Any experimental courses offered by MUSIC can be found at: registrar.iastate.edu/faculty-staff/courses/explistings/
Courses
Courses primarily for undergraduates:
(1-2) Cr. 2. F.S.
Notation, recognition, execution and analysis of scales, intervals, triads, and rhythm; key signatures; time signatures; transposition. Open to non-majors only. Ability to read elementary musical notation required.
(3-0) Cr. 3. F.S.SS.
Expansion of the music listening experiences for the general student through greater awareness of differences in techniques of listening, performance media, and materials of the art. The course focuses on the elements of music: rhythm, melody, harmony, form, and style, and how these elements are used in musics of different cultures and time periods. Ability to read or perform music not required.
Meets International Perspectives Requirement.
(1-4) Cr. 3. F.S.
Prereq: Performing Arts major or Permission of Instructor
Beginning keyboard techniques, sight-reading, and ear training. Basic materials of music: notation, scales, intervals, key signatures, time signatures, rhythm, and harmony.
(0-3) Cr. 1. Repeatable. F.S.
Emphasis on significant extended compositions for wind and percussion instruments. Performances include formal concerts on campus and the annual tour. Open to all students by audition.
(0-2) Cr. 1. Repeatable. F.S.
Repertoire includes the broad spectrum of band music. Two concerts are presented each semester. Open to students who have performed on a wind or percussion instrument in high school band or orchestra.
(0-2) Cr. 1. Repeatable. F.S.
Designed to explore various styles and trends in contemporary jazz. Open to all students by audition.
(0-5) Cr. 1. Repeatable.
Performances at athletic events.
(0-5) Cr. 1. Repeatable. F.
Membership determined by audition and band application. Auditions held for woodwind, brass, percussion, flag, and twirler positions. Presentation of pre-game and half time shows at each home football game; additional performances are also scheduled on and off campus. Audition information is listed on the band website (www.music.iastate.edu/org/marching).
Students may not be concurrently enrolled in MUSIC 114A and 114C.
(0-5) Cr. 1. Repeatable. S.
Performances at basketball games. Students selected by audition from members of MUSIC 114A.
(0-5) Cr. 1. Repeatable. F.
Performances at wrestling and women’s soccer games. Audition required.
Students may not be concurrently enrolled in MUSIC 114A and 114C.
(0-3) Cr. 1. Repeatable. F.S.
Stresses high quality wind literature. Performances include formal concerts on campus. Open to all students by audition.
(0.5-0) Cr. 1-2. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Permission of Instructor
Applied music for the general student. Audition required.
(0.5-0) Cr. 1-2. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Permission of Instructor
(.5-0) for 1 cr. (1-0) for 2 cr. Applied music for the general student. Open only to non-majors. Audition required.
Will not satisfy applied music requirements for music majors.
(0.5-0) Cr. 1-2. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Permission of Instructor
(.5-0) for 1 cr. (1-0) for 2 cr. Applied music for the general student. Open only to non-majors. Audition required.
Will not satisfy applied music requirements for music majors.
(0.5-0) Cr. 1-2. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Permission of Instructor
(.5-0) for 1 cr. (1-0) for 2 cr. Applied music for the general student. Open only to non-majors. Will not satisfy applied music requirements for music majors. Audition required.
(0.5-0) Cr. 1-2. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Permission of Instructor
(.5-0) for 1 cr. (1-0) for 2 cr. Applied music for the general student. Open only to non-majors. Will not satisfy applied music requirements for music majors. Audition required.
(0.5-0) Cr. 1-2. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Permission of Instructor
(.5-0) for 1 cr. (1-0) for 2 cr. Applied music for the general student. Open only to non-majors. Will not satisfy applied music requirements for music majors. Audition required.
(0.5-0) Cr. 1-2. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Permission of Instructor
(.5-0) for 1 cr. (1-0) for 2 cr. Applied music for the general student. Open only to non-majors. Will not satisfy applied music requirements for music majors. Audition required.
(0.5-0) Cr. 1-2. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Permission of Instructor
(.5-0) for 1 cr. (1-0) for 2 cr. Applied music for the general student. Open only to non-majors. Audition required.
Will not satisfy applied music requirements for music majors.
(0.5-0) Cr. 1-2. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Permission of Instructor
(.5-0) for 1 cr. (1-0) for 2 cr. Applied music for the general student. Open only to non-majors. Audition required.
Will not satisfy applied music requirements for music majors.
(0.5-0) Cr. 1-2. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Permission of Instructor
(.5-0) for 1 cr. (1-0) for 2 cr. Applied music for the general student. Open only to non-majors. Audition required.
Will not satisfy applied music requirements for music majors.
(1-2) Cr. 1-3. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: MUSIC major; Permission of Instructor
Applied music for music majors. Audition required.
