Academics
Music Degrees
Bachelor of Science in Music
The Bachelor of Science in Music is a liberal arts degree for students who wish to major in music, irrespective of their specific career goals. We offer General, Theory/Literature and Performance tracks, with each providing solid instruction in music theory, history, and performance.
Many BS alumni have chosen professions outside of music, e.g. medicine, dentistry, law, physical therapy, radio/communication, and business. Others have entered the music profession directly or continued their education in well-respected music graduate programs.
General track
- 46 credit hours of music coursework
- An ideal companion for a second major or pre-professional curriculum
Theory and Literature track
- 50 credit hours of music coursework
- For students attracted to the academic aspects of music study
Performance track
- 57-59 credit hours of music coursework
- For students focused on developing their performance skills, as soloists and ensemble members
- Students must exhibit solid preparation upon entering university
Curriculum PDFs
BS in Music—Theory and Literature Track
B.Mus. in Music Education—Vocal/General Endorsement (Keyboard Concentration)
B.Mus. in Music Education—Vocal/General Endorsement (Voice Concentration)
B.Mus. in Music Education—Instrumental Endorsement
Music-Major Standing
To obtain freshman standing as a music major, students must:
- Qualify for MUCT 111—Music Theory by taking a written music theory test.
- Qualify for MUPF 189—Concentration by auditioning before the music faculty. Keyboard skills are assessed for all incoming students.
Aptitude must be demonstrated through an application filed toward the end of the freshman year before the student is accepted into one of the music-major tracks. Continuation in the music program is contingent upon satisfactory progress toward a degree, measured by regular assessment checkpoints.
Bachelor of Science in Music
Hours
MUCT 111-112—Music Theory I,II6
MUCT 121-122—Aural Theory I,II2
MUCT 211-212—Music Theory III, IV6
MUCT 221-222—Aural Theory III, IV2
MUHL 218—Music Styles & Repertories3
MUPF 273—Basic Conducting1
MUHL 320—Music in the Middle Ages & Renaissance (W)2
Select two (2) of the following courses:
MUHL 321—Music in the Late Renaissance and Baroque (W)2
MUHL 322—Classic and Romantic Music (W)2
MUHL 323—Music in the Twentieth and Twenty-First Centuries (W)2
Appropriate MUPF Ensembles (3 hrs. must be upper division)8
Required Courses
MUPF 189—Concentration4
MUPF 389—Concentration3
MUPF 489—Senior Recital2
Upper Division Theory Elective3
Required Courses
MUPF 189—Concentration4
MUPF 389—Concentration4
MUCT 313—Orchestration & Arranging
or MUCT 315—Compositional Techniques3
MUCT 413—Analysis of Musical Forms3
MUHL 485—Music Seminar2
MUPF 273—Basic Conducting1
Cognate Requirement
French or German through the beginning level6
Students are accepted into this track by audition only.
MUPF 189—Concentration8
MUPF 389—Concentration6
MUPF 489—Senior Recital2
MUCT 413—Analysis of Musical Forms3
Cognate Requirement
French or German through the beginning level6
Voice majors may elect Italian
Piano Majors
MUED 316—Piano Pedagogy2
MUPF 289—Accompanying1,1
Voice Majors
MUED 317—Voice Pedagogy2
MUPF 225-226—Singers' Diction I,II2,2
Organ Majors
MUED 318—Organ Pedagogy2
Orchestra/Band Instrument Majors
MUPF 334—Chamber Music1,1
MUPF 344—Instrumental Literature2
Bachelor of Music in Music Education
The Bachelor of Music in Music Education is a professional degree designed for students seeking licensure as music educators. Students choose either the Vocal/General or the Instrumental endorsement, with dual endorsement available. Graduates enter the professional teaching field directly, or pursue advanced music study at the graduate level.
- 70-74 credit hours of music coursework
- Degree carries K-12 certification, qualifying students to teach music at elementary, middle, and/or secondary levels.
