The Washington State University Catalog

The online catalog includes the most recent changes to courses and degree requirements that have been approved by the Faculty Senate, including changes that are not yet effective. Courses showing two entries of the same number indicate that the course information is changing. The most recently approved version is shown first, followed by the older version, in gray, with its last-effective term preceding the course title. Courses shown in gray with only one entry of the course number are being discontinued.

Courses

Music (MUS)

102 Piano 2 (0-6) May be repeated for credit.

103 Voice 2 (0-6) May be repeated for credit.

151 Music Fundamentals I 3 Notation and performance of music fundamentals: pitch, rhythm, scales, key signatures, and intervals.

152 Music Fundamentals II 3 Prereq Mus 151. Notation and performance of music fundamentals: melody, rhythm, scales, intervals, key signatures, triads; preparatory for Mus 251.

153 [H] Musical Style in Composition 3 Introduction to musical style in composition, history, and analysis including theory fundamentals, history survey, and beginning composition.

160 [H] Survey of Music Literature 3 Exploration of predominantly western music through demonstrations, performances, lectures, concerts, and discussions.

163 (Effective through Summer 2009) [G] World Music 3 Exploration of music from a global perspective through demonstrations, performances, lectures and discussion.

181 Class Piano I 1 (0-3) May be repeated for credit; cumulative maximum 2 hours. For music majors/minors and elementary education majors only. By audition only. Pedal, sight reading, transposition, playing by ear, chord progressions ,melody harmonization and improvisation.

182 Class Piano II 1 (0-3) May be repeated for credit; cumulative maximum 2 hours. By audition only. Continuation of Mus 181. Scales, arpeggios, blocked and broken chords; repertoire to complement individual skills, theoretical knowledge and improvisation.

201 Organ 2 (0-6) May be repeated for credit.

202 Piano 2 (0-6) May be repeated for credit.

203 Voice 2 (0-6) May be repeated for credit. Prereq c// in Mus 431, 432, or by interview only.

204 Horn 2 (0-6) May be repeated for credit.

205 Trumpet 2 (0-6) May be repeated for credit.

206 Trombone 2 (0-6) May be repeated for credit.

207 Baritone 2 (0-6) May be repeated for credit.

208 Tuba 2 (0-6) May be repeated for credit.

209 Percussion 2 (0-6) May be repeated for credit.

210 Violin 2 (0-6) May be repeated for credit.

211 Viola 2 (0-6) May be repeated for credit.

212 Violoncello 2 (0-6) May be repeated for credit.

213 Contrabass 2 (0-6) May be repeated for credit.

214 Flute 2 (0-6) May be repeated for credit.

215 Oboe 2 (0-6) May be repeated for credit.

216 Clarinet 2 (0-6) May be repeated for credit.

217 Bassoon 2 (0-6) May be repeated for credit.

218 Saxophone 2 (0-6) May be repeated for credit.

251 Materials and Structures of Music I 3 By examination. Overtones, melody, rhythm, intervals, tonality, modality, penta-scales, two-voiced counterpoint, analytical techniques, composition.

252 Applied Theory I 1 (0-3) By examination. Ear training, conducting, rhythmic reading, sight singing, keyboard, dictation.

253 Materials and Structures of Music II 3 Prereq Mus 251, 252. Writing, analysis of three- and four-voiced homophonic and contrapuntal music, diatonic emphasis, seventh chords, modulation.

254 Applied Theory II 1 (0-3) Prereq c// in Mus 253. Ear training, sight singing, keyboard.

256 Seminar in Composition 1 May be repeated for credit; cumulative maximum 4 hours. Prereq Mus 353 or c//. By interview only. Original writings in small forms.

257 Jazz Theory 2 Introduction to jazz theory; chord symbols, extended harmony, scales and modes, voicing, bass lines and substitutions.

258 Introduction to Jazz Improvisation 2 May be repeated for credit; cumulative maximum 4 hours. Introduction to jazz improvisation.

262 [H] Rock Music: History and Social Analysis 3 History and analysis of rock music related to its African American origins, its societal role, and its diverse development and impact.

