Music (Including Dance) Courses

Skills on note reading, melodic patterns, chord progressions, finger technique, transposition, harmonization, improvisation and sight-reading. Cannot be audited. Two hours each week. 1 credit. (EL)

Performance of keyboard repertoire from folk to classical. Broadens skill development begun in 040. Cannont be audited. Two hours each week. 1 credit (EL)

Basic vocal technique for beginning singers. Performance for other students in informal classroom setting. Cannot be audited. Two hours each week. 1 credit (EL)

Development of basic guitar performance skills; music notation and terminology; technique; performance and interpretation; repertoire in classical guitar. Two hours each week. Cannot be audited. Prerequisite: none. 1 credit (EL)

Meets three hours each week. 1 credit (EL)

Basic modern dance skills, concepts, and techniques. Awareness of movement, physical strength and coordination of the body and proper body alignment. Two hours each week. 1 credit (EL)

Continuation of studies begun in 071. Two hours each week. Prerequisite: 071 or consent of instructor. 1 credit (EL)

Basic tap dance skills including flap, shuffle, pull back, riffs, time steps, and breaks. Analysis of rhythm through movement. Combining steps into phrases and short dances. Two hours each week. 1 credit (EL)

Basic jazz dance skills, concepts and techniques. Awareness of movement, physical strength and coordination of the body, and proper body alignment. Two hours each week. 1 credit (EL)

Basic ballet skills, concepts and techniques. Awareness of movement, physical strength and coordination of the body, focus on proper body alignment. Two hours each week. 1 credit (EL)

Continuation of studies begun in 075. Two hours each week. Prerequisite: 075 or consent of instructor. 1 credit (EL)

Continuation of studies begun in 076. Two hours each week. Prerequisite: 076 or consent of instructor. 1 credit (EL)

Basic tap dance skills, concepts and techniques developing more complex skills and routines. Two hours each week. 1 credit (EL)

An introduction to specific dances from various countries in Africa. Introduces fundamental movements and rhythms from many different styles of traditional African dance. Builds technique and flexibility. 1 credit (EL)

Continuation of studies begun in 074. Two hours each week. Prerequisite: 074 or consent of instructor. 1 credit (EL)

Stage movement to enhance the sensitivity and technique of the musical stage actor. Specialized movement for the winter musical, including choreography. Two hours each week for technique plus rehearsals for production. Prerequisite: audition. 1 credit (EL)

Elementary aspects of notation: pitch, scales, intervals, keys and key signatures, note value, meter, time signatures, triads and rhythm. 3 credits. (CS)

$425/credit fee. 1-2 credits

All-male chorus consisting of singers from across campus and community; performance of variety of musical styles written for male voices; focus on building healthy singing technique and ensemble musicianship. Most performances on or near campus. Full-year commitment in ensemble is recommended. No audition required. 1 credit.

All-female chorus of singers from across campus; performance of variety of musical styles written for treble voices; focus on building healthy singing technique and ensemble musicianship. Most performances on or near campus. Full-year commitment in ensemble is recommended. No audition required. 1 credit

Prerequisite: advisory audition. 1 credit.

Prerequisite: audition. 1 credit

Prerequisite: audition. 1 credit

Prerequisite: advisory audition. 1 credit

Prerequisite: audition. 1 credit

1. Woodwinds2. Flute Choir 3. Brass 4. Miscellaneous-Instrumental 5. Strings 6. Women's Vocal Ensemble 7. Musical Theatre-Instrumental 8. Musical Theatre-Vocal 9. Miscellaneous-Vocal
The different chamber ensemble sections are identified by term and by section numbers on the course listings. Prerequisite: audition. 1 credit

Prerequisite: audition. 1 credit.

Performance of opera and musical theatre scenes. Rehearsal one hour per week, increasing to more intense schedule prior to performance. Offered spring. 1 credit.

Melodic and harmonic analysis, four-part writing and voice leading, harmonic progression, techniques of harmonization and non-harmonic tones. Elementary exercises in original composition and in analysis. Three hours each week. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. 2 credits.

Ear training and sight singing skills. Materials generally parallel 121. Taken concurrently with 121. Two hours each week. 1 credit.

Four-part writing and voice leading; studies of seventh chords, secondary dominants, modulation to closely related keys, borrowed chords and introduction to augmented sixth chords. Exercises in analysis and composition with emphasis on instrumental and keyboard works. Three hours each week. Prerequisites: 121 and 122. Taken concurrently with 124. 2 credits.

Continuation of studies begun in 122 which generally parallel studies in 123. Taken concurrently with 123. Two hours each week. 1 credit.

