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USC Thornton School of Music

Since its founding in 1884, the USC Thornton School of Music has become the center of

higher education in music in the western United States and ranks among the top five

schools of music in the nation. Situated in the heart of the vital musical life of Los Angeles,

the Thornton School of Music brings together a distinguished faculty and gifted students from

around the world. It is in this wonderfully diverse cultural milieu that students are offered instruc-

tion in virtually all professional and scholarly branches of music, including instrumental and vocal

performance, jazz, early music, conducting, composition, film scoring, music industry, music educa-

tion, pedagogy, choral and sacred music, conducting and opera. In addition to its major programs,

the Thornton School of Music also offers a wide array of music minors and general interest courses

for students majoring in other disciplines.

The USC Thornton Symphony, Chamber Choir, Concert Choir, Opera, Wind Ensemble, Trojan

Marching Band, Jazz Orchestra, Contemporary Music Ensemble, Early Music Ensemble and a wide

variety of large and small choral and instrumental ensembles assure students the broadest perform-

ing experience. More than 500 formal and informal concerts and recitals are presented on campus

each year and the school regularly presents eminent visiting artists and scholars in master classes,

workshops, lectures, seminars and in performance.

Los Angeles is the home of numerous musical organizations whose performances contribute

immeasurably to the cultural life of the region, and also the home of the nation’s major recording,

radio, film and television industries. All offer abundant opportunities to the serious young musician.

The USC Thornton School of Music, consistentlyranked among the nation’s premier conserva-tories and schools of music, offers a conservatorysetting within a larger university environment.

Music Student ServicesUnited University Church-B(213) 740-4721FAX: (213) 740-5950Email: [email protected] Dean: Debora Huffman

Undergraduate StudiesRamo Hall of Music 112(213) 740-7703Director: Stewart Gordon

Graduate StudiesWaite Phillips Hall 304(213) 740-7418Director: William Dehning

Music AdmissionsUnited University Church 218(213) 740-8986FAX: (213) 740-8995Director: Phillip Placenti

Choral and Sacred MusicMusic Faculty Building 416(213) 740-7418Chair: William Dehning

Classical GuitarArnold Schoenberg Institute 204(213) 740-7399Chair: James Smith

CompositionMusic Faculty Building 308(213) 740-7416Chair: Frederick Lesemann

ConductingMusic Faculty Building 312(213) 740-3131Chair: John Barnett

Jazz StudiesArnold Schoenberg Institute 204(213) 740-3119Chair: Ronald McCurdy

Keyboard StudiesRamo Hall of Music 112(213) 740-7703Chair: Alan Smith

Music History and LiteratureWaite Phillips Hall 304(213) 740-3211Chair: Bryan Simms

Music EducationWaite Phillips Hall 302(213) 740-3211Chair: Jay Zorn

Music IndustryMusic Faculty Building 416(213) 740-3224Chair: Richard McIlvery

OrganRamo Hall of Music 112(213) 740-7703Chair: Ladd Thomas

StringsRamo Hall of Music 112(213) 740-7704Chair: Eleonore Schoenfeld

Studio GuitarArnold Schoenberg Institute 204(213) 740-7399Chair: Richard Smith

Vocal ArtsRamo Hall of Music 112(213) 740-7704Chair: Gary Glaze

Winds and PercussionMusic Faculty Building 308(213) 740-7416Chair: Terry Cravens

Keyboard Collaborative ArtsRamo Hall of Music 112(213) 740-7703Director: Alan Smith

Scoring for Motion Pictures and TelevisionMusic Faculty Building 308(213) 740-7416Director: Brian King

Thelonious Monk Institute of JazzArnold Schoenberg Institute 1(213) 821-1500Program Coordinator: Daniel Seefe

All departments may be reached by writing to:USC Thornton School of MusicMusic Faculty BuildingLos Angeles, CA 90089-0851FAX: (213) 740-3217

AdministrationRobert A. Cutietta, D.Ed., Dean

Susan Miltner Lopez, M.B.A., Associate Deanfor Administration

Christopher Sampson, M.M., Associate Deanfor New Initiatives

Debora L. Huffman, Ed.D., Assistant Dean forAcademic Services

Peggy Schmid, B.A., Assistant Dean forExternal Relations

FacultyGregor Piatigorsky Chair in Violoncello: RonaldLeonard, Dipl.

Professors: Arthur C. Bartner, Ed.D.*; HansBeer; Shelton Berg, M.M.; Bruce Brown, Ph.D.;Terry Cravens, D.M.A.; Donald Crockett,Ph.D.*; Robert A. Cutietta, D.Ed.; WilliamDehning, D.M.A.; Gary Glaze, M.M.; StewartGordon, D.M.A.; Stephen Hartke, Ph.D.;James Hopkins, Ph.D.*; Morten Lauridsen,D.M.A.*; Frederick Lesemann, D.M.A.*; LarryLivingston, M.M.; Thom Mason, D.M.A.;Ronald McCurdy, D.M.A.; Donald McInnes,M.M.; John Perry, M.M.*; Daniel Pollack,M.S.*; Eleonore Schoenfeld*; Bryan Simms,Ph.D.*; Ladd Thomas, D.Mus.; Frank Ticheli,D.M.A.; James Tyler; Jay Zorn, D.M.E.

Associate Professors: Gilbert Blount, Ph.D.;Kevin Fitz-Gerald, Art.Dipl.; Erik Forrester,M.M.; Yehuda Gilad, Dipl.; Elizabeth Hynes,B.M.; Janet Johnson, Ph.D.; Norman Krieger,Dipl.; Peter Lightfoot, M.M.; Robert Lipsett,B.A.; M.M.; Patrice Madura, D.M.E.; RichardMcIlvery, M.M.; Robert Moore, Ph.D.; EricaMuhl, D.M.A.; Giulio Ongaro, Ph.D.; FrankPotenza, M.M.; Alan Smith, D.M.A.; JamesSmith, M.M.; Richard Smith, M.M.; JohnThomas, M.M.; David Wilson, D.M.A.

Assistant Professors: Joanna Demers, Ph.D.;Cynthia Munzer, B.M.

Research Assistant Professor: MajaTrochimczyk, Ph.D.

Clinical Assistant Professors: Andrew Garver;Mark Goldstein; Ed Kalnins; Brian King; KenLopez; Jack Smalley; David Spear; KarlSwearingen

Adjunct Professors: Martin Chalifour; VincentDe Rosa; Peter Erskine; Pamela Goldsmith;J. Thomas Johnson; David Raksin; H. RobertReynolds; Cherry Rhodes; Lyndon Taylor;Allan Vogel; Bill Watrous; Michele Zukovsky

Adjunct Associate Professors: Stephen Gothold;David Howard; Jo Ann Turovsky; DavidWeiss; Suli Xue

Adjunct Assistant Professors: David Anglin; DavidArnay; Jennifer Barnes; Elizabeth Blumenstock;Carmen Bradford; Jon Burlingame; DavidCarpenter; Lucinda Carver; Polli Chambers-Salazar; Leon Ndugu Chancler; Rose Corrigan;Bill Cunliffe; Neal Desby; Judith Farmer;Anne Farnsworth; Russell Ferrante; AngelFigueroa; Parmer Fuller; John Hayhurst; PaulHuybrechts; Monica Kaenzig; Adam Kofler;Miran Kojian; Shigemi Matsumoto; VincentMendoza; David Moore; Kristy Morrell; LeahMorrison; David Oakes; John Paton; ElizabethPitcairn; Mary Rawcliffe; Kim Richmond;Daniel Rothmuller; James Rotter; James Self;Aaron Serfaty; Robert Sheppard; RobertShew; William Skeen; Chris Stone; NickStrimple; Tierney Sutton; Lisa Sylvester; GaryWoodward; Chris Young

690 USC Thornton School of Music

Senior Lecturers: William Biersach;Bernandene Blaha; John Clayton; Brian Head;Boyde Hood; William Kanengiser; Pat Kelley;Sharon Lavery; Peter Marsh; Janice McVeigh;Antoinette Perry; Richard Schmunk; NickStoubis; Scott Tennant; Joel Timm; DennisTrembly; Stephen Trovato; James Walker

Full-Time Lecturers: Nico Abondolo; JohnBarnett; Steve Cunningham; Joe Diorio;Bruce Eskovitz; David Fick; VeronikaKrausas; Jonathan Mack; Thomas Beno May;Chris Roze; Dennis Thurmond; Alan Pasqua;Richard Todd; Mark Weiser

Part-Time Lecturers: Janet Beazley; DavidBecker; Amy Bowers; Patrick Caddick;Terri Lyne Carrington; Jeff Clayton; JoelClifft; Teresa Dimond; Ludek Drizhal; KirillGliadkovsky; Larry Harms; Lucina Hubbard;Daniel Kerr; Tim Kobza; Charles Koster;Vicki Muto; Granville Oldham; Sung-HwaPark; Courtney Selan; Topper Smith; DouglasTornquist; Jacques Voyemant; DavidWilkinson

Emeritus Professors: Nancy Bricard, M.M.*;Arend Koole, D.Litt. et Phil.; Mitchell Lurie;William A. Schaefer, M.A.; Margaret Schaper,M.M.*; Alice Schoenfeld*; Eudice Shapiro;William Thomson, Ph.D.; James Vail, D.M.A.

*Recipient of university-wide or school teaching award.

Degree ProgramsThe Thornton School of Music offers profes-sional and academic degrees at the bachelor’s,master’s and doctoral levels. These degreesare summarized below.

Bachelor of Music Students working toward thisprofessional degree have a wide choice of spe-cializations: composition, music education,music industry, instrumental performance,jazz studies, and vocal arts. Students can takeeither a single major program or double majorsin several combinations such as organ andharpsichord or piano and composition, musiceducation and wind, string, or percussioninstrument. The two majors must be offeredby different departments but lead to the samedegree (for example, Bachelor of Music).Double majors consisting of two majors inthe same department are not permitted. Thedegree is granted by the Thornton School ofMusic.

Bachelor of Arts This degree is for studentswith a strong music background but whowish to combine professional music trainingwith substantial study in other disciplines.

Bachelor of Science Offered by the ThorntonSchool of Music in the specialized area ofmusic industry.

Minors in Music: Five different minors inmusic are offered, each approaching the disci-pline from a unique perspective and with adistinct curriculum: Jazz Studies, MusicalStudies (Performance), Musical Theatre,Music Industry, and Music Recording.

Master of Music: This is a professional degreethat represents proficiency in one area ofmusical practice and relevant knowledge inmusical literature, performance and tech-nique. It requires a minimum of 30 graduateunits, of which 15 must be at the 500 level orhigher. Students complete either a thesis orrecital(s) as part of the degree requirements.The degree can be earned in choral music,sacred music, composition, conducting, musiceducation, keyboard collaborative arts, guitar,harpsichord, jazz studies, organ, piano, voiceor instrumental performance. The degree isgranted by the Thornton School of Music.

Master of Music Education: This degree isoffered jointly by the Thornton School ofMusic and the Rossier School of Education.It is intended for persons who are now, orwho plan to be, school or community musicspecialists.

Master of Arts: This degree, offered throughthe Graduate School in conjunction with theThornton School of Music, stresses musichistory or early music performance, withemphasis on scholarly research.

Doctor of Musical Arts: This is a professionaldegree that represents the highest level ofexpertise in a major field of musical practiceand competence in several additional areas.Students may specialize in choral music,sacred music, composition, jazz studies,music education, vocal or instrumentalperformance.

Doctor of Philosophy: Offered through theGraduate School, this is an academic degreein the field of historical musicology. A sub-stantial background in music, research andlanguages is required.

Entrance to the Degree ProgramsAdmission to a degree program is grantedthrough USC’s admission process, describedin the Admission section of this catalogue.A supplementary application form is alsorequired for students seeking admission tothe Thornton School of Music, which can beobtained from the School of Music Office ofAdmission.

Applicants to a program within the school arescreened by appropriate faculty selectioncommittees that hold auditions, interviewsand examine supportive materials. Letters ofacceptance are issued by the USC Office ofAdmission.

AuditionA performance audition is required of appli-cants to most degree and certificate programsin the Thornton School of Music. Refer toindividual curriculum listings for details.

Graduate Record ExaminationsScores from the General Test of the GraduateRecord Examinations (GRE) are required forapplication and admission to the Master ofArts, Doctor of Musical Arts and Doctor ofPhilosophy degrees. (The Music SubjectTest is not required.) Test scores on the GREthat are more than five years old at the timeof application are not accepted.

Placement TestsUndergraduate transfer students who havehad formal study in any of the following areasmust take the appropriate placement exami-nation prior to their first registration: auralskills, theory, music history, conducting,analysis, orchestration and performance.The results of these examinations determineplacement in appropriate sequential courses.

Admission to Graduate StandingAchievement tests in basic musical skills andareas of study (Music Graduate EntranceExaminations) are required of all enteringgraduate students during the first semester orsummer session in residence. If all examina-tions are not passed by the end of two semes-ters of course work, then further registrationmust include remedial courses in all areaswhere deficiencies exist. In degree programsin which one recital is required, all entranceexaminations must be passed or correspond-ing remedial course work completed with aminimum grade of B- before permission topresent a graduate recital is given. In pro-grams with two or more recitals, only the firstmay be given prior to passing all entranceexaminations or completing correspondingremedial courses.

Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)All applicants whose native language is notEnglish are required to submit scores fromthe Test of English as a Foreign Language(TOEFL). Both paper-based and computer-based scores are accepted. Test scores that aremore than five years old at the time of applica-tion are not accepted.

Advanced Standing Credit for Music Taken inAccredited Schools of MusicMusic courses completed with satisfactorygrades in a member institution of the NationalAssociation of Schools of Music are acceptablefor transfer. The university reserves the right,however, to require a student to take a place-ment test (at no cost) to determine the level ofachievement in any given aspect of music, andto review the student’s credentials at the end

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of one semester at USC to determine whatcredit will in fact be transferred.

Advanced Standing Credit for Music Not Taken inAccredited Schools of MusicStudents who wish credit for music taken ininstitutions not accredited by the NationalAssociation of Schools of Music must providethe Office of Admission with information ontheir prior work, showing the subjects stud-ied, the number of lessons in each subject,the length of each lesson, number of years ofstudy and the names of instructors. Such spe-cial requests are dealt with on an individualbasis. Examinations or continuation work orboth may be required before credit allowanceis considered.

General RequirementsAll curricula leading to the Bachelor ofMusic, Master of Music and Doctor ofMusical Arts degrees require proficiency inperformance. This is accomplished by indi-vidual instruction in the areas best suited tothe student’s ability and interests.

Proficiency in piano is required in all curricu-la and may be achieved through class and/orindividual instruction. Some curricula requirecompetency in one additional performancemedium.

Attendance at recitals in the field of the stu-dent’s major is a regular part of the work inapplied music for all music majors. Attendanceat recitals is recommended for non-musicmajors who take individual instruction as anelective.

Curriculum RequirementsThe curriculum requirements for each majorare listed under each degree. The USCcourse classification and numbering systemis explained on page 52. In addition, musiccourses sometimes carry the following abbre-viations: CD = Conducting; CG = ClassicalGuitar; HC = Harpsichord; OR = Organ; P = Piano; SG = Studio Guitar; VA = Viola;VC = Voice Coaching; VO = Voice.

Change of CurriculumTo change from one curriculum to another,a student must obtain written approval of allof the following: the department chair inthe curriculum which the student is leaving,the department chair for the new curriculumand the dean of the Thornton School ofMusic.

Non-Degree ProgramsStudents who have highly specialized inter-ests which may not be met through degreeprograms may apply for admission to one ofthe following non-degree programs.

Artist Diploma ProgramThis program is designed for young artists ofexceptional ability and musical sensitivitywho plan careers as solo performers. TheArtist Diploma Program provides youngartists the opportunity to devote their fulltime to concentrated study and practice forthe duration of their assigned programs.

Graduate Certificate Program in PerformanceThis graduate-level program is designed forstudents who have completed their undergrad-uate education in music, or its equivalent, andintend to concentrate their energies on thefull-time development of their discipline.

Graduate Certificate Program in Scoring forMotion Pictures and TelevisionThis one-year program is designed for stu-dents who hold the Bachelor of Music inComposition or its equivalent.

Honor SocietyPi Kappa LambdaPi Kappa Lambda is a national honor societyestablished in 1918 for the promotion andrecognition of scholarship and performance inmusic. Students of the School of Music are eli-gible for election to Eta chapter at the Univer-sity of Southern California, established in 1923.


Undergraduate Degrees

Bachelor of Music

The Bachelor of Music (B.M.) is a profession-al degree granted by the Thornton School ofMusic. The various majors for the degree arelisted subsequently along with specialrequirements for each.

Individual Instruction in ResidenceCandidates for the B.M. degree in perfor-mance must complete a minimum of threesemesters of individual instruction in theirmajor field while in residence.

Senior RecitalAll performance majors must present a seniorrecital consisting of a memorized programone hour long (except in the case of certainwind instruments) in partial fulfillment ofthe degree requirements. Music educationmajors must present a recital of a memorized

program one-half hour long. Compositionmajors present a full-length recital of theiroriginal compositions. A candidate’s programmust be ready for presentation before a fac-ulty committee at least one month beforethe required public recital. Complete detailsare available from the Music OperationsOffice, School of Music.

General Education RequirementsThe university’s general education programprovides a coherent, integrated introductionto the breadth of knowledge you will need toconsider yourself (and to be considered byother people) a generally well-educated per-son. This program requires six courses in dif-ferent categories, plus writing and diversityrequirements.

The Provost has allowed an exception to therules governing the new general educationrequirements for certain groups of studentspursuing performance degrees in music.Students pursuing the Bachelor of Music inJazz Studies or the Bachelor of Music inPerformance (in all tracks except organ) maysatisfy their social issues and first writingrequirement separately by taking WRIT 130(instead of WRIT 140) in the spring of theirfreshman year. In addition those pursuing theBachelor of Music in Performance (vocal arts)may satisfy Category I of the new programwith MUHL 331 and MUHL 332.

In all other respects, students in the ThorntonSchool of Music must satisfy the general edu-cation requirements as described on pages183 through 187.

Individual Instruction LimitationsMusic majors may accumulate a maximum of 16 units of individual instruction at the300 level toward an undergraduate degreeprogram.

Bachelor of Music in CompositionEntrance RequirementsApplicants must submit the Thornton Schoolof Music Supplementary Application, a state-ment of objectives, resume, complete academ-ic transcripts, three original compositions, anda complete list of all original compositionsincluding dates and media. If available, audiorecordings of the submitted scores should alsobe included. An on-campus interview withthe composition faculty is encouraged but notrequired. Admission to the B.M. in Composi-tion is highly competitive. The program is afour-year program, to which transfer studentsare rarely admitted. Admission to programs incomposition is limited to fall semester only.

CURRICULUM REQUIREMENTS UNITS

General education 6 coursesWriting 2 coursesLarge ensemble* 4Ensemble electives 2MPKS 250ab (4), MPKS 350ab (4),

MPKS 301P (4) ** 12MUCO 132ab (4), MUCO 133ab (6),

MUCO 135 (2), MUCO 137ab (4), MUCO 232ab (4), MUCO 233ab (6),MUCO 235 (2), MUCO 236 (2), MUCO 237ab (8), MUCO 336ab (4), MUCO 337ab (8), MUCO 434 (2), MUCO 435 (2), MUCO 437ab (4) 58

MUCD 340 (2), MUCD 343 (2) 4MUEA 474a or MUEA 474b or MUEA 490 2MUHL 231 (3), MUHL 232 (3),

MUHL 331 (3), MUHL 332 (3) 12Electives in music 2General electives 4Senior recital 0

Total required for degree 132

*Transfer credit may not fulfill the large ensemblerequirement.

**Requirement may be fulfilled with MPKS 301P ifproficiency level equivalent to MPKS 350b is demon-strated by examination.

In addition to the above curricular require-ments, B.M. candidates in composition(including film scoring emphasis) must takedepartmental comprehensive examinations inall six areas:

(1) instrumental performance at an inter-mediate level;(2) theory and analysis;(3) aural skills;(4) instrumentation;(5) music literature;(6) elementary score-reading.

Students must pass in at least four areas to con-tinue on to the senior year of the major and, inorder to graduate, must pass in all six areas.

Bachelor of Music in Composition(Film Scoring)Entrance RequirementsApplicants must submit the Thornton Schoolof Music Supplementary Application, a state-ment of objectives, resume, complete academ-ic transcripts, three original compositions, anda complete list of all original compositionsincluding dates and media. If available, audiorecordings of the submitted scores should alsobe included. An on-campus interview withthe composition faculty is encouraged but notrequired. Admission to the B.M. in Compo-sition with emphasis in Scoring for MotionPictures and Television is highly competitive.The program is a four-year program, to whichtransfer students are rarely admitted. Admis-sion to programs in composition is limited tofall semester only.


General education 6 coursesWriting 2 coursesLarge ensemble* 4MPKS 250ab (4), MPKS 350ab (4)** 8MUCD 343 (2) 2MUCO 132ab (4), MUCO 133ab (6),

MUCO 135 (2), MUCO 137ab (4), MUCO 232ab (4), MUCO 233ab (6), MUCO 235 (2), MUCO 236 (2), MUCO 237ab (8), MUCO 336ab (4), MUCO 337ab (8), MUCO 434 (2), MUCO 436 (2), MUCO 437ab (4), MUCO 440ab (4), MUCO 442ab (4), MUCO 443ab (4), MUCO 470 (2) 72

MUHL 231 (3), MUHL 232 (3), MUHL 331 (3), MUHL 332 (3) 12

Electives 2Senior recital 0



**Requirement may be fulfilled with MPKS 301P ifproficiency level equivalent to MPKS 350b is demon-strated by examination.

Bachelor of Music in Jazz StudiesEntrance RequirementsApplicants must submit the Thornton Schoolof Music Supplementary Application, a state-ment of objectives, resume and repertoire list.A performance audition is also required, forwhich three to five selections of contrastingstyles, taken from standard solo jazz literature,should be prepared on the applicant’s primaryinstrument. Two of these selections must beJoy Spring and All the Things You Are. Leadtrumpet players may also include excerptsfrom ensemble literature or standard exercisesand may perform a lead trumpet part with theoriginal recording. Drummers should performa snare drum etude or rudimental snare drumsolo, as well as a standard jazz tune on drumset(playing the melody, the form and a solo),must be able to play swing, bebop, latin andfunk or rock, and must demonstrate the use ofbrushes on drumset. All applicants must beprepared to demonstrate skills in jazz improvi-sation and sight-reading. Most applicants willalso be asked to sit for a written examinationconsisting of listening to excerpts, basic jazztheory and jazz history. Though applicants arestrongly encouraged to perform a live audition,a recent video recording may be submitted inlieu of a live audition if necessary.


