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258 │COLUMBIA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY 2017-2018│ COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
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 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 25-35 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 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. A
minimum of 50 clock hours of direct experience is required for a unit of credit. Consult with your academic advisor. (1-4)
Repeatable.
Applied Music
Class Lessons
MUS 1502
Class Voice: Beginning
(1)
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 2681
Private Studies in Strings – Beginner, 30 minutes
(1)
MUS 2691
Private Studies in Woodwinds – 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 4681
Private Studies in Strings – Advanced, 30 minutes
(1)
MUS 4611
Private Studies in Piano – Advanced, 60 minutes
(2)
MUS 4511, 4531
Private Studies in Contemporary Voice
These lessons emphasize developing skills and repertoire for use in church services and public ministry settings emphasizing
contemporary vocal styles. (1-2)
Repeatable; Prerequisites: Two years of college-level vocal study and permission of 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)