- 100% job placement of recent graduates
Bachelor of Music in Music Education, K-12 Certification
Hours
MUCT 111-112—Music Theory I,II6
MUCT 121-122—Aural Theory I,II2
MUCT 211-212—Music Theory III, IV6
MUCT 221-222—Aural Theory III, IV2
MUCT 313—Orchestration & Arranging3
MUHL 218—Musical Styles & Repertories3
MUHL 320—Music in the Middle Ages & Renaissance (W)2
Select two (2) of the following courses:
MUHL 321—Music in the Late Renaissance and Baroque (W)2
MUHL 322—Classic and Romantic Music (W)2
MUHL 323—Music in the Twentieth and Twenty-First Centuries (W)2
MUPF 273—Basic Conducting1
MUPF 373—Choral Conducting2
MUPF 374—Instrumental Conducting2
Appropriate MUPF Ensembles (3 hrs. must be upper division)8
Voice Concentration
Concentration12
MUED 317—Voice Pedagogy2
MUPF 225—Singer's Diction I2
MUPF 489—Senior Recital2
Music Elective2
Keyboard Concentration - 24 Hours
Concentration (piano or organ)12
Applied Music (voice)4
MUED 317—Voice Pedagogy2
MUPF 279—Service Playing (Organ Majors)1,1or MUPF 289—Accompanying (Piano majors)
MUPF 489—Senior Recital2
MUED 316—Piano Pedagogy2or MUED 318—Organ Pedagogy
Concentration (one instrument: wind, string, or percussion) 12
Applied Music (one instrument from family outside of concentration 1,1)2
MUED 236—String Methods and Techniques2
MUED 246—Brass Methods and Techniques2
MUED 256—Woodwind Methods and Techniques2
MUED 266—Percussion Methods and Techniques2
MUED 489—Senior Recital2
Students seeking dual endorsement must complete all coursework in one of the above endorsements, plus six additional hours from the following list.
MUED 246—Brass Methods and Techniques2
MUED 256—Woodwind Methods and Techniques2
MUED 266—Percussion Methods and Techniques2
MUED 317—Voice Pedagogy2
MUPF 129—Applied Voice1,1
MUPF 225—Singer's Diction I1
MUED 250—Technology in Music Education2
MUED 331—Music in the Elementary School3
MUED 332—Music in the Secondary School3
MUED 439—Pre-Student Teaching Seminar1
EDUC 129—Introduction to and Foundations of Elementary Education3or EDUC 138—Intro to and Foundations of Secondary Education
EDUC 331—Educational Theory and Assessment3
EDUC 338—Foundations of Inclusive Education3
EDUC 343—Learning Theories and Classroom Management3
EDUC 419—Philosophy and Leadership in Christian Education (W)3
EDUC 434—Reading and Writing in the Content Areas2
EDUC 464—Teaching Seminar2
EDUC 473—Enhanced Student Teaching K-1210
Area R-1
RELB 125—Life and Teachings of Jesus 3
Area R-2
RELT 138—Adventist Heritage 3
RELT 255—Christian Beliefs 3
Area R-4
Upper division RELB/RELT elective course 3
Area IN-1
NOND 101—Southern Connections 1
Area IN-2
ENGL 101—Critical Thinking in Academic Reading and Writing I 3
ENGL 102—Critical Thinking in Academic Reading and Writing II 3
Area IN-3
COMM 135—Communication and Public Speaking 3
Area IN-4
MATH 215—Statistics 3
Area IN-5
CPTE 100—Computer Concepts 1
Area IN-6
HIST course 3
Area IN-7
BIOL, CHEM, ERSC or PHYS 3
Area IN-8
PSYC 128—Developmental Psychology 3
Area IN-10
MUHL 218—Musical Styles and Repertories 3*(fulfilled within the major)
Area P-1a
PEAC 125—Fitness for Collegiate Life 1
Area P-1b
Two 1-credit ADAC, OLAC, PEAC, or RECR courses 2
Area P-1c
PEAC 425—Fit For Hire 1
Minor in Music
Hours
MUCT 111-112—Music Theory I and II3, 3
MUHL 218—Musical Styles and Repertories3
MUPF 189—Concentration1,1
MUPF 273—Basic Conducting1
MUPF 389—Concentration1,1
Ensemble (at least two hours must be upper division)4
Select one of the following courses:
MUHL 320—Music in the Middle Ages & Renaissance (W)2
MUHL 321—Music in the Late Renaissance & Baroque (W)2
MUHL 322—Classic & Romantic Music (W)2
MUHL 323—Music in the Twentieth and Twenty-First Centuries (W)2
Questions?
Ken Parsons
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