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MUS 209 Keyboard Musicianship II

Further development of musicianship, with emphasis on keyboard repertoire, harmonization, accompanying, score reading, analysis of diatonic and chromatic materials, transpositions of instruments, composition and improvisation. Topics include further study in meter and rhythm, scales, intervals, triads and seventh chords, chord inversion, non-chord tones, phrase structure and form, and jazz scales and chords.

MUS 212 Composition

This course explores elements of music composition, including rhythm, melody, harmony and form. Focus is on the application of these elements through individual and group composition projects and performances in class.

MUS 229 Chamber Choir-Audition Only

Chamber Choir is the premier mixed-voice vocal ensemble on campus. Admission to the group is by competitive audition, and membership is normally limited to sixteen singers. The Chamber Choir is committed to the highest musical and artistic standards in presenting a wide variety of music. Each semester, the choir normally presents one major concert, sings one or two Masses at the Cathedral of St. Helena, takes a two or three-day tour, and performs for special events on and off campus.

MUS 230 Chamber Choir-Audition Only

Chamber Choir is the premier mixed-voice vocal ensemble on campus. Admission to the group is by competitive audition, and membership is normally limited to sixteen singers. The Chamber Choir is committed to the highest musical and artistic standards in presenting a wide variety of music. Each semester, the choir normally presents one major concert, sings one or two Masses at the Cathedral of St. Helena, takes a two or three-day tour, and performs for special events on and off campus.

MUS 231 Jazz Band-Audition Only

Jazz Band is open to instrumentalists by audition only, and students must register for the course in order to participate. Repertoire includes diverse styles such as swing, blues, Latin, and standards. There is also work with improvisation and jazz theory. Rehearsals are twice per week, and 2-3 performances are scheduled on campus each semester, plus occasional performances off campus.

MUS 232 Jazz Band-Audition Only

Jazz Band is open to instrumentalists by audition only, and students must register for the course in order to participate. Repertoire includes diverse styles such as swing, blues, Latin, and standards. There is also work with improvisation and jazz theory. Rehearsals are twice per week, and 2-3 performances are scheduled on campus each semester, plus occasional performances off campus.

MUS 235 String Ensemble

Open to String Players: Violin, Viola, Cello and String Bass. The Ensemble will rehearse and perform a variety of music that is appropriate for the college level string ensemble. The String Ensemble will perform at a semester end concert, as well other playing opportunities within Carroll Colleges departments, Talent Shows, and possible tours locally or with Carroll College Choir.
Prerequisites:  Private or high school orchestra experience of at least 3 years.  Permission of instructor required.

MUS 236 String Ensemble

Open to String Players: Violin, Viola, Cello and String Bass. The Ensemble will rehearse and perform a variety of music that is appropriate for the college level string ensemble. The String Ensemble will perform at a semester end concert, as well other playing opportunities within Carroll Colleges departments, Talent Shows, and possible tours locally or with Carroll College Choir.

Prerequisites: Private or high school orchestra experience of at least 3 years.  Permission of instructor required.

MUS 261 Music Appreciation

An introduction to the fine-art music tradition of Western civilization. Intended to acquaint the listener and non-musician with the basic repertoire of concert music through a survey of significant compositions and innovations from each major style period. Emphasis on guided listening; concert attendance required.  No previous background in music is required.

MUS 289 Special Topic

Special Topics courses include ad-hoc courses on various selected topics that are not part of the regular curriculum, however they may still fulfill certain curricular requirements. Special topics courses are offered at the discretion of each department and will be published as part of the semester course schedule - view available sections for more information. Questions about special topics classes can be directed to the instructor or department chair.