Composition concentration
MSC 215 Music Theory III| A study of chromatic tonal harmony, including secondary dominants, augmented sixth chords, tertian extensions, altered chords and advanced modulation. Aspects of form and analysis. Prerequisite: MSC 116 with a C- or better, or permission of
the instructor. 2 credits. |
| A study of 20th-century compositional techniques, including modal and whole-tone materials, quartal harmony, polychords, atonality, serialism and various rhythmic and metric procedures. Aspects of form and analysis. Prerequisite: MSC 215 with a C- or better, or permission of
the instructor. 2 credits. |
| A continuation of MSC 118, with emphasis on chromatic harmony, including singing and aural recognition of tonicizations, modulations, and more complex rhythmic relationships. Prerequisite: MSC 116 and MSC 118 with a C- or better, or
permission of the instructor. 2 credits. |
| Third course in the sequence designed for music majors in preparing for piano proficiency. Prerequisite: MSC 151 with a minimum of C- or better, or
permission of the instructor. 1 credit. |
| Fourth course in the sequence designed for music majors in preparing for piano proficiency. Prerequisite: MSC 252 with a minimum of C- or
better, or permission of the instructor. 1 credit. |
| Introductory work in strict counterpoint through three- and four-part work in all the species. 2 credits. |
| An advanced course in analysis, focusing on the methodologies and concepts of music design originated by the Austrian theorist Heinrich Schenker. Emphasis is placed on the appropriate use of symbols and terminology in the reading and construction of graphs of complete tonal compositions. Prerequisite: MSC 216 or permission of instructor. 3 credits. |
| A study of instrumentation and the devices and techniques for scoring transcriptions, arrangements and solos for orchestra and band, with special emphasis on practical scoring for mixed ensembles as they occur in public schools. Laboratory analysis and performance. Scoring of original works. 2 credits. |
| Additional fees apply. May be repeated for credit. Restricted to music majors & minors or by permission of the
instructor. 1 credit. |
(4 semesters)
Instrumental concentration
MSC 215 Music Theory III| A study of chromatic tonal harmony, including secondary dominants, augmented sixth chords, tertian extensions, altered chords and advanced modulation. Aspects of form and analysis. Prerequisite: MSC 116 with a C- or better, or permission of
the instructor. 2 credits. |
| A study of 20th-century compositional techniques, including modal and whole-tone materials, quartal harmony, polychords, atonality, serialism and various rhythmic and metric procedures. Aspects of form and analysis. Prerequisite: MSC 215 with a C- or better, or permission of
the instructor. 2 credits. |
| A continuation of MSC 118, with emphasis on chromatic harmony, including singing and aural recognition of tonicizations, modulations, and more complex rhythmic relationships. Prerequisite: MSC 116 and MSC 118 with a C- or better, or
permission of the instructor. 2 credits. |
| Principles of conducting and baton technique. Students conduct ensembles derived from class personnel. 2 credits. |
| Third course in the sequence designed for music majors in preparing for piano proficiency. Prerequisite: MSC 151 with a minimum of C- or better, or
permission of the instructor. 1 credit. |
| Fourth course in the sequence designed for music majors in preparing for piano proficiency. Prerequisite: MSC 252 with a minimum of C- or
better, or permission of the instructor. 1 credit. |
| Emphasis on practical work with instrumental groups. Rehearsal techniques are applied through individual experience. Prerequisite: MSC 246 or permission of the instructor. 2 credits. |
| A survey of teaching materials that relate to the student's performance area. Students may be expected to apply teaching procedures in a laboratory situation. May be repeated for credit as topic changes. 2 credits. |
(PPM)
MSC 405 Instrumental Literature| A survey of literature (solo and chamber) that relate to the student's performance area. May be repeated for credit as topic changes. 2 credits. |
(PPM)
MSC 416 Orchestration| A study of instrumentation and the devices and techniques for scoring transcriptions, arrangements and solos for orchestra and band, with special emphasis on practical scoring for mixed ensembles as they occur in public schools. Laboratory analysis and performance. Scoring of original works. 2 credits. |
2 semesters of 100 level MUI (if concentration
is on instrument other than PPM)
Individualized concentration
Students will work with a faculty mentor to create a rationale and course-plan for a self-designed concentration for a total of 20 credits, including 8 credits at MSC 200 or higher, in addition to the core. The topic of the concentration must align with expertise of faculty at LVC and include both knowledge-based (history, survey) and skills-based (hands on) courses.
