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MUA 111 - Class Piano I
Credit Hours: 1
Beginning laboratory course in basic piano skills using an electronic piano lab. This course is intended for students with no previous piano lessons and little or no music reading ability. The earned credit hour may be applied to the general education fine arts requirement and/or to the music department keyboard requirement for music and theatre majors/minors. Fall/Spring
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MUA 121 - Class Piano II
Credit Hours: 1
Prerequisite: MUA 111 or instructor permission. Laboratory course in piano skills for the second semester student using an electronic piano lab. The earned credit hour may be applied to the general education fine arts requirement and/or to the music department keyboard requirement for music and theatre majors/minors. Fall/Spring
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MUA 131 - Class Guitar I
Credit Hours: 1
A laboratory course in guitar techniques using beginning repertoire. Lessons are in a group setting. May be repeated for credit. Meets general education requirement. Fall/Spring
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MUA 151 - Class Voice II
Credit Hours: 1
Prerequisites: or permission. A continued study of singing using intermediate repertoire. Lessons are in a group setting. Topics include breath control, tone production, resonance, articulation, musical expression, and stage presence. Meets general education requirement. Spring
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MUA 161 - Class Piano III
Credit Hours: 1
Prerequisite: MUA 121 or instructor permission. Laboratory course in piano skills for the third semester student using an electronic piano lab. The earned credit hour may be applied to the general education fine arts requirement and/or to the music department keyboard requirement for music and theatre majors/minors. Fall/Spring
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MUA 171 - Class Piano IV
Credit Hours: 1
Prerequisite: MUA 161 or instructor permission. Laboratory course in piano skills for the fourth semester student using an electronic piano lab. The earned credit hour may be applied to the general education fine arts requirement and/or to the music department keyboard requirement for music and theatre majors/minors. Fall/Spring
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MUA 181 - Class Guitar II
Credit Hours: 1
Prerequisites: and/or permission. Continuation of guitar techniques using intermediate repertoire. Lessons are in a group setting. May be repeated for credit. Meets general education requirements. Spring
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MUA 201 - Voice
Credit Hours: 1
Prequisite: Permission. Private instruction in voice; weekly half-hour lessons and midweek recital attendance. May be repeated for credit. Fall/Spring
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MUA 202 - Voice
Credit Hours: 2
Prerequisite: Permission. Private instruction in voice; weekly one-hour lessons and midweek recital attendance. May be repeated for credit. Fall/Spring
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MUA 211 - Piano
Credit Hours: 1
Prerequisite: Permission. Private instruction in piano; weekly half-hour lessons and midweek recital attendance. May be repeated for credit. Fall/Spring
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MUA 212 - Piano
Credit Hours: 2
Prerequisite: Permission. Private instruction in piano; weekly one-hour lessons and midweek recital attendance. May be repeated for credit. Fall/Spring
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MUA 221 - Woodwinds
Credit Hours: 1
Prerequisite: Permission. Private instruction in woodwind instruments; weekly half-hour lessons. May be repeated for credit. Fall/Spring
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MUA 222 - Woodwinds
Credit Hours: 2
Prerequisite: Permission. Private instruction in woodwind instruments; weekly one-hour lessons. May be repeated for credit. Fall/Spring
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MUA 231 - Guitar
Credit Hours: 1
Prerequisite: Permission. Private instruction in guitar; weekly half-hour lessons. May be repeated for credit. Fall/Spring
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MUA 232 - Guitar
Credit Hours: 2
Prerequisite: Permission. Private instruction in guitar; weekly one-hour lessons. May be repeated for credit. Fall/Spring
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MUA 241 - Percussion
Credit Hours: 1
Prerequisite: Permission. Private instruction in percussion; weekly half-hour lessons. May be repeated for credit. Fall/Spring
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MUA 242 - Percussion
Credit Hours: 2
