Division of Music

FACULTY

FRED A. MUND, Chair, Division of Music, Professor of Music, 1968—
BS, Olivet Nazarene University, 1962; MS, Butler University, 1965.

JAMES S. FOGLESONG, Director of Music Business Program, 1999—
BM, Eastman School of Music, 1950.

PAUL A. CHRISTIANSON, Professor of Music, 1993—
BA, Northwest Nazarene University, 1986; MA, University of Idaho, 1988; DMA, University of Georgia, 1997.

TIMOTHY H. CIERPKE, Professor of Music, 1988—
BA, Point Loma Nazarene University, 1971; MM, Samford University, 1979; DMA, Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, 1987.

DAVID J. DIEHL, Associate Professor of Music, 1997—
BS, Trevecca Nazarene University, 1989; MEd, Trevecca Nazarene University, 1990; MMu, Austin Peay State University, 1997; DA, Ball State University, 2007.

SAMUEL D. GREEN, Associate Professor of Music, 1998—
BS, Trevecca Nazarene University, 1987; MMEd, Belmont University, 1989; EdD, Tennessee State University, 1998.

RENITA J. KOEHN, Associate Professor of Music, 2005—
BA, Mount Vernon Nazarene University, 1985; MM, Morehead State University, 1988; DMA, University of Kentucky, 2003.

MICHAEL S. PORTER, Assistant to the Director of the Music Business Program; Assistant Professor of Music, 2005—
BA, Trevecca Nazarene University, 2001; MS, Trevecca Nazarene University, 2004.

Division of Music General Information

The Division of Music offers a Bachelor of Science degree within a Liberal Arts setting with majors in Church Music, Music Business, Music Education, and Music (Liberal Arts). Career and service opportunities in music include serving in various aspects of music ministry, the music industry, teaching in public and private schools and colleges which offer programs in vocal or instrumental music, and professional singing and playing in symphonies, opera, orchestras, and church musician positions.

The division's educational philosophy is based on the premise that a student must experience the performing of music. Therefore, each major program offers opportunities to perform with either vocal or instrumental groups on campus in addition to the basic core of music courses. Performing ensembles in the Division of Music are Ambassadors, Choral Union, Covenant Choir, Madrigalians, Treble Tones, Trevecca Master Chorale, Trevecca Symphony Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble, Commercial Guitar Ensemble, Guitar Ensemble, Percussion Ensemble, Musical Theatre Ensemble, Opera Workshop, Brass Quintet, Woodwind Quintet , and University Handbell Choir.

Students who are not music majors may elect courses in music, perform in ensembles, or study applied music in order to broaden and enrich their appreciation of the fine arts.

Trevecca Nazarene University is an accredited institutional member of the National Association of Schools of Music.

Mission Statement

The Division of Music seeks to educate the prospective professional and practitioner in the areas of music industry, music education, church music, and classic music training for a life of leadership and service.

The Division of Music provides opportunity for the Trevecca Nazarene University community to broaden their appreciation and understanding of music. The division provides the general education student with instructional courses in music performance and music appreciation through which the aesthetic, intellectual, and creative needs in the area of music can be effectively satisfied.

Learning Outcomes

Graduates with a Music major will be able to:

1. Demonstrate a functional knowledge of the language and grammar of music.
2. Demonstrate the ability to hear, identify, and relate aesthetically the elements of music: rhythm, melody, harmony, and structure.
3. Have developed an understanding of the methods by which music is composed.
4. Have developed an acquaintance with a wide selection of music literature.
5. Have developed the ability to discriminate in music.

Division Regulations

Students choosing to major in music should be prepared to sing or play representative works from their repertoire for placement into class or private instruction. Additional placement procedures include proficiency examinations in music theory (written and aural) and functional keyboard skills. Incoming students desiring to major in music education, church music, or music (liberal arts) will be required to take a piano placement test. The student will be placed in the appropriate Class Piano course. Based on the placement, the class piano courses not required will be waived.

Students pursuing the Music Education major must make formal application to the Teacher Education Program as is outlined in the School of Education teacher education guidelines.

