Please refer to catalogue portion of the Seattle Pacific University website for most current offerings and descriptions. Also refer to time schedule for courses currently offered.

MUS 1028 CHAMBER MUSIC WORKSHOP (2-3) Concentrated studies on the performance practice and historic background of instrumental chamber music for strings, winds instruments and piano. Participants will develop playing and rehearsal skills by rehearsing and performing chamber music repertoire in master classes, recitals and evening concerts. The course is designed for advanced high school and university instrumental players. May be repeated for credit up to 6 credits.

MUS 1101 MUSICIANSHIP I: MATERIAL AND STRUCTURE (5) Students having prior music theory training may request challenge examination for this course prior to Autumn Quarter. Presents basic musical skills of listening, analysis, improvisation, movement, conducting, writing, performance, historical understanding of music and music fundamentals. Students will participate in lecture and laboratory settings including computer assisted instruction. Must begin in Autumn Quarter. Extra fee.

MUS 1102 MUSICIANSHIP I: MATERIAL AND STRUCTURE (5) Prerequisite: MUS 1101. Students having prior music theory training may fulfill prerequisite by examination. Request challenge examination prior to Autumn Quarter. Presents basic musical skills of listening, theory and analysis, writing, improvisation, movement, conducting, performance and historical understanding of music. Students will participate in lecture and laboratory settings including computer assisted instruction. Extra fee.

MUS 1103 MUSICIANSHIP I: MATERIAL AND STRUCTURE (5) Prerequisites: MUS 1101 and 1102. Students having prior music theory training may fulfill prerequisite by examination. Request challenge examination prior to Winter Quarter. Presents basic musical skills of listening, theory and analysis, improvisation, movement, conducting, writing, performance and historical understanding of music. Students will participate in lecture and laboratory settings including computer assisted instruction. Extra fee.

MUS 1250 BEGINNING KEYBOARD CLASS (2) For students with no previous keyboard experience. Ability to read music is not necessary. Course is designed for the non-music major, and expectations for each student are based on individual needs. Emphasis is on note reading, basic theory, chord usage and technical development. Extra fee. May be repeated for an unlimited number of credits. Attributes: Arts and Humanities A and Fine Arts Option. Class not open to music majors.

MUS 1251 INTERMEDIATE KEYBOARD CLASS (2) For students with at least two years prior training in piano. Course is designed for the non-music major and expectations for each student are based on individual needs. Emphasis is on note reading, basic theory, chord usage, repertoire, technical development and creative activities. Extra fee. May be repeated for an unlimited number of credits. Attributes: Arts and Humanities A and Fine Arts Option. Class not open to music majors.

MUS 1254 BEGINNING KEYBOARD PROFICIENCY (2) For music majors with minimal previous keyboard experience. Sightreading, harmonization, transposing and technical development will be emphasized in order to meet piano proficiency requirements. Restricted to music majors or intended majors only. Extra fee. May be repeated for an unlimited number of credits. Class open to music majors.

MUS 1255 INTERMEDIATE KEYBOARD PROFICIENCY (2) For music majors with at least two years prior training in piano. Sight-reading, harmonization, transposing, technical development and creative activities will be emphasized in order to meet piano proficiency requirements. Extra fee. May be repeated for an unlimited number of credits. Class open to music majors.

MUS 1260 VOICE CLASS (2) Two class sessions per week. Emphasis is on basic vocal technique: breath control, tone placement, diction and stage presence. Music includes classical, folk and American music. Extra fee. May be repeated for an unlimited number of credits. Attributes: Arts and Humanities A and Fine Arts Option.

MUS 1270 BEGINNING FOLK GUITAR (1) Introduction to folkstyle guitar playing. May be taken by music education majors to meet guitar proficiency. Extra fee. May be repeated an unlimited number of times.

MUS 1271 INTERMEDIATE FOLK GUITAR (1) Prerequisite: MUS 1270. Extra fee. May be repeated for credit three times.

MUS 1600 EXPLORING AND UNDERSTANDING MUSIC (5) The focus is on the pleasure of listening with understanding, using individual, classroom and concert experiences. Introduces basic elements of music as preparation for enjoying masterworks in the European tradition, from medieval times to our own time. Encourages development of listening skills and knowledge of music available in our city. Attributes: Arts and Humanities A and Fine Arts Core. Class not open to music majors.

