MUPP
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503
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Guitar Pedagogy Survey of teaching methods and materials for private instruction. Individual research resulting in a term paper or the equivalent is expected. Prerequisite: permission of the instructor. This course is offered on an alternating schedule. Check with advisor for next offering. Two credits.
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MUPP
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505
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Organ Pedagogy Methods of private instruction, analysis in teaching; problems and investigation of graded literature. Individual research resulting in a term paper or the equivalent is expected. Prerequisite: permission of the instructor. This course is offered on an alternating schedule. Check with advisor for next offering. Two credits.
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MUPP
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525
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Opera Workshop I Preparation of operatic scenes in Italian containing recitative. Prerequisite: Graduate standing and permission of the instructor. Two credits.
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MUPP
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526
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Opera Workshop II A continuation of MUPP 525 focusing on in-depth study and scene performance from a French and German opera. Prerequisite: MUPP 525 or permission of the instructor. Two credits
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MUPP
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530
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Repertoire for Piano Ensemble A survey of the history and performance of literature for piano four-hands and two or more pianos. Individual research resulting in a term paper or a special project involving analysis and performance of a major work of the repertoire, is expected. Individual research resulting in a term paper or the equivalent is expected. Prerequisites: Applied graduate piano and accompanying majors or by permission of the instructor. This course is offered on an alternating schedule. Check with advisor for next offering. Two credits.
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MUPP
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531
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Half Recital Presentation of half of a solo classical recital. The length of each half of the recital is not to exceed 25 minutes of music. Prerequisite: permission of the instructor. Concurrent enrollment in applied study is required. One credit.
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MUPP
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532
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Piano Pedagogy A study of materials, methods, and repertoire for the successful teaching of piano students from the beginning stages through the early intermediate level. Individual research resulting in a term paper or the equivalent is expected. Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor. This course is offered on an alternating schedule. Check with advisor for next offering. (Formerly MUPP 527). Two credits.
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MUPP
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533
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Voice Science: Anatomy, Physiology, Kinesiology, and Application Emphasis on the analysis of teaching problems and the development of vocal technique through the study of anatomical structures and physiological mechanisms as applied to singing. To show how the human voice physiologically emerges from the body through the combined blending of body actions that overlap and assist each other, specifically: posture and movement, respiration, phonation, resonation, articulation. Analysis of the voice as an acoustic chain. Practical application and laboratory experiences include supervised private teaching. . Individual research resulting in a term paper or the equivalent is expected. This course is offered on an alternating schedule. Check with advisor for next offering. Prerequisite: completion of APVO 200-level study or permission of the instructor. Three credits.
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MUPP
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534
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Group Pedagogy Practical application of group dynamics to the art of applied instrument teaching. Method of instruction will be one hour each week with all pedagogy majors for general discussion of group teaching principles and one hour each week with the major pedagogy professor to discuss appropriate materials. Co-requisite: concurrent registration in MUPP 535. Practical application of group dynamics to the art of applied instrument teaching. Method of instruction will be one hour each week with all pedagogy majors for general discussion of group teaching principles and one hour each week with the major pedagogy professor to discuss appropriate materials. Co-requisite: concurrent registration in MUPP 535. Individual research resulting in a term paper or the equivalent is expected. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. This course is offered on an alternating schedule. Check with advisor for next offering. (Formerly MUPP 529). One credit.
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MUPP
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535
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Survey of Materials for Group Pedagogy A survey of materials used for group instruction on the applied instrument. Individual research resulting in a term paper or the equivalent is expected. Co-requisite: concurrent registration in MUPP 536. Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor. This course is offered on an alternating schedule. Check with advisor for next offering. (Formerly MUPP 515). One credit.
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MUPP
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536
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Supervised Private Teaching Supervised teaching of beginning and intermediate applied music students with periodic seminars to discuss relevant teaching techniques and solutions. May be repeated with different instructor or in a different applied field. Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor. (Formerly MUPP 530). Three credits.
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MUPP
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537
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Supervised Group Teaching Supervised teaching of beginning and intermediate students in groups with periodic seminars to discuss relevant teaching techniques. Prerequisite: MUPP 534, MUPP 535, or permission of instructor. Three credits.
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MUPP
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538
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Business of Studio Teaching A study of the business of studio teaching and management. Individual research resulting in a term paper or the equivalent is expected. This course is offered on an alternating schedule. Check with advisor for next offering. One credit.