Applied Study

Students should have had pre-college experience in their major applied field. Instruction is required each semester until the 8-semester-hour minimum requirement is satisfied and a senior recital is given in Church Music, Music Education, and Music (Liberal Arts) majors.

Each student desiring applied study must audition for placement. To register for applied study, the student must have the instructor's approval. Music Business majors must complete at least two consecutive semesters in the same applied area of study.

Students enrolled in degree programs requiring a senior recital must pass an applied examination at the end of their 4th semester. A minimum of 9 applied hours is required to register for senior recital. At least 5 hours must be upper division (4000) level taken consecutively over 3 or 4 semesters. Applied lessons are as follows:

One 30-minute lesson requires a minimum of 6 hours outside practice weekly.

Music Majors may count 1 hour credit of class instruction in their principal applied area toward graduation requirements.

Ensembles

Any student may apply for membership in one or more of the divisional ensembles which provide opportunity for a variety of musical experiences through performances. Music majors and minors are required to participate in an appropriate ensemble each semester they are enrolled in applied study; i.e., vocal and keyboard students enroll in Choral Union; orchestral students enroll in Wind Ensemble; guitar students enroll in Guitar Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble, or Commercial Guitar Ensemble (2 credit hours minimum of Commercial Guitar Ensemble and 2 credit hours minimum of Guitar Ensemble). Additional required ensembles hours are at the student's discretion.

Music BS (Liberal Arts)

Music Four-Year Plan

Freshman Year

Sophomore Year

Junior Year

Senior Year

Music Business BS

Music Business Four-Year Plan

Freshman Year

Sophomore Year

Junior Year

Senior Year

Music Education BS (Vocal/General K-12 or Instrumental 7-12)

* For Vocal/General endorsement – Applied Study will be Voice, and the Ensemble will be Choral Union.

* For Instrumental endorsement - Applied Study will be Instrumental, and the Ensemble will be Wind Ensemble.

*EDU 1500 must be taken with EDU 1010.

**EDU/MUS 2800 must be taken with EDU 2011, 2012, or 2013.

***MUS/EDU 4170 must be taken with EDU 4550.

****EDU 4600 must be taken with EDU 4670.

*****EDU 4630 must be taken in the August immediately prior to student teaching.

Music Education Four-Year Plan

Freshman Year

Sophomore Year

Junior Year

Senior Year

Church Music BS

Church Music Four-Year Plan

Freshman Year

Sophomore Year

Junior Year

Senior Year

Music Business Minor

Music Minor

Church Music Minor

Music Course Descriptions

THEORY, HISTORY, AND LITERATURE

MUS 1000—Music Fundamentals (3)

A basic theory course designed for the non-music major or as a review for the prospective music major. Covers elementary problems in rhythm, time signatures, scales, intervals and chords. Every semester.

MUS 1300—Finale (2)

Designed for the entering music student. The music writing program "Finale" will be learned with a hands-on format. "Finale" is the basic language of the Division of Music and is basic to all writing courses that follow. No prerequisites. Every semester.

MUS 1500—Fine Arts (3)

Designed to give students a working knowledge of the development of music, art, sculpture, and architecture from ancient times to the present with an emphasis on the Western fine arts. The goal of the class is to serve the student in developing skills to intelligently critique and understand the arts covered during the course of this class. Every semester.

MUS 1515—Art for the Music Major (1)

Designed to give students a working knowledge of the development of art, sculpture, and architecture from ancient times to the present with an emphasis on the Western fine arts. The goal of this class is to serve the student in developing skills to intelligently critique and understand the arts covered during the course of this class. Spring.

MUS 2000—Technology for Music Majors (2)

Designed to familiarize the music major with word processing, spreadsheets, databases and Internet. Students will be expected to be able to store, retrieve and manipulate material on the computer. Fulfills General Education requirement for Computer Literacy. Prerequisite MUS 1300. Every semester.

MUS 2010—Theory I (2)

The study of music from Medieval Period to 1700. Students will be expected to compose and analyze music appropriate to the styles studied within the context of the era under investigation. Students will be expected to make use of the Macintosh Computer Lab to aid in their instruction. Prerequisite MUS 1000 (C- or better) or passing of the theory entrance test and MUS 1300. Fall.