Materials, forms, and vocabulary used in music. Styles and genres of music literature. Representative composers from each historical period. Development of listening skills. 3 credits. (CS)

The essence of jazz music. Knowledgeable listening. Historical and sociological background of jazz and the people who created it. 3 credits. (CS or US)

Study and appreciation of American Popular Music through multicultural and social perspectives. African, European, Asian, Latin, and Native-American influences on American Popular Music of the twentieth and twenty-first centuries including Jazz, Rock, Ska, Reggae, Hip Hop, Rhythm & Blues, Salsa, Heavy Metal, etc. Offered alternate years. 3 Credits. (CS or US)

For music majors. Skills on note and clef reading, melodic patterns, chord progressions, finger technique, transposition, harmonization, improvisation, and sight-reading. Diverse repertoire and class performance. Cannot be audited. Two hours each week. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. 1 credit.

For music majors. A continuation of 140 at a more intensive level. Skills on note and clef reading, melodic patterns, chord progressions, finger technique, transposition, harmonization, improvisation, and sight-reading. Diverse repertoire and class performance. Cannot be audited. Two hours each week. Prerequisite: 140 with a grade of B or better or consent of instructor. 1 credit.

Vocal technique for those with some previous knowledge who seek improvement as soloists and/or choral singers. Study through classical literature and classroom performances. Cannot be audited. Two hours each week. Prerequisite: 042 or consent of instructor. 1 credit.

Continuation of 044. Cannot be audited. Two hours each week. Prerequisite: 044 or consent of instructor. 1 credit.

1 credit

1-2 credits

Additional study of augmented sixth chords, altered dominants, Neapolitan sixth chord, diminished seventh chords, chromatic mediants, foreign key modulation and 9th, 11th and 13th chords. Advanced exercises in original composition and in analysis. Three hours each week. Prerequisites: 123/124. Taken concurrently with 222. 2 credits.

Advanced ear training and sight singing skills to parallel 221. Chromatic musical styles. Taken concurrently with 221. Two hours each week. 1 credit.

Evolution of harmonic tonality into 20th century compositional techniques: ultrachromaticism, denial of harmonic function, impressionism, twelve tone technique, serialism, and other compositional devices. Short original compositions and analytical problems as preparation for upper level theory. Three hours each week. Prerequisites: 221/222. Taken concurrently with 224. 2 credits.

Continuation of studies begun in 222 with some emphasis on 20th century musical styles. Two hours each week.Taken concurrently with 223. 1 credit.

Introduction to the practical application of computers, synthesizers and audio equipment in classical and popular music. Prerequisite: 121 or consent of the instructor. 3 credits.

Primarily for music majors, minors, and students with strong backgrounds in music. In-depth as well as broad coverage of the following: materials, forms, and vocabulary used in music; styles and genres of music literature; representative composers from each historical period; development of listening skills. Prerequisite: 121 or consent of the instructor. 3 credits. (CS or VP)

Phonetic study of Italian, French, and German. Emphasis on applying diction skills through performing solo voice repertoire. Corequisite: Applied Music - Voice. 3 credits.

For music majors. A continuation of 140/141 at a more intensive level. Skills on note and clef reading, melodic patterns, chord progressions, finger technique, transposition, harmonization, improvisation, and sight-reading. Diverse repertoire and class performance. Cannot be audited. Prepares the music education major for the required piano proficiency. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. 1 credit.

For music majors. A continuation of 240 at a more intensive level. Skills on note and clef reading, melodic patterns, chord progressions, finger technique, transposition, harmonization, improvisation, and sight-reading. Diverse repertoire and class performance. Cannot be audited. With successful completion of this course with a grade of B or better, the music education major fulfills the required piano proficiency. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. 1 credit.

Study of and experience with the basic techniques of choral and instrumental conducting. Prerequisite: 123 or consent of instructor. 2 credits.

Techniques and practices in organ playing. Exercises in keyboard and pedaling; discussion of registration; regular prepared performances of standard pieces in the repertory. Exposure to the art of organ building and historical compositional practices. Prerequisite: Intermediate level piano with repertoire including Eight Little Preludes and Fugues (J.S. Bach), Microcosmos Book III (Bartok), and Kindersangen (Schumann) or by audition. 2 credits.

A study of the three main areas of American contribution to the world's music: classical music, musical theatre, and jazz. 3 credits. (CS or US)

An introduction to the study and appreciation of music in selected non-western cultures of the world. 3 credits. (CS or GP)

Musical styles, genres, composers, performing forces, and performance practice of music 1600-1827. For music majors and minors only. Prerequisites: 121, 123, MLGR 101, 102, or consent of instructor. Offered fall in Vienna. 3 credits. (CS or VP)

Background for planning enjoyable educational musical experiences in the classroom. Meets the Oregon Department of Education requirement for preparation of classroom teachers for music teaching. Should be taken prior to student teaching. 3 credits. (CS)

Survey of all major musical forms with a comprehensive discussion of appropriate analytical techniques and practical application to analytical projects. Two hours each week. Prerequisites: 223, 224 and consent of instructor. 2 credits. (MWI)

Beginning study of orchestration with a survey of instruments and their use in small and large ensemble writing. Application through orchestration and performance of assigned projects. Two hours each week. Prerequisites: 223, 224 and consent of instructor. 2 credits.