Prerequisite: Permission. Private instruction in percussion; weekly one-hour lessons. May be repeated for credit. Fall/Spring
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MUA 251 - Strings
Credit Hours: 1
Prerequisite: Permission. Private instruction in string instruments; weekly half-hour lessons. May be repeated for credit. Fall/Spring
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MUA 252 - Strings
Credit Hours: 2
Prerequisite: Permission. Private instruction in string instruments; weekly one-hour lessons. May be repeated for credit. Fall/Spring
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MUA 261 - Brass
Credit Hours: 1
Prerequisite: Permission. Private instruction in brass instruments; weekly half-hour lessons. May be repeated for credit. Fall/Spring
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MUA 262 - Brass
Credit Hours: 2
Prerequisite: Permission. Private instruction in brass instruments; weekly one-hour lessons. May be repeated for credit. Fall/Spring
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MUA 271 - Music Composition
Credit Hours: 1
Prerequisite: Permission. Weekly half-hour lessons in musical composition. Topics include notation, scoring for instruments and voice, concepts of form, and contemporary techniques. Works for solo instruments and chamber ensembles will be composed for public performance. May be repeated for credit. Fall/Spring
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MUA 272 - Music Composition
Credit Hours: 2
Prerequisite: Permission. Weekly one-hour lessons in musical composition. Topics include notation, scoring for instruments and voice, concepts of form, and contemporary techniques. Works for solo instruments and chamber ensembles will be composed for public performance. May be repeated for credit. Fall/Spring
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MUA 281 - Organ
Credit Hours: 1
Prerequisite: Permission. Private instruction in organ; weekly half-hour lessons. May be repeated for credit. Fall/Spring
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MUA 282 - Organ
Credit Hours: 2
Prerequisite: Permission. Private instruction in organ; weekly one-hour lessons. May be repeated for credit. Fall/Spring
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MUA 301 - Voice
Credit Hours: 1
Prerequisite: Permission. Private instruction in voice; weekly half-hour lessons and midweek recital attendance. May be repeated for credit. Fall/Spring
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MUA 311 - Piano
Credit Hours: 1
Prerequisite: Permission. Private instruction in piano; weekly half-hour lessons. May be repeated for credit. Fall/Spring
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MUA 321 - Woodwinds
Credit Hours: 1
Prerequisite: Permission. Private instruction in woodwind instruments; weekly half-hour lessons. May be repeated for credit. Fall/Spring
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MUA 331 - Guitar
Credit Hours: 1
Prerequisite: Permission. Private instruction in guitar; weekly half-hour lessons. May be repeated for credit. Fall/Spring
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MUA 341 - Percussion
Credit Hours: 1
Prerequisite: Permission. Private instruction in percussion instruments; weekly half-hour lessons. May be repeated for credit. Fall/Spring
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MUA 351 - Strings
Credit Hours: 1
Prerequisite: Permission. Private instruction in string instruments; weekly half-hour lessons. May be repeated for credit. Fall/Spring
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MUA 361 - Brass
Credit Hours: 1
Prerequisite: Permission. Private instruction in brass instruments; weekly half-hour lessons. May be repeated for credit. Fall/Spring
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MUA 371 - Music Composition
Credit Hours: 1
Prerequisite: Permission. Weekly half-hour lessons in musical composition with an emphasis on creating a portfolio of diverse solo and chamber works. May be repeated for credit. Fall/Spring
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MUA 381 - Organ
Credit Hours: 1
Prerequisite: Permission. Private instruction in organ; weekly half-hour lessons. May be repeated for credit. Fall/Spring
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MUA 402 - Voice
Credit Hours: 2
Prerequisite: Permission. Private instruction in voice; weekly one-hour lessons and midweek recital attendance. May be repeated for credit. Fall/Spring
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MUA 412 - Piano
Credit Hours: 2
Prerequisite: Permission. Private instruction in piano; weekly one-hour lessons. May be repeated for credit. Fall/Spring
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MUA 422 - Woodwinds
Credit Hours: 2
Prerequisite: Permission. Private instruction in woodwind instruments; weekly one-hour lessons. May be repeated for credit. Fall/Spring