(1-2) Cr. 1-3. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Music major; Permission of Instructor
(.5-2) for 1 cr. (1-2) for 2-3 cr. Minimum weekly practice of 5 hours per credit is expected. Weekly seminar required. Audition required.
(1-2) Cr. 1-3. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: MUSIC major; Permission of Instructor
(.5-2) for 1 cr. (1-2) for 2-3 cr. Minimum weekly practice of 5 hours per credit is expected. Weekly seminar required. Audition required.
(1-2) Cr. 1-3. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: MUSIC major; Permission of Instructor
(.5-2) for 1 cr. (1-2) for 2-3 cr. Minimum weekly practice of 5 hours per credit is expected. Weekly seminar required.
(1-2) Cr. 1-3. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: MUSIC major; Permission of Instructor
(.5-2) for 1 cr. (1-2) for 2-3 cr. Minimum weekly practice of 5 hours per credit is expected. Weekly seminar required. Audition required.
(1-2) Cr. 1-3. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: MUSIC major; Permission of Instructor
(.5-2) for 1 cr. (1-2) for 2-3 cr. Minimum weekly practice of 5 hours per credit is expected. Weekly seminar required. Audition required.
(1-2) Cr. 1-3. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: MUSIC major; Permission of Instructor
(.5-2) for 1 cr. (1-2) for 2-3 cr. Minimum weekly practice of 5 hours per credit is expected. Weekly seminar required. Audition required.
(1-2) Cr. 1-3. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Music major; Permission of Instructor
(.5-2) for 1 cr. (1-2) for 2-3 cr. Minimum weekly practice of 5 hours per credit is expected. Weekly seminar required. Audition required.
(1-2) Cr. 1-3. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: MUSIC major; Permission of Instructor
(.5-2) for 1 cr. (1-2) for 2-3 cr. Minimum weekly practice of 5 hours per credit is expected. Weekly seminar required. Audition required.
(0.5-2) Cr. 1-3. Repeatable. F.S.SS.
Prereq: MUSIC major; Permission of Instructor
(.5-2) for 1 cr. (1-2) for 2-3 cr. Minimum weekly practice of 5 hours per credit is expected. Weekly seminar required. Audition required.
(3-0) Cr. 3. S.
Prereq: MUSIC 224
Directed studies via aural analysis for music majors with emphasis on the materials of music, form and aesthetic issues. Introduction to style and literature of the major performance media in context of historical chronology. Fundamentals of score reading and performance terminology.
Only one of Music 120 and 302 can count toward graduation.
(0-2) Cr. 1. Repeatable, maximum of 8 credits. F.S.
Individual voice study in a communal master class setting designed to introduce collegiate level singing to Performing Arts majors and non-music (voice) majors.
(0-2) Cr. 1. F.S.
Prereq: MUSIC major or Permission of Instructor
Beginning keyboard technique, transposition, harmonization, ensemble and solo repertory, and sight-reading skills.
(0-2) Cr. 1. F.S.
Prereq: MUSIC 127 or Permission of Instructor
Continuation of beginning keyboard technique, transposition, harmonization, ensemble and solo repertory, and sight-reading skills.
(0-3) Cr. 1. Repeatable. F.S.
Large chorus; emphasis on wide variety of literature and singing sounds from around the world. Includes fundamental voice and choral skills. Campus concerts each semester. Open to all treble voice students by audition.
(0-3) Cr. 1. Repeatable. F.S.
Advanced skills required, high quality literature. Campus concerts each semester, some concerts in conjunction with orchestras. Men's and women's choirs separately and in combination. Open to all students by audition.
(0-3) Cr. 1. Repeatable. F.S.
Large chorus; emphasis on adventurous, contemporary programming. Advanced skills required. Campus concerts each semester, some in conjunction with orchestra. Open to all treble voice students by audition.
(0-3) Cr. 1. Repeatable. F.S.
Advanced skills required, high quality literature. Campus concerts each semester, some concerts in conjunction with orchestras. Men's and women's choirs separately and in combination. Open to all students by audition.
(0-5) Cr. 1. Repeatable. F.S.
Concert choir specializing in performance of advanced music literature, Renaissance through contemporary. Campus concerts, annual spring tour. Open to all students by audition.
(0-4) Cr. 1. Repeatable. F.S.
Reading, preparation, and performance of standard repertoire. Five or six concerts annually plus occasional off-campus appearances. Open to all students by audition.
(1-2) Cr. 1-3. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: MUSIC major; Permission of Instructor
Applied music for music majors. Audition required.
(1-2) Cr. 1-3. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Music major; Permission of Instructor
(.5-2) for 1 cr. (1-2) for 2-3 cr. Minimum weekly practice of 5 hours per credit is expected. Weekly seminar required. Audition required.
