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Congregational song from all perspective and historical
development.
Spring (odd years)
MUCM 4328 Philosophy of Music and Worship (3-3-0)
Philosophy of Music and Worship is designed to help students
develop a working philosophy of the role of music in the
worship and general life of the church. Students will study
Biblical precepts and historical thought to gain a scriptural
perspective to music and worship and come to a better
understanding of the philosophical issues that face church
musicians. The precepts will be applied to current issues
facing the church and students will be asked to develop a
knowledgeable philosophy to apply to these situations.
Spring
(even years)
MUSIC BUSINESS (MUSB)
MUSB 3301 Introduction to Fine Arts Management (3-3-0)
Introduction and analysis of successful management
principles and techniques for the business of Fine Arts.
Topics include objectives, policies, leadership, organization,
structure, morale, operative procedures, fundraising and
control procedures for profit and non-profit entities.
Fall
MUSB 3302 Introduction to the Recording Studio (3-3-0)
An overview of the technology and techniques involved in
modern multi-track recording and mixing through hands-on
studio instruction. Students will be given a basic course in the
use of Pro-Tools and learn how to set up microphones in the
modern studio.
Spring
MUSB 3321 Music & Entertainment Industry Media
Analysis (3-3-0)
The course examines the music and
entertainment industry. Introductory economic analysis is
introduced prior to examining industry specific data for music
and entertainment organizations. This course focuses on
media-dependent components of the industry: digital music,
broadcast, cable and new cable alternatives, and publishing.
Fall, Spring, Summer
MUSB 3322 Music & Entertainment Industry Performance
Analysis (3-3-0)
The course examines the music and
entertainment industry. Introductory economic analysis is
introduced prior to examining industry specific data for music
and entertainment organizations. This course focuses on live-
performance components of the industry: live music by
individual artists and bands, opera, ballet, orchestras,
amusement and theme parks.
Fall, Spring, Summer
MUSB 3351, 3352 Survey of Music Business I, II (3-3-0)
An
exploration of the world of work in music-related careers. This
course gives synthesis to the music career fields & the
competencies basic to the music business specialties.
Emphasis is also given to particular vocational requirements
& trends affecting the realms of music business & industry.
3351 - Fall (even years), 3352 - Spring (odd years)
MUSB 4099 (1-4 credits) Special Studies
Specialized topics
related to music business and careers in business. May be
repeated when topic varies.
MUSB 4351 Music Business Internship (3-0-X)
The student
will serve at least one month full-time as an intern in a music-
related business or businesses. The student will have
opportunity with the approval of faculty to choose his place of
internship. Students must be prepared to provide for their
personal expenses during time of study related to this
internship program which may take them away from the HSU
campus in Abilene, Texas.
Prerequisites: MUSB 3351, 3352;
MUHL 3345.
MUSIC EDUCATION (MUSI)
MUSI 2099 (1-4 credits) Special Studies
Special topics in
music. May be repeated when topics vary.
MUSI 2121 Essentials of Woodwind Instruments (1-2-0)
[#]
This course is designed to develop a working knowledge
of the instruments, their ranges, difficulties, and transpositions
through performance on the instruments.
May be repeated for
credit. Fall (odd years)
MUSI 2122 Essentials of Brass Instruments (1-2-0) [#]
A
study of the brass instruments with emphasis on problems of
embouchure, range, technical difficulties, transpositions and
materials. Students must pass a proficiency examination on a
minimum of two instruments.
May be repeated for credit.
Spring (even years)
MUSI 2123 Essentials of Percussion Instruments (1-2-0)
[#]
A study of the percussion instruments with emphasis on
performance techniques and materials. Actual performance is
required on the percussion instruments.
May be repeated for
credit. Fall (even years)
MUSI 2124 Essentials of String Instruments (1-2-0) [#]
A
study of string instruments: violin, viola, violoncello, and
contrabass. Emphasis on performance techniques and
materials.
May be repeated for credit. Spring (odd years)
MUSI 2125 Instrumental Perspectives (1-2-0) [Online]
A
study of teaching, playing and pedagogical aspects of
orchestral instruments. Some emphasis given to technical
maintenance. Instrument groups included in the study will be
woodwind, strings, brass, and percussion.
Fall (odd years)
MUSI 2126 Vocal Perspectives (1-2-0)
A team-taught one
credit hour, one semester vocal course for instrumental music
education majors designed specifically to suit the needs of
instrumental majors who need a foundation in vocal music
education. The course will be divided into two parts: Principles
of Solo Singing and Principles of Choral Singing.
Fall (even
years)
MUSI 3122 Introduction to Conducting Skills (1-1-1)
A
study of the principles of baton techniques in conjunction with
the development of a fluent beat style. Students will study
basic rhythmic, aural, and skill dexterity necessary to the
successful direction of vocal and instrumental ensembles.
(Will not satisfy the core requirement.) Fall
MUSI 3201 Marching Band Techniques (2-2-0)
A course
planned to meet the need of the high school or junior high
music educator who will have marching band as part of the
teaching load. Presentation of marching band fundamentals,
hands on work with a computer drill design program, and
philosophies of the public school marching band.
Prerequisites: Consent of instructor required. Fall (even
years)
MUSI 3223 Choral Conducting Techniques and Materials
(2-2-1)
A study of the choral conductor’s role regarding
interpretations, rehearsal techniques, and the performance
ensemble. Attention is given to conducting choral works
suitable for school, church, and community organizations.
Laboratory experience and videotapes are used for
evaluation.
Prerequisite: MUSI 3122. Spring
MUSI 3224 Instrumental Conducting Techniques and
Materials (2-2-1)
A study of the instrumental conductor’s role
regarding interpretations, rehearsal techniques, and
instrumental ensembles. Attention is given to conducting
instrumental works suitable for school, church, and
community organizations. Laboratory experience and
videotapes are used for evaluation.
Prerequisite: MUSI 3122.
Spring
MUSI 3321 Music, Learning, and Children (3-3-0)
A study
of musical activities and the role of music in childhood.
Application of learning theories to a survey of materials used
in the intellectual, emotional, aesthetic, and social growth of
children.
Fall (Not acceptable for core.)
MUSI 3322 Older Children and Music Learning (3-3-0)
This
course is designed to study the relationship of basic concepts
and activities involved in the presentation of music under any
circumstances. Separate sections for band, orchestra, and
choral/general music. Peer teaching will be emphasized.
Prerequisite: MUSI 3321. Be aware of rotation. Spring
MUSI 3325 Essential Elements of Music (3-3-0)
A course
designed to develop musical skills for the non-music major,
and to give practical experience with the concepts of essential
elements of music as they apply to the growth of children. (Will
not satisfy the core requirement.)
Fall, May
MUSI 4099 (1-4 credits) Special Studies
Specialized topics
in music education. May be repeated when topic varies.
MUSI 4129, 4229, or 4329 Workshop in Music
A workshop
designed to acquaint the musician with the most recent