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MUA 432 - Guitar
Credit Hours: 2
Prerequisite: Permission. Private instruction in guitar; weekly one-hour lessons. May be repeated for credit. Fall/Spring
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MUA 442 - Percussion
Credit Hours: 2
Prerequisite: Permission. Private instruction in percussion instruments; weekly one-hour lessons. May be repeated for credit. Fall/Spring
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MUA 452 - Strings
Credit Hours: 2
Prerequisite: Permission. Private instruction in string instruments; weekly one-hour lessons. May be repeated for credit. Fall/Spring
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MUA 462 - Brass
Credit Hours: 2
Prerequisite: Permission. Private instruction in brass instruments; weekly one-hour lessons. May be repeated for credit. Fall/Spring
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MUA 472 - Music Composition
Credit Hours: 2
Prerequisite: Permission. Weekly one-hour lessons in musical composition with an emphasis on creating a portfolio of diverse solo and chamber works. May be repeated for credit. Fall/Spring
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MUA 482 - Organ
Credit Hours: 2
Prerequisite: Permission. Private instruction in organ; weekly one-hour lessons. May be repeated for credit. Fall/Spring
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MUA 491 - Senior Recital
Credit Hours: 1
Prerequisite: Permission. Recital on major instrument(s) or voice. Graded by faculty members of the music department in attendance at the music recital. A culminating experience of lower and upper division private lessons. Fall/Spring
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MUE 101 - Concert Band
Credit Hours: 1
The Concert Band is a large wind ensemble that performs a variety of repertoire arranged and composed specifically for band. The ensemble performs both on and off campus. Meets general education requirements.
Ensembles are open to all qualified students in the College and may be repeated for credit. Freshmen and Sophomores enroll in 100 level courses. Juniors and Seniors enroll in 300 level courses. MUE credits may be used to satisfy G.E. requirements. Five of the ensembles are designated major performing ensembles: Concert Band, Chapel Choir, Chorale, Jazz Band, and Orchestra. Fall/Spring
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MUE 111 - Chapel Choir
Credit Hours: 1
The Chapel Choir is a non-auditioned choral ensemble with a primary objective of performing sacred music for chapel services on Sundays. Emphasis is given to worship leadership through music as a ministry. Meets general education requirement.
Ensembles are open to all qualified students in the College and may be repeated for credit. Freshmen and Sophomores enroll in 100 level courses. Juniors and Seniors enroll in 300 level courses. MUE credits may be used to satisfy G.E. requirements. Five of the ensembles are designated major performing ensembles: Concert Band, Chapel Choir, Chorale, Jazz Band, and Orchestra. Fall/Spring
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MUE 121 - Chorale
Credit Hours: 1
Prerequisites: Audition and permission. The Chorale is an auditioned choral ensemble for students who have a desire to study and perform a wide variety of repertoire from the Renaissance, Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and Modern eras. The ensemble performs on and off campus, tours to area schools and churches, and travels both domestically and abroad. Meets general education requirement.
Ensembles are open to all qualified students in the College and may be repeated for credit. Freshmen and Sophomores enroll in 100 level courses. Juniors and Seniors enroll in 300 level courses. MUE credits may be used to satisfy G.E. requirements. Five of the ensembles are designated major performing ensembles: Concert Band, Chapel Choir, Chorale, Jazz Band, and Orchestra. Fall/Spring
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MUE 131 - Handbell Choir
Credit Hours: 1
The Handbell Choir is an instrumental ensemble which teaches the techniques of bell ringing. Some experience in reading music is necessary. Meets general education requirement.
Ensembles are open to all qualified students in the College and may be repeated for credit. Freshmen and Sophomores enroll in 100 level courses. Juniors and Seniors enroll in 300 level courses. MUE credits may be used to satisfy G.E. requirements. Five of the ensembles are designated major performing ensembles: Concert Band, Chapel Choir, Chorale, Jazz Band, and Orchestra. Fall/Spring
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MUE 151 - Instrumental Ensemble
Credit Hours: 1
Performance of classical chamber music by an instrumental ensemble of 3 to 8 players.