MUS 2101 MUSICIANSHIP II: MATERIALS AND STRUCTURE (4) Prerequisite: MUS 1103. Continued integrated study of musical elements as in Musicianship I emphasizing 16th- and 18th-century counterpoint. Develops skills of composition, aural dictation, improvisation, use of technology and analysis. Emphasis is on developing understanding of and compositional experience with contrapuntal procedures. Extra fee. Corequisite: MUS 2601.

MUS 2102 MUSICIANSHIP II: MATERIALS AND STRUCTURE (4) Prerequisite: MUS 2101. Continued integrated study of musical elements as in Musicianship I emphasizing chromatic harmony and modulation. Develops skills of composition, aural dictation, improvisation, use of technology and analysis. Emphasis is on developing understanding of and compositional experience with larger musical forms. Extra fee. Corequisite: MUS 2602.

MUS 2103 MUSICIANSHIP II: MATERIALS AND STRUCTURE (4) Prerequisite: MUS 2102. Continued integrated study of musical elements as in Musicianship I emphasizing chromatic harmony, modulation and 20th-century techniques. Analytical studies include introductions to Schenkerian theory and to basic atonal theory. Develops skills of composition, aural dictation, improvisation, use of technology and analysis. Emphasis is on developing understanding of and compositional experience with larger musical forms. Extra fee. Corequisite: MUS 2603.

MUS 2260 THE SINGER’S ART I (3) Prerequisite: 3 credits of MUS 1260 or 3 credits of MUS 2219. A study and application of the principles of artistic performance, with special emphasis on English and Italian diction and repertoire. Basic international phonetic alphabet will be learned. Prerequisite to upper-division credit in voice.

MUS 2261 THE SINGER’S ART II (3) Prerequisite: MUS 2260. The study and performance of the German and French vocal repertoire of the 19th and 20th centuries. Special attention will be given to diction, style and interpretation. Prerequisite to upper division in voice.

MUS 2501 BRASS TECHNIQUES (1) Designed for music education majors. Students learn how to teach the various brass instruments. Emphasis on demonstration of good tone and diagnosis of student problems in a lab setting. Class not open to freshmen.

MUS 2502 PERCUSSION TECHNIQUES (1) Designed for music education majors. Students learn how to teach the percussion instruments. Offered alternate years.

MUS 2503 STRING TECHNIQUES (1) May be taken for two quarters. Designed for music education majors. Students learn how to teach string instruments. May be repeated for credit one time. Class open to music majors.

MUS 2504 WOODWIND TECHNIQUES (1) Designed for music education majors. Students learn how to teach the woodwind instruments. Emphasis on demonstration of good tone and diagnosis of student problems in a lab setting.

MUS 2550 FOUNDATIONS OF MUSIC EDUCATION (3) Explores social, historical and philosophical foundations of American music education. Focuses on teaching curricula from ancient times to the present. Provides opportunities to apply course content through service-learning and field-related experiences. Part of Professional Quarter 1 in place of EDU 2103 for music majors. Class open to music and music-int. majors.

MUS 2601 SURVEY OF MUSIC LITERATURE I (3) A chronological study of the development of Western art music from the early medieval period through the baroque era.

MUS 2602 SURVEY OF MUSIC LITERATURE II (3) A chronological study of the development of Western art music in the preclassical period and the Romantic period through Richard Wagner.

MUS 2603 SURVEY OF MUSIC LITERATURE III (3) A chronological study of the development of Western art music from the late Romantic period to the present.

MUS 2604 SOUNDSCAPE (5) This course explores a wide range of music, including vernacular and art music of Western and non- Western cultures. Students gain skills in listening to music from diverse cultures, develop understanding of the influence of cultural and historical context of those musics and learn how those traditions can be experienced today in the city of Seattle. Attributes: Arts and Humanities A and Fine Arts Core. Class not open to music majors.

MUS 2605 SURVEY OF POPULAR MUSIC (5) A survey of popular song in America, its development, variety and influences on American culture. Emphasis is on listening, style analysis and the elements of music. Attributes: Arts and Humanities A and Fine Arts Core. Class not open to music majors.

MUS 2654 WORLD MUSIC (3) This course explores the significance of music in different societies. Emphasis is on the music of the Pacific Rim, but may include sub-Saharan Africa, Latin America, Eastern Europe and the Middle East. Corequisite: MUS 2655. Attributes: Arts and Humanities A and Fine Arts Option.