(1-2) Cr. 1-3. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Music major; Permission of Instructor
(.5-2) for 1 cr. (1-2) for 2-3 cr. Minimum weekly practice of 5 hours per credit is expected. Weekly seminar required. Audition required.
(1-2) Cr. 1-3. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Music major; Permission of Instructor
(.5-2) for 1 cr. (1-2) for 2-3 cr. Minimum weekly practice of 5 hours per credit is expected. Weekly seminar required. Audition required.
(1-2) Cr. 1-3. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Music major; Permission of Instructor
(.5-2) for 1 cr. (1-2) for 2-3 cr. Minimum weekly practice of 5 hours per credit is expected. Weekly seminar required. Audition required.
(1-2) Cr. 1-3. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Music major; Permission of Instructor
(.5-2) for 1 cr. (1-2) for 2-3 cr. Minimum weekly practice of 5 hours per credit is expected. Weekly seminar required. Audition required.
(1-2) Cr. 1-3. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Music major; Permission of Instructor
(.5-2) for 1 cr. (1-2) for 2-3 cr. Minimum weekly practice of 5 hours per credit is expected. Weekly seminar required. Audition required.
(1-2) Cr. 1-3. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Music major; Permission of Instructor
(.5-2) for 1 cr. (1-2) for 2-3 cr. Minimum weekly practice of 5 hours per credit is expected. Weekly seminar required. Audition required.
(1-2) Cr. 1-3. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Music major; Permission of Instructor
(.5-2) for 1 cr. (1-2) for 2-3 cr. Minimum weekly practice of 5 hours per credit is expected. Weekly seminar required. Audition required.
(1-2) Cr. 1-3. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Music major; Permission of Instructor
(.5-2) for 1 cr. (1-2) for 2-3 cr. Minimum weekly practice of 5 hours per credit is expected. Weekly seminar required. Audition required.
(4-0) Cr. 4. F.
Prereq: MUSIC major or Permission of Instructor
Introduction to voice-leading principles. Application of diatonic harmony in analysis and four-part writing. Introduction to notation software and other technologies used in the study of music. Specific section recommendation will be made to students based on results of diagnostic exam.
(0-2) Cr. 1. F.
Prereq: (MUSIC major; credit or concurrent enrollment in MUSIC 224) or Permission of Instructor
Aural discrimination of intervals, rhythms and patterns, as demonstrated by proficiency in ear training, sight singing, and related musicianship skills.
(0-2) Cr. 1. F.S.
Prereq: MUSIC 128 or Permission of Instructor
Intermediate keyboard technique, transposition, harmonization, improvisation, repertory, and sight-reading skills. Introduction to score reading, hymn playing, and accompanying at the piano.
(0-2) Cr. 1. F.S.
Prereq: MUSIC 227 or Permission of Instructor
Continuation of intermediate keyboard technique, transposition, harmonization, improvisation, repertory, score reading, hymn playing, and accompanying at the piano.
(2-0) Cr. 2. F.S.
Introduction to audio and MIDI software used in creating digital music. Includes fundamentals of audio waveform editing, processing, and mixing, MIDI data structures, practical projects in musical composition using a digital audio workstation. Ability to read traditional music notation preferred.
(2-0) Cr. 2. S.
Prereq: MUSIC 224; MUSIC 225
Introduction to computer software applications used in musical arrangements and presentations, practical introduction to audio and MIDI technologies in lab-based music instruction, basic recording/sound reinforcement and music website management. Intended for Music Education Majors.
(2-0) Cr. 2. F.S.
Prereq: HD FS 102 or PSYCH 230
Experiencing and understanding the fundamentals of music through singing, playing classroom instruments, body movement, reading notation, listening, and creative activities. Developing lesson plan strategies and sequence, exploring multicultural musics, integrating music with other subjects in the elementary classroom, and evaluating aspects of musical learning.
(1-2) Cr. 2. S.
Prereq: Concurrent enrollment in MUSIC 280K
Required for first-year majors in music education. Historical, philosophical, and social foundations of music education; music curricula overview including goals of the music program, and contemporary and international curriculum development; psychology of teaching music including discipline techniques. Preparation for required observations in area schools.
(Cross-listed with EDUC). Cr. 0.5. Repeatable. S.
Pre-student teaching experience in music in school settings. Permission of Music coordinator required prior to enrollment. Clinical Experience Level 1.
Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only. EDUC 280 may be taken more than once for credit toward graduation.
Cr. arr. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: 12 credits in MUSIC; Department Permission
Independent study.
Cr. arr. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: 12 credits in MUSIC; Department Permission
Independent study in music education.
Cr. arr. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: 12 credits in MUSIC; Department Permission
Independent stud in music theory.