MUS 2020—Theory II (2)

Continuation of Theory I. The study of music from 1700 to 1800. Spring.

MUS 2060—Aural Theory I (2)

The teaching of aural skills in music theory, focusing on both dictation and sight singing with the single goal of developing internal musical perception and the ability to hear musical relationships accurately and with understanding. Equal emphasis is placed on melodic, harmonic and rhythmic elements in music. Classroom and computer lab instruction is utilized. Initial emphasis on half-beat values in rhythmic study, music interval study involving m2-M3, melodic study involving diatonic melodies and harmonic study involving I and V chords. Fall.

MUS 2070—Aural Theory II (2)

Continuing development of internal musical perception through ear training and sight singing with emphasis on duple and triple subdivisions in rhythmic study, music interval study involving m2-P5, melodic study involving leaps of m3-P5 and harmonic study involving I, ii, IV, V chords and non-harmonic tones. Spring.

MUS 2150—Commercial Music History (2)

A survey of the development of commercial music written in America from the early 19th century to the present. The term commercial refers to music written for consumable use and not primarily as a work of art. Fall.

MUS 2410—History I (2)

Study of the development of Western music from ancient civilization through the Renaissance. Fall.

MUS 2420—History II (2)

Study of the development of Western music during the Baroque and Classical periods. Prerequisite MUS 2410. Spring.

MUS 3010—Theory III (2)

Continuation of Theory II. The study of music from 1800 to 1900. Fall.

MUS 3020—Theory IV (2)

Continuation of Theory III. The study of music from 1900 to the present with emphasis on non-traditional forms of composition. Spring.

MUS 3060—Aural Theory III (2)

Continuing development of internal musical perception through ear training and sight singing with emphasis on quarter-beat values and half-beat values in syncopation in rhythmic study, music interval study involving m2-M6, melodic study involving I, IV, V, and vii6 chords and harmonic study involving full harmonic dictation. Fall.

MUS 3070—Aural Theory IV (2)

Continuing development of internal musical perception through ear training and sight singing with emphasis on quarter-beat values and triplets, music interval study involving all intervals, melodic study involving larger leaps and harmonic study involving I, ii, IV, V, vi chords and full harmonic dictation. Spring.

MUS 3100—Elementary Conducting (2)

A study of the fundamentals of conducting. Emphasis on beat patterns and methods of indicating meter, tempo, volume and style. Material drawn from sacred and secular choral music. Open to all students. Required of all majors and minors. Fall.

MUS 3110—Advanced Conducting (2)

Continuation of MUS 3100 with emphasis on baton skills. Materials will be drawn from appropriate instrumental and instrumental/ choral combination literature. Spring.

MUS 3410—History III (2)

Study of the development of Western music during the Romantic period. Prerequisite MUS 2420. Fall.

MUS 3420—History IV (2)

Study of the development of Western music during the 20th century and beyond. Prerequisite MUS 3410. Spring.

MUS 3620— Diction for Singers (3)

Designed to familiarize the singer with the basic rules of pronunciation in Italian, German, and French languages with instruction in the International Phonetic Alphabet. As needed.

MUS 4010—Orchestration (3)

A practical study of the techniques of arranging for various types of instrumental groups. Prerequisite: MUS 2020. Fall.

MUS 4020—Choral Arranging (3)

Intended to give the student competency in arranging music for all types of vocal combinations. Prerequisite: MUS 2020. Fall—odd years.

MUS 4100—Seminar in Advanced Conducting (1)

Advanced study in conducting, majoring on actual conducting experience under faculty supervision. Open only to those who have completed the regular conducting sequence of courses, with consent of the instructor. As needed.

MUS 4200—Keyboard Literature and Pedagogy (2)

Designed to familiarize the student with selected keyboard literature from the Baroque to the present. Discussion and study of selected teaching methods and materials is included. As needed.

MUS 4220—Woodwind Literature and Pedagogy (2)

Involves the theory and practice of teaching applied woodwinds. Includes discussion and study of materials and methods with practical experience of teaching in a lab situation. As needed.