Jazz concentration
MSC 215 Music Theory III| A study of chromatic tonal harmony, including secondary dominants, augmented sixth chords, tertian extensions, altered chords and advanced modulation. Aspects of form and analysis. Prerequisite: MSC 116 with a C- or better, or permission of
the instructor. 2 credits. |
| A continuation of MSC 118, with emphasis on chromatic harmony, including singing and aural recognition of tonicizations, modulations, and more complex rhythmic relationships. Prerequisite: MSC 116 and MSC 118 with a C- or better, or
permission of the instructor. 2 credits. |
| A study of jazz theory, including notation, extended chords, improvisation and practice. Prerequisites: MSC 115, MSC 116 and MSC 215. 2 credits. |
| This comprehensive course explores the evolution of jazz music from its origins to its diverse contemporary forms. Through a blend of lectures, discussions, listening sessions, and analysis of key musicians and compositions, students will gain an in-depth understanding of the historical, cultural, and artistic developments that have shaped jazz over the years. Prerequisites: MSC 115, MSC 116 and MSC 215. 3 credits. |
| This course provides students a hands-on opportunity to learn contemporary keyboard and piano methods. Building upon basic keyboard technique and music theory, students will develop keyboard skills and concepts and apply them in the areas of music styles such as pop, rock, jazz, blues, contemporary worship and more. The experience will capitalize on the group classroom set-up to give students an opportunity to use the keyboard (piano, organ, and synth) in a variety of settings including piano accompaniment, comping and improvising in a band, and keyboard use in recording and studio environments. Prerequisite: Take MSC-151, or permission of the instructor. 1 credit. |
| A study of instrumentation and the devices and techniques for scoring transcriptions, arrangements and solos for orchestra and band, with special emphasis on practical scoring for mixed ensembles as they occur in public schools. Laboratory analysis and performance. Scoring of original works. 2 credits. |
| The Contemporary Styles Combo is a small group ensemble dedicated to the performance of jazz-related styles (Bebop, Fusion, Latin, etc.), in addition to other popular styles (Rock, Pop, Funk, etc). Emphasis is on learning and performing repertoire from a variety of styles, improvisation, and collaboration. This course may be repeated for credit as topic changes. 1/2 credit. |
| Additional fees apply. May be repeated for credit. Restricted to music majors & minors or by permission of the
instructor. 1 credit. |
Four credits (2-4 semesters) from the following:
MUI 160 Individual Instruction: Jazz Studies
Guitar| Additional fees apply. May be repeated for credit. Restricted to music majors & minors or by permission of the
instructor. 1 credit. |
| Additional fees apply. May be repeated for credit. Restricted to music majors & minors or by permission of the
instructor. 1 credit. |
| Additional fees apply. May be repeated for credit. Restricted to music majors & minors or by permission of the
instructor. 1 credit. |
| Additional fees apply. May be repeated for credit. Restricted to music majors & minors or by permission of the
instructor. 1 credit. |
| Additional fees apply. May be repeated for credit. Restricted to music majors & minors or by permission of the
instructor. 1 credit. |
| Additional fees apply. May be repeated for credit. Enrollment restricted to music majors. 2 credits. |
| Additional fees apply. May be repeated for credit. Enrollment restricted to music majors. 2 credits. |
| Additional fees apply. May be repeated for credit. Enrollment restricted to music majors. 2 credits. |
| Additional fees apply. May be repeated for credit. Enrollment restricted to music majors. 2 credits. |
| Additional fees apply. May be repeated for credit. Enrollment restricted to music majors. 2 credits. |
Organ concentration
MSC 215 Music Theory III| A study of chromatic tonal harmony, including secondary dominants, augmented sixth chords, tertian extensions, altered chords and advanced modulation. Aspects of form and analysis. Prerequisite: MSC 116 with a C- or better, or permission of
the instructor. 2 credits. |
| A study of 20th-century compositional techniques, including modal and whole-tone materials, quartal harmony, polychords, atonality, serialism and various rhythmic and metric procedures. Aspects of form and analysis. Prerequisite: MSC 215 with a C- or better, or permission of