Ensembles are open to all qualified students in the College and may be repeated for credit. Freshmen and Sophomores enroll in 100 level courses. Juniors and Seniors enroll in 300 level courses. MUE credits may be used to satisfy G.E. requirements. Five of the ensembles are designated major performing ensembles: Concert Band, Chapel Choir, Chorale, Jazz Band, and Orchestra. Fall/Spring
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MUE 161 - Jazz Band
Credit Hours: 1
The Jazz Band is an auditioned ensemble with select instrumentation. The ensemble performs traditional big band arrangements and jazz standards both on and off campus.
Ensembles are open to all qualified students in the College and may be repeated for credit. Freshmen and Sophomores enroll in 100 level courses. Juniors and Seniors enroll in 300 level courses. MUE credits may be used to satisfy G.E. requirements. Five of the ensembles are designated major performing ensembles: Concert Band, Chapel Choir, Chorale, Jazz Band, and Orchestra. Fall/Spring
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MUE 171 - Pep Band
Credit Hours: 1
Performs at basketball games. Credit is Pass/Fail and does not count as an ensemble credit for music majors and minors.
Ensembles are open to all qualified students in the College and may be repeated for credit. Freshmen and Sophomores enroll in 100 level courses. Juniors and Seniors enroll in 300 level courses. MUE credits may be used to satisfy G.E. requirements. Five of the ensembles are designated major performing ensembles: Concert Band, Chapel Choir, Chorale, Jazz Band, and Orchestra. Fall/Spring
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MUE 181 - Musical Theatre Workshop
Credit Hours: 1
Prerequisite: Audition and permission. Musical Theatre Workshop provides opportunities for actors, singers, dancers, instrumentalists, and technicians to participate in multiple aspects of producing a musical or opera. Course is Pass/Fail.
Ensembles are open to all qualified students in the College and may be repeated for credit. Freshmen and Sophomores enroll in 100 level courses. Juniors and Seniors enroll in 300 level courses. MUE credits may be used to satisfy G.E. requirements. Five of the ensembles are designated major performing ensembles: Concert Band, Chapel Choir, Chorale, Jazz Band, and Orchestra. Spring
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MUE 191 - Orchestra
Credit Hours: 1
Prerequisite: Permission. The Orchestra is a large instrumental ensemble for wind, brass, percussion, and string players. The Orchestra performs one to two concerts per semester and presents a wide variety of repertoire from the Renaissance, Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and Modern eras. Meets general education requirement.
Ensembles are open to all qualified students in the College and may be repeated for credit. Freshmen and Sophomores enroll in 100 level courses. Juniors and Seniors enroll in 300 level courses. MUE credits may be used to satisfy G.E. requirements. Five of the ensembles are designated major performing ensembles: Concert Band, Chapel Choir, Chorale, Jazz Band, and Orchestra. Fall/Spring
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MUE 201 - Piano Chamber Ensemble
Credit Hours: 1
Performance of classical repertoire for piano four-hands, two pianos, piano trio, piano quartet, and piano quintet.
Ensembles are open to all qualified students in the College and may be repeated for credit. Freshmen and Sophomores enroll in 100 level courses. Juniors and Seniors enroll in 300 level courses. MUE credits may be used to satisfy G.E. requirements. Five of the ensembles are designated major performing ensembles: Concert Band, Chapel Choir, Chorale, Jazz Band, and Orchestra. Fall/Spring
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MUE 301 - Concert Band
Credit Hours: 1
The Concert Band is a large wind ensemble that performs a variety of repertoire arranged and composed specifically for band. The ensemble performs both on and off campus. Meets general education requirement.
Ensembles are open to all qualified students in the College and may be repeated for credit. Freshmen and Sophomores enroll in 100 level courses. Juniors and Seniors enroll in 300 level courses. MUE credits may be used to satisfy G.E. requirements. Five of the ensembles are designated major performing ensembles: Concert Band, Chapel Choir, Chorale, Jazz Band, and Orchestra. Fall/Spring
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MUE 311 - Chapel Choir
Credit Hours: 1
The Chapel Choir is a non-auditioned choral ensemble with a primary objective of performing sacred music for chapel services on Sundays. Emphasis is given to worship leadership through music as a ministry. Meets general education requirement.