MUS 4230—Brass Literature and Pedagogy (2)

Involves the theory and practice of teaching applied brass. Includes discussion and study of materials and methods with practical experience of teaching in a lab situation. As needed.

MUS 4240—String Literature and Pedagogy (2)

Involves the theory and practice of teaching applied strings. Includes discussion and study of materials and methods with practical experience of teaching in a lab situation. As needed.

MUS 4310—Vocal Literature and Pedagogy (2)

The study of vocal music and composers from all periods in history. This class will look at the vocal instrument and vocal techniques for teaching. As needed.

MUS 4330—Directed Study in Music (1-3)

Consists of special projects or specialized research in music. As needed.

MUS 4500—Seminar: Special Topics in Music and Literature (1-3)

As needed.

MUSIC EDUCATION

MUS 2300—Brass Methods (1)

A study of teaching problems through the practical experience of learning to play brass under supervision. Development of fundamental techniques and acquaintance with literature for the beginning student. Spring.

MUS 2310—Woodwind Methods (1)

A study of teaching problems through the practical experience of learning to play woodwinds under supervision. Development of fundamental techniques and acquaintance with literature for the beginning student. Fall.

MUS 2320—String Methods (1)

A study of teaching problems through the practical experience of learning to play strings under supervision. Development of fundamental techniques and acquaintance with literature for the beginning student. Fall.

MUS 2330—Percussion Methods (1)

A study of teaching problems through the practical experience of learning to play percussion under supervision. Development of fundamental techniques and acquaintance with literature for the beginning student. Spring.

MUS 2800—Introduction to Music Education (4)

Designed to introduce students to the fundamental concepts of Music Education with an emphasis on Elementary and Middle school education. The course will focus on the unique applications of foundational educational theories and practices in the music classroom. Course content will also include instructional methods (K-12) and methods for effective classroom climates. Concurrent course: EDU 2011, 2012, or EDU 2013. Fee charged. Cross listed as EDU 2800. Fall—odd years.

MUS 3050—Instrument Repair (2)

A course dealing with the methods, materials, and skills needed in repairing musical instruments of all kinds. Students will be required to disassemble and reassemble instruments and diagnose and correct problems in malfunctioning instruments. Fee charged. Fall—even years.

MUS 3400—Music for Elementary Classroom Teachers (3)

For Elementary Education majors only. Philosophy, method and materials for teaching music in a regular classroom. As needed.

MUS 3910—Midi/Sequencing Techniques in Music (2)

An advanced course designed for students desiring more skills and training in using midi and sequencing techniques in the recording process. Various midi devices including Korg and PROteus will be used in conjunction with "Metro 4" sequencing program to record in analog and digital formats. Prerequisite: MUS 1300. Spring—even years.

MUS 4170—Materials and Methods of Music Education (4)

Designed to introduce students to the materials, methods, and skills necessary to be a music educator with an emphasis on secondary school education. Course content will also include reading and writing in the content area and educational tests and measurements. Concurrent course: EDU 4550. Cross listed as EDU 4170 Spring—even years.

MUS 4420—Marching Band Techniques (3)

Designed to prepare Instrumental Music Education Majors for Marching Band responsibilities at the high school level. Subjects covered include: marching technique, drill design and writing, drill teaching, marching band arrangements and arranging, outdoor acoustical considerations, marching band equipment and administration. As needed.

CHURCH MUSIC

MUS 1400—Foundations of Church Music (3)

Designed to establish the historical and theological foundations of church music. Students will engage in learning the range of worship practices from the Patriarchal Period (ca. 2000-1700 BC) to the contemporary period of the 21st century. Fall—even years.

MUS 2200—Church Music Practicum (1)

Intended to give the student an insight into the functioning of a church music program. The student will be available to assist in the operation of the music program short of taking full responsibility for a given service. Every semester.

MUS 2510—Seminar in Church Music Programs (1)

Intended to develop strategies for planning musical concerts, cantatas, oratorios and musical plays within the confines of the church. The student will develop a usable knowledge of equipment essential for smooth facilitation of a performance. Prerequisite MUS 1400. Every semester.