General education 6 coursesWriting 2 coursesMUEN 329 (6), MUEN 332 (8) 14Ensemble electives 2MPKS 250ab 4MUCO 132ab (4), MUCO 133ab (6),

MUCO 232ab (4),233ab (6) 20MUCO 338x (2) or MUJZ 342ab (2) 2MUHL 231 (3), MUHL 232 (3),

MUHL 331 (3), MUHL 332 (3) 12MUJZ 153 (4), MUJZ 253 (4), MUJZ 353 (4),

MUJZ 453 (4), MUJZ 180 (4), MUJZ 200ab (4), MUJZ 252 (2), MUJZ 341 (2), MUJZ 347 (2), MUJZ 400 (2), MUJZ 443 (2), MUJZ 451 (4), MUJZ 452 (2), MUJZ 486 (2) 42

Electives in music 4Comprehensive exam* 0Senior recital 0


*Students must pass a comprehensive performanceexam prior to the senior recital, which entails perfor-mance and improvisation, from memory, of songsselected from the “Jazz Studies Department RequiredTune List.”

Bachelor of Music in Jazz Studies (Vocal)Entrance RequirementsApplicants must submit the Thornton Schoolof Music Supplementary Application, a state-ment of objectives, resume and repertoire list.A performance audition is also required, forwhich three to five selections of contrasting

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styles, taken from the standard solo jazz litera-ture, should be prepared. Two of these selec-tions must be How High the Moon (medium/up)and Body and Soul (ballad). In addition, appli-cants should memorize and perform 32 bars ofan improvised solo from the jazz discography(e.g., Ella Fitzgerald’s solo from Blue Skies,Coleman Hawkins’s solo from Body and Soul,etc.); the solo may be from an instrumentalistor a vocalist. All applicants must be preparedto demonstrate skills in jazz improvisation andsight-reading. Most applicants will also beasked to sit for a written examination consist-ing of listening excerpts, basic jazz theory andjazz history. Although applicants are stronglyencouraged to perform a live audition, arecent video recording may be submitted inlieu of a live audition if necessary.


General education 6 coursesWriting 2 coursesMUEN 305 (6), MUEN 332 (8) 14Ensemble electives 2MPKS 250ab 4MPVA 301 2MUCO 132ab (4), MUCO 133ab (6),

MUCO 232ab (4), MUCO 233ab (6) 20MUHL 231 (3), MUHL 232 (3),

MUHL 331 (3), MUHL 332 (3) 12MUJZ 153 (4), MUJZ 253 (4), MUJZ 353 (4), MUJZ 453 (4), MUJZ 180 or MUJZ 218a (2), MUJZ 200ab (4), MUJZ 252 (2), MUJZ 311 (2), MUJZ 341 (2), MUJZ 342ab (2), MUJZ 347 (2), MUJZ 400 (2), MUJZ 443 (2), MUJZ 452 (4), MUJZ 486 (2) 42Electives in music 4Comprehensive exam* 0Senior recital 0


*Students must pass a comprehensive performanceexam prior to the senior recital, which entails perfor-mance and improvisation, from memory, of songsselected from the “Jazz Studies Department RequiredTune List.”

Bachelor of Music in Music EducationEntrance RequirementsApplicants must submit the Thornton Schoolof Music Supplementary Application, a state-ment of objectives, resume, repertoire listand complete academic transcripts. A perfor-mance audition is also required, for whichapplicants should prepare according to therequirements of the department of their pri-mary instrument or voice.

All candidates for a Bachelor of Music inMusic Education degree and CaliforniaTeaching Credential in music must give arecital and pass the California Basic Educa-tional Skills Test (CBEST) before they canbe admitted to student teaching. Candidates

must pass the CBEST by the end of theirjunior year or it will be recommended thatthey declare an alternative major. In addition,students should refer to the Rossier School ofEducation section of this catalogue.

Requirements for the California Single SubjectPreliminary Teaching Credential in MusicWith careful planning, it is possible for stu-dents to complete both a bachelor’s degreein music education and a California SingleSubject Preliminary Teaching Credential inMusic in four years. Those graduates arethen permitted to teach vocal and instrumen-tal music (K-12) in the public schools ofCalifornia and most other states.

Some of the 17 units required for completionof the preliminary credential may also applytoward the required 30 units for the clearcredential and toward the Master of MusicEducation degree at USC if reserved forgraduate credit at the time of enrollment.These courses may include EDUC 409,EDUC 410, EDUC 413, CTSE 474, MUED402 and MUED 403.

Performance majors who wish to complete ateaching credential should consult musiceducation faculty advisors as early in theirdegree program as possible to arrange themusic education portion. Performance majorsmay begin work toward the teaching creden-tial as early as their freshman year.


General education 6 coursesWriting 2 coursesEDUC 200 (1), EDUC 204 (3),

EDUC 205L (4) 8MPKS 250ab 4MUCD 340 (2), MUCD 343 (2) 4MUCO 132ab (4), MUCO 133ab (6),

MUCO 232ab (4), MUCO 233ab (6), MUCO 338x (2) 22

MUED 345bL (2) or MPKS 301 (2) 2MUED 443 (2) or MUJZ 443 (2) 2MUED 241aL (2), MUED 301 (1),

MUED 345aL (2), MUED 346L (2), MUED 347L (2), ,MUED 348L (2), MUED 430L (2), MUED 448 (2), MUED 452 (2), MUED 474 (3) 20

MUHL 231 (3), MUHL 232 (3), MUHL 302 (4), MUHL 331 (3), MUHL 332 (3) 16

Large ensemble 4Ensemble electives 3Individual instruction on primary

instrument: 153 (4) and 253 (4) and353 (4); or 301 (12) 12



Bachelor of Music in Performance (Classical Guitar)Entrance RequirementsApplicants must submit the Thornton Schoolof Music Supplementary Application, a state-ment of objectives, resume and repertoirelist. A performance audition is also requiredfor which three selections of contrastingstyles from the standard solo literature shouldbe prepared. In addition, applicants shouldbe prepared to demonstrate good right andleft hand development through the perfor-mance of several three-octave scales andselect arpeggios from Giuliani’s 120 Studies forthe Right Hand or a comparable set of studies.Sight-reading will also be required at theaudition. A recent high-fidelity recordingmay be submitted in lieu of a live audition ifnecessary.


General education 6 coursesWriting 2 coursesMPGU 153CG (4), MPGU 253CG (4),

MPGU 353CG (4), MPGU 453CG (4), MPGU 159 (2), MPGU 257 (8), MPGU 259 (2), MPGU 357 (2), MPGU 457 (6), MPGU 417 (2), MPGU 426 (3), MPGU 427 (3), MPGU 459 (2) 46

MPKS 250ab 4MUEN 326 (6) 6Large ensemble* 2Ensemble electives 2MUCD 340 (2) or MUCD 343 (2) 2MUCO 132ab (4), MUCO 133ab (6),


MUHL 231 (3), MUHL 232 (3), MUHL 331 (3), MUHL 332 (3) 12

Electives 4Junior recital 0Senior recital 0



Bachelor of Music in Performance (StudioGuitar)Entrance RequirementsApplicants must submit the Thornton Schoolof Music Supplementary Application, a state-ment of objectives, resume and repertoirelist. A performance audition, performed onelectric guitar, is also required for which threeor more selections of contrasting styles fromthe standard studio and/or jazz literatureshould be prepared (original repertoire mayalso be included). In addition, applicantsshould be prepared to play various chordsand scales in major and minor keys and beprepared to demonstrate sight-reading skillsand knowledge of standard jazz literature.A recent, high-fidelity recording may be sub-mitted in lieu of a live audition if necessary.



General education 6 coursesWriting 2 coursesMUCD 343 2MPGU 153SG (4), MPGU 253SG (4),

MPGU 353SG (4), MPGU 453SG (4), MPGU 158 (2), MPGU 159 (2), MPGU 258 (4), MPGU 358 (4), MPGU 415 (2), MPGU 416 (3), MPGU 426a (3), MPGU 428ab (6), MPGU 458 (2) 44

MPKS 250ab 4 MUCO 132ab (4), MUCO 133ab (6),


MUEN 326 (6) 6Ensemble electives 4MUHL 231 (3), MUHL 232 (3),

MUHL 331 (3), MUHL 332 (3) 12Electives 4Junior recital 0Senior recital 0


Bachelor of Music in Performance(Harpsichord) or (Piano)Entrance Requirements for Piano MajorApplicants in piano must submit theThornton School of Music SupplementaryApplication, a statement of objectives,resume and repertoire list. A performanceaudition is also required for which three soloselections, each from a different stylistic peri-od of music, should be prepared. If any of theselections are taken from a multi-movementsonata or concerto, applicants need only pre-pare one movement of the piece. Althoughlive auditions are strongly encouraged, arecent, high-fidelity audio or CD recordingmay be submitted in lieu of a live audition ifnecessary by applicants living a distancegreater than 200 miles from the USC campus.

Entrance Requirements for Harpsichord MajorApplicants in harpsichord must submit theThornton School of Music SupplementaryApplication, a statement of objectives,resume and repertoire list. A performanceaudition is also required. Applicants areencouraged to contact the Department ofKeyboard Studies for information regardingcurrent audition requirements.

CURRICULUM REQUIREMENTS FOR

HARPSICHORD OR PIANO UNITS

General education 6 coursesWriting 2 coursesMPKS 153P or HC (4), MPKS 253P or HC (4),

MPKS 353P or HC (4), MPKS 453P or HC (4), MPKS 160ab (4),MPKS 170ab (2), MPKS 228 (2), MPKS 260ab (4), MPKS 360ab (4), MPKS 431ab (4), MPKS 472ab (4), MPKS 481 (2) 42

MUCD 340 (2) or MUCD 343 (2) 2

MUCO 132ab (4), MUCO 133ab (6), MUCO 232ab (4), MUCO 233ab (6), MUCO 338x (2) 22

MUEN 328 (4) 4Large ensemble* 4MUHL 231 (3), MUHL 232 (3),

MUHL 331 (3), MUHL 332 (3) 12Electives 14Senior recital 0



Bachelor of Music in Performance (Organ)Entrance RequirementsApplicants must submit the Thornton Schoolof Music Supplementary Application, a state-ment of objectives, resume and repertoire list.A performance audition is also required forwhich three or more selections from variousstylistic periods of the standard organ literatureshould be prepared.


General education 6 coursesWriting 2 coursesMPKS 153OR (4), MPKS 253OR (4),

MPKS 353OR (4), MPKS 453OR (4), MPKS 160ab (4), MPKS 260ab (4) 24

MUCO 132ab (4), MUCO 133ab (6), MUCO 232ab (4), MUCO 233ab (6), MUCO 338x (2)2 2

MUCD 340 (2), MUCD 343 (2) 4Large ensemble* 4Ensemble electives 2MUHL 231 (3), MUHL 232 (3),

MUHL 331 (3), MUHL 332 (3) 12Electives in music 21Electives 11Senior recital 0



Bachelor of Music in Performance (Violin),(Viola), (Violoncello), (Double Bass) or (Harp)Entrance Requirements (Violin), (Viola),(Violoncello), (Double Bass) or (Harp)Applicants must submit the Thornton Schoolof Music Supplementary Application, a state-ment of objectives, resume and repertoirelist. A performance audition is also requiredfor which three selections, representing vari-ous stylistic periods of music, should be pre-pared. These selections should be full-lengthpieces from the standard solo literature,although excerpts from ensemble literaturemay also be included in addition to solos. If

any of the selections is taken from a multi-movement sonata or concerto, applicantsneed only prepare one movement of thepiece. In some cases, applicants may also beasked to play various three-octave scales andarpeggios as well. A recent video recordingmay be submitted in lieu of a live audition ifnecessary.

CURRICULUM REQUIREMENTS FOR VIOLIN,

VIOLA AND VIOLONCELLO MAJORS UNITS

General education 6 coursesWriting 2 coursesForeign language 2 coursesMPKS 250ab (4), MPKS 350ab (4),

MPKS 481 (2) 10MPST 153 (4), MPST 253 (4), MPST 353 (4),

MPST 453 (4), MPST 471ab (4), MPST 472 (4) 24

MUCD 343 2MUCO 132ab (4), MUCO 133ab (6),



MUHL 331 (3), MUHL 332 (3) 12Electives** 6Junior recital 0Senior recital 0


*Required each semester in residence.

**Violin majors are required to take MPST 301VL (2)as 2 units of the 6-unit elective requirement.

CURRICULUM REQUIREMENTS

FOR DOUBLE BASS MAJORS UNITS



MPST 453 (4), MPST 262 (4), MPST 462 (4), MPST 472 (4) 28


MUCD 343 2MUEN 327 (4) 4Large ensemble* 8MUHL 231 (3), MUHL 232 (3),




CURRICULUM REQUIREMENTS

FOR HARP MAJORS UNITS



MPST 453 (4), MPST 263 (4), MPST 463 (4) 24







Bachelor of Music in Performance (Vocal Arts)Entrance RequirementsApplicants must submit the Thornton Schoolof Music Supplementary Application, a state-ment of objectives, resume and repertoirelist. A performance audition is also requiredfor which two selections of contrasting stylesfrom the standard solo voice literature shouldbe prepared for the audition. Applicants areencouraged to prepare at least one of theseselections in a foreign language. A recentvideo recording may be submitted in lieu ofa live audition if necessary.


General education 6 coursesWriting 2 coursesForeign language 4 coursesFREN 120 (4), GERM 101 (4), ITAL 120 (4); FREN 150 (4) or GERM 102 (4) or ITAL 150 (4)MPKS 250ab (4), MPKS 350ab (4) 8MPVA 153VO (4), MPVA 203ab (4),

MPVA 253VO (4), MPVA 301VC (3),MPVA 353VO (4), MPVA 453VO (4), MPVA 404 (2), MPVA 438 (2), MPVA 439 (2), MPVA 442ab (4), MPVA 479 (4) 37


MUCO 232ab (4), MUCO 233ab (6) 20

Large ensemble* 4Ensemble electives 2MUHL 231 (3), MUHL 232 (3),




Bachelor of Music in Performance (Flute),(Oboe), (Clarinet), (Bassoon), (Saxophone),(French Horn), (Trumpet), (Trombone),(Tuba) or (Percussion)Entrance RequirementsApplicants must submit the Thornton Schoolof Music Supplementary Application, a state-ment of objectives, resume and repertoire list.A performance audition is also required. Forflute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, saxophone,french horn, trumpet, trombone, and tubathree selections, representing various stylisticperiod of music, should be prepared for theaudition. These selections should be full-length pieces from the standard solo litera-ture, although excerpts from ensemble lit-erature may also be included. If any of theselections are taken from a multi-movementsonata or concerto, applicants need only pre-pare one movement of the piece. In addition,applicants should be prepared to play stan-dard etudes of their choice as well as variousscales and arpeggios. A recent, high-fidelityrecording may be submitted in lieu of a liveaudition if necessary. For percussion a sub-stantial marimba work, one or two snare drumsolos or etudes and a timpani etude should beprepared for the audition. Other skills, suchas sight-reading, will be evaluated as part ofthe audition as well. Although a live auditionis preferred for percussion, a recent videorecording may be submitted if necessary.


General education 6 coursesWriting 2 coursesMPKS 250ab 4MPWP 153 (4), MPWP 253 (4),

MPWP 353 (4), MPWP 453 (4), MPWP 252 (4), MPWP 452 (4) 24

MUCD 343 (2), MUCD 340 (2) or 443 (2) 4


MUEN 323 (8)* 8MUEN 325 (8)* 8MUHL 231 (3), MUHL 232 (3),




Bachelor of Music in the Music IndustryEntrance RequirementsApplicants must submit the Thornton Schoolof Music Supplementary Application, a state-ment of objectives, resume and repertoirelist. A performance audition according to therequirements of the department of the appli-cant’s primary instrument or voice is alsorequired.


General education 6 coursesWriting 2 coursesMathematics requirement: MATH 040x Basic Mathematical Skills or placement examIndividual instruction 301 (14) 14MPKS 250ab 4MUCD 340 (2) or MUCD 343 (2) 2MUCO 132ab (4), MUCO 133ab (6),

MUCO 232ab (4), MUCO 233ab (6) 20MUHL 231 (3), MUHL 232 (3),

MUHL 331 (3), MUHL 332 (3) 12MUIN 270 (4), MUIN 280 (4),

MUIN 360 (4), MUIN 450 (8) 20Three courses from the following:

MUIN 370 (4), MUIN 385 (4), MUIN 425 (4), MUIN 430 (4), MUIN 435 (4), MUIN 440 (4), MUIN 443 (4), MUIN 445 (4), MUIN 447 (4) 12

Recording Arts requirements:MUIN 275ab (8) and 4 units from the following:

MUIN 442 (2), MUIN 477 (2),MUIN 478 (2), or MUIN 494 (4) 12

Electives 4

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Bachelor of Science in Jazz StudiesEntrance RequirementsApplicants must submit the Thornton Schoolof Music Supplementary Application, a state-ment of objectives, resume and repertoire list.A performance audition is also required, forwhich three to five selections of contrastingstyles, taken from standard solo jazz literature,should be prepared on the applicant’s primaryinstrument. Two of these selections must beJoy Spring and All the Things You Are. Leadtrumpet players may also include excerptsfrom ensemble literature or standard exercisesand may perform a lead trumpet part with theoriginal recording. Drummers should performa snare drum etude or rudimental snare drumsolo, as well as a standard jazz tune on drumset(playing the melody, the form and a solo),must be able to play swing, bebop, latin andfunk or rock, and must demonstrate the use ofbrushes on drumset. All applicants must beprepared to demonstrate skills in jazz improvi-sation and sight-reading. Most applicants will


also be asked to sit for a written examinationconsisting of listening to excerpts, basic jazztheory and jazz history. Though applicants arestrongly encouraged to perform a live audition,a recent video recording may be submitted inlieu of a live audition if necessary.


General Education 6 coursesWriting 2 coursesLarge ensemble 2MPKS 250a 2MUCO 132ab (4), MUCO 133ab (6) 10MUEA 474abx 4MUEN 329 4MUEN 332 4MUHL 331 (3), MUHL 332 (3) 6MUIN 270 (4), MUIN 280 (4),

MUIN 360 (4) 12Three courses from the following:

MUIN 370 (4), MUIN 385 (4), MUIN 425 (4), MUIN 430 (4) MUIN 435 (4), MUIN 440 (4), MUIN 443 (4), MUIN 445 (4), MUIN 447 (4) 12

MUJZ 153 (2), MUJZ 180 (4), MUJZ 200ab (4), MUJZ 253 (2), MUJZ 341 (2) MUJZ 342ab (2), MUJZ 353 (2), MUJZ 453 (2), MUJZ 486 (2) 22



Bachelor of Science in the Music IndustryEntrance RequirementsApplicants must submit the Thornton Schoolof Music Supplementary Application, a state-ment of objectives, resume and full academictranscripts. A full academic review will be theprimary consideration for admission to thisprogram. In some cases, a phone or in-personinterview will be requested by the Thorntonadmission office.

General Education RequirementsThe university’s general education programprovides a coherent, integrated introductionto the breadth of knowledge you will need toconsider yourself (and to be considered byother people) a generally well-educated per-son. This program requires six courses in dif-ferent categories, plus writing and diversityrequirements, which are described in detailon pages 183 through 187.

Business-related RequirementsIn addition to the above general educationrequirements, the following courses offeredthrough the Marshall School of Business,the Leventhal School of Accounting and theCollege of Letters, Arts and Sciences arerequired.

ECON 203 1 courseECON 205 1 courseBUAD 215x 1 courseBUAD 307 1 courseACCT 410x 1 courseMATH 117 1 course

6 courses


General education requirements 6 coursesWriting 2 coursesBusiness-related requirements 6 coursesSchool of Music requirements:MUEA 474ax 2MUHL 315x 4MUIN 270 (4), MUIN 280 (4),

MUIN 360 (4), MUIN 450 (8) 20Three courses from the following:

MUIN 370 (4), MUIN 385 (4), MUIN 425 (4), MUIN 430 (4), MUIN 435 (4), MUIN 440 (4), MUIN 443 (4), MUIN 445 (4), MUIN 447 (4) 12

Recording Arts requirements: MUIN 275ab (8) and 8 units from thefollowing: MUIN 291 (2), MUIN 377 (2),MUIN 380 (2), MUIN 389 (2), MUIN 392ab (2-2), MUIN 442 (2), MUIN 446ab (2-2), MUIN 476ab (2-2), MUIN 477 (2), and either MUIN 478 (4) or MUIN 494 (4) 16

MPKS 150ab 4MUCO 101x 2Electives 12

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Bachelor of ArtsTwo B.A. degrees are available, the B.A. witha major in music and the B.A., Humanities,with an emphasis in music. Both are grantedby the College of Letters, Arts and Sciences.

Applicants must submit the Thornton Schoolof Music Supplementary Application, a state-ment of objectives, resume and repertoirelist. A performance audition according to therequirements of the department of the appli-cant’s primary instrument or voice is alsorequired.

General Education RequirementsThe university’s general education programprovides a coherent, integrated introductionto the breadth of knowledge you will needto consider yourself (and to be consideredby other people) a generally well-educatedperson. This program requires six courses indifferent categories, plus writing, foreign lan-guage and diversity requirements, which aredescribed in detail on pages 183 through 187.

Requirements for the B.A. in MusicREQUIRED COURSES UNITS

General education, writing, foreign language, and electives 64

Lower divisionMPKS 250ab 4MUCO 132ab (2-2), MUCO 133ab (3-3),

MUCO 232ab (2-2), MUCO 233ab (3-3) 20MUHL 231 (3), MUHL 232 (3) 6

Upper divisionEnsemble electives 4Individual instruction 301 6MUCO 338x 2MUHL 302 (4), MUHL 331 (3),

MUHL 332 (3) 10Music electives 12


Requirements for the B.A., Humanities, with anEmphasis in MusicREQUIRED COURSES UNITS

General education, writing, foreign language,and electives 60

Lower divisionMPKS 250ab 4MUCO 132ab (2-2), MUCO 133ab (3-3),

MUCO 232ab (2-2), MUCO 233ab (3-3) 20

Upper DivisionEnsemble electives 4Individual instruction 301 4Music electives 20Humanities or music electives 16




Minors in Music

Minor in Music RecordingA minor in music recording is offered forundergraduate students to provide them withthe background necessary to enter the fieldof recording engineering and to familiarizethem with the design needs of recordingequipment. The minor is not available toB.S. music majors or to B.M. electroacousticmedia or music industry majors.

PrerequisiteAcceptance into the program will require apersonal interview by the Thornton Schoolof Music to assure that the student has suffi-cient musical background and skill.

Students admitted to this minor will beexpected to have a minimum GPA of 3.0 andto maintain that average with no grade lowerthan a “C” for all courses taken in the minor.