Cr. arr. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: 12 credits in MUSIC; Department Permission
Independent study in music composition.
Cr. arr. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: 12 credits in MUSIC; Department Permission
Independent study in music history.
Cr. arr. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: 12 credits in MUSIC; Department Permission
Independent study in music literature.
Cr. arr. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: 12 credits in MUSIC; Department Permission
Independent study in applied music.
Cr. arr. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: 12 credits in MUSIC; Department Permission
Independent study in conducting.
Cr. arr. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: 12 credits in MUSIC; Department Permission
Independent honors project in music.
Cr. arr. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: 12 credits in MUSIC; Department Permission
Independent study in music business.
Cr. 1-3. Repeatable. F.S.
Study of selected opera scenes, chamber operas, and works from contemporary and classical music theater. Basic stagecraft, role interpretation, production.
Cr. 1-3. Repeatable. F.S.
Study of selected opera scenes and chamber operas. Basic stagecraft, role interpretation, production.
Cr. 1-3. Repeatable. F.S.
Study of selected works from contemporary and classical music theater. Basic stagecraft, role interpretation, production.
(3-0) Cr. 3. S.
Prereq: MUSIC 102
Exploration of several great works of classical music in light of the artistic culture in which they were composed; and trends in musical styles as well as individual composers’ personalities over history through listening and discussion. Some concert attendance is required outside of class. An ability to read music is not required, but is recommended. Non-majors only.
Only one of Music 120 and 302 can count toward graduation.
(3-0) Cr. 3. F.S.
Rock 'n' Roll from the mid 1950s through the present, focusing on the development of rock styles from its roots in blues and folk music. Explores the various overlaps and cross-overs with other musical traditions including hip-hop, country, and pop. Expansion of listening experience through study of song forms, musical instruments of rock, and socio-political influences. Quizzes and examinations required. Ability to read or perform music not required.
(0.5-0) Cr. 1-2. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Permission of Instructor
Applied music for students other than music majors. Audition required.
(0.5-0) Cr. 1-2. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Permission of Instructor
(.5-0) for 1 cr. (1-0) for 2 cr. Applied music for the general student. Open only to non-majors. Will not satisfy applied music requirements for music majors. Audition required.
(0.5-0) Cr. 1-2. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Permission of Instructor
(.5-0) for 1 cr. (1-0) for 2 cr. Applied music for the general student. Open only to non-majors. Will not satisfy applied music requirements for music majors. Audition required.
(0.5-0) Cr. 1-2. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Permission of Instructor
(.5-0) for 1 cr. (1-0) for 2 cr. Applied music for the general student. Open only to non-majors. Will not satisfy applied music requirements for music majors. Audition required.
(0.5-0) Cr. 1-2. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Permission of Instructor
(.5-0) for 1 cr. (1-0) for 2 cr. Applied music for the general student. Open only to non-majors. Will not satisfy applied music requirements for music majors. Audition required.
(0.5-0) Cr. 1-2. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Permission of Instructor
(.5-0) for 1 cr. (1-0) for 2 cr. Applied music for the general student. Open only to non-majors. Will not satisfy applied music requirements for music majors. Audition required.
(0.5-0) Cr. 1-2. Repeatable. F.S.SS.
Prereq: Permission of Instructor
(.5-0) for 1 cr. (1-0) for 2 cr. Applied music for the general student. Open only to non-majors. Will not satisfy applied music requirements for music majors. Audition required.
(0.5-0) Cr. 1-2. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Permission of Instructor
(.5-0) for 1 cr. (1-0) for 2 cr. Applied music for the general student. Open only to non-majors. Will not satisfy applied music requirements for music majors. Audition required.
(0.5-0) Cr. 1-2. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Permission of Instructor
(.5-0) for 1 cr. (1-0) for 2 cr. Applied music for the general student. Open only to non-majors. Will not satisfy applied music requirements for music majors. Audition required.
(0.5-0) Cr. 1-2. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Permission of Instructor
(.5-0) for 1 cr. (1-0) for 2 cr. Applied music for the general student. Open only to non-majors. Will not satisfy applied music requirements for music majors. Audition required.
(1-2) Cr. 1-3. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Music major; passing grade on continuation exam; Permission of Instructor
Applied music for music majors. Audition required.
(1-2) Cr. 1-3. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Music major; passing grade on continuation exam; Permission of Instructor
(.5-2) for 1 cr. (1-2) for 2-3 cr. Minimum weekly practice of 5 hours per credit is expected. Weekly seminar required. Audition required.
(1-2) Cr. 1-3. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Music major; passing grade on continuation exam; Permission of Instructor
(.5-2) for 1 cr. (1-2) for 2-3 cr. Minimum weekly practice of 5 hours per credit is expected. Weekly seminar required. Audition required.