MUS 2520—Choral Literature and Pedagogy (2)

Intended to acquaint the potential church musician with music suitable for worship in the Christian church. The student will develop an ethical approach to singers and singing and will gain knowledge of how to work with the professional singer as well as the non-professional singer in the church. Spring—odd years.

MUS 3500—Hymnology (3)

The history, classification, and practice of the hymnody of the Christian church to the present. Spring—odd years.

MUS 4150—The Church Music Minister (2)

A practical approach to the everyday responsibilities of a Church Worship Leader. Prerequisites: MUS 1400 or PRA 3205 and MUS 3500. Fall—odd years.

MUS 4510—Career Internship in Church Music (1-3)

Explores the various needs of the church music program. Emphasis is placed on methods and materials available for implementation. Opportunity is given the student to gain practical experience in an approved church situation. Consent of instructor. Supervision coordinated with the Career Planning Office. (Maximum of 6 hours.) Graded S/U. As needed.

MUSIC BUSINESS

MUB 1050—Introduction to the Recording Studio (2)

Designed to familiarize the student with the recording studio. Areas covered include basic electronics, tape machines, studio set up, mixing, editing, equipment functions, and engineering fundamentals. The student receives an overall view of the recording studio and its function in the Music Industry. Instruction in 6-track studio B. Fall.

MUB 1100—Survey of Music Business I (3)

A study of the theoretical foundations of the music industry with special emphasis given to practical applications. An in-depth study of organizations and a general overview of the industry. Fall.

MUB 1110—Survey of Music Business II (2)

A continuation of MUB 1100 with emphasis on industry practics. MUB 1110 taken concurrently with MUB 1150. Prerequisite MUB 1100. Spring.

MUB 1150—Survey Practicum in Music Business (1)

Observation and participation in music business companies. Required of music business students, taken concurrently with MUB 1110 in the freshman year. Forty (40) hours of field experience are completed from the following areas: music merchandising, music public relations, music copyright, and music studio. Permission required. Graded S/U. Every semester.

MUB 1700—Copyright Law (3)

A study of the complexities of copyright law in the music industry. Prerequisite: MUB 1110. Fall.

MUB 1710—Music Industry Law (3)

A study of the principles and practices of law and management including contract negotiations, torts, crimes, and the relationship of law to the artist and to the market. Prerequisite: MUB 1100. Spring.

MUB 1720—Field Experience in Music Business (1)

Observation, participation, and assisting in a music business company. Required of music business students, taken concurrently with MUB 1700 in the sophomore year. Forty (40) hours of field experience are required. Permission required. Prerequisite: MUB 1110. Graded S/U. Every semester.

MUB 2050—Recording Techniques (2)

Hands-on experience provided in several methods of mixing and recording different instruments and vocalists to produce a variety of musical effects while planning and conducting actual recording sessions involving student performers. Instruction is in the 16-track studio A. Prerequisite MUB 1050. Spring.

MUB 2100—Introduction to Songwriting (2)

An introduction to the craft of songwriting (all genres: Christian, Pop, Country, etc.). A detailed examination of the songwriting processes (song analysis, avoidance of clichés, re-writing, etc.) as well as a historical overview of commercial songs and songwriters. Fall semester.

MUB 2200—Public Relations in the Music Industry (2)

A course dealing with public relations of the artist, company, and product including: press releases, press kits, press parties, artist kits, news for radio and television, printing bids, and color separation. Prerequisite: MUB 1110. Fall.

MUB 2220—Music Publishing (3)

Course deals with the creation, development, exploitation and administration of song copyrights in all genres of music. Areas of focus will include the publisher/songwriter relationship, producing "song" demos, catalog valuation and development, licensing, print, international sub-publishing, sources of income, contracts, legal issues and challenges. Every semester.

MUB 2300—Songwriting (2)

The study of commercial songwriting. The formulation of lyrics and musical ideas into the writing of popular songs (all genres: Christian, Pop, Country, etc.). Prerequisite: MUB 2100 or instructor's approval. Spring semester.