MUS 2655 WORLD MUSIC LABORATORY (2) Provides practical, hands-on experience in performing on instruments used in music from the Pacific Rim, sub-Saharan Africa, Latin America, Eastern Europe and the Middle East. Corequisite: MUS 2654. Attributes: Arts and Humanities A and Fine Arts Option.

MUS 3309 MUSIC TECHNOLOGY APPLICATIONS (1-3) Demonstrates how to enter notes into a computer through a MIDI keyboard, edit the resulting notation using Finale software and print the results on a laser printer. Offered Summer Quarter only. May be repeated for credit up to 6 credits. Course Equivalents: EDTC 5309 and MUS 5309. Attribute: Upper Division. Class not open to graduate level.

MUS 3401 MUSIC AND WORSHIP (2) A study of the philosophical, biblical and theological relationships of music to worship in the Christian church. Attributes: Arts and Humanities A, Fine Arts Option and Upper Division.

MUS 3500 FUNDAMENTALS OF MUSIC FOR FUTURE TEACHERS (2) This course covers basic music theory, including rhythmic sight-reading, interpretation of pitch notation and basic chording. Students who have had basic theory may test out of this class. Designed for future classroom teachers. May be taken towards General Education Fine Arts Options credit. Attribute: Upper Division. Class not open to music majors. Class not open to freshmen.

MUS 3501 ELEMENTARY METHODS AND MATERIALS (3) Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment or completion of MUS 3500. This class covers basic approaches to teaching music in the elementary classroom for the regular classroom teacher. It focuses on music as a content area and music as it relates to arts in basic education. Elementary education certification students may take MUS 3501 toward General Education Fine Arts Options credit. Attribute: Upper Division. Class not open to music majors. Class not open to freshmen.

MUS 3502 MUSIC IN SPECIAL EDUCATION (3) This course centers on methods for dealing with music and related arts with children who have special needs. Materials for use with children are developed. This course is designed for special education and music education majors. Elementary education certification students may take MUS 3502 toward General Education Fine Arts Options credits. Attribute: Upper Division. Class not open to freshmen and sophomores.

MUS 3503 GENERAL MUSIC METHODS AND MATERIALS (3) Prerequisite: MUS 2550 or EDU 2103. A survey of methods for instruction in elementary classroom music and secondary general music programs. Includes exposure to current materials available for instruction in those settings and preparation of materials appropriate to age levels. Attribute: Upper Division. Class open to fine and applied arts and music majors. Class not open to freshmen and sophomores.

MUS 3504 CHORAL MUSIC METHODS AND MATERIALS (2) Prerequisite: MUS 2550 or permission of instructor. A survey of the teaching methods, rehearsal techniques, and choral organization from the elementary school chorus through the adult choir. Emphasis is on development of diagnostic rehearsal skills through special class projects and survival skills for the beginning choral director. Attribute: Upper Division. Class open to music majors. Class not open to freshmen and sophomores.

MUS 3505 INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC METHODS AND MATERIALS (2) Prerequisite: MUS 2550. A survey of the instrumental music program, grades 5-12. Emphasis is on examination of appropriate teaching materials, teaching methods for various program levels, program planning and development, and evaluation of learner progress. Experience in planning and presenting model-learning experiences in instrumental music is provided. Offered alternate years. Attribute: Upper Division. Class open to music majors. Class not open to freshmen and sophomores.

MUS 3506 PIANO PEDAGOGY (3) Emphasis is upon developing a philosophy of music teaching at the primary to intermediate levels. Includes an examination of ideas and theories about learning and teaching, observation of teaching, the study of teaching strategies and literature, student teaching and use of music technology. Includes supervised teaching. Offered alternate years. Attributes: Upper Division and Writing Course.

MUS 3602 THE MAGIC OF OPERA (5) An in-depth study of selected masterpieces of standard operatic repertoire from an historical and aesthetic perspective. Ideas and themes of operas are related to social, moral, political and religious issues confronting individuals in society. Attendance at live opera productions is a part of class activity. Offered alternate years. Attributes: Arts and Humanities A, Fine Arts Option and Upper Division. Class not open to freshmen and sophomores.

MUS 3603 CHORAL LITERATURE (2) Prerequisites: MUS 1101, 1102, 1103. A survey of choral music representing historical forms, eras and styles. Emphasis is on literature appropriate for choirs in grades five to 12. Consideration given for balance in programming. Offered alternate years. Attribute: Upper Division. Class not open to freshmen and sophomores.

