2008-2009 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
    Jun 15, 2024  
2008-2009 Undergraduate Catalog [Archived]

Courses


 
  
  
  
  • MUS 115-315 - Sycamore Singers


    0-1 hour

    Description
    Reading, rehearsal, and performance of traditional and popular literature for mixed voices.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite
    Prerequisites: audition and consent of instructor.

    Note
    Open to all students. Three class hours a week. Music majors must participate in ensembles at least seven semesters of their baccalaureate program Students who participate in ensembles must register for zero or one credit. Freshman music majors and declared music minors, until they have accumulated a minimum of 12 semester hours of university credit, may enroll and participate in a maximum of two ensembles only. All ensembles are included in this maximum. Exceptions must have final approval of the chairperson of the Department of Music. Each transfer student must complete a minimum of two credit hours of ensemble participation at Indiana State University before graduation. All music students should refer to the curricular patterns for information concerning ensemble requirements.


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  • MUS 116-316 - Women’s Glee Club


    0-1 hour

    Description
    Reading, rehearsal, and performance of traditional and popular literature for women’s voices.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite
    Prerequisites: audition and consent of the instructor.

    Note
    Open to all women students. Two class hours a week. Music majors must participate in ensembles at least seven semesters of their baccalaureate program Students who participate in ensembles must register for zero or one credit. Freshman music majors and declared music minors, until they have accumulated a minimum of 12 semester hours of university credit, may enroll and participate in a maximum of two ensembles only. All ensembles are included in this maximum. Exceptions must have final approval of the chairperson of the Department of Music. Each transfer student must complete a minimum of two credit hours of ensemble participation at Indiana State University before graduation. All music students should refer to the curricular patterns for information concerning ensemble requirements.


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  • MUS 169B-369B - Basketball Band


    0-1 hour

    Description
    Plays for most home basketball games. Open to all brass, woodwind, and percussion players.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite
    Prerequisites: audition and consent of instructor.

    Note
    Two class hours a week, last half of Semester I and first half of Semester II. Music majors must participate in ensembles at least seven semesters of their baccalaureate program Students who participate in ensembles must register for zero or one credit. Freshman music majors and declared music minors, until they have accumulated a minimum of 12 semester hours of university credit, may enroll and participate in a maximum of two ensembles only. All ensembles are included in this maximum. Exceptions must have final approval of the chairperson of the Department of Music. Each transfer student must complete a minimum of two credit hours of ensemble participation at Indiana State University before graduation. All music students should refer to the curricular patterns for information concerning ensemble requirements.


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  • MUS 169C-*369C - Concert Band


    0-1 hour

    Description
    Study and performance of standard literature as well as training in ensemble playing.

    Note
    Open to all wind and percussion instrument players. Three class hours a week. Repeatable. Music majors must participate in ensembles at least seven semesters of their baccalaureate program Students who participate in ensembles must register for zero or one credit. Freshman music majors and declared music minors, until they have accumulated a minimum of 12 semester hours of university credit, may enroll and participate in a maximum of two ensembles only. All ensembles are included in this maximum. Exceptions must have final approval of the chairperson of the Department of Music. Each transfer student must complete a minimum of two credit hours of ensemble participation at Indiana State University before graduation. All music students should refer to the curricular patterns for information concerning ensemble requirements.


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  • MUS 217-*417 - Masterworks Chorale


    0-1 hour

    Description
    A non-auditioned chorus that studies and performs a wide variety of musical repertoire with emphasis given to vocal development, basic musicianship, and choral style.

    Note
    Vocal placement hearings are held at the beginning of each semester. Music majors must participate in ensembles at least seven semesters of their baccalaureate program Students who participate in ensembles must register for zero or one credit. Freshman music majors and declared music minors, until they have accumulated a minimum of 12 semester hours of university credit, may enroll and participate in a maximum of two ensembles only. All ensembles are included in this maximum. Exceptions must have final approval of the chairperson of the Department of Music. Each transfer student must complete a minimum of two credit hours of ensemble participation at Indiana State University before graduation. All music students should refer to the curricular patterns for information concerning ensemble requirements. *Open to graduate students. Graduate students are required to do additional work of a research nature.


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  • MUS 219-*419 - Concert Choir


    0-1 hour

    Description
    A selected mixed ensemble exploring repertoire spanning from the Renaissance period through the twentieth century (anthems, motets, part songs, and multicultural compositions). Emphasis placed on advance choral and vocal techniques.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite
    Prerequisites: audition and consent of instructor.