265 [G] Native Music of North America 3 Music and ceremonialism as a reflection of realities in North American native cultures, past and present.

275 Special Topics: Study Abroad V 1-15 May be repeated for credit. S, F grading.

281 Class Piano III 1 (0-3) May be repeated for credit; cumulative maximum 2 hours. Prereq Mus 182. By audition only. Principles, functional keyboard and improvisation.

301 Organ 2(0-6) or 4(0-12) May be repeated for credit.

302 Piano 2(0-6) or 4(0-12) May be repeated for credit.

303 Voice 2(0-6) or 4(0-12) May be repeated for credit. Prereq c// in Mus 431, 432, or by interview only.

304 French Horn 2(0-6) or 4(0-12) May be repeated for credit.

305 Trumpet 2(0-6) or 4(0-12) May be repeated for credit. 2 (0-6)

306 Trombone 2(0-6) or 4(0-12) May be repeated for credit.

307 Baritone 2(0-6) or 4(0-12) May be repeated for credit.

308 Tuba 2(0-6) or 4(0-12) May be repeated for credit.

309 Percussion 2(0-6) or 4(0-12) May be repeated for credit.

310 Violin 2(0-6) or 4(0-12) May be repeated for credit.

311 Viola 2(0-6) or 4(0-12) May be repeated for credit.

312 Violoncello 2(0-6) or 4(0-12) May be repeated for credit.

313 Contrabass 2(0-6) or 4(0-12) May be repeated for credit.

314 Flute 2(0-6) or 4(0-12) May be repeated for credit.

315 Oboe 2(0-6) or 4(0-12) May be repeated for credit.

316 Clarinet 2(0-6) or 4(0-12) May be repeated for credit.

317 Bassoon 2(0-6) or 4(0-12) May be repeated for credit.

318 Saxophone 2(0-6) or 4(0-12) May be repeated for credit.

319 Secondary Performance Study 2 (0-4) May be repeated for credit; cumulative maximum 16 hours. Prereq certified music major. Instruction on instruments or voice other than major performing medium.

351 Materials and Structures of Music III 3 Prereq Mus 253, 254. Vertical, linear and formal relationships of chromatic music; writing, analysis, coordinated with aural study.

352 Applied Theory III 1 (0-3) Prereq Mus 254. Continued musical development in ear training, sight singing, applied theory, keyboard dictation.

353 Materials and Structures of Music IV 3 Prereq Mus 351. Vertical, linear and formal relationships of 20th century music; writing, analysis, listening.

354 Applied Theory IV 1 (0-3) Prereq Mus 352. Continued development in ear training, sight singing, keyboard and dictation, emphasizing 20th century music.

359 [M] History of Music: Antiquity to 1650 3 Mus 251; Mus 252; Eng 101. Development and change in the musical culture from antiquity to 1650.

360 [M] History of Music: 1650 - 1850 3 Prereq Mus 251; Mus 252; Mus 359; Engl 101. Development and change in musical culture from 1650 to 1850.

361 [M] History of Music: 1850 - Present 3 Prereq Mus 251; Mus 252; Mus 360; Engl 101. Development and change in musical culture from 1850 to the present.

362 [H,D] History of Jazz 3 History of jazz in chronological sequence; social and political contexts of the African-American origins of jazz; stylistic developments.

363 [G,D] Women in Music 3 Interdisciplinary examination of the way gender intersects with race and class to affect American women in music.

364 Introduction to Sound Recording Technology 3 Music, audio and recording technology throughout history and its influence on society and culture.

371 Diction for Singers I 2 Italian and English; International Phonetic Alphabet; fundamental diction principles, applied to each language and oriented to needs of the singer.

372 Diction for Singers II 2 Prereq Mus 371. French and German; International Phonetic Alphabet; fundamental diction principles, applied to each language and oriented to needs of the singer.

388 Music for the Classroom Teacher 2 For elementary education majors. Prereq Mus 153 or satisfactory score on music fundamentals test administered by music faculty; admission to Teacher Certification Program. Singing, movement, listening and instrumental methods/resources for K-8 grades.