(1-2) Cr. 1-3. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Music major; passing grade on continuation exam; Permission of Instructor
(.5-2) for 1 cr. (1-2) for 2-3 cr. Minimum weekly practice of 5 hours per credit is expected. Weekly seminar required. Audition required.
(1-2) Cr. 1-3. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Music major; passing grade on continuation exam; Permission of Instructor
(.5-2) for 1 cr. (1-2) for 2-3 cr. Minimum weekly practice of 5 hours per credit is expected. Weekly seminar required. Audition required.
(1-2) Cr. 1-3. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Music major; passing grade on continuation exam; Permission of Instructor
(.5-2) for 1 cr. (1-2) for 2-3 cr. Minimum weekly practice of 5 hours per credit is expected. Weekly seminar required. Audition required.
(1-2) Cr. 1-3. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Music major; passing grade on continuation exam; Permission of Instructor
(.5-2) for 1 cr. (1-2) for 2-3 cr. Minimum weekly practice of 5 hours per credit is expected. Weekly seminar required. Audition required.
(1-2) Cr. 1-3. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Music major; passing grade on continuation exam; Permission of Instructor
(.5-2) for 1 cr. (1-2) for 2-3 cr. Minimum weekly practice of 5 hours per credit is expected. Weekly seminar required. Audition required.
(1-2) Cr. 1-3. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Music major; passing grade on continuation exam; Permission of Instructor
(.5-2) for 1 cr. (1-2) for 2-3 cr. Minimum weekly practice of 5 hours per credit is expected. Weekly seminar required. Audition required.
(1-2) Cr. 1-3. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Music major; passing grade on continuation exam; Permission of Instructor
(.5-2) for 1 cr. (1-2) for 2-3 cr. Minimum weekly practice of 5 hours per credit is expected. Weekly seminar required. Audition required.
(0-3) Cr. 1. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Permission of Instructor
Performance in chamber music ensembles that demand high proficiency. Advanced proficiency and performing ability required.
(0-3) Cr. 1. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Permission of Instructor
Performance in ensembles that demand high proficiency. Open to a limited number of undergraduate and graduate students. Advanced proficiency and performing ability required.
(0-3) Cr. 1. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Permission of Instructor
Performance in ensembles that demand high proficiency. Open to a limited number of undergraduate and graduate students. Advanced proficiency and performing ability required.
(0-3) Cr. 1. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Permission of Instructor
Performance in ensembles that demand high proficiency. Open to a limited number of undergraduate and graduate students. Advanced proficiency and performing ability required.
(0-3) Cr. 1. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Permission of Instructor
Performance in ensembles that demand high proficiency. Open to a limited number of undergraduate and graduate students. Advanced proficiency and performing ability required.
(0-3) Cr. 1. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Permission of Instructor
Performance in ensembles that demand high proficiency. Open to a limited number of undergraduate and graduate students. Advanced proficiency and performing ability required.
(0-3) Cr. 1. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Permission of Instructor
Performance in ensembles that demand high proficiency. Open to a limited number of undergraduate and graduate students. Advanced proficiency and performing ability required.
(0-3) Cr. 1. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Permission of Instructor
Performance in ensembles that demand high proficiency. Open to a limited number of undergraduate and graduate students. Advanced proficiency and performing ability required.
(0-3) Cr. 1. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Permission of Instructor
Performance in ensembles that demand high proficiency. Open to a limited number of undergraduate and graduate students. Advanced proficiency and performing ability required.
(2-0) Cr. 2. Alt. F., offered even-numbered years.
Prereq: Credit or enrollment in MUSIC 118A or MUSIC 119A
The international phonetic alphabet and its application to correct pronunciation of English and Italian in singing.
(2-0) Cr. 2. Alt. S., offered odd-numbered years.
Prereq: Credit or enrollment in MUSIC 118A or MUSIC 119A
The international phonetic alphabet and its application to correct pronunciation of French and German in singing.
(0-3) Cr. 2.
Emphasis on sight reading, three and four-part score reading, improvisation, accompanying, and advanced harmonization.
(0-3) Cr. 2.
Prereq: MUSIC 228 or Permission of Instructor
Emphasis on sight reading, three and four-part score reading, improvisation, accompanying, and advanced harmonization.
(0-3) Cr. 2. S.
Prereq: MUSIC 228 or Permission of Instructor
Emphasis on sight reading, three and four-part score reading, improvisation, accompanying, and advanced harmonization.
(3-0) Cr. 3. F.
Prereq: MUSIC 234
Characteristics of common practice chromatic harmony and analytical techniques addressing stylistic practices of music since 1900. Application of these materials to analysis, part writing, and composition. Concurrent enrollment in 335 recommended.