REQUIRED COURSES UNITS

MUIN 275ab Recording Arts Workshop 8MUIN 286 Record Production

Management 2MUIN 291 The Mixing Console 2MUIN 380 Tape and Tape

Recorders 2MUIN 389 Digital Equipment and

Recording 2MUIN 392a Acoustics and Speaker

Design 2MUIN 477 Remote Recording

Techniques 2MUIN 478 Advanced Multichannel

Remix 2MUIN 493 Audio Signal Processing

Equipment 2

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Minor in Music IndustryA minor in the music industry is offered forundergraduate students to provide them withthe background necessary to enter variedfields in the music business and to familiarizethem with standard practices and procedures.A minimum of 24 units is required for com-pletion of this minor. The minor is not avail-able to B.S. music majors to to B.M. electro-acoustic media majors.

PrerequisiteAcceptance into the program will require apersonal interview by the Thornton School ofMusic.

Students admitted to this minor will beexpected to have a minimum GPA of 3.0 andto maintain that average with no grade lowerthan a “C” for all courses taken in the minor.


MUIN 270 Introduction to the Music Industry 4

MUIN 280 Communications in theMusic Industry 4

MUIN 360 Introduction to Music Law 4

Three courses from the following:MUIN 370 Distribution of Recorded

Music and Music Publishing 4

MUIN 385 Radio in the Music Industry 4

MUIN 425 Live Music Production and Promotion 4

MUIN 430 Artist Management and Development 4

MUIN 435 Manufacture andDistribution of Musical Products 4

MUIN 440 Arts Management 4MUIN 443 Supervision of Music

for Television and Film 4MUIN 447 Radio Management 4

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Minor in Jazz StudiesThis 26-unit minor program in jazz studiesincorporates course work in individualinstruction, the history of jazz masters, tech-niques of jazz improvisation, jazz styles analy-sis, and aural skills for improvisers. Theminor is not available to B.M. majors.

Requirements for admission are: GPA peruniversity regulations, freshman standing andan audition.


MUEN 305 Vocal Jazz Ensemble, orMUEN 329 Jazz Ensemble 2MUJZ 486 Jazz Masters from

World War II to the Present 2

MUJZ 180 Techniques of JazzImprovisation 4

MUJZ 200ab Jazz Styles Analysis 4MUJZ 301 Individual Instruction 6MUJZ 342ab Aural Skills for

improvisers 2Electives in Jazz 300-499 6

Total units 26

Minor in Musical TheatreThe minor in musical theatre, interdiscipli-nary in nature, is a 27-unit program incorpo-rating the study of acting, dance or move-ment, vocal arts and related musical subjects.Admission to the minor requires an auditionfor music but not for theatre.

For students majoring in theatre or anothernon-music discipline.REQUIRED COURSES UNITS

MUSC 400 The Broadway Musical: Reflection of American Diversity, Issues, and Experiences 4

MPGU 125 Beginning Fingerstyle/Chord Guitar, and

MPGU 126 Easy Fingerstyle Beatles, orMPKS 150ab Beginning Piano, orMUED 330x Fundamentals of Music 4MPVA 301 Individual Instruction (6)orMPVA 141 Class Voice (2), orMPVA 241 Intermediate Class

Voice (2), andMPVA 301 Individual Instruction (4) 6MPVA 402* Musical Theatre

Workshop 82 units to be selected from:THTR 181-189, orTHTR 216 Movement for Actors, orTHTR 316 Advanced Movement

for Actors 2THTR 343 Musical Theatre Audition 3

Total units 27

*2 units of MPVA 402 may be satisfied by taking THTR397 Theatre Practicum I.

For students majoring in music performance(vocal arts):REQUIRED COURSES UNITS

MPVA 402* Musical Theatre Workshop 8

MUSC 400 The Broadway Musical: Reflection of American Diversity, Issues, and Experiences 4

THTR 101 Introduction to Acting 4THTR 343 Musical Theatre Audition 32 units to be selected from:THTR 181-189, orTHTR 216 Movement for Actors, orTHTR 316 Advanced Movement

for Actors 26 units to be selected from:THTR 252ab Intermediate Acting I, orTHTR 352ab Intermediate Acting II 6

Total units 27


Graduate Degrees 699

For students majoring in music (non-vocalarts performance):REQUIRED COURSES UNITS

MPVA 301 Individual Instruction 4MPVA 402* Musical Theatre

Workshop 8MUSC 400 The Broadway Musical:

Reflection of American Diversity, Issues, and Experiences 4

THTR 101 Introduction to Acting 4THTR 343 Musical Theatre Audition 32 units to be selected from:THTR 181-189, orTHTR 216 Movement for Actors, orTHTR 316 Advanced Movement

for Actors 2

2 units to be selected from:THTR 252ab Intermediate Acting I, orTHTR 352ab Intermediate Acting II 2

Total units 27


Minor in Musical StudiesThis 26-unit program in musical studies, withan emphasis in performance, incorporates thestudy of music theory, music history, perfor-mance, ensembles and electives. Studentsmay enter the program in their freshmanyear. An audition is required for this minor,which is not available to music majors.


MUEN 300-499 2MUHL 315x Music and Culture 4MPKS 250a Keyboard Instruction I 2Individual Instruction at the 301 level 6MUCO 130abx Basics of Music

Theory 6Music Electives * 6

Total 26

* Must include 4 upper division units.

Minor in Performing Arts StudiesThe minor in Performing Arts provides aninterdisciplinary inquiry into the nature andaesthetics of the performing arts. It combinesthe disciplines of cinema-television, dance,music and theatre. The minor is a uniquecourse of study that looks at how the per-forming arts contribute to a culturally literatesociety. See the School of Theatre section ofthis catalogue, page 811.

Admission-Audition Requirements

Applicants to graduate programs in theThornton School of Music must submit themusic supplementary application in additionto fulfilling all USC graduate admissionrequirements. Applicants to all doctoralprograms, the M.A. in Music History andLiterature and the M.A. in Early Music mustalso submit scores from the general test of theGraduate Record Examinations (GRE). Anyapplicant whose first language is not Englishmust also submit scores from the Test ofEnglish as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). Anytest scores that are more than five years old atthe time of application will not be accepted.

Additional requirements for specific graduateprograms are detailed below.

Choral MusicApplicants must submit the following: a briefresume detailing conducting experience;a statement of objectives; a repertoire listdivided into categories of works sung, worksstudied and works conducted; three letters ofrecommendation; a videotape of both a choralensemble performance and rehearsal con-ducted by the applicant, including choralworks from several periods and styles, with atleast one being a 20th century work. Masterof Music applicants should have a minimumof two years’ experience as the regular con-ductor of a choral ensemble. Doctor ofMusical Arts applicants should have a mini-mum of four years’ experience.

CompositionApplicants must submit the following: threecarefully prepared scores and audio record-ings of recent works; a complete list of allcompositions, including dates and media; astatement of objectives; resume; transcriptsfrom all universities attended. An on-campusinterview with the composition faculty isencouraged but not required. Admission tograduate programs in composition is highlycompetitive and is limited to approximatelysix new students per year.

ConductingApplicants must submit the following: arepertoire list, clearly indicating both worksconducted in rehearsal and those conductedin performance; an unedited videotape fromthe orchestra’s side of the podium, no lessthan 30 minutes in length, of which halfshould be of the applicant in rehearsal; astatement of objectives; three letters of rec-ommendation; resume. Selected applicantswill be invited to present a live audition withthe university. Such applicants will be con-tacted to determine repertoire.

Graduate Degrees


Jazz StudiesApplicants must submit a statement of objec-tives, resume and repertoire list. A performanceaudition is also required, for which three to fiveselections of contrasting styles, taken from thestandard solo jazz literature, should be preparedon the applicant’s primary instrument. Forinstrumentalists, two of these selections mustbe Joy Spring and All the Things You Are; forvocalists, two of these selections must be HowHigh the Moon (medium/up) and Body and Soul(ballad). Lead trumpet players may also includeexcerpts from ensemble literature or standardexercises and may perform a lead trumpet partwith the original recording. Drummers shouldperform a snare drum etude or rudimentalsnare drum solo, as well as a standard jazz tuneon drumset (playing the melody, the form anda solo), must be able to play swing, bebop, latinand funk or rock, and must demonstrate theuse of brushes on drumset. Jazz vocalists shouldmemorize and perform 32 bars of an impro-vised solo from the jazz discography (such asElla Fitzgerald’s solo from Blue Skies, ColemanHawkins’s solo from Body and Soul, etc.). Allapplicants must be prepared to demonstrateskills in jazz improvisation and sight-reading.Most applicants will also be asked to sit for awritten examination consisting of listeningexcerpts, basic jazz theory and jazz history.

Music EducationApplicants must submit the following: aresume listing group teaching experience(one year experience or more for M.M. andM.M.E. applicants, three years’ experience ormore for D.M.A. applicants); brief statementof objectives and professional goals; academictranscripts from all universities attended; writ-ing sample (essay or research abstract on amusic education topic for M.M. and M.M.E.applicants, a copy of the master’s thesis orwritten project on a music education topic forD.M.A. applicants); an audition tape, approxi-mately 15 minutes in length, of the applicant’ssolo performance field; three letters ofrecommendation.

Music History and LiteratureApplicants must submit the following: a state-ment of objectives and professional goals; aca-demic transcripts from all universities attend-ed; three letters of recommendation; writingsample (one or two historical or analyticalterm papers for M.A. applicants, a copy of themaster’s thesis for Ph.D. applicants). If a the-sis was not required for the applicant’s mas-ter’s degree, one or two historical or analyticalterm papers may be submitted.

PerformanceA performance audition is required for allapplicants for admission to a performancemajor. In the case of some programs, addi-tional materials are also required. These vari-ous requirements are detailed below.

Early Music PerformanceApplicants must submit the following: a state-ment of objectives and professional goals;resume; repertoire list; academic transcriptsfrom all universities attended; at least onemusic history term paper; three letters of rec-ommendation. An audition is also required, forwhich instrumentalists should prepare three ormore selections from the Renaissance and/orBaroque literature, performed on historicalinstruments, and vocalists should preparethree or more selections from the Renaissanceand/or Baroque literature with at least oneexample of Italian early Baroque music.

Guitar PerformanceApplicants must submit a statement of objec-tives, resume and repertoire list, as well asperform an audition, for which 20 minutes ofcontrasting solo and/or ensemble pieces fromthe classical guitar or studio/jazz literatureshould be prepared.

Harpsichord PerformanceApplicants must submit a statement of objec-tives, resume and repertoire list, as well asperform an audition, for which several repre-sentative solo works should be prepared.Applicants are encouraged to contact the key-board studies office for information on specif-ic audition requirements.

Keyboard Collaborative ArtsApplicants must submit a statement of objec-tives, resume and repertoire list. An audition,consisting of two sections, is also required.The piano solo section should include twopiano solos, performed from memory fromcontrasting stylistic periods. The collaborativesection should include two complete instru-mental sonatas, four songs from contrastingstylistic periods and one aria, all performedwith music. The collaborative repertoire mustbe selected from an approved list, availablefrom the collaborative arts office. Applicantswill be tested on sight-reading and may beasked to demonstrate skills in diction andtranslation.

Organ PerformanceApplicants must submit a statement of objec-tives, resume and repertoire list. An auditionis also required for which three or more selec-tions from various stylistic periods of thestandard organ literature should be prepared.

Piano PerformanceApplicants must submit a statement of objec-tives, resume and repertoire list. A perfor-mance audition is also required. For the audi-tion, M.M. applicants should prepare threesolo selections, each from a different stylisticperiod of music, plus one standard etude;D.M.A. applicants should prepare four soloselections, each from a different stylistic peri-od of music, plus one standard etude for theaudition.

String Instrument PerformanceApplicants must submit a statement of objec-tives, resume and repertoire list. A perfor-mance audition is also required. For the audi-tion, M.M. applicants should prepare threeor more selections from the standard litera-ture, representing various stylistic periods ofmusic; D.M.A. applicants should prepare afull concerto, one complete solo Bach work,one Romantic sonata and either a 20th cen-tury piece or a virtuoso piece. All harp appli-cants are encouraged to contact the harpprofessor for specific audition requirements.

Vocal ArtsApplicants must submit a statement of objec-tives, resume and repertoire list. A perfor-mance audition is also required, for whichfive or more selections of contrasting stylesshould be prepared. These selections shouldbe memorized and demonstrate diction facili-ty in two or more foreign languages. At leastone operatic aria must be included.

Wind or Percussion InstrumentApplicants must submit a statement of objec-tives, resume and repertoire list. A perfor-mance audition is also required. For flute,oboe, clarinet, bassoon, saxophone, frenchhorn, trumpet, trombone, and tuba threeselections, representing various stylistic peri-ods of music, should be prepared for the audi-tion. These selections should be full-lengthpieces from the standard solo literature,although excerpts from ensemble literaturemay also be included. If any of the selectionsare taken from a multi-movement sonata orconcerto, applicants need only prepare onemovement of the piece. In addition, appli-cants should be prepared to play standardetudes of their choice as well as various scalesand arpeggios. Percussion applicants areencouraged to contact the percussion profes-sor for specific audition requirements.

Sacred MusicApplicants must submit the following: a briefresume detailing conducting experience; astatement of objectives; a repertoire listdivided into categories of works sung, worksstudied and works conducted; three letters ofrecommendation; a videotape of both a choralensemble performance and rehearsal con-ducted by the applicant, including choralworks from several periods and styles, with atleast one being a 20th century work. In addi-tion to the conducting audition tape, an indi-vidual performance cassette tape or CD invoice, piano or organ may be submitted.Master of Music applicants should have aminimum of two years’ experience as the reg-ular conductor of a choral ensemble. Doctorof Musical Arts applicants should have a min-imum of four years’ experience.

Unit and Grade RequirementsThirty units of graduate work are required; aminimum of 15 units (excluding thesis) mustbe at the 500 level or higher. All studentsmust satisfy the special requirements of theirmajor department (see departmental advisor).Students must complete at least 26 semesterunits at USC, including the thesis or recital.A grade point average of not less than 3.0 (A= 4.0) is required for all graduate courses inmusic, and a grade of B or higher is requiredfor all courses in the major department.Students who transfer credits must achievethis average on all combined transferred andresidence units.

Transferred CreditsAll credits transferred must be the equivalentof corresponding current work at USC. Trans-fer work must have been completed withinseven years from the date of admission to amaster’s degree program to be applied towardthat degree. Transfer credit petitions must befiled with the appropriate faculty chair andthe chair’s decision made no later than theend of the first year in either the master’s ordoctoral program.

Time LimitThe time limit for completing the Masterof Music degree is five years. Progress ismeasured from the beginning of the firstcourse at USC applied toward the degree.Extensions will be granted by petition to theThornton School for only the most compell-ing reasons.

Thesis Requirements and GuidanceCommitteesA thesis is required of candidates for theMaster of Music degree in composition andmusic education. For composition majors, itwill consist of a work in three or more move-ments for four or more instruments; for musiceducation majors, the thesis will consist ofa research document written on a topicapproved by the music education depart-ment. Before registering for 594a Thesis, astudent must choose a guidance committeecomposed of three regular faculty, approvedby the department chair, of which at leasttwo come from the home department. Thechair of the guidance committee directlysupervises the preparation of the thesis, thefinal acceptance of which is based upon theunanimous recommendation of all threemembers of the committee.

Master’s RecitalAt least one public recital is required of allcandidates for the Master of Music degreewith a major in choral music, composition,harpsichord, organ, strings or vocal arts. Twopublic recitals are required for majors in

conducting, guitar, jazz studies, keyboard col-laborative arts, wind and percussion instru-ments, and piano. Candidates should apply atthe Music Operations Office for recital dates.Some departments require that a candidatebe prepared to play or conduct the programfor the approval of a faculty committee inadvance of the recital.

Students majoring in conducting may com-plete the recital requirements with a formalpublic recital or with special projects assigned,approved and attended by faculty from theconducting department, who also judge theacceptability of all such performances.

Comprehensive ReviewCandidates for the Master of Music mustpass a comprehensive review toward the endof their course of study. This review, whichis administered by the faculty of the majordepartment, consists of an oral or writtenexamination or a specially designated course;it will cover relevant aspects of musical per-formance, literature and technique.

Master of Music in Choral MusicPrerequisiteApplicants must hold a Bachelor of Musicdegree or its equivalent. Completed coursework must include at least the following:Conducting MUCD 340, MUCD 343 andMUCD 441; Music History and LiteratureMUHL 331 and MUHL 332; Theory andComposition MUCO 232b, MUCO 233b andMUCO 338x. One year of German or Frenchis strongly recommended. Applicants musthave attained senior standing in a principalperformance medium.

Keyboard ProficiencyA keyboard proficiency test will be given bythe choral faculty during the student’s firstsemester in residence to determine if addi-tional study in keyboard is required.

Final Oral ExaminationA final oral examination in choral literature,conducting and rehearsal techniques will beadministered by the choral music faculty.


MUCM 440 (2), MUCM 541 (2), MUCM 542 (2), MUCM 543 (2), MUCM 590 (2) 10

MUCD 443 (2), MUCD 541 (6) 8Ensemble 2MUHL 570 (2), electives at 500 level (4) 6MPVA 439 (2), MPVA 501VO (2) 4Graduate recital 0Comprehensive review 0

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Master of Music in Sacred MusicPrerequisiteApplicants must hold a Bachelor of Musicdegree or its equivalent. Completed coursework must include at least the following:Conducting MUCD 340, MUCD 343 andMUCD 441; Music History and LiteratureMUHL 331 and MUHL 332; Theory andComposition MUCO 232b, MUCO 233b andMUCO 338x. One year of German or Frenchis strongly recommended. Applicants musthave attained senior standing in a principalperformance medium.

Keyboard and Voice ProficiencyProficiency tests in keyboard and voice willbe given by the choral and sacred music fac-ulty during the student’s first semester in res-idence to determine if additional study ineither medium is required.

Final Oral ExaminationA final oral examination in sacred music andrelated areas will be administered by thesacred and choral music faculty.


MUCM 440 (2), MUCM 541 (2), MUCM 542 (2) 6

MUCH 473 (2), MUCH 570 (2), MUCH 571 (2), MUCH 572 (2), MUCH 590 (2) 10

MUCH 474 or MPVA 439 2MUCD 541 4Ensemble 2MUHL 570 (2), electives at the

500 level (2) 4MPKS 501 (PI or OR) or

MPVA 501 2Graduate recital or project 0Comprehensive review 0

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Master of Music in CompositionPrerequisiteThe applicant must hold a Bachelor of Musicdegree with a major in composition or theory.


Ensemble 2MUHL 570 (2), MUHL 578 (2), electives

at the 500 level (4) 8Individual instruction 501 in any

performance medium 4MUCO 537 (8), MUCO 592 (2),

MUCO 594ab (4) 14Electives 2Graduate recital 0Comprehensive review 0

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Master of Music


Master of Music in ConductingPrerequisiteThe applicant must hold a bachelor’s degreewith a music major and have at least one yearof experience conducting an orchestra.


MUCD 550 (8) 8Ensemble (preferably chamber music) 4MUHL 570 (2), MUHL 575 (2),

MUHL 591 (2) 6One course from MUHL 573 (2),

MUHL 574 (2), MUHL 576 (2), MUHL 577 (2) or MUHL 578 (2) 2

MUCO 501 (2), MUCO 502 (2) 4Electives 6Two graduate recitals 0Comprehensive review 0

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Master of Music in Jazz StudiesPrerequisiteThe applicant must hold a Bachelor of Musicdegree with a major in jazz studies or itsequivalent.


MUEN 505 or MUEN 529 (4), MUEN 532 (4) 8

MUHL 570 (2), MUHL 578 (2), MUHL electives at the 500 level (2) 6

MUJZ 443 (2) or MUJZ 545 (2) 2MUJZ 547 (2), MUJZ 553 (8) 10Electives 4Two graduate recitals 0Comprehensive review 0

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Master of Music in Music EducationPrerequisiteThe applicant must hold a Bachelor of Musicdegree with a major in music education andhave one year of teaching experience beyondsupervised student teaching.


Ensemble 2MUHL 570 (2), MUHL electives at

the 500 level (6) 8MUED 500 (2), MUED 594ab (4),

electives (4) 10MUED 502 (2) or MUED 503 (2)

or MUED 505 (2) 2Individual instruction (organ, piano, string

instrument, vocal arts, or wind or percussion instrument) 4

Electives in music or education 4Comprehensive review 0

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Master of Music in Performance (KeyboardCollaborative Arts)PrerequisiteApplicants must hold the Bachelor of Musicdegree with a major in piano or keyboard col-laborative arts or equivalent background asdetermined by the collaborative arts faculty.


MUHL 570 (2), MUHL 578 (2), MUHL electives at the 500 level (4) 8

MPKS 481 (2), 553CP (8), 560 (2), 561 (2) 14

Electives in music which should include MPVA 442 and MPVA 479 if comparable courses have not been taken previously 8

Two graduate recitals, one with voice(s), the other with instrument(s) 0

Comprehensive review 0

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Master of Music in Performance (ClassicalGuitar)PrerequisiteThe applicant must hold a bachelor’s degreewith a major in music with guitar as the prin-cipal instrument.


MUEN 526 (2), electives (2) 4MUHL 570 (2), MUHL 578 (2),

MUHL electives at the 500 level (2) 6MPGU 427 (3), MPGU 553CG (8),

MPGU 557 (4) 15MPKS 481 (2) 2Electives 3Two graduate recitals 0Comprehensive review 0

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Master of Music in Performance (StudioGuitar)PrerequisiteThe applicant must hold a bachelor’s degreewith a major in music with guitar as the prin-cipal instrument.


MUEN 526 (2), electives (2) 4MUHL 570 (2), MUHL 578 (2),

MUHL electives at the 500 level (2) 6MPGU 553SG (8), MPGU 558 (4) 12Music electives 4Electives 4Two graduate recitals 0Comprehensive review 0

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Master of Music in Performance(Harpsichord)PrerequisiteThe applicant must hold a Bachelor of Musicdegree with a major in harpsichord or inanother keyboard instrument.


Ensemble 2MUHL 570 (2), MUHL 578 (2),

MUHL electives at the 500 level (4) 8MPKS 481 (2), MPKS 553HC (8) 10Music electives (at least two from the 500 level) 6Electives 4Graduate recital 0Comprehensive review 0

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Master of Music in Performance (Organ)PrerequisiteThe applicant must hold a Bachelor of Musicdegree with a major in organ or equivalent.


Ensemble 2MUHL 570 (2), MUHL 578 (2), MUHL electives at the 500 level (4) 8MPKS 481 (2), MPKS 553OR (8) 10Music electives (at least two from

the 500 level) 6Electives 4Graduate recital 0Comprehensive review 0

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Master of Music in Performance (Piano)PrerequisiteThe applicant must hold a Bachelor of Musicdegree in piano or equivalent.