392 Woodwind Pedagogy 1 (0-4) Pedagogy, methods and techniques for woodwind instruments; fundamental approaches to teaching woodwind instruments.

393 Percussion Pedagogy 1 (0-4) Pedagogy, methods and techniques for woodwind instruments; fundamental approaches to teaching percussion instruments.

394 Brass Pedagogy 1 (0-4) Pedagogy, methods and techniques for woodwind instruments; fundamental approaches to teaching brass instruments.

401 Organ 2(0-6) or 4(0-12) May be repeated for credit.

402 Piano 2(0-6) or 4(0-12) May be repeated for credit.

403 Voice 2(0-6) or 4(0-12) May be repeated for credit. Prereq c// in Mus 431, 432, or by interview only.

404 French Horn 2(0-6) or 4(0-12) May be repeated for credit.

405 Trumpet 2(0-6) or 4(0-12) May be repeated for credit.

406 Trombone 2(0-6) or 4(0-12) May be repeated for credit.

407 Baritone 2(0-6) or 4(0-12) May be repeated for credit.

408 Tuba 2(0-6) or 4(0-12) May be repeated for credit.

409 Percussion 2(0-6) or 4(0-12) May be repeated for credit.

410 Violin 2(0-6) or 4(0-12) May be repeated for credit.

411 Viola 2(0-6) or 4(0-12) May be repeated for credit.

412 Violoncello 2(0-6) or 4(0-12) May be repeated for credit.

413 Contrabass 2(0-6) or 4(0-12) May be repeated for credit.

414 Flute 2(0-6) or 4(0-12) May be repeated for credit.

415 Oboe 2(0-6) or 4(0-12) May be repeated for credit.

416 Clarinet 2(0-6) or 4(0-12) May be repeated for credit.

417 Bassoon 2(0-6) or 4(0-12) May be repeated for credit.

418 Saxophone V 2 (0-6) to 4 (0-12) May be repeated for credit.

428 Opera Workshop 1 (0-4) May be repeated for credit. By audition only. Public performance may be required.

429 (Effective through Summer 2009) Crimson Company Quartet 1 (0-4) May be repeated for credit. By audition only. SATB. All styles of popular music; public performances required.

430 (Effective through Summer 2009) Crimson Company Show Choir 2 (0-8) May be repeated for credit. By audition only. Popular music performances with choreography. Public performances required.

431 Concert Choir 1 (0-4) May be repeated for credit. By audition only. Public performances each semester.

432 University Singers 1 (0-4) May be repeated for credit. Public performance may be required.

433 Vocal Ensembles 1 (0-4) May be repeated for credit. By audition only. Public performance may be required.

434 Symphony Orchestra 1 (0-4) May be repeated for credit. By audition only. By audition only. Orchestral literature and public performance each semester.

435 Chamber Ensembles 1 (0-4) May be repeated for credit. By audition only. Public performance may be required.

436 Symphonic Band 1 (0-4) May be repeated for credit. By audition only. Public performances.

437 Wind Symphony 1 (0-4) May be repeated for credit. By audition only. Public performances each semester.

438 Jazz-Lab Band 1 (0-4) May be repeated for credit; cumulative maximum 8 hours. By audition only. Public performances each semester.

439 Vocal Jazz Ensemble 1 (0-4) May be repeated for credit; cumulative maximum 8 hours. By audition only. Public performances each semester.

440 Jazz Combos 1 (0-4) May be repeated for credit; cumulative maximum 8 hours. By audition only. Public performances each semester.

441 Accompanying 1 (0-4) May be repeated for credit. By audition only.

444 Marching Band/Varsity Band 1 (0-4) May be repeated for credit. By audition only.

451 Seminar in Counterpoint 2 May be repeated for credit; cumulative maximum 4 hours. Prereq Mus 351 or c//. Contrapuntal techniques of the 16th and 18th century with original stylistic writing.