the instructor. 2 credits. |
| A continuation of MSC 118, with emphasis on chromatic harmony, including singing and aural recognition of tonicizations, modulations, and more complex rhythmic relationships. Prerequisite: MSC 116 and MSC 118 with a C- or better, or
permission of the instructor. 2 credits. |
| A historical survey of representative organ literature from earliest times to the present day. 2 credits. |
| Designed with a practical focus, this course surveys various methods of organ teaching. Laboratory teaching and selection of appropriate technical materials for all levels are included. 2 credits. |
| Under the guidance of piano instructor, the piano concentration student prepares accompaniments for recital performance. One credit per semester is given for one solo recital or two half recitals. A maximum of two credits, usually distributed over the last three
years, may be earned. 1-2 credits. |
| Additional fees apply. May be repeated for credit. Restricted to music majors & minors or by permission of the
instructor. 1 credit. |
(4 semesters if organ is not PPM)
Piano concentration
MSC 215 Music Theory III| A study of chromatic tonal harmony, including secondary dominants, augmented sixth chords, tertian extensions, altered chords and advanced modulation. Aspects of form and analysis. Prerequisite: MSC 116 with a C- or better, or permission of
the instructor. 2 credits. |
| A study of 20th-century compositional techniques, including modal and whole-tone materials, quartal harmony, polychords, atonality, serialism and various rhythmic and metric procedures. Aspects of form and analysis. Prerequisite: MSC 215 with a C- or better, or permission of
the instructor. 2 credits. |
| A continuation of MSC 118, with emphasis on chromatic harmony, including singing and aural recognition of tonicizations, modulations, and more complex rhythmic relationships. Prerequisite: MSC 116 and MSC 118 with a C- or better, or
permission of the instructor. 2 credits. |
| A survey of the development of the piano and its literature with emphasis on piano methods books and related materials. 2 credits. |
| Score reading and the realization of figured bass at the keyboard, transposition and improvisation. Prerequisite: The successful completion of a piano
proficiency jury is required for admission to the course. 2 credits. |
| A practical course that explores fundamental principles necessary to be an effective piano teacher. Subjects include practice techniques, memorization and the selection of appropriate technical materials for both beginners and advanced students. Laboratory teaching may be required of the student. 2 credits. |
| Under the guidance of piano instructor, the piano concentration student prepares accompaniments for recital performance. One credit per semester is given for one solo recital or two half recitals. A maximum of two credits, usually distributed over the last three
years, may be earned. 1-2 credits. |
| Additional fees apply. May be repeated for credit. Restricted to music majors & minors or by permission of the
instructor. 1 credit. |
(4 semesters if piano is not PPM)
Sacred Music concentration
MED 334 Choral Literature and Methods| A study of literature, materials and approaches appropriate for choral and general music classes in grades 5-12. Fulfills requirement: . 3 credits. |
| Principles of conducting and baton technique. Students conduct ensembles derived from class personnel. 2 credits. |
| Third course in the sequence designed for music majors in preparing for piano proficiency. Prerequisite: MSC 151 with a minimum of C- or better, or
permission of the instructor. 1 credit. |
| Fourth course in the sequence designed for music majors in preparing for piano proficiency. Prerequisite: MSC 252 with a minimum of C- or
better, or permission of the instructor. 1 credit. |
| A course that acquaints students with the church music program. Includes the development of a choir program, methods and techniques of rehearsal, budget preparation, and committee and pastoral relationships. 3 credits. |
| Additional fees apply. May be repeated for credit. Restricted to music majors & minors or by permission of the
instructor. 1 credit. |
(4 semesters if organ is not PPM)
One from the following:
MSC 345 Advanced Instrumental Conducting| Emphasis on practical work with instrumental groups. Rehearsal techniques are applied through individual experience. Prerequisite: MSC 246 or permission of the instructor. 2 credits. |
