Administered by the Department of Music and Theatre
Undergraduate Study
The Department of Music and Theatre offers a strong undergraduate music program, where students study with full-time faculty professionals in a supportive environment that encourages students to become their best. Two degrees are offered in music: a Bachelor of Music, which is more specialized and contains fewer general education requirements; and a Bachelor of Arts degree with a major in music. (The Department of Music and Theatre also administers the Theatre Program, see Theatre and Performing Arts.)
The music curriculum provides:
- A comprehensive program of professional studies for students who wish to prepare for careers in music, including teaching, performance, and composition, and for students who plan to pursue graduate studies in music.
- Courses in music literature, theory, and areas of performance for all students, regardless of major.
The department embodies the land-grant philosophy of service to the people of the state with a faculty of active scholars, teachers, and artists committed to excellence in teaching, creative/scholarly work, and arts outreach. The department is an accredited institutional member of the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM).
Student Learning Outcomes
Music graduates will understand and demonstrate:
- Knowledge of musical cultural heritage and history, including awareness of music of diverse cultures
- Appreciation for musical creativity, reasoning, and the aesthetic value of music
- Analytical skills necessary for listening, performing and teaching, including knowledge of musical organization and structures
- Skills necessary to perform music from a variety of styles, periods, and genres
- Necessary abilities to communicate ideas musically, verbally, and in writing
Assessment measures include the continuation examination, graduating senior surveys and exit interviews, public performances, senior projects, course grades, teacher certification (for music education students), and the National Association of Schools of Music accreditation review.
Curricula Available to Music Majors
Students interested in pursuing an emphasis in music theater should see Theatre and Performing Arts.
As majors in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, Music students must meet College of Liberal Arts and Sciences and University-wide requirements for graduation in addition to those stated below for the degree (Bachelor of Music) or major (Music Major, B.A.).
Bachelor of Music
This curriculum leads to the degree bachelor of music. This degree is more specialized and contains fewer general education requirements than the bachelor of arts degree with a major in music. Students in this curriculum choose between options in education, performance, and composition. To obtain a bachelor of music degree, a student must earn a minimum of 122 credits, including a minimum of 32 credits in residence at Iowa State University and a minimum of 45 advanced credits in courses numbered 3000 or above and must meet all of the requirements specified below.
Students in all ISU majors must complete a three-credit course in U.S. Cultures and Communities and a three-credit course in International Perspectives. Check (http://www.registrar.iastate.edu/courses/div-ip-guide.html) for a list of approved courses. Discuss with your advisor how the two courses that you select can be applied to your graduation plan.
Courses taken on a pass/not pass basis may be counted toward the required total credits, and may be used to meet the advanced credit requirement, if appropriate, but may not be used to satisfy any other graduation requirement.
Degree Requirements
| GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS (Students choosing the music education option should consult their advisors.) 31 cr. | ||
| Social Science | 6 | |
| Humanities | 6 | |
| MUSIC 3830 | History of Music I | 3 |
| MUSIC 3840 | History of Music II | 3 |
| Natural Sciences | 3 | |
| Mathematics, Natural Sciences | 6 | |
| Electives: Educ. 2040, 4060, or any other non-music classes. | 4 | |
| OTHER REQUIREMENTS 16 Cr. | ||
| ENGL 1500 | Critical Thinking and Communication | 3 |
| ENGL 2500 | Written, Oral, Visual, and Electronic Composition * | 3 |
| LIB 1600 | Introduction to College Level Research | 1 |
| World Languages and Cultures | 8 | |
| LAS 2030 | Professional Career Preparation | 1 |
| MUSIC CORE 41 CR. | ||
| MUSIC 1200 | Introduction to Music Literature and Styles | 3 |
| MUSIC 2240 | Music Theory I | 4 |
| MUSIC 2250 | Aural Theory I | 1 |
| MUSIC 2340 | Music Theory II | 3 |
| MUSIC 2350 | Aural Theory II | 1 |
| MUSIC 3340 | Music Theory III | 3 |
| MUSIC 3350 | Aural Theory III | 1 |
| MUSIC 3440 | Music Theory IV | 3 |
| MUSIC 3450 | Aural Theory IV | 1 |
| MUSIC 3610 | Conducting I | 2 |
| All of the following are required, 12 cr. minimum total: | 12 | |
| MUSIC 1190 | Applied Music for Majors | |
| MUSIC 2190 | Applied Music for Majors | |
| MUSIC 3190 | Applied Music for Majors | |
| MUSIC 4190 | Applied Music for Majors | |
| Ensembles: see Ensemble Requirement and Options below for details | 7 | |
| MUSIC 4200 | Junior/Senior Recital | R |
| OPTION: select from the list below | 34-54.5 | |
| Total Credits | 122-142.5 | |
Select one of the following options:
- Vocal Education K-12
- Instrumental Education K-12
- Voice
- Piano
- Organ
- String instruments
- Wind or percussion instrument
- Composition
Vocal Education K-12, 54.5 Credits (Also see Index, Teacher Education.) MUSIC CLASSES TAKEN BY OTHER BACHELOR OF MUSIC STUDENTS REQUIRE MINIMUM GRADE C-, AND SUPPLEMENTAL MUSIC OPTION COURSES REQUIRE MINIMUM GRADE C.
| MUSIC 2480 | Technology in Music Instruction | 2 |
| MUSIC 2660 | Introduction to Music Education | 2 |
| MUSIC 3270B | Functional Piano: Voice Majors | 2 |
| MUSIC 3580A | Lab Ensemble: Choral | R |
| MUSIC 3600 | Voice Pedagogy | 2 |
| MUSIC 3620A | Conducting II: Choral Conducting Techniques | 2 |
| MUSIC 3660 | Methods of Music Education | 2 |
| MUSIC 3670 | Choral Literature | 2 |
| MUSIC 3740 | Instrumental Methods for Vocalists | 1 |
| 8 credits of each of the following: | 16 | |
| Student Teaching: Music-Elementary | ||
| Student Teaching: Music-Secondary | ||
| MUSIC 4650 | Choral Materials and Methods | 2 |
| MUSIC 4660 | Program Development and Evaluation in Music Education | 2 |
| Credit in the following: | 4.5 | |
| Pre-Student Teaching Experience I: Music | ||
| Pre-Student Teaching Experience III: Music (repeatable) | ||
| One of the following: | 3 | |
| Opera Studio: Opera/Operetta | ||
| Opera Studio: Music Theater | ||
| Musical Theatre History and Performance | ||
| Musical Theatre Auditions and Performance | ||
| EDUC 4260 | Principles of Secondary Education | 3 |
| SPED 4010 | Teaching Secondary Students with Exceptionalities in General Education | 3 |
| Total Credits | 48.5 | |
Complementary Courses for Vocal Education K-12
| EDUC 2040 | Social Foundations of Education in the United States: Secondary | 3 |
| EDUC 4060 | Teaching and Learning in a Pluralistic Society: Secondary | 3 |
| PSYCH 2300 | Developmental Psychology | 3 |
Instrumental Education K-12, 53.5-54.5 credits (Also see Index, Teacher Education.) MUSIC CLASSES TAKEN BY OTHER BACHELOR OF MUSIC STUDENTS REQUIRE MINIMUM GRADE C-, AND SUPPLEMENTAL MUSIC OPTION COURSES REQUIRE MINIMUM GRADE C.