    Note
    Open to all students. Music majors must participate in ensembles at least seven semesters of their baccalaureate program Students who participate in ensembles must register for zero or one credit. Freshman music majors and declared music minors, until they have accumulated a minimum of 12 semester hours of university credit, may enroll and participate in a maximum of two ensembles only. All ensembles are included in this maximum. Exceptions must have final approval of the chairperson of the Department of Music. Each transfer student must complete a minimum of two credit hours of ensemble participation at Indiana State University before graduation. All music students should refer to the curricular patterns for information concerning ensemble requirements. *Open to graduate students. Graduate students are required to do additional work of a research nature.


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  • MUS 253A-*453A - Opera Workshop


    0-1 hour

    Description
    The study and performance of operatic stage techniques and literature.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite
    Prerequisites: audition and consent of instructor.

    Note
    Not restricted to music majors. The equivalent of four class hours a week. Music majors must participate in ensembles at least seven semesters of their baccalaureate program Students who participate in ensembles must register for zero or one credit. Freshman music majors and declared music minors, until they have accumulated a minimum of 12 semester hours of university credit, may enroll and participate in a maximum of two ensembles only. All ensembles are included in this maximum. Exceptions must have final approval of the chairperson of the Department of Music. Each transfer student must complete a minimum of two credit hours of ensemble participation at Indiana State University before graduation. All music students should refer to the curricular patterns for information concerning ensemble requirements. *Open to graduate students. Graduate students are required to do additional work of a research nature.


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  • MUS 253B-*453B - Brass Ensembles


    0-1 hour

    Description
    Study and performance of music for large and small brass ensembles and other chamber ensembles in which brass plays a prominent part.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite
    Prerequisites: audition and consent of instructor.

    Note
    Two class hours a week. Music majors must participate in ensembles at least seven semesters of their baccalaureate program Students who participate in ensembles must register for zero or one credit. Freshman music majors and declared music minors, until they have accumulated a minimum of 12 semester hours of university credit, may enroll and participate in a maximum of two ensembles only. All ensembles are included in this maximum. Exceptions must have final approval of the chairperson of the Department of Music. Each transfer student must complete a minimum of two credit hours of ensemble participation at Indiana State University before graduation. All music students should refer to the curricular patterns for information concerning ensemble requirements. *Open to graduate students. Graduate students are required to do additional work of a research nature.


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  • MUS 253J-*453J - Jazz Combo


    0-1 hour

    Description
    Study and performance of jazz repertory for the small group.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite
    Prerequisites: audition and consent of instructor.

    Note
    Two class hours a week. Music majors must participate in ensembles at least seven semesters of their baccalaureate program Students who participate in ensembles must register for zero or one credit. Freshman music majors and declared music minors, until they have accumulated a minimum of 12 semester hours of university credit, may enroll and participate in a maximum of two ensembles only. All ensembles are included in this maximum. Exceptions must have final approval of the chairperson of the Department of Music. Each transfer student must complete a minimum of two credit hours of ensemble participation at Indiana State University before graduation. All music students should refer to the curricular patterns for information concerning ensemble requirements. *Open to graduate students. Graduate students are required to do additional work of a research nature.


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  • MUS 253K-*453K - The Piano in Ensemble


    0-1 hour

    Description
    Study and performance of piano ensemble or chamber music involving the piano in combination with another instrument, solo voice, or in vocal or instrumental ensembles.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite
    Prerequisite: 396 if credit is to be for advanced accompanying; otherwise, consent of instructor.

    Note
    Music majors must participate in ensembles at least seven semesters of their baccalaureate program Students who participate in ensembles must register for zero or one credit. Freshman music majors and declared music minors, until they have accumulated a minimum of 12 semester hours of university credit, may enroll and participate in a maximum of two ensembles only. All ensembles are included in this maximum. Exceptions must have final approval of the chairperson of the Department of Music. Each transfer student must complete a minimum of two credit hours of ensemble participation at Indiana State University before graduation. All music students should refer to the curricular patterns for information concerning ensemble requirements. *Open to graduate students. Graduate students are required to do additional work of a research nature.


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  • MUS 253M-*453M - Chamber Singers


    0-1 hour

    Description
    Reading, rehearsal, and performance of madrigal literature.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite
    Prerequisites: audition and consent of instructor.