MUS 3604 INSTRUMENTAL LITERATURE (2) Prerequisites: MUS 1101, 1102, 1103. A survey of instrumental music appropriate for performance by groups in grades five to 12. Offered alternate years. Attribute: Upper Division. Class not open to freshmen and sophomores.

MUS 3608 MUSIC TECHNOLOGY APPLICATIONS (5) Prerequisite: Must have elementary piano-playing skills, no computer skills necessary. Students will have daily hands-on experience at an individual workstation consisting of a MIDI keyboard and Macintosh computer. The main emphasis will be on basic through advanced applications of the music notation software Finale. Additional student lessons will include desktop publishing and the introduction of Web site portfolio programs. This course meets the requirements and is in place of Professional Quarter 1, Education Technology EDTC 2235 for music education majors only. Extra fee. May be repeated for credit two times. Attribute: Upper Division.

MUS 3609 ADVANCED MUSIC TECHNOLOGY (5) Registration Approval: Instructor. Prerequisite: MUS 3608. Students will become proficient with the music technology of the Yamaha O2R Digital Recording Mixer, Digidesign Protools, ADAT 16-track audio recording and the basic production of a musical CD. May be repeated for credit three times. Attribute: Upper Division. Class open to music, music education, music performance and music theory and literature majors.

MUS 4100 COMPOSITION (1-3) Prerequisites: MUS 2103 or permission of instructor. Through basic skill-building exercises this course teaches musical composition in accordance with stated aesthetic values. Students move through levels of increasing complexity and self-initiation. May be repeated for credit up to 9 credits. Attribute: Upper Division.

MUS 4101 INSTRUMENTATION AND ORCHESTRATION (3) Prerequisite: MUS 2103. A study of the history, technical limitations and use of orchestral instruments. Practical experience in arranging for various combinations of instruments is provided. Offered alternate years. Attribute: Upper Division. Class not open to freshmen and sophomores.

MUS 4102 CHORAL ARRANGING (2) Prerequisites: MUS 1101, 1102, 1103. A study of the basics regarding the use of voices in choral music and methods of arranging music for them. Practical experience in arranging for various choral ensembles is provided. Offered alternate years. Attribute: Upper Division. Class not open to freshmen and sophomores.

MUS 4261 SACRED VOCAL REPERTOIRE (3) Registration Approval: Instructor. Prerequisites: MUS 1260, 2219. A study of some of the great sacred, solo vocal repertoire. Special attention will be given to solo cantata and oratorio literature, and appropriate performance practice. Attribute: Upper Division. Class not open to freshmen and sophomores.

MUS 4262 VOCAL PEDAGOGY AND TECHNIQUES (2) Registration Approval: Instructor. Prerequisites: MUS 1260, 2219. This course is designed to explore and understand the nature of the singing voice and methods of vocal instruction. Attribute: Upper Division. Class not open to freshmen and sophomores.

MUS 4401 THE SONG OF THE CHURCH (3) A study of congregational singing including its history, its genre, its criticism and its effective use in the worship service. Attributes: Arts and Humanities A, Fine Arts Option and Upper Division.

MUS 4402 HISTORY AND APPRECIATION OF JAZZ (5) This course surveys the major periods in jazz history, from its roots in New Orleans to the present, with a special section on Seattle jazz. It also emphasizes the common elements throughout that history — blues, improvisation, the group negotiation of individual agendas and the spiritual context of the jazz solo. Attributes: Arts and Humanities A, Fine Arts Core, Upper Division and Writing Course.

MUS 4701 CHORAL CONDUCTING (3) Prerequisites: MUS 1101, 1102, 1103. A course designed to develop advanced choral conducting skill and techniques. Attribute: Upper Division. Class not open to freshmen and sophomores.

MUS 4702 INSTRUMENTAL CONDUCTING (3) Prerequisite: MUS 1101, 1102, 1103 or equivalent. A course designed to teach elementary score reading, baton techniques, instrumentation and conducting with an instrumental emphasis. Offered alternate years. Attribute: Upper Division. Class not open to freshmen and sophomores.

MUS 4900 INDEPENDENT STUDY (1-5) Registration Approval: Independent Study Agreement. Student works independently with a faculty member on a mutually agreed upon topic. May be repeated for credit up to 15 credits. Attribute: Upper Division.