| MUSIC 2480 | Technology in Music Instruction | 2 |
| MUSIC 2660 | Introduction to Music Education | 2 |
| MUSIC 3500 | Instrumental Techniques: Strings | 1 |
| MUSIC 3510 | Instrumental Techniques: Clarinet, Flute, Saxophone | 2 |
| MUSIC 3520 | Instrumental Techniques: Oboe, Bassoon | 1 |
| MUSIC 3530 | Instrumental Techniques: Trumpet, Horn | 1 |
| MUSIC 3540 | Instrumental Techniques: Trombone, Baritone, Tuba | 1 |
| MUSIC 3550 | Instrumental Techniques: Percussion | 1 |
| MUSIC 3580B | Lab Ensemble: Instrumental | R |
| MUSIC 3620B | Conducting II: Instrumental Conducting Techniques | 2 |
| MUSIC 3660 | Methods of Music Education | 2 |
| MUSIC 3750 | Choral Methods for Instrumentalists | 1 |
| One of the following: | 1-2 | |
| Marching Band and Jazz Ensemble Techniques (2 cr.) | ||
| String Pedagogy (1 cr) | ||
| MUSIC 4640 | Instrumental Administration, Materials, and Methods | 2 |
| MUSIC 4660 | Program Development and Evaluation in Music Education | 2 |
| 8 credits of each of the following: | 16 | |
| Student Teaching: Music-Elementary | ||
| Student Teaching: Music-Secondary | ||
| Credit in the following: | 4.5 | |
| Pre-Student Teaching Experience I: Music | ||
| Pre-Student Teaching Experience III: Music (repeatable) | ||
| EDUC 4260 | Principles of Secondary Education | 3 |
| SPED 4010 | Teaching Secondary Students with Exceptionalities in General Education | 3 |
| Total Credits | 47.5-48.5 | |
Complementary Courses for Instrumental Education K-12
| EDUC 2040 | Social Foundations of Education in the United States: Secondary | 3 |
| EDUC 4060 | Teaching and Learning in a Pluralistic Society: Secondary | 3 |
| PSYCH 2300 | Developmental Psychology | 3 |
Voice, 34 credits
| MUSIC 3270B | Functional Piano: Voice Majors | 2 |
| Additional credits in these courses: | 8 | |
| Applied Music: Majors: Voice | ||
| Applied Music: Voice | ||
| MUSIC 3240 | English and Italian Diction for Singing | 2 |
| MUSIC 3250 | French and German Diction for Singing | 2 |
| MUSIC 3600 | Voice Pedagogy | 2 |
| MUSIC 4400 | Seminar in Music Theory | 3 |
| MUSIC 4460 | Sound Synthesis Design for Electronic Music | 3 |
| MUSIC 4720 | History of American Music | 3 |
| MUSIC 4150A | Literature and Pedagogy in Applied Music: Voice (Lit.) | 2 |
| Second world language | 8 | |
| Electives | 2 | |
| Total Credits | 37 | |
Piano, 34 credits
| Additional credits in these courses: | 12 | |
| MUSIC 1190B | Applied Music for Majors: Piano | 2-3 |
| MUSIC 2190B | Applied Music: Majors: Piano | 1-3 |
| MUSIC 3190B | Applied Music: Majors: Piano | 1-3 |
| MUSIC 4190B | Applied Music: Piano | 1-3 |
| 5 credits from: | 5 | |
| MUSIC 3210 | Advanced Ensemble | |
| MUSIC 3270A | Functional Piano: Keyboard majors | 2 |
| 5 credits from: | 5 | |
| MUSIC 4150B | Literature and Pedagogy in Applied Music: Piano (Lit. & Ped.) | 1-4 |
| One of the following: | 3 | |
| MUSIC 4400 | Seminar in Music Theory | 3 |
| MUSIC 4460 | Sound Synthesis Design for Electronic Music | 3 |
| MUSIC 4720 | History of American Music | 3 |
| Electives | 4 | |
| Total Credits | 46-56 | |
Organ, 34 credits
| Credits from these courses: | 4 | |
| Applied Music for Majors: Piano | ||
| Applied Music: Majors: Piano | ||
| Additional credits in these courses: | 8 | |
| Applied Music: Majors: Organ | ||
| Applied Music: Organ | ||
| MUSIC 3000 level or above | 3 | |
| 5 credits from: | 5 | |
| MUSIC 4150C | Literature and Pedagogy in Applied Music: Organ (Lit. & Ped.) | 1-4 |
| MUSIC 4720 | History of American Music | 3 |
| One of the following: | 3 | |
| Seminar in Music Theory | ||
| Sound Synthesis Design for Electronic Music | ||
| Second world language | 8 | |
| Total Credits | 35-38 | |
String instruments, 34 credits
| Additional credits in these courses: | 12 | |
| Applied Music for Majors: Strings | ||
| Applied Music: Majors: Strings | ||
| Applied Music: Majors: Strings | ||
| Applied Music: Strings | ||
| Additional credits in these courses: | 6 | |
| Symphony Orchestra | ||
MUSIC 3210 | Advanced Ensemble | |
| One of the following: | 3 | |
| Seminar in Music Theory | ||
| Sound Synthesis Design for Electronic Music | ||
| MUSIC 4720 | History of American Music | 3 |
| MUSIC 4150D | Literature and Pedagogy in Applied Music: Strings (Lit. & Ped.) | 4 |
| Electives | 6 | |
| Total Credits | 34 | |
Wind or percussion instrument, 34 credits
| Additional credits in theses courses: | 12 | |
MUSIC 1190 | Applied Music for Majors | |
MUSIC 2190 | Applied Music for Majors | |
MUSIC 3190 | Applied Music for Majors | |
MUSIC 4190 | Applied Music for Majors | |
| 3 credits from: | 3 | |
MUSIC 3210 | Advanced Ensemble | |
| MUSIC 3000 level or above | 3 | |
| One of the following: | 3 | |
| Seminar in Music Theory | ||
| Sound Synthesis Design for Electronic Music | ||
| MUSIC 4720 | History of American Music | 3 |
| MUSIC 4150: Literature and Pedagogy in Applied Music | ||
| Electives | 6 | |
| Total Credits | 30 | |
Composition, 34 credits
| 4 credits from: | 4 | |
| Special Problems: Composition | ||
| 12 credits from: | 12 | |
| Independent Study: Composition | ||
| MUSIC 2460 | Introduction to Creative Digital Music | 2 |
| MUSIC 3620A | Conducting II: Choral Conducting Techniques | 2 |
| MUSIC 3620B | Conducting II: Instrumental Conducting Techniques | 2 |
| 6 credits from the following: | 6 | |
| Computer Music Programming Design | ||
| Seminar in Music Theory | ||
| Sound Synthesis Design for Electronic Music | ||
| Independent Study: Theory | ||
| Independent Study: Electronic Music | ||
| MUSIC 4720 | History of American Music | 3 |
| Electives | 3 | |
| Total Credits | 34 | |
Bachelor of Arts—Music Major
A more general degree than the bachelor of music, the bachelor of arts degree requires no formal specialization. It includes more general education requirements and provides a broader course of academic study.
As majors in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, Music Majors (Music, B.A.) students must meet College of Liberal Arts and Sciences and University-wide requirements for graduation in addition to those stated below for the major.
LAS majors require a minimum of 120 credits, including a minimum of 45 credits at the 3000/4000 level. You must also complete the LAS world language requirement and career proficiency requirement.