    Note
    Two class hours a week. Music majors must participate in ensembles at least seven semesters of their baccalaureate program Students who participate in ensembles must register for zero or one credit. Freshman music majors and declared music minors, until they have accumulated a minimum of 12 semester hours of university credit, may enroll and participate in a maximum of two ensembles only. All ensembles are included in this maximum. Exceptions must have final approval of the chairperson of the Department of Music. Each transfer student must complete a minimum of two credit hours of ensemble participation at Indiana State University before graduation. All music students should refer to the curricular patterns for information concerning ensemble requirements. *Open to graduate students. Graduate students are required to do additional work of a research nature.


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  • MUS 253P-*453P - Percussion Ensembles


    0-1 hour

    Description
    Study and performance of all forms of percussion literature; diagnosis, analysis, and correction of percussion playing problems related to individual and group improvement and application in future teaching situations.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite
    Prerequisites: audition and consent of instructor.

    Note
    Two class hours a week. Music majors must participate in ensembles at least seven semesters of their baccalaureate program Students who participate in ensembles must register for zero or one credit. Freshman music majors and declared music minors, until they have accumulated a minimum of 12 semester hours of university credit, may enroll and participate in a maximum of two ensembles only. All ensembles are included in this maximum. Exceptions must have final approval of the chairperson of the Department of Music. Each transfer student must complete a minimum of two credit hours of ensemble participation at Indiana State University before graduation. All music students should refer to the curricular patterns for information concerning ensemble requirements. *Open to graduate students. Graduate students are required to do additional work of a research nature.


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  • MUS 253Q-*453Q - Steel Drum Ensemble


    0-1 hour

    Description
    Study and performance of the forms of percussion literature related to calypso, reggae, and popular styles of music.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite
    Prerequisites: audition and consent of instructor.

    Note
    Two class hours a week. Music majors must participate in ensembles at least seven semesters of their baccalaureate program Students who participate in ensembles must register for zero or one credit. Freshman music majors and declared music minors, until they have accumulated a minimum of 12 semester hours of university credit, may enroll and participate in a maximum of two ensembles only. All ensembles are included in this maximum. Exceptions must have final approval of the chairperson of the Department of Music. Each transfer student must complete a minimum of two credit hours of ensemble participation at Indiana State University before graduation. All music students should refer to the curricular patterns for information concerning ensemble requirements. *Open to graduate students. Graduate students are required to do additional work of a research nature.


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  • MUS 253S-*453S - String Ensembles


    0-1 hour

    Description
    Study and performance of standard chamber literature for strings and/or strings plus other instruments.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite
    Prerequisites: audition and consent of instructor.

    Note
    Two class hours a week. Music majors must participate in ensembles at least seven semesters of their baccalaureate program Students who participate in ensembles must register for zero or one credit. Freshman music majors and declared music minors, until they have accumulated a minimum of 12 semester hours of university credit, may enroll and participate in a maximum of two ensembles only. All ensembles are included in this maximum. Exceptions must have final approval of the chairperson of the Department of Music. Each transfer student must complete a minimum of two credit hours of ensemble participation at Indiana State University before graduation. All music students should refer to the curricular patterns for information concerning ensemble requirements. *Open to graduate students. Graduate students are required to do additional work of a research nature.


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  • MUS 253T-*453T - Music Theater Performance


    0-1 hour

    Description
    The rehearsal and performance of opera or musical comedy.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite
    Prerequisites: audition and consent of instructor.

    Note
    Open to all students. The equivalent of two class hours a week. Music majors must participate in ensembles at least seven semesters of their baccalaureate program Students who participate in ensembles must register for zero or one credit. Freshman music majors and declared music minors, until they have accumulated a minimum of 12 semester hours of university credit, may enroll and participate in a maximum of two ensembles only. All ensembles are included in this maximum. Exceptions must have final approval of the chairperson of the Department of Music. Each transfer student must complete a minimum of two credit hours of ensemble participation at Indiana State University before graduation. All music students should refer to the curricular patterns for information concerning ensemble requirements. *Open to graduate students. Graduate students are required to do additional work of a research nature.


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  • MUS 253W-*453W - Woodwind Ensembles


    0-1 hour

    Description
    Study and performance of ensemble literature for woodwinds and horns.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite
    Prerequisites: audition and consent of instructor.

