Concert Choir is an auditioned, mixed choral ensemble of 70+ singers drawn from all major areas in the university. The choir performs literature from all musical eras including a wide range of genres and stylistic periods. The choir performs two major concerts per semester including "A Viterbo Christmas" and sings for events on campus and in the community. The choir embarks on an annual regional or national tour has the opportunity to travel every fourth year for an international tour. Emphasis on excellence in musicianship and performance. Enrollment by audition. Restricted to students with freshman and sophomore standing. May be repeated for credit. AE

A select treble show choir ensemble drawn from all major areas in the college community. Emphasis on performing literature from the pop, rock and Broadway repertoire. Combines voice, movement, and stage presence into one package. Opportunity to work with professional choreographers and to explore a wide variety of song styles and movement. Enrollment by audition. Restricted to students with freshman and sophomore standing. May be repeated for credit. AE

A select, small (12-18 voices) choral ensemble dedicated to performing classical, jazz, Broadway, and pop repertoire. Choreography and solo singing may be included in this versatile organization. Enrollment by audition. Restricted to students with freshman and sophomore standing. May be repeated for credit. AE

Fundamental melodic, rhythmic, and harmonic elements of music will be explored and developed. Specific content includes the study of melodic and rhythmic notation, meter, tonality/modality, intervals, chords and inversions, cadences, with attention to harmonic progression and melodic organization. Students will apply fundamental principles of melody, rhythm, and harmony through performance, analysis, and composition. The course will utilize Noteflight music writing software. Prerequisite: MUSC 100 or a minimum of 80% on the Music Fundamentals Proficiency Exam.

Fundamental melodic, rhythmic, and harmonic elements learned in MUSC 151 are further developed. Specific content includes an introduction to form in popular and classical music, melodic analysis, non-chord tones, and voice leading/part writing, as well as an introduction to chromatic harmony and modulation via study of secondary dominant and leading tone chords. Students will apply these principles through performance, analysis, and composition. Prerequisite: 151.

The Piano Proficiency II course is the second of three levels designed to provide developing musicians with basic keyboard competency. Specifically, students will develop piano technique and music theory through keyboard patterns including: three vocalises, major and minor scales (two octaves, hands together, white keys only), and chord progressions (inversions + ii chord). Sight-reading and repertoire will be at a level higher than that of Piano Proficiency I. Transposition of folk melodies will include a left hand blocked-chord accompaniment. Students will also demonstrate the ability to collaborate and read open score. Students can take the exam at the end of the semester or by appointment. Target completion is fall semester of sophomore year. Graded CR/NC.

The Piano Proficiency III course is the final package (of three) designed to provide developing musicians with basic keyboard competency. Specifically, students will develop piano technique and music theory through keyboard patterns including: three vocalises, black-key major and minor scales (hands together, 2 octaves) and chord progressions (inversions + ii chord). Sight-reading and repertoire will be at a higher level than that of Piano Proficiency II. Transposition of folk melodies will include an accompaniment more elaborate than blocked chords. Students need to demonstrate that they can collaborate and read and open score. The exam can be taken at the end of the semester or by appointment. Target completion date of this exam is spring semester of sophomore year. Graded CR/NC.

Introduction to the study and development of listening and musicianship skills. This course will cover the applications of moveable-do Solfege and la-based minor, melodic dictation, rhythmic dictation, and sight singing.

A continuation of the study and development of listening and musicianship skills. This course will cover the applications of moveable-do solfege and la-based minor, melodic dictation, rhythmic dictation, and sight singing. Prerequisite: 106.

Designed for the general student, the course aims to enhance the student146s understanding and enjoyment of music through a survey of Western and non-western musical styles. Activities include: assigned readings, listening, interactive class discussions, guest performers, and video presentations. Students are required to give class presentations on assigned topics and attend a minimum of two concerts during the semester in which the class is taken. AE