Ensemble 2MUHL 570 (2), MUHL electives

at 500 level (6) 8MPKS 553P (8), MPKS 450a (2),

MPKS 520 (6) 16Electives 4Two graduate recitals 0Comprehensive review 0

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Master of Music in Performance (Violin),(Viola), (Violoncello), (Double Bass) or (Harp)PrerequisiteThe applicant must hold a Bachelor of Musicdegree with a major in a string instrument orequivalent.


MUCD 443 2Ensemble 527 (2), electives (2) 4MUHL 570 (2), MUHL 578 (2),

MUHL electives at the 500 level (4) 8MPKS 481 2MPST 553 (8) 8Music electives (at least two from

the 500 level) 6Graduate recital 0Comprehensive review 0

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Master of Music in Performance (Vocal Arts)PrerequisiteThe applicant must hold a Bachelor of Musicdegree with a major in vocal arts from USC oranother university. Students who have not hadformal training in foreign language, diction,vocal pedagogy, acting for singers, song litera-ture and in Italian, French or German lan-guages must show competency in these areasthrough examination or complete appropriatecourse work with a grade of B or higher.


Ensemble 2MUHL 570 (2), electives at 500 level (2) 4MPVA 443 (2), MPVA 540 (2), MPVA 541 (2),

MPVA 553VO (8) 14Electives in music (400 or 500 level) 5Electives 5Final examination 0Graduate recital 0Comprehensive review 0

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Comprehensive ReviewA qualifying examination in vocal pedagogy,art song and oratorio literature and dictionwill be administered by the vocal arts faculty.Students are required to write extensive pro-gram notes for the degree recital.

USC OperaUSC Opera is an integral part of the VocalArts Department, providing career develop-ment opportunities for singers, coach/pianists,conductors and directors. The programincludes instruction in opera history and liter-ature, coaching techniques, stage direction,body movement for singers, stage training,role study and analysis.

The opera workshop is a repertory experi-ence involving preparation and performanceof operatic works and excerpts for perfor-mance both on and off the USC campus.

Master of Music in Performance (Flute),(Oboe), (Clarinet), (Bassoon), (Saxophone),(French Horn), (Trumpet), (Trombone),(Tuba) or (Percussion)PrerequisiteThe applicant must hold a Bachelor of Musicdegree with a major in a wind instrument orpercussion or equivalent.


MUCD 443 2MUEN 525 (4), large ensemble (4) 8MUHL 570 (2), MUHL 578 (2),

MUHL electives at the 500 level (4) 8MPWP 481 or MPWP 482 (2),

MPWP 551 (2), MPWP 553 (8) 12Two graduate recitalsComprehensive review 0

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Master of Music Education

PrerequisitesThe applicant must hold a Bachelor of Musicdegree or its equivalent, with a minimumundergraduate grade point average of 3.0.

Additional RequirementsCandidates must complete the equivalent ofat least one year of full-time teaching priorto completion of the degree. Thirty units ofgraduate work are required; a minimum of15 units must be taken at the 500 level orhigher. Students must complete at least26 units at USC, including MUED 592 FinalProject. A grade point average of not lessthan 3.0 (A = 4.0) is required of all graduatecourses in music, and a grade of B or higher isrequired for all courses in music education.Students who transfer credit must achievethis average on all combined transfer or resi-dence units.

Candidates whose undergraduate degrees arenot from USC must achieve passing scores ortake assigned course work in all areas of theUSC Music Graduate Entrance Examina-tions. The complete battery of examinationsmust be taken at the time the candidate reg-isters for the first graduate course.

Candidates other than USC graduates maynot enroll in 500-level music history coursesor 400-level conducting, theory, or composi-tion courses without having passed the appro-priate sections of the Music GraduateEntrance Examinations.

The culmination of the degree will consist of acreative project developed under the guidanceof a member of the music education faculty.Projects must be reported in written form butneed not be limited to traditional writtenmaterial. Candidates may produce, design,

arrange or implement innovative ideas, materi-als or curricula for specific application inschool or community musical settings.

Transferred CreditsUp to 4 units of graduate credit of B (3.0) orhigher may be transferred. Courses must bethe equivalent of corresponding current workat USC.


MUED 500 (2), MUED 592 (2) 4MUED 502 (2) or MUED 503 (2) or

MUED 505 (2) 2Electives in music education 6Electives in music 6Electives 12Comprehensive review 0

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This degree is under the jurisdiction of theGraduate School. Students should also referto the Graduate School section of this cata-logue for general regulations, page 601.

Departmental RequirementsApplicants will be evaluated on the basis ofscores on the Graduate Record Examinations,transcripts of previous college courses, aresearch paper and letters of reference.

Regular (classified) standing is achievedwhen the general test of the GraduateRecord Examinations has been taken, andwhen the Music Graduate Entrance Exami-nations have been completed satisfactorily.Remedial course work, if recommended, maybe substituted for repetition of examinations.

Language RequirementStudents are required to demonstrate a read-ing knowledge by passing an examination inone foreign language chosen by the studentfrom among French, German, Italian orLatin. This requirement must be passedprior to the comprehensive examination.

PrerequisitesApplicants should have an undergraduatedegree with a major in music or the equiva-lent, and a substantial background in lan-guages, arts and letters.

Degree Requirements for the Music Historyand Literature EmphasisREQUIREMENTS UNITS

MUHL 570 2MUHL courses numbered 600-699 6Courses in history, language, literature

or the arts other than music 8Courses drawn from: MUHL 500-699,

MUCO 501 and MUCO 502 8Electives 6

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Degree Requirements for the Early MusicPerformance EmphasisREQUIREMENTS UNITS

MUEN 550 3MUHL 570 (2), MUHL 572 (3),

MUHL 574 (2), MUHL 575 (2), MUHL 589 (2), MUHL 591 (2), MUHL 594ab (2-2), 17

MPEM 450 (2), MPEM 553 (5) 7Elective in music 2Electives in letters, arts and sciences 4

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The thesis will include the planning, research,preparation and leadership of a full-length pro-gram in early music. This practical work willbe supported by a written essay that deals,as appropriate, with historical data sources,authentic performance practices and a stylisticassessment of the repertoire that is performed.In lieu of a comprehensive examination, can-didates for the Early Music PerformanceEmphasis will be required to pass periodicreviews to demonstrate progress.


Master of Arts

Non-Degree Programs

Artist Diploma ProgramThis program is designed for young artists ofexceptional ability and musical sensitivitywho plan careers as solo performers. TheArtist Diploma Program provides youngartists with the opportunity to devote theirfull time to concentrated study and practicefor the duration of their assigned programs.

Entrance RequirementsFollowing the recommendation of the stu-dent’s major department, a performance audi-tion, consisting of a full-length recital beforethe Artist Diploma Committee, is required.

Curriculum RequirementsA minimum of 16 units at the 754 level (fromMPEM, MPGU, MPKS, MPST, MPVA orMPWP) and four full-length recitals arerequired.

Graduate Certificate Program inPerformanceThis graduate-level program is designed forstudents who have completed their under-graduate education in music, or its equiva-lent, and intend to concentrate their energieson the full-time development of theirdiscipline.

Entrance RequirementsA performance audition is required withrepertory to be determined by the student’sprimary department.

Curriculum RequirementsThe requirements for this program consist of16 units of Graduate Certificate Performance(4 units per semester of MPEM 554, MPGU554, MPKS 554, MPST 554, MPVA 554,MPWP 554 or MUJZ 554). GraduateCertificate Performance encompasses indi-vidual instruction, studio class and twoensembles or the equivalent as appropriate tothe discipline.

Graduate Certificate Program in Scoring forMotion Pictures and TelevisionThis one-year program is designed for stu-dents who hold the Bachelor of Music inComposition or its equivalent.

Entrance Requirements1. Five to eight minutes of music the studenthas composed, recorded on a chrome-tapeaudiocassette (non-Dolby). Send a copy, notthe master. Music should show fluency in anumber of styles. Include a cassette contentssheet which lists title, duration and any addi-tional information concerning the music.

2. A score or sketch for three pieces of musicrecorded on the audiocassette. The preferredscore size is 8.5" x 11" paper.

3. If available, a VHS videocassette of a com-pleted project(s).


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Doctor of Musical Arts

Degree PrerequisitesD.M.A. applicants must complete the appro-priate master of music degree program or itsequivalent.

AdmissionRefer to School of Music Graduate Degrees,Admission Requirements.

Graduate Record ExaminationsScores from the General Test of the GraduateRecord Examinations (GRE) are required forapplication and admission to the Doctor ofMusical Arts degree. Test scores on the GREthat are more than five years old at the timeof application are not accepted.

Graduate Committee InterviewBefore the completion of 16 units beyond themaster’s degree and before permission to pre-sent the second doctoral recital is requested,doctoral students must submit a detailed cur-riculum vitae to the Graduate Committee ofthe School of Music summarizing their back-ground and objectives. The student will beevaluated on musicianship and general aca-demic qualifications, teaching experience andthe validity and quality of creative, literary orperformance projects submitted. The com-mittee determines the student’s continuationin the program, proposed areas of concentra-tion and the guidance committee members.

Course RequirementsEach student is required to prepare four areasof concentration: the major field, an academicfield (chosen from among musicology, theoryand analysis, music education, choral musicor sacred music), and elective areas selectedin consultation with an advisor from two ofthe following: theory or compositional skills(composition, counterpoint, orchestration,band arranging or choral arranging); perfor-mance, early music or jazz studies; musiceducation; sacred or choral music; conduct-ing; performance pedagogy; electroacousticmedia; a field outside of music. The academ-ic field may not duplicate a major or an elec-tive field. Admission to elective and academ-ic fields must be approved by the departmentconcerned, prior to the Graduate Committeeinterview.

The elective and academic fields are support-ed by courses that are determined by thedepartment in which these fields are adminis-tered. Six to 8 units are taken in electivefields; 8 to 12 units in the academic field. Nomore than two of the four fields may be underthe guidance of the same department withinthe School of Music, and at least one of theelective fields must result in a written exami-nation as part of the qualifying examinations.

Required courses for each major curriculumare listed subsequently in this catalogue.Special requirements in any of the four areasof concentration (if any) are determined bythe guidance committee member responsiblefor that area.

A minimum of 65 graduate units beyond thebachelor’s degree are required to completethe degree. Fifty-five or more units must bein music, 12 of these beyond the master’slevel must be in the major. At least 40 ofthese must be at the 500 level or higher. Allcourse work earned under these require-ments for a doctoral degree is considered tobe obsolete after 10 years from the date ofcompletion of such work and may not beused to fulfill degree requirements.

Residence RequirementA minimum of two years of full-time studybeyond the Master of Music degree isrequired for the Doctor of Musical Arts. Atleast one year of full-time study beyond themaster’s degree (8 units or more per semes-ter) must be in residence at USC.

Grade Point Average RequirementsA minimum grade point average of 3.0 (A = 4.0) is required for all graduate courseunits in music. A grade of B or higher isrequired for all courses in the major.

Transfer CreditThe Degree Progress Department in theOffice of Academic Records and Registrardetermines whether course work taken else-where is available for transfer credit. A maxi-mum of 30 units of transfer credit may beapplied toward a doctoral degree in music.Whether such credit is applicable toward aspecific requirement in a major or minor fieldis determined by the chair of the departmentin the School of Music in which the subject istaught, pending approval by the dean of theThornton School of Music. Transfer creditpetitions must be filed with the appropriatefaculty chair and the chair’s decision made nolater than the end of the first year in eitherthe master’s or doctoral program. Transferwork must have been completed within10 years of admission to the D.M.A. programto be applied toward that degree.

Foreign LanguageA reading knowledge of French, German,Italian or Spanish is required of all students.Departments within the Thornton Schoolmay require additional language skills. Alllanguage requirements must be fulfilled onesemester before the qualifying examinationat the latest.

Guidance CommitteeThe guidance committee is composed of atleast five members: two faculty from themajor department, one of whom will serveas chair, and a faculty member from each ofthe three other areas of concentration. Atleast three members of a committee must bedrawn from tenured and tenure-track faculty.

The committee administers the written andoral parts of the qualifying examination. Thecommittee continues to serve until the quali-fying examination has been passed, the dis-sertation topic approved, and the student isadmitted to candidacy. For students in cur-ricula which require recitals, the guidancecommittee serves as the recital committeeand is responsible for the format, content,scheduling, and approval of the requiredperformances.

Qualifying ExaminationThe qualifying examination for the D.M.A. isadministered by the student’s guidance com-mittee. It is comprehensive, partly writtenand partly oral, and designed in part to testthe student’s fitness for independence as aperformer, composer, teacher, researcherand/or scholar. The student must obtain per-mission from the guidance committee to takethe qualifying examination and schedule itat least two months in advance to ensure thecommittee’s availability. The examinationmay be taken either during the final semesterof course work (except dissertation or indi-vidual instruction) or within two semestersimmediately after, provided that all membersof the guidance committee are available toadminister it. In degree programs that requirethe presentation of four major recitals, at leasttwo major recitals must be presented prior tothe administration of the qualifying exami-nation. Qualifying examinations will not bescheduled during summer sessions exceptunder extraordinary circumstances and onlywith the written approval of all guidance com-mittee members. All portions of the examina-tion must be completed within one month.

Written examinations are prepared and readby the guidance committee. All of the stu-dent’s areas of concentration, except perfor-mance, conducting and composition, will becovered in a written examination or compara-ble project. The examination in performance,conducting or composition normally is a pub-lic recital, evaluated by appropriate membersof the guidance committee. If the writtenexamination is judged to be satisfactory, anoral examination is then given. This exami-nation covers in depth topics discussed in thewritten examinations and/or new material,particularly when a recital in one or moreareas of concentration has been presented.

All members of the guidance committeemust be present at the oral examination andrender a judgment on the acceptability ofthe qualifying examinations as a whole. Theexaminations will be reported as passing ifthere is no more than one dissenting vote onthe guidance committee. A student must passboth the written and oral examinations topass the qualifying examination. A pass onthe examination cannot be made contingentupon any form of additional work.

If a student fails the qualifying examination,the guidance committee may permit the stu-dent to repeat it once at a mutually satisfacto-ry time within a period of not less than sixmonths nor more than one year from the dateof the first examination. A student may nottake the qualifying examination more thantwice.

Admission to CandidacyAdmission to candidacy occurs after thestudent has passed the qualifying examina-tion, upon formal action of the dean of theThornton School. The dissertation, treatise,or one final recital must be completed afteradmission to candidacy.

Doctoral DissertationA dissertation based on original investigationis required of candidates in sacred music,composition, and music education, and a trea-tise is required in choral music. Either docu-ment must reveal scholarly ability, technicalmastery, capacity for independent researchand originality in creative thought.

Dissertation CommitteeAfter the guidance committee recommendsadmission to candidacy and approves the dis-sertation or treatise topic, it is reduced tothree members. This smaller committeeguides the student through the completionof the final project. Additional members maybe added at the discretion of the chair of thecommittee if the topic requires specialexpertise.

RegistrationThe student must register in 794 Dissertationeach semester after admission to candidacyuntil degree requirements are completed.Registration for the dissertation in no lessthan two regular term semesters followingadmission to candidacy entitles the candidateto supervision by the dissertation committee.If the dissertation is not completed and acceptedwithin two semesters, the candidate must registerfor 794 each semester thereafter until the documenthas been accepted. No more than 8 units ofcredit in 794 may be accumulated regardlessof the number of semesters the candidatemay be required to register.

A candidate who must withdraw temporarilyfrom registration in 794 for a semester mustformally report this before the beginning ofthat semester to the Office of Student Services,Thornton School of Music, requesting by peti-tion a leave of absence. During a leave ofabsence the candidate will not be entitled toassistance from the guidance committee orto the use of university facilities. A leave ofabsence does not change the candidate’sresponsibility for meeting the time schedulesfor the completion of degree requirements.Leave will be granted only under exceptionalcircumstances.

Format for Theses and DissertationsAll theses and dissertations submitted forrequirements for graduate degrees mustconform to university regulations in formatand method of preparation. See DoctoralDissertation, page 606.

Defense of the DissertationAfter meeting all requirements including thequalifying examination, the candidate mustdefend the dissertation. This defense occursto determine for the committee that thecandidate has attained the stage of scholarlyadvancement and power of investigationdemanded for recommendation to the doctor-ate. While this oral defense is open to the gen-eral university community, only the membersof the dissertation committee have the author-ity to recommend its acceptance or denial.The recommendation must be unanimous.

Departments differ in their ordering of thesefinal steps, some holding the oral defenseprior to approval for final typing, some hold-ing it after the final typing. The followingschedules apply in the two cases.

Defense of the Dissertation Prior to Approval forFinal TypingIn this case a candidate defends the disserta-tion on the basis of an approved preliminarycopy. If the defense is satisfactory, the commit-tee then signs the approval for final typing; ifadditional work is required, the form is leftunsigned until that work has been approved.

At the time the approval for final typingreaches the dean of the Thornton School ofMusic, the candidate submits the typed copyfor the abstract of the dissertation.

The final typewritten copy of the dissertation,together with signed signature sheet andapproval cards, must be presented to theThesis Editor, the Graduate School, GFS 315,at least two weeks prior to the end of thesemester in which the degree is to bereceived. Approval of format and acceptanceby the Graduate School must be presented tothe dean of the Thornton School of Music atleast one week before the end of the semester.

Defense of the Dissertation Subsequent to FinalTypingAt least seven weeks before the scheduleddate of the defense of the dissertation, writ-ten approval for final typing by all membersof the candidate’s dissertation committeemust be filed with the dean of the ThorntonSchool of Music. The typed copy for theabstract of the dissertation is due at this time.

At least five weeks before the date of thefinal oral examination, the original copy ofthe final draft of the dissertation, accompa-nied by a signature sheet and cards ofapproval signed by all members of the disser-tation committee, must be submitted to theThesis Editor for approval. This final draftmust conform to the regulations provided bythe university. See Doctoral Dissertation,page 606.

Abstract of DissertationSince the abstract of the dissertation is pub-lished in Dissertation Abstracts International,it should be written with care and be repre-sentative of the final draft of the dissertation.

Time ScheduleThe D.M.A. is established on the assumptionthat a well-qualified student can complete itin three years of full-time work. If the studentpursues part-time graduate study, or if thefield of graduate work is not that of under-graduate study, more time may be required.

The time limit for completing the Doctor ofMusical Arts degree is eight years. For stu-dents who earned an applicable master’sdegree within five years prior to admission tothe doctoral program, the time limit for com-pleting the Doctor of Musical Arts degreeis six years. Progress is measured from thebeginning of the first course at USC appliedtoward the degree. Extensions will be grant-ed by petition to the Thornton School foronly the most compelling reasons.

Basic D.M.A. CurriculumREQUIRED FOR ALL D.M.A. CANDIDATES UNITS

MUCD 441 (2), MUCD 443 (2) 4MUCO 501 (2), MUCO 502 (2) 4MUED 505 2MUHL 570 2MUHL electives numbered 500

through 695 6Ensemble 2

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Courses with similar content taken for gradu-ate credit in another accredited institutionmay be substituted, subject to departmentalapproval. Master’s degree credit for ensembletaken at USC may fulfill this requirement,subject to departmental approval.



Choral Music MajorA keyboard proficiency test will be given bythe choral faculty during the student’s firstsemester in residence to determine if addi-tional study in keyboard is required.


Basic D.M.A. curriculum 20MUCM 440* (2), MUCM 541* (2),

MUCM 542* (2), MUCM 641 (2), MUCM 643 (4), MUCM 694 (2), MUCM 790 (2) 16

MUCH 571 2MUCD 641 (6), MUCD 653 (2) 8Ensemble (500 level; choral music

majors must participate in a choral ensemble each semester if enrolled for 4 or more units) 2

MPVA 501 (2), MPVA 439 (2) 4MUCO 441 2Electives 11Conduct two principal choral concerts

(at least one of which will include instrumental ensemble) 0

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*May be taken as part of the master’s degree.

Sacred Music MajorProficiency tests in both keyboard and voicewill be given by the choral and sacred musicfaculty during the student’s first semester inresidence to determine if additional study ineither area is required.


Basic D.M.A. curriculum 20MUCM 440* (2), MUCM 541* (2),

MUCM 542* (2), MUCM 641 (2), MUCM 643 (2) 10

MUCH 473* (2), MUCH 474* (2), MUCH 570 (2), MUCH 571* (2), MUCH 572 (2), MUCH 790 (2), MUCH 794ab (2-2) 16

MUCD 641 (2-2) 4MUEN 510 or MUEN 511 or MUEN 512 2MPVA 439 2Individual instruction 501 (P, OR or VO) 3MUCO 434 (2) or MUCO 441 (2) 2Electives 6



Dissertation OptionsFor the D.M.A. in sacred music there are twooptions for fulfilling dissertation requirements,the choice to be made by the candidate inconsultation with the guidance committee.

Option I The candidate will write a disserta-tion conforming to USC regulations in formatand method of preparation. Refer to DoctoralDissertation, page 606.

Option II The candidate will present twolecture-recitals or a performance of a sacredchoral work, or works, as the culmination ofthe historical and stylistic study of a circum-scribed body of literature. This study andan analysis of the problems encountered inperformance will be dealt with in a documentwhich, although shorter than a dissertation,will conform to the technical requirements ofOption I.

Composition MajorCURRICULUM REQUIREMENTS UNITS

Basic D.M.A. curriculum 20MUCO 536 (4), MUCO 592 (4),

MUCO 637 (4), MUCO 737 (4), MUCO 794ab (4) 20

Electives 25Graduate recital 0

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Jazz Studies MajorCURRICULUM REQUIREMENTS UNITS

Basic D.M.A. curriculum 20MUEN 532 4MUJZ 443 (2), MUJZ 545 (2),

MUJZ 547 (4), MUJZ 653 (8),MUJZ 688 (4) 20

Electives 21Two recitals of original compositions

and arrangements written while in the D.M.A. program 0

Lecture-recital in conjunction with an appropriate research project 0

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Music Education MajorCURRICULUM REQUIREMENTS UNITS

Basic D.M.A. curriculum 20MUED 502* (2), MUED 503* (2),

MUED 550* (2), MUED 601 (2), MUED 602 (2), MUED 603 (2), MUED 604 (2), MUED 790 (2), MUED 792 (2), MUED 793 (2), MUED 794ab (4) 24

Electives 21

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Performance MajorIt is the objective of the performance curric-ulum to combine high standards of perfor-mance with intellectual accomplishmentsappropriate to a university degree. Candidateselecting this major must present at least fourmajor public appearances: two solo recitalsand two other appropriate appearances. Theexact format, content and scheduling of thefour appearances are the responsibility of thecandidate’s guidance committee.


