Music Course Descriptions

Individual, year-long instruction for beginning students who are B.A. degree candidates not majoring in music. The three-class series must be completed in a single academic year for a total of 6 units to be awarded. Credit is awarded upon completion of the third term only. Interested students must contact the Conservatory Office for a studio assignment which is required for registration. PREREQUISITES: Credit awarded upon completion of three terms of study

Individual, year-long instruction for beginning students who are B.A. degree candidates not majoring in music. The three-class series must be completed in a single academic year for a total of 6 units to be awarded. Credit is awarded upon completion of the third term only. Interested students must contact the Conservatory Office for a studio assignment which is required for registration. PREREQUISITES: Credit awarded upon completion of three terms of study

Individual, year-long instruction for beginning students who are B.A. degree candidates not majoring in music. The three-class series must be completed in a single academic year for a total of 6 units to be awarded. Credit is awarded upon completion of the third term only. Interested students must contact the Conservatory Office for a studio assignment which is required for registration. PREREQUISITES: Credit awarded upon completion of three terms of study

Previously Elementary Piano. A beginning course intended for students with little or no experience at the piano. The purpose of this class is to provide a broad experience with the instrument. Students will improvise, read music notation, and play by ear at the piano. Students will be introduced to a variety of musical styles, music theory, harmonization, and piano technique. 2 units per term, awarded only upon completion of three terms of study starting in the fall. PREREQUISITES: Credit awarded upon completion of three terms of study

A beginning course intended for students with little or no experience with the guitar. The purpose of this class is to provide a broad experience with the instrument. Students will learn to read music notation, use a variety of techniques and become familiar with several different styles of guitar music (Classical, Blues, Flamenco and Rock). Guitars will be provided if needed. 2 units per term, awarded only upon completion of three terms of study starting in the fall. May be repeated for credit.

A beginning voice course for students without formal vocal study and those returning to vocal study after an extended absence. Study of body alignment, breath, onset, phonation, diction, and song interpretation. May be repeated for credit. PREREQUISITES: Instructor Approval

A beginning course for students who have never studied the viola da gamba. Students will learn to play treble, tenor, and bass viols. (Instruments and bows will be provided.) Students will develop the skills to read in all relevant clefs and tablature, and will gain rudimentary historical knowledge of the instrument and its repertoire.

Topics in Introductory Guitar. This class will introduce students to the guitar while focusing on a particular style or mode of playing. May be repeated when topic is different. Topic for Winter 2024: Song Playing Learn to use the guitar as an accompaniment to your voice. Topics will include basic chord theory, chord shapes, strum patterns, and finger picking. Students will be expected to perform songs for the class. No experience required. Guitars will be provided if needed

Directed study follows a syllabus set primarily by the instructor to meet the needs or interests of an individual student or small group of students. The main goal of directed study is knowledge or skill acquisition, not research or creative work. PREREQUISITES: To register student must complete the Student Initiated Course Form with consultation of supervising instructor

The academic component of the internship includes readings related to the substance of the internship, discussions with the faculty supervisor, and a written report appropriate to the discipline. Course grades are based on this academic work.

This course is intended for students with previous piano experience who would like to continue learning at the piano. Students may, for example, register for this course to continue skills learned in MUIN 151, BKS, or EKS, to continue playing for pleasure, or as part of their music study. Students receive 30 minutes of private instruction weekly and attend a studio class once per week.3 units per term, may be repeated for credit. This course replaces Intermediate Group Piano. PREREQUISITES: MUIN 151 or previous piano experience. Please contact instructor for placement.

Private instruction tailored to the individual student. These courses are not appropriate for beginning students, who should enroll for the elementary level. Studio assignments for B.Mus. students are determined upon matriculation. B.Mus. students adding a second instrument and other interested students should contact the Conservatory Office for a studio assignment before attempting to register.

Private instruction tailored to the individual student. These courses are not appropriate for beginning students, who should enroll for the elementary level. Studio assignments for B.Mus. students are determined upon matriculation. B.Mus. students adding a second instrument and other interested students should contact the Conservatory Office for a studio assignment before attempting to register.

Private instruction tailored to the individual student. These courses are not appropriate for beginning students, who should enroll for the elementary level. Studio assignments for B.Mus. students are determined upon matriculation. B.Mus. students adding a second instrument and other interested students should contact the Conservatory Office for a studio assignment before attempting to register.

Private instruction tailored to the individual student. These courses are not appropriate for beginning students, who should enroll for the elementary level. Studio assignments for B.Mus. students are determined upon matriculation. B.Mus. students adding a second instrument and other interested students should contact the Conservatory Office for a studio assignment before attempting to register.

Private instruction tailored to the individual student. These courses are not appropriate for beginning students, who should enroll for the elementary level. Studio assignments for B.Mus. students are determined upon matriculation. B.Mus. students adding a second instrument and other interested students should contact the Conservatory Office for a studio assignment before attempting to register.

Private instruction tailored to the individual student. These courses are not appropriate for beginning students, who should enroll for the elementary level. Studio assignments for B.Mus. students are determined upon matriculation. B.Mus. students adding a second instrument and other interested students should contact the Conservatory Office for a studio assignment before attempting to register.