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MUPP
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539
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Technology and Music Training A survey of areas of technology relevant to the modern private studio and class teaching. Topics discussed will include business software and studio record keeping; audio and video recording techniques and uses; Midi standards; notation and sequencing software; computerized music theory instruction; applied music instruction software. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. This course is offered on an alternating schedule. Check with advisor for next offering. Two credits.
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MUPP
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640
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Graduate Performance Recital Presentation of a full solo classical recital. Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor. Concurrent enrollment in applied study is required. Two credits.
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MUPP
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541
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Graduate Accompanying Preparation and performance of piano accompaniments and chamber music. Enrollment limited to students in the Piano Accompanying curriculum. Concurrent enrollment in applied study is required. Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor. Two credits.
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MUPP
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551
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Opera Characterization Preparation of complete operatic roles in original language. Areas of study will include background material, physical development, character inter-relationships, and musical preparation. Open to graduate students by audition. Prerequisite: Graduate standing and permission of the instructor. One credit.
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MUPP
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595
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Special Topics Investigation of a specialized area of knowledge in a class setting. Prerequisites will vary with topic. One, two, or three credits.
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MUPP
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598
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Internship Internship or practical training in an area of performance or future employment conducted under the supervision of a member of the faculty. Offered each term. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor and dean. One credit.
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MUPP
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599
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Individual Directed Research A private-instruction setting for individual projects in performance practice or pedagogy. May be used to fulfill electives only. Projects must be approved by the Dean of the Conservatory and the Chairman of the applied division prior to registration. Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor. One, two, or three credits.
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MUPP
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625
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Opera Workshop III A continuation of MUPP 526 focusing on in-depth study of operatic arias and song in preparation for audition and recital. Development of audition and recital techniques including resume preparation. Prerequisite: MUPP 526 or permission of the instructor. This course is offered on an alternating schedule. Check with advisor for next offering. Two credits.
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MUPP
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626
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Opera Workshop IV A continuation of MUPP 625 which is an in-depth study of extended scenes and full works in original language with minimal sets and costumes. Prerequisite: MUPP 625 or permission of the instructor. Offered Spring semester. Two credits.
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MUPP
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151
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Recording Systems: Design and Application Acquaintance for musicians with appropriate applications of hardware used to record musical performances. Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor. Two credits.
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MUPP
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222
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Instrument Repair Techniques and practical applications of repairing band instruments. This course offered on an alternating schedule. Check with advisor for next offering. One credit.
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MUPP
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225
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Opera Stage Training I Use of dramatic techniques in the interpretation and performance of operatic music. Basic acting for the operatic stage, movement, improvisation, makeup, period dances, and techniques of relaxation. Prerequisite: TH 101 or 105 or by permission of instructor. One credit.
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MUPP
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226
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Opera Stage Training II A continuation of Opera Stage Training I. Acting of operatic roles in different periods and styles including pantomime, spoken dialogue, recitatives, and short scene study in English. Prerequisite: MUPP 225. One credit.
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MUPP
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233
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Voice Class Designed for non-voice majors, this course is a study of vocal physiology, diction, tone production, and performance. Vocal literature, voice classification, and vocal health will also be discussed. Classes will be oriented toward performance improvement. One credit.
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MUPP
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239
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Studio Accompanying Practical experience through assigned accompanying responsibilities coordinated by the faculty director of the accompanying pool. Required of all keyboard majors in non-performance curricula. Optional one-half credit.
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MUPP
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241
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Oboe Reed Making Class Practical instruction in the gouging, shaping, tying, and scraping of oboe reeds. Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor. One-half credit.
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MUPP
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242
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Bassoon Reed Making Class Practical instruction in the profiling, shaping, forming, and scraping of bassoon reeds. Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor. One-half credit.
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MUPP
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251
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Sound Reinforcement A study of equipment used for musical sound reinforcement, including small, large, portable, and fixed systems; specifications on instrumentation, nature of music performed, and location; set-up, microphone placement, and equipment selection; and practical application through on-campus performances. This course offered on an alternating schedule. Check with advisor for next offering. Two credits.
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MUPP
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252
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Recording Practicum Practical applications of recording techniques in recitals and other concerts, working as a sound technician for the Jazz Ensemble, and assisting with sessions in the Recording/Midi Studio. One credit. May be repeated for a total of four credits.
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MUPP
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257
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Lyric Diction for Singers I Discussion and practice in the fundamentals of Latin, English, Spanish and Italian pronunciation for singers utilizing the International Phonetic Alphabet. Performance of songs in these languages. One credit.
