Jun 01, 2024

2019-2020 Graduate Catalog

2019-2020 Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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Music Education
	MSED 4001 - Special Problems (1-3 Cr.) Click here for course scheduling information.
	MSED 4003 - Instrument Repair (3 Cr.) Practical methods of maintenance, adjustment, and repairs of musical instruments. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MSED 4005 - Band Directors Workshop (3 Cr., Maximum 9 Cr.) A “refresher” course for instrumental music education teachers emphasizing the basic concepts of the marching band. New concepts and teaching techniques in marching band will be discussed. Also, related areas such as administration, arranging, new music, charting, auxiliary units, and marching percussion will be covered. Films and video tapes will be used extensively. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MSED 4007 - Piano Teachers Workshop (3 Cr., Maximum 9 Cr.) A course for piano teachers, including instructional procedures, methods and materials, and teaching demonstrations. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MSED 4009 - Choral Directors Workshop (3 Cr., Maximum 9 Cr.) A course designed for choral directors including vocal techniques, choral literature and interpretation, rehearsal methods, and teaching techniques. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MSED 4011 - Music Education Workshop (3 Cr.) A course designed to instruct teachers and supervisors of elementary music in singing, playing instruments, moving, creating, arranging, and selecting music for A. Basic; B. Intermediate; C. Advanced. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MSED 4017 - General Music Program in Elementary and Secondary Schools (3 Cr.) Detailed consideration of the general music program, with special attention given to materials and methods of teaching. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MSED 4019 - The Marching Band (2 Cr.) Fundamentals, organization, precision drill and pageantry; charting and rehearsal procedures and musical problems. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MSED 4020 - Drill Design Techniques (3 Cr.) A course designed to provide advanced drill design techniques including music analysis, interpretive writing, horn placement, drill teaching techniques, and element correlation. Prerequisites: MSED 4019 or equivalent. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MSED 4090 - Choral Repertoire (3 Cr.) A survey of the choral octavo literature at the high school through collegiate level; in conjunction with selection of materials and programming. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MSED 4091 - Introductory Workshop in Orff-schulwerk (3 Cr.) Basic Orff-Schulwerk techniques, including body movement, soprano recorder, percussion, vocal performance, improvisation, and arranging. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MSED 4092 - Intermediate Workshop in Orff-schulwerk (3 Cr.) Intermediate level Orff-Schulwerk techniques, including modal harmonization, irregular rhythms, alto recorder performances, and more extensive improvisation and arranging. Prerequisites: MSED 4091 or equivalent. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MSED 4093 - Advanced Workshop in Orff-schulwerk (3 Cr.) Advanced Orff-Schulwerk techniques including original composition, complex form, movement, and instrumental arrangements, tenor and bass recorder performances, and advanced improvisation. Prerequisites: MSED 4092 or equivalent. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MSED 4095 - The Use of Musical Instruments in General Music Education (3 Cr.) A course designed to provide basic playing ability of the following instruments: autoharp, melody bells, recorder, guitar, piano, dulcimer, and the various Orff melodic and percussion instruments. Prerequisites: 3022 or 3035 or equivalent. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MSED 4096 - The Advanced Use of Musical Instruments in General Music Education (3 Cr.) Course designed to improve the students playing proficiency on the following classroom instruments: guitar, recorder, autoharp, melody bells, dulcimer, piano, and the various Orff melodic and percussion instruments. Prerequisites: MSED 4095 or equivalent. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MSED 5001 - Vocal Pedagogy (2 Cr.) This course will advance student understanding of the art and science of vocal instruction. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MSED 5002 - Survey of Diction (2 Cr.) This survey course will introduce the International Phonetic Alphabet to empower singers in navigating foreign languages, in particular, French, Italian, and German. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MSED 5003 - Piano Pedagogy (3 Cr.) Click here for course scheduling information.
	MSED 5005 - String Pedagogy (3 Cr.) Click here for course scheduling information.
	MSED 5007 - Advanced Woodwind Techniques (1 Cr.) This course will advance knowledge and skill in all areas of woodwind performance and teaching. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MSED 5009 - Advanced Brass Techniques (1 Cr.) This course will advance knowledge and skill in all areas of brass performance and teaching. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MSED 5010 - Advanced Choral Methods (3 Cr.) This course emphasizes healthy singing habits, literature selection, teacher presentation skills, critical thinking skills, music reading and developmental music teaching sequences. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MSED 5011 - Advanced Percussion Techniques (1 Cr.) This course will advance knowledge and skill in all areas of percussion performance and teaching. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MSED 5013 - Theory Pedagogy (3 Cr.) Click here for course scheduling information.