    Note
    Two class hours a week. Music majors must participate in ensembles at least seven semesters of their baccalaureate program Students who participate in ensembles must register for zero or one credit. Freshman music majors and declared music minors, until they have accumulated a minimum of 12 semester hours of university credit, may enroll and participate in a maximum of two ensembles only. All ensembles are included in this maximum. Exceptions must have final approval of the chairperson of the Department of Music. Each transfer student must complete a minimum of two credit hours of ensemble participation at Indiana State University before graduation. All music students should refer to the curricular patterns for information concerning ensemble requirements. *Open to graduate students. Graduate students are required to do additional work of a research nature.


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  • MUS 259-*459 - University Symphony


    0-1 hour

    Description
    Study and performance of standard and contemporary orchestra literature.

    Note
    Open to all students. Four class hours a week for strings, three class hours a week for all others. Music majors must participate in ensembles at least seven semesters of their baccalaureate program Students who participate in ensembles must register for zero or one credit. Freshman music majors and declared music minors, until they have accumulated a minimum of 12 semester hours of university credit, may enroll and participate in a maximum of two ensembles only. All ensembles are included in this maximum. Exceptions must have final approval of the chairperson of the Department of Music. Each transfer student must complete a minimum of two credit hours of ensemble participation at Indiana State University before graduation. All music students should refer to the curricular patterns for information concerning ensemble requirements. *Open to graduate students. Graduate students are required to do additional work of a research nature.


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  • MUS 269S-*469S - Symphonic Band


    0-1 hour

    Description
    Study and performance of standard concert literature.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite
    Prerequisites: audition and consent of instructor.

    Note
    Open to all wind or percussion instrument players. Three class hours a week. Music majors must participate in ensembles at least seven semesters of their baccalaureate program Students who participate in ensembles must register for zero or one credit. Freshman music majors and declared music minors, until they have accumulated a minimum of 12 semester hours of university credit, may enroll and participate in a maximum of two ensembles only. All ensembles are included in this maximum. Exceptions must have final approval of the chairperson of the Department of Music. Each transfer student must complete a minimum of two credit hours of ensemble participation at Indiana State University before graduation. All music students should refer to the curricular patterns for information concerning ensemble requirements. *Open to graduate students. Graduate students are required to do additional work of a research nature.


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  • MUS 269W-*469W - Symphonic Wind Ensemble


    0-1 hour

    Description
    Study and performance of appropriate literature.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite
    Prerequisites: audition and consent of instructor.

    Note
    Open to all wind or percussion instrument players. Three class hours a week. Music majors must participate in ensembles at least seven semesters of their baccalaureate program Students who participate in ensembles must register for zero or one credit. Freshman music majors and declared music minors, until they have accumulated a minimum of 12 semester hours of university credit, may enroll and participate in a maximum of two ensembles only. All ensembles are included in this maximum. Exceptions must have final approval of the chairperson of the Department of Music. Each transfer student must complete a minimum of two credit hours of ensemble participation at Indiana State University before graduation. All music students should refer to the curricular patterns for information concerning ensemble requirements. *Open to graduate students. Graduate students are required to do additional work of a research nature.


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  • MUS 288-*488 - Jazz Ensemble


    0-1 hour

    Description
    An investigation of the stylistic characteristics of jazz and popular music through the performance and study of literature for the large ensemble; basic improvisational techniques.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite
    Prerequisites: audition and consent of instructor.

    Note
    Two class hours a week. Music majors must participate in ensembles at least seven semesters of their baccalaureate program Students who participate in ensembles must register for zero or one credit. Freshman music majors and declared music minors, until they have accumulated a minimum of 12 semester hours of university credit, may enroll and participate in a maximum of two ensembles only. All ensembles are included in this maximum. Exceptions must have final approval of the chairperson of the Department of Music. Each transfer student must complete a minimum of two credit hours of ensemble participation at Indiana State University before graduation. All music students should refer to the curricular patterns for information concerning ensemble requirements. *Open to graduate students. Graduate students are required to do additional work of a research nature.


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  • MUS 425 - Survey of African American Music


    3 hours

    Description
    A study of the music resulting from the duality of being Black and an American. Includes worksongs, spirituals, recreational songs, symphonic and other formal concert music, jazz, blues, rock, gospel, and miscellaneous songs. Selected readings, listening to both recordings and live performances, and a research paper on some social, cultural, or analytical aspect of music are required.

    Note
    No prior background in music is necessary. A General Education course for non-music majors and minors.

    General Education Credit
    General Education Credits [GE2000: Literary, Artistic, and Philosophical Studies-Elective]

    Cross-listed
    (Also listed as African and African American Studies 423M.)


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