Counterpoint and contrapuntal forms used to refine and develop techniques begun in lower level theory. Survey of major contrapuntal forms and techniques with application to counterpoint projects. Two hours each week. Prerequisites: 223, 224 and consent of instructor. 2 credits.

Methods and materials, including practical and artistic components, needed for teaching music at the elementary level. Extensive off-campus observation and possible aiding or teaching in the public schools. 2 credits.

Basic playing technique for each of the four-stringed instruments; violin, viola, cello, and bass. Bowing, finger patterns, notations, and discussion of methods for teaching strings. Two hours each week. Offered in alternate years. 1 credit.

Basic playing techniques for flute, oboe, bassoon, clarinet, and saxophone. Basic embouchures, fingerings, reed problems, instrument care, and methods of teaching woodwinds. Two hours each week. Offered in alternate years. 1 credit.

Basic playing techniques for trumpet, trombone, horn, baritone, and tuba. Basic embouchures, fingerings, and slide techniques. Instrument care and discussion of methods for teaching brass. Two hours each week. Offered in alternate years. 1 credit.

Basic playing techniques for snare drum, tympani, cymbals, and other percussion instruments. Writing and performing small scale pieces for class performance. Methods for teaching percussion. Two hours each week. Offered in alternate years. 1 credit.

Methods and materials, including practical and artistic components, needed for teaching choral music at the secondary level. Extensive off-campus observation and possible aiding or teaching in the public schools. 2 credits.

Methods and materials, including practical and artistic components, needed for teaching instrumental music at the secondary level. Extensive offcampus observation and possible aiding or teaching in the public schools. 2 credits. (MWI)

A detailed study of one sub-area of the art song repertoire chosen from: a) the German Lied; b) the French melodie; c) Russian song of the Romantic Period; d) the contemporary American art song. 4 credits.

Musical style, forms, composers, and media. Performance practice of compositions from the 20th century. Prerequisites: 221 and 233, or consent of instructor. 3 credits. (CS)

A study of art and popular music to create awareness and inform attitudes about women's contributions. Topics include performers and composers, characterizations of women in music literature, current gender ideology, and past and present cultural values affecting women's participation in music. 3 credits. (CS or GP)

Music literature, style, forms, composers, media, and performance practices of music through 1750. Prerequisites: 123 and 233, or consent of instructor. 3 credits. (CS)

Musical styles, forms, composers, media, and performance practice of music from 1750 to 1900. Prerequisites: 123 and 233, or consent of instructor. 3 credits. (CS)

Several days spent at a music festival. Discussion sessions and lectures about music heard. Reading about composers and genres represented on the program. 1 credit.

For students who have passed Junior standing. $55 usage fee. 1-2 credits

Advanced techniques in choral and instrumental conducting. Score selection with in-depth analysis. Includes final conducting project with selected group. Prerequisite: 243. 2 credits.

Development and practical application of techniques for teaching voice/choir in the classroom and private studio. For the music education and vocal performance concentrations. Research and observation, with experience teaching fellow students. Three hours each week. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. Offered in alternate years. 2 credits.

Work with both instrumentalists and vocalists exploring the various techniques involved in accompanying the sonata, art song or lied, solo concerto, operatic aria, American popular music, and the dance studio. Meets two hours a week. Prerequisites: one year of music theory, one year of music history, and piano skills of the intermediate to advanced level. Offered in alternate years. 2 credits.

Materials for the beginner through the advanced performer. Basic keyboard technique; standard keyboard repertoire from the 18th century to the present including art music as well as contemporary American idioms; application in the teaching setting. Meets two hours a week. Prerequisites: one year of music theory, one year of music history, and piano skills of intermediate to advanced level. Offered in alternate years. 2 credits.

Advanced study and/or research in theory, applied music pedagogy, musicology, or music education. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. 1-5 credits.

1-5 credits (EL)

Advanced study on a topic of special interest to the student, generally in the form of research or musical analysis. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. 3 credits. (MWI)

Preparation and presentation of applied music or composition repertoire in the student's applied area, under the instructor’s supervision. Prerequisite: three years of prior applied study or equivalent. Recital subject to pre-recital jury examination before public presentation. 1 credit. (MWI)

Final culminating project for Music Composition-Theory students. May focus on a significant composition for multiple instruments and/or voice with a supporting paper, a set of pieces composed for a specific purpose with presentation and supporting paper, or a theoretical issue in music theory with paper and presentation of findings. 1 credit. (MWI)