	MSED 5015 - Seminar in Instrumental Music (3 Cr.) Click here for course scheduling information.
	MSED 5017 - Seminar in Vocal Music (3 Cr.) Click here for course scheduling information.
	MSED 5031 - Music Organization, Administration, & Supervision (3 Cr.) Organizational, administrative, and supervisory concepts and principles at the elementary, secondary, and college levels. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MSED 5033 - Introduction to Research in Music and Music Education (3 Cr.) The materials and techniques of research methods in music and music education. A survey of bibliographical procedures and development of skills in scholarly writing. Required for all graduate degrees in music and music education. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MSED 5035 - Music for Special Learners (2 Cr.) This course will introduce disability characteristics, disability in soceity, teacher rights and responsibilities, and adaptive strategies for teaching music to individuals with disabilities. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MSED 5037 - Foundations of Music Education (3 Cr.) Historical, philosophical, aesthetic, psychological, and social foundations of music education. Includes the total school program of K-12, continuing education, evaluative techniques, and the music educator’s role in the community. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MSED 5041 - Applied Techniques (1 Cr., Maximum 3 Cr. each area) An applied approach to the study of teaching methods, techniques, and materials for the graduate music student. A. Voice; B. Keyboard; C. Strings; D. Woodwinds; E. Brasses; F. Percussion. Prerequisites: Approval of the Head of the Division of Music. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MSED 5042 - Jazz Ensemble Techniques/Improvisation (2 Cr.) This course will allow the student to develop pedagogical, managerial, and performance skills useful in teaching secondary school jazz ensembles. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MSED 5087 - Directed Independent Study (1-3 Cr.) Individual research on selected topics in vocal and/or instrumental music education. Prerequisites: Approval of Major Professor. May be repeated for up to 3 hours of credit. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MSED 5088 - Comprehensive Exam (0 Cr.) Comprehensive Examinations serve to maintain academic and musical standards. Students will demonstrate ability to synthesize learning and make personal and professional transfers. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MSED 5095 - Applications of Music Technology 2 Cr. This course allows students to work with current software programs specifically designed for the fields of music, and music education. Click here for course scheduling information.
Music
	MUSC 4001 - Opera Performance and Production (3 Cr.) Musical and dramatic preparation of opera roles, and basic techniques of staging and presentation. Participation in opera performances. May be repeated for credit. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MUSC 4002 - Special Problems (1-3 Cr.) Investigative study of special problems by students with particular needs in music. A. Performance and Ensemble; B. History and Literature; C. Theory and Composition; D. Piano Pedagogy and Literature; E. Vocal Diction, Pedagogy, and Literature; F. Music Theatre. Prerequisites: Approval of the Head of the Division of Music. May be repeated. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MUSC 4023 - Orchestra (1 Cr. per semester) Prerequisites: Approval of the Division Head. May be repeated for credit. Total hours allowed vary with each degree program. (Formerly 323.) Click here for course scheduling information.
	MUSC 4026 - Wind Ensemble (0-1 Cr. per semester) Prerequisites: Approval of the Director of Wind Ensemble. Meets ensemble requirements for majors in brass, wind, and percussion majors in the spring semester. Music and Music Education Majors must take for zero credit. May be repeated. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MUSC 4027 - Symphonic Band (1 Cr. per semester) Prerequisites: Approval of the Division Head. May be repeated for credit. Total hours allowed vary with each degree program. (Formerly 327.) Click here for course scheduling information.
	MUSC 4029 - Concert Choir (0-1 Cr. per semester) Prerequisites: Approval of the director. Meets ensemble requirements for students whose major applied area is voice. Music and Music Education Majors must take for zero credit. May be repeated. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MUSC 4033 - Madrigalians (1 Cr. per semester) Prerequisites: Approval of the Division Head. May be repeated for credit. Total hours allowed vary with each degree program. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MUSC 4034 - Chamber Music (1 Cr. per semester) The study and performance of chamber music for various combinations of instruments. Prerequisites: Approval of the Division Head. May be repeated for credit. Total hours allowed vary with each degree program. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MUSC 4035 - Piano Accompanying (1 Cr. per semester) Applied studio accompanying in the vocal and instrumental applied areas. Prerequisites: Approval of the Division Head. May be repeated for credit. Total hours allowed vary with each degree program. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MUSC 4037 - Piano Pedagogy III (3 Cr.) A survey of music for the piano from the Baroque and Classical periods suitable for students at the intermediate level. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MUSC 4038 - Piano Pedagogy IV (3 Cr.) A survey of music for the piano from the Romantic and Contemporary periods suitable for students at the intermediate level. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MUSC 4061 - Keyboard Harmony and Creative Musicianship for the Piano Teacher (1 Cr., Maximum 2 Cr.) A functional approach to keyboard skills for piano instructors. A combination of lab and lecture to include harmonization, chord voicing, transposition, modulation, improvisation, sight reading, and score reading. Development of proficiency in these skills, as well as an understanding of how they can be taught at different levels. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MUSC 4064 - The Baroque Era (3 Cr.) Music of the Baroque period up to and including Bach. Prerequisites: 492 or Approval of Head of the Division of Music. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MUSC 4065 - Piano History and Literature (3 Cr.) A survey of pianos and their predecessors, and piano literature from the early English school to the present. Prerequisites: 1093 Click here for course scheduling information.
	MUSC 4067 - Survey of the Music Industry (3 Cr.) An overview of the music industry, including careers, publishing, recording, and merchandising. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MUSC 4068 - Survey of Ensemble Music for the Piano (2 Cr.) Survey of piano concert and ensemble music written for one or more pianos. Music for elementary and intermediate level students will be emphasized. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MUSC 4069 - Band Repertoire (3 Cr.) Introduction to band composers and their literature. A chronological approach to the available band literature and its composers. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MUSC 4070 - Band History and Literature (3 Cr.) History of bands, original compositions and transcriptions for band. Prerequisites: 193 Click here for course scheduling information.
	MUSC 4072 - Composition (3 Cr., Maximum 6 Cr.) Compositions in one or more movements for various solo instruments, vocal and instrumental ensembles and full orchestra. Prerequisites: 4071 Click here for course scheduling information.
	MUSC 4073 - Band Arranging (3 Cr.) Scoring for woodwind, brass and percussion instruments and for full band. Transcribing from piano, organ and orchestral literature. Scoring for the marching band. Prerequisites: 2004 Click here for course scheduling information.
	MUSC 4074 - Form and Analysis (2 Cr.) Intensive study of the larger musical forms. Prerequisites: 3072 or Approval of Head of the Division of Music. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MUSC 4075 - Electronic Music Composition (3 Cr.) A ”hands-on” course utilizing the electronic music lab and oriented toward skills in composing art music. Prerequisites: 1094, or Approval of Head of the Division of Music. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MUSC 4076 - Choral Conducting (2 Cr.) Prerequisites: 2073 Click here for course scheduling information.
	MUSC 4077 - Orchestration (2 Cr.) Technical and tonal characteristics of orchestral instruments. Arranging for string, woodwind and brass choirs and for full orchestra. Prerequisites: 2004 Click here for course scheduling information.
	MUSC 4079 - Instrumental Conducting (2 Cr.) Prerequisites: 2073 Click here for course scheduling information.
	MUSC 4080 - Twentieth Century Counterpoint (3 Cr.) Twentieth century contrapuntal practice culminating with the composition of one or more major polyphonic work. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MUSC 4081 - Analysis of Contemporary Music (3 Cr.) Harmonic and structural analysis of representative works by such composers as Debussy, Sibelius, Bartok, and Schoenberg. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MUSC 4082 - Organ History and Literature (3 Cr.) Organs and organ literature from the Gothic era to the present. Prerequisites: 1093 Click here for course scheduling information.
	MUSC 4083 - Woodwind Literature (3 Cr.) Solo and chamber music written for woodwind instruments. Prerequisites: 1093 Click here for course scheduling information.
	MUSC 4084 - Brass Literature (3 Cr.) Solo and chamber music written for brass instruments. Prerequisites: 1093 Click here for course scheduling information.
	MUSC 4085 - American (3 Cr.) American music from early Colonial times to the present, including music of different races and ethnic groups. Prerequisites: 4092 or Approval of Head of the Division of Music. (Formerly 591.) Click here for course scheduling information.
	MUSC 4086 - Survey of Music Theatre (3 Cr.) A survey of the history and literature of the music theatre, 1800 to the present, with emphasis on 20th century works and composers. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MUSC 4093 - The Romantic Era (3 Cr.) Music of the Romantic era and its place in the general culture of the period. Prerequisites: 4092 or Approval of Head of the Division of Music. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MUSC 4094 - Contemporary (3 Cr.) Music from the period of Impressionism to the present. Prerequisites: 4092 or Approval of Head of the Division of Music. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MUSC 4095 - Orchestral Literature (3 Cr.) Orchestral music from the Baroque period to the present. Prerequisites: 1093 Click here for course scheduling information.
	MUSC 4096 - Song Literature (3 Cr.) Music for solo voice from the Baroque period to the present with particular attention to the Romantic period. Prerequisites: 1093 Click here for course scheduling information.
	MUSC 4097 - Keyboard Literature (3 Cr.) Music for keyboard instruments from the English virginal school to the present. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MUSC 4098 - Choral Literature (2 Cr.) Choral music from the Renaissance to the present. Prerequisites: Approval of Instructor or admission in Master of Music Education Click here for course scheduling information.