Students in all ISU majors must complete a three-credit course in U.S. Cultures and Communities and a three-credit course in International Perspectives. Check (http://www.registrar.iastate.edu/courses/div-ip-guide.html) for a list of approved courses. Discuss with your advisor how the two courses that you select can be applied to your graduation plan.
Candidates for the degree bachelor of arts with a music major will normally complete 48 credits of music including the following required courses:
| MUSIC 1190 | Applied Music for Majors | 4 |
| MUSIC 1200 | Introduction to Music Literature and Styles | 3 |
| 4 credits: | ||
| MUSIC 2190 | Applied Music for Majors | 4 |
| MUSIC 2240 | Music Theory I | 4 |
| MUSIC 2250 | Aural Theory I | 1 |
| MUSIC 2340 | Music Theory II | 3 |
| MUSIC 2350 | Aural Theory II | 1 |
| MUSIC 3190 | Applied Music for Majors | 2 |
| MUSIC 3340 | Music Theory III | 3 |
| MUSIC 3350 | Aural Theory III | 1 |
| MUSIC 3440 | Music Theory IV | 3 |
| MUSIC 3450 | Aural Theory IV | 1 |
| MUSIC 3830 | History of Music I | 3 |
| MUSIC 3840 | History of Music II | 3 |
| 4 credits from: | 4 | |
| Wind Ensemble | ||
| Jazz Ensemble | ||
| Symphonic Band | ||
| Lyrica Ensemble | ||
| University Chorus: Cantamus Women's Choir | ||
| University Chorus: Statesmen Men's Choir | ||
| Iowa State Singers | ||
| Symphony Orchestra | ||
MUSIC 3210 | Advanced Ensemble | |
| Opera Studio: Opera/Operetta | ||
| Opera Studio: Music Theater | ||
| Music Electives | 8 | |
| Total Credits | 48 | |
Bachelor of arts students whose chief professional interest lies in research are encouraged to minor in world languages and cultures, history, literature, or philosophy.
General Requirements
Entrance Audition.
In order to be accepted as a music major, a prospective student must pass an entrance audition for the applied faculty in his/her performance area (piano, organ, woodwinds, strings, percussion, brass, or voice). Passing the audition is dependent on the demonstration of performance skills appropriate for college level instruction and the potential to perform at a professional level. In addition, the number of students accepted must balance with the space available in the corresponding applied studios. Once accepted, a student must complete a placement examination in keyboard skills. This examination is normally given by members of the departmental faculty the week preceding the opening of classes for fall semester.
Seminars and Recitals.
All music majors enrolled for applied music courses will attend a weekly 1-hour seminar in their areas, departmental recitals, and 12 recitals of their choosing each semester.
Ensemble Requirement.
See the options above for additional ensemble requirements.
All Bachelor of Music students:
Enrollment in an ensemble course, chosen from the lists below, each semester of full-time enrollment (except during student teaching) is required.
Students in a music education option:
At least six semesters of large ensemble and one semester of chamber music ensemble, chosen from the lists below, are required. One semester of 1140A may count as a large ensemble.
Bachelor of Music students in options other than education:
At least 2 semesters of large ensemble and one semester of chamber music ensemble, chosen from the lists below, are required.
Large Ensembles:
| MUSIC 1110 | Wind Ensemble | 1 |
| MUSIC 1150 | Symphonic Band | 1 |
| MUSIC 1410 | Lyrica Ensemble | 1 |
| MUSIC 1510A | University Chorus: Cantamus Women's Choir | 1 |
| MUSIC 1510B | University Chorus: Statesmen Men's Choir | 1 |
| MUSIC 1610 | Iowa State Singers | 1 |
| MUSIC 1810 | Symphony Orchestra | 1 |
Chamber music ensembles:
| MUSIC 1130 | Jazz Ensemble | 1 |
| MUSIC 1610 | Iowa State Singers | 1 |
| MUSIC 3010A | Opera Studio: Opera/Operetta | 1-3 |
| MUSIC 3010B | Opera Studio: Music Theater | 1-3 |
| MUSIC 3210 | Advanced Ensemble |
Continuation Examination
To be approved for continuation as a music major on the junior level, and enroll in MUSIC 3190, a student must pass a continuation examination taken normally at the end of the fourth semester as a music major. Before taking this examination, the student must complete the requisite forms as well as write an essay including:
- his/her personal goals
- a self-assessment of his/her progress thus far
- an assessment of what he/she expects to accomplish before graduation
The student taking the Continuation Examination performs for a Continuation Examination Committee. Requirements include the performance of three works representing different periods or styles selected by, and studied with, the applied teacher, a self-prepared piece, and sight reading. The student must display acceptable solo ability and performance techniques in at least one of the applied areas. A written evaluation will be given each student following his/her performance. This evaluation will include a candid assessment of the student’s potential to achieve his/her goals. In addition, the student may arrange to meet with members of the Continuation Examination Committee at a later date to discuss the results of his/her Continuation Examination. See Piano Proficiency below. For details and forms go to: http://www.music.iastate.edu
Piano Proficiency Requirement
All music majors must demonstrate proficiency in functional skills at the piano. Keyboard music majors (students whose primary instrument is piano or organ) accomplish this through courses in their curricula. All other students accomplish this by satisfactorily completing MUSIC 2280. All entering non-keyboard music majors with previous piano experience meet with the class piano instructor, usually the week before classes start in the fall semester, to determine the appropriate piano class (1270, 1280, 2270, 2280) for their initial piano enrollment. Some students are deemed to have met the piano proficiency at this time. Non-keyboard music majors with no previous piano experience should enroll in MUSIC 1270, Class Piano I. Continuous enrollment in piano classes is REQUIRED until successful completion of the piano proficiency requirement.
Graduation Proficiency
To be recommended for graduation, a music student should demonstrate to the music faculty mature acquaintance with performance styles, technique, and repertoire. All music majors will participate in departmental recitals to the satisfaction of the department. Candidates for the Bachelor of Music degree will present a graduation recital.
* According to the university-wide Communication Proficiency Grade Requirement, Students must demonstrate their communication proficiency by earning a grade of a C or better in ENGL 2500 (or engl 2500H). In ADDITION, the Communication Proficiency must be certified through one of the following options:
1. Certification of writing skills, by the instructor, after completion of one of the following:
| MUSIC 1200 | Introduction to Music Literature and Styles | 3 |
| MUSIC 3830 | History of Music I | 3 |
| MUSIC 3840 | History of Music II | 3 |
| MUSIC 4720 | History of American Music | 3 |
(Passing one of these courses does not automatically satisfy the requirements for Communication Proficiency.)
2. Satisfactory completion of an advanced writing course:
| ENGL 3020 | Business Communication | 3 |
| ENGL 3050 | Creative Writing: Nonfiction | 3 |
| ENGL 3140 | Technical Communication | 3 |
Music, B.A.