Ensembles are open to all qualified students in the College and may be repeated for credit. Freshmen and Sophomores enroll in 100 level courses. Juniors and Seniors enroll in 300 level courses. MUE credits may be used to satisfy G.E. requirements. Five of the ensembles are designated major performing ensembles: Concert Band, Chapel Choir, Chorale, Jazz Band, and Orchestra. Fall/Spring
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MUE 321 - Chorale
Credit Hours: 1
Prerequisites: Audition and permission. The Chorale is an auditioned choral ensemble for students who have a desire to study and perform a wide variety of repertoire from the Renaissance, Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and Modern eras. The ensemble performs on and off campus, tours to area schools and churches, and travels both domestically and abroad. Meets general education requirement.
Ensembles are open to all qualified students in the College and may be repeated for credit. Freshmen and Sophomores enroll in 100 level courses. Juniors and Seniors enroll in 300 level courses. MUE credits may be used to satisfy G.E. requirements. Five of the ensembles are designated major performing ensembles: Concert Band, Chapel Choir, Chorale, Jazz Band, and Orchestra. Fall/Spring
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MUE 331 - Handbell Choir
Credit Hours: 1
The Handbell Choir is an instrumental ensemble which teaches the techniques of bell ringing. Some experience in reading music is necessary. Meets general education requirement.
Ensembles are open to all qualified students in the College and may be repeated for credit. Freshmen and Sophomores enroll in 100 level courses. Juniors and Seniors enroll in 300 level courses. MUE credits may be used to satisfy G.E. requirements. Five of the ensembles are designated major performing ensembles: Concert Band, Chapel Choir, Chorale, Jazz Band, and Orchestra. Fall/Spring
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MUE 351 - Instrumental Ensemble
Credit Hours: 1
Performance of classical chamber music by an instrumental ensemble of 3 to 8 players.
Ensembles are open to all qualified students in the College and may be repeated for credit. Freshmen and Sophomores enroll in 100 level courses. Juniors and Seniors enroll in 300 level courses. MUE credits may be used to satisfy G.E. requirements. Five of the ensembles are designated major performing ensembles: Concert Band, Chapel Choir, Chorale, Jazz Band, and Orchestra. Fall/Spring
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MUE 361 - Jazz Band
Credit Hours: 1
The Jazz Band is an auditioned ensemble with select instrumentation. The ensemble performs traditional big band arrangements and jazz standards both on and off campus.
Ensembles are open to all qualified students in the College and may be repeated for credit. Freshmen and Sophomores enroll in 100 level courses. Juniors and Seniors enroll in 300 level courses. MUE credits may be used to satisfy G.E. requirements. Five of the ensembles are designated major performing ensembles: Concert Band, Chapel Choir, Chorale, Jazz Band, and Orchestra. Fall/Spring
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MUE 371 - Pep Band
Credit Hours: 1
Performs at basketball games. Credit is Pass/Fail and does not count as an ensemble credit for music majors and minors.
Ensembles are open to all qualified students in the College and may be repeated for credit. Freshmen and Sophomores enroll in 100 level courses. Juniors and Seniors enroll in 300 level courses. MUE credits may be used to satisfy G.E. requirements. Five of the ensembles are designated major performing ensembles: Concert Band, Chapel Choir, Chorale, Jazz Band, and Orchestra. Fall/Spring
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MUE 381 - Musical Theatre Workshop
Credit Hours: 1
Prerequisite: Audition and permission. Musical Theatre Workshop provides opportunities for actors, singers, dancers, instrumentalists, and technicians to participate in multiple aspects of producing a musical or opera. Course is Pass/Fail.