452 Electronic Music 2 (1-3) Prereq Mus 353 or c//. Introduction to computer-controlled digital, analog, and sampling synthesis; topics include sequencing, waveform editing, and creative projects.

453 Form and Analysis 2 Prereq Mus 353 or c//. Organization of musical works according to the relationships in sectional divisions, thematic divisions, and tonal bases.

455 Seminar in Instrumentation 2 May be repeated for credit. Prereq Mus 351 or c//. Scoring for various instrumental combinations.

456 Seminar in Advanced Composition V 1-3 May be repeated for credit. Prereq upper-level composition review. Original writing in small and large forms (traditional and experimental).

457 Seminar in Jazz Arranging/Composition 2 Prereq Mus 257. Arranging and composing for instrumental jazz ensembles.

458 Advanced Jazz Improvisation 2 May be repeated for credit; cumulative maximum 4 hours. Prereq Mus 258. Advanced concepts in jazz improvisation.

459 Seminar in Advanced Jazz Composition V 1 (0-2) to 3 (0-6) May be repeated for credit; cumulative maximum 12 hours. Prereq Mus 457 or permission. Creation of works for Jazz Ensembles.

465 (Effective through Summer 2010) Seminar in Major Performance Literature 2 May be repeated for credit; cumulative maximum 6 hours. Prereq Mus 351 or c//. Survey/performance of solo and chamber literature for voice, keyboard, strings, winds, brass, percussion. Credit not granted for both MUS 465 and 565.

465 Seminar in Major Performance Literature 2 May be repeated for credit; cumulative maximum 6 hours. Prereq Mus 351 or c//. Survey/performance of solo and chamber literature for voice, keyboard, strings, winds, brass, percussion.

467 (Effective through Summer 2009) Marching and Jazz Techniques 1 Prereq Mus 253. In-depth experience with planning, designing and arranging marching band shows and jazz ensemble concerts using traditional and contemporary techniques.

470 Marketing and Promotion for the Performing Arts 2 (1-3) Components and techniques used in the marketing and promotion of the performing arts and the entertainment industry.

475 Special Topics: Study Abroad V 1-15 May be repeated for credit. S, F grading.

480 Instrumental Music Education 3 Prereq certified music major. Philosophies, administration, organization, materials and methods for instrumental music education K-12. Credit not granted for both Mus 480 and 580.

481 Fundamentals of Conducting 1 (0-3) Prereq Mus 254 or c//. Basic techniques, patterns, preparations and releases; musical styles and score reading for beginning conductors.

482 Instrumental Conducting 1 (0-3) Prereq Mus 481. Score preparation of orchestra and band literature; transpositions; clefs; rehearsal techniques for instrumental ensembles.

483 Choral Conducting 1 (0-3) Prereq Mus 481. Conducting choral and vocal jazz ensembles.

487 String Techniques 2 (0-6) String techniques, materials and methods for music education majors.

488 Choral Methods and Materials I 2 (0-6) Prereq Mus 481. Preparation in the administration of choral programs from auditions to the selection and rehearsal of choral literature. Credit not granted for both Mus 488 and 588.

489 Choral Methods and Materials II 2 Prereq Mus 488. Development of skills in choral arranging, curriculum construction, research, and job placement. Credit not granted for both Mus 489 and 589.

490 General Music Material/Methods 4 (3-2) Prereq Mus 491. Materials and methods for general music education majors; multiculturalism, collaboration, developmental curriculum and research issues; addressing national standards; observations. Credit not granted for both Mus 490 and 590.

491 Voice Pedagogy 2 (1-3) Anatomy of the singing process; methodology of teaching voices in various learning and teaching styles. Credit not granted for both Mus 491 and 591.

492 Seminar in Advanced Piano Pedagogy 2 Prereq 6 hours of Mus 486. Advanced pedagogical topics including intermediate literature and technique, technology, teaching philosophies and performance anxiety. Credit not granted for both Mus 492 and 592.

493 Wind and Percussion Techniques I 2 (0-6) Prereq Mus 481. Brass, woodwind, and percussion techniques for music education majors.