MUB 2780—The Working Musician (2)

A course dealing with musicianship as a vocation. The goal is to expose the student to the professional expectations of the recording studio environment, touring, symphonic performance, and church musician. Topics will include arranging, the 'Nashville Number System,' contracts, union membership, wages, tax implications, career opportunities, and planning. Included will be recording sessions, field trips, and guest professionals from various areas of the music industry. Fall—odd years.

MUB 3200—Marketing in the Music Industry (2)

A study of the movement of the recorded and printed product from the studio to the ultimate consumer. It includes market structure and analysis, distribution, promotion, charts, airplay, and pricing. Prerequisite: MKT 3100. Spring.

MUB 3210—Concert Management (2)

Course deals with the organization of concert promoting, contracts, riders, venues, audience projections and demographics, and finance. Prerequisite: MUB 1100. Spring—odd years.

MUB 3300—Artist Management (2)

Designed to familiarize the potential manager or music industry executive with the areas of involvement from the artist's perspective and to familiarize the potential artist with the manager's role. Students will learn how to find a manager and when a manager is needed. Prerequisite: MUB 1110. Fall—odd years.

MUB 3500—Operation of a Record Company (3)

A detailed overview of the record business from the creation of a record to making it available to consumers. Subjects will include staffing, administration, budgets, legal and business affairs, how performers are signed, production, sales, and distribution. Prerequisite: MUB 1110. Spring.

MUB 4015—Senior Project (0)

Analogous to the traditional senior recital, this project is the culmination of the music business student's study. Through public performance, written documents, composing/ arranging, recording/engineering or combinations of these and other skills, the student will exhibit his or her mastery of the field of music business he/she has chosen. Graded S/U. Every semester.

MUB 4510—Internship (2-4)

An opportunity for the student to gain practical experience in music business. The student will apply in the semester prior to the anticipated internship period. The student must secure a faculty sponsor and a sponsoring agency in a field relating to particular specialization. All application forms will be completed and filed no later than one month before the semester during which the internship is to be done. Graded S/U. Every semester.

PERFORMANCE

All students desiring to study an applied area must have the approval of the Department of Music before they register. Majors are required to study their principal applied area each semester they are enrolled or until they complete their senior recital requirement (MUS 4600).

CLASS INSTRUCTION

MUS 1600—Class Piano I (1)

Beginning class piano. Acquire keyboard skills required to play prepared pieces that include easy melody and accompaniment. Fall.

MUS 1610—Class Piano II (1)

A continuation of Class Piano I. Acquire keyboard skills required to play melody and accompaniment pieces that are at an intermediate level of difficulty. Instruction of all major and harmonic minor scales. Prerequisite: MUS 1600 or instructor's approval. Spring.

MUS 1620—Vocal Fundamentals (1)

A foundational course introducing the voice as an instrument, vocal health, and applied vocal technique, with a focus on performance. Designed for music majors and non-major singers desiring vocal training in a class setting. The class may count as one hour of applied credit for students majoring in any music degree program. Fall.

MUS 2600—Class Piano III (1)

A continuation of Class Piano II. Acquire keyboard skills required to play moderately difficult pieces. Harmonize simple folk songs by ear. Harmonize and transpose simple folk songs at sight. Prerequisite: MUS 1610 or instructor's approval. Fall.

MUS 2620—Class Piano IV (1)

A continuation of Class Piano III. Acquire keyboard skills required to sight-read open score music, playing at a tempo suitable for singing. Prerequisite: MUS 2600 or instructor's approval. Spring.

MUS 1640—Beginning Class Guitar (1)

Designed for the student who has minimal or no experience in guitar. It will cover the fundamental concepts of guitar techniques. Every semester.

MUS 1650—Intermediate Class Guitar (1)

Designed to further the playing ability of the beginning guitar student. Prerequisite: MUS 1640 or instructor's approval. Spring.

ENSEMBLE

MUS 1800—Covenant Choir (1)

A mixed choir open to all students by audition. Focus will be on singing with mind, body and heart. A varied repertoire, both sacred and secular, from classical to contemporary is performed in various performance venues throughout the year. Every semester.