B.Mus. - Organ
B.Mus. - Piano
B.Mus. - Strings
B.Mus. - Wind or Percussion Instrument
B.Mus. - Instrumental Education K-12
B.Mus. - Voice
B.Mus. - Vocal Education K-12
B.Mus. - Composition
Music, B.A.
| Freshman | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits |
| MUSIC 1190 | 2 | MUSIC 1190 | 2 |
| MUSIC 12701 | 1 | MUSIC 1200 | 3 |
| MUSIC 2240 | 4 | MUSIC 1280 | 1 |
| MUSIC 2250 | 1 | MUSIC 2340 | 3 |
| Music Ensemble2 | 1 | MUSIC 2350 | 1 |
| ENGL 1500 | 3 | Music Ensemble2 | 1 |
| LIB 1600 | 1 | Arts & Humanities | 3 |
| MATH | 3 | ||
| 16 | 14 | ||
| Sophomore | |||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits |
| MUSIC 2190 | 2 | MUSIC 2190 | 2 |
| MUSIC 22701 | 1 | MUSIC 22801 | 1 |
| MUSIC 3340 | 3 | MUSIC 3440 | 3 |
| MUSIC 3350 | 1 | MUSIC 3450 | 1 |
| MUSIC 3830 | 3 | MUSIC 3840 | 3 |
| Music: Ensemble2 | 1 | Music: Ensemble2 | 1 |
| ENGL 2500 | 3 | Social Science | 3 |
| Elective | 2 | ||
| (Continuation Examination) | |||
| 14 | 16 | ||
| Junior | |||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits |
| MUSIC 3190 | 2 | World Language/Elective | 4 |
| Music Elective | 3 | Arts & Humanities | 3 |
| World Language/Elective | 4 | Natural Science | 3 |
| Natural Science | 3 | Electives | 6 |
| Social Science | 3 | LAS 2030 | 1 |
| 15 | 17 | ||
| Senior | |||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits |
| Music Elective | 1 | Natural Science | 2 |
| Arts & Humanities | 3 | Electives | 12 |
| Social Science | 3 | ||
| Electives | 9 | ||
| 16 | 14 | ||
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A placement examination in keyboard skills determines the student's placement in the Class Study in Piano courses. Students with a concentration in piano or organ do not take Class Study in Piano. Students not required to take four semesters of class piano will take additional music elective credits.
- 2
Four credits chosen from the following ensembles are required: 1110, 1130, 1150, 1410, 1510, 1610, 1910, 3210.
- 3
ENGL 1500 recommends concurrent enrollment in LIB 1600.
LAS majors require a minimum of 120 credits, including a minimum of 45 credits at the 3000/4000 level. The LAS World Language requirements must be met. Courses which may be used for the General Education Requirements can be found at: (https://las.iastate.edu/students/academics/general-education/) All ISU students must complete a three-credit course in U.S. Cultures and Communities and a three-credit course in International Perspectives. A list of approved courses can be found at:: (http://www.registrar.iastate.edu/courses/div-ip-guide.html) The courses taken to meet these requirements may also be used to meet other requirements.
Scheduling of the general education requirements where specific courses are not indicated can be flexible. Music courses are best kept in the order/semesters indicated. (Most music courses are offered one semester each year.)
Music, B.Mus. - Organ
| Freshman | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits |
| ENGL 1500c | 3 | Humanities | 3 |
| MUSIC 1190C | 2 | Social Science | 3 |
| MUSIC 2240 | 4 | MUSIC 1200 | 3 |
| MUSIC 2250 | 1 | MUSIC 1190C | 2 |
| Music Ensemble | 1 | MUSIC 2340 | 3 |
| Math/Natural Science | 3 | MUSIC 2350 | 1 |
| Social Science | 3 | Music Ensemble | 1 |
| LIB 1600 | 1 | ||
| 18 | 16 | ||
| Sophomore | |||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits |
| MUSIC 2190C | 2 | MUSIC 2190C | 2 |
| MUSIC 3340 | 3 | MUSIC 3840 | 3 |
| MUSIC 3350 | 1 | MUSIC 3440 | 3 |
| MUSIC 3830 | 3 | MUSIC 3450 | 1 |
| Music Ensemble | 1 | Music Ensemble | 1 |
| Natural Science | 3 | Humanities | 3 |
| ENGL 2500 | 3 | General Education Elective | 3 |
| MUSIC 3270A or 3270B | 2 | ||
| (Continuation Examiniation) | |||
| 16 | 18 | ||
| Junior | |||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits |
| MUSIC 1190B | 2 | MUSIC 1190B | 2 |
| MUSIC 3190C | 3 | MUSIC 3190C | 3 |
| MUSIC 3610 | 2 | MUSIC 4150C | 2 |
| Music Ensemble | 1 | Music Ensemble | 1 |
| World Language/Elective | 4 | World Language/Elective | 4 |
| MUSIC 4400 (even falls only) | 3 | Math/Natural Science | 3 |
| MUSIC 4720 | 3 | ||
| LAS 2030 | 1 | ||
| 15 | 19 | ||
| Senior | |||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits |
| MUSIC 1190B | 2 | MUSIC 1190B | 2 |
| MUSIC 4190C | 3 | MUSIC 4190C | 3 |
| Music Elective - 3000+ Level | 3 | Music Ensemble | 1 |
| Music Ensemble | 1 | MUSIC 4150C | 3 |
| Second World Language | 4 | Second World Language | 4 |
| General Education Elective | 2 | MUSIC 4200 | R |
| MUSIC 4400 (even falls only) | 3 | ||
| 18 | 13 | ||
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ENGL 1500 recommends concurrent enrollment in LIB 1600.
The B.Mus. degree requires a minimum of 124.5 credits, including a minimum of 45 credits at the 3000/4000 level. The LAS World Language requirements must be met. Courses which may be used for the General Education Requirements can be found at: (https://las.iastate.edu/students/academics/general-education/) All ISU students must complete a three-credit course in U.S. Cultures and Communities and a three-credit course in International Perspectives (which is satisfied with MUSIC 3830). A list of approved courses can be found at:: (http://www.registrar.iastate.edu/courses/div-ip-guide.html) The courses taken to meet these requirements may also be used to meet other requirements.
Flexibility in scheduling. Many general education courses can easily be taken in different semesters than indicated. Music courses are best kept in the order/semesters indicated. (Most music courses are offered one semester each year.)
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Some advanced theory and history courses are not offered every semester. Semesters of offerings are listed in the course descriptions in the catalog at: https://www.music.iastate.edu/advising.
Music, B.Mus. - Piano
| Freshman | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits |
| ENGL 1500c | 3 | Humanities | 3 |
| MUSIC 1190B | 3 | MUSIC 1190B | 3 |
| MUSIC 2240 | 4 | MUSIC 2340 | 3 |
| MUSIC 2250 | 1 | MUSIC 2350 | 1 |
| Music Ensemble | 1 | MUSIC 1200 | 3 |
| LIB 1600 | 1 | Music Ensemble | 1 |
| Math/Natural Science | 3 | ||
| 16 | 14 | ||
| Sophomore | |||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits |
| MUSIC 2190B | 3 | MUSIC 2190B | 3 |
| MUSIC 3340 | 3 | MUSIC 3440 | 3 |
| MUSIC 3350 | 1 | MUSIC 3450 | 1 |
| MUSIC 3830 | 3 | MUSIC 3840 | 3 |
| Music Ensemble | 1 | Music Ensemble | 1 |
| ENGL 2500 | 3 | Elective | 2 |
| Elective | 2 | MUSIC 3270A | 2 |
| MUSIC 3210 | 1 | ||
| (Continuation Examination) | |||
| 16 | 16 | ||
| Junior | |||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits |
| MUSIC 3190B | 3 | MUSIC 3190B | 3 |
| MUSIC 3210 | 1 | MUSIC 3210 | 1 |
| MUSIC 3610 | 2 | MUSIC 4150B | 3 |
| Music Ensemble | 1 | Natural Science | 3 |
| MUSIC 4400 (even falls only) | 3 | Music Ensemble | 1 |
| World Language/Elective | 4 | World Language/Elective | 4 |
| MUSIC 4720 | 3 | ||
| LAS 2030 | 1 | ||
| 14 | 19 | ||
| Senior | |||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits |
| MUSIC 3210 | 1 | MUSIC 3210 | 1 |
| MUSIC 4190B | 3 | MUSIC 4190B | 3 |
| Music Ensemble | 1 | General Education Elective | 3 |
| General Education Elective | 2 | Math/Natural Science | 3 |
| MUSIC 4400 (even falls only) | 3 | Humanities | 3 |
| Social Science | 3 | Social Science | 3 |
| MUSIC 4150B | 2 | MUSIC 4200 | R |
| 15 | 16 | ||
- c
ENGL 1500 recommends concurrent enrollment in LIB 1600.