Private instruction tailored to the individual student. These courses are not appropriate for beginning students, who should enroll for the elementary level. Studio assignments for B.Mus. students are determined upon matriculation. B.Mus. students adding a second instrument and other interested students should contact the Conservatory Office for a studio assignment before attempting to register.

Private instruction tailored to the individual student. These courses are not appropriate for beginning students, who should enroll for the elementary level. Studio assignments for B.Mus. students are determined upon matriculation. B.Mus. students adding a second instrument and other interested students should contact the Conservatory Office for a studio assignment before attempting to register.

Private instruction tailored to the individual student. These courses are not appropriate for beginning students, who should enroll for the elementary level. Studio assignments for B.Mus. students are determined upon matriculation. B.Mus. students adding a second instrument and other interested students should contact the Conservatory Office for a studio assignment before attempting to register.

Private instruction tailored to the individual student. These courses are not appropriate for beginning students, who should enroll for the elementary level. Studio assignments for B.Mus. students are determined upon matriculation. B.Mus. students adding a second instrument and other interested students should contact the Conservatory Office for a studio assignment before attempting to register.

Private instruction tailored to the individual student. These courses are not appropriate for beginning students, who should enroll for the elementary level. Studio assignments for B.Mus. students are determined upon matriculation. B.Mus. students adding a second instrument and other interested students should contact the Conservatory Office for a studio assignment before attempting to register.

Private instruction tailored to the individual student. These courses are not appropriate for beginning students, who should enroll for the elementary level. Studio assignments for B.Mus. students are determined upon matriculation. B.Mus. students adding a second instrument and other interested students should contact the Conservatory Office for a studio assignment before attempting to register.

Private instruction tailored to the individual student. These courses are not appropriate for beginning students, who should enroll for the elementary level. Studio assignments for B.Mus. students are determined upon matriculation. B.Mus. students adding a second instrument and other interested students should contact the Conservatory Office for a studio assignment before attempting to register.

Private instruction tailored to the individual student. These courses are not appropriate for beginning students, who should enroll for the elementary level. Studio assignments for B.Mus. students are determined upon matriculation. B.Mus. students adding a second instrument and other interested students should contact the Conservatory Office for a studio assignment before attempting to register.

Private instruction tailored to the individual student. These courses are not appropriate for beginning students, who should enroll for the elementary level. Studio assignments for B.Mus. students are determined upon matriculation. B.Mus. students adding a second instrument and other interested students should contact the Conservatory Office for a studio assignment before attempting to register.

Private instruction tailored to the individual student. These courses are not appropriate for beginning students, who should enroll for the elementary level. Studio assignments for B.Mus. students are determined upon matriculation. B.Mus. students adding a second instrument and other interested students should contact the Conservatory Office for a studio assignment before attempting to register.

Private instruction tailored to the individual student. These courses are not appropriate for beginning students, who should enroll for the elementary level. Studio assignments for B.Mus. students are determined upon matriculation. B.Mus. students adding a second instrument and other interested students should contact the Conservatory Office for a studio assignment before attempting to register.

Private instruction tailored to the individual student. These courses are not appropriate for beginning students, who should enroll for the elementary level. Studio assignments for B.Mus. students are determined upon matriculation. B.Mus. students adding a second instrument and other interested students should contact the Conservatory Office for a studio assignment before attempting to register.

Private instruction tailored to the individual student. These courses are not appropriate for beginning students, who should enroll for the elementary level. Studio assignments for B.Mus. students are determined upon matriculation. B.Mus. students adding a second instrument and other interested students should contact the Conservatory Office for a studio assignment before attempting to register.

Private instruction tailored to the individual student. These courses are not appropriate for beginning students, who should enroll for the elementary level. Studio assignments for B. Mus. students are determined upon matriculation. B.Mus. students adding a second instrument and other interested students should contact the Conservatory Office for a studio assignment before attempting to register.

Individual instruction in bass guitar. PREREQUISITES: Instructor approval required

Private instruction tailored to the individual student. These courses are not appropriate for beginning students, who should enroll for the elementary level. Studio assignments for B.Mus. students are determined upon matriculation. B.Mus. students adding a second instrument and other interested students should contact the Conservatory Office for a studio assignment before attempting to register.

Instruction in the Taubman Approach

Individual instruction in music at the London Centre. PREREQUISITES: Must be attending the Lawrence London Centre.

Directed study follows a syllabus set primarily by the instructor to meet the needs or interests of an individual student or small group of students. The main goal of directed study is knowledge or skill acquisition, not research or creative work. PREREQUISITES: To register student must complete the Student Initiated Course Form with consultation of supervising instructor

Directed study follows a syllabus set primarily by the instructor to meet the needs or interests of an individual student or small group of students. The main goal of directed study is knowledge or skill acquisition, not research or creative work. PREREQUISITES: To register student must complete the Student Initiated Course Form with consultation of supervising instructor

Directed study follows a syllabus set primarily by the instructor to meet the needs or interests of an individual student or small group of students. The main goal of directed study is knowledge or skill acquisition, not research or creative work. PREREQUISITES: To register student must complete the Student Initiated Course Form with consultation of supervising instructor