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MUS 2300
Music Theory 1
In this first theory course you will review the fundamentals of music (rhythm, scales, key signatures, reading and writing), followed by a
detailed study of harmony, intervals, keyboard harmony and melodic and choral analysis. You will apply your knowledge in composition
of traditional and contemporary music. (3)
MUS 2310
Music Theory 2
In this second theory course you will review the fundamentals of music (rhythm, scales, key signatures, reading and writing), followed by
a detailed study of harmony, intervals, keyboard harmony, and melodic and choral analysis. You will apply your knowledge in composition
of traditional and contemporary music. (3)
Prerequisite: MUS 2300
MUS 3100
Music in the Church Setting
In this course you will analyze the function of music in the church, including services of worship, edification, and evangelism, with a goal
toward developing an appreciation of various styles of music, including contemporary and traditional literature. You will also address
song-leading skills and worship team leadership. (3)
MUS 3300
Music Theory 3
In this continuation of the study of music theory, you will focus on advanced sight-singing and ear training, dictation and transcription,
keyboard harmony, writing in three and four parts, and introduction to contemporary chord symbol notation. (3)
Prerequisites: MUS 2310
MUS 3302
Music Theory 4
In this continuation of the study of music theory, you will focus on advanced sight-singing and ear training, dictation and transcription,
keyboard harmony, writing in three and four parts, and introduction to contemporary chord symbol notation. (3)
Prerequisites: MUS 3300
MUS 3422
Arranging Skills for the Church Musician
In this course you will begin arranging for vocal and instrumental groups in the local church, with an emphasis on contemporary “praise
and worship” styles. You will learn about writing for the rhythm section, two- to four-part vocal writing, and basic orchestration
techniques. (3)
Prerequisites: MUS 3302
MUS 3700
Music in Cross-Cultural Settings
In this course you will discover the music of various cultures from around the world and will investigate current efforts and apply biblical
guidelines to the development of ethnic hymnody. (3)
MUS 3950
Faculty Directed Study in Music
This is an independent study available to juniors and seniors by special arrangement with the instructor. Consult with your academic
advisor. (1-6)
MUS 4200
History of Western Music
In this course you will explore Western “classical” music from the Middle Ages to the present, with an emphasis on the developments of
each historical period. (3)
MUS 4202
History of Music in the Christian Church
This course focuses exclusively on music for the Christian church from the Middle Ages through the end of the 20th Century, and you will
examine trends and issues in each period, while being challenged to develop your own philosophy of church music in light of the
Scriptures. (3)
MUS 4400
Field Experience in Music
This course is designed to offer you ministry skills experience within the discipline, providing opportunity for the upperclassman to gain
competency and confidence within related vocations. Experiential learning requirements are defined by your program and assessed by
the program faculty. A minimum of 50 clock hours of direct experience is required for a unit of credit, and advisor approval is required. (1)
Repeatable
MUS 4406
Conducting
In this course you will discover the manual techniques of conducting and song leading, including beat patterns, cues, attacks, releases,
dynamics, and expressive styles, with emphasis on choral conducting, tone production, and choral rehearsal techniques. You will be
encouraged to give particular attention to the leadership needs of the local church, including leading large and small vocal and
instrumental ensembles and praise teams. (3)
MUS 4810
Contemporary Christian Worship
In this course you will begin to examine the many facets of music ministry in today’s church, including service planning, worship
philosophy, sound reinforcement and recording, musical/drama production, team building, and contemporary worship styles. Segments
may be taught by a variety of specialists. (3)
MUS 4898
Recital
A requirement for music majors that involves a 45-60 minute public recital in your primary performance area consisting of music selected
from your private studies. (0)
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