| Emphasis is on advanced technique with and without baton, score preparation, interpretation and pedagogy relating to choral organizations. Prerequisite: MSC 246 or permission of the instructor. 2 credits. |
One from the following:
MSC 218 Jazz Theory| A study of jazz theory, including notation, extended chords, improvisation and practice. Prerequisites: MSC 115, MSC 116 and MSC 215. 2 credits. |
| Additional fees apply. May be repeated for credit. Restricted to music majors & minors or by permission of the
instructor. 1 credit. |
| A study of chromatic tonal harmony, including secondary dominants, augmented sixth chords, tertian extensions, altered chords and advanced modulation. Aspects of form and analysis. Prerequisite: MSC 116 with a C- or better, or permission of
the instructor. 2 credits. |
| A study of 20th-century compositional techniques, including modal and whole-tone materials, quartal harmony, polychords, atonality, serialism and various rhythmic and metric procedures. Aspects of form and analysis. Prerequisite: MSC 215 with a C- or better, or permission of
the instructor. 2 credits. |
| A continuation of MSC 118, with emphasis on chromatic harmony, including singing and aural recognition of tonicizations, modulations, and more complex rhythmic relationships. Prerequisite: MSC 116 and MSC 118 with a C- or better, or
permission of the instructor. 2 credits. |
| Third course in the sequence designed for music majors in preparing for piano proficiency. Prerequisite: MSC 151 with a minimum of C- or better, or
permission of the instructor. 1 credit. |
| Fourth course in the sequence designed for music majors in preparing for piano proficiency. Prerequisite: MSC 252 with a minimum of C- or
better, or permission of the instructor. 1 credit. |
| Introductory work in strict counterpoint through three- and four-part work in all the species. 2 credits. |
| Score reading and the realization of figured bass at the keyboard, transposition and improvisation. Prerequisite: The successful completion of a piano
proficiency jury is required for admission to the course. 2 credits. |
| An advanced course in analysis, focusing on the methodologies and concepts of music design originated by the Austrian theorist Heinrich Schenker. Emphasis is placed on the appropriate use of symbols and terminology in the reading and construction of graphs of complete tonal compositions. Prerequisite: MSC 216 or permission of instructor. 3 credits. |
| A study of instrumentation and the devices and techniques for scoring transcriptions, arrangements and solos for orchestra and band, with special emphasis on practical scoring for mixed ensembles as they occur in public schools. Laboratory analysis and performance. Scoring of original works. 2 credits. |
| Additional fees apply. May be repeated for credit. Restricted to music majors & minors or by permission of the
instructor. 1 credit. |
Voice concentration
MSC 215 Music Theory III| A study of chromatic tonal harmony, including secondary dominants, augmented sixth chords, tertian extensions, altered chords and advanced modulation. Aspects of form and analysis. Prerequisite: MSC 116 with a C- or better, or permission of
the instructor. 2 credits. |
| A continuation of MSC 118, with emphasis on chromatic harmony, including singing and aural recognition of tonicizations, modulations, and more complex rhythmic relationships. Prerequisite: MSC 116 and MSC 118 with a C- or better, or
permission of the instructor. 2 credits. |
| An introduction to the pronunciation of singer's English, German, French, Italian and Latin, utilizing the International Phonetic Alphabet. Required of voice concentration majors, the course is open to other students with permission of the instructor. 2 credits. |
| Third course in the sequence designed for music majors in preparing for piano proficiency. Prerequisite: MSC 151 with a minimum of C- or better, or
permission of the instructor. 1 credit. |
| A survey of solo vocal literature with emphasis on teaching repertoire. Extensive listening is required. Students may have opportunities to perform the works studied. 2 credits. |
| This course prepares the advanced voice student to teach private lessons at the secondary school level. Students are expected to develop vocal exercise procedures, become familiar with suitable teaching repertoire and apply teaching procedures in a laboratory situation. Selected writings in vocal pedagogy and voice therapy will be studied. 2 credits. |
| Additional fees apply. May be repeated for credit. Restricted to music majors & minors or by permission of the
instructor. 1 credit. |
(2 semesters, if voice is not PPM)