Basic D.M.A. curriculum 20Individual instruction 653 (take harpsichord,

organ, string instrument, vocal arts, wind instrument or percussion for a maximum of 12 units) 12

Electives 33Two solo recitals and two other

appropriate performances 0

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Performance Major — PianoCURRICULUM REQUIREMENTS UNITS

Basic D.M.A. curriculum 20MPKS 653 (12), MPKS 520 (6) 18Electives 27Four graduate recitals: two solo

recitals, one chamber recital, and one lecture-recital 0

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Performance Major — KeyboardCollaborative ArtsCURRICULUM REQUIREMENTS UNITS

Basic D.M.A. curriculum 20MPKS 481 (2), MPKS 560 (2), MPKS 561 (2),

MPKS 653 (12) 18Electives 27Four doctoral level recitals; one with

voice(s), one with instrument(s), one lecture recital, and other recital as approved 0

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The exact format, content and scheduling ofthe four graduate recitals are the responsibili-ty of the candidate’s major professor.

Performance Major — Early MusicCURRICULUM REQUIREMENTS UNITS

Basic D.M.A. curriculum* 20MPEM 653 (8); MPEM 650 (4) 12MUHL 572 (3), MUHL 589 (2),

MUHL 591 (2) 7MUEN 650 4Electives 22Four graduate recitals: two as soloist and

ensemble director, one lecture-recital, and one recital of the student’s choice 0

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*Must include MUHL 574 and MUHL 575.

Performance Major — Classical Guitar CURRICULUM REQUIREMENTS UNITS

Basic D.M.A. curriculum 20MPGU 653 (12), MPGU 427 (3) 15MPKS 481 2Electives 28Two solo recitals and two other

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Courses of Instruction


The Doctor of Philosophy degree with amajor in music is granted by the GraduateSchool. Candidates for the Ph.D. in musicshould also refer to the Graduate School sec-tion of this catalogue for general regulations,page 601.

A substantial background in music and liberalarts is required. The appropriate master ofarts curriculum is basic to the Ph.D. emphasis.Graduate course requirements for the Ph.D.are adapted to the needs and research inter-ests of the individual student. A minimum of60 post-baccalaureate units is required.

Foreign Language RequirementsStudents are required to demonstrate a read-ing knowledge by passing an examination inGerman and one other foreign language

chosen by the student from among French,Italian or Latin. With the permission of thechair of the guidance committee, a foreign lan-guage relevant to the dissertation may be cho-sen in place of French, Italian or Latin. Thelanguage requirement for the M.A. degreemay be applied toward the Ph.D. Doctorallanguage requirements should be passed asearly as possible, but, at latest, during thefourth semester of course work.

Screening ProcedureBefore the completion of 16 units of graduatework at USC and with the approval of thedepartment chair, students must be inter-viewed by the graduate committee of theSchool of Music. Continuance in course workwill be contingent upon approval of the com-mittee. Ph.D. candidates in musicology whodid not receive an M.A. degree from USC

must take the M.A. comprehensive exami-nation in historical musicology prior to theinterview. Continuance in course work willbe contingent upon passing theseexaminations.

Historical Musicology EmphasisREQUIREMENTS UNITS

MUHL 570 2Courses selected from MUHL 600-699 12Electives in history, language, literature or

arts other than music 8Courses drawn from:

MUHL 500-699, MUCO 501, MUCO 502 10

Electives in letters, arts and sciences 24Dissertation (MUHL 794ab) 4

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The terms indicated are expected but are notguaranteed. For the courses offered during anygiven term, consult the Schedule of Classes.

CHORAL MUSIC (MUCM)

390 Special Problems (1-4) Supervised, indi-vidual studies. No more than one registrationis permitted. Enrollment by petition only.

490x Directed Research (2-8, max 8) Individual research and readings. Not avail-able for graduate credit. Prerequisite: depart-mental approval.

440 Choral Development (2) Problems ofachieving proper balance, blend, intonation,diction, precision, etc., in choral groups; crite-ria for selection of repertoire for particulargroups. Junior standing in music.

541 Choral Literature I (2) Choral composi-tion from c. 1500 to 1800. Performance andanalysis of representative works.

542 Choral Literature II (2) 19th and 20thcentury choral works; criteria for programbuilding.

543 Seminar in Choral Music (2, max 4)Advanced choral techniques; historical, ana-lytical and performance problems. Prerequisite:MUCM 641 or permission of instructor.

590 Directed Research (1-12) Supervisedresearch in preparation for the Master’srecital. Graded CR/NC.

641 Choral Literature III (2) Detailed studyof selected major choral works; historical con-text, score analysis, performance practices.Prerequisite: MUCM 541, MUCM 542.

643 Seminar in Choral Music II (2, max 4,Sp) Continuation of MUCM 543, with con-centration on the conducting problems inmajor choral-orchestral works.

694 Treatise (2, max 4) A major researchpaper designed to complement performancestudies in choral music. Credit on acceptanceof treatise. Graded CR/NC.

790 Research (1-12) Research leading to thedoctorate. Maximum units which may beapplied to the degree to be determined bythe department. Graded CR/NC.

SACRED MUSIC (MUCH)

390 Special Problems (1-4) Supervised, indi-vidual studies. No more than one registrationpermitted. Enrollment by petition only.

473 Hymns and Service Music (2) Historyand uses of the hymn and hymn tune; evalu-ation of anthems and other service music forworship.

474 The Church Organist (2) Accompanying;hymn playing; transposition; improvisation;vocal score reading; conducting from the console; service repertoire. Basic knowledgeof the organ for conductors who are notorganists.


570 Foundations of Sacred Music (2, Fa)An introduction to the history of sacredmusic, liturgical practices and worship tradi-tions from antiquity to present day.

571 Music of the Great Liturgies (2) Comparison of the Jewish, Eastern Orthodox,Roman Catholic, Lutheran, and Anglicanliturgies and their music; relation to music inthe nonliturgical service; the church year.

572 Sacred Music Administration (2, Sp)Developing, maintaining and administeringthe music program of the church or other reli-gious institutions. Programming, staffing,developing budgets, techniques and reper-toire for the graded choir program, handbellchoir and other ensembles.

590 Directed Research (1-12) Research lead-ing to the master’s degree. Maximum unitswhich may be applied to the degree to bedetermined by the department. GradedCR/NC.

Doctor of Philosophy

Courses of Instruction 709


794abcdz Doctoral Dissertation (2-2-2-2-0)Credit on acceptance of dissertation. GradedIP/CR/NC.

COMPOSIT ION (MUCO)

101x Fundamentals of Music Theory(2, FaSp) An introductory course in musictheory required for those majors in need ofremedial training, and available to the generalstudent who wishes to develop music writingskills. Not available for credit to B.M. andB.A. music majors. Recommended preparation:ability to read music.

130abx Basics of Music Theory (a: 3, Fa; b: 3, Sp) Introduction to music theory formusic minors; scales, intervals, principles ofcommon practice harmony; melodic, harmonic,and structural analysis; 20th century develop-ments. Not available for credit to B.M. majors.

132ab Aural Skills I (a: 2, Fa; b: 2, Sp)Sight-singing, dictation, related keyboardapplication.

133ab Theory I (a: 3, Fa; b: 3, Sp) a: Notation,scales, intervals; introduction to counterpoint;harmonic principles of the common practiceperiod; analysis, written work. b: Continua-tion of MUCO 133a; elements of form; appli-cation of analysis to performance. Concurrentregistration in Aural Skills required.

135 Counterpoint I (2, Sp) The study of thetechniques of modal counterpoint; exercisesin two-, three- and four-part writing in 16thcentury style. Prerequisite: MUCO 137a.

137ab Introduction to Composition (2-2,FaSp) Beginning exercises in composition,study and class discussion of assigned scoresand recordings.

221abx Composition for Non-Majors (2-2,FaSp) Introduction to the composition ofconcert music, involving set exercises as wellas free composition, and the study and dis-cussion of assigned scores and recordings.Intended for interested, qualified studentsnot majoring in composition. Not availablefor credit to theory and composition majors.Prerequisite: MUCO 130bx, MUCO 133b.

232ab Aural Skills II (a: 2, Fa; b: 2, Sp) Continuation of MUCO 132ab.

233ab Theory II (a: 3, Fa; b: 3, Sp)a: Analysis of representative pieces from theclassic and romantic periods; exercises incomposition. b: Survey of 20th century devel-opments; composition utilizing 20th centurytechniques. Prerequisite: MUCO 133b.

235 Counterpoint II (2, Sp) Studies in tonalcounterpoint; two-, three- and four-partcounterpoint in 18th century style; poly-phonic variations; inventions. Prerequisite:MUCO 137b.

236 Orchestration I (2, Fa) Introduction tothe principles of instrumentation; rangestechniques, timbres; transpositions of orches-tral instruments; beginning exercises inorchestration. Prerequisite: MUCO 137b.

237ab Composition I (4-4, FaSp) Composi-tion in shorter forms, continuation of scoreanalysis and listening assignments. Prerequi-site: MUCO 137b or departmental approval.

250 Songwriting I (2, FaSp) Development ofmusical and lyrical skills, composing, listen-ing, analysis, and critiques of popular originalmusic.

252 Songwriting II: Arranging and Performing (2, FaSp) Continuation of Song-writing I with emphasis on development ofarrangements and performance of originalpopular music in preparation for songwritingshowcases. Prerequisite: MUCO 250.

254 Songwriting III: Demo Production(2, FaSp) Music arranging and recording oforiginal songs for demonstration purposesincluding mixing, editing, functions of midiand production techniques. Prerequisite:MUCO 252.

300 Theory Review (1, FaSpSm) Review ofmaterials covered in Theory I and II. For stu-dents whose entrance examination in musictheory indicates the need for further study.

333 Aural Skills Review (1, FaSp) Review ofthe materials covered in Aural Skills I, II, andIII. For students whose entrance examinationin aural skills indicates the need for furtherstudy.

336ab Orchestration II (a: 2, Fa; b: 2, Sp)Intermediate exercises in orchestration,including scoring for chamber ensembles andorchestra; study of the history of orchestra-tion. Prerequisite: MUCO 236.

337ab Composition II (4, Fa; 4, Sp)Continuation of MUCO 237; composition inlarger forms. Prerequisite: MUCO 237b.

338x Elementary Orchestration (2, Fa)Range, techniques, timbre, transposition oforchestral instruments; exercises in orchestra-tion. Not available for credit to Compositionmajors. Recommended preparation: MUCO 233b.

339 Orchestration Review (1, FaSm) Reviewof materials covered in elementary orchestra-tion; for students whose entrance examina-tion in orchestration indicates a need for fur-ther study.

341 Counterpoint Review (1, SpSm) Reviewof materials covered in tonal counterpoint.For students whose entrance examination incounterpoint indicates the need for furtherstudy. For graduate students only.

360 Music Notation and Copying (1)Development of skills in music calligraphy.

370ab Arranging for the Recording Media(2-2) Arranging and composing for studiorecording ensembles. Prerequisite: departmen-tal approval.


406ab Contemporary Notation (2-2) Notating new music; study and comparisonof representative scores.

421abx Composition for Non-Majors II (2-2,FaSp) Continuation of MUCO 221abx. Notavailable for credit to theory and compositionmajors. Prerequisite: MUCO 221bx or depart-mental approval.

425 Instrumental Music of Debussy andRavel (2) Critical examination of the piano,chamber, and orchestral scores; comparisonof styles, techniques and aesthetics of these“Impressionist” composers. Prerequisite:MUCO 336a or MUCO 338x; MUHL 331;MUHL 332.

432ab Advanced Theory (1 or 2; 1 or 2)Special problems in music theory.

434 Analytical Techniques (2) Selected ana-lytical topics. Prerequisite: MUCO 232b,MUCO 233b.

435 Counterpoint III (2, Fa) Canon andfugue; 19th and 20th century developments.Prerequisite: MUCO 235.

436 Orchestration III (2, Sp) Continuation ofOrchestration II. Prerequisite: MUCO 336ab.

437ab Composition III (2-2, FaSp) Individualinstruction in composition; preparation forsenior recital. Not intended for SMPTV stu-dents. Prerequisite: MUCO 337b.

438 Arranging for Marching Band (2)Fundamental concepts; instrumental capabil-ities; notation; color and scoring; modulation;percussion writing. Prerequisite: MUCO 336bor MUCO 338x.

439 Band Arranging (2, max 4) Characteris-tics and use of individual instruments; writingfor separate choirs; chamber and solo writing;scoring piano, organ, and orchestral music forband. Prerequisite: MUCO 237b, MUCO 336bor MUCO 338x.

440ab Composition for Films and Television(2-2) Planning, timing, composing, andorchestrating music for dramatic and docu-mentary films and television programs.Prerequisite: MUCO 336b or MUCO 338x,MUCO 337b.

441 Choral Arranging (1 or 2, max 4) Practice in arranging and composing for cho-rus. Prerequisite: MUCO 237b.

442ab History of Film Music Scoring (a: 2, Fa; b: 2, Sp) A comprehensive surveyof the craft of composing music for motionpictures and television, combining film musichistory and score analysis, geared specificallyto composers. Open only to students in theAdvanced Studies Certificate Program inScoring for Motion Pictures and Televisionand the B.M. in Composition (Film Scoring).

443ab Film Score Analysis and Preparation(2-2, FaSp) Applied techniques in film musicanalysis and preparation for scoring.

470 Electroacoustic Composition (2)Electronic music for the composer: history ofmeans and styles, aesthetic issues and practi-cal problems, computer usages, bibliographyand repertoire. Recommended preparation:MUEA 474a.


499 Special Topics (2-4, max 8) Selected top-ics of current interest.

501 Introduction to the Analysis of TonalMusic (2, FaSp) Survey of common practiceperiod (1650-1900) approaches to phrasedesign, tonal organization and type-forms(binary, ternary, rondo, sonata).

502 Introduction to the Analysis of Post-Tonal Music (2, FaSp) Introductory survey of20th/21st century approaches to the organiza-tion of pitch (serial, modal, extended tonal,etc.), rhythm, texture and form.

520 Composition Forum (1, max 2, FaSp)Graded CR/NC.

522ab Sketching and Scoring for Film andTV (2-2, FaSp) Applying techniques of musiccomposition, orchestration and conductingtowards creating original dramatic scores forfilm and TV.

523ab Advanced Application of Film MusicTechnology (2-2, FaSp) Applying advancedstate of the art technologies to the art of filmmusic, including synthesizers, samplers, digitalaudio workstations and hard disk recording.

533ab Analytical Approaches to TonalMusic (2-2, FaSp) a: Introducing to essen-tial structural and prolongational aspectsof Schenkerian theory. b: Application ofthe Schenkerian methods to individualmovements and short pieces. Prerequisite:MUCO 501.

536 Advanced Orchestration I (1 or 2,max 4, FaSp) Continuation of OrchestrationIII with emphasis on contemporary tech-niques. Prerequisite: MUCO 436b.

537 Advanced Composition I (1 or 2, max 8)For graduates with evidence of preparationfor advanced work. Prerequisite: MUCO 437b.

538ab Analytical Approaches to Post-TonalMusic from 1908-1950 (2-2, FaSp) a: Thebreakdown of tonality, rise of atonal/pantonalpitch organization, new and extendedapproaches to tonality, modality. b: Continua-tion of 538a; twelve-tone methods, just tun-ing systems, new approaches to rhythm, tex-ture, timbre. Prerequisite: MUCO 502.

539ab Theoretical and Aesthetic Issues inMusic from 1950 to the Present (2-2, FaSp)a: Anti-rationality and indeterminancy, ultra-rationality and integral serialism, new perfor-mance procedures, electronic music and newtechnologies, minimalism. b: Post-modernismof reaction, post-modernism of resistance,mannerist minimalism, anti-modernism.Prerequisite: MUCO 502.

545 Individual Instruction in Advanced FilmMusic Composition (2, max 4, FaSp) Privateinstruction in composition and conducting forfilm and television.

548 Writer and Composer (3, Sp) Structuredcollaboration among composers and poets.Activities include fundamentals of poetry,comparative analysis, creative projects. Opento Literature and Creative Writing and Com-position majors only; students with othermajors require departmental approval.

550 Teaching Music Theory (2) Comparativestudy of curricula, text materials, and teach-ing strategies in music theory.

560ab Music Editing for Film (2, FaSp)Develop and implement state of the art tech-niques in joining music and film.

571 Comparative Analytical Studies: Traditional Forms (2, Irregular) Analyticalsurvey of the development of a specific formor genre. Specific emphasis to be determinedby the department. Prerequisite: MUCO 501.

572 Comparative Analytical Studies:20th/21st Century and Non-TraditionalForms (2, Irregular) In-depth analysis of char-acteristic forms and genres of 20th centurymusic or of other forms and genres that do notfigure largely in the “common practice” tradi-tion. Specific emphasis to be determined bythe department. Prerequisite: MUCO 501.

573 Special Studies in Contrapuntal Music(2, Irregular) In-depth analytical and histori-cal study of contrapuntal techniques andstyles. Emphasis to be determined by thedepartment. Prerequisite: MUCO 501.

574 Special Studies in Tonal Analysis(2, Irregular) Analytical study of major com-posers and/or problems in tonal music.Emphasis to be determined by the depart-ment. Prerequisite: MUCO 501.

575 Special Studies in Post-Tonal Analysis(2, Irregular) Analytical study of major com-posers and/or problems in post-tonal music.Emphasis to be determined by the depart-ment. Prerequisite: MUCO 502.

576 Special Studies in Musical Aesthetics (2, Irregular) An investigation of aesthetics ingeneral and the application of aesthetic theo-ries to music; readings will be selected frompre-modern, modern, and post-modern texts.Prerequisite: MUCO 501, MUCO 502.


592 Selected Topics in Graduate Composition (2, max 8, Irregular) Seminarfor graduate students in composition thataddresses aesthetic, technical and analyticalissues from a composer’s perspective. Openonly to Composition majors.

594abz Master's Thesis (2-2-0) Credit onacceptance of thesis. Graded IP/CR/NC.

599 Special Topics (2-4, max 8) Seminars inselected areas of study.


633ab Advanced Analysis of Tonal Music(2-2) a: Application of Schenkerian techniquesto large works. b: Criticisms and extensions ofSchenker, semiotic approaches, theories ofrhythmic structure. Prerequisite: MUCO 533b.

636 Advanced Orchestration II (1 or 2,max 4, FaSp) Continuation of AdvancedOrchestration I with emphasis on historicalsurvey of orchestral compositions andadvanced orchestration projects. Prerequisite:MUCO 536.

637 Advanced Composition II (1 or 2, max 4)Continuation of MUCO 537. For studentsholding the M.M. degree in composition. Prerequisite: MUCO 537.

737 Advanced Composition III (1 or 2,max 8) Continuation of MUCO 637. Prerequisite: MUCO 536, MUCO 637.


794abcdz Doctoral Dissertation (2-2-2-2-0)Credit on acceptance of dissertation. GradedIP/CR/NC.

CONDUCT ING (MUCD)

301 Individual Instruction (1-2, max 16,FaSpSm) Intermediate and advanced instruc-tion secondary emphasis for music majors andminors. (Duplicates credit in formerMUCD 401.)

340 Choral Conducting I (2) Basic conduct-ing techniques; score analysis; conductingpatterns; problems of tempo, dynamics, artic-ulation and text. Laboratory, 3 hours. Prereq-uisite: ability to read a music score.

343 Instrumental Conducting I (2, FaSp)Communicating musical ideas to instrumen-tal ensembles; reading and conducting fromfull score of orchestral compositions. Labora-tory, 3 hours. Prerequisite: ability to read amusic score.


441 Choral Conducting II (2) Refinement oftechniques developed in MUCD 340; studyof styles and interpretations of choral musicfrom the Renaissance to the present. Labora-tory, 3 hours. Prerequisite: MUCD 340,MUCD 343, or departmental approval.

443 Instrumental Conducting II (2, FaSpSm)Principal composers and representativeinstrumental works since the 18th century;studies of styles and interpretations based onscores and the performance of works in class.


499 Special Topics (2-4, max 8) Selected top-ics of current interest.

501 Individual Instruction (1, max 8,FaSpSm) Secondary instruction for graduatemusic majors or instruction for graduate non-music majors.

541 Choral Conducting III (2, max 6)Problems of preparing and conducting con-temporary choral music and major choral-orchestral works from full score; special pro-jects according to student’s development andinterests. Laboratory, 3 hours. Prerequisite:MUCD 441.

543 Instrumental Conducting III (2, max 4,FaSp) Problems in advanced conducting.Prerequisite: MUCD 443.

550 Orchestral Conducting Seminar(2, max 8, FaSp) Advanced instrumental con-ducting techniques. Literature drawn frommusic of all periods. Prerequisite: MUCD 441,MUCD 443, and admission as candidate forM.M. degree in conducting.

553 Individual Instruction (1, 2, or 4, max 8, FaSpSm) (Duplicates credit in formerMUPF 553.)


641 Choral Conducting IV (2, max 8)Continuation of MUCD 541, including choralconducting pedagogy. Prerequisite: MUCD541 or departmental approval.

653 Performance (1, 2, or 4, max 12,FaSpSm) Individual or master class instruc-tion for D.M.A. Performance majors. (Dupli-cates credit in former MUPF 653.)


ELECTROACOUST IC MEDIA (MUEA)

105 Electronic Studio Techniques (2) Electronic Music procedures in a multi-trackstudio. Computer applications. (Duplicatescredit in former MUEA 101.)

174 Fundamentals of Music Technology (2)Introductory microphone technique, signalprocessing, and computer literacy for musicalperformers. (Duplicates credit in formerMUPF 174.)

205ab Music with Computers (4-4)Computers in music composition, realizationand performance. Representative hardware,software and languages. (Duplicates credit informer MUEA 201ab.) Recommended prepara-tion: MUEA 105.

305ab Electroacoustic Media I (4-4) Composition, arranging, performance and/orfixed medium realization of electroacousticmusic. Critical/analytic listening. History ofthe medium. (Duplicates credit in formerMUEA 301ab.) Prerequisite: MUEA 205b ordepartmental approval.

390 Special Problems (1-4, Irregular)Supervised, individual studies. No more thanone registration permitted. Enrollment bypetition only. (Duplicates credit in formerMUPF 390.)

405ab Electroacoustic Media II (4-4)Continuation of MUEA 305ab. (Duplicatescredit in former MUEA 401ab.) Prerequisite:MUEA 305b or departmental approval.

474abx Electronic Synthesizer Techniques(2-4; 2-4, FaSp) a and b: Electronic musicprocedures in a multi-track studio. b: Com-puter applications. Not available for majorcredit to electroacoustic media majors.

476ab Advanced Electronic Studio Techniques (2-4; 2-4) a: Digital devices andspecialized audio processing modules appliedto electronic music. (Duplicates credit in for-mer MUPF 476ab.) Prerequisite: MUEA 474b.b: Continuation of MUEA 476a. Emphasis onindividual projects.