	MUSC 4099 - The Classic Era (3 Cr.) Music of the Classic era and its place in the general culture of the period. Prerequisites: 4092 or Approval of Head of the Division of Music. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MUSC 5015 - Instrumental Literature/Conducting (2 Cr.) This course addresses all aspects of instrumental music making: conducting, programming, verbal/nonverbal communication, and strategies for skill development. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MUSC 5041 - Voice (1, 2, or 4 Cr., maximum 16 Cr.) Prerequisites: Successful completion of the prior course at the University of Louisiana at Monroe and/or an audition. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MUSC 5042 - Piano (2 or 4 Cr., maximum 16 Cr.) Prerequisites: Successful completion of the prior course at the University of Louisiana at Monroe and/or an audition. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MUSC 5043 - Organ (2 or 4 Cr., maximum 16 Cr.) Prerequisites: Successful completion of the prior course at the University of Louisiana at Monroe and/or an audition. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MUSC 5044 - Violin (2 or 4 Cr., maximum 16 Cr.) Prerequisites: Successful completion of the prior course at the University of Louisiana at Monroe and/or an audition. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MUSC 5045 - Viola (2 or 4 Cr., maximum 16 Cr.) Prerequisites: Successful completion of the prior course at the University of Louisiana at Monroe and/or an audition. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MUSC 5046 - Cello (2 or 4 Cr., maximum 16 Cr.) Prerequisites: Successful completion of the prior course at the University of Louisiana at Monroe and/or an audition. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MUSC 5047 - String Bass (2 or 4 Cr., maximum 16 Cr.) Prerequisites: Successful completion of the prior course at the University of Louisiana at Monroe and/or an audition. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MUSC 5048 - Clarinet (2 or 4 Cr., maximum 16 Cr.) Prerequisites: Successful completion of the prior course at the University of Louisiana at Monroe and/or an audition. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MUSC 5049 - Saxophone (2 or 4 Cr., maximum 16 Cr.) Prerequisites: Successful completion of the prior course at the University of Louisiana at Monroe and/or an audition. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MUSC 5050 - Flute (2 or 4 Cr., maximum 16 Cr.) Prerequisites: Successful completion of the prior course at the University of Louisiana at Monroe and/or an audition. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MUSC 5051 - Oboe (2 or 4 Cr., maximum 16 Cr.) Prerequisites: Successful completion of the prior course at the University of Louisiana at Monroe and/or an audition. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MUSC 5052 - Bassoon (2 or 4 Cr., maximum 16 Cr.) Prerequisites: Successful completion of the prior course at the University of Louisiana at Monroe and/or an audition. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MUSC 5053 - Trumpet (2 or 4 Cr., maximum 16 Cr.) Prerequisites: Successful completion of the prior course at the University of Louisiana at Monroe and/or an audition. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MUSC 5054 - Tuba (2 or 4 Cr., maximum 16 Cr.) Prerequisites: Successful completion of the prior course at the University of Louisiana at Monroe and/or an audition. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MUSC 5055 - French Horn (2 or 4 Cr., maximum 16 Cr.) Prerequisites: Successful completion of the prior course at the University of Louisiana at Monroe and/or an audition. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MUSC 5056 - Trombone (2 or 4 Cr., maximum 16 Cr.) Prerequisites: Successful completion of the prior course at the University of Louisiana at Monroe and/or an audition. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MUSC 5057 - Euphonium (2 or 4 Cr., maximum 16 Cr.) Prerequisites: Successful completion of the prior course at the University of Louisiana at Monroe and/or an audition. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MUSC 5058 - Percussion (2 or 4 Cr., maximum 16 Cr.) Prerequisites: Successful completion of the prior course at the University of Louisiana at Monroe and/or an audition. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MUSC 5061 - Music History I (2 Cr.) A study of music of the Middle Ages and the Renaissance; the history of music from ca. 800-1600. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MUSC 5062 - Music History II (2 Cr.) A study of music of the Baroque and Classical eras; the history of music from ca. 1600-1815. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MUSC 5063 - Music History III (2 Cr.) A study of music of the Romantic and Modern eras; the history of music from ca. 1815 to the present. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MUSC 5064 - Survey of Jazz History (2 Cr.) This course addresses jazz performer lineage, style period characteristics, and progressive development of the genre through listening and subsequent analysis. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MUSC 5065 - Analysis of Masterworks (3 Cr.) In this course, students will analytically study masterworks from Bach to Bartok, through consideration of style, harmony, scoring, and theory. Click here for course scheduling information.
	MUSC 5072 - Advanced Composition (3 Cr. each) Click here for course scheduling information.
	MUSC 5073 - Advanced Composition (3 Cr. each) Click here for course scheduling information.