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MUPP
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258
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Lyric Diction for Singers II Discussion and practice in the fundamentals of French and German pronunciation for singers utilizing the International Phonetic Alphabet. Performance of songs in these languages. Prerequisite: MUPP 257. One credit.
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MUPP
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259
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Introduction to Educational Technology in Music I A study of educational technologies including effective use of computer systems and the utilization of computer software, knowledge of terms associated with educational computing and technology, computer productivity tools for professional use, the use of instructional hardware and software to support Virginias Standards of Learning and other instructional objectives, data collection information management, problem solving, decision making, communication and presentation within the curriculum, planning and implementation of lessons and strategies that integrate technology to meet the diverse needs of learners in variety of educational settings, and knowledge of ethical and legal issues relating to the use of technology. Two credits.
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MUPP
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303
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Pedagogy of Jazz Teaching Techniques Basic skill development in pedagogic principles of analysis, listening, literature, transcribing, composing, arranging, and adapting music to meet the classroom needs and ability levels of school performing groups in the jazz idiom. Providing and directing creative experiences and improvising when necessary. Course designed for music education as well as jazz majors. Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor. This course offered on an alternating schedule. Check with advisor for next offering. One credit.
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MUPP
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304
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American Folk and Orff Instruments Course designed for prospective music teachers who intend to work with elementary school children. The methods and techniques in this course are designed to stimulate critical thinking concerning the teaching profession, the role of the elementary teaching in aiding the child toward self expression through music, and to assist teachers in implementing a comprehensive, creative, and effective music program in the elementary school curriculum by studying creative music teaching techniques, strategies, materials, evaluation procedures, and lesson plans for use with American Folk instruments and Orff instrumental ensembles. Class will include reading in the content area and activities that focus on composing, arranging and adapting music to meet the classroom needs and ability levels of school vocal/choral and general music performing groups, and proficiency on appropriate accompanying instruments. One credit.
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MUPP
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305
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Vocal Jazz Styles A performance-oriented class focusing on vocal styles in the jazz and popular idioms. Memorization of a collection of jazz standards, transcriptions, listening. Prerequisite: permission of the instructor. One credit.
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MUPP
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313
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Percussion Clas A thorough study of snare drum performance, group teaching techniques, methods, and materials with general study of all other percussion instruments including timpani, keyboard percussion and auxiliary percussion instruments. Course will be based upon sound philosophy, content and methodology for teaching instrumental music in school. Activities will include reading in the content area and projects designed to promote student competency in business procedures, organization, management of large and small instrumental ensembles, and rehearsing and conducting combined instrumental and vocal ensembles. One credit.
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MUPP
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314
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String Class Fundamental playing techniques of the string instruments. Focus will include competency in rehearsing and conducting instrumental string ensembles, instruction in business procedures, organization and management of large and small instrumental string ensembles, knowledge of vocal techniques in rehearsing and conducting combined instrumental and vocal groups and reading in the content area. One credit.
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MUPP
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316
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Woodwind Class Fundamental playing techniques of the basic woodwind instruments. Focus will include competency in rehearsing and conducting instrumental ensembles, instruction in business procedures, organization and management of large and small instrumental ensembles, survey of group teaching techniques and materials, provide and direct creative experiences and improvising when appropriate, knowledge of vocal techniques in rehearsing, and conducting combined instrumental and vocal groups and reading in the content area. One credit.
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MUPP
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318
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Brass Class Fundamental playing techniques of the brass instruments. Focus will include competency in rehearsing and conducting instrumental ensembles, instruction in business procedures, organization and management of large and small instrumental ensembles, survey of group teaching techniques and materials, provide and direct creative experiences and improvising when appropriate, knowledge of vocal techniques in rehearsing, and conducting combined instrumental and vocal groups and reading in the content area. One credit.
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MUPP
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320
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Guitar Class I Fundamentals of guitar playing, including introduction to classical techniques. Basic chords strummed to familiar songs, with emphasis on folk song styles in order to provide sufficient skills for classroom instruction on approporiate accompanying instruments. Focus will include competency in rehearsing and conduscting instrumental ensembles, instruction in business procedures, organization and managment of large and small instrumental ensembles, survey of group teaching techniques and materials, provided and direct creative experiences and improvising when appropriate, knowledge of vocal techniques in rehearsing and conducting combined with instrumental and vocal groups and reading in the content area One credit.