MUS 1810—Ambassadors (1)

A choral ensemble open to all men by audition. A varied repertoire is performed in concerts throughout the year. As needed.

MUS 1815—Treble Tones (1)

A choral ensemble open to all women by audition. A varied repertoire is performed in concerts throughout the year. Every semester.

MUS 1820—Choral Union (1)

Open to students and Nashville community. No audition is required, but consent of the director is needed. Larger choral works are performed (Messiah, Elijah, Requiem, etc.) with full orchestra accompaniment. Required ensemble of all vocal and keyboard music majors and minors studying applied. Every semester.

MUS 1825—Madrigalians (1)

A small mixed choral ensemble open to all students by audition. Music of the Renaissance and Baroque eras is featured. Every semester.

MUS 1830—Wind Ensemble (1)

Open to all students. It provides opportunity for continued development of instrumental performance ability. A balanced repertoire from both sacred and secular literature is performed in concerts given throughout the year. All who wish to participate must be approved by the director. Required of instrumental majors. Every semester.

MUS 1831—Jazz Ensemble (1)

Open to all students by permission of director. Functioning every semester, the group performs in the more popular idiom, including some jazz. Every semester.

MUS 1840—Chamber Music Ensemble (1)

Provides opportunity for participation in ensembles of a more intimate nature. Open to all students by audition. As needed.

MUS 1841—Trevecca Symphony Orchestra (1)

Open to students and Nashville community by audition. Continuous openings for strings and occasional openings for winds and percussion. Opportunities to perform stimulating symphonic orchestral and string literature on campus and beyond. Required ensemble of all string majors and minors. Every semester.

MUS 1842—Guitar Ensemble (1)

Performs a diverse range of guitar repertoire on acoustic instruments. Students must be able to read music. Fall semester.

MUS 1843—Woodwind Ensemble (1)

Flexible instrumentation. Performs standard Woodwind Quintet, Quartet or Trio literature as well as sacred pieces. As needed.

MUS 1844—Brass Ensemble (3)

Performs standard brass quintet literature and some sacred pieces. As needed.

MUS 1845—Percussion Ensemble (1)

Performs a diverse range of percussion ensemble repertoire. Every semester.

MUS 1846—Commercial Ensemble (1)

Performs a diverse range of music from Classic Rock to Contemporary Christian music on amplified instruments. This group consists of guitars (lead, rhythm and bass) as well as a vocalist, keyboard and drummer. Spring semester.

MUS 1850—University Handbell Choir (1)

Open to all students. Students learn basic terminology and techniques related to handbell music. They also will perform at least once during a semester. Prerequisite: Ability to read rhythms. Fall—odd years.

MUS 1860—Marching Band (1)

Provides instrumental students with an opportunity to participate in the Vanderbilt Marching Band. Permission of the instrumental instructor is required. At least one hour is required of all instrumental music education majors. Fall.

MUS 3800—Opera Workshop (1)

A performance class in which students prepare a variety of operatic scenes. Attention will be given to movement, diction, acting, staging, and vocal interpretation. The class will culminate in a public staged performance. Open to all students by audition and/or consent of instructor. Spring - Even years.

MUS 3850—Musical Theatre Ensemble (1)

A performance class in which students prepare either a variety of scenes from Musical Theatre or an entire show. Attention will be given to movement, diction, acting, staging, and vocal interpretation. The class will culminate in a public staged performance. Open to all students by audition and/or consent of instructor. Spring - Odd years.

MUS 4520—Trevecca Master Chorale (1)

A select vocal organization available to non-traditional students and community singers by audition. An ensemble which performs sacred and secular literature of all musical periods independently and also joins with Trevecca Choral Union and Symphony Orchestra in performing major works each semester. Every semester.

PRIVATE INSTRUCTION

Fee charged per hour.