481 Programming the MIDI Interface(2, FaSp) Programming MIDI Interface Soft-ware using the C Programming Language.Developing original applications software forsequencing and real-time event processing.Prerequisite: prior experience in electronicmusic or computers, and departmentalapproval.


490x Directed Research (2-8, max 8, FaSpSm)Individual research and readings. Not avail-able for graduate credit. (Duplicates credit informer MUPF 490x.) Prerequisite: departmen-tal approval.

499 Special Topics (2-4, max 8) Selected top-ics of current interest. (Duplicates credit informer MUPF 499.)

590 Directed Research (1-12, FaSpSm)Research leading to the master’s degree.Maximum units which may be applied to thedegree to be determined by the department.Graded CR/NC. (Duplicates credit in formerMUPF 590.)


JAZZ STUDIES (MUJZ )

100xm Jazz: A History of America’s Music(4) Gateway to the minor in Jazz Studies.Historical evolution of jazz from its origins topresent day; elements of musical structuresand jazz styles revealed though the study ofrecorded examples, live performances andvideo. Not available for credit to jazz studiesmajors.

101x Non-Major Beginning IndividualInstruction (1-2, max 2, FaSpSm) Individualinstruction at the beginning level designedfor non-music majors with no previous expe-rience. Not available for credit to musicmajors.

150x Beginning Jazz Improvisation(2, max 4, FaSp) Development of beginningimprovisational skills, including modal andthe ii-V7-I chord progression, through instru-mental performance. Recommended to non-jazz majors. Not available for jazz studiesmajors. Recommended preparation: demon-stration of major scales of eighth notes at atempo of 120 mm.

153 Individual Instruction (1, 2, or 4, max 8,FaSpSm) (Duplicates credit in formerMUPF 153.)

180 Techniques of Jazz Improvisation(2, max 4) Development of improvisationalskills through instrumental performance.(Duplicates credit in former MUPF 180.)

200ab Jazz Styles Analysis (2-2) Theoreticalskills and analytical techniques related to jazzstyles from Dixieland to the present. a: Stylesthrough Progressive Swing; b: Bebop tothe present. (Duplicates credit in formerMUCO 200ab.)

218ab Afro-Latin Percussion Instruments(2-2) Instruction in the performance of per-cussion instruments associated with African,South American, and Caribbean music tradi-tions, with special emphasis on adaptationto jazz music. (Duplicates credit in formerMUPF 218ab.)

252 Individual Instrument PerformanceClass I (1, max 4, FaSp) Solo and orchestrarepertoire, professional preparation, reedmaking, and other matters appropriate togroup study. Required of all first and secondyear wind and percussion majors each semes-ter in residence. (Duplicates credit in formerMUPF 252.)


300x Non-Major Individual Instruction (1-2, max 16, FaSpSm) Intermediate andadvanced instruction designed for non-musicmajors. Not available for credit to musicmajors. (Duplicates credit in former MUJZ201 and MUJZ 401.)

301 Individual Instruction (1-2, max 16,FaSpSm) Intermediate and advanced instruc-tion: secondary emphasis for music majors,principal emphasis for music minors and B.A.music majors. Open only to music majors andminors. (Duplicates credit in former MUJZ201 and MUJZ 401.)

311 Vocal Jazz Techniques (2, max 4)Development of skills needed for the pro-fessional vocal jazz musician. Study of thestandard jazz repertoire, vocal improvisation,lead sheet writing, and working with rhythmsections. (Duplicates credit in formerMUPF 311.) Prerequisite: MUJZ 180 ordepartmental approval.

341 Keyboard Skills for improvisers (2)Reading skills related to jazz accompanying;“fake” books, chord progressions commonlyused in jazz. (Duplicates credit in formerMUPF 341.) Prerequisite: MPKS 250ab ordepartmental approval.

342ab Aural Skills for improvisers (1-1, FaSp)Sight-singing and dictation applied to jazzrepertoire. Vocalization of modal and syn-thetic jazz scales and chordal qualities.(Duplicates credit in former MUCO 342ab.)Prerequisite: MUCO 132b, MUJZ 200ab ordepartmental approval.

347 Jazz Composition (2, max 4) Composingin the jazz medium. (Duplicates credit in for-mer MUCO 347.)


390 Special Problems (1-4, Irregular) Supervised, individual studies. No more thanone registration permitted. Enrollment bypetition only. (Duplicates credit in formerMUPF 390.)

400 Arranging for Jazz Ensemble (2)Scoring for jazz ensemble with emphasis onwriting for sections of like and mixed instru-ments as well as full ensemble. (Duplicatescredit in former MUCO 400.)

403 Studio Singing Techniques (2, FaSp)Study of technique, theory and aural skills asapplied to studio singing; critical listening;study of various styles; ear training and sightsinging as these apply to working in a studio.Recommended preparation: jazz background;can read music and sing well.

419m The Jazz Experience: Myths and Culture (4, FaSp) An examination of themusic, culture, and mythology of jazzrevealed through the study of jazz fiction,film, poetry, and recorded examples. (Dupli-cates credit in former MUPF 419m.)

443 Jazz Pedagogy (2, 2 years, Sp) Concepts,methods, and resources; examination andcomparison of textbooks, recordings, tapes,and materials related to the study and teach-ing of jazz. (Duplicates credit in formerMUED 443.)

451 Advanced Jazz Improvisation (2, max 4,Sp) Development of advanced improvisa-tional skills, including Lydian-chromatic andbi-modal techniques, through instrumentalperformance. (Duplicates credit in formerMUPF 451.) Prerequisite: junior standing anddepartmental approval.

452 Individual Instrument PerformanceClass II (1, max 4, FaSp) Solo and orchestrarepertoire, professional preparation, reedmaking, and other matters appropriate togroup study. Required of all third and fourthyear wind and percussion majors each semes-ter in residence. (Duplicates credit in formerMUPF 452.)



486 Jazz Masters from World War II to thePresent (2) Examination of major jazz artistsfrom World War II to the present withemphasis on the innovators of each period.Detailed analysis of selected repertoire.(Duplicates credit in former MUHL 486.)Recommended preparation: MUJZ 419.

490x Directed Research (2-8, max 8, FaSpSm)Individual research and readings. Not avail-able for graduate credit. Prerequisite: depart-mental approval. (Duplicates credit in formerMUPF 490x.)


501 Individual Instruction (1 or 2, max 8,FaSpSm) Secondary instruction for graduatemusic majors or instruction for graduate non-music majors.

545 Jazz Ensemble Development (2, 2 years,Sp) Techniques, approaches, teaching mate-rials, and music useful in developing jazzensembles in educational settings, fromjunior high school through college. (Dupli-cates credit in former MUED 547.)

547 Jazz Composition (2, max 4, Fa)Application of theoretical and compositionaltechniques used in jazz to written music.Analysis and performance of historical andcontemporary examples will be included.(Duplicates credit in former MUCO 547.)

551 Graduate Jazz Improvisation (2, Sp)Development of proficiency in improvising toadvanced jazz concepts, including transposi-tion, substitute harmony, superimposed har-mony, atypical harmonic schemes and con-temporary chord and scale types. Open tojazz studies and studio guitar majors only.Prerequisite: MUJZ 451.

552 Individual Instruction (1 or 2, max 8,FaSpSm) Instruction for students enrolled inthe Advanced Studies certificate program.


554 Graduate Certificate Performance(4, max 16, FaSpSm) Individual instructionand related lab participation for GraduateCertificate students.

588 Special Studies in Jazz Performance(2, max 6) Performance problems, composersand/or stylistic analysis of music from the jazzidiom. Specific emphasis to be determinedby the Jazz Studies department. (Duplicatescredit in former MUPF 588.) Prerequisite:graduate standing or departmental approval.

590 Directed Research (1-12, FaSpSm)Research leading to the master's degree.Maximum units which may be applied to thedegree to be determined by the department.Graded CR/NC. (Duplicates credit in formerMUPF 590.)


688 Special Topics in Jazz Performance(2, max 4, Fa) Examination and analysis ofsolo and compositional repertory of the jazzidiom through transcription and comparativeresearch. Specific emphasis to be determinedby the Jazz Studies department. (Duplicatescredit in former MUPF 688.)


MUSIC EDUCAT ION (MUED)

241abL Voice Class: Performance and Teaching Strategies (a: 2, Fa; b: 2, Sp)Development of technical knowledge, toneproduction, and performance skills for voiceappropriate for school music teaching. Classand lab required. Prerequisite: MUED 241aLfor MUED 241bL.

301 Introduction to Music Education (1, Fa)Orientation course for music majors.Required of undergraduate music educationmajors in their first semester in residence.

330x Fundamentals of Music (4, FaSp)Introduction to the content of music throughan investigation of its melodic, rhythmic, andharmonic structure. Not available for credit tomusic majors.

345abL String Instruments Class: Perfor-mance and Teaching Strategies (a: 2, Fa;b: 2, Sp) Development of technical knowl-edge, tone production, and performance skillsfor string instruments appropriate for schoolmusic teaching. Class and lab required.

346L Brass Instruments Class: Performanceand Teaching Strategies (2, Fa) Develop-ment of technical knowledge, tone produc-tion, and performance skills on brass instru-ments appropriate for school music teaching.Class and lab required.

347L Woodwind Instruments Class: Performance and Teaching Strategies(2, Sp) Development of technical knowledge,tone production, and performance skills onwoodwind instruments appropriate for schoolmusic teaching.

348L Percussion Instruments Class: Performance and Teaching Strategies(2, Sp) Development of technical knowledge,tone production, and performance skills onpercussion instruments appropriate for schoolmusic teaching. Class and lab required.

390 Special Problems (1-4, FaSp) Supervised,individual studies. No more than one registra-tion permitted. Enrollment by petition only.

402 Teaching Choral Music (2, Sp) Problemsof school choral organizations; the changingand adolescent voice; appropriate repertoireand materials. Corequisite: MUCD 340 orMUCD 343.

403 Teaching Instrumental Music (2, Sp)Problems of school instrumental organiza-tions; teaching wind, string, and percussioninstruments; appropriate repertoire andmaterials.

420 Teaching Beginning Improvisation(2, Irregular) Strategies for teaching begin-ning improvisation in K-12 music classes;includes playing/singing and teaching inmany styles. No improvisation experiencenecessary.

430L Music for Children (2, FaSp) Concepts,activities and materials for teaching music ingrades K-6. Peer teaching and field observa-tion required. Corequisite: CTSE 203.

440ab Music and Movement: The OrffApproach (2-2) Orff Schulwerk techniques inrhythmic and melodic training throughspeech, singing, body percussion, playingOrff instruments, improvisation, and elemen-tal movement. Certification available.

443 Teaching Vocal Jazz (2) Strategies forteaching the principles of vocal jazz; historicalperspective, repertoire, recordings, improvisa-tion, scat, accompaniment, amplification,rehearsing, teaching sequences. No prior jazzexperience necessary. (Duplicates credit informer MUED 530.)

448 Teaching General Music (2, Sp)Development of a philosophy of music edu-cation which emphasizes appreciation; practi-cal application to teaching music in the sec-ondary schools.


449 Teaching Marching Band (2, Fa) Modernschool marching band techniques; precisiondrill; administration; rehearsal techniques.

452 Introduction to Technology in MusicEducation (2, Fa) Applications of computersand electronic music to music education; sur-vey of current approaches and materials.

474 Directed Teaching: Public School Music(3, Sp) Observation and teaching under theguidance of a university supervisor and adirecting teacher. (Duplicates credit in for-mer CTSE 474a.) Prerequisite: MUED 430and admission by Committee on Personneland Credentials.

479x Music for the Elementary ClassroomTeacher (2, FaSp) The nature and structureof music, its processes, and its notationalsymbols. Not available for credit to musicmajors. Recommended preparation: MUED 330.

490x Directed Research (2-8, max 8, FaSpSm)Individual research and readings. Not avail-able for graduate credit. Prerequisite: depart-mental approval.

499 Special Topics (2-4, max 8, Irregular)Selected topics of current interest reflectiveof changing trends in music education.

500 Introduction to Research in Music Education (2, Sm) Survey of research litera-ture; interpreting research and researchreports; organizing and writing researchreports.

502 Social and Historical Foundations ofMusic Education (2, 2 years, Fa) The historyof music education; study of educationalideas which have affected music educationpolicy and practice from antiquity to thepresent day.

503 Philosophical and Psychological Foundations of Music Education (2, 2 years,Fa or Sp) Implications of psychology of musicand aesthetic theory for music teaching andlearning.

505 Teaching and Learning Music (2, Irregular) Studies of the latest resourcesconcerning the teaching and learning ofmusic so that musicians can function moreeffectively as both teachers and performers.

520 Early Childhood Music (2, Irregular) Anoverview of significant developmental issues,current research, and appropriate practices forchildren from birth to age eight. Professor-guided practicum teaching.

542 Orchestra Development (2, Irregular)Repertoire and rehearsal techniques appro-priate for school and community orchestrasuseful in solving specific problems of techni-cal and tonal growth. Prerequisite: MUCD 343.

545 String Class Pedagogy (2, Irregular)Approaches to beginning through intermedi-ate string class instruction in school and othergroup setting derived from principles ofSuzuki, Bornoff, Rolland, and other leadingteachers. Prerequisite: MUED 345abL.

546 Wind Band Pedagogy (2, 2 years, Fa)Methods and materials relevant to currenttrends in wind band pedagogy; developmentof comprehensive pedagogical and perfor-mance practices; appropriate wind bandmusic survey. Prerequisite: MUCD 343.

548 Orchestral Bowing (2, Irregular) Introduction to bowing function and stylewith application to typical repertoire; practi-cal experience for teachers and conductors ineducational and community settings.

550 Teaching Music Fundamentals andAppreciation Courses (2, 2 years, Fa or Sp)Purpose and objectives of music in generaleducation. Survey of current approaches andmaterials.

552 Music Education Courseware Develop-ment (2, Sp) Development of music educa-tion courseware using current technology.Two lecture hours per week. Prerequisite:MUED 452.

590 Directed Research (1-12, FaSpSm)Research leading to the master’s degree.Maximum units which may be applied to thedegree to be determined by the department.Graded CR/NC.

592 Final Project (2, max 2) Required for theMaster of Music Education degree. Creditupon acceptance. Graded CR/NC. Prerequi-site: MUED 500.

594abz Master's Thesis (2-2-0, FaSpSm)Credit on acceptance of thesis. GradedIP/CR/NC.

599 Special Topics (2-4, max 8, Irregular)Selected topics of current interest reflectiveof changing trends in music education.

601 Field Seminar in Elementary SchoolMusic Education (2, 2 years, Fa or Sp)Observation in schools. Identification andanalysis of problems; strategies for improve-ment; alternative approaches including thoseof Orff and Kodaly. Readings, examination ofteaching materials.

602 Field Seminar in Choral Music Educa-tion (2, 2 years, Fa or Sp) Observation inschools. Current practice; identification andanalysis of problems; strategies for improve-ment; readings, examination of music andteaching materials.

603 Field Seminar in Instrumental MusicEducation (2, 2 years, Fa or Sp) Observa-tion in schools. Identification and analysis ofproblems; strategies for improvement. Read-ings, examination of music and teachingmaterials.

604 Preparing School Music Teachers(2, 2 years, Fa or Sp) Analysis of best prac-tices in teacher training; faculty, curriculum,schedule, materials, methods, and supervi-sion of directed teaching. Prerequisite: threeyears of teaching music in public schools ortwo years of college teaching.

790 Research (1-12, FaSpSm) Research lead-ing to the doctorate. Maximum units whichmay be applied to the degree to be deter-mined by the department. Graded CR/NC.

792 Critique of Research in Music Education(2, 2 years, Fa or Sp) Problems of research inMusic Education. Consideration of neededareas and appropriate methodology based ona critical analysis of recent research andrelated writings.

793 Advanced Research Methods in MusicEducation (2, Sp) Continuation of MUED792. Research design, sampling, data collec-tion and analysis. Final report. Prerequisite:MUED 792.

794abcdz Doctoral Dissertation (2-2-2-2-0,FaSpSm) Credit on acceptance of disserta-tion. Graded IP/CR/NC.

MUSIC ENSEMBLE (MUEN)

Large ensemble requirements in under-graduate curricula must be fulfilled by thefollowing ensembles: University Chorus(MUEN 307); Men’s Chorus (MUEN 308);Oriana Choir (MUEN 311); University Con-cert Choir (MUEN 310); Chamber Choir(MUEN 312); USC Symphony (MUEN 320);USC Concert Orchestra (MUEN 321); Uni-versity Wind Ensemble (MUEN 323); orUniversity Band (MUEN 324).

Exceptions to the above policies include:Contemporary Music Ensemble and EarlyMusic Ensemble may fulfill the large ensem-ble requirement for instrumental majors, withthe approval of the conductor of UniversitySymphony or Wind Ensemble and the chairof the student’s major department.


Music Education majors with an instrumentalemphasis must take one semester of a choralensemble.

Composition majors must register for at least2 units in a choral ensemble.

Students majoring in Strings, Vocal Arts, orWind and Percussion may not count USCConcert Orchestra toward their large ensem-ble requirement.

Vocal Arts majors must register for UniversityConcert Choir, USC Chamber Choir, or USCOriana Choir to fulfill their large ensemblerequirement.

Further exceptions may be made subject todepartmental approval and approval of theconductor of the appropriate large ensemble.

222 Trojan Marching Band (1, max 4)Rehearsal and participation in performances forathletic and other university functions. GradedCR/NC. Open to all students by audition.

305 Vocal Jazz Ensemble (1, max 8, FaSp)Study and performance of vocal ensemble lit-erature from the Jazz idiom, with emphasison improvisational techniques. Open to allstudents by audition. (Duplicates credit informer MUEN 205 and MUEN 405.) GradedCR/NC.

307 University Chorus (1, max 8, FaSp)Rehearsal and performance of choral literaturefrom all periods of music history. Open to allstudents. (Duplicates credit in former MUEN207 and MUEN 407.) Graded CR/NC.

308 USC Men's Chorus (1, max 8, FaSp)Rehearsal and performance of choral reper-toire from all periods written for male voices.Open to all students. (Duplicates credit informer MUEN 208 and MUEN 408.) GradedCR/NC.

310 University Concert Choir (1, max 8,FaSp) Performance of choral works of allstyles and periods. Open to all students byaudition. (Duplicates credit in former MUEN210 and MUEN 410.) Graded CR/NC.

311 USC Oriana Choir (1, max 8, FaSp)Rehearsal and performance of advancedchamber music written for women’s voices.Open to all students by audition. (Duplicatescredit in former MUEN 211 and MUEN411.) Graded CR/NC.

312 USC Chamber Choir (1, max 8, FaSp)Performance of vocal chamber music andchoral masterworks from the 16th century tothe present. Open to all students by audition.(Duplicates credit in former MUEN 212 andMUEN 412.) Graded CR/NC.

314 Opera Chorus (1, max 8, FaSp) Studyand performance of operatic choruses andextended ensembles of all styles and periods.Open to all students by audition. (Duplicatescredit in former MUEN 214 and MUEN414.) Graded CR/NC.

320 USC Symphony (1, max 8, FaSp)Rehearsal and performance of orchestrarepertoire. Open to all students by audition.(Duplicates credit in former MUEN 220 andMUEN 420.) Graded CR/NC.

321 USC Concert Orchestra (1, max 8, FaSp)Rehearsal and performance of orchestrarepertoire. Open to all students, faculty, staff,and members of the community. Auditionnot required. (Duplicates credit in formerMUEN 221 and MUEN 421.) GradedCR/NC.

322 Trojan Marching Band (1, max 4) Continuation of MUEN 222. GradedCR/NC.

323 University Wind Ensemble (1, max 8,FaSp) Rehearsal and participation in concertprograms. Open to all students by audition.(Duplicates credit in former MUEN 223 andMUEN 423). Graded CR/NC.

324 University Band (1, max 8, FaSp)Rehearsal and performance of standard reper-toire. Open to all students by audition.(Duplicates credit in former MUEN 224 andMUEN 424.) Graded CR/NC.

325 Wind and Percussion Chamber Music(1, max 8, FaSp) Performance of chambermusic for wind and percussion instruments.Open to all students by audition. (Duplicatescredit in former MUEN 225 and MUEN425.) Graded CR/NC.

326 Guitar Ensemble (1, max 8, FaSp)Rehearsal and performance of literature com-posed, transcribed and arranged for smallensembles, including literature for smallensembles of guitar and other instruments, aswell as voice. (Duplicates credit in formerMUEN 226 and MUEN 426.) GradedCR/NC.

327 String Chamber Music (1, max 8, FaSp)Preparation and performance of small ensem-ble literature for strings. (Duplicates credit informer MUEN 227 and MUEN 427.) GradedCR/NC.

328 Keyboard Collaboration (1, max 4, FaSp)Preparation and performance of literature forpiano with voice and string, woodwind, brassand percussion instruments. (Duplicates creditin former MUEN 428.) Graded CR/NC.

329 Jazz Ensemble (1, max 8, FaSp)Rehearsal and performance of literature writ-ten for large jazz ensemble. Open to all stu-dents by audition. (Duplicates credit in for-mer MUEN 229 and MUEN 429.) GradedCR/NC.

330 Contemporary Music Ensemble(1, max 8, FaSp) Performance of 20th-century music; readings of student and fac-ulty compositions; experimental music; guestconductors, composers, performers; annualconcert series. (Duplicates credit in formerMUEN 230 and MUEN 430.) GradedCR/NC.

331 Guitar Big Band (1, max 8, FaSp)Rehearsal and preparation of big band litera-ture adapted for large guitar ensemble. Gui-tarists perform in place of the traditionaltrumpet, trombone and sax sections. GradedCR/NC.

332 Jazz Chamber Music (1, max 8, FaSp)Preparation and performance of literature forjazz chamber groups. Open to all students byaudition. (Duplicates credit in former MUEN232 and MUEN 432.) Graded CR/NC.

335 University Brass Band (1, max 8, FaSp)The study, rehearsal and performance ofstandard brass choir and brass band literature.(Duplicates credit in former MUEN 235 andMUEN 435.) Graded CR/NC.

344 Vocal Chamber Music (1, max 8, Fa)Study of solo ensemble vocal literature suchas duets, trios, quartets, madrigals, etc. Opento all students by audition. (Duplicates creditin former MUEN 244 and MUEN 444.)Graded CR/NC.

350 Early Music Ensemble (1, max 8, FaSp)Rehearsal and performance of vocal andinstrumental ensemble music of the Renais-sance and Baroque, with emphasis on cham-ber music for solo voices and bowed andplucked strings. Instrumentalists are requiredto perform on either their own or the school’shistorical instruments. Open to all students byaudition. (Duplicates credit in former MUEN250 and MUEN 450.) Graded CR/NC.