Ensembles are open to all qualified students in the College and may be repeated for credit. Freshmen and Sophomores enroll in 100 level courses. Juniors and Seniors enroll in 300 level courses. MUE credits may be used to satisfy G.E. requirements. Five of the ensembles are designated major performing ensembles: Concert Band, Chapel Choir, Chorale, Jazz Band, and Orchestra. Spring
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MUE 391 - Orchestra
Credit Hours: 1
Prerequisite: Permission. The Orchestra is a large instrumental ensemble for wind, brass, percussion, and string players. The Orchestra performs one to two concerts per semester and presents a wide variety of repertoire from the Renaissance, Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and Modern eras. Meets general education requirement.
Ensembles are open to all qualified students in the College and may be repeated for credit. Freshmen and Sophomores enroll in 100 level courses. Juniors and Seniors enroll in 300 level courses. MUE credits may be used to satisfy G.E. requirements. Five of the ensembles are designated major performing ensembles: Concert Band, Chapel Choir, Chorale, Jazz Band, and Orchestra. Fall/Spring
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MUE 401 - Piano Chamber Ensemble
Credit Hours: 1
Performance of classical repertoire for piano four-hands, two pianos, piano trio, piano quartet, and piano quintet.
Ensembles are open to all qualified students in the College and may be repeated for credit. Freshmen and Sophomores enroll in 100 level courses. Juniors and Seniors enroll in 300 level courses. MUE credits may be used to satisfy G.E. requirements. Five of the ensembles are designated major performing ensembles: Concert Band, Chapel Choir, Chorale, Jazz Band, and Orchestra. Spring
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MUE 1411 - Jazz Combo
Credit Hours: 1
Performance of jazz standards by a select group of soloists.
Ensembles are open to all qualified students in the College and may be repeated for credit. Freshmen and Sophomores enroll in 100 level courses. Juniors and Seniors enroll in 300 level courses. MUE credits may be used to satisfy G.E. requirements. Five of the ensembles are designated major performing ensembles: Concert Band, Chapel Choir, Chorale, Jazz Band, and Orchestra. Fall/Spring
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MUE 3411 - Jazz Combo
Credit Hours: 1
Performance of jazz standards by a select group of soloists.
Ensembles are open to all qualified students in the College and may be repeated for credit. Freshmen and Sophomores enroll in 100 level courses. Juniors and Seniors enroll in 300 level courses. MUE credits may be used to satisfy G.E. requirements. Five of the ensembles are designated major performing ensembles: Concert Band, Chapel Choir, Chorale, Jazz Band, and Orchestra. Fall/Spring
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Theatre |
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DRM 103 - Exploration of Theatre
Credit Hours: 3
This course emphasizes memorable experiences for students by incorporating a hands-on approach to theatre activities such as costume designing, acting, playwriting, touring sets and theatre spaces, watching plays and musicals. As artists who believe there is significant value in increasing exposure to the fine arts, students will attend art exhibit openings, music concerts, and theatre performances for credit. Discussion about art and music will be included in the course as well. Additionally, participation in theatrical productions is encouraged. Fall/Spring
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DRM 101 - Freshman Theatre Practicum
Credit Hours: 1
A laboratory apprenticeship in the techniques of theatre production which includes crew work and acting in minor roles. This course may be repeated once. Fall/Spring
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DRM 113 - Introduction to Theatre Technology
Credit Hours: 3
This course introduces the student to the working relationships of theatrical designers and the basic principles of costume design, lighting design, scene design and organizational schemes for theatrical production. Fall
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DRM 163 - Vocal Training for the Stage
Credit Hours: 3
This is a performance course which addresses corrective speech appropriate for the theatre. This course studies domestic and international dialects as well as the international phonetic alphabet. The following critical thinking skills are applied to this course: interpretation and inference, concepts and ideas, and point of view. Fall
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DRM 173 - Movement Training for the Stage
Credit Hours: 3
This course is a study in basic actor training for the purpose of discovering the logical sequence of physical actions appropriate for character development. The training will focus on movement as a means of tuning the actor’s instrument. Spring
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DRM 193 - Music Theatre Dance I
Credit Hours: 3
This course introduces the basic fundamentals of ballet, jazz, and tap emphasizing the proper execution of dance techniques and styles. Students are required to provide their own dance shoes and attire. Fall
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DRM 20V - Sophomore Theatre Practicum
Credit Hours: 1-3
Prerequisite: permission. This course is a variable hour laboratory course in techniques of theatrical production. This course will require the student’s participation in play production work. Fall/Spring