The B.Mus. degree requires a minimum of 124.5 credits, including a minimum of 45 credits at the 3000/4000 level. The LAS World Language requirements must be met. Courses which may be used for the General Education Requirements can be found at: (https://las.iastate.edu/students/academics/general-education/) All ISU students must complete a three-credit course in U.S. Cultures and Communities and a three-credit course in International Perspectives (which is satisfied with MUSIC 3830). A list of approved courses can be found at:: (http://www.registrar.iastate.edu/courses/div-ip-guide.html) The courses taken to meet these requirements may also be used to meet other requirements.
Flexibility in scheduling. Many general education courses can easily be taken in different semesters than indicated. Music courses are best kept in the order/semesters indicated. (Most music courses are offered one semester each year.)
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Some advanced theory and history courses are not offered every semester. Semesters of offerings are listed in the course descriptions in the catalog at: https://www.music.iastate.edu/advising.
Music, B.Mus. - Strings
| Freshman | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits |
| ENGL 1500c | 3 | Humanities | 3 |
| MUSIC 1190D | 3 | MUSIC 1810 | 1 |
| MUSIC 12701 | 1 | MUSIC 1190D | 3 |
| MUSIC 2240 | 4 | MUSIC 1200 | 3 |
| MUSIC 2250 | 1 | MUSIC 12801 | 1 |
| MUSIC 1810 | 1 | MUSIC 2340 | 3 |
| Math/Natural Science | 3 | MUSIC 2350 | 1 |
| LIB 1600 | 1 | ||
| 17 | 15 | ||
| Sophomore | |||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits |
| MUSIC 2190D | 3 | MUSIC 2190D | 3 |
| MUSIC 22701 | 1 | MUSIC 22801 | 1 |
| MUSIC 3340 | 3 | MUSIC 3210D | 1 |
| MUSIC 3350 | 1 | MUSIC 3440 | 3 |
| MUSIC 3830 | 3 | MUSIC 3450 | 1 |
| MUSIC 1810 | 1 | MUSIC 3840 | 3 |
| ENGL 2500 | 3 | MUSIC 1810 | 1 |
| Social Science | 3 | ||
| (Continuation Examination) | |||
| 15 | 16 | ||
| Junior | |||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits |
| MUSIC 3210D | 1 | MUSIC 3210D | 1 |
| MUSIC 3190D | 3 | MUSIC 3190D | 3 |
| MUSIC 3610 | 2 | MUSIC 1810 | 1 |
| MUSIC 4150D | 2 | World Language/Elective | 4 |
| MUSIC 4400 (even falls only) | 3 | Math/Natural Science Choice | 3 |
| MUSIC 1810 | 1 | MUSIC 4720 | 3 |
| World Language/Elective | 4 | LAS 2030 | 1 |
| 16 | 16 | ||
| Senior | |||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits |
| MUSIC 3210D | 1 | MUSIC 1810 | 1 |
| MUSIC 4190 | 3 | MUSIC 3210D | 1 |
| MUSIC 1810 | 1 | MUSIC 4150D | 2 |
| Social Science | 3 | MUSIC 4190D | 3 |
| Natural Science | 3 | General Education Elective | 3 |
| MUSIC 4400 (even falls only) | 3 | Humanities | 3 |
| Elective | 2 | General Education Elective | 2 |
| MUSIC 4200 | R | ||
| 16 | 15 | ||
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A placement examination in keyboard skills determines the student's placement in the Class Study in Piano courses. Students not required to take four semesters of class piano will take additional music elective credits.
- c
ENGL 1500 recommends concurrent enrollment in LIB 1600.
The B.Mus. degree requires a minimum of 124.5 credits, including a minimum of 45 credits at the 3000/4000 level. The LAS World Language requirements must be met. Courses which may be used for the General Education Requirements can be found at: (https://las.iastate.edu/students/academics/general-education/) All ISU students must complete a three-credit course in U.S. Cultures and Communities and a three-credit course in International Perspectives (which is satisfied with MUSIC 3830). A list of approved courses can be found at: (http://www.registrar.iastate.edu/courses/div-ip-guide.html) The courses taken to meet these requirements may also be used to meet other requirements.
Flexibility in scheduling. Many general education courses can easily be taken in different semesters than indicated. Music courses are best kept in the order/semesters indicated. (Most music courses are offered one semester each year.)
- *
Some advanced theory and history courses (string major requires 1 history, 2 theory) are not offered every semester. Semesters of offerings are listed in the course descriptions in the catalog at: https://www.music.iastate.edu/advising.
Music, B.Mus. - Wind or Percussion Instrument
| Freshman | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits |
| ENGL 1500c | 3 | Arts and Humanites | 3 |
| MUSIC 1190 | 3 | Music Ensemble | 1 |
| MUSIC 12701 | 1 | MUSIC 1190 | 3 |
| MUSIC 2240 | 4 | MUSIC 1200 | 3 |
| MUSIC 2250 | 1 | MUSIC 12801 | 1 |
| Music Ensemble | 1 | MUSIC 2340 | 3 |
| Social Science | 3 | MUSIC 2350 | 1 |
| LIB 1600c | 1 | ||
| 17 | 15 | ||
| Sophomore | |||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits |
| MUSIC 2190 | 3 | MUSIC 2190 | 3 |
| MUSIC 22701 | 1 | MUSIC 22801 | 1 |
| MUSIC 3340 | 3 | MUSIC 3440 | 3 |
| MUSIC 3350 | 1 | MUSIC 3450 | 1 |
| MUSIC 3830 | 3 | MUSIC 3840 | 3 |
| Music Ensemble | 1 | Music Ensemble | 1 |
| ENGL 2500 | 3 | General Education Elective | 3 |
| (Continuation Examination) | |||
| 15 | 15 | ||
| Junior | |||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits |
| MUSIC 3190 | 3 | MUSIC 3190 | 3 |
| MUSIC 3610 | 2 | MUSIC 3210 | 1 |
| MUSIC 4150 | 2 | MUSIC 4150 | 2 |
| Music Ensemble | 1 | Music Ensemble | 1 |
| MUSIC 4400 (even falls only) | 3 | World Language/Elective | 4 |
| World Language/Elective | 4 | Math/Natural Science | 3 |
| MUSIC 4720 | 3 | ||
| LAS 2030 | 1 | ||
| 15 | 18 | ||
| Senior | |||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits |
| MUSIC 3210 | 1 | MUSIC 3210 | 1 |
| MUSIC 4190 | 3 | MUSIC 4190 | 3 |
| Music Ensemble | 1 | Music Elective 3000+ Level | 3 |
| MUSIC 4400 (even falls only) | 3 | Arts & Humanities | 3 |
| Elective | 2 | Math/Natural Science | 3 |
| Social Science | 3 | MUSIC 4200 | R |
| Natural Science | 3 | ||
| General Education Elective | 2 | ||
| 18 | 13 | ||
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A placement examination in keyboard skills determines the student's placement in the Class Study in Piano courses. Students with a concentration in piano or organ do not take Class Study in Piano. Students not required to take four semesters of class piano will take additional elective credits.