505 Vocal Jazz Ensemble (1, max 4, FaSp)Study and performance of vocal ensemble lit-erature from the Jazz idiom, with emphasison improvisational techniques. Open to grad-uate students by audition. (Duplicates creditin former MUEN 405.)

507 University Chorus (1, max 8, FaSp)Rehearsal and performance of choral litera-ture from all periods of music history. Opento all graduate students. (Duplicates credit informer MUEN 407).


508 USC Men’s Chorus (1, max 4, FaSp)Rehearsal and performance of choral reper-toire from all periods written for male voices.Open to all graduate students. (Duplicatescredit in former MUEN 408).

510 University Concert Choir (1, max 4,FaSp) Performance of choral works of allstyles and periods. Open to all graduate stu-dents by audition. (Duplicates credit in for-mer MUEN 410.)

511 USC Oriana Choir (1, max 4, FaSp)Rehearsal and performance of advancedchamber music written for women’s voices.Open to all graduate students by audition.(Duplicates credit in former MUEN 411.)

512 USC Chamber Choir (1, max 4, FaSp)Performance of vocal chamber music andchoral masterworks from the 16th century tothe present. Open to all graduate studentsby audition. (Duplicates credit in formerMUEN 412.)

514 Opera Chorus (1, max 4, FaSp) Studyand performance of operatic choruses andextended ensembles of all styles and periods.Open to all graduate students by audition.(Duplicates credit in former MUEN 414.)

520 USC Symphony (1, max 4, FaSp)Rehearsal and performance of orchestrarepertoire Open to all graduate studentsby audition. (Duplicates credit in formerMUEN 420.)

521 USC Concert Orchestra (1, max 4, FaSp)Rehearsal and performance of orchestrarepertoire. Open to all graduate students.Audition not required. (Duplicates credit informer MUEN 421.)

523 University Wind Ensemble (1, max 4,FaSp) Rehearsal and participation in concertprograms. Open to all graduate students byaudition. (Duplicates credit in formerMUEN 423.)

525 Wind and Percussion Chamber Music(1, max 4, FaSp) Performance of chambermusic for wind and percussion instruments.Open to all students by audition. (Duplicatescredit in former MUEN 425.)

526 Guitar Ensemble (1, max 4, FaSp)Rehearsal and performance of literature com-posed, transcribed and arranged for smallensembles, including literature for smallensembles of guitar and other instruments, aswell as voice. (Duplicates credit in formerMUEN 426.)

527 String Chamber Music (1, max 4, FaSp)Preparation and performance of small ensem-ble literature for strings. (Duplicates credit informer MUEN 427.)

528 Keyboard Collaboration (1, max 4, FaSp)Continuation of MUEN 328.

529 Jazz Ensemble (1, max 4, FaSp)Rehearsal and performance of literature writ-ten for large jazz ensemble. Open to all grad-uate students by audition. (Duplicates creditin former MUEN 429.)

530 Contemporary Music Ensemble (1, max4, FaSp) Performance of 20th-century music;readings of student and faculty compositions;experimental music; guest conductors, com-posers, performers; annual concert series.(Duplicates credit in former MUEN 430).

531 Guitar Big Band (1, max 4, FaSp)Rehearsal and preparation of big band litera-ture adapted for large guitar ensemble. Gui-tarists perform in place of the traditionaltrumpet, trombone and sax sections.

532 Jazz Chamber Music (1, max 4, FaSp)Preparation and performance of advancedliterature for jazz chamber groups. Open tograduate students, by audition.

535 University Brass Band (1, max 4) Thestudy, rehearsal and performance of standardbrass choir and brass band literature. (Dupli-cates credit in former MUEN 435).

544 Vocal Chamber Music (1, max 4, Fa)Study of solo ensemble vocal literature suchas duets, trios, quartets, madrigals, etc. Opento all graduate students by audition. (Dupli-cates credit in former MUEN 444.)

550 Early Music Ensemble (1, max 4, FaSp)Rehearsal and performance of vocal andinstrumental ensemble music of the Renais-sance and Baroque, with emphasis on cham-ber music for solo voices and bowed orplucked strings. Instrumentalists are requiredto perform on either their own or the school’shistorical instruments. Open to all graduatestudents by audition. (Duplicates credit informer MUEN 450.) Graded CR/NC.

628 Keyboard Collaboration (1, max 4, FaSp)Continuation of MUEN 328.

650 Early Music Ensemble (1, max 8, FaSp)Rehearsal and public performance of vocaland instrumental music of the Renaissanceand Baroque era; emphasis is on large- andsmall-scale chamber works. Instrumentalistsare required to perform on historicalinstruments.

MUSIC H ISTORY AND L I TERATURE(MUHL)

220x The Great Composers (4, FaSp) A sur-vey of the life and musical works of one ofthe great composers of Western art music. Noreading knowledge of music required. Notavailable for credit to music majors.

231 Music History (3, Fa) A study of themusical styles and genres from antiquity to c.1680 within their historical context. Detailedanalysis of selected works. (Duplicates creditin MUHL 385a.) Prerequisite: MUCO 132b,MUCO 133b.

232 Music History II (3, Sp) A study of themusical styles and genres from c. 1680 to c.1850 within their historical context. Detailedanalysis of selected works. (Duplicates creditin MUHL 385b.) Prerequisite: MUCO 132b,MUCO 133b.

302 Musical Cultures of the World (4, FaSp)Survey of the world’s major musical cultures;aesthetic and social values, theoretical sys-tems, musical style and structure, instru-ments, and performance traditions.

315x Music and Culture (4, FaSpSm) West-ern and non-Western music in its sociocul-tural context. Not available for credit to B.M.majors. Ability to read music highlyrecommended.

331 Music History III (3) A study of the musi-cal styles and genres from c. 1850 to the pre-sent within their historical context. Detailedanalysis of selected works. (Duplicates creditin former MUHL 280a.) Prerequisite: MUCO132b, MUCO 133b; recommended preparation:MUCO 232b, MUCO 233b.

332 Studies in Musical Culture (3) Specialmusical repertoires, issues, and critical prob-lems; emphasis determined by the depart-ment. (Duplicates credit in former MUHL280b.) Prerequisite: MUHL 331; recommendedpreparation: MUCO 232b, MUCO 233b.

333 Music History Review (1-2, FaSpSm)Supervised review of the materials covered inundergraduate music history courses for stu-dents whose music history examinations indi-cate the need for further study.

385ab Music from Antiquity to 1750(a: 3, Fa; b: 3, Sp) Musical styles and genres,performance practices, research methods, andrelated topics. Detailed analyses of selectedworks. Prerequisite: MUCO 232ab andMUCO 233ab.



403 Introduction to Armenian Music (2, Sp)Folk and church music; text, origins, genres,and general characteristics.

428 Women in Music (2, Irregular) Womenas composers, performers and teachers, fromthe Middle Ages to the present; women’s rolein non-western traditions; issues in feministmusic aesthetics.

471 Opera History and Literature (2, Irregular) Musical theatre — its historical,political, and economic foundations; signifi-cant milestones in opera; interrelationbetween the dramatic theatre, opera, concert,and church music. Prerequisite: for musicmajors, MUHL 331, MUHL 332; for non-music majors, MUHL 315x.

476 Music Criticism (2) Procedure and prac-tice in forming critical judgments of musicand in writing music criticism; practicaljournalism; professional and communityethics. Prerequisite: for music majors, MUHL331, MUHL 332; for nonmusic majors,MUHL 315x.

490x Directed Research (2-8, max 8,FaSpSm) Individual research and readings.Not available for graduate credit. Prerequisite:departmental approval.

499 Special Topics (2-4, max 8, FaSpSm)Selected topics of current interest.

560 Studies in World Music I (2, Fa) Theindigenous and syncretic musics of Africa,India, Indonesia, and the Balkan countries.Prerequisite: MUHL 570.

561 Studies in World Music II (2, Sp) Theindigenous and syncretic musics of the post-Soviet political landscape, the Far East, theMiddle East, and Latin America. Prerequisite:MUHL 570.

570 Research Materials and Techniques(2, FaSpSm) Introduction to music research,information science and technical writing.Required of all graduate students majoring inmusic.

572 Seminar in Notation (3, Fa) Musicalnotation of the Middle Ages, the Renais-sance, and Baroque; transcriptions and scor-ing. Text abbreviations and translations; edi-torial practice. Problems of modern notation.Prerequisite: MUHL 570.

573 Music of the Middle Ages (2, Sp;2 years, Sm) Chief musical developments inWestern Europe from the beginning of theChristian era to the middle of the 14th cen-tury. Prerequisite: MUHL 570.

574 Music of the Renaissance (2, Sp;2 years, Sm) Chief musical developments inWestern Europe from the middle of the 14thcentury to the end of the 16th. Prerequisite:MUHL 570.

575 Music of the Baroque Era (2, Fa; 2 years,Sm) Styles, forms, composers, and com-positions of the Baroque era. Prerequisite:MUHL 570.

576 Music of the Classical Period (2, Sp;2 years, Sm) Development of classical stylein symphonic music, opera, and chambermusic. Prerequisite: MUHL 570.

577 Music of the 19th Century (2, Fa;2 years, Sm) Vocal and instrumental musicof the Romantic era from late Beethoventhrough Brahms. Prerequisite: MUHL 570.

578 Music Since 1900 (2, FaSpSm) Musicaldevelopments in Europe and the Americasfrom 1900 to the present. Prerequisite:MUHL 570.

579 Studies in Music History (4, max 16,FaSp) Intensive study of major problems,issues, and interpretations in the history ofmusic. Prerequisite: MUHL 570.

580 Historical Perspectives in Jazz (2) Chiefmusical developments in the principal stylesof Jazz from their inception to the present.Prerequisite: graduate standing or departmen-tal approval.

583 Special Studies in Medieval Music(2, max 4, Irregular) Music problems andcomposers of the period. Specific emphasis tobe determined by the department. Prerequi-site: MUHL 570.

584 Special Studies in Renaissance Music(2, max 4, Irregular) Music problems andcomposers of the period. Specific emphasis tobe determined by the department. Prerequi-site: MUHL 570.

585 Special Studies in Baroque Music(2, max 6, Irregular) Music problems andcomposers of the period. Specific emphasis tobe determined by the department. Prerequi-site: MUHL 570.

586 Special Studies in the Music of theClassical Period, 1730-1800 (2, max 6,Irregular) Music problems and composers ofthe period. Specific emphasis to be deter-mined by the department. Prerequisite:MUHL 570.

587 Special Studies in the Music of the 19thCentury (2, max 6, Irregular) Music prob-lems and composers of the period. Specificemphasis to be determined by the depart-ment. Prerequisite: MUHL 570.

588 Special Studies in Music of the 20thCentury (2, max 6, Irregular) Music prob-lems and composers of the period. Specificemphasis to be determined by the depart-ment. Prerequisite: MUHL 570.

589 Seminar in Renaissance Repertoriesand Performance Practice (2, Sp) Study anddiscussion of Renaissance music sources andperformance practice treatises. Corequisite:MUHL 570.

590 Directed Research (1-12, FaSpSm)Research leading to the master's degree.Maximum units which may be applied to thedegree to be determined by the department.Graded CR/NC. Prerequisite: MUHL 570 anddepartmental approval.

591 Seminar in Baroque Repertories andPerformance Practice (2) Study and dis-cussion of Baroque music sources and per-formance practice treatises. Corequisite:MUHL 570.

594abz Master's Thesis (2-2-0) Credit onacceptance of thesis. Graded IP/CR/NC.

595 Seminar in Performance Practices(2, max 4) Scholarly preparation and authen-tic performance of music written beforec. 1770. Ornamentation and improvisation,tunings and temperaments, early languagepronunciation, historical instruments, etc.Prerequisite: MUHL 570.

599 Special Topics (2-4, max 8, Irregular)Selected topics of current interest.

681 Studies in Musicology (4, max 16, FaSp)Close study of musical repertories and issues(particularly ones transcending period divi-sions), with emphasis on recent scholarshipand methodologies. Prerequisite: MUHL 570.

683 Seminar in Medieval Music (2-3, max 6,Irregular) Problems and composers of theperiod; specific emphasis determined by thedepartment. Prerequisite: MUHL 570 anddepartmental approval.

684 Seminar in Renaissance Music (2-3,max 6, Irregular) Problems and composers ofthe period; specific emphasis determined bythe department. Prerequisite: MUHL 570 anddepartmental approval.


685 Seminar in Baroque Music (2-3, max 6,Irregular) Problems and composers of theperiod; specific emphasis determined by thedepartment. Prerequisite: MUHL 570 anddepartmental approval.

686 Seminar in Classical Music (2-3, max 6,Irregular) Problems and composers of theperiod; specific emphasis determined by thedepartment. Prerequisite: MUHL 570 anddepartmental approval.

687 Seminar in Romantic Music (2-3, max 6,Irregular) Problems and composers of theperiod; specific emphasis determined by thedepartment. Prerequisite: MUHL 570 anddepartmental approval.

688 Seminar in 20th-Century Music (2-3,max 6, Irregular) Problems and composers ofthe period; specific emphasis determined bythe department. Prerequisite: MUHL 570 anddepartmental approval.

695 Seminar in Music History (3, Sm)Chronological and systematic studies. Prerequisite: 12 units of graduate Music His-tory and Literature.

790 Research (1-12, FaSpSm) Research lead-ing to the doctorate. Maximum units whichmay be applied to the degree to be deter-mined by the department. Graded CR/NC.Prerequisite: MUHL 570 and departmentalapproval.

794abcdz Doctoral Dissertation (2-2-2-2-0,FaSpSm) Credit on acceptance of disserta-tion. Graded IP/CR/NC.

MUSIC INDUSTRY (MUIN)

270 Introduction to the Music Industry(4, Sp) A survey of the music business withemphasis on distribution of recorded music,music publishing, performance rights soci-eties, record companies, agents, personalmanagers and contracts. Open to musicindustry majors and minors only.

275ab Recording Arts Workshop (4-4, FaSp)Principles, techniques, and aesthetic possibil-ities of the recording studio chain and itsapplication to various media. Open to record-ing arts and music industry majors only.

280 Communications in the Music Industry (4) A survey of the music industrycommunications including radio, television,film, satellite communications, records, com-pact disc, cassette, cable and any future formsof transmission and delivery systems.

286 Record Production Management(2, FaSp) Function of the record producer,studio procedures, music business law, unionrelations, artist management, copyright andpublishing agreements, record companystructure.

287 The Business and Economics of theRecording Industry (2, Fa) Economic consid-erations of home, studio and location record-ing. equipment, labor, facilities, media, legaland tax considerations will be explored.

291 The Mixing Console (2, Fa) Professionalmixing console design, layout, operation, micpreamps, switching, VCAs, automation, com-puterized recall. Prerequisite: MUIN 275b.

305 MIDI and Computer Music Production(4, FaSp) Recording and editing MIDI anddigital audio using computer software. Mod-ern MIDI sequencing techniques for themusic, film and television industries. Recom-mended preparation: MUIN 270, MUIN 275b,MUIN 280.

340 Introduction to Sound Reinforcement(4, Sp) An introduction to the practicalapplication of large scale sound reinforce-ment for concerts, sporting events, churchservices and convention situations. Prerequi-site: MUIN 291.

360 Introduction to Music Law (4, FaSp)A study of entertainment law with a focuson the music industry. Areas of studyinclude contracts, domestic practices, inter-national practices, copyright protection,trademarks. Prerequisite: MUIN 270; corequi-site: MUIN 280.

370 Distribution of Recorded Music andMusic Publishing (4, Sp) A survey of variousmethods used to distribute music to the pub-lic. Record distribution, manufacturing, retailoutlets, accounting, publishing and perfor-mance rights. Prerequisite: MUIN 360.

377 Microphones and Their Applications (2)An in-depth study of microphones and theirapplications including design, operation,polarity patterns and multi-micing in locationand studio situations. Prerequisite: MUIN 291.

379ab Recording Studio Theory (a: 2, Fa;b: 2, Sp) Basic electronic concepts needed tounderstand operational parameters of a state-of-the-art recording studio; schematics, inter-face, capacitance, resistance, and problemsolving. Prerequisite: MUIN 275b.

380 Tape and Tape Recorders (2, Fa) Professional analog tape recorders and tapeincluding tape composition, formats, headdesign, logic, and locator design and opera-tion. Prerequisite: MUIN 275b.

385 Radio in the Music Industry (4, Fa)A survey of radio; its operation and effect onthe music industry. Topics include advertis-ing, playlists, program direction, FCC, net-works, news, promotion, payola and formatdevelopment.

389 Digital Equipment and Recording (2, Fa)Digital equipment including computers,sequencers, digital signal processors, digitalsynthesizers, MIDI, and rotary and stationarydigital recording. Prerequisite: MUIN 275b.

392ab Acoustics and Speaker Design (2-2, FaSp) Principles of acoustics relating tostudio construction, wall treatment and fur-nishings; natural reverberation, speaker mate-rials, passive and active crossovers, and timealignment. Prerequisite: MUIN 291.

425 Live Music Production and Promotion(4) A survey of the presentation of the livemusical experience. Both classical and popu-lar concert presentation will be examinedincluding venue selection, promotion andsecurity.

430 Artist Management and Development(4) A study of issues relating to the personalmanagement of music artists including nego-tiating contracts, image, career development,agents, touring, merchandising, fees andduties.

435 Manufacture and Distribution of Musical Products (4, Sp) An in-depth studyof musical instrument manufacture and distri-bution in the United States. Topics coveredinclude sheet music, instrument rentals,lessons and band operations.

440 Arts Management (4, Fa) A surveyof the management of non-profit and for-profit arts organizations with emphasis onfunding, donor development tax status andpromotion.

442 Operation of the Radio Studio (2, Fa)An in-depth study of radio studio technicaloperations. Topics include consoles, micro-phones, transmission considerations, net-works, satellites, and digital and analog pro-duction situations. Prerequisite: MUIN 275ab.

443 Supervision of Music for Television andFilm (4, Sp) Introduction to music designedfor synchronization to picture includinghistory of music in cinema, music editing,supervision, performance rights licensing,production and music scoring procedures.Prerequisite: MUIN 270.

445 International Music Industry (4, Sp)A survey of international operations of musicdistribution, publishing, touring, law, promo-tion, customs and practices. Prerequisite:MUIN 370.


446ab Computer Assisted Recording andEditing (2-2, FaSp) Techniques and applica-tions of recording and editing sound on per-sonal computers. Hardware, software, editingfor song, sound effects and dialog for film.

447 Radio Management (4, Fa) An in-depthstudy of radio management including staffing,revenue management, program development,communications, regulations and interna-tional networking. Prerequisite: MUIN 385.

448 Computer Music Notation and Preparation (2, FaSp) Techniques and princi-ples of computer music notation includingconventions of music notation, idiomaticpractices, preparation of significant scoretypes, and MIDI basics.

450 Practicum in Music Industry Issues(Internship) (2-4, max 8, FaSp) Field applica-tion of music industry theories and practices;part-time employment. Project jointlydefined by student, employer and professor.Junior or senior standing. Graded CR/NC.Prerequisite: MUIN 360.

476ab Advanced Sound Reinforcement (2-2,FaSp) Special problems of multimedia mixingwith simultaneous audio re-processing forlive performance situations including rigging,house mix, monitor mix, venues and powerdistribution.

477 Remote Recording Techniques (2, Sp)Special problems of location recording; spe-cialized equipment; microphone design andoperation. Prerequisite: MUIN 377.

478 Advanced Multichannel Remix (2, FaSp)Special problems of multichannel remixingwith simultaneous audio re-processing.Album, film, television and multimedia for-mats will be covered. Prerequisite: MUIN 291.

488ab Recording Studio Maintenance (2-2)Fundamentals needed to perform mainte-nance on professional audio equipmentincluding trouble-shooting, interface,and alignment procedures. Prerequisite:MUIN 275ab.

490 Directed Research (2-8, max 8) Individual research and readings. Not avail-able for graduate credit. (Duplicates credit informer MUPF 490.) Prerequisite: departmentalapproval.

493 Audio Signal Processing Equipment(2, FaSp) Principles and design characteristicsof digital and analog signal processing equip-ment including plate and digital reverbs, syn-chronizers, digital editing systems and mas-tering systems. Prerequisite: MUIN 291,MUIN 380.

494 Classical Music Recording (4, FaSm)Principles of classical music recording withemphasis on history, equipment, techniques,and locations. Differences in orchestral,choral, opera, and small ensemble recording.

498 Final Project (1, max 4, FaSp) Requiredfor students who are working on recordingprojects. Booking of studios, weekly reviewof projects and advice on procedures andprogress.

499 Special Topics (2, max 8) Selected topicsof current interest.

570 The Music Industry (4, FaSpSm) A grad-uate level survey of the music business withemphasis on distribution of recorded music,music publishing, performance rights soci-eties, musical products and live music.

575 Music Technology and Production(4, Fa) Fundamentals of audio recording.Focuses on the principles and applicationsof sound and hearing, recording systems andtheir components, and production techniques.

590 Directed Research (1-12) Researchleading to the master’s degree. Maximumunits which may be applied to the degree tobe determined by the department. (Dupli-cates credit in former MUPF 590). GradedCR/NC.


PERFORMANCE (EARLY MUSIC )(MPEM)

201 Individual Instruction (1 or 2, max 8,FaSpSm) Secondary instrument for lowerdivision students. (Duplicates credit in for-mer MUPF 201.)


450 Collegium Workshop (1, max 8, FaSp)Study and rehearsal of music of the MiddleAges, Renaissance, and Baroque; technique,interpretation, improvisation, and ornamenta-tion. Open to all students. (Duplicates creditin former MUPF 450.)





553 Individual Instruction (1, 2, or 4, max 8, FaSpSm) (Duplicates credit in formerMUPF 553.)



650 Collegium Directing (2, max 4) Practicaltraining in the direction of a CollegiumMusicum or other early music ensemble; pro-gram planning, repertory search and prepara-tion, historical instrumentation and arranging,rehearsal procedure, improvisational tech-niques, and maintenance of instruments.(Duplicates credit in former MUPF 650.)


754 Artist Diploma Performance (4, max 16,FaSpSm) Individual instruction and relatedlab participation for Artist Diploma students.


PERFORMANCE (GU ITAR) (MPGU)



120abcd Beginning Pop/Rock Guitar (2-2-2-2,FaSpSm) Introduction to the performancetechnique of pop/rock guitar as well as musictheory fundamentals, exploring repertoireby artists such as The Beatles and DaveMatthews. (Duplicates credit in formerMUPF 120ab.)

121 Intensive Beginning Pop/Rock Guitar(4, FaSp) Introduction to the performancetechnique of pop/rock guitar as well as musictheory fundamentals, exploring repertoire by artists such as The Beatles and DaveMatthews. (Duplicates credit in formerMUPF 120ab.)

