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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)
MUS 4899
Piano Proficiency Exam
This is a requirement for music majors that involves a demonstration of competency in all the keyboard skills described in the Piano
Proficiency Handbook. (0)
MUS 4930
Internship in Music
This is an independent study available to juniors and seniors by special arrangement with the instructor. You will demonstrate skills in an
on-site experience in a church, recording studio, camp, or other location appropriate to your area of interest and specialization. Consult
with your academic advisor. (1-6)
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Class Lessons
MUS 1652
Class Guitar: Beginning
(1)
MUS 1653
Class Guitar: Intermediate
(1)
MUS 1672
Class Piano: Beginning
(1)
Private Lessons
MUS 2501
Private Studies in Voice – Beginner, 30 minutes
(1)
MUS 2511
Private Studies in Voice –Beginner, 60 minutes
(2)
MUS 2651
Private Studies in Guitar – Beginner, 30 minutes
(1)
MUS 2621
Private Studies in Guitar – Beginner, 60 minutes
(2)
MUS 2671
Private Studies in Piano – Beginner, 30 minutes
(1)
MUS 2611
Private Studies in Piano – Beginner, 60 minutes
(2)
MUS 4501
Private Studies in Voice – Advanced, 30 minutes
(1)
MUS 4521
Private Studies in Voice –Advanced, 60 minutes
(2)
MUS 4651
Private Studies in Guitar – Advanced, 30 minutes
(1)
MUS 4621
Private Studies in Guitar – Advanced, 60 minutes
(2)
MUS 4671
Private Studies in Piano – Advanced, 30 minutes
(1)
MUS 4611
Private Studies in Piano – Advanced, 60 minutes
(2)
MUS 4511
Pri te Studies in Contemporary Voice
These lessons emphasize developing skills and repertoire for use in church services and public ministry settings emphasizing
contemporary vocal styles. The course may be repeated once for credit. (1-2)
Prerequisites: One year of college-level vocal study and
permission f instructor
MUS 2503, 4503
Vocal Ensemble Ministry Teams
These ensembles have an emphasis on ministry, not only through musical performance, but also through a lifestyle of servanthood. (1)
By
permission of the instructor
MUS 2504, 4504
Vocal Ensemble Ambassador Singers
Ambassador Singers is composed of 20-25 members who are selected by audition for the academic year. Selections occur during the first
week of the Fall semester and a small number of slots may be filled during the first week of the Spring semester. The singers minister
regularly for local churches, organizations, and school events throughout the school year. Some out-of-town tours also may be scheduled.
Members are required to attend all scheduled rehearsals and sectionals. (1)
MUS 2523, 4523
Vocal En emble Praise Team
The Praise and Worship team is a group of vocalists and instrumentalists that leads the CIU family in worship through a blend of
traditional and contemporary worship music. (1)
By audition
MUS 2524, 4524
Vocal Ensemble: Gospel Choir
This choir prepares and performs contemporary gospel choral music, and is open by audition to all students, staff, and faculty. Several
performances on and off campus will be the focus of rehearsals. (1)
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