MUS 1700—Elective Private Piano (1-2)

MUS 1710—Elective Private Organ (1-2)

MUS 1720—Elective Private Voice (1-2)

MUS 1731—Elective Private Trumpet (1-2)

MUS 1732—Elective Private Trombone (1-2)

MUS 1733—Elective Private French Horn (1-2)

MUS 1734—Elective Private Baritone (1-2)

MUS 1735—Elective Private Tuba (1-2)

MUS 1741—Elective Private Flute (1-2)

MUS 1742—Elective Private Oboe (1-2)

MUS 1743—Elective Private Saxophone (1-2)

MUS 1744—Elective Private Bassoon (1-2)

MUS 1745—Elective Private Clarinet (1-2)

MUS 1751—Elective Private Violin (1-2)

MUS 1752—Elective Private Viola (1-2)

MUS 1753—Elective Private Cello (1-2)

MUS 1754—Elective Private String Bass (1-2)

MUS 1760—Elective Private Percussion (1-2)

MUS 1771—Elective Private Guitar (1-2)

MUS 1772—Elective Private Bass Guitar (1-2)

MUS 1773—Elective Private Harp (1-2)

MUS 2700, 4700—Private Piano (1-2)

MUS 2710, 4710—Private Organ (1-2)

MUS 2720, 4720—Private Voice (1-2)

MUS 2731, 4731—Private Trumpet (1-2)

MUS 2732, 4732—Private Trombone (1-2)

MUS 2733, 4733—Private French Horn (1-2)

MUS 2734, 4734—Private Baritone (1-2)

MUS 2735, 4735—Private Tuba (1-2)

MUS 2741, 4741—Private Flute (1-2)

MUS 2742, 4742—Private Oboe (1-2)

MUS 2743, 4743—Private Saxophone (1-2)

MUS 2744, 4744—Private Bassoon (1-2)

MUS 2745, 4745—Private Clarinet (1-2)

MUS 2751, 4751—Private Violin (1-2)

MUS 2752, 4752—Private Viola (1-2)

MUS 2753, 4753—Private Cello (1-2)

MUS 2754, 4754—Private String Bass (1-2)

MUS 2760, 4760—Private Percussion (1-2)

MUS 2761––Private Drum Set (E) (1-2)

MUS 2771, 4771—Private Guitar (1-2)

MUS 2772, 4772—Private Bass Guitar (1-2)

MUS 2773, 4773—Private Harp (1-2)

MUSICAL PROFICIENCY

MUS 1200—Recital Attendance (0)

Required of all music majors, and the graduating music student must have successful completion totaling 6 semesters. To receive a satisfactory grade, twelve music division-sponsored recitals, concerts, and music majors meetings must be attended during the semester. Graded S/U. Every semester.

MUS 3600—Keyboard Proficiency (0)

Student required to demonstrate keyboard proficiency before graduation or student teaching. The following is representative of what is required: scales, playing from memory, playing by ear, harmonization and transposition of melodies, score reading. Required of all majors except those in Music Business. Student must begin the exam process at the time of the Fourth Semester Jury. Student will register and receive credit after passing the proficiency evaluation or successfully completing Class Piano I, II, III, and IV with an average of B- or higher. Every semester.

MUS 3700—Junior Recital (1)

Recital for the junior performance major. The recital will be composed of works from various style periods. The candidate must perform a representative portion of the recital before the entire musical faculty one month preceding the scheduled public performance. Final approval will be given by the faculty at that time. Student must be concurrently enrolled in applied study. This is an elective for music students (not necessarily music majors or minors). As needed.

MUS 3750—Senior Recital for Non-Music Majors (1)

Recital performed with the written approval of the applied instructor. The recital will be composed of works from various style periods. The candidate must perform a representative portion of the recital before the entire music faculty one month preceding the scheduled public performance. Final approval will be given by the faculty at that time. Student must be concurrently enrolled in applied as an elective course for students who study applied music for four years but are not music majors. As needed.

MUS 4600—Senior Recital for Music Majors (0)

All music majors required to present a senior recital composed of works from various style periods. The candidate must perform a representative portion of the recital before entire music faculty one month preceding the scheduled public performance. The student must be concurrently enrolled in applied study for 2 credit hours. Prerequisite: MUS 3600. Graded S/U. Every semester.