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DRM 213 - Stagecraft and Construction
Credit Hours: 3
The field of study for this course includes reading and interpreting theatrical scene designs for basic stage units of scenery. In addition, this course will include scene construction, rigging and shifting of stage scenery. Spring
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DRM 223 - Dramatic Structure and Analysis
Credit Hours: 3
This course is the study of dramatic literature emphasizing play structure. The course is designed to help theatre practitioners (actors, directors, designers, technicians, and playwrights) read analytically in order to initiate and make informed decisions regarding elements of production. The course will include historical perspectives of dramatic structure from noteworthy periods and styles. Fall-Odd
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DRM 293 - Music Theatre Dance II
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: DRM 193 or permission. This course is designed for the student who has studied and successfully accomplished a beginning level of dance technique. This course moves beyond the basic understanding of dance to expanded technical development and encourages artistic growth of the performer. Students are required to provide their own dance shoes and attire. Spring
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DRM 30V - Junior Theatre Practicum
Credit Hours: 1-3
Prerequisite: permission. A variable hour laboratory course designed as an extension of DRM 101 and DRM 20V (1-3), this course will concentrate on advanced stagecraft techniques, acting in major roles, heading production crews and management supervisory work. Fall/Spring
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DRM 313 - Costuming and Makeup
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: DRM 113 or permission. The field of study for this course is twofold. First, it will focus on costume design, the history of fashion, and basic rendering techniques for costume design. Second, this course provides students with fundamentals of the art and techniques of applying theatrical makeup to the body. Makeup kits are required for this course. Fall-Odd
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DRM 323 - Playwriting
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: DRM 223 or permission. A study in the art of writing for the stage. This course will investigate dramatic structures, writing dialogue, character developments, ideas for scripts and a final project, which in the case of exceptional merit arrangements will be made for public performances of a finished script. Spring-Even
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DRM 333 - History of Western Theatre
Credit Hours: 3
The field of study for this course rests with significant developments in theatre which have had lasting ramifications on the way in which theatre is perceived and made. Beginning with the origins of recorded western drama, this course will survey major eras of history leading to important trends of contemporary theatre. Fall-Even
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DRM 343 - Lighting Design
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: DRM 113 or permission. This course introduces to the student lighting design with an emphasis on practical application. The field of study for this course will include electrical wiring, characteristics of lighting instruments, principles of color in light, and technical lighting crew work. Spring
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DRM 353 - Scene Design
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: either DRM 113 , DRM 213 or permission. The field of study involved in this course emphasizes script analysis, the history of architectural period styles, drawings used in theatrical design and model building. Fall-Even
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DRM 363 - Music Theatre History
Credit Hours: 3
This course is a survey of the history of music theatre in America, tracing the development of the operetta through the “book” musical to contemporary production of concept musicals. The libretti and the musical scores will be emphasized from the works of Cohan and Kern to Webber and Sondheim. Spring-Odd
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DRM 373 - Acting I
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: either DRM 163 , DRM 173 or permission. A beginning course in character development and projection of alternative characters through physical, vocal and mental disciplines. Emphasis is on solo and duet acting. Fall
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DRM 383 - Business of the Performing Arts
Credit Hours: 3
A study of basic business and legal issues for performers. This course will emphasize information regarding personal managers, attorneys, agents, contract negotiations, performance unions, royalty and copyright basics, audition procedures and tour and performance merchandising. Spring-Even
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DRM 393 - Exploration of Ballroom Dancing
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: permission. Students must register with a partner. Long before dance became a complex art, people delighted in swaying, circling, and stamping out rhythms. People have danced for the purposes of ritual, as well as religious ceremony. This course will emphasize the origin and development of social dance as a means of expression, recreation and entertainment. We will study the social, cultural, and political implications that shaped the various styles of “modern ballroom dance,” such as the Waltz, Fox Trot, Tango, Mambo, Samba, Cha-Cha and Swing, as well as learn the proper techniques for these styles of social dance. Offered Occasionally