494 Wind and Percussion Techniques II 2 (0-6) Prereq Mus 493. Brass, woodwind and percussion techniques; elementary instrument conducting for music education majors.

496 Topics in Music V 1-3 May be repeated for credit; cumulative maximum 6 hours. Prereq permission of program coordinator. Advanced seminar with required projects in music history, literature, pedagogy, theory, composition or performance. Credit not granted for both MUS 496 and 596.

497 Directed Student Teaching in Music V 4-16 Prereq make application and pay certification fees; complete all other coursework for the degree and teacher certificate; receive fingerprinting clearance from Washington state Patrol, FBI and Office of Professional Practices; maintain 2.5 gpa overall and in endorsement area and professional core courses. Placement by interview only at approved sites. Supervised teaching in public schools, including seminars reflecting on effective teaching. S, F grading.

498 Piano Pedagogy Practicum 2 May be repeated for credit; cumulative maximum 6 hours. Prereq applied piano study. Piano Pedagogy Practicum 2 Supervised teaching in Piano Preparatory Lab School, including lesson planning and meetings with coordinator for critiques and suggestions. S, F grading.

499 Special Problems V 1 (0-3) to 4 (0-12) May be repeated for credit. S, F grading.

501 Organ 2(0-6) or 4(0-12)

502 Piano 2(0-6) or 4(0-12) May be repeated for credit.

503 Voice 2(0-6) or 4(0-12) May be repeated for credit. Prereq c// in Mus 431, 432, or by interview only.

504 French Horn 2(0-6) or 4(0-12) May be repeated for credit.

505 Trumpet 2(0-6) or 4(0-12) May be repeated for credit.

506 Trombone 2(0-6) or 4(0-12) May be repeated for credit.

507 Baritone 2(0-6) or 4(0-12) May be repeated for credit.

508 Tuba 2(0-6) or 4(0-12) May be repeated for credit.

509 Percussion 2(0-6) or 4(0-12) May be repeated for credit.

510 Violin 2(0-6) or 4(0-12) May be repeated for credit.

511 Viola 2(0-6) or 4(0-12) May be repeated for credit.

512 Violoncello 2(0-6) or 4(0-12) May be repeated for credit.

513 Contrabass 2(0-6) or 4(0-12) May be repeated for credit.

514 Flute 2(0-6) or 4(0-12) May be repeated for credit.

515 Oboe 2(0-6) or 4(0-12) May be repeated for credit.

516 Clarinet 2(0-6) or 4(0-12) May be repeated for credit.

517 Bassoon 2(0-6) or 4(0-12) May be repeated for credit.

518 Saxophone 2(0-6) or 4(0-12) May be repeated for credit.

519 Secondary Performance Study 1 or 2 May be repeated for credit; cumulative maximum 6 hours. Prereq bachelor's degree in music. Instruction on instruments or voice other than major performing medium.

522 Graduate Recital 2 May be repeated for credit; cumulative maximum 4 hours. Private screening and public performance as required within each performance emphasis.

528 Opera Workshop 1 (0-4) May be repeated for credit; cumulative maximum 8 hours. By audition only. Graduate-level counterpart of Mus 428; additional requirements.

531 Concert Choir 1 (0-4) May be repeated for credit; cumulative maximum 8 hours. By audition only. Graduate-level counterpart of Mus 431; additional requirements.

533 Vocal Ensembles 1 (0-4) May be repeated for credit; cumulative maximum 8 hours. By audition only. Graduate-level counterpart of Mus 433; additional requirements.

534 Symphony Orchestra 1 (0-4) May be repeated for credit; cumulative maximum 8 hours. By audition only. Graduate-level counterpart of Mus 434; additional requirements.

535 Chamber Ensembles 1 (0-4) May be repeated for credit; cumulative maximum 8 hours. By audition only. Graduate-level counterpart of Mus 435; additional requirements.

537 Wind Symphony 1 (0-4) May be repeated for credit; cumulative maximum 8 hours. Graduate-level counterpart of Mus 437; additional requirements.