- c
ENGL 1500 recommends concurrent enrollment in LIB 1600.
The B.Mus. degree requires a minimum of 124.5 credits, including a minimum of 45 credits at the 3000/4000 level. The LAS World Language requirements must be met. Courses which may be used for the General Education Requirements can be found at: (https://las.iastate.edu/students/academics/general-education/) All ISU students must complete a three-credit course in U.S. Cultures and Communities and a three-credit course in International Perspectives (which is satisfied with MUSIC 3830). A list of approved courses can be found at:: (http://www.registrar.iastate.edu/courses/div-ip-guide.html) The courses taken to meet these requirements may also be used to meet other requirements.
Flexibility in scheduling. Many general education courses can easily be taken in different semesters than indicated. Music courses are best kept in the order/semesters indicated. (Most music courses are offered one semester each year.)
- *
Some advanced theory and history courses (wind or percussion major requires 1 history, 2 theory) are not offered every semester. Semesters of offerings are listed in the course descriptions in the catalog at: https://www.music.iastate.edu/advising .
Music, B.Mus. - Instrumental Education K-12
| Freshman | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits |
| MUSIC 1190: | 2 | MUSIC 1190 | 2 |
| MUSIC 12701 | 1 | MUSIC 1200 | 3 |
| MUSIC 2240 | 4 | MUSIC 12801 | 1 |
| MUSIC 2250 | 1 | MUSIC 2340 | 3 |
| Ensemble | 1 | MUSIC 2350 | 1 |
| ENGL 1500 | 3 | MUSIC 3510/3540/3550** | 1-2 |
| LIB 1600 | 1 | MUSIC 3580B | R |
| Gen. Ed. (Humanities) | 3 | Ensemble | 1 |
| Gen. Ed. (Math) | 3 | PSYCH 2300 | 3 |
| MUSIC 2660c | 2 | ||
| Apply to Teacher Education Program | |||
| MUSIC 2800K | 0.5 | ||
| 19 | 17.5-18.5 | ||
| Sophomore | |||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits |
| MUSIC 2190 | 2 | MUSIC 2190 | 2 |
| MUSIC 2270 | 1 | MUSIC 22801 | 1 |
| MUSIC 3340 | 3 | MUSIC 3440 | 3 |
| MUSIC 3350 | 1 | MUSIC 3450 | 1 |
| MUSIC 3500/3520/3530** | 1 | MUSIC 3510/3540/3550** | 1-2 |
| MUSIC 3580B | R | MUSIC 3580B | R |
| MUSIC 3830 | 3 | MUSIC 3840 | 3 |
| Ensemble | 1 | Ensemble | 1 |
| ENGL 2500 | 3 | MUSIC 2480 | 2 |
| Natural Science | 3 | MUSIC 3680/3690 (odd springs) or MUSIC 4640 (even springs)++ | 1-2 |
| EDUC 2040 | 3 | ||
| 21 | 15-17 | ||
| Junior | |||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits |
| MUSIC 3190 | 2 | MUSIC 3190 | 2 |
| MUSIC 3500/3530** | 1 | MUSIC 3510/3540/3550** | 1-2 |
| MUSIC 3580B | R | MUSIC 3620B | 2 |
| MUSIC 3610 | 2 | MUSIC 3580B | R |
| MUSIC 3660c | 2 | MUSIC 4800K | 1 |
| MUSIC 4800K | 1 | MUSIC 3680/3690 (odd springs) or MUSIC 4640 (even springs)++ | 1-2 |
| Ensemble | 1 | Ensemble | 1 |
| SPED 4010c | 3 | World Language | 4 |
| Natural Science/Math | 3 | EDUC 4060 | 3 |
| World Language | 4 | MUSIC 3750 | 1 |
| LAS 2030 | 1 | ||
| 19 | 17-19 | ||
| Senior | |||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits |
| MUSIC 4190 | 2 | MUSIC 4170S | 8 |
| MUSIC 3500/3520/3530** | 1 | MUSIC 4170R | 8 |
| MUSIC 3580B | R | ||
| MUSIC 4660 | 2 | ||
| Ensemble | 1 | ||
| PSYCH 3330 | 3 | ||
| EDUC 4260 | 3 | ||
| MUSIC 4800KC | 2 | ||
| Gen. Ed. - Humanities | 3 | ||
| MUSIC 4200 | R | ||
| 17 | 16 | ||
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A placement examination in keyboard skills determines the student's placement in the Class Study in Piano courses. Students with a concentration in piano or organ do not take Class Study in Piano.
- **
Students should take the major area (WW or brass) with which they are least familiar first to gain more experience in lab band. However, WW players planning to gain additional skills on a 2nd WW, might choose to take that area first. Non-WW players should take 3510 before 3520. 3580B must be taken concurrently with each tech course (3500-3550).
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Alternate year courses. String players take 3690 and 4640. WW and brass players take 3680 and 4640.
- c
These courses which appear in the same semester must be taken concurrently.
The LAS world language requirement must be met. The U.S. diversity and international perspectives requirements are automatically met with courses required for this degree option (EDUC 4060 and MUSIC 3830).
Many general education and education (EDUC) courses can easily be taken in different semesters than indicated as well as summer. Music courses are best kept in the order/semesters indicated (Most music courses are offered one semester each year).
Music, B.Mus. - Voice
| Freshman | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits |
| ENGL 1500c | 3 | Humanities | 3 |
| MUSIC 1190A | 2 | Social Science | 3 |
| MUSIC 12701 | 1 | MUSIC 1190A | 2 |
| MUSIC 2240 | 4 | MUSIC 1200 | 3 |
| MUSIC 2250 | 1 | MUSIC 12801 | 1 |
| Music Ensemble | 1 | MUSIC 2340 | 3 |
| Math/Natural Science | 3 | MUSIC 2350 | 1 |
| LIB 1600 | 1 | Music Ensemble | 1 |
| 16 | 17 | ||
| Sophomore | |||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits |
| MUSIC 2190A | 2 | MUSIC 2190A | 2 |
| MUSIC 22701 | 1 | MUSIC 22801 | 1 |
| MUSIC 3340 | 3 | MUSIC 3440 | 3 |
| MUSIC 3350 | 1 | MUSIC 3450 | 1 |
| MUSIC 3830 | 3 | MUSIC 3840 | 3 |
| Music Ensemble | 1 | Music Ensemble | 1 |
| Natural Science | 3 | General Education Elective | 3 |
| ENGL 2500 | 3 | (Continuation Examination) | |
| 17 | 14 | ||
| Junior | |||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits |
| MUSIC 3190A | 3 | MUSIC 3190A | 3 |
| MUSIC 3240 or 4150A2 | 2 | MUSIC 3250 or 36002 | 2 |
| MUSIC 3610 | 2 | MUSIC 3270A or 3270B | 2 |
| Music History - 4000 Level | 3 | Music Ensemble | 1 |
| MUSIC 4400 (even falls only) | 3 | World Language/Elective | 4 |
| Music Ensemble | 1 | Math/Natural Science | 3 |
| World Language/Elective | 4 | MUSIC 4720 | 3 |
| LAS 2030 | 1 | ||
| 18 | 19 | ||
| Senior | |||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits |
| MUSIC 4190A | 3 | MUSIC 4190A | 3 |
| MUSIC 4150A or 32402 | 2 | MUSIC 3600 or 32502 | 2 |
| Music Ensemble | 1 | Music Ensemble | 1 |
| MUSIC 4400 (even falls only) | 3 | Humanities | 3 |
| Second World Language | 4 | Social Science | 3 |
| General Education Elective | 2 | Second World Language | 4 |
| MUSIC 4200 | R | ||
| 15 | 16 | ||
- 1
A placement examination in keyboard skills determines the student's placement in the Class Study in Piano courses.
