Music
MUS 1010 - Recital Attendance
0 credit hours
Attendance at a minimum number of recitals and concerts given by students, faculty, and guest artists. Six semesters required for undergraduate music majors (see School of Music handbook for details). May be repeated multiple times. Pass/Fail.
MUS 1030 - Introduction to Music
3 credit hours
Meets part of the General Education Humanities and/or Fine Arts requirement. Perceptive listening to music of various styles and cultures including popular and world musics and Western classical concert music. TBR Common Course: MUS 1030
MUS 1500 - Introduction to Piano
1 credit hour
A beginning group piano class for non-music majors. Prior knowledge of the piano not assumed. Skills covered by the class include reading and playing of pieces, basic exercises for the development of technique, a variety of short examples based on five-finger positions, and basic music theory. Students work at a digital Roland keyboard in class; includes weighted keys and individual headphones.
MUS 1510 - Class Voice I
1 credit hour
Basic vocal techniques including posture, breath control, tone quality, and diction. Italian and English diction, Vaccai studies, and moderately easy song repertory.
MUS 1520 - Class Voice II
1 credit hour
Prerequisite: MUS 1510. A continuation of the vocal techniques in Class Voice I with addition of vocal flexibility, uniform tone quality in extending the voice range, interpretation of songs, and stage deportment in public performance. Further study of Vaccai, Italian art songs, and English songs.
MUS 1530 - Class Piano I
1 credit hour
Acquaints beginning piano students with the keyboard. Includes such skills as note reading, basic chords for harmonization of melodies, improvisation, basic exercises for development of coordination and technique, transposition, repertory, and sight reading. TBR Common Course: MUS 1027
NOTE: All undergraduate music majors (except keyboard principals) must take class piano every semester as indicated on the advising check sheets until the required piano proficiency exam is successfully completed. Concurrent enrollment in Class Piano I and Theory and Aural Skills I is required with the following exceptions: (1) The student successfully passed either Class Piano I or Theory and Aural Skills I, but not both, or (2) the student successfully passed one or more levels of Class Piano by examination. Students should see their advisors for details.
Students wishing to continue piano after successfully completing the required class piano sequence may audition for piano applied lessons. Keyboard principals must take MUS 2550 and MUS 2560 in lieu of class piano.
MUS 1540 - Class Piano II
1 credit hour
Prerequisite: MUS 1530. Continuation of skills and concepts taught in MUS 1530. Emphasis on standard piano repertory in addition to sight reading and functional piano skills. TBR Common Course: MUS 1127
NOTE: All undergraduate music majors (except keyboard principals) must take class piano every semester as indicated on the advising check sheets until the required piano proficiency exam is successfully completed. Concurrent enrollment in Class Piano I and Theory and Aural Skills I is required with the following exceptions: (1) The student successfully passed either Class Piano I or Theory and Aural Skills I, but not both, or (2) the student successfully passed one or more levels of Class Piano by examination. Students should see their advisors for details.
Students wishing to continue piano after successfully completing the required class piano sequence may audition for piano applied lessons. Keyboard principals must take MUS 2550 and MUS 2560 in lieu of class piano.
MUS 1550 - Class Guitar I
1 credit hour
Beginning guitar playing, teaching basic techniques through chording and melodic elements.
MUS 1560 - Class Guitar II
1 credit hour
Prerequisite: MUS 1550 . Continuation of skills and concepts sought in Class Guitar I with emphasis on more advanced playing and repertory study.
MUS 2530 - Class Piano III
1 credit hour
Prerequisite: MUS 1540. Continuation of skills and concepts taught in MUS 1540. Emphasis on standard piano repertory in addition to sight reading and functional piano skills.
MUS 2540 - Class Piano IV
1 credit hour
Prerequisite: MUS 2530. Continuation of skills and concepts taught in MUS 2530. Emphasis on standard piano repertory in addition to sight reading and functional piano skills.
MUS 2550 - Keyboard Skills for Pianists I
1 credit hour
Elementary-level sight-playing; three-voice, open-score reading; improvisation; harmonization using primary chords; transposition; and common patterns in two-octave range (scales, arpeggios, progressions).
MUS 2560 - Keyboard Skills for Pianists II
1 credit hour
Intermediate-level ensemble and solo sight-playing; harmonization using primary and secondary chords; improvisation; transposition; four-voice, open-score reading; and common patterns in four-octave range (scales, arpeggios, progressions).