538 Jazz-Lab Band 1 (0-4) May be repeated for credit; cumulative maximum 8 hours. By audition only. Graduate-level counterpart of Mus 438; additional requirements.

539 Vocal Jazz Ensemble 1 (0-4) May be repeated for credit; cumulative maximum 8 hours. By audition only. Graduate-level counterpart of Mus 439; additional requirements.

540 Jazz Combos 1 (0-4) May be repeated for credit; cumulative maximum 8 hours. By audition only. Graduate-level counterpart of Mus 440; additional requirements.

541 Accompanying 1 (0-4) May be repeated for credit; cumulative maximum 8 hours. Graduate-level counterpart of Mus 441; additional requirements.

550 Seminar in Analysis 2 May be repeated for credit; cumulative maximum 4 hours. Prereq senior or graduate standing. Applications of analytical techniques to develop a basis for musical understanding and interpretation.

553 Seminar in Music Theory 2 May be repeated for credit; cumulative maximum 4 hours. Prereq senior or graduate standing.

556 Graduate Seminar in Advanced Composition V 2 (1-2) to 3 (1-4) May be repeated for credit; cumulative maximum 10 hours. Prereq by interview only. The creation of works for either traditional acoustic ensembles or electro-acoustic media.

559 Seminar in Advanced Jazz Composition V 1-3 May be repeated for credit; cumulative maximum 12 hours. Prereq Mus 457 or permission. Graduate-level counterpart of Mus 459; additional requirements. Credit not granted for both Mus 459 and 559.

560 Introduction to Graduate Studies in Music 2 Prereq senior or graduate standing. Required of all graduate students in music. Basic bibliographic and research techniques; written presentations related to area of emphasis.

561 Seminar in Literature of 20th Century Music 2 Prereq senior or graduate standing. Impressionism, expressionism, neoclassicism, neoromanticism, jazz and recent electronic music.

562 Symphonic Literature 2 Symphony orchestra and symphonic form from its beginning to modern times studied from the score.

565 (Effective through Summer 2010) Seminar in Major Performance Literature 2 May be repeated for credit; cumulative maximum 6 hours. Graduate-level counterpart of MUS 465; additional requirements. Credit not granted for both MUS 465 and 565.

566 Seminar in Music History 2 May be repeated for credit; cumulative maximum 6 hours. Prereq senior or graduate standing. Various historic periods and composers.

575 Advanced Conducting 2 or 3 May be repeated for credit. By audition only. Rehearsing orchestras, bands, and choruses. Public performance may be required.

580 Instrumental Music Education 3 Graduate counterpart of Mus 480; additional requirements. Credit not granted for both Mus 480 and 580.

586 Seminar in Piano Pedagogy 2 Prereq Mus 502 or c//. Materials and methods of teaching experiences.

588 Choral Methods and Materials I 2 (0-6) Prereq senior or graduate standing. Preparation in the administration of choral programs from auditions to the selection and rehearsal of choral literature.

589 Choral Methods and Materials II 2 Prereq Mus 588. Graduate-level counterpart of Mus 489; additional requirements.

590 General Music/Materials/Methods 4 (3-2) Prereq senior or graduate standing. Graduate-level counterpart of Mus 490; additional requirements. Credit not granted for both Mus 490 and 590.

591 Vocal Pedagogy 2 (1-2) Prereq graduate standing. Graduate-level counterpart of Mus 491; additional requirements. Credit not granted for both Mus 491 and 591.

596 Topics in Music V 1-3 May be repeated for credit; cumulative maximum 6 hours. Permission of the program coordinator. Graduate counterpart of MUS 496; additional requirements.

600 Special Projects or Independent Study V 1 (0-3) to 18 (0-54) May be repeated for credit. S, F grading.

700 Master's Research, Thesis, and/or Examination V 1 (0-3) to 18 (0-54) May be repeated for credit. S, F grading.

702 Master's Special Problems, Directed Study, and/or Examination V 1 (0-3) to 18 (0-54) May be repeated for credit. S, F grading.

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