(3-0) Cr. 3. S.
Prereq: MUSIC 246 or Permission of Instructor
Programming and interface design for creative musical applications. Includes computer generation of music data, advanced MIDI data processing, practical projects in musical composition and performance using a visual programming language.
(0-2) Cr. 1. F.
Prereq: Music major; concurrent enrollment in MUSIC 358B or MUSIC 358C
Techniques and skills required for teaching of instruments. Examination of materials for school use. Intended for instrumental music education students.
(1-2) Cr. 2. S.
Prereq: Music major; concurrent enrollment in MUSIC 358B or MUSIC 358C
Techniques and skills required for teaching of instruments. Examination of materials for school use. Intended for instrumental music education students.
(0-2) Cr. 1. F.
Prereq: MUSIC major; concurrent enrollment in MUSIC 358B or MUSIC 358C
Techniques and skills required for teaching of instruments. Examination of materials for school use. Intended for instrumental music education students.
(0-2) Cr. 1. F.
Prereq: Music major; concurrent enrollment in MUSIC 358B or MUSIC 358C
Techniques and skills required for teaching of instruments. Examination of materials for school use. Intended for instrumental music education students.
(0-2) Cr. 1. S.
Prereq: MUSIC major; concurrent enrollment in MUSIC 358B or MUSIC 358C
Techniques and skills required for teaching of instruments. Examination of materials for school use. Intended for instrumental music education students.
(0-2) Cr. 1. S.
Prereq: Music major; concurrent enrollment in MUSIC 358B or MUSIC 358C
Techniques and skills required to teach percussion instruments in the schools. Techniques for performing and teaching snare drum, keyboard percussion instruments, timpani, band and orchestral hand instruments, drum set, and Latin percussion. Intended for instrumental music education students.
Cr. R. Repeatable.
Review and selection of appropriate literature for ensembles of differing levels and abilities; conducting and rehearsal experience. Intended for music education students. For vocal music education majors, expected every semester offered. For instrumentalists, concurrent enrollment in 358B or 358C is expected while in Techniques classes (MUSIC 350-355).
Cr. R. Repeatable. F.Alt. S., offered odd-numbered years.
Sight singing, conducting, and accompanying experience in conjunction with 362A and 465. Required of all vocal music education majors.
Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.
Cr. R. Repeatable. F.S.
Performance on secondary instruments and conducting. Includes experiences with wind, string, and percussion instruments and techniques. Required of all instrumental music education majors.
Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.
(2-0) Cr. 2. Alt. S., offered even-numbered years.
Prereq: Credit or concurrent enrollment in MUSIC 219A
Physical, acoustical, and musical properties of the vocal instrument, including a survey of important texts and articles on singing and voice production.
(1-2) Cr. 2.
(1-2) Cr. 2. Alt. S., offered odd-numbered years.
Prereq: MUSIC major; MUSIC 361; concurrent enrollment in MUSIC 358A; concurrent enrollment in (MUSIC 141, MUSIC 151, or MUSIC 161)
Advanced baton technique, score preparation and interpretation of choral repertoire.
(1-2) Cr. 2. S.
Prereq: MUSIC major; MUSIC 361; concurrent enrollment in MUSIC 358B
Advanced baton technique. Score preparation. Specific problems of large instrumental ensembles.
(2-0) Cr. 2. F.
Prereq: MUSIC major; MUSIC 266; concurrent enrollment in MUSIC 480K
Music education strategies and materials including development of appropriate objectives and plans for general music classes utilizing traditional and multicultural musics, evaluating musical learning; overview of Orff Schulwerk, Kodaly, and Dalcroze approaches; music in special education; required teaching in lab settings and observations in area schools. Admission to Education Preparation Program required.
(2-0) Cr. 2. Alt. S., offered even-numbered years.
Overview of choral repertoire from the sixteenth century to the present, including accessible works for the young conductor. MUSIC 361 recommended.
(2-0) Cr. 2. Alt. S., offered odd-numbered years.
Prereq: MUSIC major
Techniques and materials for teaching marching band in the high school; philosophy, computer assisted drill design, music analysis, band set up, and other related skills. Jazz style, articulation, phrasing, materials and teaching techniques for secondary school jazz ensembles. Credit or enrollment in MUSIC 362B recommended.
(0-2) Cr. 1. Alt. S., offered odd-numbered years.
Prereq: MUSIC major
Practical examination of current teaching methods and materials. Intended for string instrumental music education majors.
(1-0) Cr. 1. Repeatable, maximum of 15 credits. F.
Prereq: MUSIC major; MUSIC 280K
Techniques and skills required to teach instrumental music in K-12 schools. Introduction of instruments, score reading and transposition, rehearsal techniques, literature, resources and other related skills. Intended for vocal music education majors and required for Iowa teaching license. Admission to Education Preparation Program required.