MUS 4920 DIRECTED READINGS IN MUSIC EDUCATION (1- 5) Registration Approval: Independent Study Agreement. Independent study in music education. May be repeated for credit up to 9 credits. Attribute: Upper Division. Class not open to freshmen and sophomores.

MUS 4921 DIRECTED READINGS IN MUSIC HISTORY (1-5) Registration Approval: Independent Study Agreement. Independent study in music history. May be repeated for credit up to 9 credits. Attribute: Upper Division. Class not open to freshmen and sophomores.

MUS 4922 DIRECTED READINGS IN THE PSYCHOLOGY OF MUSIC (1-5) Registration Approval: Independent Study Agreement. Attribute: Upper Division.

MUS 4941 CHORAL CONDUCTING INTERNSHIP (1-5) Registration Approval: Intern Learning Contract Req. An opportunity for qualified choral conducting students to gain additional proficiency and experience while working with an advanced ensemble. May be repeated for credit up to 10 credits. Attribute: Upper Division. Class not open to freshmen and sophomores.

MUS 4942 INSTRUMENTAL CONDUCTING INTERNSHIP (1- 5) Registration Approval: Intern Learning Contract Req. An opportunity for qualified instrumental conducting students to gain additional proficiency and experience while working with an advanced ensemble. May be repeated for credit up to 10 credits. Attribute: Upper Division. Class not open to freshmen and sophomores.

MUS 4943 MUSIC INTERNSHIP (1-5) Registration Approval: Intern Learning Contract Req. An opportunity for music students to gain additional proficiency and experience in an approved project of the student’s own design. May be repeated for credit up to 10 credits. Attribute: Upper Division. Class not open to freshmen and sophomores.

MUS 4950 SPECIAL TOPICS IN MUSIC (1-5) Registration Approval: Instructor. Topic and credits to be announced in the Time Schedule when offered. Topics are offered usually only once and only upon evidence of significant student interest. Topics might include the music of a specific composer, time or culture; the pedagogy of a particular teacher or methodology or techniques of a certain approach to performance. May be repeated for credit up to 10 credits. Attribute: Upper Division. Class open to music majors. Class not open to freshmen and sophomores.

MUS 4960 SPECIAL PROJECTS IN MUSIC (1-5) Registration Approval: Instructor. May be repeated for credit up to 10 credits. Attribute: Upper Division. Class not open to freshmen and sophomores.

Context Studies in Music

MUS 4654-4656 (3, 3, 3) Prerequisites: MUS 1101, 1102, 1103, 2601, 2602, 2603. These courses involve an integrative approach to advanced musicianship while dealing in depth with selected topics. The process includes reading, writing, listening, analysis, composition, improvisation and computer notation. Topics change yearly. Past topics have included Beethoven: Age of Revolution and Restoration; Passion Settings From Plainsong to Paert; From Tavener to Tavener: Music of the English Church; The Genius of Bach; African Music; World Music; The Symphonies of Gustav Mahler; The Magnificat; Chamber Music; The Operas of Mozart and Beethoven; 20th-Century American Composers and Their Music; The Cantata. May be repeated for credit three times. Attribute: MUS 4654 and 4655 are Writing Courses. Classes not open to freshmen and sophomores.

MUS 4899 MUSIC, THE MUSICIAN AND RELIGIOUS EXPERIENCE (3) Prerequisites: MUS 1101, 1102, 1103, 2601, 2602, 2603. This capstone course, along with MUS 4653 and 4655, involves an integrative approach to advanced musicianship. The process includes reading, writing, listening, analysis, composition, improvistation, counterpoint and computer notation. The in-depth study of great works such as Bach's St. Matthew Passion, Beethoven's Missa Solemnis, Brahms' German Requiem and Mahler's Ressurection Symphony provides the student with opportunity to reflect on the integration of his or her discipline and faith, larger liberal arts experience and sense of vocation.

Individual Instruction Series

Available in major and non-major sections. Permission of instructor and audition are required to register for all courses listed in this series. Except as otherwise noted, courses may be repeated for an unlimited number of credits. Upper-division courses are open to fine arts majors and are not open to freshmen or sophomores. An extra fee is charged for all courses.

