio. A list of approved instructors is available in the office of Visual and Performing Arts Department. Students with no previous experience in their chosen field of Applied Music study will not be permitted to register for three credit hours.
MUSA courses with a catalog number ending with "A" carry one hour of academic credit based on a weekly half-hour private lesson. This level of instruction is intended for beginners or those seeking a performance minor.
MUSA courses without the letter "A" carry three hours of academic credit based on a weekly one-hour private lesson. This level of instruction is intended for music majors only and students will qualify for their semester final grade by performing before a music examination jury. The jury is composed of all available music faculty, including contract instructors. Instructor approval is required with an audition.
MUSA courses numbered in the 100 range are the first and second semester courses. The 200 level courses are restricted to sophomores in music who have completed two 100 level courses in sequence.
NOTE: CURRENTLY INACTIVE classes may be offered in the future. If students are interested in having a currently inactive course listed in the fall, winter, spring or summer schedule, contact the department chair or an instructor in the appropriate area.