(1-0) Cr. 1. S.
Prereq: MUSIC major; MUSIC 280K
Techniques and skills required to teach vocal/choral music in K-12 schools. Vocal production and health, rehearsal techniques, repertoire, resources and other related skills. Intended for instrumental music education majors and required for Iowa teaching license. Admission to Educator Preparation Program required.
(Cross-listed with EDUC). (1-8) Cr. 1-2.
Prereq: Admission to Educator Preparation Program
Participation in a K-12 school setting. Permission of Music coordinator required prior to enrollment. Clinical Experience Level 2.
Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.
(3-0) Cr. 3. F.
Prereq: (MUSIC 120; Music major) or Permission of Instructor
History of the stylistic and cultural development of music: Middle Ages through Baroque.
Meets International Perspectives Requirement.
(3-0) Cr. 3. S.
Prereq: (MUSIC 120; Music major) or Permission of Instructor
History of the stylistic and cultural development of music: Classical through contemporary music.
Meets International Perspectives Requirement.
Cr. 1-4. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Permission of Instructor
Includes experience in technology relative to the particular discipline.
Cr. 1-4. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Permission of Instructor
Includes experience in technology relative to the particular discipline.
Cr. 1-4. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Permission of Instructor
Includes experience in technology relative to the particular discipline.
Cr. 1-4. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Permission of Instructor
Includes experience in technology relative to the particular discipline.
Cr. 1-4. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Permission of Instructor
Includes experience in technology relative to the particular discipline.
Cr. 1-4. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Permission of Instructor
Includes experience in technology relative to the particular discipline.
Cr. 1-4. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Permission of Instructor
Includes experience in technology relative to the particular discipline.
Cr. 1-4. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Permission of Instructor
Includes experience in technology relative to the particular discipline.
Cr. 1-4. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Permission of Instructor
Includes experience in technology relative to the particular discipline.
Cr. 1-4. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Permission of Instructor
Includes experience in technology relative to the particular discipline.
Cr. 8-12. F.S.
Prereq: MUSIC major; minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5
Evaluation of instruction, lesson planning, and teaching in the liberal arts and sciences. Admission to teacher education required.
(Dual-listed with MUSIC 517R). (Cross-listed with EDUC). Cr. arr. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Minimum GPA of 2.5; Admitted to Educator Preparation Program, approval of coordinator during semester before student teaching
Evaluation of instruction, lesson planning, and teaching in the liberal arts and sciences.
(Dual-listed with MUSIC 517S). (Cross-listed with EDUC). Cr. arr. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Minimum GPA of 2.5; Admitted to Educator Preparation Program; approval of coordinator during semester before student teaching
Evaluation of instruction, lesson planning, and teaching in the liberal arts and sciences.
(1-2) Cr. 1-3. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Music major; Permission of Instructor
Applied music for music majors. Audition required.
(1-2) Cr. 1-3. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Music major; Permission of Instructor
(.5-2) for 1 cr. (1-2) for 2-3 cr. Minimum weekly practice of 5 hours per credit is expected. Weekly seminar required. Audition required.
(1-2) Cr. 1-3. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Music major; Permission of Instructor
(.5-2) for 1 cr. (1-2) for 2-3 cr. Minimum weekly practice of 5 hours per credit is expected. Weekly seminar required. Audition required.
(1-2) Cr. 1-3. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Music major; Permission of Instructor
(.5-2) for 1 cr. (1-2) for 2-3 cr. Minimum weekly practice of 5 hours per credit is expected. Weekly seminar required. Audition required.
(1-2) Cr. 1-3. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Music major; Permission of Instructor
(.5-2) for 1 cr. (1-2) for 2-3 cr. Minimum weekly practice of 5 hours per credit is expected. Weekly seminar required. Audition required.
(1-2) Cr. 1-3. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Music major; Permission of Instructor
(.5-2) for 1 cr. (1-2) for 2-3 cr. Minimum weekly practice of 5 hours per credit is expected. Weekly seminar required. Audition required.
(1-2) Cr. 1-3. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Music major; Permission of Instructor
(.5-2) for 1 cr. (1-2) for 2-3 cr. Minimum weekly practice of 5 hours per credit is expected. Weekly seminar required. Audition required.
(1-2) Cr. 1-3. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Music major; Permission of Instructor
(.5-2) for 1 cr. (1-2) for 2-3 cr. Minimum weekly practice of 5 hours per credit is expected. Weekly seminar required. Audition required.
(1-2) Cr. 1-3. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Music major; Permission of Instructor
(.5-2) for 1 cr. (1-2) for 2-3 cr. Minimum weekly practice of 5 hours per credit is expected. Weekly seminar required. Audition required.