MUS 2680 - Music Industry Seminar
0 credit hours
Introduces students to the real-world experiences and lessons learned by industry leaders working in the diverse music industry. Guests with backgrounds as artist-entrepreneurs and music business-entrepreneurs will be primary focus. Student attendance and active participation in question and answer sessions with featured guests will enable greater understanding and insight into the music industry.
MUS 2690 - Foundations in Music Industry
3 credit hours
First course in the Music Industry curriculum. The foundational exploration of how music performance, commerce, and entrepreneurship come together to help you project, plan, and implement a future career in the music industry. Additional focus on developing awareness of music industry career paths and promoting relevant soft skills to promote a lifetime of success after school. For Music majors only.
MUS 3130 - Conducting in the Industry
2 credit hours
Prerequisite: MUTH 2120. Fundamental conducting patterns with and without a baton, terminology, stage deportment, advanced mixed meter patterns, and introduction to score study and reading. For Music Industry majors, Theory/Composition majors, B.A. in Music students.
MUS 3140 - Basic Conducting
2 credit hours
Prerequisites: MUTH 2120. Interpretation of scores, fundamental diagrams with and without baton, terminology, and stage deportment.
MUS 3150 - Advanced Instrumental Conducting
2 credit hours
Prerequisites: MUED 2320 and MUS 3140. Further development of techniques, especially those relevant to choral and instrumental conducting. Laboratory experiences with large musical groups; conducting with records to develop awareness of musical texture, form, and general musicianship in all areas as related to conducting.
MUS 3160 - Advanced Choral Conducting
2 credit hours
Prerequisite: MUS 3140. Further development of conducting techniques relative to the choral area. Emphasis on choral style and literature, scope and sequence of the historical perspective, and major developments in the choral art.
MUS 3170 - Guitar Skills I
2 credit hours
Prerequisites: MUTH 1110, MUTH 1120, and two semesters of private study. A skills course for improving reading skills and applying music theory concepts to the guitar. Topics will include arranging, harmonization of melody, reading from lead sheet format, improvisation, and standard repertoire suitable for a variety of performance situations.
MUS 4000 - Special Topics in Music
1 to 3 credit hours
Study of a topic in music. Topic and prerequisites to be announced.
MUS 4100 - Independent Study in Music
1 to 3 credit hours
Intensive study of a chosen subject. An indication of reasonable skill and knowledge of research techniques, writing, and creativity expected. Requires permission of the instructor and director of the music school.
MUS 4270 - Music Internship
3 to 6 credit hours
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Examination and experiences in music industry, music education, or instrumental or choral conducting. Music industry may include songwriting and the creative aspects of music, studio production, music publishing, and music merchandising. Music education may include public and private school settings, state board of education arts consulting, and music textbook consulting. Conducting may include school and church conducting, music publishing, and private or public orchestras and/or choirs. Pass/Fail.
MUS 4360 - The Music Industry Professional
3 credit hours
Creation, examination, and experience in developing and implementing a business plan in the selected areas of the music business. Areas include studio teaching, freelance musicianship, contracting, performing, producing, nonprofit organizations, and similar areas of music specialization.
MUS 4460 - Bachelors of Arts in Music Capstone
3 credit hours
Prerequisites: Completion of all MUHL and MUTH requirements; permission of department. Provides opportunity for students to complete a thesis, musical performance, composition, or some combination of these under faculty advisement and appropriate to the interests of the student. Must include written work in all cases.
Music Ensembles
MUEN 3000 - Accompanying
1 credit hour
Both solo and ensemble vocal and instrumental repertory with emphasis on the role of the piano in these combinations. Performance required.
NOTE: Non-piano majors must complete an audition and receive the permission of the instructor to enroll in the class. In the audition, the student will be required to perform two memorized solo piano pieces, play all major and minor scales, and sight read a short piece or excerpt that will be handed to them. The audition may take place one or two days before the beginning of each semester before the first day the class meets. Students who fail the audition will not be allowed to enroll in the class.
MUEN 3100 - The Band of Blue Marching Band
0 to 1 credit hour
Participation in all phases of the band, including rehearsals and appearances.
MUEN 3110 - Symphonic Band
0 to 1 credit hour
Preparation and public performance of concert and repertoire. Open by audition.
MUEN 3120 - Wind Ensemble
0 to 1 credit hour
Preparation and public performance of concert band and wind band repertoire. Open by audition.