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MUPP
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321
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Guitar Class II Continued study of fundamentals of guitar playing, including introduction to classical techniques. Basic chords strummed to familiar songs, with emphasis on folk song styles. Nylon string guitar preferred. One credit.
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MUPP
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325
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Opera Workshop I Preparation of operatic scenes in Italian containing recitative. Prerequisites: MUPP 226, or permission of the instructor. Offered Fall semester. Two credits.
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MUPP
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326
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Opera Workshop II A continuation of MUPP 325 focusing on in-depth study and scene performance from French and German opera. Prerequisite: MUPP 325 or permission of the instructor. Offered Spring semester. Two credits.
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MUPP
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330
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Repertoire for Piano Ensemble A survey of the history and performance of literature for piano four hands and for two or more pianos. Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor. This course offered on an alternating schedule. Check with advisor for next offering. Two credits.
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MUPP
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332
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Piano Pedagogy A study of materials, methods, and repertoire for the successful teaching of piano students from the beginning stages through the advanced and college preparatory levels. Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor. This course offered on an alternating schedule. Check with advisor for next offering. Two credits.
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MUPP
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334
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Group Pedagogy - Practical application of group dynamics to the art of applied instrument teaching. Method of instruction will be one hour each week with all pedagogy majors for general discussions of group teaching principles and one hour each week with the major pedagogy professor to discuss appropriate materials. Co-requisite: Concurrent registration in MUPP 335. (Formerly MUPP 330). Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. This course offered on an alternating schedule. Check with advisor for next offering. One credit.
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MUPP
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335
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Survey of Materials for Group Pedagogy A survey of materials used for group instruction on the applied instrument. Must be taken concurrently with MUPP 334. Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor. (Formerly MUPP 215). This course offered on an alternating schedule. Check with advisor for next offering. One credit.
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MUPP
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336
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Supervised Private Teaching Supervised teaching of beginning and intermediate applied music students with periodic seminars to discuss relevant teaching techniques and solutions. May be repeated with different instructor or in a different applied field. Prerequisites: Keyboard - MUPP 332 and permission of the instructor; Voice - MUPP 433, and permission of the instructor; Instruments - appropriate pedagogy class and permission of the instructor. (Formerly MUPP 430). Three credits.
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MUPP
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337
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Supervised Group Teaching Supervised teaching of beginning and intermediate students in groups with periodic seminars to discuss relevant teaching techniques and solutions. Prerequisite: MUPP 215, MUPP 330, and permission of the instructor. (Formerly MUPP 430). Three credits.
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MUPP
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338
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Business of Studio Teaching A study of the business of studio teaching and studio management. Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor. (Formerly MUPP 428). This course offered on an alternating schedule. Check with advisor for next offering. One credit.
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MUPP
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341
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Half Recital Presentation of half of a solo classical recital may be undertaken by a Conservatory student after AP** 200-level study has been completed. Students in non-Conservatory curricula may undertake a half recital after four semesters of study. The length of each half of the recital is not to exceed 25 minutes of music. Prerequisite: permission of the instructor. Concurrent enrollment in applied study is required. One credit.
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MUPP
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342
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Jazz Half Recital Presentation of a half recital in a combination of approximately 1/3 classical music and 2/3 jazz music. Prerequisites: permission of the applied instructor and permission of the director of the jazz studies program. Concurrent enrollment in applied study is required. One credit.
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MUPP
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345
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Melodic and Harmonic Concepts for the Guitar Development of functional theoretical concepts on the guitar. Prerequisite: completion of APGT 200-level study or permission of the instructor. One credit.
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MUPP
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351
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Advanced Recording A continuation of MUPP 151. Aspects and applications of recording studio techniques, including calibration and alignment of equipment, editing, session set-ups, mixing, console flow logic, patch bay application, and microphone placement. Prerequisite: MUPP 151. This course offered on an alternating schedule. Check with advisor for next offering. Two credits.
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MUPP
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352
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Recording Project A one hour course, three semesters in duration that will be taken during the last semester of the junior year and the entire senior year. This course consists of assisting in all aspects of the pre-production, recording sessions and post production for the production of a radio series and cassette or CD that would include the premier student performing ensembles as well as the possible inclusion of faculty ensembles. This course will be taught on an ongoing basis. Prerequisite: MUPP 351. One credit.