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DRM 40V - Senior Theatre Practicum
Credit Hours: 1-3
Prerequisite: permission. A variable hour course designed as an extension of the lower division practicum, this course will emphasize direction and management. Selected students will be permitted to work as assistant directors, theatre business managers or in other managerial and directorial work associated with the theatre. Fall/Spring
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DRM 403 - Speech and Theatre Ed Methods
Credit Hours: 3
This course is designed to prepare majors in Speech and Theatre Education for the teaching profession. Students will become familiar with speech and theatre instructional practices and resources and be given opportunities to create curriculum and instructional activities. Two credit hours of this course will apply directly to materials and teaching methods within the discipline (Speech/Theatre faculty). One credit hour will cover lesson planning, classroom management, and lesson presentation skills to provide a common core wherein students are enabled to meet the needs of all learners (Education faculty). A ten-hour field component is required to promote the link of theory and practice. Spring-Even
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DRM 413 - Music Theatre Dance III
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: DRM 293 or permission. This course is an intensive study of dance in which the student will use a technical foundation, embellished with proper style, to execute more intricate and complex dance movements. Student choreography will be emphasized as well as more sophisticated levels of performance. Spring
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DRM 411 - Seminar in Theatre Career Planning
Credit Hours: 1
This course is designed to assist the student with graduate school and/or career planning. The student will engage in an actual graduate school search or job placement. A study of cover letters, resumés, recommendations and interviewing techniques will be included. Offered Occasionally
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DRM 423 - Theatre Production Thesis
Credit Hours: 3
This course is the culmination of all theatre courses for senior students. The course will require the student to participate in a production as a director, designer and/or actor for the purpose of assessing artistic achievement. Offered Occasionally
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DRM 433 - Theatre Management
Credit Hours: 3
This laboratory course in theatre management emphasizes business, promotion, box office, house, stage and shop management. Laboratory experience will be provided in all management areas and crews for theatre productions. Offered Occasionally
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DRM 443 - Directing I
Credit Hours: 3
The students in this course will experience the process of developing directorial vision through play analysis and interpretation. By applying their directorial vision to basic directing principles presented, studied and practiced during class time, students will participate in class projects by directing scenes and short-act plays. Fall
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DRM 453 - Directing II: Producing and Directing a Play
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: DRM 443 or permission. Selecting and preparing a script for production, each student must direct and be involved in all other production and management aspects of a publicly presented play. Spring
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DRM 463 - Acting II
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: either DRM 163 , DRM 173 or permission. This advanced course provides analysis of alternative acting theories as well as further training in solo, duet and ensemble role development. At least one performance in a play or an evening of scenes is required. Spring
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DRM 47V - Drama Ministry Practicum
Credit Hours: 1-3
Working with pastors, ministers or a Christian organization, students will participate in the presentation of Christian drama in a worship setting. Students will be responsible for the script, actors, costumes, props, lights and rehearsals. An accumulation of three credit hours is required for the Drama Ministry emphasis. Fall/Spring
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DRM 48V - Drama Internship
Credit Hours: 1-6
Prerequisite: permission. This course is designed for practical and supervised theatre experience in an off-campus entertainment organization. In order to be eligible for this course, the student must be selected for placement in the professional entertainment industry either in technical stage work, performance or management. Pass/Fail. Fall/Spring
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DRM 49V - Theatre Special Problems
Credit Hours: 1-3
Prerequisite: permission. This course provides special attention given to study, research and practice in one area of theatre selected by the student and approved by the instructor. Conferences between the student and instructor will take place as needed to insure continuity in the course. However, the emphasis will remain on independent study. A paper or performance project is required. This course may be taken for a total of no more than eight credit hours. Fall/Spring
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