(1-2) Cr. 1-3. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Music major; Permission of Instructor
(.5-2) for 1 cr. (1-2) for 2-3 cr. Minimum weekly practice of 5 hours per credit is expected. Weekly seminar required. Audition required.
(3-0) Cr. 3. F.
Prereq: MUSIC 246 or Permission of Instructor
Digital sound synthesis structures for creative musical applications. Includes modular sound synthesis techniques, software synthesizer design, and practical projects in electronic music composition.
(2-0) Cr. 2. Alt. S., offered even-numbered years.
Prereq: MUSIC major
Instructional materials and methods appropriate for teaching instrumental music in elementary, middle school, and high school music programs. Required observations in area schools. Intended for instrumental music education students. Credit or enrollment in MUSIC 362B recommended.
(2-0) Cr. 2. F.
Prereq: MUSIC major; MUSIC 366; concurrent enrollment in MUSIC 358A
Instructional materials and methods appropriate for teaching choral music in the secondary school. Emphasis on pedagogy and rehearsal techniques. Required observations in area schools. Intended for vocal music education students.
(2-1) Cr. 2. F.
Prereq: MUSIC 362; credit or concurrent enrollment in MUSIC 366; concurrent enrollment in MUSIC 480K
Developing a rationale for music education; music program development; evaluation of music curricula, programs and facilities; professional growth of the teacher; preparation for student teaching and the job market. Required observations in area schools.
(3-0) Cr. 3. Alt. F., offered irregularly.
Prereq: MUSIC 101 or MUSIC 224
History and development of the sacred and secular music in North America from approximately 1600 to the present, exploring the diverse cultural backgrounds that have contributed to the variety of contemporary musical styles. Ability to read music required.
Meets U.S. Diversity Requirement
(Cross-listed with EDUC). Cr. 1-2. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Admission to Educator Preparation Program
Participation in a K-12 school setting. Permission of Music coordinator required prior to enrollment. Clinical Experience Level 3.
Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.
Cr. arr. Repeatable. F.S.SS.
Prereq: 12 credits in MUSIC; Department Permission
(Cross-listed with EDUC). Cr. arr. Repeatable. F.S.SS.
Prereq: 12 credits in MUSIC; Department Permission
Independent Study in Music.
Cr. arr. Repeatable. F.S.SS.
Prereq: 12 credits in MUSIC; Department Permission
Cr. arr. Repeatable. F.S.SS.
Prereq: 12 credits in MUSIC; Department Permission
Cr. arr. Repeatable. F.S.SS.
Prereq: 12 credits in MUSIC; Department Permission
Cr. arr. Repeatable. F.S.SS.
Prereq: 12 credits in MUSIC; Department Permission
Cr. arr. Repeatable. F.S.SS.
Prereq: 12 credits in MUSIC; Department Permission
Cr. arr. Repeatable. F.S.SS.
Prereq: 12 credits in MUSIC; Department Permission
Cr. arr. Repeatable. F.S.SS.
Prereq: 12 credits in MUSIC; Department Permission
Cr. arr. Repeatable. F.S.SS.
Prereq: 12 credits in MUSIC; Department Permission
Courses primarily for graduate students, open to qualified undergraduates:
(Dual-listed with MUSIC 417R). (Cross-listed with EDUC). Cr. arr. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Minimum GPA of 2.5; Admitted to Educator Preparation Program, approval of coordinator during semester before student teaching
Evaluation of instruction, lesson planning, and teaching in the liberal arts and sciences.
(Dual-listed with MUSIC 417S). (Cross-listed with EDUC). Cr. arr. Repeatable. F.S.
Prereq: Minimum GPA of 2.5; Admitted to Educator Preparation Program; approval of coordinator during semester before student teaching
Evaluation of instruction, lesson planning, and teaching in the liberal arts and sciences.
Cr. arr. Repeatable. F.S.SS.
Prereq: Permission of instructor, approval of department head
Cr. arr. Repeatable. F.S.SS.
Prereq: Permission of instructor, approval of department head
Cr. arr. Repeatable. F.S.SS.
Prereq: Permission of instructor, approval of department head
Cr. arr. Repeatable. F.S.SS.
Prereq: Permission of instructor, approval of department head
Cr. arr. Repeatable. F.S.SS.
Prereq: Permission of instructor, approval of department head
Cr. arr. Repeatable. F.S.SS.
Prereq: Permission of instructor, approval of department head
Cr. arr. Repeatable. F.S.SS.
Prereq: Permission of instructor, approval of department head
Cr. arr. Repeatable. F.S.SS.
Prereq: Permission of instructor, approval of department head
Cr. arr. Repeatable. F.S.SS.
Prereq: Permission of instructor, approval of department head