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Courses of Instruction

MSED 4001 - Special Problems

MSED 4003 - Instrument Repair

MSED 4005 - Band Directors Workshop

MSED 4007 - Piano Teachers Workshop

MSED 4009 - Choral Directors Workshop

MSED 4011 - Music Education Workshop

MSED 4017 - General Music Program in Elementary and Secondary Schools

MSED 4019 - The Marching Band

MSED 4020 - Drill Design Techniques

MSED 4090 - Choral Repertoire

MSED 4091 - Introductory Workshop in Orff-schulwerk

MSED 4092 - Intermediate Workshop in Orff-schulwerk

MSED 4093 - Advanced Workshop in Orff-schulwerk

MSED 4095 - The Use of Musical Instruments in General Music Education

MSED 4096 - The Advanced Use of Musical Instruments in General Music Education

MSED 5001 - Vocal Pedagogy

MSED 5002 - Survey of Diction

MSED 5003 - Piano Pedagogy

MSED 5005 - String Pedagogy

MSED 5007 - Advanced Woodwind Techniques

MSED 5009 - Advanced Brass Techniques

MSED 5010 - Advanced Choral Methods

MSED 5011 - Advanced Percussion Techniques

MSED 5013 - Theory Pedagogy

MSED 5015 - Seminar in Instrumental Music

MSED 5017 - Seminar in Vocal Music

MSED 5031 - Music Organization, Administration, & Supervision

MSED 5033 - Introduction to Research in Music and Music Education

MSED 5035 - Music for Special Learners

MSED 5037 - Foundations of Music Education

MSED 5041 - Applied Techniques

MSED 5042 - Jazz Ensemble Techniques/Improvisation

MSED 5087 - Directed Independent Study

MSED 5088 - Comprehensive Exam

MSED 5095 - Applications of Music Technology

MUSC 4001 - Opera Performance and Production

MUSC 4002 - Special Problems

MUSC 4023 - Orchestra

MUSC 4026 - Wind Ensemble

MUSC 4027 - Symphonic Band

MUSC 4029 - Concert Choir

MUSC 4033 - Madrigalians

MUSC 4034 - Chamber Music

MUSC 4035 - Piano Accompanying

MUSC 4037 - Piano Pedagogy III

MUSC 4038 - Piano Pedagogy IV

MUSC 4061 - Keyboard Harmony and Creative Musicianship for the Piano Teacher

MUSC 4064 - The Baroque Era

MUSC 4065 - Piano History and Literature

MUSC 4067 - Survey of the Music Industry

MUSC 4068 - Survey of Ensemble Music for the Piano

MUSC 4069 - Band Repertoire

MUSC 4070 - Band History and Literature

MUSC 4072 - Composition

MUSC 4073 - Band Arranging

MUSC 4074 - Form and Analysis

MUSC 4075 - Electronic Music Composition

MUSC 4076 - Choral Conducting

MUSC 4077 - Orchestration

MUSC 4079 - Instrumental Conducting

MUSC 4080 - Twentieth Century Counterpoint

MUSC 4081 - Analysis of Contemporary Music

MUSC 4082 - Organ History and Literature

MUSC 4083 - Woodwind Literature

MUSC 4084 - Brass Literature

MUSC 4085 - American

MUSC 4086 - Survey of Music Theatre

MUSC 4093 - The Romantic Era

MUSC 4094 - Contemporary

MUSC 4095 - Orchestral Literature

MUSC 4096 - Song Literature

MUSC 4097 - Keyboard Literature

MUSC 4098 - Choral Literature

MUSC 4099 - The Classic Era

MUSC 5015 - Instrumental Literature/Conducting

MUSC 5041 - Voice

MUSC 5042 - Piano

MUSC 5043 - Organ

MUSC 5044 - Violin