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MUPP
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353
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Maintenance and Repair Basic electronics survey for the recording studio. Concepts of voltage, current, resistance, capacitance, and inductance are developed. The use of test equipment for preventative maintenance, equipment calibration, and trouble shooting, as well as basic repair procedures are included. Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor. One credit.
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MUPP
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362
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Dance and Music Seminar in music for the dance including selection criteria, basic dance techniques, and collaboration between choreographers and composers. Two credits.
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MUPP
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403
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Guitar Pedagogy Survey of teaching methods and materials for private instruction. Prerequisite: MUPP 213 and completion of APGT 200-level study or permission of the instructor. Three credits.
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MUPP
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405
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Organ Pedagogy Methods of private instruction; analysis of teaching; problems and investigation of graded literature. Prerequisite: permission of the instructor. Two credits.
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MUPP
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425
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Opera Workshop III A continuation of MUPP 326. In-depth study of operatic arias and song in preparation for audition and recital. Development of audition and recital techniques, including resume preparation. Prerequisite: MUPP 326 or permission of the instructor. Offered Fall semester. Two credits.
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MUPP
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426
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Opera Workshop IV A continuation of MUPP 425. In-depth study of extended scenes and full works in original language with minimal sets and costumes. Prerequisite: MUPP 425 or permission of the instructor. Offered Spring semester. Two credits.
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MUPP
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430
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Music Theatre Repertoire I The study of the development of popular musical theatre song repertoire, including appropriate interpretation and performance practices. Critical listening and performance are major components of the class. Examples are drawn from American musical theatre. Prerequisite: MULT 355 or TH 355. One credit.
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MUPP
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433
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Voice Science: Anatomy, Physiology, Kinesiology, and Application Emphasis on the analysis of teaching problems and the development of vocal technique through the study of anatomical structures and physiological mechanisms as applied to singing. To show how the human voice physiologically emerges from the body through the combined blending of body actions that overlap and assist each other, specifically: posture and movement, respiration, phonation, resonation, articulation. Analysis of the voice as an acoustic chain. Practical application and laboratory experiences include supervised private teaching. Prerequisite: completion of APVO 200-level study or permission of the instructor. This course offered on an alternating schedule. Check with advisor for next offering. Three credits.
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MUPP
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440
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Full Recital Presentation of a full solo classical recital may be undertaken at any time after AP** 300-level is begun by Conservatory students. Non-Conservatory students may undertake a full recital after six semesters of study. Prerequisite: permission of the instructor. Concurrent enrollment in applied study is required. Two credits.
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MUPP
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441
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Accompanying Recital - Preparation and performance of piano accompaniments and chamber music. Enrollment limited to students in the Piano Accompanying curriculum. Concurrent enrollment in applied study is required. Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor. Two credits.
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MUPP
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442
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Jazz Full Recital Presentation of a full solo recital in the jazz idiom. Program may include some requirements in classical literature and original music by the student recitalist. Prerequisite: permission of the applied instructor and permission of the director of the jazz studies program. Concurrent enrollment in applied study is required. Two credits.
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MUPP
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461
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Mixdown I This course is intended for students who expect to be in a recording studio as a musician, writer, or producer. A study of console mixing from multi-track to stereo or mono format, using multi-band equalization, pan pots, reverberation, and outboard effects such as compressors and limiters. Two credits.
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MUPP
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462
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Mixdown II A continuation of MUPP 461, culminating in a final project which the student must compose, produce, and record. Two credits.
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MUPP
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463
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Mixdown Lab A one hour lab, two semesters in duration that will be taken during the senior year. This course provides a laboratory supplement to the work done concurrently in Mixdown I and Mixdown II. Prerequisite: MUPP 351. One credit.
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MUPP
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464
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Music Internship Internship to provide the opportunity to apply expertise gained in controlled classroom to a realistic situation. Minimum requirement of 150 clock hours of practical experience. Prerequisite: Completion of all recording courses and permission of instructor. Three credits.
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MUPP
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495
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Special Topics Investigation of a specialized area of knowledge in a class setting. Prerequisites will vary with topic. One, two, or three credits.
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MUPP
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498
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Internship Internship or practical training in an area of performance or future employment conducted under the supervision of a member of the faculty. Offered each term. Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor and dean. One credit.
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MUPP
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499
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Individual Directed Research A private instruction setting for individual project in performance practice or pedagogy. May be used to fulfill electives only. Projects must be approved by the Dean of the Conservatory and the Chairman of the applied division prior to registration. Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor. One, two, or three credits.
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