MUS 2201/4201 INDIV. INSTR.-FLUTE (1-2)

MUS 2202/4202 INDIV. INSTR.-OBOE (1-2)

MUS 2203/4203 INDIV. INSTR.-CLARINET (1-2)

MUS 2204/4204 INDIV. INSTR.-BASSOON (1-2)

MUS 2205/4205 INDIV. INSTR.-TRUMPET (1-2)

MUS 2206/4206 INDIV. INSTR.-HORN (1-2)

MUS 2207/4207 INDIV. INSTR.-TROMBONE (1-2)

MUS 2208/4208 INDIV. INSTR.-BARITONE (1-2)

MUS 2209/4209 INDIV. INSTR.-TUBA (1-2)

MUS 2210/4210 INDIV. INSTR.-PERCUSSION (1-2)

MUS 2211/4211 INDIV. INSTR.-VIOLIN (1-2)

MUS 2212/4212 INDIV. INSTR.-VIOLA (1-2)

MUS 2213/4213 INDIV. INSTR.-VIOLINCELLO (1-2)

MUS 2214/4214 INDIV. INSTR.-DOUBLE BASS (1-2)

MUS 2215/4215 INDIV. INSTR.-HARP (1-2)

MUS 2216/4216 INDIV. INSTR.-ORGAN (1-2)

MUS 2217/4217 INDIV. INSTR.-PIANO (1-2)

MUS 2219/4219 INDIV. INSTR.-VOICE (1-2) Prerequisites: MUS 1260, 1261. Majors and scholarship recipients may be exempt from the prerequisites. MUS 2260, 2261 required for vocal instruction beyond 6 credits. May be repeated for credit up to 6 credits.

MUS 2220/4220 INDIV. INSTR.-CLASSICAL GUITAR (1-2)

MUS 2221/4221 INDIV. INSTR.-SAXOPHONE (1-2)

MUS 2223/4223 INDIV. INSTR.-JAZZ GUITAR (1-2)

MUS 2224/4224 INDIV. INSTR.-JAZZ PIANO (1-2)

MUS 2225/4225 INDIV. INSTR.-HARPSICHORD (1-2)

Ensemble Series

Permission of instructor and audition are required to register for all courses listed in this series. Courses may be repeated for an unlimited number of credits. Upper-division courses are not open to freshmen or sophomores.

MUS 2303/4303 SEATTLE PACIFIC SINGERS (1) Selected scholarship performing group that represents the University in various public relations endeavors.

MUS 2304/4304 CHAMBER SINGERS (1)

MUS 2305/4305 WOMEN’S CHOIR (2) A choral ensemble of women. Participates in major choral concerts throughout the year. Occasional performances for chapels, at the annual service of Lessons and Carols, and at selected churches and community organizations as an outreach of the University.

MUS 2306/4306 BRASS ENSEMBLE (1)

MUS 2307/4307 PERCUSSION ENSEMBLE (1)

MUS 2308/4308 WOODWIND ENSEMBLE (FLUTE CHOIR) (1)

MUS 2309/4309 STRING ENSEMBLE (1)

MUS 2310/4310 KEYBOARD ENSEMBLE/ACCOMPANYING (1) Emphasis on piano duet and two-piano literature, as well as accompanying skills.

MUS 2311/4311 JAZZ ENSEMBLE (2) An organization of up to 17 instrumentalists that specializes in the preparation, study and performance of music from the jazz literature.

MUS 2312/4312 MEN’S CHOIR (2) A choral ensemble of men. Participates in major choral concerts throughout the year. Occasional performances for chapels, at the annual service of Lessons and Carols, and at selected churches and community organizations as an outreach of the University.

MUS 2313/4313 VOCAL JAZZ ENSEMBLE (2) Vocalists specializing in the preparation, study and performance of music from the jazz literature.

MUS 2340/4340 CHAMBER ENSEMBLE (1) Includes chamber music experience of various types, including woodwind, brass, string, Javanese gamelan, percussion and mixed.

MUS 2350/4350 CONCERT CHOIR (2) A choral ensemble of men and women, the Concert Choir performs several major concerts during each academic year.

MUS 2351/4351 SYMPHONIC WIND ENSEMBLE (2) As a group of selected wind and percussion players, this ensemble provides an opportunity for in-depth experience in the performance of wind ensemble and band repertoire.

MUS 2353/4353 SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA (2) An ensemble of strings with selected woodwinds, brass and percussion instruments, performing works from the extensive orchestral literature.

MUS 2360/4360 OPERA WORKSHOP (2) Practical experience in preparation and performance of scenes from opera repertoire.

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