125 Beginning Fingerstyle/Chord Guitar (2, FaSp) Basic fingerstyle guitar, learnedthrough the study of such pieces as“Greensleeves,” “Malaguena,” and “Minuet”(Bach); song accompaniment patterns andmusic notation for the beginner. (Duplicatescredit in former MPGU 124a.)

126 Easy Fingerstyle Beatles (2, FaSp) Tech-niques of classical guitar applied to the studyof five to eight Beatles songs, from “HeyJude” to “Blackbird.” No guitar or back-ground music required. (Duplicates credit informer MPGU 124b.)


158 Guitarists in the U.S. (2) Study of thelives and music of influential guitarists; analy-sis of musical and technical details. Open toall university students. (Duplicates credit informer MUPF 158.)

159 Functional Skills for Studio Guitarists I(2) Study of technique, theory and aural skillsas applied to guitar; fingerboard organizationof melodic and chordal topics; sight reading.(Duplicates credit in former MUPF 159.)


257 Classical Guitar Performance Class(2, max 8, FaSp) Technical problems; soloand ensemble literature; interpretation; pro-fessional preparation. Required of first andsecond year Classical Guitar majors eachsemester in residence. (Duplicates credit informer MUPF 257.)

258 Functional Skills for Studio Guitarists I(2, max 4, FaSp) Melodic and chordal topicsapplied to the total fingerboard; successfulcompletion required for junior standing.(Duplicates credit in former MUPF 258.)Prerequisite: MPGU 159.

259 Functional Skills for Classical Guitarists I(2, Fa) Fundamentals of music theory experi-enced through the medium of the classicalguitar. Topics include analysis of importantguitar works, basso continuo realization,arranging, and improvisation. Recommendedpreparation: MUCO 232a.

300x Non-Major Individual Instruction (1-2,max 16, FaSpSm) Intermediate and advancedinstruction designed for non-music majors.Not available for credit to music majors.(Duplicates credit in former MPGU 201and MPGU 401.) Recommended preparation:MPGU 101x.

301 Individual Instruction (1-2, max 16,FaSpSm) Intermediate and advanced instruc-tion on secondary instrument for musicmajors, on principal instrument for musicminors and B.A. music majors. Open only tomusic majors and minors. (Duplicates creditin former MPGU 201 and MPGU 401.)

335 Jazz Guitar Master Class (1, FaSp)Explore the music of Joe Diorio, WesMontgomery and John Coltrane in a masterclass setting.


357 Advanced Classical Guitar Techniques(2, Sp) An in-depth exploration of the mostadvanced facets of classical guitar technique.Recommended preparation: MPGU 257.

358 Performance Practices for Studio Guitarists (2, max 4) Rehearsal procedures;stage deportment; interpretation of solo andensemble literature; preparation for recitalsand professional performance. (Duplicatescredit in former MUPF 358.) Prerequisite:MPGU 258.

390 Special Problems (1-4, Irregular) Supervised, individual studies. No more thanone registration permitted. Enrollment bypetition only. (Duplicates credit in formerMUPF 390.)

415 Studio Guitar Pedagogy (2) Teachingtechniques and literature; function of thehands; acoustical properties of instruments.(Duplicates credit in former MUPF 415.)

416 Evolution of the Guitar in the UnitedStates (3) Historical survey of styles, litera-ture and performance practice; emphasis onplaying technique and interpretation. A time-line study relating guitar to popular musicand historical events. (Duplicates credit informer MUHL 416.)

417 Classical Guitar Pedagogy (2) Teachingtechniques and literature; function of thehands; acoustical properties of instruments.(Duplicates credit in former MUPF 417.)

426 Classical Guitar History and Literature(3, Fa) A survey of music for the guitar, luteand vihuela from 1500 to the present. (Dupli-cates credit in former MPGU 426a and for-mer MUHL 426a.) Recommended preparation:MUHL 332.

427 Advanced Topics in Classical GuitarHistory and Literature (3, Sp) An in-depthstudy of major works for lute, vihuela andclassical guitar, with emphasis on early musicand the music of the 10th century. (Dupli-cates credit in former MPGU 426b and for-mer MUHL 426b.) Recommended preparation:MPGU 426.

428ab Improvisation and Arranging forGuitarists (3-3) Principles of improvisationand impromptu arranging; comparison andapplication of techniques and musical stylesof the various kinds of guitars and relatedfretted instruments. (Duplicates credit in for-mer MUPF 328ab.)


457 Classical Guitar Performance Class(2, max 8, FaSp) Technical problems; soloand ensemble literature. Required of all thirdand fourth year classical guitar majors eachsemester in residence. (Duplicates credit informer MUPF 457.)

458 Current Electric Guitar Styles (2)Analysis and performance of music and tech-niques currently in use in the recording, TVand motion picture studios; includes study ofrecordings, videos and guitar equipment.(Duplicates credit in former MUPF 458.)Prerequisite: departmental approval.

459 Functional Skills for Classical Guitarists II(2, Sp) Advanced theory and composition onthe guitar. Weekly analysis exercises, arrang-ing projects and studies in improvisation andornamentation are directed toward creatingan original solo or chamber work for guitar.Recommended preparation: MUCO 232b,MUCO 233b.








557 Advanced Classical Guitar PerformanceClass (1, max 4) Study of advanced classicalguitar solo and ensemble literature; interpre-tation; professional preparation and other top-ics appropriate for group study. (Duplicatescredit in former MUPF 557.) Prerequisite:bachelor’s degree with music major; principalinstrument, classical guitar.

558 Advanced Studio Guitar PerformanceClass (1, max 4) Study of advanced studioguitar and ensemble literature; interpretation;professional preparation and other topicsappropriate for group study. (Duplicatescredit in former MUPF 558.) Prerequisite:bachelor’s degree with music major; principalinstrument, studio guitar.



754 Artist Diploma Performance (4, max 16, FaSpSm) Individual instructionand related lab participation for ArtistDiploma students.


PERFORMANCE (KEYBOARDSTUDIES ) (MPKS)

150abcd Beginning Piano (2-2-2-2, FaSp)Techniques of performance, note reading,and basic musicianship. Not open to musicmajors. (Duplicates credit in formerMUPF 150abcd.)


160ab Functional Skills for KeyboardMajors I (a: 2, Fa; b: 2, Sp) Sight-reading andprinciples of style as related to intermediateliterature; c-clef and open score reading;improvisation and functional harmony. Intro-duction to standard reference works, periodi-cals. Required of all keyboard majors. (Dupli-cates credit in former MUPF 160ab.)

170ab Introduction to Piano Repertoire andPerformance (a: 1, Fa; b: 1, Sp) Survey ofbasic piano repertoire and styles through lec-ture, discussion, and performance. a: LateBaroque through Beethoven; b: Schubert tothe present. (Duplicates credit in formerMUPF 170ab.) Prerequisite: piano perfor-mance major status or departmental approval.

228 Four-Hand Keyboard Repertoire(1, max 4, FaSp) Preparation and performanceof literature for piano duets and duo-piano.(Duplicates credit in former MUEN 228.)

250ab Keyboard Instruction I (2-2, FaSp)Beginning and elementary instruction;emphasis on reading skills, harmonization,transposition, score reading, improvisation;group instruction in a keyboard laboratoryfacility.


260ab Functional Skills for Keyboard MajorsII (2-2, FaSp) Sight-reading and principles ofstyle as related to lower advanced literature;extended score reading; improvisation andfunctional harmony. Mini-survey; basic key-board literature. (Duplicates credit in formerMUPF 260ab.) Prerequisite: MPKS 160b.

300x Non-Major Individual Instruction (1-2, max 16, FaSpSm) Intermediate andadvanced instruction designed for non-musicmajors. Not available for credit to musicmajors. (Duplicates credit in former MPKS201 and MPKS 401.)

301 Individual Instruction (1-2, max 16,FaSpSm) Intermediate and advanced instruc-tion on secondary instrument for musicmajors, on principal instrument for musicminors and B.A. music majors. Open only tomusic majors and minors. (Duplicates creditin former MPKS 201 and MPKS 401.)

350ab Keyboard Instruction II (2-2, FaSp)Intermediate and advanced instruction;development of reading, performance andimprovisation skills necessary for proficiencyexaminations. Group and individualizedinstruction in a keyboard laboratory facility.Prerequisite: MPKS 250b.


360ab Accompanying (a: 2, Fa; b: 2, Sp)Techniques of vocal and instrumental accom-panying. (Duplicates credit in formerMUPF 360ab.)


431ab Piano Pedagogy: Introduction andPracticum (2-2, FaSp) The learning process atthe keyboard; pedagogy and methodology ofbeginning methods. Studio/group instruction:children/adults. MPKS 431a: survey andobservation. MPKS 431b: practice teaching:beginners. (Duplicates credit in formerMUPF 431ab.) Prerequisite: MPKS 253,MPKS 260b.

435 Technology of the Pianoforte andHarpsichord (2, Irregular) Analysis of tech-nical innovations and maintenance of thepianoforte and harpsichord as related to musi-cal performance. (Duplicates credit in formerMUPF 436.)

450ab Piano Pedagogy: Intermediate Litera-ture and Functional Skills (a: 2, Fa; b: 2, Sp)Methods, study of college curriculum key-board classes. Studio/group instruction. Busi-ness practices; audition, interview tech-niques. 450a: Survey and observation. 450b:practice teaching; secondary piano classes.(Duplicates credit in former MUED 450ab.)Prerequisite: a: MPKS 431b; b: MPKS 450a ordepartmental approval.




472ab Piano History and Literature (a: 2, Fa;b: 2, Sp) Solo piano literature; emphasis oncomposers’ influences, performance practicesand the development of the pianoforte.a: Late Baroque through Beethoven. b:Schubert to the present. (Duplicates credit in former MUHL 472ab.) Prerequisite: formusic majors, MUHL 331, MUHL 332; fornonmusic majors, MUHL 315x and depart-mental approval.

481 Interpretation of Baroque Music(2, max 6, FaSp) Repertoire and performancepractice in music of the period: style, phras-ing, embellishments, dynamics, improvisa-tion, tempi. Performance in class of solo andensemble works, instrumental and vocal.




520 Special Studies in Solo Repertoire forPiano (2, max 12, FaSp) Historical, stylisticand pedagogical aspects of solo repertoire.Special emphasis to be determined by thedepartment. (Duplicates credit in formerMUPF 520.)




560 Song Interpretation Master Class(2, max 12, FaSp) For advanced singers andpianists. (Duplicates credit in formerMUPF 560.)

561 Chamber Music Interpretation MasterClass (2, max 12, FaSp) For advancedpianists and instrumentalists. (Duplicatescredit in former MUPF 561.)





PERFORMANCE (STR INGS) (MPST )



163 Beginning Harp (2, max 8, FaSp) Basicinstruction in the fundamentals of solo harpplaying, note reading, and basic musician-ship. Open to music and non-music majors.(Duplicates credit in former MUPF 163abcd.)


262 Double Bass Performance Class(1, max 4, FaSp) Study of solo and orchestrarepertoire, professional preparation, andteaching techniques. Required of all first andsecond year double bass majors each semes-ter in residence. (Duplicates credit in formerMUPF 262.) Prerequisite: music major ordepartmental approval.

263 Harp Performance Class (1, max 4, FaSp)Study of solo and orchestra repertoire, profes-sional preparation, and teaching technique.Required of all first and second year harpmajors each semester in residence. (Dupli-cates credit in former MUPF 263.) Prerequi-site: music major or departmental approval.

300x Non-Major Individual Instruction (1-2, max 16, FaSpSm) Intermediate andadvanced instruction designed for non-musicmajors. Not available for credit to musicmajors. (Duplicates credit in former MPST201 and MPST 401.) Recommended prepara-tion: MPST 101x.

301 Individual Instruction (1-2, max 16,FaSpSm) Intermediate and advanced instruc-tion on secondary instrument for musicmajors, on principal instrument for musicminors and B.A. music majors. Open only tomusic majors and minors. (Duplicates creditin former MPST 201 and MPST 401.)


390 Special Problems (1-4, Irregular) Super-vised, individual studies. No more than oneregistration permitted. Enrollment by petitiononly. (Duplicates credit in former MUPF 390.)


462 Double Bass Performance Class(1, max 8, FaSp) Continuation of MPST 262.Required of all third and fourth year doublebass majors each semester in residence.(Duplicates credit in former MUPF 462.) Prerequisite: music major or departmentalapproval.

463 Harp Performance Class (1, max 8, FaSp)Continuation of MPST 263. Required of allthird and fourth year harp majors each semes-ter in residence. (Duplicates credit in formerMUPF 463.) Prerequisite: music major ordepartmental approval.

471ab String Pedagogy (a: 2, Fa; b: 2, Sp)Survey of teaching literature; techniques ofteaching beginning, intermediate, andadvanced students. (Duplicates credit in for-mer MUPF 471ab.)

472 Orchestra Repertoire - Strings (2, max 8,FaSp) Orchestral literature for string players,covering a broad spectrum of the repertoire;emphasis on preparation for auditions.(Duplicates credit in former MUPF 472.)






554 Graduate Certificate Performance (4, max 16, FaSpSm) Individual instructionand related lab participation for GraduateCertificate students.





PERFORMANCE (VOCAL ARTS )(MPVA)


141 Class Voice (2, max 4, FaSp) Introduc-tion to the fundamental principles of singing:breath control, tone production, diction, andthe use of appropriate song material. (Dupli-cates credit in former MUPF 141.)

153 Individual Instruction (1, 2, or 4, max 8,FaSpSm) Weekly individual instruction andvocal performance forum. (Duplicates creditin former MUPF 153.)

203ab Acting for Singers I (2-2, FaSp) Useof dramatic techniques in the interpretationand performance of music; basic acting tech-niques for the operatic and recital stages; sen-sory exercises, movement, improvisation,relaxation and make-up. (Duplicates credit informer MPVA 303 and former MUPF 303.)Recommended preparation: MPVA 153.

241 Intermediate Class Voice (2, max 4,FaSp) Continued development of the funda-mentals of singing, diction, and repertoirebuilding. (Duplicates credit in formerMUPF 241.) Prerequisite: MPVA 141 ordepartmental approval.


300x Non-Major Individual Instruction (1-2, max 16, FaSpSm) Intermediate andadvanced instruction designed for non-musicmajors. Not available for credit to musicmajors. (Duplicates credit in former MPVA201 and MPVA 401.) Recommended prepara-tion: MPVA 101x.

301 Individual Instruction (1-2, max 16,FaSpSm) Intermediate and advanced instruc-tion: secondary emphasis for music majors,principal emphasis for music minors and B.A.music majors. Open only to music majors andminors. (Duplicates credit in former MPVA201 and MPVA 401.)



402 Musical Theatre Workshop (2, max 8,Irregular) Stylistic and technical features ofdramatic and musical elements involved inperformance of American musical and stan-dard operetta repertoire; staging of scenes.(Duplicates credit in former MUPF 402.) Prerequisite: departmental approval.

403 Acting for Singers II (2, max 8, FaSp)Continuation of MPVA 203ab. Acting ofoperatic roles in different periods and styles;specific recital and audition techniques.(Duplicates credit in former MUPF 403.) Recommended preparation: MPVA 203ab.

404 Word and Music in Opera (2, max 8,Irregular) Performance class for singers andpianists; analysis of recitatives, arias, andensembles of various operatic styles; studyof the technique of effective musical deliv-ery. By audition only. (Duplicates credit informer MUPF 404.) Recommended preparation:MPVA 203ab.

405 USC Opera (2, max 12, FaSp) Prepara-tion, rehearsal, and performance of operaticworks and excerpts; study of different oper-atic styles; public appearances. By auditiononly. (Duplicates credit in former MUPF 405.)

406 Opera Coaching Techniques (2, max 8,Irregular) Score study for pianists, coaches,and conductors; role analysis; transcriptiontechniques for one or two pianos of anorchestral score. (Duplicates credit in formerMUPF 406.)

407 Directing for the Operatic Stage(2, max 8, FaSp) Various approaches to oper-atic style; basic blocking; stage management.Student direction of scenes produced inUSC Opera. (Duplicates credit in formerMUPF 407.)

438 Vocal Pedagogy (2, Fa) Voice physiologyand function. (Duplicates credit in formerMUPF 438.)

439 Vocal Pedagogy Practicum (2, Sp) Peda-gogical approaches and methodology; practiceteaching. (Duplicates credit in formerMUPF 441b.) Prerequisite: MPVA 438.

442ab Diction (a: 2, Fa; b: 2, Sp) Principlesof pronunciation and enunciation; use ofinternational phonetic alphabet. a: Frenchand Italian. b: German and English. (Dupli-cates credit in former MUPF 442ab.)

443 Cantata and Oratorio (2, 2 years, Fa)Historical survey of literature, style andperformance practice; emphasis on perform-ing solo and small ensemble sections oflarger works. (Duplicates credit in formerMUPF 443.)

453 Individual Instruction (1, 2, or 4, max 8,FaSpSm) Weekly individual instruction andvocal performance forum (Duplicates creditin former MUPF 453.)

479 Song Literature (2, max 4, FaSp) Songliterature of Italy, France, Germany, Russia,Norway, Sweden, England, America; compar-ative analysis of various composers and theirinfluence on song literature. (Duplicatescredit in former MUHL 479.) Prerequisite: formusic majors, MUHL 331, MUHL 332; fornonmusic majors, MUHL 315x.


490x Directed Research (2-8, max 8,FaSpSm) Individual research and readings.Not available for graduate credit. (Duplicatescredit in former MUPF 490x.) Prerequisite:departmental approval.



540 Special Studies in Vocal Literature(2, max 6, Sp) Art song, concert and operaticrepertoire. Emphasis to be determined bythe department. (Duplicates credit in formerMUPF 540.)

541 Comparative Vocal Pedagogy(2, 2 years, Sp) Survey of pedagogical sourcesfrom early 17th century to present; major his-toric figures, terminologies and methods; rel-evance to modern-day singing and teachingpractice. (Duplicates credit in formerMUPF 541.)

544 Acoustics of Speech and Singing Pro-duction (2, Irregular) Acoustic properties ofphonation and articulation in speech andsinging production; survey of experimentalliterature; suggestions for practical applicationof knowledge. (Duplicates credit in formerMUPF 544.)




590 Directed Research (1-12, FaSpSm)Research leading to the master's degree.Maximum units which may be applied to thedegree to be determined by the department.Graded CR/NC. (Duplicates credit in formerMUPF 590.)

653 Individual Instruction (1, 2, or 4, max 8,Fa) Weekly individual instruction and vocalperformance forum. (Duplicates credit in for-mer MUPF 653.)

754 Artist Diploma Performance (4, max 16, FaSpSm) Individual instructionand related lab participation for ArtistDiploma students.


PERFORMANCE (WIND ANDPERCUSS ION) (MPWP)



252 Individual Instrument PerformanceClass I (1, max 4, FaSp) Solo and orchestrarepertoire, professional preparation, reedmaking, and other matters appropriate togroup study. Required of all first and secondyear wind and percussion majors each semes-ter in residence. (Duplicates credit in formerMUPF 252.)


300x Non-Major Individual Instruction (1-2, max 16, FaSpSm) Intermediate andadvanced instruction designed for non-musicmajors. Not available for credit to musicmajors. (Duplicates credit in former MPWP201 and MPWP 401.) Recommended prepara-tion: MPWP 101x.

301 Individual Instruction (1-2, max 16,FaSpSm) Intermediate and advanced instruc-tion on secondary instrument for musicmajors, on principal instrument for musicminors and B.A. music majors. Open only tomusic majors and minors. (Duplicates creditin former MPWP 201 and MPWP 401.)



452 Individual Instrument PerformanceClass II (1, max 4, FaSp) Solo and orchestrarepertoire, professional preparation, reedmaking, and other matters appropriate togroup study. Required of all third and fourthyear wind and percussion majors each semes-ter in residence. (Duplicates credit in formerMUPF 452.)


481 Interpretation of Baroque Music(2, max 6, FaSp) Repertoire and performancepractice in music of the period: style, phras-ing, embellishments, dynamics, tempi. Per-formance in class of solo and ensembleworks, instrumental and vocal. (Duplicatescredit in former MUPF 481.)

482 Interpretation of Classic, Romantic, and20th Century Wind and Percussion Music(2) Analysis and performance of 18th, 19th,and 20th century ensemble music, octetthrough symphonic band; historical perspec-tives of instruments including technicaldevelopments. (Duplicates credit in formerMUPF 482.)




551 Individual Instrument PerformanceClass III (1, max 2, FaSp) Solo and orchestrarepertoire, professional preparation, reedmaking, and other matters appropriate togroup study. Intended for M.M. wind andpercussion majors.

552 Individual Instruction (1 or 2, max 8)Instruction for students enrolled in theAdvanced Studies certificate program.


554 Graduate Certificate Performance (4, max 16, FaSpSm) Individual instructionand related lab participation for GraduateCertificate students.






SCHOOL OF MUSIC (MUSC)

310 Computer Recording for the Perform-ing Musician (2, FaSp) Fundamentals ofcomputer music production for music stu-dents. Recording and editing multitrack digi-tal audio using computer software. Open tomusic majors only, with the exception ofmajors in music industry.

400m The Broadway Musical: Reflection ofAmerican Diversity, Issues, and Experiences(4, FaSpSm) Selected Broadway musicalsserve as a catalyst for inquiry into humandiversity, cross-culturalism, and significantsocial and political issues. (Duplicates creditin former MUED 400m.)

410 Movement Training for Musicians(2, max 4, FaSp) Movement training formusicians, stressing body awareness and con-trol through a combination of dance andmind/body techniques. Includes alignment,energy flow, relaxation techniques, music/movement coordination. (Duplicates credit informer MUPF 410.)

422 The Beatles: Their Music and TheirTimes (4) Music, lyrics, recordings, produc-tion techniques, career strategy, social ramifi-cations, and especially the technologicalimpact of the musical group known asThe Beatles. (Duplicates credit in formerMUPF 422.)

423 Classic Rock: Popular Music of the Sixties and Seventies (2) Critical examinationof the lyrics, structure, associated mythology,technology, and evolving styles of popularmusic reflecting the turbulent societalchanges during the Sixties and Seventies.(Duplicates credit in former MUPF 423.)

430m Music and the Holocaust (4, FaSp)Study of the creation and performance ofHolocaust-related music from 1933 to the pre-sent, including interaction with other arts.

450m The Music of Black Americans(4, FaSp) The musical contribution ofAfricans and African Americans to Americansociety. Musical genres and the relationshipbetween music and society will be topics forexamination.

460 Film Music in the Sound Era: Historyand Function (4, FaSp) A survey of the artand craft of film music as practiced by out-standing composers in motion pictures since1930.


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