MUEN 3140 - Concert Band
0 to 1 credit hour
Preparation and public performance of concert and repertoire.
MUEN 3150 - Choral Music Lab
0 to 1 credit hour
Two semesters of Choral Music Lab required for the Vocal/General Education concentration. Study and rehearsal of public school materials and repertoire not covered in other music classes. Provides upper-division music education students opportunities to conduct and teach in an experimental/laboratory setting.
MUEN 3200 - Concert Chorale
0 to 1 credit hour
Participation in all phases of chorus, including rehearsals and appearances.
MUEN 3210 - Tenor Bass Chorale
0 or 1 credit hour
An auditioned ensemble open to all university students who sing tenor or bass, regardless of gender identity. Two concerts are presented each semester, with a varied repertoire from Baroque to Broadway.
MUEN 3220 - Soprano Alto Chorale
0 to 1 credit hour
An auditioned ensemble for all university students who sing soprano and alto, regardless of gender identity. Concerts are performed twice each semester and feature a variety of repertoire, from Baroque to Broadway.
MUEN 3230 - Schola Cantorum
0 to 1 credit hour
Preparation and public performance of English madrigals and traditional American choral repertoire. Open by audition.
MUEN 3240 - MTSU Singers
0-1 credit hour
Participation and public performances of a variety of popular and commercial music. Open by audition.
MUEN 3250 - Opera Theater
0 to 1 credit hour
Preparation and public performance of opera. Technical and performing aspects of opera production as they pertain to light and grand opera.
MUEN 3260 - University Chorus
0 to 1 credit hour
Preparation and public performance of varied choral repertoire. Open by audition.
MUEN 3270 - Musical Theatre Production
0 to 1 credit hours
Prerequisite: An audition will be required to enroll in the course as a performing cast member. Stage managers and technical crew will require the recommendation of an advisor. Production of a fully-staged musical work.
MUEN 3300 - Symphony Orchestra
0 to 1 credit hour
Participation in all phases of the orchestra, including rehearsals and appearances.
MUEN 3360 - Concert Orchestra
0 to 1 credit hour
Preparation and performance of symphonic literature. (No audition required.)
MUEN 3400 - Jazz Ensemble
0 to 1 credit hour
A performing organization providing instruction and experience in playing jazz.
MUEN 3410 - Salsa Band
1 credit hour
Preparation and public performance of appropriate repertoire. Open by audition.
MUEN 3420 - Commercial Music Ensemble
1 credit hour
Acquaints the student with the rehearsal and performance of commercial music.
MUEN 3430 - Jazz Combo
1 credit hour
Preparation and public performance of appropriate repertoire. Open by audition.
MUEN 3431 - Jazz Improvisation Lab
1 credit hour
Prerequisite: MUTH 1120. Emphasizes basic jazz performance practices in an ensemble setting. Training in improvisation will include melodic paraphrase, ear-training, jazz scales and arpeggios, the study of transcriptions, and exposure to recorded examples of various jazz styles. Basic musicianship issues such as practicing, transposition, and common performance practices will be covered. Performances will showcase the concepts learned throughout the semester. May be repeated for two credits.
MUEN 3500 - Percussion Ensemble
1 credit hour
Performance of percussion ensemble literature. Programs are presented.
MUEN 3700 - Mixed Chamber Ensemble
1 credit hour
Preparation and public performance of music literature appropriate to the ensemble.
MUEN 3710 - Brass Chamber Ensembles
1 credit hour
Preparation and public performance of appropriate chamber music repertoire. Open by audition.
MUEN 3720 - Guitar Chamber Ensembles
1 credit hour
Preparation and public performance of appropriate chamber music. Open by audition.
MUEN 3730 - Piano Chamber Ensembles
1 credit hour
Preparation and public performance of appropriate chamber music. Open by audition.
MUEN 3740 - String Chamber Ensemble
1 credit hour
Preparation and public performance of appropriate chamber music. Open by audition.
MUEN 3750 - Woodwind Chamber Ensemble
1 credit hour
Preparation and public performance of appropriate chamber music. Open by audition.
MUEN 3760 - Chinese Music Ensemble
0 to 1 credit hour
Learning and performing Chinese musical instruments. (No audition required.)
MUEN 3770 - MTSU Chamber Orchestra
1 credit hour
Prerequisite: Permission of department. Preparation and public performance of music literature appropriate for chamber orchestra (primarily strings).