The study of teaching choral music and directing techniques for middle/junior high and senior high school. Topics include rehearsal techniques, repertoire, voicing, curriculum design, classroom management, learning styles, teaching strategies, strategies for teaching students with disabilities, the changing voice, and philosophy. Emphasis on the total years program in perspective with performances and understanding the non-musical responsibilities of a middle/junior high and high school teacher. The course also focuses on the development, application, and refinement of musical and interpersonal skills needed for teaching in a secondary setting. Offered every third semester. Prerequisites: 265, EDUC 150 (music ed concentration).

This course will provide definitions of social justice and equity combined with discussions about identity and commitment to change/develop. We will explore programs in the United States that have made significant contributions and impact in challenging social conditions. Specifically, this course will explore music initiatives for underrepresented groups including: The Institute for Composer Diversity, Rising Tide Music Press, Lin-Manuel Mirandas philanthropic initiatives (RISE, Hamilton Education Program, Flamboyan Foundation, and more), and other important music initiatives that have risen from the quest to seek advancement in diverse representation in music and music education in this country. SJE, AE

Internship experience relative to the elective area of emphasis for the pedagogy majors and church music minors. Credit for experience must be sought prior to occurrence, and a learning contract must be submitted before the end of the first week of the semester. Restricted to students with junior standing or higher. Permission of music department required. Graded CR/NC.

Independent reading and/or research under the guidance of a music faculty member. Refer to the academic policy section for independent study policy. Independent study contract is required. May be repeated for credit.

Study and development of the skills associated with piano and harpsichord accompanying and collaboration. Students are required to prepare and perform representative literature for piano and other instruments or voices. Activities include directed readings, score examination and analysis, textual analysis, listening, coaching, and performing. Students will also survey the history and construction of the harpsichord, apply aspects of Baroque interpretation and technique, and apply knowledge of figured bass as part of the accompanying component in the course. Prerequisite: 152, 205, MUPI-171.

Instrumental Techniques I introduces music education students to fingering, notation, and pedagogy related to woodwind and brass instruments. Students will learn basic information for classroom and arranging purposes. Prerequisite: 151, 152.

Instrumental Techniques II introduces music education students to fingering, notation, and pedagogy related to string and percussion instruments. Students will learn basic information for classroom and arranging purposes. Prerequisite: 151, 152.

Music History I is a study of western music history from the Medieval through Baroque periods. This survey of prominent composers, styles, genres, and forms will be contextualized by the influence of social, religious, and political trends. Directed reading, listening, score examination, analysis, and performance are offered in diverse and engaging modes of learning. Projects and assignments are designed to fulfill the General Education-Oral Communication requirement for music majors and/or minors. Prerequisite: 151. OC

A survey of the principal composers, genres, and forms associated with music of the Classic, Romantic, and Contemporary periods. Consideration of representative works from those periods through directed reading, score examination, analysis, listening, and performance. Exposure to available music research and reference materials is explored in both printed and electronic formats. Projects and assignments are designed to fulfill the General Education-Written Communication II requirement for music majors and/or minors. Prerequisite: ENGL 104 or 105 or 195. WCII, HA

A survey of vocal music from approximately 1600 to the present in Europe and the U.S. Emphasis will be placed on broadening the repertoire of the performer and teacher through a study of major song and opera composers from the U.S. and abroad. Class activities will focus on stylistic characteristics of this literature through a combination of lecture and directed listening. Prerequisite: 151.