- 2
MUSIC 3240 alternate Fall (even numbered years) / MUSIC 3250 alternate Spring (odd number years -- same academic year; MUSIC 3600 alternate Spring (even numbered years) when 3250 is not taught.
- c
ENGL 1500 recommends concurrent enrollment in LIB 1600.
The B.Mus. degree requires a minimum of 124.5 credits, including a minimum of 45 credits at the 3000/4000 level. The LAS World Language requirements must be met. Courses which may be used for the General Education Requirements can be found at: (https://las.iastate.edu/students/academics/general-education/) All ISU students must complete a three-credit course in U.S. Cultures and Communities and a three-credit course in International Perspectives (which is satisfied with MUSIC 3830). A list of approved courses can be found at:: (http://www.registrar.iastate.edu/courses/div-ip-guide.html) The courses taken to meet these requirements may also be used to meet other requirements.
Flexibility in scheduling. Many general education courses can easily be taken in different semesters than indicated. Music courses are best kept in the order/semesters indicated. (Most music courses are offered one semester each year.)
- *
Some advanced theory and history courses (voice major requires 1 history, 2 theory) are not offered every semester. Semesters of offerings are listed in the course descriptions in the catalog at: https://www.music.iastate.edu/advising.
Music, B.Mus. - Vocal Education K-12
| Freshman | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits |
| MUSIC 1190 | 2 | MUSIC 1190 | 2 |
| MUSIC 12701 | 1 | MUSIC 1200 | 3 |
| MUSIC 2240 | 4 | MUSIC 12801 | 1 |
| MUSIC 2250 | 1 | MUSIC 2340 | 3 |
| Choral Ensemble | 1 | MUSIC 2350 | 1 |
| MUSIC 3580A2 | R | Choral Ensemble | 1 |
| ENGL 1500 | 3 | MUSIC 3580A2 | R |
| Humanities | 3 | MUSIC 2660c | 2 |
| Math course | 3 | MUSIC 2800K | 0.5 |
| LIB 1600 | 1 | ||
| 19 | 13.5 | ||
| Sophomore | |||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits |
| MUSIC 2190 | 2 | MUSIC 2190 | 2 |
| MUSIC 22701 | 1 | MUSIC 22801 | 1 |
| MUSIC 3340 | 3 | MUSIC 2480 | 2 |
| MUSIC 3350 | 1 | MUSIC 3440 | 3 |
| MUSIC 3610 (even falls) or PSYCH 2300 (odd falls)++ | 2-3 | MUSIC 3450 | 1 |
| MUSIC 3830 | 3 | Choral Ensemble | 1 |
| Choral Ensemble | 1 | MUSIC 3600(even springs)++ | 2 |
| MUSIC 3580A2 | R | MUSIC 3620A (odd springs) or MUSIC 3670 (even springs)++ | 2 |
| ENGL 2500 | 3 | MUSIC 3840 | 3 |
| EDUC 2040 | 3 | MUSIC 3580A2 | R |
| Natural Science | 3 | Continuation Exam | |
| 22-23 | 17 | ||
| Junior | |||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits |
| MUSIC 3190: Applied Music: Majors | MUSIC 3190 | 2 | |
| Choral Ensemble | 1 | MUSIC 3270B | 2 |
| MUSIC 3660c | 2 | Choral Ensemble | 1 |
| MUSIC 4800Kc | 1 | MUSIC 3600 (even springs) | 2 |
| MUSIC 3580A2 | R | MUSIC 3620A (odd springs) or MUSIC 3670 (even spring)++ | 2 |
| MUSIC 3610 (even falls) or PSYCH 3330 (odd falls)++ | 2-3 | MUSIC 3580A+ | R |
| Humanities | 3 | MUSIC 4800K | 1 |
| SPED 4010c | 3 | World Language | 4 |
| World Language | 4 | General Education - Natural Science/Math | 3 |
| MUSIC 3740 | 1 | LAS 2030 | 1 |
| 17-18 | 18 | ||
| Senior | |||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits |
| MUSIC 4190 | 2 | MUSIC 4170R | 8 |
| MUSIC 4660c | 2 | MUSIC 4170S | 8 |
| Choral Ensemble | 1 | ||
| MUSIC 3010A or 3010B | 1-3 | ||
| MUSIC 4650 | 2 | ||
| MUSIC 3580A2 | R | ||
| PSYCH 3330 | 3 | ||
| EDUC 4260 | 3 | ||
| MUSIC 4800Kc | 2 | ||
| EDUC 4060 | 3 | ||
| MUSIC 4200 | R | ||
| 19-21 | 16 | ||
- 1
A placement examination in keyboard skills determines the student's placement in the Class Study in Piano courses. Students with a concentration in piano or organ do not take Class Study in Piano.
- 2
Lab Ensemble is required every semester offered: Fall and odd springs.
- c
These courses which appear in the same semester must be taken concurrently.
- ++
Alternate year courses: The usual semester of offering is indicated by the calendar year (odd or even) of the semester. Consult the current catalog and the department web site for up-to-date information about semesters courses are offered. PSYCH 2300 and PSYCH 3330 are offered every semester; when they are taken is determined by the schedules of the alternate year music courses.
The LAS World Language requirements must be met. The U.S. diversity and international perspectives requirements are automatically met with courses required for this degree option (EDUC 4060 and MUSIC 3830).
Flexibility in scheduling. Many general education courses can easily be taken in different semesters than indicated. Music courses are best kept in the order/semesters indicated (Most music courses are offered one semester each year).
Music, B.Mus.-Composition
| Freshman | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits |
| ENGL 1500 | 3 | Math/Natural Science | 3 |
| MUSIC 1190 | 2 | MUSIC 2900C | 1 |
| MUSIC 2900C | 1 | MUSIC 1190 | 2 |
| MUSIC 1270 | 1 | MUSIC 1200 | 3 |
| MUSIC 2240 | 4 | MUSIC 1280 | 1 |
| MUSIC 2250 | 1 | MUSIC 2340 | 3 |
| Music Ensemble | 1 | MUSIC 2350 | 1 |
| Social Science | 3 | Music Ensemble | 1 |
| LIB 1600 | 1 | ||
| 17 | 15 | ||
| Sophomore | |||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits |
| MUSIC 2190 | 2 | MUSIC 2190 | 2 |
| MUSIC 2270 | 1 | MUSIC 2280 | 1 |
| MUSIC 3830 | 3 | MUSIC 3440 | 3 |
| MUSIC 3340 | 3 | MUSIC 3450 | 1 |
| MUSIC 3350 | 1 | MUSIC 3840 | 3 |
| Music Ensemble | 1 | Music Ensemble | 1 |
| MUSIC 2900C | 1 | MUSIC 2900C | 1 |
| ENGL 2500 | 3 | MUSIC 2460 | 2 |
| General Education Elective | 3 | ||
| Continuation Examination | R | ||
| 15 | 17 | ||
| Junior | |||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits |
| MUSIC 3190 | 1 | MUSIC 3190 | 1 |
| MUSIC 3610 | 2 | MUSIC 3620A or 3620B | 2 |
| Music Theory - 4000 Level | 3 | Music Ensemble | 1 |
| Music Ensemble | 1 | MUSIC 4900C | 3 |
| MUSIC 4900C | 2 | Math/Natural Science | 3 |
| World Language Elective | 4 | World Language Elective | 4 |
| MUSIC 4720 | 3 | ||
| LAS 2030 | 1 | ||
| 13 | 18 | ||
| Senior | |||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits |
| MUSIC 4190 | 1 | MUSIC 4190 | 1 |
| Music Theory - 4000 Level | 3 | Music ensemble | 1 |
| Music Ensemble | 1 | Natural Science | 3 |
| MUSIC 4900C | 3 | MUSIC 4900C | 4 |
| Humanities | 3 | MUSIC 3620A or 3620B | 2 |
| Social Science | 3 | Humanities | 3 |
| General Education Elective | 2 | MUSIC 4200 | R |
| 16 | 14 | ||
- 1
A placement examination in keyboard skills determines the student's placement in the Class Study in Piano courses. Students with a concentration in piano or organ do not take Class Study in Piano. Students placing out of class piano may need to take additional elective credits to earn the required 124.5 cr. for the B.Mus. degree.
- 2
ENGL 1500 recommends concurrent enrollment in LIB 1600.
- 3
Alternate year course, taught in odd number years, spring semester.
Some advanced theory and history courses are not offered every semester. Semesters of offerings are listed in the course descriptions in the catalog. The B.Mus. in composition requires one advanced history course (3 cr.) and 9 credits of advanced theory from the following courses: 3460, 4400, 4460, 4900B, 5900I. Advanced theory courses must include 3460 or 4460.
- *
The B.Mus. degree requires a minimum of 124.5 credits, including a minimum of 45 credits at the 3000/4000 level. The LAS World Language requirements must be met. Courses which may be used for the General Education Requirements can be found at: (https://las.iastate.edu/students/academics/general-education/) All ISU students must complete a three-credit course in U.S. Cultures and Communities and a three-credit course in International Perspectives (which is satisfied with MUSIC 3830). A list of approved courses can be found at: (http://www.registrar.iastate.edu/courses/div-ip-guide.html) The courses taken to meet these requirements may also be used to meet other requirements.
Minor in Music
Candidates for the minor in music will complete 15 credits in music including:
| MUSIC 1010 | Fundamentals of Music | 2 |
| or MUSIC 2240 | Music Theory I | |
| Three of the following | 9 | |
| Introduction to Music Listening | ||
| Introduction to Music Literature and Styles | ||
or MUSIC 3020 | Masterpieces of Music and Art in Western Culture | |
| History of American Rock 'n' Roll | ||
| History of Music I | ||
| MUSIC 3840 | History of Music II | 3 |
| MUSIC 4720 | History of American Music | 3 |
| 4 credits chosen from the following | 4 | |
| Wind Ensemble | ||
| Jazz Ensemble | ||
| Marching and Pep Bands: Marching Band | ||
| Marching and Pep Bands: Pep Band | ||
| Marching and Pep Bands: Pep Band for Wrestling and Soccer | ||
| Symphonic Band | ||
| Lyrica Ensemble | ||
| University Chorus: Cantamus Women's Choir | ||
| University Chorus: Statesmen Men's Choir | ||
| Iowa State Singers | ||
| Symphony Orchestra | ||
| Opera Studio: Opera/Operetta | ||
| Opera Studio: Music Theater | ||
| MUSIC 3210 | Advanced Ensemble | |
| MUSIC 1180 | Applied Music for Non-Majors | |
| MUSIC 3180 | Applied Music for Non-Majors | |
| Special Problems: Applied Music | ||
At least nine of the fifteen credits must be in courses numbered 2000 and above, of which at least six credits are in courses numbered 3000 or above taken at ISU with a grade of C or better. The minor must include at least 3 credits that are not used to meet any other department, college, or university requirement.
The Music Undergraduate Minor is an LAS Minor. In addition to University policies governing minors, LAS minors require at least 6 credits in courses numbered 3000 and above, with a grade of C or higher.
Students pursuing a music minor must meet the audition requirements and/or prerequisites for all courses they wish to take.
MINOR IN MUSIC TECHNOLOGY
Candidates for the minor in music technology will complete 15 credits including:
| MUSIC 2460 | Introduction to Creative Digital Music | 2 |
| MUSIC 3460 | Computer Music Programming Design | 3 |
| MUSIC 4460 | Sound Synthesis Design for Electronic Music | 3 |
| 7 credits from the following | 7 | |
| Windows Application Programming | ||
| Fundamentals of Computer Programming | ||
or COMS 2270 | Object-oriented Programming | |
| Introduction to Data Structures | ||
| Software Development Practices | ||
| Advanced Programming Techniques | ||
| Software Project Management | ||
| Electric Circuits | ||
| Signals and Systems I | ||
| Signals and Systems II | ||
| Engineering Acoustics | ||
| Construction of User Interfaces | ||
| Fundamentals of Music | ||
| Introduction to Music Listening | ||
MUSIC 1180 | Applied Music for Non-Majors | |
| Introduction to Music Literature and Styles | ||
or MUSIC 3020 | Masterpieces of Music and Art in Western Culture | |
| Music Theory I | ||
| Aural Theory I | ||
| Music Theory II | ||
| Aural Theory II | ||
| Special Problems: Applied Music | ||
| History of American Rock 'n' Roll | ||
MUSIC 3180 | Applied Music for Non-Majors | |
| History of Music I | ||
| History of Music II | ||
| History of American Music | ||
| Independent Study: Electronic Music | ||
| Total Credits | 15 | |
Music courses that may be taken by music majors to meet the requirements for the Music Technology minor are limited to the following:
| MUSIC 2460 | Introduction to Creative Digital Music | 2 |
| MUSIC 3460 | Computer Music Programming Design | 3 |
| MUSIC 4460 | Sound Synthesis Design for Electronic Music | 3 |
| MUSIC 4900I | Independent Study: Electronic Music | 1-30 |
| MUSIC 5900I | Special Topics: Electronic Music | 1-30 |
At least three of the fifteen credits must be taken at Iowa State University in courses numbered 3000 or above with a grade of C or higher. The minor must include at least three credits not used to meet any other department, college, or university requirement. Students pursuing a minor in music technology must meet the audition requirements and/or prerequisites for all music courses they wish to take.
The Music Technology Undergraduate Minor is an LAS Minor. In addition to University policies governing minors, LAS minors require at least 6 credits in courses numbered 3000 and above, with a grade of C or higher.